Description Applied Innovation (AI) bridges the generation gap. The company's equipment monitors the expansion and upgrade of telecommunications networks. Its AIswitch monitors, controls, and analyzes field conditions of old and new telecom equipment. The company also makes remote node monitoring systems, online network management systems, and network management software. AI also provides systems integration, installation, and network engineering services. Big telecommunications companies account for most of sales. KEG Holdings, the parent company of Kentrox, has acquired Applied Innovation for nearly $53 million in cash.