HERNDON, Va., Feb. 29, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ePlus inc. (Nasdaq:PLUS) announced today it has been named to CRN's second annual list of the Tech Elite 250. Companies on the 2012 Tech Elite 250 list represent an elite group of IT Solution Providers that have invested in the training and education needed to earn the most technical certifications in the IT Channel. ePlus announced that Pacific Blue Micro (PBM IT Solutions), the Cisco-focused solutions provider it recently acquired was also named to the Tech Elite 250.
In compiling the list, CRN editors worked with the UBM Channel research group and a team of outside experts to define the most customer-beneficial technical certifications in the IT channel. These technical certifications have enabled solution providers to deliver the most premium products, service, and support to their North American customers.
ePlus is a nationwide integrator of leading IT products and services to both the public and private sectors. It delivers a full range of IT solutions and services to its customers, from cloud computing to virtualization, data centers, unified communications, video and collaboration, security, storage, and more.
"The 2012 Tech Elite 250 list recognizes an exclusive group of Solution Providers that have shown a dedication to helping customers innovate while reducing costs," said Kelley Damore, vice president, editorial director at UBM Channel. "By identifying and adapting to the skills and training needed to best serve today's customers, members of the Tech Elite 250 have proven their commitment to delivering the products and services that today's end-users value most."
"We're pleased to make CRN's list of the Tech Elite 250 again this year," said Mark Marron, president of ePlus Technology. "We are also excited that PBM, our most recent acquisition, was selected to this elite list as well—strengthening our capabilities to provide our west coast customers with best-of-breed product and service offerings. Complemented by deep engineering expertise, multi-market experience, strong strategic alliances, and an unwavering commitment to value and customer satisfaction, ePlus develops and delivers innovative, scalable, and financially sound solutions that empower our customers to optimize any aspect of their IT infrastructure."
A sample of CRN's 2012 "Tech Elite 250" list is featured in the February issue of CRN Magazine and online at http://www.crn.com.
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About ePlus inc.
ePlus is a leading integrator of technology solutions. ePlus enables organizations to optimize their IT infrastructure and supply chain processes by delivering world-class IT products from top manufacturers, managed and professional services, flexible lease financing, proprietary software, and patented business methods and systems. Founded in 1990, ePlus has more than 800 associates serving federal, state, municipal, and commercial customers nationally. The Company is headquartered in Herndon, VA. For more information, visit http://www.eplus.com/, call 888-482-1122, or email info@eplus.com.
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