Further expansion of VXL’s distribution channel
Promark signed as part of North American growth plan
Houston, Tx, USA. 23rd April 2007 —VXL Instruments, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Thin Client devices, has further strengthened its service to customers in North America with the appointment of Promark Technology as a distribution partner. Promark is a premier value – added distributor based in Washington DC, with strengths in storage and security as well as thin client technology. Additionally, Promark is one of the leading distributors to the Government sector, which is a particularly strong area of growth for VXL thin clients.
Promark will offer VXL’s entire range including the Itona series of thin client devices with embedded Windows XP, Linux and Windows CE operating systems, the thin client notebook range the integrated desktop range and the new Itona desktop specifically designed for the Citrix environment. As part of the agreement, Promark Technology will also add the VXL product line to Promark’s GSA Federal Supply Schedule
“Thin client technology is a major growth market for us and we are delighted to add VXL thin clients to our product portfolio” said Dale Foster, CEO of Promark Technology, “They have created an excellent range of thin client solutions which are creating demand in all market sectors.”
VXL has invested significantly in North America in the last two years, opening a logistics and support center in Houston, Texas and creating a support structure across Continental USA. As a result, VXL is experiencing huge demand for their products in all sectors, particularly Government.
“Promark is an excellent value-added distributor with real service strengths and they are a great addition to our North American channel ” said Frank Noon, VP Worldwide Sales, VXL,
“Promark’s expertise within the government sector is of great importance as thin client growth in this sector is particularly strong.“
About Promark Technology.
Founded in 1985, Promark Technology is one of the premier value added distributors in the United States. A wholly owned subsidiary of United Strategies, Inc., Promark focuses on mass storage and electronic imaging products and solutions. Promark uses a two-tier distribution network; selling to value added resellers (VARs) and system integrators. Promark supports its distribution channel by offering sales and technical training, trade show and seminar support, leads, and demo equipment. Promark also supports its channel with its two-tier GSA Federal Supply Schedule contract, which enables Promark to authorize its resellers to sell GSA Schedule products directly to the government.
About VXL
VXL is one of the world’s largest suppliers of Thin Client hardware and offers the widest range of thin client devices available, from laptops to wireless desktops. A Citrix Partner since 1996, VXL has also attained Windows Embedded Partner status from Microsoft. Established in 1976, VXL has grown steadily and now has over three hundred people worldwide, with offices in the United States, Australia, Germany, France, India, and the United Kingdom.
For further information about VXL contact:
Ross Tye – VXL Instruments Inc.
Tel : : 713 589 3273
Email : ross.tye@vxl.net
Web : www.vxl.net |