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Alternative Technology Named Wyse Distributor of the Year
Alternative Technology recognized for strong partnership and revenue growth
ENGLEWOOD, CO. — February 20, 2007 — Alternative Technology, the leading specialty distributor of thin-client/server-based computing, edge infrastructure, virtualization and Government-approved security solutions, today announced it is the recipient of the 2006 Distributor of the Year award by Wyse Technology, the pioneer in thin computing technology.
Alternative Technology sells and supports the full range of Wyse’s award-winning thin computing solutions in the United States and Canada.
“Alternative Technology once again executed on all fronts for Wyse this year,” said Mike Brunner, director of worldwide channel sales & marketing for Wyse. “They not only increased market share with us but also redefined the distribution landscape with innovative programs such as their Alternative Advantage Partner Program. They’ve also invested heavily in their sales and services organizations to become experts in the server-based computing and virtualization spaces.”
“Alternative Technology is honored to be recognized as Wyse's 2006 distributor of the year,” said William R. Botti, president and chief operating officer of Alternative Technology. “Our long-standing partnership with Wyse has developed into a key part of the Alternative Technology solution set, and we look forward to continued sales and market share growth in the future.”
Wyse hardware, software and services make it easier for IT departments to manage, update, and service desktops from a central location. The solutions save space on desktop systems and enable users to access applications and information anytime and anywhere. The Wyse S10 was named one of the Best Midmarket Products of 2006 by CMP's VARBusiness Magazine. Wyse was also named a Five-Star Vendor by VARBusiness Magazine.
About Alternative Technology
Alternative Technology is the leading specialty distributor for Value Added Resellers who need products and services targeted at Thin-client/Server-based Computing, Edge Infrastructure, Virtualization, Security, and Wireless markets. Driving the widespread adoption of leading edge technologies by bridging the gaps between products and services to solve critical business problems, Alternative identifies business issues that are key to our markets and offer multi-vendor solutions that drive demand back through our reseller partners. Alternative Technology, headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, has offices in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Carlsbad, California, and Mississauga, Canada. Alternative Technology is a wholly owned subsidiary of Arrow Enterprise Computing Solutions, which is a business unit of Arrow Electronics, Inc. [NYSE: ARW]. For more information, go to: www.AltTech.com, e-mail: sales@AltTech.com or call toll-free: 800.544.7674 (USA), or 866.240.9991 (Canada).
About Wyse Technology
Wyse Technology is the global leader in thin computing. Wyse and its partners deliver the hardware, infrastructure software, and services that comprise thin computing, allowing people to access the information they need using the applications they want, but with better security, manageability, and at a much lower total cost of ownership than a PC. Thin computing allows CIOs and senior IT professionals to reduce costs, manage risk, and deliver access to information. Wyse partners closely with industry leaders Microsoft, Citrix, VMware, and others to achieve this objective. Wyse is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices worldwide. For more information, visit the Wyse website at http://www.wyse.com or call 1-800-GET-WYSE.Media Contact:
For Alternative Technology:
Mark Rieger
Stanton & Associates Public Relations
mrieger@stantonpr.com
720-234-5381
For Wyse:
Andre Fuochi
Wyse Technology
afuochi@wyse.com
415-279-5351