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pstnpstn It is transformational because WVT, like a number of its larger independent ILEC counterparts--namely CenturyLink (NYSE: CTL), TDS Telecom (NYSE: TDS), and Windstream (Nasdaq: WIN)--realize they need to build a stronger set of business service capabilities to offset ongoing voice line losses. And while WVT obviously trails these service providers in terms of size, the need to compete with a growing set of cable competitors offering business services is no less pressing.

By purchasing Alteva, WVT instantly expands its business service portfolio with a set of VoIP services and cloud services it can take to area businesses in both its ILEC and CLEC territories.

When the acquisition is complete, WVT will combine Alteva with its USA Datanet business to create an even larger CLEC unit targeting business opportunities. In addition to gaining the cloud and VoIP capabilities, WVT gains Alteva's well established sales and marketing channel with direct and agent sales maintaining national coverage. Having these channels in place will obviously help WVT gain a foot in the door at new business accounts that maybe aren't as familiar with WVT's business capabilities.

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