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Churchill Downs Incorporated Picks a Winner - Major Racetrack Company Goes With Gateway for a Complete Enterprise Technology Makeover Owner and Operator of the Kentucky Derby Deploys Gateway in Corporate Headquarters and Racetrack Venues IRVINE, Calif., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gateway, Inc. today announced that it will be the exclusive provider of front- and back-end technology improvements to world-renowned horse racing venue operator Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI). The three-year deal brings Gateway server, notebook and desktop platforms to CDI's recently renovated Churchill Downs racetrack as well as Fair Grounds Race Course in New Orleans, the company's most recent acquisition. The newly designed infrastructure compliments CDI's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) initiative and is a large component of bringing a dynamic racing experience to patrons for the upcoming 131st running of the Kentucky Derby on May 7. "We redesigned our facilities to give our customers a lasting and first-class user experience," said Atique Shah, CDI's vice president of CRM and technology solutions. "Gateway's ability to provide flexible, scalable and robust computing platforms -- combined with its willingness to be flexible in meeting our unique IT needs -- made Gateway the ideal partner." CDI required complete front- and back-end restructuring to enhance its customers' on-track experience. To meet these demands, Gateway developed a complete end-to-end solution employing servers, desktops and notebooks throughout the organization. The result provides the company with support for infrastructure management and broader networking capabilities, along with a complete technology facelift. Racetrack visitors will benefit from new display technology to watch races, track bets and view statistics on horses as well as their jockeys. Gateway-powered kiosks have been placed throughout the venues to expedite and monitor wagering. Patrons that can't visit the tracks will benefit from the redesigned http://www.churchilldowns.com/ Web site, creating a more user-friendly experience, including access to multimedia content and other event information. "A company in the business of racing must ensure its IT needs are always met, and we're pleased to offer Churchill Downs Incorporated high-value, high-quality technology coupled with exceptional customer support," said Bruce Smith, senior vice president of Gateway's Professional business unit. "As the exclusive provider of enterprise technology to CDI, Gateway will enhance the race patrons' experience while supporting the organization's overall technology goals." Gateway has supplied CDI with a full suite of products to meet the demands of the organization, including Gateway(R) 975 and 995 rack-mount servers offering optimal storage and networking capabilities, Gateway(R) M275 tablet PCs, Gateway(R) M460 and M680 notebooks and Gateway(R) E-Series desktops. Gateway's high-touch customer service, combined with the ability of the Gateway servers to support CDI's complex CRM applications, were primary drivers in CDI's decision to select Gateway as its vendor of choice. From value-priced servers to ultra-reliable desktops to comprehensive services, Gateway has served organizations for more than 20 years. Gateway uses its multi-channel approach to make the purchase, use and support of technology simple. Gateway customers include many of the world's leading organizations, such as the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency, the University of Arizona, Harvard University, California Highway Patrol and others. For more information on Gateway Professional solutions, visit http://www.gateway.com/business. For more information on Gateway products, customers can visit http://www.gateway.com/ or call 1-800-GATEWAY. Solution providers and value added resellers (VARs) interested in partnering with Gateway through the ProNet Partner Program can find more information at http://www.gateway.com/pronet. About Gateway Since its founding in 1985, Irvine, Calif.-based Gateway (NYSE:GTW) has been offering award-winning PCs and related products to consumers, businesses, government agencies and schools with highest quality and service and best overall value. Gateway is now the third largest PC company in the U.S. and among the top ten worldwide. The company's value-based eMachines brand is sold exclusively by leading retailers worldwide, while the premium Gateway line is available at major retailers, over the Web and phone, and through its direct and indirect sales force. See http://www.gateway.com/ for more information. DATASOURCE: Gateway, Inc. CONTACT: Media, Bryan Sherlock of Gateway, Inc., +1-949-471-7756, Web site: http://www.gateway.com/pronet Web site: http://www.gateway.com/business Web site: http://www.churchilldowns.com/ Web site: http://www.gateway.com/ Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/144245.html

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