Rave Computer Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
15 April 2006
Rave Computer today announced it has attained Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program with a competency in OEM Hardware Solutions, recognizing Rave Computer's expertise and total impact in the technology marketplace. As a Gold Certified Partner, Rave Computer has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers' needs.
"At Rave Computer, we are aware that customers' expectations towards IT purchases have evolved; and they expect their IT vendor to provide them with solutions and not simply hardware," said Doris Block-Tomlinson, Director of Channel Marketing. "That is why we take the time to listen to our customers and provide them with robust certified solutions that utilize only the best- of-breed hardware and software products. Our OEM Hardware Solutions are thoroughly tested to exceed the customers' expectation in quality and reliability. These value-added services are extremely important especially to ISV customers who are on the verge of expanding their market share by offering their software on a custom appliance."
"We are extremely pleased to have attained Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program. This allows us to clearly promote our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers," said Rick Darter, President and CEO of Rave Computer. "The benefits provided through our Gold Certified status will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings that we provide for customers."
"Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their business demands and technology capabilities. They need to trust in someone that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic technology plans. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners, which have certified expertise and direct training and support from Microsoft, can build a positive customer experience with our technologies," said Allison Watson, Vice President of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. "Today, Microsoft recognizes Rave Computer as a new Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for demonstrating its expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology."
As one of the requirements for attaining Gold Certified Status, Rave Computer had to declare 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.
The OEM Hardware Solutions Competency is intended for partners that build and deliver desktop or server hardware systems, and those that design and manufacture hardware devices used as computer parts, peripherals or accessories. Partners that attain the OEM Hardware Solutions Competency are recognized for their expertise in delivering high-quality hardware solutions and are provided with information and tools needed to expand their market opportunities and maintain a competitive advantage in the industry. Specializations within the competency include System Building and Device Manufacturing.
"Partners that acquire the OEM Hardware Solutions Competency have demonstrated expertise and have a track record of building high-quality hardware solutions that are designed and configured with Microsoft technologies according to customer needs and supported to ensure customer satisfaction," said Kurt Kolb, Vice President of Worldwide System Builder Channel and License Compliance at Microsoft. "These partners are able to closely engage with Microsoft and have access to specialized resources to help them meet and even surpass customer expectations."
The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft's ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact that partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners' businesses be successful.
About Rave Computer Association, Inc.
Rave Computer Association, Inc., a privately held company based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, provides custom-off-shelf (COTS) computer solutions in a variety of platforms, including ruggedized AMD-, Intel(R)-, and SPARC(R)-based computer systems that utilizes Microsoft(R), Sun(R), and Red Hat software suites. Rave Computer also provides storage, backup, and turnkey solutions that meet customers' diverse requirements. Rave's unique services enable customers to enjoy tailored levels of customization and support that match their needs. Visit http://www.rave.com for more information, or call (800) 966-7283.
Source: prnewswire
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