Ingram Micro Named First Distributor For Microsoft Great Plains

Ingram Micro Offers VARs New Software Solutions For U.S. Small- To Mid-Sized Businesses -- Chosen As First Distributor Of Microsoft Great Plains Small Business Manager 6.2

SANTA ANA, Calif., July 1, 2002 -- Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the largest global wholesale provider of technology products and supply chain management services, today announced it will be the first distributor of Microsoft Great Plains Small Business Manager 6.2 to the U.S. information technology (IT) channel. This agreement offers solution providers a complete financial software suite for small- to mid-sized businesses (SMB) and marks the first time Microsoft has offered its Great Plains Small Business Manager 6.2 software through a distributor to the IT channel.

After evaluating the capabilities of several distributors, Microsoft selected Ingram Micro based on the company's established track record servicing value added resellers (VARs) and proven experience distributing Microsoft products. Microsoft also recognized the power of Ingram Micro's established VAR communities such as Ingram Micro VentureTech Network (VTN) and Ingram Micro SMB Alliance to deliver high-quality service to SMBs and financial vertical markets.

"By teaming with Ingram Micro and selling Small Business Manager 6.2 through the IT channel, Microsoft can better serve customers in the SMB marketplace," said Dave Waldrop, channel sales manager for the Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions Division. "With the strength of Ingram Micro's flexible business resources, supply chain efficiencies and unparalleled VAR communities, we can meet our aggressive sales goals while streamlining operations and minimizing costs."

As part of its line-up of value-added services and solutions, Ingram Micro will offer training, technical support, lead-generation programs and financing options tailored to VARs. Ingram Micro also will deliver flexible financing and product fulfillment options to Microsoft Consulting partners.

"Ingram Micro and Microsoft Great Plains Business Solutions will bring new and profitable sales opportunities to our VTN and SMB Alliance members," said Bob Stegner, vice president, channel and U.S. marketing, Ingram Micro. "We're thrilled to be chosen by Microsoft for this offer and appreciate the ability to continue giving VARs the software solutions and services they need to quench the demands of today's SMBs and increase relationships with accountants and financial advisors."

About Small Business Manager 6.2
Microsoft Great Plains Small Business Manager 6.2 is an affordable integrated software application that enables businesses to perform tasks more efficiently, easily access information and improve business performance. Designed for companies that are outgrowing basic accounting software, Small Business Manager 6.2 offers all-in-one financial, banking, payroll, sales and purchasing capabilities, as well as tools that make reporting and analysis quick and easy.

About Ingram Micro Inc.
Ingram Micro Inc. is the largest global wholesale provider of technology products and supply chain management services. The company operates in 37 countries with sales of more than $25 billion for the fiscal year 2001. Ingram Micro's global regions provide the distribution of technology products and services, marketing development and supply chain management services to nearly 170,000 technology solution providers and 1,700 manufacturers. The company is focused on maximizing shareowner value and achieving customer satisfaction through innovation in the information technology supply chain. Visit www.ingrammicro.com/corp.