Why Use a Microsoft Gold certified Partner?

• We are experts in a wide range of fields and are passionate about maintaining and updating our Microsoft product knowledge using the many resources available to us as partners of Microsoft .

• As Microsoft Certified Partners we must satisfy tough certification criteria to carry the Microsoft endorsement and official logo.

• This includes proving our expertise in at least one specialist area and employing two or more Microsoft Certified Professionals.
  
• We are a high-calibre company, who can provide you with very high levels of technical expertise, skills and strategic thinking.
• To achieve Certified Status in the Microsoft Partner Programme, We had to demonstrate our expertise in specific technical areas. We did this by earning Competencies – currently there are 13.

About Microsoft

Microsoft as a company value many qualities including - integrity, honesty, openness, personal excellence, constructive self-criticism, continual self-improvement, and mutual respect. They are committed to customers and partners and have a passion for technology. They take on big challenges, and pride themselves on seeing them through. They hold themselves accountable to their customers, shareholders, partners, and employees by honouring their commitments, providing results, and striving for the highest quality

http://www.microsoft.com

• You can trust your IT is in good hands  - As Microsoft Small Business Specialists we are trained and supported by Microsoft. We’re the experts - and we've got the badge to prove it.
• We’ll save you from costly and time-consuming mistakes – We as Microsoft Small Business Specialists work quickly, efficiently and accurately. We are able to recommend and supply the latest and most appropriate Microsoft technology for your business. We make the job look easy, because for us it is.
• We specialist in small businesses (and no business is too small) – As Microsoft Small Business Specialists we look after small businesses day in, day out. We understand the issues you face, and enjoy solving them.
• We have access to specific resources for small businesses - Our in house specialists are provided with a wealth of invaluable resources that are specific to small businesses like yours.
• We do what we do best, so you can so what you do best - IT solutions can improve your company's productivity. Our un house specialists have extensive experience managing small business networks. They know what IT solutions will address your business needs. They can also offer valuable IT support.

Microsoft as a company value many qualities including - integrity, honesty, openness, personal excellence, constructive self-criticism, continual self-improvement, and mutual respect. They are committed to customers and partners and have a passion for technology. They take on big challenges, and pride themselves on seeing them through. They hold themselves accountable to their customers, shareholders, partners, and employees by honouring their commitments, providing results, and striving for the highest quality

http://www.microsoft.com/uk/smallbusiness/default.aspx

• We are part of Global  Alliances -  VMware teams with industry-leading hardware and software companies to optimise selected technology and solutions with VMware software.
• We have access to Community Source  - Access to source code for ESX enables us to develop new features and/or advanced virtualization technology integrated with VMware Infrastructure
• We can develop, distribute or deploy software with VMware virtual appliances in a simplified way.
• As partners we span a range of technologies, including servers, thin terminals, user management, application provisioning, and related software.
• We are supported by major global software vendors who broadly support customers running their applications in and with VMware environments. 

VMware owes much of its success to its global partner ecosystem, which includes more than 500+ technology partners and nearly 18,000 channel partners. Their customers benefit by being able to access VMware products and solutions through several channels. VMware (NYSE: VMW) is the global leader in virtualization solutions from the desktop to the datacenter. Customers of all sizes rely on VMware to reduce capital and operating expenses, ensure business continuity, strengthen security and go green. With 2008 revenues of $1.9 billion, more than 130,000 customers and more than 22,000 partners, VMware is one of the fastest-growing public software companies. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, VMware is majority-owned by EMC Corporation (NYSE: EMC).

http://www.vmware.co.uk

What does AVG do?

Computer and internet use is an integral part of our everyday lives. Every aspect of our lives is accessible electronically, which brings considerable benefit – and, unfortunately, considerable risk. AVG’s  role is to shield you from that risk by providing powerful, easy-to-use protection that works efficiently and invisibly in the background so you can focus on using your computer, not worrying about security.

Why use an AVG Silver Reseller?

• We have been specially trained in the AVG product line - We are able to provide customer and technical support.  
• We can provide all AVG software at discounted prices. 
• We can provide relevant security - AVG research teams are continuously on the lookout for new threats so they can quickly develop protection for us to pass onto you.
• We offer trusted protection - AVG products are protecting over 80 million computer users worldwide.
• We can provide Easy to use security software - AVG products are easy to download, install, and use, with little impact on system performance.

