Customers' expanding data requirements and their need to manage an increasingly complex information environment makes their network storage strategy an important consideration -- whether they are SMBs or larger-sized organizations. If you're a VAR or integrator looking to expand your solutions business, this makes storage a strategic opportunity for you.

"A high percentage of a VAR's solutions provide an opportunity to open a conversation about storage," says Jason Reiher, category manager for systems and storage at Ingram Micro. "The right network storage solution will often add to the customer's efficiency and improve return on investment."

Storage at Ingram Micro
Ingram Micro provides everything partners need to develop a successful storage practice:

• Solutions training on storage sales, implementation and support
• Technical support for multimanufacturer storage solutions
• Solutions assistance from Ingram Micro's technology solutions engineers (TSEs)
• Implementation services to free your staff for strategic work.
• Services delivery via the Ingram Micro Services Network (IMSN)
• Infrastructure Technology Solutions (ITS) division to assist with midrange solutions

With so many resources, Ingram Micro is the ideal storage solutions partner. "By leveraging our manufacturers, training, technical support and services," Reiher says, "you'll be prepared to say 'yes' to profitable storage opportunities."

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For More Information
For information on Ingram Micro storage events and training, visit www.ingrammicro.com/storage or contact Michelle Umstadter at (714) 382-1058. For sales or product information, please call the Ingram Micro Storage Help Desk at (800) 456-8000, ext. 76360.