Ci Distribution Takes Industry by Storm with THREE New Partnerships

Ci Distribution announces THREE New Partnerships

Basingstoke-based IT distributor, Ci Distribution is thrilled to announce not one, but THREE fantastic new partnerships with key players in the IT industry; namely, Brother UK, iKey, Mad Catz.

Located in Greater Manchester since 1968, Brother UK offers a range of print, scan and video conferencing solutions designed to boost efficiency for businesses across the UK. Ci Distribution will supply a range of Brother UK products, focusing on Brother’s rugged mobile printers, including its PJ-700 and RJ series, along with a wide variety of mobile label printers. 

Ged Cairns - Head of CIV and Mobile Business Unit, VAR, SI & Mobile at Brother UK said:

“We’ve invested heavily in our mobile print solutions in recent years, launching one of the smallest thermal A4 mobile printers on the market as part of our PJ-700 series and growing our team of mobile specialists. Our approach is to work alongside customers, understand their needs and tailor our solutions to meet these. We look for innovative partners who are committed to operating in the same way, and Ci Distribution fits the bill perfectly.”

Based in Texas, iKey is an industry-renowned rugged peripherals manufacturer, renowned as the first choice for rugged computer peripherals – specifically, for the attachable FZG1-C1-V5 iKey keyboard designed exclusively for the Panasonic FZG1 tablet. Ci D will distribute their full product offering of keyboards, displays, mice and pointing devices. 

iKey CEO, Steve Meyer, stated:

​"We are pleased to announce this important relationship and partnership with Ci Distribution, one of the leaders and most respected companies in the global market for rugged computer peripherals. With the partnership, we will be able to reach more customers with the right products, unbeatable technical expertise and fast delivery.”

Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. is a global provider of innovative interactive entertainment products marketed under its gaming and audio brands, Mad Catz and Tritton, respectively. Mad Catz products cater to gamers across multiple platforms, including in-home gaming consoles, handheld gaming consoles, Windows PC and Mac computers, smart phones, tablets and other smart devices. Ci D will be supplying the tier-one gaming brand’s keyboards, mice and headsets.

Wayne George – UK Country Manager for Mad Catz said:

“Mad Catz are pleased to be partnering with CI Distribution and look forward to working together to promote and distribute both the Mad Catz and Tritton brands. We have recently released a range of PC and Audio products that we’re very excited about and are working hard to increase our presence in both these markets over the coming months so with the added focus and knowledge Ci bring to the table, we are delighted and confident of a successful alliance.”



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Ci Distribution Partners with Ruggedised Mobile Solutions Provider, Lind Electronics

Media Release 01/02/2017

Leading IT distributor, Ci Distribution, is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with mobile power specialists, Lind Electronics.

Established in 1984, Lind Electronics has become a leading provider of rugged mobile power solutions for different industries, such as military, public safety, and warehousing. Lind's broad portfolio of mobile power solutions includes rugged DC/DC adapters (standard, isolated and MIL-standard), AC/DC and DC/DC combo adapters, shut down timers, and battery chargers.

Today, Lind Electronics operates in a variety of countries and cultures, providing industry-leading mobile power solutions and support worldwide. It creates custom solutions for the leaders in the computing and technology industry.

Lind Electronics Manager, Marcus Eisele, stated:

"We are very excited about this new partnership with Ci. Working together with one of the largest IT providers in the UK and Ireland will greatly benefit us and our customer base. With this agreement, we expect to be able to fulfil the growing demand for our products more effectively, and also to continue to provide a high level of service to our existing customers."

Having witnessed remarkable growth in recent months, Ci Distribution is confident that its broadened product range, along with its widespread market reach in the UK and worldwide, will pave the way for the even further expansion of Lind Electronics' presence in the industry.

Ci Group Commercial Director, Jon Atherton, said:

"Lind Electronics is a fantastic addition to Ci Distribution's ever-expanding portfolio. I am always proud to witness our vendor base growing from strength to strength. We are very much looking forward to working with Marcus and his team, and are excited about what the future holds for both parties as a result of this great partnership."



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Ci Distribution Partners with Leading Tech Manufacturer, ASRock

Media Release 25/01/2017

With the launch of yet a new partnership, Basingstoke-based distributor, Ci Distribution, will ship out a wide range of ASRock products, including the small-form Beebox PC, Mainboards, and – in the near future – the G10 gaming Router. Ci Distribution believes that this widened product range, along with its wide market reach in the UK, will allow ASRock to drastically expand its presence.

With 3C design concepts, "Creativity, Consideration, Cost-effectiveness", ASRock explores the limits of motherboard manufacturing whilst simultaneously paying attention to environmental issues, developing products with the consideration of being eco-friendly.

Ci Distribution Business Development Manager, Darren Perks, stated:

"ASRock is a quality addition to our portfolio. The Mainboard products are well-recognised and received in the reseller community and give us a strong offering in the component and system build market place. We are also excited about the range of powerful mini PC's in the Beebox brand name, which will appeal to a number of markets. Moreover, it's an ideal time to launch our partnership with ASRock as they introduce their new-look KabyLake Motherboards."

Ci Distribution will work closely with ASRock to increase the channel exposure of a rapidly growing range of products. Ci D has already taken on the full range of Intel 200 series and will look to soon stock the entire portfolio.

ASRock Account Manager, Jack Yang, said:

"We are extremely delighted with the appointment of Ci Distribution as a Distribution Partner for our Mainboard and Mini PC range of products. I am looking forward to working with them and growing this segment alongside their ever-increasing vendor offering. Ci Distribution has an experienced team, headed up by Iain Gillogaley and Darren Perks, working on expanding their non-rugged portfolio. They offer an appealing route to market with the professional integration facilities they have at their disposal, as well as the services they are looking to blend into their offering to the channel, which will enhance their strong position in the market."

Ci Group Commercial Director, Jon Atherton, said:

"I am proud to be able to witness Ci D growing from strength to strength. In addition to our already promising portfolio, we have a number of great vendors which we aim to bring on board this New Year; I am more than optimistic about what the future holds for this fantastic team."

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PCR Awards Shortlist!

Media Release 13/01/2017

Fantastic news! We have not one, not two, but three nominations for this year's PCR Awards! Centerprise has been shortlisted for the Corporate VAR Category, Ci Distribution for Hardware Distributor, and YoYoTech for System Builder. 

The Corporate VAR Award is open to any UK-based Value Added Reseller, selling into medium to enterprise-sized businesses; the Hardware Distributor Award is open to any distributor that has a large hardware offering – this includes components (graphics cards, processors, motherboards), full PCs (desktops, laptops), or peripherals (mice, keyboards and headsets); and the System Builder Award is for any national system builder that makes custom PCs/laptops, whether channel-focused or shipping direct to consumer. 

In addition to our nominations, two of our very own are sitting on this year's judges panel; namely, Centerprise's Group Commercial Director, Jon Atherton, and YoYoTech's Managing Director, CK Kohli. 

The 2017 PCR Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday 8th of March at the Brewery in London, and it promises to be an exciting event, with Ci Distribution selected as the official Entertainment Sponsor for the evening. 

Centerprise Group Commercial Director, Jon Atherton, stated: 

"It is fantastic to see Centerprise, Ci Distribution and YoYoTech all being shortlisted for the prestigious PCR Awards this year. I am proud to sit on the 2017 judges panel alongside CK, and although we cannot review our own submissions, it certainly won't stop us rooting for Ci. Here's to all three nominees – make us proud!"

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