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Midwich Group PLC
12 August 2020
12 August 2020
Midwich PLC
("Midwich" or "the Group")
Midwich Group Launches Global Hardware as a Service Programme in
partnership with Poly
Midwich Group Plc, a global specialist audio visual (AV)
distributor to the trade market, announces a new Hardware as a
Service programme, designed specifically so that new and existing
channel partners can offer the latest UC technology to their
customers, without the requirement for substantial upfront outlay.
The new offering coincides with the announcement of a worldwide
distribution partnership with Plantronics, Inc ("Poly" - formerly
Plantronics and Polycom) and is initially designed to meet the
demand for the Zoom Video Communications, Inc. platform.
Officially launching on September 1, 2020, the Hardware as a
Service offering will address the increase in end-user demand for
consuming technology as a service and will initially be available
in the UK and Ireland, North America, Australia and New Zealand,
with a subsequent roll-out to additional regions planned.
Further to this announcement, and in alignment with the Group's
ongoing focus on UC for its channel partners, the Group welcomes
Poly, a global communications company that powers meaningful human
connection and collaboration, as a global vendor, whose renowned
video solutions certified for Zoom will be deployed by Midwich as
part of the Hardware as a Service offering.
Stephen Fenby, Group Managing Director, Midwich Group Plc,
commented:
"The global pandemic has resulted in unprecedented financial
constraints and a need to optimise communication is key for every
organisation, through work-from-home (WFH), office or classroom UC
solutions.
The launch of the new Hardware as a Service programme along with
this exciting new global partnership with Poly, leaves us well
positioned to offer the leading UC technology to our channel
partners and their customers, without the substantial upfront
costs."
Nick Tidd, Vice President - Global Partner Organization, Poly,
commented:
"Customers are facing the unprecedented challenge of navigating
a world where the work 'place' is less important. The partnership
we have with Zoom, coupled with this impressive
Hardware-as-a-Service model, enables our customers to not only
connect from any location, but maintain productivity
effectively."
Jeff Smith, Head of Zoom Rooms, Zoom Video Communications,
commented:
"Hardware as a Service is an important tool to help customers
deploy video communications equipment more quickly in these
challenging times. We're pleased to work with Midwich Group to
enable channel resellers to offer Zoom appliances as a service to
our joint customers."
Enquiries may be directed to the Group's global UC team in the
relevant region -
-- UK & Ireland - jon.dew-stanley@midwich.com
-- North America - doug.shields@starin.biz
-- Australia & New Zealand - mark.buckley@midwich.com.au
For further information:
Midwich Group plc Tel: +44 (0) 13
Ben Thompson, Communications & PR Manager 7964 9200
About Midwich Group
Midwich is a specialist AV distributor to the trade market, with
operations in the UK and Ireland, Continental Europe, Asia Pacific
and North America. The Group's long-standing relationships with
over 500+ vendors, including blue-chip organisations, support a
comprehensive product portfolio across major audio visual
categories such as large format displays, projectors, digital
signage, unified communications and professional audio. The Group
operates as the sole or largest in-country distributor for a number
of its vendors in their respective product sets.
The Directors attribute this position to the Group's technical
expertise, extensive product knowledge and strong customer service
offering built up over a number of years. The Group has a large and
diverse base of over 20,000 customers, most of which are
professional AV integrators and IT resellers serving sectors such
as corporate, education, retail, residential and hospitality.
Although the Group does not sell directly to end users, it believes
that the majority of its products are used by commercial and
educational establishments rather than consumers.
Initially a UK only distributor, the Group now has 1,000
employees across the UK and Ireland, Continental Europe, North
America and Asia-Pacific. A core component of the Group's growth
strategy is further expansion of its international operations and
footprint into strategically targeted jurisdictions.
Visit www.midwichgroupplc.com
About Poly
Plantronics, Inc. ("Poly" - formerly Plantronics and Polycom)
(NYSE: PLT) is a global communications company that powers
meaningful human connection and collaboration. Poly combines
legendary audio expertise and powerful video and conferencing
capabilities to overcome the distractions, complexity and distance
that make communication in and out of the workplace challenging.
Poly believes in solutions that make life easier when they work
together and with our partners' services. Our headsets, software,
desk phones, audio and video conferencing, analytics and services
are used worldwide and are a leading choice for every kind of
workspace. Visit: www.poly.com.
Poly, the propeller design, and the Poly logo are trademarks of
Plantronics, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners.
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