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Sirit Earns Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
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TORONTO, May 2 /CNW/ - Sirit Inc (TSX: SI), a leading provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) reader technology, today announced it has earned certified status in Microsoft's Partner Program, which recognizes Sirit's expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified Partner, Sirit Inc. has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, which give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Sirit delivers innovative solutions for the tolling industry. Through years of experience, Sirit has developed and deploys modular, open-protocol Microsoft(R)-based electronic tolling systems that are scalable, auditable and flexible. Sirit solutions can be designed, implemented and accepted in less time and for less money than traditional, proprietary systems that have been previously installed in the industry. This equates to on time and on budget delivery. "Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service, proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Certified Partner," said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. "Today, Microsoft recognizes Sirit Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology." In addition to earning certified status, Sirit has declared a Microsoft Competency. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner's capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry. The Microsoft ISV/Software Solutions Competency recognizes the skill and focus partners bring to a particular solution set. Microsoft Certified Partners that have obtained this competency have a record of developing and marketing packed software based on Microsoft technologies. "We are extremely pleased to have earned certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program. The certified status allows us to clearly promote our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers," said John Freund, vice president of Sales at Sirit Inc. "The benefits provided through our certified membership will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings that we provide for customers." The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft's ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The Microsoft Partner Program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners' businesses be successful. To find out more about Sirit's advanced Automatic Vehicle Identification systems, visit the Sirit booth No. 327 at the ITS 15th Annual Meeting and Exposition May 2 - 4, 2005 in Phoenix, Arizona.
About Sirit Inc. Founded in 1993, Sirit Inc. (TSX: SI) is a leading provider of Radio Frequency Identification ("RFID") solutions to customers worldwide. The company designs, manufactures, integrates and sells RFID solutions with an emphasis in several vertical markets including Supply Chain Management, Product Authentication, Asset Tracking, Security and Access Control and Automatic Vehicle Identification. Building upon years of success deploying traditional RFID products, Sirit continues to capitalize on the growing demand for next generation RFID solutions. For more information on Sirit visit www.sirit.com or call 1-800-498-8760.
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