Versatile Communications is attending Network World’s IT Roadmap Conference and Expo, on May 25^th at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston!

Come see Fortinet and Versatile at Expo Booth # 105

Versatile is looking forward to the opportunity to have one on one discussions with our clients, and future clients, about how our sales professionals and in house engineers work together, with our partner Fortinet, to better your security and lower your costs!

Fortinet’s solutions directly address a variety of compliance challenges, including MA Regulation 201 CMR 17.00. Visit us to discover how comprehensive solutions can not only help protect & secure your organization from an explosion of online & in-house threats, but also provide you with a cost effective security architecture that's aligned with your business requirements. 

We look forward to seeing you in Boston on May 25th!

May 11, 2010, Marlboro, MA – Versatile Communications is an IT infrastructure integrator specializing in high availability interoperable network, server and storage solutions. The company has announced that their continuously expanding infrastructure portfolio of services, and additional focus in storage and server competencies, has enabled them to deliver a more comprehensive solution offering and in turn fueled their business growth.

“We are in a unique position. We’ve achieved high-level partner designations that give us access to a complete infrastructure portfolio, and we have the ability to move more quickly than larger VARs,” says John Barker, President of Versatile Communications “Offering our customers a truly flexible, highly customizable infrastructure solution and getting things done in a time frame that suits their goals is a priority. Our on-staff engineers are with the clients through all project stages and they know that they are receiving support from someone who understands their specific needs. These differentiators are keeping us ahead of our competition and it is apparent in the growth of our business.”

In support of the organization’s growth, Versatile has recently hired Chris DiFraia as a Regional Sales Manager in the New England Territory. Chris brings more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry and has significant experience working with complex solutions and the manufacturer teams in the geography.

“We have developed a notable amount of new business, in all of our territories, and our expectations are that this trend will continue.” Rich Stratton, Director of Sales at Versatile Communications says. “We have 15 years of experience and success behind us.  We are proud that we continue to be in this position in 2010 and are seeing steady growth ahead.”

Versatile Communications, a premier IT integrator that specializes in high-availability, interoperable network server and storage solutions, has announced that they are expanding their local presence into New York City, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.  Growth in this geography has led to an opportunity that would benefit Versatile’s clients, prospects and corporate growth. By extending the sales force, Versatile will be able to increase the level of service and support for existing clients as well as developing new business in this area.

“We have been getting increasing requests for the specific types of professional services and end to end infrastructure solutions that we provide down in the mid-Atlantic area,” said John Barker, President of Versatile.  “With the time that we were spending down there, it made sense to expand and establish resources where our customers and prospects are.”

Versatile Communications also announces the addition of David Easton as Regional Sales Manager for Versatile sales organization. Mr. Easton is driving Versatile’s growth initiatives in the Mid-Atlantic States and supporting existing customers with increased on site interaction.  David brings more than 16 years of experience from his time at companies such as Pillar, AT&T, 3Com and Network Appliance.  “David is a consummate professional, with a strong background in IT solutions,” said Rich Stratton, Director of Sales for Versatile.  “We are thrilled to have him on board and leading our growth in this region.”

“I am excited to be working with Versatile,” said David.  “The level of professionalism, and the breadth and depth of the solutions and professional services that they provide is what my customers have been asking for.  I’m looking forward to introducing Versatile to this region that I know so well.”

Randy Keener Joins Versatile, as Regional Sales Manager to Drive Corporate Growth

Versatile Communications, a premier IT integrator that specializes in high-availability, interoperable network server and storage solutions, announced today that they are opening offices to support Connecticut and upstate New York.  Versatile’s dedication to its current customer base in this area, coupled with a significant increase in prospect interest, has been the driving force behind this expansion of the organization.

“Both Connecticut and upstate New York have been growth regions for us for the past several years.  We are now at the point that in order for us to support them effectively we needed to invest in localized personnel,” said John Barker, President of Versatile. 

