Accel Networks and Sierra Wireless collaborate on business continuity and point-of-sale solutions

Companies announce joint marketing agreement to deliver secure, reliable cellular connectivity to critical business applications

ST. PETERSBURG, FL AND VANCOUVER, Nov. 10 /PRNewswire/ - Accel Networks, a leading provider of managed fixed wireless broadband services in North America, and Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW), a leading provider of products and solutions for mobile computing and wireless machine-to-machine (M2M) communications, today announced a joint marketing agreement to promote secure, reliable cellular solutions for customers deploying retail transaction and networking applications. This agreement formalizes a relationship that has already enabled Accel to deploy PCI-compliant cellular fixed wireless solutions for primary and back-up connectivity. Accel Networks, utilizing Sierra Wireless AirLink™ intelligent gateways and routers, has provided reliable and secure solutions for several major national retail customers and food service chains. 

By standardizing on the Sierra Wireless AirLink line of devices, Accel Networks confidently deploys business critical solutions for its customers. The combination of Accel's proprietary antenna technology and monitoring platforms with Sierra Wireless's best-in-class intelligent wireless gateways and routers makes cellular fixed wireless an effective enterprise-wide solution for mission-critical applications and enables enterprise customers to expand into areas where wired broadband connections are not available or not practical. Powered by ALEOS™ embedded intelligence and managed by AirLink management software, AirLink devices provide a persistent, secure data connection and can be easily configured and controlled from any location with an internet connection.  

"We are extremely pleased to have been selected by Accel Networks as the preferred connectivity device for its managed network solution," said Justin Schmid, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Solutions and Services for Sierra Wireless. "This relationship facilitates a turn-key solution for wireless payment and business continuity applications, which is vital for the growth of the M2M business."

According to Elaine Healy, President and Chief Operating Officer of Accel Networks, "The reliability and ease of integration offered by the Sierra Wireless devices made AirLink an easy choice for our standard connectivity platform. Formalizing and announcing our JMA with Sierra Wireless at the Customer Engagement Technology World (CETW) show is particularly timely since there is no better connectivity solution for kiosks and digital signage than Accel's fixed cellular solution."

Sierra Wireless provides a broad portfolio of high performance mobile computing and M2M solutions, including mobile broadband modems, embedded wireless modules, intelligent gateways and routers, as well as extensive software platforms that enable its customers and partners to deploy powerful solutions. By leveraging the AirLink line of intelligent gateways and routers from Sierra Wireless, Accel Networks is able to provide its customers a consistent and robust fixed cellular broadband experience across all sites, facilitating asset tracking as well as real-time traffic utilization and management, leveraging a private PCI-compliant gateway. In addition, Accel offers a Service Level Agreement (SLA) to its customers, providing peace of mind for those concerned about continuity of mission-critical business functions. 

Accel's approach to connectivity is unique with its primary focus on the "last mile." Accel's innovative family of proprietary antennas and monitoring platforms was developed with the deep understanding that RF is dynamic and local. With this combined solution, customers no longer have to choose between the quality of a wireline service and the flexibility of wireless. Furthermore, the AccelView™ portal provides customers access to real-time information about the quality of each link in addition to data utilization and asset tracking. 

Accel Networks and Sierra Wireless will be co-exhibiting at Customer Engagement Technology World in New York City from Nov 10 - 11. Visit us in booths # 237 and 336.

About Accel Networks
Accel is the leading provider of managed fixed wireless broadband services in North America. Drawing on its experience in fixed wireless networking, Accel fused proprietary technology and intellectual property with the 3G GSM and CDMA networks and created the first PCI compliant broadband fixed wireless enterprise network. Accel brings together the availability, reliability, network management and security of terrestrial frame relay with the data throughput and price point of DSL, without the long lead times, complex installations, and high fallout rates of terrestrial broadband. For more information about Accel Networks, visit www.accel-networks.com.

About Sierra Wireless
Sierra Wireless (NASDAQ: SWIR - TSX: SW) offers industry-leading mobile computing and machine-to-machine (M2M) communications products and solutions that connect people, devices, and applications over cellular networks. Wireless service providers, equipment manufacturers, enterprises and government organizations around the world depend on us for reliable wireless technology. We offer 2G, 3G and 4G wireless modems, routers and gateways as well as a comprehensive suite of software, tools, and services that ensure our customers can successfully bring wireless applications to market. For more information about Sierra Wireless, visit www.sierrawireless.com. 

"AirCard" is a registered trademark of Sierra Wireless. "AirPrime" and "AirLink" are trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other product or service names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

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SOURCE Sierra Wireless, Inc.