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Velocita Wireless Named a Preferred Wireless Data Communications Provider By AAA
WOODBRIDGE, N.J., March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Velocita Wireless, L.P., a leading provider of wireless data connectivity for mission-critical applications, has entered into a preferred supplier agreement with AAA (American Automobile Association), North America's leading provider of automotive and leisure travel services to more than 47 million members.
Under the terms of the agreement, Velocita Wireless will market its wireless data communications services, in conjunction with AAA, to local AAA clubs utilizing computer-aided dispatching systems. The Velocita-enabled dispatching solution will enable local clubs to increase productivity in their call centers as well as improve the road service experience for tow truck operators and the members they service.
"We are pleased to continue providing AAA, a widely recognized market leader, with the high-throughput, always-on wireless network connectivity that enhances the overall value and performance of their dispatch system," said Charles Nelson, president and chief executive officer of Velocita Wireless. "Their network of affiliated local clubs dispatched more than 11 million road service calls with Velocita in 2004, allowing service providers to enter service information and billing details directly into club records systems, at roadside. Our ability to provide this real-time capability has resulted in AAA realizing more efficient customer care management and reduced club administration expenses."
"As part of our continuing commitment to provide AAA clubs and their members with the utmost in service, convenience and network performance, we are delighted to have Velocita Wireless as a preferred automotive supplier," said Marshall L. Doney, vice president, AAA Automotive. "Their always-connected, dedicated wireless data dovetails with AAA's two-way radio dispatch system and will help AAA clubs retain the most reliable and secure road service communication network in the industry."
About AAA
As North America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides 47 million members with travel, insurance, financial, and automotive-related services. Since its founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. AAA clubs can be visited on the Internet at http://www.aaa.com/
About Velocita Wireless, L. P.
Headquartered in Woodbridge, New Jersey, Velocita Wireless is dedicated to providing premier, complementary, wireless data products and services for enterprises and governmental organizations deploying mission-critical wireless email, messaging, machine-to-machine, automated vehicle location, point-of-sale and field force automation applications. For over a decade, Velocita has provided direct and wholesale wireless data connectivity through its national packet data network to over 400 Fortune 1000 companies, 50 government organizations and 20% of all http://www.velocitawireless.com/, worldwide.
Today, Velocita's network covers 93% of the U.S. business population in 492 metropolitan areas and 130 airports and is the standard by which all other wireless data networks are measured. Through hurricanes and disasters, the Northeast blackout and the events of September 11, the network provider that keeps on working and keeps companies connected and communicating is Velocita Wireless. For additional information, please visit http://www.velocitawireless.com/ .
Velocita Wireless is a trademark of Velocita Wireless, L.P. Other company, brand, and product names referenced herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Velocita Wireless, L. P.
CONTACT: Bill Pankracij of Velocita Wireless, Director, Marcom & PR,+1-732-602-5216, Bill.Pankracij@velocitawireless.com
Web site: http://www.velocitawireless.com/http://www.aaa.com/
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