Tech Data U.S. to Distribute Latest Communications Solutions from Mitel(R).CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :TECD TECD Training Equipment Change Directive ) today announced it has established a distribution agreement with Mitel(R), a leading provider of IP communications A general term for networks that use the IP protocol for voice (VoIP) and video traffic. See IP telephony. solutions. Tech Data, through its Telephony Specialized Business Unit (SBU SBU St. Bonaventure University (St. Bonaventure, New York) SBU Stony Brook University (State University of New York) SBU Southwest Baptist University (Bolivar, MO) ), is the only U.S. broadline distributor to offer Mitel hardware, software and accessories. "Mitel is a significant addition to Tech Data's Telephony SBU product offering, which already includes a broad array of converged voice, video and data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. solutions from industry-leading manufacturers," said John Ruel, Tech Data's director, Networking Product Marketing. "The Mitel agreement provides our customers even greater flexibility when developing state-of-the-art communications solutions that offer end users compelling cost savings, improved operational efficiencies and enhanced workforce productivity compared to legacy analog systems." Tech Data will distribute Mitel's broad range of IP communications platforms that support from 10 to as many as 65,000 users in a single network configuration; applications and services gateways that provide connectivity to Microsoft's Live Communications Server See network access server, modem server, terminal server and communications controller. (operating system) Communications Server - IBM's rebranding of ACF. ; and numerous desktop devices. The Telephony SBU also will offer resellers innovative Mitel solutions for call centers, mobility, speech-enabled unified communications The real time redirection of a voice, text or e-mail message to the device closest to the intended recipient at any given time. For example, voice calls to desk phones could be routed to the user's cellphone when required. , messaging, video conferencing See videoconferencing. (communications) video conferencing - A discussion between two or more groups of people who are in different places but can see and hear each other using electronic communications. and wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. for deployment in a wide array of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, retail and government. "This agreement signals Mitel's commitment to expanding its presence in the IT market place and channel," said Kevin Johnson, director, Channel Marketing at Mitel. "Tech Data's Telephony SBU will help us provide a greater number of reseller partners with the broad range of solutions they need to address the IP convergence of voice, data and applications nationally." The Telephony SBU will work closely with Mitel to develop targeted marketing campaigns and channel programs including regional roadshows to help recruit, train and provide authorization assistance to resellers. Tech Data also will dedicate product management resources and a vendor product representative for Mitel customers. The Telephony SBU provides resellers with dedicated sales and technical support, as well as educational events focused on business expansion opportunities and vendor certification. Its product offering includes PBX (Private Branch eXchange) An inhouse telephone switching system that interconnects telephone extensions to each other as well as to the outside telephone network (PSTN). , IP PBX and VOIP (Voice Over IP) A digital telephone service that uses the public Internet as well as private backbones instead of the traditional telephone network. Many companies, including Vonage, 8x8 and AT&T (CallVantage), typically offer calling within the country for a solutions; voice-and-video conferencing applications; and other telephony software, hardware and accessories from leading manufacturers. Learn more about Tech Data's Telephony SBU at http://www.techdata.com or by calling (888) 428-9284. Tech Data's Broadline/Specialized Advantage Through its Specialized Business Units (SBUs), Tech Data offers IT resellers the dedicated expertise of a specialty distributor combined with the infrastructure and economies of scale that only a broadline global market leader can deliver. Tech Data's SBUs focus on the specific needs of resellers serving markets such as components, document imaging, POS/data capture, professional audio/video, supplies and accessories, and telephony. By tailoring technical training, logistics management and product offerings for particular market segments, each SBU enables resellers, manufacturers and publishers to capitalize on incremental business opportunities. About Mitel Mitel is a market-leader for voice, video, and data convergence over broadband networks. With a focus on the user experience, the company delivers advanced communications solutions that are easily customized for individual business needs. Through intuitive desktop appliances and applications, businesses are provided with innovative ways to manage information and resources. Vertical markets benefit from integrated solutions that protect existing investments, while enabling new ways to be more cost effective and productive. Mitel is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada with offices, partners, and resellers worldwide. For more information please visit http://www.mitel.com About Tech Data Founded in 1974, Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD) is a leading distributor of IT products, with more than 90,000 customers in over 100 countries. The company's business model enables technology solution providers, manufacturers and publishers to cost-effectively sell to and support end users ranging from small-to-midsize businesses (SMB (1) (Small to Medium-sized Business) Also called "SME" (small to medium-sized enterprise), it refers to companies that are larger than the small office/home office (SOHO), but not huge. ) to large enterprises. Ranked 110th on the FORTUNE 500(R), Tech Data generated $19.8 billion in sales for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2005. For more information, visit http://www.techdata.com. |
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