Altek Computer Group Achieves SMB Select Partner Designation From Cisco Systems

Altek Computer Group announced today that it has achieved the small and medium-sized business (SMB) Select Partner designation from Cisco Systems®.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) January 30, 2005 -- Altek Computer Group announced today that it has achieved the small and medium-sized business (SMB) Select Partner designation from Cisco Systems®. By earning the Cisco® SMB Select Partner designation, Altek Computer Group demonstrates to customers that it understands and supports networking solutions for the small and medium-sized business market, defined as companies that have between 20-500 employees. The Cisco SMB Select Partner program provides Altek Computer Group with a tailored set of resources, training offerings, and sales and marketing tools to enhance the companys expertise in selling, implementing and supporting Cisco networking solutions for SMB customers.

We are committed to recognizing, supporting, and rewarding channel partners like Altek Computer Group who focus on the SMB market," said Surinder Brar, senior director, Worldwide Channels for Cisco Systems. Cisco wants to work closely with partners who understand the requirements and business challenges of SMB customers and can support their specific needs."

Altek Computer Group is part of the first round of systems integrators in the United States to achieve the Cisco SMB Select Partner designation which requires Cisco channel partners to demonstrate a focused business practice selling into the SMB market. In order qualify for the Cisco SMB Select Partner designation, Altek Computer Group had to meet specific program requirements in the areas of training, employee certification, sales volume and sales mix.
   
The program offers SMB Select Partners with a tailored set of sales and technical resources, programs, training offerings and tools to help promote their success and address the needs of the SMB market. As a Cisco SMB Select Partner, Altek Computer Group will enjoy several program benefits such as being highlighted on the Cisco Partner Locator, making them easily identifiable for potential customers and differentiating themselves from other resellers.

About Altek Computer Group
Altek Computer Group is a VAR/System Integrator headquartered in Miami, Florida. Altek offers procurement and network support/integration services to the corporate market, with a focus on the needs of small and medium sized businesses. Altek also services the education and government markets with the availability of special pricing and licensing options. Our customers are located throughout the United States, Canada, Latin America, Central America and the Caribbean.

Altek Computer Group is proud to have been recognized by the South Florida Business Journal as one of South Florida's fastest growing high tech companies and one of the largest woman owned businesses in the region.

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