San Jose Earthquakes Announce "Avaya Stadium" Agreement to Power Fan Engagement

SANTA CLARA, CA--(Marketwired - Nov 19, 2014) -

•  Avaya and Earthquakes aim to deliver one of the most high-tech fan experiences in soccer in what is expected to be the first cloud-enabled MLS venue
• Cloud-based applications will allow the Earthquakes to easily evolve the fan experience with new features and capabilities 

Technology company Avaya and the San Jose Earthquakes of Major League Soccer (MLS) announced today that the Earthquakes' new home will officially be known as "Avaya Stadium." They have also agreed to a multi-year deal for the installation of Avaya's state-of-the-art technology throughout the venue with the goal to deliver one of the most high-tech fan experiences in MLS.

Avaya will become the official business engagement, communications solutions and technology partner of the team and the new stadium, which is expected to be the first cloud-enabled venue in the MLS. Using cloud-based technologies will allow the Earthquakes to easily and continually add new features to enhance the fan experience. Avaya Labs will work closely with the Earthquakes to research leading-edge fan engagement and elevate it using next generation technologies. Ultimately, Avaya and the Earthquakes will deliver immersive, interactive experiences with social sharing to enrich the powerful connection between fans and the game.

In addition to making it the first cloud-enabled MLS stadium, Avaya will provide end-to-end technology solutions, such as hardware and software installation, turnkey services and the team's voice, data, video, wireless and contact center. 

The agreement between Avaya and the Earthquakes offers the two locally-based organizations the opportunity to build greater community around the rapidly growing interest in soccer and become a showcase for the convergence of sports, technology and sponsorship on a larger stage.

Construction on the 18,000-seat stadium is slated for completion by the time the Earthquakes take the field in March 2015.

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"Avaya and the San Jose Earthquakes are truly a natural fit, sharing not only a similar vision, but also parallel business objectives. As two leading Silicon Valley-based organizations, Avaya and the Earthquakes are both committed to finding innovative ways to provide the fans with rewarding experiences and engagements through the use of cloud-based solutions."