The Washington Network Reports Strong Increase in Technology Investment for 2013

Leading Unified Communications Provider Helps Customers Position for Growth

ALEXANDRIA, VA— March 5, 2013 — The Washington Network, Inc., an industry leader in unified communications, announced today that the outlook for technology purchases by small to mid-sized (SMB) companies in 2013 is exceptionally positive. This outlook was confirmed by Technology Assurance Group (TAG), an international association of unified communications providers representing approximately $350 million in products and services. As a premier Member of TAG, The Washington Network is positioned as the dominant force in their marketplace and is able to better prepare and protect its customers for whatever the future holds.

Many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are starting off the New Year by deploying advanced technology in order to secure a competitive advantage early on. Today’s SMB needs to be more agile, efficient and better equipped to handle the challenges that 2013 will bring and many business owners are creating a gap between themselves and their competitors by implementing the technology offered by The Washington Network, Inc.’s. “Every sector is experiencing different growth rates, but when we step back and look at the big picture, it becomes clear that overall demand is up, and businesses need to have the tools necessary to gain a foothold in their industry,” stated Dale Stein, Co-Founder of TAG.

 The Washington Network, Inc.’s unique relationship with TAG, enables them to adopt cutting edge best business practices, deliver innovative programs, and partner with elite technology manufacturers and application service providers. Over the years, The Washington Network, Inc. has leveraged this relationship to consistently deliver benefits to their customers that are simply unavailable to other technology providers. For example, The Washington Network, Inc. is able to leverage the buying power of approximately 130 technology providers to receive deep discounts from manufacturers, and provide a lower cost to the customer. The bottom line of this partnership is that The Washington Network, Inc. is better positioned to enhance employee productivity and increase profitability than any other technology provider in the market.

            “We continue to be impressed with The Washington Network, Inc.’s stern commitment to their customers. At the end of the day, business owners are concerned with the bottom line and new technology is pointless if it doesn’t increase your overall profitability,” commented Stein. “The Washington Network, Inc. has always focused on this fact and it shapes their recommendations and suggestions when working with their clients. As a result of this approach, their customers continue to thank them and I see a very bright future for The Washington Network, Inc.,” added Stein.

            With growth opportunities on the horizon in 2013 many businesses are looking for ways to prepare for the large influx of sales they expect to see. This change will be driven by macroeconomic factors, but will be sustained by a business’s ability to keep up with demand. Many businesses are investing heavily in technology and enlisting the help of elite technology providers like The Washington Network, Inc. to make sure that whenever that wave of sales arrives, they’re ready to ride it all the way to the bank.

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.

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