8x8 Partners with Master Agent AVANT to Offer Cloud UC & Contact Center Solutions Through Worldwide Network of Solution Provi...
November 04 2014 - 7:15AM
Business Wire
8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ:EGHT), a provider of cloud-based unified
communications, contact center and collaboration solutions, today
announced it has partnered with AVANT, a premier distributor of
next generation technologies, to offer its secure and reliable
cloud communications services to business customers worldwide
through AVANT’s network of solution providers.
Recently honored with a 2014 Cloudys Cloud Channel Innovation
Award by Channel Partners Magazine, AVANT collaborates with
businesses and providers to formulate and deploy strategic
technology solutions ranging from hosted VoIP to Unified
Communications as a Service (UCaaS) to cloud storage and
backup.
“As trusted advisors to thousands of businesses worldwide, AVANT
and its partners are playing a key role in helping customers
understand and experience the benefits of outsourcing their
communications to the cloud,” said 8x8 Vice President of Strategic
Channel Development Chris Peters. “We are looking forward to
working closely with AVANT to add our expertise, resources and
industry-leading suite of cloud communications services to AVANT’s
technology portfolio.”
“8x8 is a recognized and respected leader in the cloud
communications industry with extensive experience delivering
innovative, high quality solutions backed by outstanding customer
support,” said AVANT CEO Ian Kieninger. “We believe 8x8’s combined
suite of cloud telephony, UC and contact center services will
resonate well with our customer base and we are excited to join
forces with 8x8 in our ongoing efforts to transition more and more
businesses to cloud-based technologies.”
8x8's cloud-based software platform provides a comprehensive,
secure and easy-to-use suite of unified communications and
collaboration services. In addition to replacing traditional
on-premises systems with more cost effective, flexible
alternatives, 8x8 solutions address critical challenges faced by
many businesses today such as managing globally distributed
workforces and mobile devices, maintaining business continuity, and
integrating with core enterprise applications and IT systems.
About 8x8:
8x8, Inc. (NASDAQ:EGHT) is the trusted provider of secure
and reliable cloud-based unified communications and virtual contact
center solutions to more than 40,000 small, midsize and distributed
enterprise organizations operating in over 40 countries across six
continents. 8x8's out-of-the-box cloud solutions replace
traditional on-premise PBX hardware and software-based systems with
a flexible and scalable Software as a Service (SaaS) alternative,
encompassing cloud business phone service, contact center
solutions, and web conferencing. For additional information,
visit www.8x8.com, or www.8x8.com/UK or connect with
8x8
on Google+, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
About AVANT:
AVANT is a progressive agency focused on revolutionizing
telecommunication procurement through the IT and VAR channels.
AVANT’s partnerships focus on next generation services and cutting
edge providers that empower their customers and partners to
influence technology within their industry. AVANT becomes an
extension of your team providing the consistency and talent to make
your company grow.
As the nation’s premiere distributor of next generation
technologies, AVANT has the resources and relationships needed to
successfully navigate the ever-changing world of communications and
IT infrastructure. From complex cloud design to global wide-area
network deployments, we empower our partners with the valuable
business tools they need, including back-office support,
engineering guidance, strategic consulting and ongoing training.
AVANT is dedicated to aiding our partners and clients in making
informed choices about services, technology, and cost-efficient
communications. Our goal is to set the industry standard for
knowledge and navigation of the global technology marketplace. For
more information visit http://AVANTcommunications.net.
8x8, Inc.Tim Polakowski, 408-883-8434tim.polakowski@8x8.com
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