NORCROSS, Ga., March 28, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EasyLink Services International Corporation ("EasyLink" or "Company") (Nasdaq:ESIC), (www.EasyLink.com), a global provider of cloud-based messaging services and e-commerce solutions, today announced that is has been approved as a supplier on CloudStore, an online resource where the UK public sector can access an approved list of cloud-based IT products and services.
The CloudStore is part of the G-Cloud programme, which aims to transform the way that the Government uses information and communications technology by facilitating a move away from custom-built IT solutions to cloud-based services. The CloudStore online catalogue holds over 1,700 information and communications services available to the UK public sector, and contains details of each of the approved suppliers and services.
EasyLink has been awarded a Framework Agreement for the provision of G-Cloud services under the 'Software as a Service (SaaS)' category for its' cloud-based Fax, EDI, and Notifications Services.
'To receive Approved Supplier status is a reflection of EasyLink's recognized expertise as a cloud service provider and we are proud to be part of the G-Cloud initiative', said Kevin Maloney, Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing, EasyLink Services. 'EasyLink provides robust messaging and transaction services that are adaptable to the rapidly changing technology strategies of public agencies".
About EasyLink Services International Corporation
EasyLink Services International Corporation (EasyLink) (Nasdaq:ESIC), headquartered in Norcross, GA, offers a comprehensive portfolio of "any to any" business messaging and transaction services that can bridge the most challenging technology gaps while creating significant cost efficiencies across an organization. From Desktop Fax and Production Messaging to EDI, Managed File Transfer, Document Capture and Management, Secure Messaging and Notifications we help companies drive costs out of their operations. With over two decades of servicing customers around the globe, EasyLink has established a proven track record for providing effective, reliable and secure communications. For more information on EasyLink, visit www.easylink.com.
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