Press Release
02-11-08 - D&E COMMUNICATIONS ATTAINS GOLD CERTIFIED PARTNER STATUS IN MICROSOFT PARTNER PROGRAM
D&E COMMUNICATIONS, INC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Feb 11, 2008 | CONTACT PERSON: |
Ephrata, PA -- D&E Communications, Inc (Nasdaq: DECC) announced today it has attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program with a Microsoft Competency in Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, recognizing D&E Communications' expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Gold Certified Partner, D&E Communications has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers' needs. Additionally, Microsoft Gold Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access to training and support, which provide a competitive advantage.
"We are extremely pleased to have attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program. This allows D&E Communications to clearly promote our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers," said David Moore, Vice President of Business Development and Marketing. "The benefits provided through our Gold Certified Partner 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," said Allison Watson, corporate vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. "They need to trust in a company that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic technology plans."
The Advanced Infrastructure Solutions Competency is designed for partners with proven expertise in designing and/or implementing complex infrastructure solutions such as Active Directory and Microsoft Host Integration Server-based design and deployment solutions, and Microsoft Exchange Server migration or deployment solutions. Because customers are increasingly asking to do more with less, partners with the Advanced Infrastructure Solutions Competency can identify their unique skill in helping customers access management solutions, improve operational efficiency and reduce security risks. The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in October 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.
D&E has a long-standing history of providing innovative solutions based on advanced technology and outstanding service to the community and beyond. D&E's Business Solutions include Dedicated Internet Access, Dedicated Point-to-Point Services, IP & Data Services, IT Solutions, Hosting / Co-Location Services, and Voice Services. D&E works closely with clients to understand their unique needs and business challenges in order to build the best technology solution for their business.
About D&E Communications
D&E is an integrated communications provider offering high-speed data, Internet access, local and long distance telephone, data, professional IT services, network monitoring, security solutions and video services. Based in Lancaster County, D&E has been serving communities in central Pennsylvania for more than 100 years. For more information, visit www.decommunications.com, or call 1-877-4DE-TODAY to sign up for service.