MANKATO, Minn., Dec. 19, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- HickoryTech (Nasdaq:HTCO) announced today it will build an eight-site data network solution for Davisco Foods International, Inc. and Cambria Natural Quartz Surfaces(tm).
The multi-year contract includes the development of an Ethernet and Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) network, which will create an efficient exchange of voice and data over an Enterprise network. Additionally, the Cisco Unified Communications Manager provides an enterprise IP telephony call processing solution.
"The MetroLAN network solution we've developed for Davisco Foods and Cambria will offer increased reliability, redundancy, bandwidth upgrade flexibility and secure WAN services at all their locations - critical for the growth of this company's ever-increasing data needs," said Mike Olsen, director of sales, HickoryTech. "Our experience and ability to provide a competitive integrated solution of data, dedicated Internet and network integration makes HickoryTech a regional leader in networking businesses."
"HickoryTech's MPLS network provides a cost-effective and scalable network solution which will enable us to support our critical business operations," said Dave Kudrle, director of information systems for Cambria and Davisco Foods International. "Reliable data communications and quality support is critical to the success of our business and we are pleased to partner with HickoryTech."
Headquartered in Le Sueur, Minn., Davisco Foods International, Inc. and Cambria Natural Quartz Surfaces(tm) are privately owned and operated by the Davis family.
HickoryTech provides integrated communication solutions for businesses of all sizes -- from small and medium-sized businesses to enterprise multi-office organizations. In addition to its statewide fiber optic network, HickoryTech provides telecommunications services, managed services, IP telephony, transport, security, network integration and support services that combine voice and data into a single platform -- reducing operating costs and enhancing performance. HickoryTech's subsidiary, Enventis, is a Cisco Systems gold partner, the highest level of certification for network integrators.
About HickoryTech:
HickoryTech Corporation (Nasdaq:HTCO), headquartered in Mankato, Minn., offers integrated communication products and services to business and residential customers over a regional fiber network. The company is in its 110th year of operation and has approximately 400 employees. The Telecom Sector, with facilities-based operations in Minnesota and Iowa, offers local voice, long distance, high-speed Internet, Digital TV and IP networking services to residential and business customers. In addition, the Telecom Sector develops telecom and carrier access billing solutions and customer management systems. The Enventis Sector provides IP-based voice, data and network solutions to businesses across a five-state region. For more information, visit www.hickorytech.com.
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