Ingram Micro has signed on to offer 8×8’s integrated, enterprise-grade cloud communications, contact center and team-collaboration solutions to channel partners supporting mid-market and enterprise companies in the U.S. and Canada.
The distributor is adding 8×8 Virtual Office and 8×8 Virtual Contact Center to its cloud and unified communications and collaboration (UCC) portfolios.
“Midmarket and enterprise companies are embracing UCC as a means to bolster productivity and deliver a connected customer experience,” said Jeff Yelton, executive director and general manager, Ingram Micro. “UCC is a fast-growing market segment for Ingram Micro. The business benefits of UCC are undeniable and 8×8’s portfolio of enterprise communications, collaboration and contact center solutions are well suited for the needs of our channel partners and the customers they serve.”
“Migrating businesses to the cloud is a growing opportunity for channel partners and an area where Ingram Micro Cloud continues to accelerate the sales cycle and simplify success for MSPs and IT service providers,” added Jason Bystrak, executive director, Cloud, Ingram Micro. “Managed UCC solutions generate a solid recurring revenue stream for our channel partners and we’re pleased to welcome 8×8 to our industry-leading cloud services portfolio.”
Ingram Micro will also expand in the regions where 8×8 sells, markets and supports its solutions, including Europe, Asia and Latin America.
“Ingram Micro is known throughout the industry for being fully dedicated to providing solutions, services and support offerings that exceed the expectations of its channel partners,” said Christopher Peters, global channel chief at 8×8. “Whether or not Ingram Micro channel partners have sold cloud communications, collaboration and contact center solutions in the past, our combined channel resources and go-to-market methodology will enable them to easily gain access into a hyper-growth market and to accelerate profitability with 8×8 solutions at minimal risk.”
