The demonstrator provided sufficient infrastructure, software support and experiences so that concepts could be validated for product development. The main outcome of the project were proven for the realisation of an integrated system on which the participating companies can base the next generation of office communications products. Investigations by a marketing subcontractor showed that there would be a considerable demand for such a system both in Europe and elsewhere in the very near future. Some of the partners already started product developments. Based on the experience of prototype component design, basic hardware components in various areas may be realised in appropriate integration technology.
Examples are components for fast switching applications and peripheral chips in the port units.
The project supports and hence promotes the introduction and further penetration of multiservice terminals in Europe. Terminal manufacturing companies will be encouraged to introduce novel terminals supporting voice, video and data applications which can be supported by a DAMS system. Some of the participating companies are engaged in developments projects in this area. This further provides a means for accelerating the introduction and acceptance of the next generation of IBCN-compatible services and systems.