ZSL Receives Certification to Become an Authorized Seller of IBM WebSphere Software

Edison, New Jersey, January 26, 2010 – ZSL, today announced it has achieved certification to become an Authorized seller of IBM WebSphere Core software by meeting the skills requirements of the new IBM Software Value Plus initiative.

ZSL is a pioneer in adopting the latest emerging technologies and leverages its paramount expertise to offer its customers technology solutions on the upcoming technologies. ZSL thrives in delivering greater values to customers through new technologies which lowers their TCO and optimizes their businesses for business agility, performance enhancement and greater ROI within a short time span. IBM’s recognition of ZSL as authorized reseller of WebSphere Core products gives ZSL an advantageous stance to serve its customers with vibrant and cost effective solutions in the SOA enablement and connectivity space through its acquainted knowledge, expertise and capability.

The IBM Software Value Plus initiative is designed to meet the demands of clients who are looking to drive more value from their technology investments by working with trusted partners with proven skills to quickly and effectively implement new infrastructures. IBM Software Value Plus enables IBM Business Partners to set themselves apart by gaining key technical and industry skills necessary for smarter technology implementations that help clients achieve their business goals.

"IBM is committed to supporting an ecosystem of skilled partners that can provide the most value to our shared clients," said Sandy Carter, vice president, IBM Software Group Channels. “Business Partners who invest in the proper skills and expertise are well positioned to help clients achieve a faster time-to-value with the right solutions, reduce risk in solution development, and increase their return on investment over time."

“With our investment in building advanced technical skills through IBM Software Value Plus, ZSL is well positioned to design and deliver to our customers industry-based technology solutions cost effectively that brings business agility and value to their business through enhanced business processes and performance at reduced TCO," says Shiv Kumar, Executive Vice President of ZSL. “ We are excited about the opportunity to add value to our customers and partners through our business-aligned R&D and solutions development," added Mr. Kumar.

IBM Software Value Plus rewards Business Partners who invest in skills and expertise and are focused on delivering greater client value. Under the initiative, IBM Software partners choose on which IBM software to build technical, marketing and sales skills, such as WebSphere, Information Management, Tivoli, Lotus and Rational. Partners can become certified and authorized to sell these products across multiple industries.

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