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BULLETIN SYNAXON UK extends base of supplier partners SYNAXON UK has announced that the full portfolio of products stocked by Northamber, has been added to its EGIS stock availability and pricing platform. The channel services group has also signed agreements with Approved Technology, Go2 Distribution and ACCO, as it continues to extend its base of supplier partners. Managing Director Mike Barron, said: “Northamber is a well-established and trusted distribution partner for many resellers all over the UK and we’re delighted to be adding yet another prestigious name to EGIS. This is a really significant addition that can only hasten its firm establishment as the leading portal for stock availability, pricing and order management in the channel.” Commenting on behalf of Northamber, Mark Haddleton, UK Sales Manager, added: “It’s great to be working with SYNAXON UK and making our products available through the EGIS platform. Whether they are new or returning customers, SYNAXON UK subscribers can be sure of receiving the highest quality and exceptional service that Northamber provides to all its customers.” www.synaxon.co.uk Cisco Customer Experience Specialisation Tech Data has achieved Cisco Customer Experience Specialisation in the UK, having demonstrated its ability to support partners in delivering positive business outcomes for customers. The accomplishment is a further demonstration of Tech Data’s deep technical expertise in Cisco technologies and its ability to fully support partners across the full lifecycle of solutions delivery, from initial consultancy through to implementation and the provision of managed services. Tony Nevill, Director – Cisco, at Tech Data, UK and Ireland, said: “The achievement of Cisco Customer Experience Specialisation further underlines Tech Data’s credentials as a trusted advisor and partner of choice for Cisco resellers in the UK. We see customer experience as a competitive differentiator and critical to our success. This accreditation highlights the depth of our services capability and skills and our total commitment to meeting the needs of Cisco partners in the UK.” A number of technical accreditations must be achieved to attain the Customer Experience Specialisation. Tech Data was also required to demonstrate its capability to support the entire solutions lifecycle on Cisco technologies and to help reseller partners achieve positive business outcomes for their end-user customers. www.techdata.com Sustainability high on agenda In partnership with Planet Mark, Integra has launched free Carbon Clinics to further support members when it comes to adopting and implementing a sustainability strategy within their businesses. Planet Mark’s sustainability experts will be offering advice on a wide range of topics including carbon footprinting, strategy and planning, environmental policy and data collection; together with employee and supplier engagement and communication. Steve Malkin, CEO, Planet Mark said: “Carbon management is an essential pre- requisite to good practice in sustainability. It brings many other benefits too, including tackling climate change, cutting costs, reducing risk, enhancing reputation, engaging employees and stakeholders, and winning new business. During these clinics we will be able to provide practical, tailored advice to Integra members looking to drive sustainability forward.” On average, Planet Mark holders make a 16% carbon saving each year per employee through energy use, waste, water, travel and procurement. Certified organisations deliver results far beyond regulation and compliance, making deep and significant contributions to society, the environment and engaging their people in the process. www.Integra-business.co.uk Midwich signs distribution agreements Midwich has signed an agreement with education technology company Promethean, as a UK distributor for its products. Divisional Director Lee Harris, said: “We endeavour to provide our customers with continued access to world-leading brands and the very best solutions, and we’re excited to add Promethean to our market-leading display portfolio. Above all else, we are proud to have been chosen by Promethean for the unrivalled level of support we continue to offer our channel partners during these testing times.” The distie has also secured a global agreement with Huddly, a manufacturer of high quality video experience products. The agreement will expand Midwich’s global unified communications and collaboration offering. Commenting on the agreement, Stein Ove Eriksen, CEO, Huddly, said: “Midwich Group is an ideal global distribution partner for Huddly and we are excited to extend our successful cooperation with a global agreement. Through their professionalism, competence and global reach, Midwich Group will help us bring high quality video experiences to everyone.” www.midwich.com 01732 759725 8 Mike Barron Tony Neville Lee Harris