Industry Leader Ingram Micro to Distribute 3K Computers to Solution Providers in the U.S. and Canada
April 29 2008 - 9:36AM
Business Wire
3K Computers, LLC, a U.S. based manufacturer that designs, builds
and delivers innovative, tailored computer systems, today announced
a new U.S. distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM).
Leveraging this new relationship, 3K also unveiled a new channel
partner program � the 3K Partner Program 2.0 � designed to support
and grow the business of its solution provider partners. The new
distribution alliance and partner program mark the continuation of
3K�s channel-exclusive growth strategy. Under the new agreement,
Ingram Micro will distribute, market and support 3K�s award-winning
line-up of desktops, notebooks, workstations, servers and storage
equipment including the recently announced 3K Longitude 619R
Semi-Rugged Notebooks and Approxima 500WS Workstations. �This new
alliance with Ingram Micro will build increased awareness for the
3K brand and clearly demonstrate our commitment to delivering only
the highest levels of quality and service. Joining the likes of
Apple, Hewlett Packard, Sony, and other manufacturers featured on
Ingram Micro�s line card is a proud day for us at 3K,� said Dan
Jacobs, CEO of 3K Computers. As a 100 percent IT Channel focused
manufacturer, 3K does not sell direct to end-users. �Our sales
model is to work with the channel, not to compete with our
partners, and certainly not to take business direct,� stated Will
Jordan, VP of Sales, 3K Computers. �The new distribution agreement
with Ingram Micro supports this mission and allows us to expand our
network of authorized 3K partners.� �3K�s channel-exclusive sales
model and commitment to delivering high-quality, customizable
products at an affordable price is exactly the type of manufacturer
promise our partners are looking for,� says Kevin Prewett, vice
president, vendor management, Ingram Micro U.S. �The addition of 3K
Computers extends our portfolio of build-to-order technologies and
ruggedized products and provides our partners access to yet another
great manufacturer. We�re very pleased to bring 3K on board and
look forward to growing our business together.� �3K is determined
to become the IT channel�s preferred partner for Built-to-Order and
off-the-shelf desktops, notebooks, workstations, servers and
storage equipment,� concluded Jacobs. �The combination of our new
channel partner program and alliance with Ingram Micro will help us
build stronger relationships within the channel and ultimately fuel
the growth and profitability of our partners and 3K.� User-Friendly
Program for Channel Partners 3K simplified the structure of its
channel programs to make it easier for resellers to do business
with the company. By eliminating fees associated with joining its
partner program, defining clear rules of sales engagement and
selecting Ingram Micro as its distribution partner, 3K has made its
updated Channel Partner Program a lot more user-friendly. The
updated program features three tiers -- Platinum, Gold and Silver
-- each having its own corresponding benefits and requirements.
Under the new program, 3K will reward partners not only by volume
of business but also on their technical competency, business
specialization, growth goals and customer satisfaction. Today�s
announcement reflects 3K�s continued commitment to being a pure
channel-based provider of information technology solutions. For
more information, visit the 3K Partner Program website at
www.3kcomputers.com or email sales@3kcomputers.com. Solution
providers can also contact Ingram Micro at (800) 445-5066. About
Ingram Micro 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 150 countries and
is the only broad-based global IT distributor with operations in
Asia. Visit www.ingrammicro.com. About 3K Computers, LLC 3K
Computers, LLC, is a trusted information-technology manufacturer
that sells a complete portfolio of products and services to
customers throughout North America through the company�s authorized
distributors, VARs and channel partners. Known best by the
statement, �You Want It, We Build It,� 3K designs, builds and
delivers innovative, tailored systems that provide customers with
exceptional value. With U.S. based manufacturing and service
organizations, 3K provides rapid responsiveness via U.S.-based,
Tier 1 technical support and customer service. For more
information, call (888) 590-8215, e-mail: sales@3kcomputers.com or
visit www.3kcomputers.com.
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