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ConnectWise Again Recognized for Outstanding Service and Support
Tech Data's TechSelect community votes ConnectWise 'Most Valuable Affiliate Partner' for third consecutive conference
TAMPA, Fla. – Nov. 28, 2007 – Members of Tech Data’s (NASDAQ GS: TECD) TechSelect community of IT solution providers focused on the small-to-midsized business market has again named ConnectWise its ‘Most Valuable Affiliate Partner.’ The award marks the third consecutive time TechSelect members have recognized ConnectWise for sharing operational insight and experience that helps them better manage their businesses. ConnectWise is the IT industry’s most widely used professional services automation software, which enables value-added resellers to significantly increase profitability and improve process efficiency.
“ConnectWise’s long-standing relationship with Tech Data’s TechSelect community is grounded in an intense commitment to driving our mutual customers’ ongoing success,” commented Joe Quaglia, Tech Data’s senior vice president, U.S. Marketing. “They frequently collaborate with TechSelect members and encourage the open exchange of best-practices as a way to more effectively compete in the highly fragmented SMB market. ConnectWise is a strong TechSelect Affiliate Partner, always contributing valuable insight, services and support to the community.”
“ConnectWise is serious about education and training because they realize that the more we use and know about their product, the more successful we will become,” said Dan Norman, founder and president of Pittsburgh, Penn.-based 7 Layer Solutions Inc. “They’re very interested to learn how we’re using ConnectWise and then show us how we can do even more with it. The tips, techniques, and best practices that I’ve learned at their boot camps and seminars have had a very positive effect on our business.”
ANTICIPATING AND RESPONDING TO CHANGE
As the technology industry evolves and the complexity of managing an IT services business increases, ConnectWise continues to help its partners quickly and effectively respond to market conditions. Earlier this year, ConnectWise and Tech Data announced a managed services alliance aimed at helping technology solution providers capitalize on the demand for managed services within the SMB market. The agreement further underscores ConnectWise’s commitment to help its partners grow in step with sea changes in the technology industry and ensure their business models remain both relevant and optimized.
“As a business that got its start as a technology solution provider, we intimately understand the day-to-day demands of our business partners, but also recognize the power and value of shared experiences,” said ConnectWise CEO Arnie Bellini. “That’s why we continually solicit partner feedback and enhance ConnectWise in ways that are most significant to them. To be chosen again for this award is extremely rewarding and validates our contribution to our partners’ success.”
EMERGING TECH 100 COMPANY
In addition to winning the ‘Most Valuable Affiliate Partner’ award, ConnectWise was recently selected by CRN, the industry’s leading trade magazine, for its prestigious Emerging Tech 100. The list recognizes technology manufacturers and software publishers who provide solution providers “innovative, easy-to-use technology that undercuts industry giants.”
ABOUT TECHSELECT
Founded in 1999, TechSelect is a national membership-based community of solution providers, with proven leadership in the IT industry and a commitment to the growth and success of its clients and partners. TechSelect is a unique and exclusive cooperative effort between value-added resellers (VARs), manufacturers and distribution to deliver technology solutions nationwide that meet the needs of its clients. TechSelect relationships are based on integrity, respect and a spirit of partnership that drives the industry forward.
ABOUT TECH DATA
Founded in 1974, Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ GS: 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) to large enterprises. Ranked 109th on the FORTUNE 500(R), Tech Data generated $21.4 billion in sales for its fiscal year ended Jan. 31, 2007. For more information, visit www.techdata.com.
