MSPAlliance Extends Benefits and Continues Work of Strategic Sourcing Advisory Council

New focus will include formation of advisory board to promote best practices standards

Chico, CA., January 6, 2003 – The MSPAlliance (http://www.mspalliance.com) today announced that it is extending services and benefits to members of the Strategic Sourcing Advisory Council (SSAC). The MSPAlliance is committed to the promotion of industry standards adopted by the SSAC and the ongoing definition of service management standards. Although the SSAC is ceasing operations, the MSPAlliance offers a continuation of the service provider community and a strong voice for best practices in the industry.

We are pleased that the MSPAlliance has come forward to continue the work begun by the SSAC membership. The MSPAlliance has long been an effective resource for the MSP community and a dedicated ally for the SSAC. They only enhance their value to outsourcers with this commitment to industry best practices. We are glad to have them continue service to our membership."

The new focus on industry standards and best practices requires the formation of an advisory board comprised of industry leaders and experts. The boards focus will include the promotion and education of ITIL standards and service management practices.

The SSAC performed a valuable service to the outsourcing industry," said Charles Weaver, president of the MSPAlliance. It is only natural that the MSPAlliance continue to serve the outsourcing community by carrying on the work of the SSAC and helping the industry achieve success."

In addition to the new standards based-initiative, the MSPAlliance will continue to serve the outsourcing industry by providing business development expertise.

About MSPAlliance: http://www.mspalliance.com
The MSPAlliance was founded in 2000 as MSPNews in order to bring clarity and definition to the service provider industry.

In an effort to meet the ever-changing needs of its clients, MSPNews soon evolved into The MSPAlliance, a consulting firm focused on helping its clients with lead generation, business development, best practices and help with mergers and acquisition through KW Associates Inc. (http://www.kwassociatesinc.com) an affiliate company.

The MSPAlliance also provides an exclusive platform for its clients to promote their services to the rest of the IT world, via its highly visible website and widely read newsletters. The MSPAlliance services companies in the IT outsourcing industry. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.mspalliance.com