AST Networks, a business unit of the AST Group, has been awarded Gold Certification status for 3Com, due to its focus, proven commitment and expertise in building and delivering solutions based on 3Com technology. It is one of only three Gold partners in SA Africa.
AST Networks has been instrumental in delivering large-scale networking applications to corporate customers using 3Com technology.
"AST Networks is a leading South African integrator and one of our key partners," says Chris van Niekerk, country manager of 3Com SA.
"This appointment, no doubt, highlights AST`s strength and acknowledges their position in the SA networking marketplace - congratulations to all concerned."
"Traditionally the physical infrastructure has been seen as the critical component for business success in the networking space," explains Francois van der Merwe, General Manager Data of AST Networks. "This has changed. The market increasingly realises that the end result - the business process - is the core element that enables business to make decisions rapidly in line with market conditions and expectations in the global market."
"Through our close association with 3Com, AST Networks has a better understanding of these business drivers and has the business acumen to analyse changing market conditions from a global perspective, 'Africanise` it and package it in such a way as to give the customer a tangible edge," adds Van der Merwe.
The Gold Certification status will enable AST Networks to continue enhancing its offerings to customers, because it provides the company with early access to technical-readiness materials and increased product licence benefits.
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