Softchoice Launches First Ever ‘All in One’ Model to Solve IT Asset Management Challenges

    -   Ground breaking approach combines three critical elements for
        successful IT Asset Management in an 'as-a-service' delivery package.

TORONTO, March 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – Softchoice Corporation (TSX: SO) has unveiled a new offering that makes it simple for any organization to implement a comprehensive IT Asset Management (ITAM) strategy. Called ‘IT Asset Management-as-a-Service’ (ITAMaaS), the unique approach eliminates the need to invest in specialized tools or add expert resources by combining all the elements of an effective IT Asset Management strategy in one affordable offering. The first of its kind, the ITAMaaS model draws on Softchoice’s industry acclaimed experience delivering software licensing, IT policy and infrastructure assessments for hundreds of organizations across North America.

“In our experience, the do-it-yourself approach rarely finds success because there is too much effort required to integrate the nuts and bolts of an ITAM program,” said Dean Williams, Services Development Manager for Softchoice. “Our ITAM-as-a-Service model is turning the tide by giving organizations everything they need in one package. Essentially we own the elements that cause the most headaches so IT departments can focus on improving the management of their environment.”

Flexible and cost-effective, Softchoice’s ITAM-as-a-Service model combines the following key components:

    1.  Access to specialized tools to simplify the collection of an accurate
        and comprehensive IT inventory.
    2.  Scheduled consultations with certified ITAM specialists, who provide
        expert analysis to help organizations identify opportunities to
        improve asset utilization, eliminate risks, and plan for the future.
    3.  An online repository called Softchoice Axis that provides a central
        view for IT Asset Management activities. The Axis technology provides
        detailed reporting, benchmark comparisons to ITAM knowledge bases and
        a customized document store.

Softchoice’s ITAMaaS is founded on the belief that it is the design of the ITAM process itself that is the most important factor in delivering measurable, long-term business value. Since IT Asset Management is a unique discipline that does not play to the strengths of most IT departments, implementing a proven methodology often uncovers significant opportunities to drive efficiency and reduce costs.

“This is also a flexible approach,” said David Brisbois, Softchoice’s ITAM Services Manager. “Whether you need to do an in-depth Microsoft licensing study, or implement an ongoing systems management process, the ITAMaas offering is a cost-effective solution for organizations of any size.”

About Softchoice

As one of North America’s leading providers of technology solutions and services, Softchoice helps businesses and organizations of all sizes to select, acquire and manage their software and hardware technology resources. Softchoice offers a full range of capabilities, including face-to-face consultations and IT asset management services designed to help customers save time, money and risk in IT procurement. Softchoice currently has 897 employees operating from 45 branch offices located in major cities across the U.S. and Canada.

Softchoice stock is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) under the trading symbol “SO.” The common shares of Softchoice are not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and are not publicly traded in the United States.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to expectations, intentions and plans contained in this press release that are not historical fact. When used in this press release, the words “anticipate,” “expect”, “will’ and similar expressions generally identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, change in technology and general market conditions, many of which are set out or incorporated by reference in the Company’s latest Annual Information Form. Due to the many risks and uncertainties, Softchoice cannot assure that the forward-looking statements contained in this press release will be realized.

SOURCE Softchoice Corporation