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Happy Holidays from the Office of the President
This year was particularly meaningful for SunTel Services as we celebrated our 30th
Anniversary. Technology has changed drastically over the last thirty years and we have been able to enhance our offerings to meet our customers' needs. One thing that hasn't changed is our commitment to bringing you the best options and solutions available by forging partnerships with key innovators in the technology space.
Another constant, unfortunately, is the continued onslaught of malicious hackers working to compromise your networks. Internet and network security breaches make news headlines almost daily making our layer security products a necessity for all of our customers. It is more critical than ever that we offer solutions that stay ahead of the advanced persistent threats targeting businesses.
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To that end, we continue to expand partnerships in the critical areas of next generation firewalls, SSL visibility, DNS Security, Advance Threat Protection and other offerings that keep your network safe from the increasing threat of cyber-crime. That, coupled with outstanding platforms that include IP Telephony, Advance Network Services, Building Security, BYOD mobility and more, gives SunTel a plethora of solution sets to better serve all our customer needs.
We would like to thank you for your support and trust in SunTel Services and we look forward to continuing to provide you with the best service and solutions for your business in 2017 and beyond.
Happy New Year!
Gary S. Jackson Donald E. Jackson
President Executive Vice President
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unTel will continue to host numerous events with our technology partners in 2017. We do this as an ongoing commitment to educate our customers on the latest news, products and services surrounding the technology that
impacts your business - wireless products, IP telephony, cloud services, data security,
access control and more.
Our first event of 2017 will be with Infoblox on January 25th.
Please watch our website for event
- Infoblox (January 25)
- Check Point (April 3)
- Traverse City Tech Day (May 10)
- Avaya (tentative Q2)
- Mitel (tentative Q2)
- Pulse Secure (tentative Q2)
- Fortinet
- Juniper
- Cisco
- And more . . .
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Our annual event is hosted at SunTel HQ in Troy every October. The goal is to share information, educate our customers and prospects and demonstrate products and services from our top partners in the technology sector; Avaya, Mitel, Check Point, Pulse Secure, Cisco, Infoblox, Citrix, Blue Coat, Juniper, Fortinet and illusive Networks. The day unfolds with 15 different breakout sessions hosted by a specialist from that specific manufacturer. Throughout the day, attendees walk through the Vendor Fair, get an up close look at our partners and have an opportunity to discuss challenges they are facing or view demos that may enhance their business.
Customers and prospects registered in record numbers this year. Over 250 guests came throughout the day. Many stayed for the entire event which culminated in a reception to celebrate 30 years of SunTel success. The reception was held in the warehouse area which was converted for the party and included fabulous food as well as a popular bourbon tasting bar.
Next year's event is slated for Oct. 19, 2017.
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Infoblox Star Wars Movie Event 12/16/16
The SunTel and Infoblox partnership is another strategic effort in the battle against data breaches. Infoblox products allow organizations to protect their networks against the flood of malware and cyber attacks that occur daily. They are an industry leader in DNS, DHCP and IP address management. Control and security is a primary focus for Infoblox.
At our recent joint event, SunTel and Infoblox treated 70 customers to a private screening of the new Star Wars film "Rogue One".
After a short introduction of the ongoing partnership with Infoblox, a DNS security partner, and the executive teams, attendees settled in with their popcorn to enjoy the movie.
Watch for more exciting events in 2017 at www.suntel.com/events.
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SunTel and Avaya have partnered for most of SunTel's 30 years.
Avaya recently made changes to its Partner Programs. The Avaya Edge Partner Program has replaced the Avaya Connect Partner Program. Levels are now classified as Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald.
SunTel is pleased to announce we have been awarded top level Diamond status based on Avaya requirements just as we achieved Platinum in the prior program. This allows SunTel to be competitive in the marketplace selling Avaya solutions while providing exceptional customer service.
The Avaya program drives mutual profitability and helps ensure partners possess the expertise required to provide the transformative solutions customers need in the digital marketplace. The Edge Program rewards partners who stay on the cutting "edge" of technology to meet their customers needs. As a Diamond level partner, SunTel is able to achieve greater discounts, demonstrate Avaya solutions in our state-of-the-art presentation center and educate and certify our engineers on the latest Avaya releases with the Avaya demo equipment in our lab.
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SunTel's Annual Employee Donation
Every year, SunTel Services collects money from employees who want to participate in "Casual Jeans Friday" in our Troy office. This year, our charity of choice was voted upon and the funds will be donated to a local family in need this holiday season. The head of household suffered a major health crisis and this donation will help their family tremendously. SunTel also matches up to 50% of the collected funds. The family was invited to a luncheon at SunTel and presented with a gift of $2,200. Our employees always look forward to making a difference in the community.
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The Grand Ball / Game on Cancer
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Henry Ford Health System hosted the Grand Ball on December 10th in Detroit.
SunTel Services partnered with Comcast to make a significant contribution to HFHS' Game on Cancer initiative. Game on Cancer is an ongoing partnership between the Detroit Lions and Henry Ford Health System (both SunTel customers).
SunTel Services has partnered with HFHS over the last five years in support of the Grand Ball. Our sponsorship of The Grand Ball and the Game On Cancer initiative represent our ongoing commitment to HFHS to raise money in the fight against cancer.
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In 2017 SunTel will continue to assist our customers with the selection and implementation of their Carrier Services. The demand for increased bandwidth and SIP Services provides technical and cost challenges for companies. Future E911 legislation may also require some businesses to take a look for the first time at their services.
Let SunTel help! Our Carrier Services Consultant will provide a cost analysis of multiple options with multiple carriers. Often times this results in a major cost savings for your company.
Contact Marnie Cody at 248.654.3633 or marniecody@suntel.com to get started saving $$ in 2017.
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