Techware PC: Earns Certified Partner Status In Microsoft Partner Program

HARTFORD, WI – October 11, 2005 – Techware PC, the information technology experts, today announced it has earned certified status in Microsoft’s Partner Program, which recognizes Techware PC’s expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified Partner, Techware PC has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, that give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Techware PC provides professional, enterprise level technology solutions to business with the attention to detail and personal touches that only a small, client-centric company can provide. Specializing in small to medium sized businesses, Techware PC offers complete technology management including VoIP telephony, digital video surveillance, virtual IT department, web services, and more.

“Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service, proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Certified Partner,” said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes Techware PC for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”

In addition to earning certified status, Techware PC has declared a Microsoft Competency. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner’s capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry.

Microsoft Gold Certified Partners enrolled in the Networking Infrastructure Solutions Competency have proved their competency in implementing technology solutions based on either the Microsoft Windows Server™ 2003 or Windows® 2000 Server operating system, with a particular focus on Microsoft Small Business Server 2000 and Windows Small Business Server 2003. These implementations may include solutions that connect Windows-based servers, PC locations and the Internet; installation of a server farm; or a small-business Windows Server stand-alone solution that includes file and print capabilities.

“We are extremely pleased to have earned certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program. The certified status allows us to clearly promote our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers,” said Keefe John, co-owner of Techware PC. “The benefits provided through our certified membership will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings that we provide for customers.”

The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The Microsoft Partner Program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners’ businesses be successful.