Riverbed has appointed Avnet as a distributor for the Australian market. Avnet will distribute the Riverbed product portfolio, which spans WAN optimisation, edge virtual server infrastructure (edge-VSI), application-aware network performance management (NPM), application delivery, web content optimisation (WCO), and cloud data protection for backup and disaster recovery.
Joe McPhillips, Channel Director, Australia & New Zealand, Riverbed said, "As the Riverbed solution portfolio expands and our global business grows we need distribution partnerships that can grow with us. We are confident that Avnet's deep understanding of networking, security and storage will be key to delivering the Performance Platform. Their business partner network and successful track record in supporting enterprise channels mean that together we are well positioned to address our customers’ dynamic business requirement, now and in the future."
Greg Newham, GM, Distribution for Australia & New Zealand, Avnet said, "Riverbed solutions add real value and a distinct advantage to Avnet's portfolio. They enable us to augment existing solutions therefore increasing opportunities within our business partners' customer base. Coupled with Avnet's ability to deliver first-class sales tools, training and support through our Solutions Path program, we have the perfect foundation for developing new opportunities and driving incremental growth to the benefit of all parties: end user customers, business partners and Riverbed."
