Northern Micro Honoured as Recipient of 2015 EMC / VCE Converged Partner of the Year Award
Toronto, ON — May 4, 2016
Northern Micro awarded for outstanding knowledge and application of EMC / VCE’s Converged Infrastructure
Northern Micro has received the 2015 EMC / VCE Canada Converged Partner of the Year Award from EMC Corporation for demonstrating exemplary commitment to the Converged Infrastructure portfolio – from selling to implementation. This marks the first year Northern Micro has received the exclusive recognition, having previously won the EMC Canada Federal Partner of the Year Award last year.
The award was presented earlier this week to Northern Micro at the 2016 EMC® World Global Partner Summit. The 2015 EMC / VCE Canada Converged Partner of the Year Award recognizes EMC partners across Canada for their early adoption with training and education on the Converged Infrastructure portfolio and continuous interest and collaboration with the entire EMC / VCE team.
“Our team has done a tremendous job in collaborating with our customers to deliver transformative business outcomes with EMC Converged Infrastructure Solutions,” said Emily Martin, Senior Director of Enterprise Technology, Northern Micro. “We are so excited to be acknowledged for our efforts and are so grateful to receive this award.”
“With a proven track record of excellence and a deep understanding of information technology’s role in achieving core business outcomes, Northern Micro is well deserving of this year’s EMC / VCE Canada Converged Partner of the Year Award,” said Michael Kerr, Director of Partner Sales, EMC Canada. “We are thrilled to honour this level of commitment– Northern Micro has built innovative solutions that help EMC modernize customers’ data centers and redefine their businesses. For that reason, I am thrilled to recognize Northern Micro as 2015 EMC / VCE Canada Converged Partner of the Year.”
Northern Micro continuously invests in its team to keep their skills updated with the latest technological innovations. Its wide portfolio of solution offerings from top tier vendors makes the company unique among the Canadian reseller industry.
Viewed as a trusted advisor across its client base, Northern Micro has been instrumental in positioning the EMC / VCE Converged strategy. Working hard to position the differences between true converged and reference architecture, Northern Micro continues to be relied on for their sound technical knowledge.
“We are so excited to be acknowledged for our efforts and are so grateful to receive this award.”
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Northern Micro Named One of Canada’s Top ICT Companies by the Branham300
Ottawa, Ontario – April 22, 2016
Northern Micro is named one of Canada’s top ICT companies by Branham 300
Highlights:
- Ranked 78th on Branham300 Top 250 Canadian ICT Companies in 2016.
- Ranked 22nd on Branham300’s Top 25 Canadian ICT Hardware and Infrastructure Companies in 2016
This is the first year Northern Micro has been recognized by Branham300.
Northern Micro is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Companies by Branham300, ranking 78th on this year’s list. Branham300 is recognized as the most authoritative listing of Canada’s top ICT companies in the technology sector.
“The entire company is honoured to be a leader in Canada’s technology sector” said Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro. “Our team has worked incredibly hard over the past year and they are to be congratulated more than anyone.”
Canada’s Top 250 ICT companies delivered another banner year in 2015, generating a revenue total of $96.1 billion, an increase of 5.7% compared to the year prior. That new record number was driven by the impressive performance of Canada’s Top 250 tech companies: 75% of the Top 250 generated revenue growth, and 54% delivered double- and even triple-digit increases.
“The Branham300 is designed to promote Canada’s Information and Communication Technology industry and the people who build technology businesses in Canada. This year, we were thrilled to see Canada’s Top 250 companies set another revenue record. It is a testament to the strength of our ICT sector.” said Wayne Gudbranson, CEO, Branham Group.
“Our team has worked incredibly hard over the past year and they are to be congratulated more than anyone.”
About the Branham300
The Branham300, now in its 23rd year, is the best-known and most widely referenced listing of Canada’s top public and private ICT companies, ranked by revenue. The list also tracks the top ICT multinationals operating in Canada plus Up and Comers, those young Canadian companies Branham thinks will be big hits soon.
Canada’s Top 250 ICT companies delivered another banner year in 2015, generating a revenue total of $96.1 billion, an increase of 5.7% compared to the year prior. That new record number was driven by the impressive performance of Canada’s Top 250 tech companies: 75% of the Top 250 generated revenue growth, and 54% delivered double- and even triple-digit increases.
To learn more about the Branham300, visit www.branham300.com.
