Micro-P has been named Dell's first value added broadline distributor to sell the full portfolio of products in the UK.
The distributor is now able to supply Dell's complete portfolio of storage products to its resellers, building on the existing range of Dell solutions it already offers
The deal introduces the EqualLogic and Compellent storage ranges to Micro-P's Dell offering. Aimed at the enterprise market, the ranges enable Micro-P to supply virtualisation, data recovery, backup and desktop infrastructure in partnership with its reseller community.
Gavin O'Shea, Networking and Solutions General Manager, Micro-P, commented: "Our success with the 'Configure To Order' server proposition was solid proof that Micro-P is the right partner and equipped to take on more Dell solutions. Having been awarded the VAD Storage contract, Micro-P is able to deliver a Server, Storage, Networking and Client solution from under one roof."
Phil Brown, Commercial Director, Micro-P, added: "Micro-P has great aspirations in the enterprise space and this partnership with Dell enables us to expand and add expertise to the team to deliver more support to our reseller community, increasing our presales capabilities, customer training and quick-quote turnaround. Additionally, our reseller community will have access to Dell's expertise and sales force."
Bill O'Shea, UK Commercial Channel Director, Dell, added: "This contract is recognition of the fantastic investment and work Micro-P has put into the Dell enterprise business."