Officially launching on September 1, 2020, the Hardware-as-a-Service offering will address the increase in end-user demand for consuming technology as a service
Midwich Group, a global specialist audio visual (AV) distributor to the trade market, announces a new Hardware-as-a-Service program, designed specifically so that new and existing channel partners can offer the latest UC technology to their customers, without the requirement for substantial upfront outlay. The new offering coincides with the announcement of a worldwide distribution partnership with Poly and is initially designed to meet the demand for the Zoom Video Communications, Inc. platform.
Officially launching on September 1, 2020, the Hardware as a Service offering will address the increase in end-user demand for consuming technology as a service and will initially be available in the UK and Ireland, North America, Australia and New Zealand, with a subsequent roll-out to additional regions planned.
Further to this announcement, and in alignment with the Group’s ongoing focus on UC for its channel partners, the Group welcomes Poly, a global communications company that powers meaningful human connection and collaboration, as a global vendor, whose renowned video solutions certified for Zoom will be deployed by Midwich as part of the Hardware-as-a-Service offering.
“The global pandemic has resulted in unprecedented financial constraints and a need to optimize communication is key for every organization, through work-from-home (WFH), office or classroom UC solutions,” said Stephen Fenby, Group Managing Director, Midwich Group. “The launch of the new Hardware-as-a-Service program along with this exciting new global partnership with Poly, leaves us well positioned to offer the leading UC technology to our channel partners and their customers, without the substantial upfront costs.”
“Customers are facing the unprecedented challenge of navigating a world where the work ‘place’ is less important,” said Nick Tidd, Vice President , Global Partner Organization, Poly. “The partnership we have with Zoom, coupled with this impressive Hardware-as-a-Service model, enables our customers to not only connect from any location, but maintain productivity effectively.”
“Hardware-as-a-Service is an important tool to help customers deploy video communications equipment more quickly in these challenging times,” said Jeff Smith, Head of Zoom Rooms, Zoom Video Communications.“We’re pleased to work with Midwich Group to enable channel resellers to offer Zoom appliances as a service to our joint customers.”
Inquiries may be directed to the Group’s global UC team in the relevant region –
- UK & Ireland – dew-stanley@midwich.com
- North America – TeamZoom@starin.biz
- Australia & New Zealand – buckley@midwich.com.au
