Gateway Helps Small Businesses Tap into Technology by Combining Servers,
Training, and Services with Microsoft's Small Business
Server 2000 Application Suite
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Gateway Inc. (NYSE: GTW) today launched
a comprehensive program that makes it easier for small business owners to take
the next step in using technology to improve operations and get online. The
program makes it easier than ever for any business-with or without technology
expertise-to tap into the power of office networks and take advantage of the
Internet.
Gateway's new Small Business Server Solution (SBSS) enables small
businesses to easily share data and computer peripherals, manage network
operations, and use the Internet to develop the company's sales and service
capabilities. This solution is a comprehensive, value-oriented technology
package that combines Gateway servers with training, in-person service and
support, Internet capabilities, and Microsoft's new Small Business Server 2000
software.
"The Gateway solution makes it easier than ever for any small business to
get networked and get online," said Mike Stinson, vice president of Solutions,
Gateway Business. "Gateway clients will use SBSS to move their business
forward -- improving productivity, strengthening customer relationships, and
establishing a presence on the Internet."
Gateway's SBSS combines its 6400- and 7400-series servers, online
training, and Internet services -- such as web hosting and domain name
registration -- with unparalleled service and support offerings and
Microsoft's Small Business Server 2000. The complete, fully supported network
solutions can be custom-tailored from a wide range of service and support
options, available through more than 300 Gateway Country(R) stores across the
nation, by telephone or via the Internet.
Ranked by small businesses as the top provider of service and support (1),
Gateway's Client Care services are an integral part of SBSS. The solution
offers a variety of server management services, including on-site repair
within four hours, call-in help desk capabilities, and customized support.
Additionally, Gateway's team of Network Solutions Providers delivers free
on-site consultation to assist clients in evaluating specific network needs
plus follow-up services for network design, installation and maintenance.
With Gateway's SBSS, organizations can more effectively tap into the
benefits offered by a networked environment. Co-workers can simultaneously
access the Internet, telecommuters can retrieve shared files from remote
locations, and businesses can create and host e-commerce Web sites.
"Small Business Server 2000 is optimized for the needs of small businesses
and we're excited about partnering with Gateway because SBSS completes the
networking solution," said Katy Hunter, Microsoft Group Product Manager.
"With SBSS, Small Business Server 2000 becomes a complete software, hardware
services solution, offering small businesses everything they need for their
network."
Pricing and Availability
With prices starting at $2,998, the Gateway's Small Business Server
Solution is available on March 2, 2001. For more information about Gateway,
call 800-846-2106, visit the company's Web site at http://www.gateway.com or stop in
one of the more than 300 Gateway Country(R) stores across the nation.
About Gateway
Gateway (NYSE: GTW), a Fortune 250 company founded in 1985, focuses on
building lifelong relationships with consumers, small and medium businesses
and government and education institutions by helping our clients meet all
their technology needs. Gateway is ranked by Fortune magazine as the most
admired American company in the Computers and Office Equipment industry (2).
The company had total global revenue of $9.7 billion in 2000. For more
information, visit our Web site at http://www.gateway.com.
Special Note
The above statements include forward-looking statements based on current
management expectations. Factors that could cause future results to differ
from these expectations include the following: general economic conditions;
growth in the personal computer industry; competitive factors and pricing
pressures; component supply shortages; short product cycles; foreign currency
fluctuations; risks relating to new or acquired businesses and joint ventures;
risks of financing customer orders; infrastructure requirements; risks of
equity investments; changes in product, customer or geographic sales mix;
access to technology; and inventory risks due to shifts in market demand.
Additional factors are described in the Company's reports and other filings
filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
(1) Access Markets International (AMI) Partners, Inc., September 11, 2000.
(2) Fortune Magazine, "America's Most Admired Companies,"
February 5, 2001.
SOURCE Gateway Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.gateway.com
CONTACT:
Kari Garcia of CommStrategies, 949-753-9292
ext. 244, kgarcia@commstrategies.com, for Gateway; or Donna
Kather of Gateway, 949-609-4401, donna.kather@gateway.com
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