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Companies Team Up to Deliver World- Class SIP Solution

Alexandria, VA – May 1, 2012 - Clearfly Communications, the premier carrier and leading national provider of SIP trunking, announced today the formation of a strategic partnership with The Washington Network, Inc., a leading unified communications provider. The companies have aligned in order to provide small and medium size businesses in under-serviced suburban markets with "large business" like voice, data, and mobile services at a cost that is affordable and in a package that is manageable.

SIP is an IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force), internet based protocol originally designed for call set- up and control. According to the SIP RFC, the protocol defines how two or more end- points can negotiate to set up and control a communications connection that suits the capabilities of the devices and the needs of its users. In simple terms, SIP supports any form of real-time communication regardless of whether the content is voice, video, instant

messaging, or a collaboration application. Additionally, SIP enables users to inform others of their status, their availability, and how they can be contacted before a communication is even initiated.

SIP trunking may deliver a myriad of benefits, yet the driving factor behind its widespread adoption is the substantial cost savings which it provides to entrepreneurs and enterprises alike. Several smaller organizations can leverage SIP trunks in order to gain access to new features and functionality, such as Caller ID, Local DIDs, etc., which were previously excessively expensive or reserved exclusively for large companies. SIP is leveling the playing field and has successfully brought enterprise-class solutions to small to mid-sized business (SMB) looking to compete with larger companies in their industry.

Many larger enterprise sized companies have taken note and are also taking a hard look at SIP trunks. With many large organizations looking for new ways to increase profitability and secure a strong foothold in

their industry, SIP is coming under the microscope quite often. SIP improves efficiency and consolidates cost across all areas of an organization’s network which makes it much easier for companies to focus on mission-critical areas of the business, rather than funneling money to business communications systems. In fact, many enterprises are harnessing the power of SIP in order to edge out their competitors and secure their spot at the forefront of their industry.

“The Washington Network is an outstanding match,” said Chris Hunter, North American Sales Director for Clearfly Communications. “The Washington Network is an exemplary organization and we’re proud to be working with them. They understand how important it is to provide their customers with quality service and we believe that’s why they’ve been so successful over the past several years.”

As a leading provider of Unified Communications solutions, The Washington Network offers an array of technology that helps theircustomers achieve their strategic business objectives. Now an authorized dealer for Clearfly Communications products, The Washington Network will drive SIP IP PBX sales in the region.

ABOUT THE WASHINGTON NETWORK, INC.

Founded in 1987, The Washington Network, Inc. in Alexandria, Virginia, provides computer networks, VoIP phone systems, IT support 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 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 Northern Virginia Technology Council and 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.