Strategic Products and Services Ranked Among North America's Top 500 Technology Integrators by Everything Channel

PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Strategic Products and Services (SPS), a global systems integrator, has been recognized by Everything Channel as one of North America's top technology integrators. Named to the prestigious VAR500, SPS ranked 260 on the list. SPS has placed in the top 300 of the VAR500 list for four consecutive years.

SPS is a systems integrator specializing in the design, installation and support of converged communication solutions, contact centers, unified communications, network infrastructure and mobility solutions. With a 24x7 Network Operations Center, SPS offers a complete portfolio of TotalCare Services, including iCON remote management, to design, implement, manage and support client networks and communication applications.

The 16th annual VAR500 list details the leading providers among technology integrators and technology solution reseller organizations in North America. The ranking is based on gross worldwide revenue of hardware and software sales, plus earnings from professional and managed IT services. This year's list reflects the strength of the technology reseller channel and includes 182 new companies. Four percent of the new entrants rank in the top 100.  SPS' rating improved by 33 positions over the 2009 list.

"Today's businesses need to position technology to drive greater efficiency and effectiveness. Our job as a system integrator is to understand the competitive challenges and provide comprehensive solutions," said John Poole, SPS president and CEO. "We are proud to be recognized on the VAR500 for the fourth consecutive year. Our improved ranking over 2009 proves our commitment to addressing client needs, strategic growth and partnerships. The SPS team designs, delivers and supports quality solutions and we are proud of this recognition."

With numerous certifications and partnerships that include Avaya, Microsoft, HP, Extreme Networks, Juniper Networks and Cisco, SPS offers comprehensive voice, data and integrated solutions to customers of all sizes.

The complete VAR500 listing is published in print and online at www.CRN.com.

About SPS

With over 20 years of profitable growth and offices in more than 25 North American cities, SPS designs and implements technology solutions to help customers be more efficient and competitive. SPS is a Platinum certified Avaya Connect channel partner with the Services Expert and SME Expert designations.

SPS specializes in Voice over IP (VoIP), contact center, network convergence, messaging, telecom expense management, consultative planning, and monitoring services. In addition to Avaya, Microsoft, Extreme Networks, HP, Cisco and Juniper Networks, SPS holds many authorizations and certifications with the partners that enable SPS to provide powerful solutions to businesses.

To support multi-nationals, SPS is a founding partner of the Intelligent Communications Alliance. The Alliance provides a consistent global approach to pricing, design, installation and support of Avaya and Avaya DevConnect Partner solutions. Alliance founding members serve over 9000 customers across more than 60 countries.

SPS has earned numerous awards and recognition from their strategic partners. www.spscom.com.

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