For an early stage network equipment provider that has defined the latest and greatest innovation, reaching the cash flow positive milestone can be daunting and high risk. With so many components required to integrate the innovative technology into a complete solution, making the right choice of what to build versus buy can be a make or break decision. The middleware component is an absolute requirement in today's network equipment. The complexity and scope of today's middleware requirements make it a #1 candidate for sourcing from the telecom ecosystem. The well understood requirements and broad acceptance of emerging industry standards has solidified the viability of COTS middleware. Enea Accelerator and its Element middleware provide the business strength, breadth of product, service and support, and state-of-the-art technology required to accelerate an early stage network equipment provider's ramp to cash flow positive enabling it to potentially become the next giant in the industry.