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Anixter and Cisco Systems Form Strategic Partnership

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Anixter, a leading global networking integration specialist, has entered into a strategic agreement with Cisco Systems to utilize Cisco's leading-edge technology and enhance its network integration capabilities. This partnership aims to provide complete IT solutions that address today's business needs, focusing on the "customer value proposition" and leveraging the strengths of both companies. The agreement will enable Anixter to provide a higher level of support across all phases of its network life cycle model, from assessment to operational support.

Key Takeaways:

  • Anixter and Cisco Systems have formed a strategic partnership to enhance Anixter's network integration capabilities.
  • The agreement will enable Anixter to provide a higher level of support across all phases of its network life cycle model.
  • The partnership will focus on the "customer value proposition" and leverage the strengths of both companies.
  • Anixter will utilize Cisco's leading-edge technology to provide complete IT solutions.
  • The agreement will benefit Anixter's customers by providing end-to-end networking solutions and comprehensive network planning and support services.
  • Anixter is a Cisco Premier Partner in the United States, with a strong commitment to leading internetworking technology.
  • Anixter's certification status provides strong recognition of its continued investment in Cisco Systems.
  • The partnership will enable Anixter to sell the network as a strategic business asset and attain the highest level of customer satisfaction.
  • Anixter has a long history of partnering with industry leaders to provide innovative solutions to its customers.
  • Anixter's network integration offerings include assessment, design, implementation, and operational support for a wide range of technology products.

Statistics:

  • 100,000: The number of Anixter's customers, including Fortune 1000 companies and institutions in the education, healthcare, finance, and government sectors.
  • 6,300: The number of Anixter employees operating globally.
  • 180: The number of Anixter locations across 40 countries.
  • 1957: The year Anixter was founded.
  • 1998: The year the partnership between Anixter and Cisco Systems was announced.

Sources:

  • BUSINESS WIRE, October 6, 1998
  • Anixter Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.

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