MOBI and Tech Data Announce New Strategic Partnership

MOBI's Comprehensive Suite of Managed Mobility Services Now Available to Tech Data Solution Providers


INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 7, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MOBI Wireless Management today announced that it has entered into an agreement with Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ: TECD) to distribute its Gartner-recognized and AOTMP-certified mobility solutions to Tech Data's channel of solution providers through their TDMobility business unit. Through this partnership, MOBI's award-winning services are now available to additional enterprise and mid-market segments.

"Through our partnership with Tech Data, MOBI can now offer our Managed Mobility Services (MMS) and professional service solutions to client segments we currently do not reach," said Mitch Black, president at MOBI Wireless Management. "Companies of all sizes have been challenged with managing difficult processes inherent in a mobile ecosystem--from processing daily transactions to securing their corporate data and handling an influx of personally owned devices. We are excited to offer our complete MMS solutions and professional services offerings to Tech Data's network of solutions partners."

"Through MOBI's leadership position in the Managed Mobility Services market and flexible technology, we are providing our VARs with a simplified approach to selling multifaceted wireless solutions," said Heather Murray, director, Sales and Marketing, TDMobility at Tech Data. "Mobility is becoming more complex, creating new challenges for businesses to increase control and visibility in their programs over the device and services procurement processes, program expenses, BYOD, and program data analysis. This partnership with MOBI allows us to offer another unique line of services and solutions to meet the evolving mobility needs of organizations in all market segments."

Gartner estimates that mobility management services will grow from $500M in 2013 to $3.4B by 2016. The addition of MOBI to Tech Data's TDMobility portfolio will help solution providers meet their customers' growing mobility needs. Service categories now available to TDMobility's network of resellers include:

  • Full suite of MOBI's MMS capabilities (technology and managed services)
  • MDM implementation and administrative services
  • Migration services
  • BYOD evaluation, deployment, and ongoing support
  • Financial analysis and saving recommendations on wireless service spend

For more information about MOBI's suite of mobility management and professional services visit, www.mobiwm.com/learn/ or contact the TDMobility team at (800) 237-8931, ext. 83662 or tdmobility@techdata.com.

About MOBI Wireless Management
MOBI Wireless Management is a leading, Gartner and AOTMP recognized, Managed Mobility Services (MMS) provider that empowers organizations to streamline the management of their mobile workforce. MOBI's suite of services and software platform centralize the management of carrier-connected devices, services, and people. Through centralization, organizations achieve greater visibility, increased efficiency, enhanced control, and reduced costs associated with their mobility programs. MOBI is your relentless ally in the world of mobility. Find out more at www.mobiwm.com

About Tech Data
Ranked No. 119 on the Fortune® 500, Tech Data Corporation is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors of technology products, services and solutions. Its advanced logistics capabilities and value added services enable 120,000 resellers in more than 100 countries to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology needs of end users. To learn more, visit www.techdata.com, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.  


            

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