Bangkok--May 6--PC & Associates Consulting
Expecting continuous growth in the Thai market, IBM has bolstered its technology leadership by teaming up with DTAC, Cisco, Intel and over 30 local business partners and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to organize an annual seminar and exhibition. Cutting-edge technologies and a wide range of solutions for businesses of any size will be showcased at the IBM SUMMIT 2005 under the theme of “On Demand Business.” The event will take place on May 12 — 13, 2005 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
The main objective of the IBM SUMMIT 2005 is to demonstrate right combinations of technologies and solutions from IBM and its strong network of partners that respond to specific business needs. Such solutions can be customized based on business insights and competition and they can be aligned with changing circumstances.
"IBM SUMMIT 2005 is one of the biggest technology events. Our world-class technologies and solutions will be showcased along with best-of-breed offerings from DTAC, Cisco, Intel and more than 30 ISV partners. We are encouraging our customers to apply 'on demand business' strategy, which will enable them to better cope with ever-changing business needs. IBM will deliver, with its business partners, the best infrastructure solutions in the market that will enable customers to realize the benefits of becoming on demand businesses. The focus will be on four infrastructure on demand initiatives; Information Insights, Business Flexibility, IT Optimization, Business Resilience and Security” said Mr. Kittipong Asawapichayont, Country Manager, Software Group, IBM Thailand Co., Ltd.
"IBM has long been a trusted partner for large enterprises owing to its strong technology expertise, business insights and extensive experience in optimizing vertical business solutions and aligning technology investments to business goals," said Ms. Jadesada Kraisingkorn, Country Manager, General Business, IBM Thailand Co., Ltd. "And today we emphasize our focus on addressing the challenges of small and mid-size companies as they play a key role in driving the economic growth both locally and internationally. With our strong profile and proven track records, we are logically a right partner for SMBs. We, along with our business partners, offer a wide range of solutions for various functions such as revenue generating process, investment control and management, corporate governance and information leverage. These solutions will enable SMBs to effectively and significantly increase productivity, improve profitability, and thus become more successful."
DTAC’s Chief Customer Officer Sunti Medhavikul says DTAC will, during the event, demonstrate value-for-money business solutions that can truly enhance business efficiency for small and medium-sized businesses. DTAC develops mobile solutions based on the ‘4S’ concept — simple, save, speed and sure - to ensure that all solutions are easy to use, economical, speedy and reliable. DTAC currently has over 70,000 SMEs customers. DTAC is certain that its mobile solutions, jointly developed by IBM, will effectively answer general and specific needs of corporate and SMEs customers.
“As the world leader in secure networking, Cisco will demonstrate advanced networking products with integrated security capabilities. Such products will enable businesses to strengthen their security and proactively fight against various kinds of threats. We believe that visitors will obtain useful information for proper IT decision-making, especially SMBs that are looking for simple technology optimized for their business requirements,” said Mr. Asawin Kangvolkij, Managing Director of Cisco Thailand.
The IBM Summit 2005 will take place on May 12-13, 2005 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. On May 12, IBM will demonstrate its technology offerings for small to large enterprises, and will present interesting topics like “Transforming the Way People Do Business” and “Gain More Control Over the Information You Have”. On May 13, more than 30 business solutions from IBM’s partners will be showcased at IBM SME Solution Fair 2005. Visitors will get to know technology trends and updates, enabling them to make a right decision on technology investments.
Companies and interesting persons can register via email at [email protected] or fax at 0 2273 0188. Registered visitors will be entitled to win IBM ThinkPad notebook, MP3 player and other prizes.
About IBM
IBM is the world’s largest information technology company, with 80 years of leadership in helping businesses innovate. Drawing on resources from across IBM and key IBM Business Partners, IBM offers a wide range of services, solutions and technologies that enable customers, large and small, to take full advantage of the new era of On Demand Business.
About DTAC
Total Access Communication PLC (DTAC) was founded in August 1989 to provide wireless telecommunication services under a concession granted by CAT Telecom Public Company Limited. As of 31 March 2005, DTAC has 8,106, 622 subscribers. The company always strives to deliver value-for-money, innovative and fair services to its customers. For more information, please visit www.dtac.co.th
About Cisco Systems
Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, celebrates 20 years of commitment to technology innovation, industry leadership, and corporate social responsibility. Information about Cisco can be found at www.cisco.com. For ongoing news, please go to newsroom.cisco.com. Asia Pacific news and information are available at www.cisco.com/asiapac/news.
For more information, please contact:
On-uma Vattanasuk
IBM Thailand Company Limited
Tel: 02-273-4117
Fax: 02-273-0182
Email: [email protected]
Yada Tansakul
PC & Associates Consulting Co., Ltd.
Tel: 02-971-3711
Fax: 02-521-9030
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