About AVG

AVG, helps you stay safe while you shop, bank online watch videos, search or surf the web, download music, documents and pictures, and email or chat. Every document or file you download, every web page or link you click on, is scanned by AVG before you open it. Unlike other security products, they stop the threats before they reach your hard drive and become a problem. Safe internet surfing is now possible.
Prestigious companies worldwide and institutes in many fields rely on AVG‘s security products, and many companies depend upon AVG as a strong partner in the field of data security and privacy.
AVG Partners, Authorized Distributors, and Authorized Resellers comprise a distribution network in over 150 countries and are a major contributor to the awareness of AVG Anti-Virus around the world. They also provide other ways for business cooperation such as Affiliate and OEM programs. The growing success of AVG and their business partners is a testament to their strategic business partner programs.

http://www.avg.com/uk.homepage

What does Symantec do?

Symantec provide security, storage and systems management solutions to help their customers – from consumers and small businesses to the largest global organisations – secure and manage their information-driven world against more risks at more points, more completely and efficiently than any other company.

Why use a Symantec Registered Partner?

• We have access to Internal Licenses and Evaluation Software.
• We have access to a range of Technical Support resources and incident based support.
• We have the expertise to sell, manage, integrate, plan, and implement Symantec solutions for customers worldwide through the Symantec Partner Program

About Symantec

Symantec was founded in 1982 by visionary computer scientists. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 17,500 employees in more than 40 countries.
Their People -Their strength stems from a diverse and talented team.
Their Citizenship -Their commitment to global environmental, social and ethical practices.
Their Strategy - Their focus on enabling customers to have confidence.
Their Innovation - From Their earliest inspiration to our latest innovation.

http://www.symantec.com/index.jsp

What does Open-e do?

Open-E, Inc. is a pioneering leader and developer of IP-based storage management software with headquarters in the United States and Europe. Founded in 1998, the company sells its line of storage management software through a world-wide network of system integrator and reseller partners.

Why use an Open-e Partner

• As part of an extensive network of over 200 Worldwide Open-E certified partners, we can offer to you the flexibility to work with the hardware solution provider of your choosing.
• We can provide storage solutions that are unmatched for price and performance in the Industry. Excellence can be achieved at a lower price point! This can be passed onto you, the customer.
• We have direct access to support services to help deliver superior Open-e storage solutions.

 About Open-e

Open-E  philosophy is simple: They support the commoditization of data storage. Historically, enterprise-class storage solutions have been monolithic, proprietary and expensive. Buyers were locked into one vendor for one set of technologies and products. They endeavour to ensure that their software is  affordable and easy to use.  Finally, they believe in partnering with their system integrators and resellers - not competing with them. They do not have a direct sales force. Also, unlike other storage software vendors, they are one of the few storage software companies not to sell their own branded storage appliance.

http://www.open-e.com/

What do Dell do?

They are the #1 PC provider in the U.S. and #2 worldwide, They are the preferred desktop and laptop provider of enterprises in the US and Europe.  They’ve been the No. 1 PC supplier to small and medium businesses in the United States for 10 years in a row

Why use a Dell Registered Partner?

• PartnerDirect is the first step in a journey for Dell - a journey to which we’re committed for the long term. To that end, PartnerDirect aims to make doing business with Dell as easy as possible.
• We are enabled as partners to leverage Dell’s unique business model and to tap into a wealth of marketing resources.
• We benefit from Dell’s belief that no vendor offers the same level of efficiency or flexibility as Dell.
• We can differentiate our product offerings due to Dell opening up their huge product portfolio. Dell offers servers, storage, workstations, desktops, notebooks, software and accessories.
• We receive customer care, by Dell’s improved asset-tag transfer and Warranty Parts Direct also their developed enhanced service and support functions.

About Dell

They ship about 140,000 systems shipped per day, have nearly 2 billion interactions with their customers every year, and they won more than 400 product awards in 2007. Their blade servers require 65 percent less time to set up and come in 97 percent fewer boxes than HP’s and they have one of the world’s leading brands.

Dell’s are among the industry's greenest desktops and notebooks, they were the first vendor to offer DisplayPort technology on a commercially available monitor, and were a major driver in having it accepted as the industry standard, they were the first major systems vendor to factory install Red Hat Linux on corporate systems.

24 of the world’s top supercomputers run on Dell, the 10 largest U.S. companies run on Dell, the top 6 Internet service companies run on Dell.  Their global headquarters campus is powered by 100 percent green energy.  They’re the first and only computer company offering free computer recycling to consumers worldwide.

http://www.dell.co.uk

What do HP do?

