Tech Data U.S. Introduces Advanced Integration Services for Cisco Products.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers CLEARWATER, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 11, 2004 Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq:TECD TECD Training Equipment Change Directive ), a leading worldwide provider of IT products, logistics management Logistics Management is that part of Supply Chain Management that plans, implements, and controls the efficient, effective, forward, and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption in order to meet and other value-added services, today announced the U.S. availability of Advanced Integration Services (AIS) for Cisco Systems “Cisco” redirects here. For other uses, see Cisco (disambiguation). Cisco System,Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO, HKSE: 4333 ) is an American multinational corporation with 54,000 employees and annual revenue of US $28.48 billion as of 2006. Inc. routers, switches and Call Manager Express IP telephony The two-way transmission of voice over a packet-switched IP network, which is part of the TCP/IP protocol suite. The terms "IP telephony" and "voice over IP" (VoIP) are synonymous. servers. AIS, available nationwide from Tech Data's ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9002-certified configuration center in Swedesboro, N.J., utilizes intelligent agent technology in Cisco IOS Cisco IOS (originally Internetwork Operating System) is the software used on the vast majority of Cisco Systems routers and all current Cisco network switches. IOS is a package of routing, switching, internetworking and telecommunications functions tightly integrated with a (R) and Cisco CNS See Continuous net settlement. CNS See continuous net settlement (CNS). Management products to provide centralized template-based configuration, security features and other customer requirements at dramatically faster rates than traditional manual configurations. AIS fees range from $20 for routers such as Cisco 800 Series to $45 for Cisco 7000 Series. "Resellers and system integrators have been concentrating on increasing their service offerings and their overall margins," noted Elio Levy, senior vice president of marketing for Tech Data. "AIS is a particularly attractive solution when deploying key technologies like Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and IP telephony where the cost associated with these more complex integrations has been typically higher." "More than any other distributor we have dealt with, Tech Data consistently demonstrates their commitment to providing new and innovative services that help me be more productive and save money," said Joe Ambrosole, President of NetConnect Inc., a Staten Island Staten Island (1990 pop. 378,977), 59 sq mi (160 sq km), SE N.Y., in New York Bay, SW of Manhattan, forming Richmond co. of New York state and the borough of Staten Island of New York City. , N.Y.-based Cisco Premier Certified Reseller. "AIS will allow my systems engineering resources to be revenue drivers, not box technicians." As one of Cisco's leading distributors worldwide, Tech Data was selected by the networking manufacturer to be the first distribution partner to offer this technology and new level of service. Customers may order AIS via the dedicated AIS hotline at 800-237-8931, ext. 72101. Most orders placed by 2 p.m. ET receive same-day shipping. "Service Providers are looking at innovative ways to accelerate data networking into the commercial markets," said Nigel Williams Nigel Williams may refer to:
CPE - Customer Premises Equipment ." Call Manager Installation Additionally, Tech Data is announcing the immediate availability of Call Manager installation services for the Cisco Media Convergence Server A Media Convergence Server (MCS) is a proprietary hardware product sold by Cisco Systems. These are usually rebranded servers made by HP and IBM. The goal of Media Convergence Servers is to provide a standard hardware platform for Cisco's Unified Communications products such as (MCS) platform. This service includes installation of the latest version of Cisco's Call Manager, and any additional Cisco telephony applications such as Unity Unified Messaging or Cisco's IP Interactive Voice Response, for only $250. Dedicated team of professionals Tech Data's award-winning Cisco Systems team has been recognized by the manufacturer for outstanding support in the areas of technical services, e-commerce solutions, inventory management, education and sales. These dedicated teams of specialists cover all aspects of the business including product marketing, purchasing, sales and technical support. For further information call the Cisco Support Team Hotline at 888-213-3630, Option 1, or visit www.techdata.com/business/cisco. About Tech Data Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq:TECD), founded in 1974, is a leading global provider of IT products, logistics management and other value-added services. Ranked 117th on the Fortune 500, the company and its subsidiaries serve more than 100,000 technology resellers in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East. Tech Data's extensive service offering includes pre- and post-sale training and technical support, financing options and configuration services as well as a full range of award-winning electronic commerce solutions. The company generated sales of $15.7 billion for its most recent fiscal year, which ended January 31, 2003. |
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