Xterprise Becomes Zebra Technologies Premier RFID Solution Provider

Xterprise passes Zebra Technologies criteria for special reseller designation.

DALLAS (PRWEB) September 20, 2005 -- Xterprise Incorporated, a leading solutions provider for the "RFID Enabled Supply Chain," announces that it has earned the premier certification for RFID printer resellers, dubbed RFID Solution Provider" from Zebra Technologies, a world leader in delivering on-demand printing solutions for business and process improvement, and a pioneer and leading provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) products.

To become an authorized Zebra Technologies RFID Solution Provider, candidates must have an established track record in delivering RFID services to end users, demonstrating that RFID solutions are either the main or a chief focus of their business strategy. In addition, RFID Solution Providers must have invested in key assets to enable them to deliver a total RFID solution to end users. To that end, authorized Zebra RFID Solution Providers must participate in RFID standards organizations, have completed Zebras specialized in-depth training program, demonstrate solid technical proficiency, and provide dedicated RFID integration resources.

Authorized Zebra RFID Solution Providers are fully qualified to sell, install, and service Zebra's line of industry-leading RFID printers/encoders as part of the total solution they provide. Zebras authorization program also allows participants to receive priority access to Zebra RFID training and forums, technical support, and other incentives targeted towards increasing market share and revenue.

"After doing thorough research into the various RFID printer solutions, we found that the Zebra product design, support capabilities and RFID label offerings were the right solutions for our customers and prospects," stated Steve Hall, senior vice president of global sales for Xterprise. "In addition, Zebras printer applicators have become the standard for our automated print and apply solutions in our XARM family."

"We are excited to welcome Xterprise as one of Zebras authorized RFID Solution Providers," said Bob Cornick, vice president and general manager of RFID for Zebra. "Our goal is to ensure that Zebra partners around the world are fully trained and authorized to supply and support complete RFID products and solutions in their markets. Given the current demands for knowledgeable providers and the complexity of RFID technology, it is critical that our customers work with top caliber channel partners who have a solid track record in assisting companies in the selection, implementation, and deployment of RFID systems for their supply chain initiatives."

Xterprise Incorporated was founded as an RFID focused solutions provider. Its scalable suite of RFID compliance solutions has been designed by working with some of the top CPG manufacturers in the world. With over 30 successful compliance installations, their XARM series now feature printer/encoders from Zebra Technologies that will enable manufacturers under compliance mandates to encode EPC imbedded labels and apply them to cases and pallets in both manual and automated application solutions. As the current retailer mandates for EPC labels continues to increase in both stores.

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