Edgetec joins the ranks of IBM premier business partners

Edgetec Systems, an established supplier of IBM eServer iSeries solutions in the e-business marketplace, has become an IBM premier business partner.

Says IBM SA`s iSeries manager, Johnathene Beyers: "The fit between Edgetec and IBM is excellent.

"Edgetec is at the cutting-edge of mapping and providing appropriate solutions for customers` business needs.

"It has the experience, knowledge of the marketplace and operational capacity to execute at the highest business and technical levels.

"What we bring to the party is a best of breed product set - in terms of reliability, scalability, security, robustness and performance.

"So, together, we can guarantee customer satisfaction, drive mutual revenue, diversify our customer bases and grow market share."

Steve Buck, CEO of Edgetec, says the iSeries is the best business platform on the market, because it is so stable and easy to use.

"As an IBM premier business partner, adding greater business value and negotiating discounts, we can make it much easier for customers to acquire the platform.

"Also, the access to on-going education and certification that premier status provides, will enable us to stay ahead of shifting solutions requirements and opportunities.

"This enables us to substantially reduce total cost of ownership for customers - from purchase price to long-term system management and maintenance.

"And it positions us superbly to guide customers as to their future technology options.

"Consulting is an integral part of our core business because customers want strategic advice on how to use technology to optimise their businesses.

"But, they don`t want solutions imposed on them. They want them tailored to their precise and realistic needs."

Edgetec was founded in 1997 and has offices in Gauteng and the Western and Eastern Cape. It services a range of sectors - from financial services to pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries.