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SMPP Proxy Integration for Telecom Postpaid System

Services Covered:

Custom Software Development

Industry

Telecommunications

Duration

2 months

Budget

50K - 199K

Start Date

1 November 2017

Team Size

1-5 Employees

Engagement Model

Offshore

Project Capability Score (PCS)

72/100

Good

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Client

Confidential

Philippines

Project Summary

SoftwareMill augmented the client's internal team to add an SMPP Proxy layer using Java, enabling integration with postpaid subscribers. They provided two developers and a part-time project manager, started work proactively before contract finalization, and completed the project ahead of schedule while providing weekly Trello updates.

Key Challenges

Strict timeline and lack of necessary in-house resources
Need for expertise in SMPP Proxy to connect with postpaid subscribers

Project Deliverables

SMPP Proxy layer
Integration with existing product to connect postpaid subscribers
Project management and progress tracking via Trello

Project Solution

SoftwareMill augmented the client's team with two developers and a part-time project manager to add an SMPP Proxy layer to an existing product. They implemented the proxy using Java to connect with the client's postpaid subscribers, coordinated via Trello, and provided weekly updates throughout the engagement.

Project Outcome

Contract and responsibilities were clarified, enabling early start and ahead-of-schedule delivery
Weekly Trello updates allowed client monitoring and quick fixes
Proactive communication and clear technical explanations improved collaboration

Platforms

API/Integration Platform

Tech Stack

Java

Client Endorsement

Overall Review Rating

4.5

Timeliness

Cost Rating

Willing to Refer

Quality of Deliverables

“Their expertise was crucial to project success, and SoftwareMill took proactive steps to ensure completion ahead of schedule. Their quality engineers took time to explain their methodologies and provided weekly updates.”
Michelle Lagare
Quality Engineering Manager, Telecom Firm at Confidential
Date: 04/20/2026