CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq:TECD) today announced the expanded presence of its accessTD mobile platform, which provides resellers with one-touch, instant access to most of the functionality of techdata.com, including product searches, pricing and availability information, order tracking and quoting. Building on Tech Data's existing applications for Apple iPhone®,iPod touch® and iPad® released last year, a new application for Android® and a mobile platform for Windows Phone and Blackberry devices is now available for users in the Unites States and Canada. The announcement was made at the company's TechSelect Partner Conference, being held this week in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
"The expansion of accessTD exemplifies our commitments to continuous innovation and a best-in-class customer experience," said Phil Filippelli, vice president of E-Business at Tech Data. "accessTD enables our resellers to take their business on the road, arming them with anytime, anywhere access to Tech Data's product inventory and providing more opportunities to close deals. With the expansion of our mobile platform, more of our partners will be able to take advantage of this valuable, time-saving tool to keep them ahead of the game in our fast-paced industry."
accessTD enables resellers to instantly check Tech Data product pricing or availability, as well as create quotes for customers via email featuring their own mark-up and company logos. Additionally, carts created on techdata.com will now sync with accessTD, allowing resellers to place orders anywhere with immediacy using the application's simple checkout process.
accessTD is now available in the United States and Canada via free download in the Apple and Android App Stores. accessTD supports Android versions 2.3 and greater and Blackberry versions 9 or greater. For accessTD on Blackberry and Windows Phone devices, go to https://m.techdata.com to experience Tech Data's new mobile-friendly platform.
About Tech Data
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 125,000 resellers in more than 100 countries to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology needs of end users. Tech Data generated $26.5 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2012, and is ranked 109th on the Fortune 500®. To learn more, visit www.techdata.com.
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