HP is a technology solutions provider to consumers, businesses and institutions globally. The company's offerings span IT infrastructure, personal computing and access devices, global services and imaging and printing for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses.

Why use a HP Business Partner?

• We are an expert in HP's Product Portfolio and ensure you the irreplaceable proximity customer experience. It's time to get your preferential treatment!
• We  guarantee an unparalleled combination of expertise, proximity and customized solutions.
• We deliver advice, technology and services designed with you in mind so you can focus on what matters most.

About HP

HP Services provides a complete portfolio of services tailored to your unique business and IT needs -today and in the future. They partner closely with the customer to help design, build, integrate, manage, and evolve an adaptive enterprise that lets you effectively respond to changes in your business.

They take the time to understand your specific business needs and IT environment and then adjust their approach to fit your needs. Using a proven set of methodologies, HP Services professionals work collaboratively with you -drawing on a comprehensive portfolio of integrated offerings to give you the greatest choice and value from your investment.

http://www.hp.co.uk

What do Smoothwall do?

http://www.smoothwall.co.uk/

What do 2X do?

2X Software Ltd - 2X - is a company developing software for the booming server-based computing market. Thin client computing controls spiralling PC management costs, centralizes application and desktop management, improves security and performance and allows users to work remotely.

The company's product line includes: 2X ThinClientServer for Windows and Linux: the solution for central deployment, configuration and management of thin clients and user's connection settings; 2X ApplicationServer for Terminal Services: tunnels any Windows application onto remote desktops and saves on administration & support; 2X LoadBalancer for Terminal Services: provides load balancing, increased security and redundancy for your Terminal Servers; and 2X VirtualDesktopServer: Publish virtual desktops and applications, rather than installing locally.

Why use a 2x partner

• We have a full range of "state of the art" server based computing solutions, marketing and sales support, enhanced technical support and sales and technical training.
• We can sell technology that will provide you with the best-ofbreed server based computing solutions.
• We have access to 2X server based computing software that allows desktop virtualization and application streaming on standard PCs and thin client devices. 2X is vendor independent and will not tie you in to specific hardware or virtualization platforms.

About 2x

2X is a privately held company, with offices in Germany, UK, USA, Cyprus and Malta. Its management team is backed by years of experience in developing and selling network infrastructure software. It is a Microsoft, Novell ISV and IBM partner.   Among 2X's customers there are companies like Thomascook GroupPLC (United Kingdom), Bournmouth University (United Kingdom), Accociated Ports (United Kingdom), , Schenker Ltd (United Kingdom), And numberous worldwide companies (see web page for full list)

http://www.2x.com/

What do GFI do?

GFI Software provides the single best source of network security, content security and messaging software for small to medium sized businesses. With award-winning technology, an aggressive pricing strategy, and a strong focus on the unique requirements of small to medium sized businesses, GFI Software satisfies the needs of SMB organizations on a global scale.

Why use a GFI Authorised Reseller

• We can provide the best quality, most cost-effective content and network security, and messaging solutions to the small to medium sized business supplied by GFI.                     
• We can advise on and supply GFI Software that provides the single best source of network security, content security and messaging software for small to medium sized businesses. With award-winning technology, an aggressive pricing strategy, and a strong focus on the unique requirements of small to medium sized businesses.
• We can supply to you GFI software’s products that are designed to be installed with minimum configuration and little maintenance.  Installed seamlessly  with all Microsoft operating systems and networking thereby eliminating unwanted surprises, freeing up time for more important tasks.

About GFI

GFI Software is the market leader thanks to their ability to innovate and adopt key technologies early on. For example, GFI MailEssentials™ was the first server-based anti-spam software to include Bayesian filtering. GFI MailSecurity™ was the first software to tackle the email security problem most aggressively via its exploit and trojan checking features. GFI FAXmaker™ led the way with its seamless email and network integration and GFI LANguard™ proved revolutionary in the security scanning market. They hold several patents pertaining to network and email security.

http://www.gfi.com/

What do message Labs do?

MessageLabs, now part of Symantec, provides a range of managed services to protect, control, encrypt and archive electronic communications. MessageLabs services are widely recognized as a market leader in the messaging and web security market.

Why use a Messagelabs Partner?

• As a MessageLabs partner we have a desire to enable our clients to make an informed decision about their messaging security requirements.
• We can take advantage of the exploding managed security services market without having to invest in expensive resources and technology
• We have expert knowledge of the security landscape, to accommodate your needs.

