Ingram Micro's New 'System ArchiTECHS' Community Increases Visibility for System Builders and Brings Exclusive Member Benefits t
February 13 2006 - 8:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Strengthening
its support for the U.S. components market, world's largest
technology distributor, Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM), today
announced the formation of a new customer community designed
exclusively for U.S. system builders, and IT vendors called System
ArchiTECHS. "The components business is getting more complex.
System builders require additional resources, partner support and
services to grow profitably," says Justin Crotty, vice president,
channel marketing, Ingram Micro North America. "System ArchiTECHS
addresses the needs of these specialized customers by providing a
network for stronger partnerships, and bringing forward proven
sales and marketing practices, as well as, targeted training and
education." As the IT Channel leader in developing and sustaining
powerful customer communities, Ingram Micro's new System ArchiTECHS
is primed for success says Crotty. "Following the framework of our
other industry-leading channel partner programs, System ArchiTECHS
will provide our customers with the tools, resources, and alliances
they need to enhance and grow their business." In addition to
offering more direct access to Ingram Micro's partner support,
sales teams and online business resources, Ingram Micro's System
ArchiTECHS will also help its members: * Increase Overall Industry
Expertise within the Components Space. * Learn About New
Technologies and Business Strategies. * Strengthen Ties with
Leading Market Vendors and Generate New Relationships with Emerging
Vendors. * Capture Additional Revenue Opportunities within the
Mainstream Commercial and Vertical Markets. "Our vendors,
especially Intel, see the value in our System ArchiTECHS
community," says Mike Beyersdoerfer, director, components, Ingram
Micro U.S. "In their eyes it's about targeting the right customers
with the right product solutions. System ArchiTECHS will provide
and recognize a pool of pre-qualified system builders that can
expand and grow a vendor's market reach. The White Box market is
very strong, and Ingram Micro is improving our support to partners
on both sides of the system building fence." To date, Ingram Micro
System ArchiTECHS community has garnered the attention and
sponsorship of several industry leading vendors including Intel,
AMD, Western Digital, Kingston Technology, Hitachi GST, Microsoft,
Antec, Adaptec and Supermicro. Ingram Micro sales and marketing
teams are working together to recruit and qualify interested system
builders. "We're excited to participate in System ArchiTECHS," said
John Ball, general manager, U.S. System Builder Channel, Microsoft.
"Programs like these provide value differentiators for system
builders and allow Microsoft to gain efficiencies in reaching out
to this important partner base." Exclusive Benefits for System
ArchiTECHS Partners In addition to increased visibility and
partnership opportunities, active members of System ArchiTECHS will
receive a number of exclusive benefits including: * Preferred
Pricing on System Component Products | Everyday lower pricing on
key products that are core to your business. * Manufacturer
Exclusive Offers | Special incentives, exclusive discounts and
programs, in addition to the preferred pricing. * Sales Growth
Rewards Program | Members will receive rewards for quarterly sales
growth. * Member Starter Kit | Packed with resources, and
documentation that will help members get the most out of
ArchiTECHS. * Monthly Newsletter | An e-newsletter focused on
manufacturer information, technology tips and market trends. *
Dedicated Sales Resources | Sales support that is focused on system
integration needs. * Annual System Builder Partner Seminar | Brings
together the community members and key vendor partners for a
two-day training and education event. * Access to Channel Community
Discounted Services | Annual CompTIA membership; FedEx, Sprint and
OfficeMax discounts; business insurance; telecommunications
services; D&B reports. * Technical Support and System Builder
Help Desk | A dedicated technical support team that is trained and
qualified to resolve the unique technical support needs of system
builders and integrators. * Financial Services | Including a wide
range of leasing, finance and flooring options, including 60-day
free flooring programs and 60-day revolving credit. Enrollment in
System ArchiTECHS Community Solution providers and vendors who
would like more information on Ingram Micro's new System ArchiTECHS
community, please email , or contact their Ingram Micro sales
representative at 1-(800) 456-8000 today. To become an active
member of Ingram Micro's System ArchiTECHS community solution
providers must submit an application and meet specific
qualifications and criteria set forth by the distributor. About
Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain,
Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for
vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced
logistics services, technical support, financial services, and
product aggregation and distribution. The company serves 100
countries and is the only global IT distributor with operations in
Asia. Visit http://www.ingrammicro.com/. (C) 2006 Ingram Micro Inc.
All rights reserved. Ingram Micro and the registered Ingram Micro
logo are trademarks used under license by Ingram Micro Inc. The
names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners. DATASOURCE: Ingram Micro
Inc. CONTACT: Marie Meoli of WhiteFox Marketing &
Communications, +1-949-855-0335, , for Ingram Micro Inc.; or Chris
Kelly of Ingram Micro Inc., +1-714-382-3355, Web site:
http://www.ingrammicro.com/
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