Micro as Distributor of Best-in-Class Network Security Solutions
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ALISO VIEJO, Calif. & GENEVA, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 26, 2002--
Distribution Agreement Expands eEye's Reach Into North American
Reseller Channel
eEye Digital Security (www.eEye.com), the leader in vulnerability assessment technology and research, today announced it has signed a distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM), the largest global wholesale provider of technology products and supply chain management services.
The agreement will expand eEye's access to resellers in North America through Ingram Micro's solution provider network, providing them with instant access to eEye's sophisticated network security products, like Retina® Network Security scanner and SecureIIS™ Application Firewall.
eEye's layered approach to network and Internet security through Retina and SecureIIS gives our solution providers a wider range of offerings for their customers, allowing them to provide comprehensive vulnerability assessment to their clients, as well as proactively secure their Microsoft Web servers, said Jodi Honore, vice president, vendor management, Ingram Micro North America.
With network environments becoming more complex, eEye's sophisticated line of security products is a welcome addition to our security offerings.
This agreement provides Ingram Micro's solution providers an opportunity to add incremental revenue by leveraging the layered security approach eEye's products offer. A recognized leader in the security industry, eEye is well known for its vulnerability research and enterprise-class security solutions.
Under the terms of the agreement, Ingram Micro will immediately begin distributing eEye's vulnerability assessment and remediation tool, Retina; eEye's proactive Web server security product, SecureIIS; and eEye's visual data monitoring and reassembly product, Iris™ Network Traffic Analyzer.
"This agreement with Ingram Micro provides eEye with access to
a vast network of value-added resellers -- many of whom are just beginning to introduce security solutions to their customers," said Firas Raouf, chief operating officer for eEye.
Accurately assessing vulnerabilities and securing corporate Web servers are obvious policies all companies need to adapt, which brings the opportunity for new and increased sales via these resellers.
Resellers can purchase eEye products by calling their Ingram
Micro sales representative at 800/456-8000 or by ordering online at www.ingrammicro.com.
About eEye Digital Security
eEye Digital Security is a leading developer of high-end network security products and an active contributor to network security research and education. eEye offers a variety of network security products targeted at IT administrators and consultants alike. eEye products are focused on proactive security.
These products work in conjunction with popular tools such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems to deliver comprehensive assurance. eEye provides global coverage to its clients through partners and its offices in the United States, Switzerland, United Kingdom, France and Spain.
eEye products protect the networks and digital assets of more than 1,000 corporate and government entities in more than 40 countries. The eEye products include Retina® Network Security Scanner, SecureIIS™ Application Firewall, Iris™ Network Traffic Analyzer and Blink™ Intrusion Prevention.
About Ingram Micro
Ingram Micro is the largest global wholesale provider of technology products and supply chain management services. The company operates in 37 countries with sales of more than $25 billion for the fiscal year 2001.
Ingram Micro's global regions provide the distribution of technology products and services, marketing development and supply chain management services to nearly 170,000 technology solution providers and 1,700 manufacturers.
The company is focused on maximizing shareowner value and achieving customer satisfaction through innovation in the information technology supply chain. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.
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CONTACT: eEye Digital Security, Aliso Viejo
Michele Wessman, 949/349-9062 (ext. 109)
E-mail: mwessman@eeye.com
or
Tony Brookes, +41-22-787-2282 (Europe)
E-mail: tbrookes@eeye.com
KEYWORD: CALIFORNIA SWITZERLAND INTERNATIONAL EUROPE
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: NETWORKING INTERNET MARKETING AGREEMENTS
SOURCE: Ingram Micro Inc.
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