15 May 2006
LOGICALIS CERTIFIED AS VMware AUTHORIZED CONSULTING PARTNER
Delivers advanced virtualization design and infrastructure planning services for Intel server solutions
Logicalis has been certified as a VMware Authorized Consulting (VAC) Partner. The new service level offered in partnership with VMware, the global leader in virtual infrastructure software for industry-standard systems, allows Logicalis to offer VMware-certified consulting services in addition to the VMware products it already supplies as a member of its Virtual Partner (VIP) Reseller Network.
This specialisation further enhances Logicalis' end-to-end ICT solutions offering and highlights the value it delivers to its clients by providing advanced virtualization design and infrastructure planning services for Intel server solutions.
Virtualization is a technique by which computing resources can be abstracted and dynamically moved with technologies such as VMware VMotion and allocated amongst multiple operating system environments, allowing one hardware platform to function as multiple "virtual" platforms. Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT) provides silicon-level support for CPU virtualization, enabling additional platform functionality and security.
"The demand for virtualization on Intel servers is growing rapidly and Logicalis' partnership with VMware allows us to leverage the best virtualization products with industry-leading consulting services for Intel and VMware solutions," says Steve Ellis, Managing Director, Logicalis Computing Solutions Ltd. "Logicalis is thrilled to achieve this level of partnership and certification with VMware."
VAC Partners are required to rigorously train and certify their consultants and systems engineering staff to ensure the highest levels of services and customer satisfaction. As part of the VAC Partnership, Logicalis consultants can provide the following benefits to clients:
- Access to the same high quality services methodologies and best practices employed by VMware
- The ability to deliver pre-packaged consulting engagements, such as: VMware Virtual Center Jumpstart; VMware ESX Server JumpStart; VMware Physical to Virtual (P2V) Migrations
- The ability to deliver VMware Capacity Planner reports
- Access to online educational and technical resources and forums at VMware Channel Connect
"Our goal is to provide the resources to help customers build and maintain a virtual infrastructure that maximizes efficiency - simplifying IT for organisations whose priority is to increase agility whilst controlling costs," emphasises Ellis.
"VMware products have been an important component of Logicalis' enterprise solutions," says Julie Gregory, UK Marketing Manager at VMware. "The enhanced combination of VMware virtual infrastructure with Logicalis service skills provides tremendous flexibility and value to customers seeking an effective and efficient virtual infrastructure. We're delighted to have such a fast growing and visionary company as Logicalis on board as a VMware Authorized Consulting Partner."
About VMware
VMware, an EMC company (NYSE: EMC), is the global leader in virtual infrastructure software for industry-standard systems. The world's largest companies use VMware solutions to simplify their IT, fully leverage their existing computing investments and respond faster to changing business demands. VMware is based in Palo Alto, California. For more information, visit www.vmware.com
About Logicalis
Logicalis is an international provider of integrated ICT solutions, delivering secure, converged computing and communications infrastructure and services.
We can provide the architecture, deployment, integration and management of networks and systems to deliver leading edge solutions that create value for our customers and meet their business needs now and into the future.
Logicalis is a trusted provider of multi-vendor solutions and services operating in the most complex and challenging business environments. Our relationships with the industry's leading technology suppliers, combined with our business understanding enable you to invest with confidence.
The Logicalis Group is a division of Datatec Limited, a $3 billion publicly listed business. With international headquarters in the UK, the Group has operations in the US, UK, Germany, and South America.
Logicalis in the UK has achieved independent triple certification for its integrated management system, information security and IT service management offerings: ISO 9001/2000; ISO 27001 and ISO 20000 respectively.
For further information contact
Sophie Davis
daviss@fleishmaneurope.com