NuVision Announces Alliance of Prominent Videoconferencing Providers
DALLAS--Oct. 23, 2001--NuVision, a TANDBERG company, has announced the Signature Alliance, an affiliation of prominent videoconferencing product and service providers to offer complete end-to-end solutions for videoconferencing users. Created to meet a substantial need in the marketplace, the Signature Alliance offers full-service videoconferencing programs with a single point of contact for companies of any size.
"As we listen to the market, our customers tell us they want end-to-end solutions. They don't want to deal with multiple vendors and layers to have an effective videoconferencing program. Our goal is to simplify the process for our customers," says Ned Riley, President, NuVision. "We have accomplished that goal with The Signature Alliance."
The Signature Alliance brings together NuVision, a leading provider of videoconferencing products and services, V-SPAN, an innovator in conferencing services, and SPL Integrated Solutions, the leading nationwide integrator of audio and video systems, to provide turnkey solutions leveraging each company's core competencies. These founding members are focused on what each does best and have aligned themselves to provide best-in-class products and services to the videoconferencing market.
"The Signature Alliance members share a common core value: exceeding customer expectations. A successful videoconferencing program doesn't have to be difficult," according to Ken Hayward, Chairman and CEO of V-SPAN. "But, it must focus on providing a complete solution for meeting and exceeding the customer's requirements."
Videoconferencing technology has reached the level of quality needed for mass adoption. But technology alone will not create a successful videoconferencing implementation. The service and support surrounding the technology is key to making videoconferencing an invaluable communication tool. Customers must select solid partners to provide the engineering, service and support that bring everything together.
"This initiative has the full support of the top level executives in each participating company. The "signature" in the Signature Alliance is the leadership of the alliance companies willing to stand behind our offering with our signature. Customer satisfaction is guaranteed at the highest level," noted Chad Gillenwater, President, SPL.
The companies within the Signature Alliance are offering their combined resources to deliver their respective customers end-to-end videoconferencing solutions in the most effective, efficient manner. Each Signature Alliance member provides access to videoconferencing systems, collaboration tools, network switching gear, ISDN and IP network provisioning, maintenance and management, asset management, integration, installation, training, scheduling, reservations, bridging, outsourcing, leasing, rentals, public rooms and events. While a typical company may have a half-dozen vendors involved, a Signature Alliance customer has a single point of contact.
For more information on the Signature Alliance go to www.thesignaturealliance.com.
About NuVision
A wholly owned subsidiary of TANDBERG, NuVision provides videoconferencing business solutions in the United States and around the world. NuVision sells videoconferencing systems, bridges, network devices and collaboration tools while providing pre-sales consulting, ongoing network services, maintenance, and training services to its customers. As a TANDBERG company, NuVision is a key operative in TANDBERG's Global Presence Program, which is highly regarded as the videoconferencing industry's most well organized global installation and support program. Based in Dallas, Texas, NuVision maintains offices around the United States. For more information about NuVision, please visit www.nuvisiontech.com, or call 888-393-3985.
About V-SPAN
V-SPAN is the leading video-oriented collaboration and conferencing services provider. The integrated V-SPAN portfolio includes videoconferencing, audioconferencing, webconferencing and streaming for the enterprise and channel markets. Through web-based self-service solutions, experienced full-service call centers and diversified global networks, V-SPAN enables its customers to conduct effective electronic meetings, events and training. V-SPAN worldwide corporate headquarters are based in Philadelphia with network operations and customer service centers additionally located in Denver, Toronto, and London. Sales offices are distributed globally. For additional information about V-SPAN services and unrivaled customer dedication, please contact 888-44V-SPAN (U.S.), +44 (0)870 001 7726 (Europe), 416-744-6777 (Canada) or visit our Web site at www.V-Span.com.
About SPL
SPL Integrated Solutions is the leading nationwide integrator of audio and video systems. From its 15 offices, SPL is helping to increase the productivity at corporations, educational institutions, and government agencies by designing and installation large-display videoconferencing systems and fully integrated multimedia systems. SPL Integrated Solutions also provides a unique set of support services that help clients effectively manage their audio and video assets.
Additional information on SPL Integrated Solutions can be found at www.splis.com or calling toll free at 866-ASK-4-SPL.