About Message Labs

MessageLabs was the first company in the world to introduce anti-virus as a service rather than software, delivered within the fabric of the Internet, that was able to stop threats long before they reached their intended targets, could learn from the huge volumes of messages being processed and was able to draw on far greater resources than would be possible within a single organization. The result was a truly revolutionary anti-virus service that gained worldwide recognition for stopping and naming the Lovebug virus hours before any other vendor heralding a new era in the industry.
MessageLabs has built on this successful model and extended our vision to provide complete certainty in the exchange of all business information, regardless of protocol, device or location. The company continues to innovate as messaging evolves – now with some 19 patents granted or pending.

http://www.messagelabs.co.uk

What do Exclaimer do?

Exclaimer develops one of the world's most popular email toolkits. It's easy to sell and just as straightforward to price, deliver and install. Exclaimer provides a robust and reliable product range. Exclaimer’s software products enable disclaiming branding and signature, archiving anti spam, retention policy enforcement and regulatory compliance to external regulations.

Why use an Exclaimer reseller?

• We can pass on to you as a reseller fast-tracked support to answer all questions you may have as a customer.
• We have access to  Exclusive information area tailored to our needs and access to Exclaimer's online forums.
• We can provide and advise on all of exclaimer products with confidence and consistency

About exclaimer

Products are available that suit the needs of companies of any size.  Exclaimer benefits both small to medium sized enterprises that run on the Microsoft exchange small business server as well as larger companies using the standard or enterprise server which are charged on a per seat basis.

Exclaimer core products are, Mail Utilities, Siganture Manager, Store Compressor, SBS Suite, AD Pictures.

Exclaimer is a global provider of mail utilities and software add-on products for Microsoft exchange with 800 partners and more than 27 million users worldwide. Exclaimers customer base consists of companies of all sizes.

http://www.exclaimer.com/

What does Clearswift do?

Clearswift provides the ability for enterprises to confidently embrace the collaboration required for business growth while consolidating their IT security infrastructure and mitigating the risks that damage corporate reputation or relationships with customers and partners.

Why use a Clearswift Catalyst Sales Associate?

• We provide intelligent, adaptable technology and solutions that safeguards information and communications, enabling you to connect, collaborate and share.
• With our staff being trained and tested you can be assured we can advise and support you with Clearswift products to the highest customer service standard.
• We can help customers discover how to understand, analyze and manage their content using unique content-aware policy engines. 

About Clearswift?

Since 1982, Clearswift have provided internet content filtering solutions to more than 17,000 organizations around the world. They design their technologies and services around how people interact, developing adaptable solutions that define business communication.

They believe the success of your organization is dependent on people connecting and sharing information in positive ways. Clearswift solutions safeguard information and communications, employees are then free to communicate and collaborate, creating an environment that nurtures growth.

We are all continually challenged to keep up with technology and the ways people use it to communicate. Clearswift solutions allow you to strike the right balance between growth, cost and risk.

http://www.clearswift.com

What does Studioworx do?

Studioworx are a technical consultancy based in Milton Keynes.  With the intention of providing best-in-class service to the manufacturing and design industry through cutting edge technology, innovation and creativity, Studioworx engages directly with your organisation, aiming to increase your performance, efficiency and profit.

Why use Studioworx?

• We provide the highest quality service and advice, as well as industry’s leading technology solutions for 3D Digital Prototyping, Design, and CAD.
• Our staff expertise and our fresh approach allows your organisation to benefit from new, improved technology and solutions in an easy-to-implement workflow.
• The word ‘NO’ is not in our dictionary! We try and tackle every problem with an effective solution, and will work hard to ensure that your organisation is given our utmost attention.

About Studioworx

Studioworx has a young dynamic team, with years of experience within the IT and Engineering sectors. Studioworx is able to provide advice, guidance and delivery of the most up-to-date solutions to enhance efficiency, improve productivity, and increase profits. Studioworx also provide professional training, consultancy and support, as well as market leading and cutting-edge computer hardware and peripherals.
A rapid expansion over the last year has allowed Studioworx to grow and invest in key areas. This expansion however is not at the detriment to our customers, and we still remain focussed and committed to our core belief of delivering the best solution to fit to your requirements. Our flexible forthcoming approach to problems allows us to better understand your business, and we are sure that you will enjoy working closely with us to achieve the desired outcome.

http://www.studioworxltd.co.uk