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Avnet Technology Solutions opens THE [resource] an enhanced meeting and proof of concept centre in Bracknell for Business Partners use

Avnet Technology Solutions UK, a part of Avnet Inc, the world's leading technology distributor dedicated to servicing the channel has opened its newly updated meeting, testing, proof of concept, education and training facility THE [resource] in Bracknell, Berkshire.  The bright, modern interior now has unparalleled levels of technology available for business partners to present hardware, software and networking solutions to their customers.   

THE [resource] has been designed as a showcase for the very latest technology from Avnet's vendor partners.  Demonstration facilities are available for solutions including network and security, software for business applications, virtualisation, document management and storage solutions, wireless and mobility, software solutions for mobile devices and device management.  Avnet technical consultants will be available to work with business partners to test, prove and play with the technology so that customers can fully understand and appreciate that proposed solutions are right for their environment. 

The centre is now open for business partners to reserve accommodation ranging from six dedicated meeting rooms to a 90 seat auditorium for meetings, product launches, briefings, seminars and training.  

THE [resource] also includes a fully equipped Data Centre Room including hardware and software suitable for use in data centres and server rooms.  Technology on show includes servers, storage, virtualisation, storage networking, networking, virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and a host of software applications.  In addition the Solutions Centre Room contains office and remote working technology such as document management, display and printing solutions, wireless and mobility and wireless networking solutions. 

Both rooms will enable business partners to provide local and remote demonstrations, proof of concept testing, performance benchmarking, competitive analysis, problem determination, training, application migration, application porting and application versioning. 

For Sun business partners THE [resource] represents the only UK based accredited Solutions Centre, outside of Sun's own centre in Linlithgow, Scotland.  For IBM business partners Avnet is the first Authorised Independent Training Provider (AITP) in the UK.  In the new modern facilities experienced consultants will provide training for IBM Power System (System i and System p), Modular System (System x) and System Storage. 

Matthew Gower, vice president of sales, UK and Nordic at Avnet Technology Solutions said, "The recent refurbishment of THE [resource] reflects the changing need for business partners to provide solutions and through working in partnership with Avnet they are able to provide the right environment to identify and close profitable business opportunities.  Avnet is perfectly positioned to provide demonstrations across both hardware and software for any number of business solutions, we are confident the new centre will be well used."

For further information on how to become an Avnet business partner or for existing business partners to book THE [resource] further information is available on www.avnet.com/ts/uk.

About Avnet Technology Solutions

Avnet Technology Solutions is an operating group of Phoenix-based Avnet, Inc.  As a global technology sales and marketing organization, Avnet Technology Solutions has sales divisions focused on specific customer segments and a select line card strategy enabling an exceptional level of attention to the needs of its customers and suppliers.  For fiscal year 2008, the group served customers in more than 30 countries and generated US$7.6 billion in annual revenue.  The group's Web site is www.ats.avnet.com. Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT), a Fortune 500 company, is one of the largest distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded technology in the world.  Avnet accelerates its partners' success by connecting the world's leading technology suppliers with a broad base of more than 100,000 customers and providing cost-effective, value-added services and solutions.  For the fiscal year ended June 28, 2008, Avnet generated revenue of $17.95 billion. For more information visit www.avnet.com

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