Wyse Technology Addresses European Demand for Thin Computing in Spain and Italy

Wyse enhances local support for expanding portfolio of European partners and customers with new offices in Spain and Italy

SAN JOSE, Calif. – 12/08/2005 - Wyse Technology, the global leader in Thin Computing, announced today the opening of its Italy and Spain offices.

"As the global leader in thin computing as stated by IDC, Wyse’s expansion into Italy gives channel partners the ability to develop rapid technology competency and train staff to guarantee the success of their own business," said Wolfgang Staehle, president & general manager EMEA operations, Wyse Technology.  "Wyse's presence in Italy further allows channel partners and end customers to develop and implement innovative and customized solutions for the Italian marketplace."

Wyse has appointed Albora Solutions, a division of Ingram Micro, as a new distributor for Wyse products in Spain. "By entering the Spanish market with Albora, Wyse has a partner with common objectives to offer new opportunities and products, including joint Citrix solutions, to the channel, satisfying a segment showing a clear growth opportunities," Staehle said.

"Wyse's overall European strategy to bring support through distribution, product marketing and sales is the key to making Wyse thin clients available to local businesses through direct sales and distributors in Italy and Spain," said Tarkan Maner, senior vice president of marketing and business development, Wyse Technology.

About Wyse Technology

Wyse Technology is the global leader in thin computing. Wyse and its partners deliver the hardware, software, and services that comprise thin computing, allowing people to access the information they need using the applications they want, but with better security, manageability, and at a much lower total cost of ownership than a PC. Thin computing allows CIOs and senior IT professionals to reduce costs, manage risk, and deliver access to information. Wyse is headquartered in San Jose, California, with offices worldwide.

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