Avnet Applied Computing Solutions Named Highest-Growth Distributor of 2003 by Intermec.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 5, 2004 Award also recognizes Avnet's commitment to technical, financial and integration support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services Avnet Applied Computing Solutions, a division of Avnet Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :AVT AVT avian arginine vasotocin. See vasotocin. ) focused on the single-purpose computing market, was recognized as Intermec Technologies Corp.'s distributor demonstrating the highest percentage of growth in 2003. The division received the award based on its sales of Intermec mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings solutions designed to increase productivity, quality and responsiveness in global supply-chain operations. Intermec and Avnet Applied Computing Solutions have aligned to deliver and integrate automated data collection, radio frequency identification See RFID. (RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) A data collection technology that uses electronic tags for storing data. The tag, also known as an "electronic label," "transponder" or "code plate," is made up of an RFID chip attached to an antenna. ), bar code printers and label media solutions for system builders, value-added resellers (VARs) and independent software vendors (ISVs). Avnet Applied Computing Solutions provides Intermec's channel partners with educational and financial programs; technical and integration capabilities; online ordering tools through Avnet Applied Computing Solutions' FasTrac(TM); and dedicated field resources to enable customers to increase sales and profits. "Avnet Applied Computing Solutions is committed to helping our suppliers and customers increase their market presence and expand their business into new industries," said Pat Cathey, president of Avnet Applied Computing Solutions. "We have worked closely with Intermec to provide channel programs that are designed to meet the specific financial, technical, integration and logistics needs of system builders, VARs and ISVs, enabling them to successfully bring their mobile computing products to market quickly." Among the programs that Avnet Applied Computing Solutions and Intermec have created is the Intermec Mobile Advantage Program (I-Map.) The comprehensive I-Map program enables system builders, VARs and ISVs to target the high-growth wireless mobile computing market by providing them with complementary products, integration services, pre- and post-sales support, training and financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. to design and develop complete mobile solutions. "Avnet Applied Computing Solutions has taken a truly services-oriented approach to assisting our customers in selecting, designing and integrating the mobile computing solutions best suited for their global supply chain needs," said Rod Crane, Intermec vice president of channel partner sales. "We are pleased to honor Avnet Applied Computing Solutions as our highest-growth distributor of the year based on their commitment to customer service excellence and contribution to Intermec's channel programs." About Intermec Intermec Technologies Corp., a UNOVA Inc. (NYSE:UNA Una personification of honesty; leads lamb and rides white ass. [Br. Lit.: Faerie Queene] See : Honesty ) company, is a leader in global supply chain solutions and in the development, manufacture and integration of wired and wireless automated data collection, Intellitag(R) RFID (radio frequency identification), mobile computing systems, bar code printers and label media. The company's products and services are used by customers in many industries to improve productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations Business operations are those activities involved in the running of a business for the purpose of producing value for the stakeholders. Compare business processes. The outcome of business operations is the harvesting of value from assets , from supply chain management and enterprise resource planning See ERP. (application, business) Enterprise Resource Planning - (ERP) Any software system designed to support and automate the business processes of medium and large businesses. to field sales and service. For information about Intermec, visit www.intermec.com. About Avnet Applied Computing Solutions Avnet Applied Computing Solutions focuses on the unique requirements of computing OEMs, independent software vendors, and value-added resellers looking to get embedded systems Embedded systems Computer systems that cannot be programmed by the user because they are preprogrammed for a specific task and are buried within the equipment they serve. or wireless and data collection solutions to market quickly. By partnering with Avnet Applied Computing Solutions to provide engineering, integration, logistics and support services, your company can focus on developing innovative solutions for your customers more quickly and profitably than your competition. Avnet Applied Computing Solutions leverages the supply-chain leadership and global presence of parent company Avnet Inc. to provide its customers with the world-class supply-chain management, financing and distribution capabilities that help them be "First to Market(TM)." More information can be found at http://www.acs.avnet.com. Avnet enables success at the center of technology, providing cost-effective services and solutions vital to a broad base of more than 100,000 customers and 250 suppliers. The company markets, distributes and adds value to semiconductors, interconnect, passive and electromechanical The use of electricity to run moving parts. Disk drives, printers and motors are examples. Electromechanical systems must be designed for the eventual deterioration of moving components that wear over time. The first TVs were electromechanical systems (see video/TV history). (IP&E) components, enterprise network and computer equipment, software and embedded sub-systems. Avnet generated revenue of $9.05 billion in fiscal 2003 (year ended June 27, 2003) through sales in 68 countries. Via its premier market position, Avnet brings a breadth and depth of capabilities, which help its trading partners accelerate growth and realize cost efficiencies. |
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