9^th February 2006

Cemoc Attains Microsoft Gold Partner Status

Cemoc Further Distinguishes itself by Earning Microsoft Competencies
in Network Infrastructure Solutions and Advanced Infrastructure Solutions

Computer and ICT consultancy, CEMOC LIMITED of Wootton Bridge, Isle of Wight, today announced it has attained Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program with competencies in Network Infrastructure and Advanced Infrastructure Solutions, recognising Cemoc’s expertise and total impact in the technology marketplace.  As a Gold Certified partner, Cemoc has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers’ needs.  Microsoft Gold Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, giving them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

 Founded in 1982, Cemoc is an independent ICT specialist headquartered on the Isle of Wight providing support, application development and professional consultancy services to local, regional and international customers.  As a Microsoft Small Business Specialist, Cemoc is experiencing strong business growth from cost effective, fixed-price, and all-inclusive packages addressing the particular needs of this market.  Even the smallest of organisations can now benefit from complete ICT business solutions that meet their exact business requirements, confident in Cemoc’s control of the technical issues, and also assured of continuing efficiency  through Cemoc’s acclaimed Total System Support service.

 “We are extremely pleased to have attained Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program” said Cemoc Managing Director, Dick Doran.  “Cemoc is the first company from the Isle of Wight to achieve this highest status in the Microsoft Partner Program, which is testimony to the professionalism of our staff and the innovation of our customers in their use of Microsoft software.  The thriving Island economy can now benefit locally from the highest standards of advice and efficiency in the design, implementation and operation of business systems, network infrastructure and bespoke software.” 

“Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their business demands and technology capabilities.  They need to trust in someone that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic technology plans. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners, which have certified expertise and direct training and support from Microsoft, can build a positive customer experience with our technologies,” said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp.  “Today, Microsoft recognizes Cemoc as a new Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for demonstrating its expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”

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Note for editors:

The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 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.

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