Internet Solutions (IS), a leading converged communications services provider, has appointed Prenesh Padayachee as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
He started his career at NBS Bank as a field services engineer, thereafter moved to IBM as a technical specialist and later moved to IS where he has been since 1998 in various technical positions.
As the newly appointed CTO for IS, he will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic technical initiatives at IS both locally and internationally.
Padayachee will also monitor and maintain IS`s technology platforms in order to ensure that IS delivers next generation robust and stable solutions to their customers while remaining the leading service provider in the country.
IS CEO Angus MacRobert says: "We are delighted to welcome Prenesh onto the executive team. He plays an important role in developing our strategic growth and has contributed greatly to our new VOIS offerings. His calm head, knowledge and pragmatic approach are invaluable."
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Internet Solutions (IS) has transformed its business model and become a leading converged communications service provider in the country.
The business was founded on the principle of developing a robust infrastructure in order for corporates to conduct e-business. Over the past decade IS has established itself as a leader in this space, attracting over 80% of SA`s top businesses as clients.
During its 10-year life span, IS has evolved and grown its service offerings. Today, the company is the leading hosting service provider and security service provider in SA, as well as having significant market share in the virtual private network and application service provider space.
Internet Solutions, with an Empowerdex BBB rating, has earned an impressive collection of accolades, including eight First National Bank "Most Admired" awards, two Financial Mail Best Company to Work For awards, a place in the Top Unlisted Company Awards, first place in the ISP category for ComputerWeek Strategist`s Best of Breed IT Awards, 2004, and 8th in the Top ICT Companies, 2005.
The company partners with major players such as Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle, BT and AT&T, and in 2002 was certified as a Cisco Managed Security Service Provider, the first and only company outside of the US to be awarded this accolade.
For more, visit www.is.co.za.
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