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the 2014 Intel Partner of the Year Channel Cares Award for the outstanding charitable and environmental contributions and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
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Northern Micro Named Among Canada’s Top Solution Providers by CDN
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – April 22, 2016
In CDN’s annual ranking of Canada’s IT Solution Providers published yesterday, Northern Micro ranked 25th in 2015, up from 29th place last year.
“Northern Micro is proud to once again be celebrated among some of the top providers in the Canadian tech industry,” said Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro. “It truly validates the professionalism of our team to have delivered such an outstanding result in 2015”.
The CDN list recognizes Northern Micro as the second largest solution provider headquartered in the City of Ottawa. Northern Micro delivers unique IT solutions with partnerships from best-of-breed manufacturers such as Cisco, Microsoft, EMC, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
“Thanks to our outstanding team and our partners, we’ve had another year of incredible results and without their support, none of this would have been possible” said Emily Martin, Senior Director of Enterprise Technology, Northern Micro. “Year after year, we’ve dedicated ourselves to create solutions that solve the unique challenges of our clients by cutting through the noise, and focusing on their desired business outcomes.”
This is the ninth consecutive year Northern Micro has been placed within the top 30 on the CDN Top 100 list.
“It truly validates the professionalism of our team to have delivered such an outstanding result in 2015”
About CDN Top 100
Each year, CDN, the voice of Canada’s IT channel community, connects with IT solution providers across the country to collect data for an industry benchmark report which, once compiled, presents an overview of this market segment as well as trends. The data is also used to determine our annual ranking of the Top 100 solution providers as measured by revenue ranges, for which a gala is held to celebrate the contributions of these solution providers to the growth of the technology sector in Canada.
To learn more about the CDN Top 100 Solution Providers, visit www.computerdealernews.com/top-100-solution-providers/top-100.
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the 2014 Intel Partner of the Year Channel Cares Award for the outstanding charitable and environmental contributions and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
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Northern Micro Honoured with Tech Data Canada's 2015 Circle of Excellence Award
Ottawa, Ontario – March 21, 2016
Northern Micro, one of Canada’s leading IT solution providers, announced today that Tech Data Canada, a leading distributor of IT products, announced Northern Micro as a winner of its 2015 Circle of Excellence Award.
Every year, Tech Data Canada recognizes 15 solution providers from each region across Canada that have demonstrated best-in-class commitment to growth, partnership, e-commerce integration, and joint strategic initiatives.
“We are proud to recognize Northern Micro with the 2015 Circle of Excellence Award for the Capital Region” said Greg Myers, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Tech Data Canada. “Northern Micro has demonstrated commitment to partnering toward mutual success throughout the year, and their dedication to development are exemplary. On behalf of the executive team, I’d like to thank the Northern Micro team for their continued support and look forward to another successful year.”
“The team at Northern Micro is proud to receive this prestigious award from Tech Data Canada. It’s a great honour to be among one of the few companies in the country receiving this award, and would only have been possible with our shared commitment to deliver the ultimate in client satisfaction,” said Herman Yeh, President, Northern Micro. “We look forward to working with Tech Data Canada to deliver Innovative, Flexible and Reliable IT solutions to our clients.”
Northern Micro previously won Tech Data Canada’s Circle of Excellence Award in 2011.
For a full list of Tech Data Canada’s 2015 Circle of Excellence Award winners, please see their release here.
“Northern Micro has demonstrated commitment to partnering toward mutual success throughout the year, and their dedication to development are exemplary."
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
Since 1985, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the 2014 Intel Partner of the Year Channel Cares Award for the outstanding charitable and environmental contributions and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com, or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
About Tech Data
Tech Data Corporation is one of the world’s largest wholesale distributors of technology products, services and solutions. Its advanced logistics capabilities and value added services enable 105,000 resellers to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology needs of end users in more than 100 countries. Tech Data generated $26.4 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2016. It is ranked No. 107 on the Fortune 500® and one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies.”
To learn more about Tech Data, visit www.techdata.com, or follow us on Facebook, and Twitter.
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Northern Micro Announced as the Official Information Technology Partner of Ottawa 2017
OTTAWA, ON – February 25, 2016 – Northern Micro announces partnership to provide information technology to Ottawa 2017.
The Ottawa 2017 Bureau and Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson, in collaboration with lead partner CIBC, are pleased to announce that Northern Micro is the Official Information Technology Partner to Ottawa 2017.
