Collins Computing Named "Killer VAR"

California VAR selected as one of 10 Killer VARS from across the nation in a special supplement to Accounting Today and Accounting Technology magazines. Microsoft CRM next area to tackle.

MISSION VIEJO, CA, JUNE 27, 2002 -- In a special supplement to Accounting Today and Accounting Technology magazines, Collins Computing, Inc. has been selected as one of only 10 Killer VARs" from across the nation.

Being designated a Killer VAR is a great honor, especially this year when the slowing economy allowed only the strong VARs to survive, and left even fewer to thrive. Collins Computing has maintained its footing by maintaining a singular focus on Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions.

Other VARs offer variety. We offer a deep level of expertise." Says Steve Collins, President and Founder of Collins Computing. Our business strategy is to put ourselves in the position to address all the needs of our clients. We add value by extending the financial software into core business processes, like manufacturing, distribution and professional services; and by offering supporting services like network administration and custom development."

The next step for Collins is ramping up both the marketing and consulting expertise to take on the Microsoft CRM offering, due to be released 4th quarter of 2002. Microsoft selected Collins Computing as one of 16 beta-testers nationwide. Collins has already felt steep demand for the Microsoft CRM and is preparing for 2003 to be another killer" year.

About Collins Computing

Collins Computing, Inc. is a value added reseller specializing in Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions. Located in Southern California and founded in 1986, the company handles all aspects of implementations including software customization and development, project management, IT services, training and support. Consistently recognized for both sales and service excellence, Collins Computing has been one of Microsoft Great Plains Top 1%" Inner Circle Partners since 1995.

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Media Contact:                        

Adrianne Machina, Director of Marketing

Collins Computing, Inc.

800-943-9211

amachina@collinscomputing.com