Network-Attached Storage Offering Enables End-to-End Solutions

[Omaha, Neb. - December 13, 2004] - MSI Systems Integrators (MSI), a leading comprehensive solution provider of hardware, software and services, has achieved Platinum Partner Status by NetApp NAS Solutions, which allows MSI to provide Network-Attached Storage (NAS). In essence, the new partnership allows MSI customers a higher level of productivity and efficiency as the NAS offering completes the MSI storage end-to-end solution picture.

The demand for network-attached storage offerings stems from a need for the lowest total cost of ownership matched with enterprise-level performance, scalability and availability. The more streamlined and cost effective NAS solution provides users with centrally managed storage, a centralized storage subsystem to a customers Local Area Network (LAN), and storage for a more common interface. An existing disaster recovery plan can also be enhanced with an NAS integration.

NAS allows data sharing by connected host systems to allow automated performance tuning and sophisticated data management capabilities. This leads to reduced costs, improved data availability, and simplified operations. Companies who can benefit from NAS are companies looking to grow or those managing a growth spurt.

"A company experiencing exponential, uncontrolled growth may find that the data surplus becomes unmanageable. At that point, it is critical to consider a centralized form of network to manage the information rather than risking a growth plateau," said Tony Regier, vice president, storage solutions practice.

MSI's systems engineering staff completed the rigorous training required for Platinum Partner Status, including NetApp Certified Sales Specialist to cover the MSI geographical region.

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About MSI Systems Integrators

MSI Systems Integrators helps companies make their businesses better by providing IT optimization, enterprise security, unified communications, business intelligence, business integration, business continuity, content management and open source solutions. A leading provider of hardware, software and services, MSI has deep technical skills and partners with technology leaders such as Symantec, HP, IBM, Cisco Systems, Microsoft, and VMware to provide world-class business solutions that help companies be more responsive, productive and resilient. MSI is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska with offices throughout the United States. For more information about MSI, please visit www.msiinet.com or call 800-640-4674, extension 2394.

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Teresa Mardesen
MSI Systems Integrators
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