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   Tim Schmidt
   Automated Systems, Inc.
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[ Thursday, April 22, 2010 ]

Automated Systems, Inc. Renews Their Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Network for the Seventh Year in a Row

Automated Systems, Inc. Further Distinguishes Itself by Renewing Their Microsoft Competency in Networking Infrastructure Solution

Lincoln, Nebraska: Automated Systems, Inc. (ASI), a leader in providing core banking software and advanced imaging solutions to community banks, announced today it has renewed, for a seventh consecutive year, their Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Network with a competency in Networking Infrastructure Solution recognizing ASI’s expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a continued Gold Certified Partner, ASI has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and a proven ability to meet customers’ needs. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, giving them a competitive advantage in the channel.

"Renewing our Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Network is a very positive step for us," said Bradley Perry, ASI’s Chief Operating Officer. "This continued partnership assures our customers of our expertise and relationship with Microsoft, while allowing us to continue to enhance the products and services we provide."

“We place tremendous value on our partners, which help us deliver solutions and applications to customers,” said Ward Ralston, group product manager for Windows Server at Microsoft Corp. “Solutions competencies provide an integrated partnering framework that recognizes an enterprise’s expertise and rewards it for the effect it has in the technology marketplace. It also allows companies to demonstrate for customers their broad knowledge of building wide-ranging solutions based on Microsoft technologies, such as setting up networks using Windows Server 2008 and the Windows Essential Server Solutions product line.”

As one of the requirements for attaining Gold Certified Partner status, ASI had to declare a Microsoft Competency. Microsoft Competencies are designed to help differentiate a partner’s capabilities with specific Microsoft technologies to customers looking for a particular type of solution. Each competency has a unique set of requirements and benefits, formulated to accurately represent the specific skills and services that partners bring to the technology industry.

Microsoft partners enrolled in the Networking Infrastructure Solutions Competency have proven their proficiency in implementing solutions based on Microsoft’s Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008 Operating Systems, or Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Essential Business Server 2008. These implementations may include crafting solutions that connect Windows-based servers, PC locations and the Internet; installing a server farm; or building a small-business Windows Server stand-alone solution that includes file and print capabilities.

The Microsoft Partner Network, formally known as Microsoft Partner Program, was launched in October 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The network offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners’ businesses be successful.

About Automated Systems, Inc.

Automated Systems Inc. has worked with community banks since 1981 to provide the technological solutions necessary to address community bank management's needs. ASI develops and supports software to help its customers operate efficiently and effectively. ASI also provides network support and consultative services to enable clients to maximize the latest technologies. With offices in Lincoln, NE, Carmel, IN, and Kansas City, KS, ASI is well-positioned to supply full-service technology solutions to its clients.
ASI corporate headquarters are at 1201 Libra Drive., Lincoln, Nebraska 68512, (402) 420-6000 or (800) 279-7312. For more information about the Insite Banking System, visit www.insitebanking.com.

About the Insite Banking System

The Insite Banking System application is the leading cost-effective Windows Server 2008 based core data processing and office productivity solution for community banks. The Insite Banking System provides users with the flexibility to configure a system that matches their processing needs. All ancillary products - Insite Check Imaging, Insite Internet Banking, Insite Telephone Banking, and Insite Document Imaging - integrate seamlessly with the core banking application and feature real time transaction processing.

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