TORONTO, May 2 /CNW/ - Sirit Inc (TSX: SI), a leading provider of radio
frequency identification (RFID) reader technology, today announced it has
earned certified status in Microsoft's Partner Program, which recognizes
Sirit's expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified
Partner, Sirit Inc. has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and
proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a
rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, which give them
a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Sirit delivers innovative solutions for the tolling industry. Through
years of experience, Sirit has developed and deploys modular, open-protocol
Microsoft(R)-based electronic tolling systems that are scalable, auditable and
flexible. Sirit solutions can be designed, implemented and accepted in less
time and for less money than traditional, proprietary systems that have been
previously installed in the industry. This equates to on time and on budget
delivery.
"Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service,
proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the
designation of Microsoft Certified Partner," said Allison Watson, vice
president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft
Corp. "Today, Microsoft recognizes Sirit Inc. for its skills and expertise in
providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology."
In addition to earning certified status, Sirit has declared a Microsoft
Competency. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a
partner's capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers
looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of
requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific
skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry.
The Microsoft ISV/Software Solutions Competency recognizes the skill and
focus partners bring to a particular solution set. Microsoft Certified
Partners that have obtained this competency have a record of developing and
marketing packed software based on Microsoft technologies.
"We are extremely pleased to have earned certified status in the
Microsoft Partner Program. The certified status allows us to clearly promote
our expertise and relationship with Microsoft to our customers," said John
Freund, vice president of Sales at Sirit Inc. "The benefits provided through
our certified membership will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings
that we provide for customers."
The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and
represents Microsoft's ongoing commitment to the success of partners
worldwide. The Microsoft Partner Program offers a single, integrated
partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total
impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to
help partners' businesses be successful.
To find out more about Sirit's advanced Automatic Vehicle Identification
systems, visit the Sirit booth No. 327 at the ITS 15th Annual Meeting and
Exposition May 2 - 4, 2005 in Phoenix, Arizona.
About Sirit Inc.
Founded in 1993, Sirit Inc. (TSX: SI) is a leading provider of Radio
Frequency Identification ("RFID") solutions to customers worldwide. The
company designs, manufactures, integrates and sells RFID solutions with an
emphasis in several vertical markets including Supply Chain Management,
Product Authentication, Asset Tracking, Security and Access Control and
Automatic Vehicle Identification. Building upon years of success deploying
traditional RFID products, Sirit continues to capitalize on the growing demand
for next generation RFID solutions. For more information on Sirit visit
www.sirit.com or call 1-800-498-8760.
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uncertainties impacting Sirit's business which are discussed in the section
entitled "Narrative Description of the Business - Risks" in Sirit's Annual
Information Form dated March 19, 2004 as filed with the securities regulatory
authorities in Canada via SEDAR. Although Sirit has attempted to identify
important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there
may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or
intended.