Ameritech Acquires Clover Technologies to Boost Data Capabilities

Ameritech, a leading US telecommunications provider, has acquired Clover Technologies, a network integrator, to significantly enhance its data capabilities. This acquisition will bolster Ameritech's technical expertise, expand its customer relationships, and increase its presences nationwide. The addition of Clover's 400 employees will complement Ameritech's existing 3,000 employees, bringing the total number of technical experts to over 3,400, making them double the number of certified experts in high-end networking technologies from leading manufacturers such as Bay Networks and Cisco Systems. This move is expected to enhance Ameritech's position as the industry leader in data equipment expertise and expand its nationwide presence.

Key Takeaways:

• The acquisition of Clover Technologies will increase Ameritech's data team by nearly 15 percent, expanding its technical expertise and customer relationships.
• Clover Technologies is the 11th largest local area network (LAN) solutions provider in the United States, with 400 employees that complement Ameritech's existing 3,000 employees.
• The combined entity will have access to double the number of technical experts certified in high-end networking technologies from leading manufacturers.
• Ameritech grows its data equipment expertise, particularly in the Midwest, where Clover is a leading reseller of Bay equipment.
• The acquisition enhances Ameritech's capabilities in providing end-to-end data solutions, including data and video integration, LAN design, installation, and maintenance.
• Ameritech expands its nationwide presence through Clover's offices in eight cities around the country.

Statistics:

• Ameritech expects to increase its data equipment expertise, particularly in the Midwest, where Clover is a leading reseller of Bay equipment.
• The acquisition will add 400 employees to Ameritech's existing 3,000 employees, bringing the total number of technical experts to over 3,400.
• Ameritech's combined entity will have double the number of technical experts in high-end networking technologies, with 800 certified experts.
• Clover's customer base includes over 300 auto manufacturing, health care, financial, education, business, and government customers.
• Ameritech serves millions of customers in 50 states and 40 countries, providing a wide range of communications services.

Sources:

• PRNewswire, "Ameritech Acquires Clover Technologies" (Oct. 12)
• Ameritech Press Release, "Ameritech Acquires Clover Technologies" (Oct. 12)
• Ameritech's website (ameritech.com)