National network integration specialists Integr8 IT has become the only company in South Africa to be awarded `Insider` status with Computer Associates (CA) Africa.
As a recognised `Insider` and premier reseller, Integr8 IT has established a strong alliance with CA in the service of current clients and the quest for new ones.
According to regional account manager at CA Africa, Dion Gerrans, the `Insider` program originated in Europe and is based on the recognition of key resellers identified for their success in selling, implementation and service with regard to CA`s range of products. `Insiders` are then used to perform pre-sales demonstrations to potential clients because of their ability to offer total solutions and ongoing support should the deal be successful. This is preferential to Computer Associates proposing a solution only to have the dealer initiate the sales cycle once again and fulfil obligations made by another party.
In essence, the program creates a close bond between CA and the reseller and ties them both into the customer.
Gerrans says that the company`s products enjoy widespread use among local companies, especially within security and storage markets. "CA is entrenched in the local market. Most people are unaware of this. Our products are in use in most companies especially our storage and security offerings. We are currently experiencing phenomenal growth in the Africa market and this trend is expected to continue."
Integr8 IT`s network integration and support skills, as well as its proven track record in sales and service levels, has elevated it above competition and helped it navigate a route into CA.
Says Gerrans,"Integr8 IT have had a substantial intellectual investment in our company and have the ability to continue to prove our worth. This company was identified as a premier reseller because of their skill in CA storage products, its success in product selling and implementation."
"Integr8 IT is dedicated not just to the full CA product range, but to other complimentary vendors like 3Com, Citrix and Microsoft. They believe in what they sell, they walk the walk and talk the talk. In short, the company represents a qualified implementation and support team," adds Gerrans.
Integr8 IT director Mark Levy explains why the company is excited about this latest business development. "Our team is focused on delivery and the highest quality of service. We are thrilled about our strategic relationship with Computer Associates because this alliance will offer increased awareness and business validation. In addition, the channel stands to benefit from qualified solution-based selling, and quality technical support and implementation."
Integr8 IT (Pty) Ltd is a wholly owned network technology services and solutions company in southern Africa. Based in SA, the company employs a wealth of highly skilled and certified system engineers who are directly involved in high level consulting, support and integration.
With offices located in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and representation in Port Elizabeth, East London and Port Elizabeth, Integr8 IT spans nationally across Southern Africa and Africa continent. It has the people and expertise to plan, deploy, manage and maintain an information technology environment.
Whether a client seeks better control of its networked environment or is in need of practical solutions, complex or simple, Integr8 IT provides the answers with enhanced information technology services.
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