Ingram Micro Europe has gained certification as a Cisco Advanced Technology Distributor for Cisco Unified Computing System (ATD-UCS) in the EMEAR region, aiming to build its data centre business with Cisco.
With this new certification, Ingram Micro is now authorized to submit UCS B exception deal requests on behalf of non-certified two-tier partners as well as deploy and implement on-site installation services for these deals. It also means exception requests coming from Cisco Advanced Technology Partners can now be processed faster.
“Ingram Micro is very pleased to be recognized as an Advanced Technology Distributor (ATD) by Cisco as it means we are now able to offer broader support and greater opportunities to the channel. It’s another example of how through in-depth knowledge and technical capabilities we are bringing tremendous added value to our partners." said Mark Chlebek, Senior Director, Advanced Solutions EMEA, Ingram Micro. "Ingram Micro is committed to growing its competences in the data center space as we look for new ways to support service providers successfully develop their business."
Since earning the Build-To-Order certification, Ingram Micro says it has been able to help channels to cost-effectively increase the speed of delivery to end users and the ATD-UCS certification takes this one step further.
Philip Wright, Senior Director, EMEAR Distribution, Cisco added “ATD enables our distributors to differentiate, add competitive advantage and provide a more bespoke service to our Partners and their customers.”
Ingram Micro’s flyHigher program complements the ATD award by giving partners a structured path to acquiring the necessary skills for data centre opportunities.