ISO 9002 Re-certification of Eastern Data

Eastern Data, Inc., once again has successfully completed the annual ISO 9002 certification. EDIs ISO 9002 certification evidences EDIs intensified commitment to delivering maximum value to clients and employees.

Quality Systems Registrars, Inc., recently conducted an audit which resulted in Eastern Datas ISO 9002 recertification. "ISO Quality Management System certification is a must in today's marketplace," said Gary Reich, Eastern Data, CEO/President. "Many customers require it and the intra-company related benefits have allowed us to grow and increase efficiency."

ISO Quality Management system certification indicates a business has in place the required procedures to assure consistently high-quality products and services, and that employees know and follow those procedures. The most recent audit confirmed that Eastern Datas systems are sound and effective.

This is another clear indicator that our employees are doing a great job. It affirms that we're maintaining the high quality our customers demand while setting production records in the year 2000, shipping defect free and on time.

The ISO 9002 model, one of three sets of stringent ISO 9000 quality assurance standards, establishes the requirements for organizations whose business processes encompass a highly diverse range of development, production, installation and service elements. All ISO 9000 product and service auditing is conducted by independent certification parties.

About Eastern Data
Eastern Data, Inc., established in 1986, is a national provider of more than 180,000 best-of-breed technology products. Their products include computer hardware, software, office accessories, datacom equipment, and more from more than 1700 manufacturers. Eastern Data is committed to making the best technologies available to help customers achieve their business goals. The company is certified HP Starr, HP Advance Net, Citrix Gold Dealer, Microsoft Certified OEM, ISO 9002, and Cisco Gold Certified. Eastern Data ships from more than 20 national warehouses. Information about Eastern Data is available via www.easterndata.com.