“We are tremendously proud that Northern Micro, an outstanding Canadian business, has partnered with Ottawa 2017 for our city’s celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary,” said Mayor Watson. “Their high-tech proficiency and experience will add high-speed momentum toward what promises to be an incredible year in the nation’s capital.”
As a leading Canadian provider of IT solutions, Northern Micro is providing cutting-edge, high quality office technology and top notch business expertise to support the Ottawa 2017 Bureau.
“For more than 30 years, Northern Micro has provided reliable, innovative and flexible IT solutions to our clients, enabling their businesses and our community to thrive,” said Herman Yeh, President, Northern Micro. “Our team is delighted to partner with Ottawa 2017 and proud to contribute to the success of Canada’s birthday celebrations and the prosperity that it will bring to the region.”
Guy Laflamme, Executive Director of the Ottawa 2017 Bureau, noted that “the backing of such a prestigious Canadian technology solutions company as Northern Micro will enable the Ottawa 2017 team to plan and execute a turbo-charged year of celebrations for millions of residents and visitors from around the worldin an efficient and financially sound manner.”
Canada’s 150th celebrations will offer Canadians and visitors from around the world an exceptional and memorable year of high-caliber experiences while bringing a record number of visitors to Ottawa in 2017 to celebrate this important milestone for our country.
Stay informed on plans for Canada’s 150th birthday celebrations in the capital. Visit ottawa2017.ca, follow us on Twitter (#Ottawa2017) and on Facebook.
“For more than 30 years, Northern Micro has provided reliable, innovative and flexible IT solutions to our clients, enabling their businesses and our community to thrive,”
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Northern Micro Wins Intel Partner of the Year Channel Cares Award
OTTAWA, ON – May 15, 2015 – Northern Micro President Herman Yeh accepted the Intel Partner of the Year – Channel Cares Award last week in Dallas, TX.
This prestigious international award is significant because it is a direct reflection of the contributions made by NM and its team members in the Ottawa community.
Last year, Northern Micro donated over $100,000 (product, time and funding) to various charities and organizations.
"Last year, Northern Micro donated over $100,000 to various charities and organizations."
“It is a true honour to receive this award on behalf of the company,” said Herman Yeh, President, Northern Micro. “This award demonstrates that our team cares and is willing to take action to make our world a better place. To be awarded the Intel Partner of the Year among the entire North American technology industry is an incredible achievement, and a great way to start our 30th year in business!”
Over 74% of its team donates time on a regular basis. That amounted to over 5,000 hours donated by NM employees to Ottawa community organizations.
Northern Micro employees also participate in an annual Relay for Life team that raised over $23,000 dollars last year in honour of colleagues both lost and in remission.
The Intel Partner of the Year Channel Cares Award also recognizes the environmental sustainability of Northern Micro.
Northern Micro’s Environmental Management System is ISO 14001:2008 certified. The company actively upholds the standards set about by the Electronics Product Stewardship Canada (EPSC), Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC), Energy Star and EPEAT.
It understands that environmental sustainability must rely on each individual member of the corporate team.
All employees and management contribute to the goal of reducing, reusing and recycling our products and the waste we produce.
This prestigious international award recognizes what Northern Micro employees already know: We are successful because of our team, and our team cares about its community.
For more information, please visit Intel’s official announcement here.
“This award demonstrates that our team cares and is willing to take action to make our world a better place."
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Northern Micro Wins EMC Federal Partner of the Year
TORONTO, ON – June 19, 2015 – Northern Micro was awarded the Federal Partner of the Year at the EMC Canada Partner Advisory Board in Toronto.
This award recognizes EMC partners for exceptional service and dedication to customers in the Federal Government.
“Our partnership with EMC allows us to deliver meaningful business outcomes to the Canadian Federal Government based on best-in-class technology and services” said Emily Martin, Senior Director, Enterprise Technology. “We are honoured to be recognized.”
From EMC Press Release:
Toronto, JULY 6, 2015 – EMC Canada is pleased to announce the winners of its 2015 Canada Channel Partner of the Year Awards. The annual awards celebrate top EMC partners that are demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of end-user solutions based on its technology. Awards were presented to the winners at the EMC Partner Advisory Board meeting held at the St. Andrew’s Club in Toronto on June 16th.
This year, EMC recognized partners in ten categories that celebrate strong innovation, leadership, growth, sales and vertical excellence.
