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PlanetOne Communications Named to Verizon Partner ProgramBuilding on its advanced connectivity and cloud solutions portfolio, PlanetOne Communications today announced it was named to the Verizon Partner Program as a Platinum member. The relationship broadens PlanetOne's global carrier portfolio and ushers in new opportunities for channel partners selling and supporting smart devices and providing secure, wireless Internet of Things (IoT) connections and business intelligence to customers worldwide. "The midmarket is big business for our channel partners and in order to bid the business and ultimately win the deal, agents and MSPs need easy access to a growing portfolio of proven cloud and connectivity providers with a reputation for regional, national and global excellence," said Ted Schuman, Founder and CEO, PlanetOne. "Our partners asked for Verizon (News - Alert) and we delivered." The new alliance with Verizon is supported by PlanetOne's growing Cloud Practice, which focuses on enabling preferred vendors, agents and managed service providers (MSPs) to quickly identify cloud-ready sales opportunities, close more deals and deliver exceptional execution and ongoing service. PlanetOne channel partners eager to grow their connectivity and cloud business can also click into the industry leader's exclusive Cloud 411 program, a centralized, online education and resource center. "In a connected world, maintaining strong business relationships with global carriers is a must - especially when you're serving enterprise and midmarket clients who own branch offices and operate internationally," said Robert M. Betz, President, Sky Technology Partners, an IT and telecommunications brokerage firm headquartered in New Jersey. "It's great to see Verizon take note of the expertise, experience and execution PlanetOne brings to the table for channel partners." The Verizon Partner Program tailors regional and national opportunities for systems integrators, value added resellers, agents and solutions providers to accelerate delivery and adoption of solutions for meeting medium business requirements. In addition, the program features a simple, tiered benefits structure that allows members the flexibility to determine levels of commitment, and also includes simple-to-use tools and clear and consistent engagement processes. Verizon also provides extensive training and certification curriculum for its products and solutions. Members can tap into a wealth of marketing resources and support from co-marketing materials to market development funds and joint event participation depending on member level. PlanetOne is a founding member of the Alliance Partners, formerly the Agent Alliance. Via the Alliance's Preferred Provider agreement with Verizon, PlanetOne has gained platinum partnership status within the Verizon Partner Program. The Alliance offers a raft of real-world business benefits to members and their customers, including access to a collective portfolio of 350+ supplier relationships. For more information, visit www.thealliancepartners.com. Verizon Enterprise Solutions creates global connections that generate growth, drive business innovation and move society forward. With industry-specific solutions and a full range of global wholesale offerings provided over the company's secure mobility, cloud, strategic networking and advanced communications platforms, Verizon Enterprise Solutions helps open new opportunities around the world for innovation, investment and business transformation. For more information about PlanetOne call (877) 487-8353 or e-mail [email protected]. About PlanetOne Communications PlanetOne is the IT channel and telecom industry's preferred business partner for identifying and delivering cloud-based and connectivity solutions to small and midsize businesses and enterprises. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., the industry pioneer is celebrated by Inc. Magazine as one of America's Fastest Growing Private Companies and regarded as a top-performing partner for hundreds of telecom agents and channel partners nationwide. In 2015, PlanetOne ranked No. 1 in the Phoenix Business Journal's annual "Best Places to Work" survey. The award-winning PlanetOne Partner Program is included in CRN's Connectivity Solutions Partner Program Guide in 2014 and 2015. To reach PlanetOne call (877) 487.8353 or e-mail [email protected]. Social Media Outlets:
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