Thrive Networks Named to Elite Group of Microsoft Gold Partners

Thrive Networks Named to Elite Group of Microsoft Gold Partners, distinction gives Thrive customers early access to technologies yielding competitive advantages

CONCORD, MA (PRWEB) February 11, 2004 ---Thrive Networks, an outsourced IT firm serving small and growing businesses in the New England region today announced that Microsoft has named Thrive Networks a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Support Services. Thrive Networks joins a select group of IT Services organizations across the United States to gain Gold Certified Partner status, and is the smallest IT Services firm in New England to receive the prestigious distinction.

Only companies that have demonstrated the highest levels of customer service, proven their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partners," says Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. "Today, Microsoft recognizes Thrive Networks for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology."

The Microsoft Gold Partner distinction was presented to Thrive Networks in recognition of customer feedback regarding the companys advanced network design and implementation, and the extraordinary technical expertise offered by its high concentration of Microsoft Certified Engineers. Among other benefits associated with the program, as a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Thrive Networks receives advanced information, support services and training for forthcoming technologies from Microsoft.

"Intelligent use of Microsoft technologies that results in highly stable, reliable IT networks is the cornerstone of small business needs," said Chris Merrill, president and CTO, Thrive Networks. "Advanced understanding of new Microsoft technologies will help us ensure our customers gain competitive advantages that are appropriate for their respective industries. We are delighted that the Microsoft Gold Partner program will allow us to pass along that benefit to current and future small business customers."

Thrive Networks CEO, Nate Wolfson added, Microsoft provides the technologies of choice for small businesses because the software delivers value, reliability and can scale quickly as small firms grow. Closely listening to our customers has been an integral part of incorporating Microsoft products into our philosophy for servicing small, growing companies"

About Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program
Microsoft Gold Certified Partner companies must complete a rigorous certification process, have existing Microsoft Certified Partner credentials, provide successful customer references, and have a staff with advanced Microsoft certifications. The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program provides a way for customers to identify companies that have proven their commitment and expertise in one or more specialized areas when delivering Microsoft technologies. Microsoft Certified Partners who meet the highest set of criteria, including advanced certification and a portfolio of real-world customer references, are identified as Gold Certified - the most skilled partners in specific solution areas.

About Thrive Networks
Thrive Networks clients range across industries, sharing a common goal to focus on their core business, with technology working seamlessly in the background. Thrive Networks enables that goal as an outsourced IT department that combines business and technology expertise, 24x7 availability, and relentless customer service. Since the company was founded in 2000, it has maintained a consistent client retention rate of 97%.

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