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The Washington Network's Clients Enhance Technical Knowledge at No Cost With Convergence Technologies Training and Certification



Alexandria, VA — January 26, 2010— The Washington Network, Inc., a leader in unified communications in the Metro DC area, announced today that it is offering advanced on-demand communications technology training to its clients. 

With this new service, small to mid-sized companies and associations in Northern Virginia, Washington and Maryland can now enhance their technical knowledge – at zero cost – by taking Convergence Technologies Training (CTT) and achieving certification.  The Washington Network has created this program to enhance the skills sets of the businesses it serves. The program was created in conjunction with Technology Assurance Group (TAG), an international organization of unified communications providers representing $400 million in combined sales, and its strategic partner TechnologyUS.

“We always look for ways to improve our clients’ profitability and productivity. We launched CTT to help them stay at the forefront of the communications technology they rely on every day,” according to Rick Endres, president of The Washington Network, Inc. 

“CTT is phenomenal.  It delivers the valuable information to people who need it and use it every day.  It gives us another opportunity to share our expertise, it enhances our clients’ understanding of their solutions, and it’s going to help their operations run more effectively. 

“We’re committed this kind of training because more knowledge leads to better operations, better decisions and more success for our clients.”

CTT provides students with a solid understanding of voice, video and data technologies, focusing on practical, day-to-day knowledge of convergence technologies.  Designed to dispel the mystery of VoIP phone systems and advanced applications, the training materials are written and delivered step-by-step and in layman terms. 

CTT is an extensive program with 13 modules comprised of 30 sessions that can be spread over a period of several weeks. The courseware builds upon each segment allowing for manageable scheduling in accordance with daily responsibilities.  Taught by industry experts and experienced certified instructors, CTT courses are online via pre-recorded virtual classrooms. Students connect via audio and web media streaming. Upon completion students receive a Convergence Technologies Training Certification.

“We’re excited about offering this service to our clients,” added Mr. Endres. “Together with TechnologyUS (www.technologyUS.com), The Washington Network provides this $1,195-per-student training program to our clients at no cost.  Our philosophy since our inception has been to offer as much technical knowledge as possible to our clients. This is just another example of us living up to it.”

ABOUT THE WASHINGTON NETWORK, INC.


Founded in 1987, The Washington Network, Inc. in Alexandria, Virginia, provides computer networks, VoIP phone systems, network support/network repair and other technology solutions for associations and businesses in the Washington, DC Metro area.

Serving clients without a large in-house IT staff, The Washington Network lowers its clients’ operating costs while increasing worker productivity. The company’s flat-rate managed services include remote network monitoring, preventive maintenance, help desk, redundant back-ups and on-site support.

A member of the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, The Washington Network has been honored as the Chamber’s Professional Service Business of the Year.

Through its strategic membership in the Technology Assurance Group, The Washington Network serves and supports clients with multiple locations across the U.S. and Canada.

The Washington Network is located at 30 South Quaker Lane, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. For more information on The Washington Network, call 703.212.7100 or visit www.WashingtonNetwork.com.