EMC Canada Federal Partner of the Year 2015- Northern Micro
A strategic partner for the EMC Ottawa team, Northern Micro has been instrumental in positioning EMC’s vision to the Federal Government. With the introduction of Shared Services Canada, the Federal Government has dramatically changed its procurement strategy for numerous product and solution categories, including Information Technology.
Viewed as a trusted advisor across its client base, Northern Micro has been instrumental in positioning the EMC / VCE Converged strategy. Working hard to position the differences between true converged and reference architecture, the Northern team’s successes have included Shared Services Canada and the Department of Defense. Northern Micro continues to be relied on for their sound technical knowledge and will continue to be a critical partner for the EMC / VCE Federal government team as the ever-changing Federal Landscape continues to evolve.
“Our partnership with EMC allows us to deliver meaningful business outcomes to the Canadian Federal Government based on best-in-class technology and services”
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Northern Micro Named to 2015 CRN Solution Provider 500
Ottawa, Ontario – June 9, 2015 – Northern Micro has been named to The Channel Company’s 2015 CRN® Solution Provider 500.
The annual list, spanning eight categories, from hardware and software sales to managed IT services, recognizes the top revenue-generating technology integrators, MSPs and IT consultants in North America. Solution providers are ranked based on revenue, determined by product and services sales during 2014.
Placing in at #355, this is the 14th consecutive year Northern Micro has been recognized by the annual ranking. The SP500 serves as the industry standard for the most successful solution providers since 1995.
“We are delighted to be amongst this elite group of Solution Providers,” says Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro. “It is a great start to our 30th year of business.”
“The companies represented here are truly dedicated to the needs of customers today. With an evolving IT landscape, this prestigious list serves as a valuable industry resource to help vendors navigate the solution provider community and identify the best partners for their business,” said Robert Faletra, CEO, The Channel Company.
“We congratulate Northern Micro for their forward-thinking approach to solutions sales and look ahead to their continued success.”
A sample of the 2015 Solution Provider 500 list will be featured in the June issue of CRN, and online at www.CRN.com.
A full list of the annual ranking can be here.
“We are delighted to be amongst this elite group of Solution Providers”
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro (NM) has a 30-year track record in providing innovative IT solutions from the Endpoint to the Data Center. Our passion for technology ensures we provide curated solutions from enterprise class data center hardware and software, to industry leading security options, though to our own line of Spirit computers. Continual investment in training and certifications ensures our team of experts can tackle the IT challenges facing the Government, Corporate and Education sectors.
NM is the proud recipient of the Intel Partner of The Year Channel Cares Award for the outstanding charitable and environmental contributions made by both our company and our employees.
About The Channel Company
The Channel Company, with established brands including CRN®, XChange® Events, IPED® and SharedVue®, is the channel community’s trusted authority for growth and innovation. For more than three decades, we have leveraged our proven and leading-edge platforms to deliver prescriptive sales and marketing solutions for the technology channel. The Channel Company provides Communication, Recruitment, Engagement, Enablement, Demand Generation and Intelligence services to drive technology partnerships. Learn more at www.thechannelcompany.com.
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Northern Micro Receives 25 Year Recognition by Better Business Bureau
OTTAWA, ON – May 26, 2015 – Northern Micro received the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Certificate of Recognition for over 25 Years of Accredited Business.
This significant award exhibits Northern Micro’s standards for excellence and exemplary business practices.
The BBB Certificate of Recognition for over 25 Years of Accredited Business demonstrates Northern Micro’s dedication and expertise in business. For 30 years Northern Micro has continued to provide reliable, innovative and flexible IT solutions to its clients while embodying every aspect of BBB’s standards of trust.
This distinguishable accomplishment emphasizes Northern Micro’s goal for a better business industry.
“Throughout our 30 years in the business industry, upholding honest practices and maintaining a high caliber for excellence in customer satisfaction has always been an important part of Northern Micro’s goal.” said Northern Micro President Herman Yeh.
“We are looking forward to continuing our mission in promoting better customer satisfaction and applying honest business principles for the years to come.
"..upholding honest practices and maintaining a high caliber for excellence in customer satisfaction has always been an important part of Northern Micro’s goal.”
Northern Micro
Northern Micro (NM) has a 30-year track record in providing innovative IT solutions from the Endpoint to the Data Center. Our passion for technology ensures we provide curated solutions from enterprise class data center hardware and software, to industry leading security options, though to our own line of Spirit computers. Continual investment in training and certifications ensures our team of experts can tackle the IT challenges facing the Government, Corporate and Education sectors.
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