CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized as the IT
channel's most strategic, single source technology provider, Ingram
Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM) today announced its Data Capture/POS Division
will now market, sell and support the complete portfolio of
Intermec (NYSE: IN) technologies in both the U.S. and Canada. Intermec is a channel leader in AIDC
and mobile computing solutions.
"The addition of Intermec enhances our AIDC and mobility
solutions portfolio and answers the call of channel partners to
offer Intermec as part of our growing vendor lineup," says
Justin Scopaz, vice president and
general manager, Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS Division. "By
tapping into the specialized sales, marketing and technical
expertise and resources offered within our North American division,
Intermec is investing in the success of its channel partners and
adding sustainable value to its PartnerNet program. We are thrilled
to earn the Intermec business in the U.S. and Canada and look forward to growing this
relationship and engaging with new and existing Intermec channel
partners."
As part of the new alliance, Ingram Micro and Intermec will
collaborate to enable the success of mutual channel partners
actively involved in the Intermec PartnerNet program. In addition,
Ingram Micro will also provide Intermec channel partners with a
number of business-building resources including field credit,
sales, marketing and technical support, as well as training and
education around key technologies and market opportunities.
"The addition of Intermec to the Ingram Micro portfolio will
certainly expand our abilities in selling and supporting Intermec's
technologies as part of a larger solution sale," says Todd Greenwald, General Manager, Heartland
Computers. "Over the last twenty years, we've evolved our expertise
to specialize in and deliver the ruggedized mobile computing
solutions businesses need to get it done. Both Intermec and Ingram
Micro think outside the box and work with us to deliver the right
solutions for our customers' needs. You can't ask for anything
more."
"This new alliance with Ingram Micro will help Intermec continue
to forge stronger partnerships within the North American channel
and accelerate growth for both new and existing Intermec
resellers," said Scott Anderson,
vice president of global channels, Intermec. "The combination
of Ingram Micro's partner enablement capabilities and Intermec's
compelling PartnerNet program will help our channel partners get
the most out of their relationship with Intermec and inspire
growth."
The Ingram Micro Data Capture /POS Division has steadily gained
market share over the last six years by providing unique value and
unrivaled services to channel partners throughout North America says John Soumbasakis, senior vice president,
strategic divisions, Ingram Micro North America. "This new
relationship with Intermec is key to our pursuit of becoming the
industry's global leader in the data capture, point of sale
market," says Soumbasakis.
Solution providers in the U.S. and Canada who are interested in learning more
about Intermec or want to become an Intermec reseller can contact
Ingram Micro sales (800) 456-8000 or send an email to
Intermec@IngramMicro.
For more information about the Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS
Division, visit www.ingrammicro.com/dcpos.
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About Intermec
Intermec Inc. (NYSE: IN) develops and integrates products,
services and technologies that identify, track and manage supply
chain assets and information. Core technologies include rugged
mobile computing and data collection systems, bar code printers,
label media, and RFID. The company's products and services are used
by customers in many industries worldwide to improve the
productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations.
For more information about Intermec, visit http://www.intermec.com
or call 800-347-2636.
About the Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS Division
The Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS Division is a leading
value-added distributor of auto ID/data capture (AIDC),
point-of-sale (POS), radio frequency identification (RFID) and
wireless solution products and services. In addition to these
technologies, the division also offers partners access to the
complete suite of Ingram Micro products and services. With offices
and distribution centers across North
America, Latin America,
Europe and Asia, the Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS
Division delivers a comprehensive portfolio of products and
services to technology integrators around the world. For more
information, visit dcpos.ingrammicro.com.
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