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Ascendon

byCSG
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4.0

Overview

Product Information on Ascendon

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Ascendon?

Ascendon is a software platform that enables businesses to manage and monetize digital services, including video, internet, and cloud-based offerings. The software provides capabilities for product catalog management, customer engagement, subscription billing, and revenue management. By supporting multiple channels and devices, Ascendon allows companies to offer personalized digital experiences and streamline the management of customer relationships and transactions through a single platform. The software addresses challenges related to the complexity of digital service delivery and billing, aiming to simplify operations for organizations providing recurring and usage-based digital products.

Ascendon Pricing

Ascendon software from CSG operates on a subscription-based pricing model that typically varies according to usage levels and features required by the client. The software pricing may be customized based on factors such as modules selected, transaction volume, and integration needs, and often involves periodic payments, which can be set on a monthly or annual basis.

Overall experience with Ascendon

Executive Director, Technology
1B - 3B USD, Media
FAVORABLE

“Great platform to build a video service on.”

4.0
Mar 22, 2021
CSG has operated more like a partner than a vendor – very collaborative and supportive. The Ascendon platform is a feature-rich and robust system.
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CRITICAL

About Company

Company Description

Updated 7th December 2023

CSG operates in the sphere of customer engagement, revenue management, and digital payments. The company utilizes a cloud-first architecture and customer-centric approach to enable other businesses to initiate digital services, penetrate into new markets, and craft dynamic experiences to acquire new customers. Established over 40 years ago, CSG has proven its competence in assisting businesses confront complex challenges and conform to the demands of today's digital economy. Equipped with futuristic solutions, the company aims to enhance customer experiences. CSG operates globally, boasting a workforce of over 5,000 employees spread across more than 20 countries. Its technology is utilized by prominent brands across various sectors such as telecommunications, retail, financial services, and healthcare. CSG's solutions have yielded practical outcomes for over 900 businesses worldwide.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1994
Head office location
Englewood, CO, United States
Number of employees
5001 - 10000
Website
https://www.csgi.com

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Ascendon Likes & Dislikes

Like

Robust API and flexible data model allows us to integrate our systems with the Ascendon system, and deploy new features as we evolve our TVOD service.

Dislike

Because the Ascendon supports multiple video service business models, it is quite complex and requires a significant amount of work from our Content team to properly onboard and configure new products.

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    Great platform to build a video service on.

    4.0
    Mar 22, 2021
    CSG has operated more like a partner than a vendor – very collaborative and supportive. The Ascendon platform is a feature-rich and robust system.
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