Billing system for telephone signaling network

摘要: BILLING SYSTEM FOR TELEPHONE SIGNALING NETWORK Abstract of the Invention A billing system for use in a telephone signaling network. The network comprises offices through which calls can be routed, each office beingowned by company that participates Each includes point (SP) means formulating message units (MSUs). An MSU may comprise query requesting call data pertinent to particular call, example, verifying validity credit card number. also signal transfer points (STPs) receiving and routing MSUs, plurality service control (SCPs), SCPbeing linked one STPs. SCP database provided or more participating companies. invention capturing at least portion MSUs received processes produce usage indicates recipients providers. recipient is owns SP formulated MSU, provider transported MSU. then used invoice accurately assigning costs among