An increasing percentage of Versatile’s business came from Connecticut and upstate New York last year, and that trend shows signs of continuing.  In response to this trend, Versatile Communications also announces the addition of Randy Keener as Regional Sales Manager for Connecticut and upstate New York.  Mr. Keener brings over 30 years of industry expertise with tenure of over 25 years at HP.  “Randy is a strong addition to the Versatile team,” said Rich Stratton, Director of Sales for Versatile.  “His passion for providing the best IT solution for his customers is legendary, and he will be instrumental in growing our business and supporting our customers even more effectively.”

“The opportunity to work with Versatile was one I simply couldn’t pass up,” said Randy Keener.  “The ability to deliver comprehensive end-to-end infrastructure solutions with our in-house engineering staff is something that no other reseller can provide.  I’m excited and honored to lead the Versatile expansion into upstate New York and Connecticut.”

As about 25,000 runners make the grueling trek on Marathon Monday from Hopkinton to Boston, Kevin Meany, vice president of technical services for Marlborough-based Versatile Communications, will be doing plenty of running around himself.

Meany and about a dozen Versatile workers are helping to coordinate the marathon's information technology infrastructure for the14th consecutive year.

...read more of this article on the Worcester Business Journal Online. 

March 18, 2010, Marlboro, MA –Versatile Communications, a premier IT infrastructure integrator that specializes in high-availability, interoperable network server and storage solutions, announced today that they will once again be providing the data and communications “Race Day Network” for the 2010 Boston Marathon.  

The Boston Marathon, managed by the Boston Athletic Association (BAA), is the world’s oldest and most prestigious road race event.  Versatile Communications has been providing the critical data and communications, “Race Day Network”, for the BAA since 1997.  With 25,000 participants and a course running through eight cities and towns, the data and communications network must keep event staff and emergency responders connected and provide real-time race information.  The network must also support the needs of onsite media representatives while delivering live international television feeds and Internet broadcasts.

“Like the marathon itself challenges its runners, we challenge our network year over year, and this year – 2010 – will be no exception,” says John Burgholzer, Technology Coordinator for the Boston Marathon, BAA.  “Fortunately, for the past 13 years, our technology partner, Versatile has provided us with the networking service and support we need to meet our ever-changing technological challenges and improvements.” 

“The Race Day Network we establish for the Boston Marathon is complex and multifaceted,” say Kevin Meany, CTO of Versatile Communications.  “Like many enterprises, the Boston Marathon needs high availability, precise performance, tight security and a seamless, customized user experience.  The difference from other enterprises, of course, is the implementation window of only six days and the criticality of the six hour race window – but we like a challenge.”

“Seamless races, accurate results, global publicity and successful sponsor programs foster the longevity of the marathon and boost the financial prospect of the community,” says Meany.  “We’re proud to have played a key role by delivering Boston’s Race Day Networks for 14 years…and counting.”

Versatile Communications, a premiere IT infrastructure integrator that specializes in high-availability and interoperability network solutions, has joined a select group of solution providers as an HP ProCurve Master National partner.  

“As a ProCurve channel partner for the past 11 years, and Regional Master Partner for 10 years, we will continue to make significant investments to strengthen our engineering team and our company’s service offerings for HP products. Our national status will help us continue to increase our sales opportunities in other territories and support the expansion of our engineering team,” says John Barker, President of Versatile.

As a Master Partner for HP ProCurve Networking, Versatile Communications is a value-added solution integrator equipped with the highest level of expertise, certified staff, and infrastructure to deliver best-in-class 24x7 network lifecycle and post-sales services in large enterprise-wide engagements. Master Partners are equipped to meet the most challenging customer networking problems by designing and supporting complex networking and application environments. 

“Customers looking to expand the capabilities of their networks to deliver business value need an array of tools, support, and programs,” said Karl Soderlund, vice president and general manager, Americas, HP ProCurve. “The ProCurve Master Partner program is designed to allow channel partners like Versatile Communications to offer customers a breadth of networking solutions, technical competency and services while providing strong post-sales support.”

More information on Versatile is available by calling (508) 229-8770 or at: www.versacomm.com.