Google is strengthening its foothold in West Africa with the appointment of Upperlink Limited as its premier small and medium business (SMB) reseller in the region.
The new status upgrades Upperlink from authorised reseller to a premier reseller of Google Apps suite of communication and collaboration tools.
Google Apps reseller programme includes companies globally which sell, service and customise Google Apps for business for their customers.
As part of the programme, Upperlink will receive training, support and deployment tools from Google, as well as access to APIs for integrating Google Apps into customers’ business operations.
Google Apps ensures that business processes run seamlessly, improve efficiency and return on investment by integrating accessible and affordable technologically driven solutions.
Segun Akano,
Upperlink Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Segun Akano, said the programme is a critical component of the company’s business.
“We’re pleased to be recognised as a premier reseller, and we look forward to continuing our work by helping SMB customers to take advantage of Google Apps,” he pledged.
Upperlink’s core areas of specialisation are in internet and mobile applications, software development and deployment, database management, systems integration and cloud solutions.
Google Apps brings simple, powerful communication and collaboration tools to organisations of any size – all hosted by Google to streamline set up, minimise maintenance, and reduce IT costs.
With Gmail (including Google email security, powered by Postini), Google Calendar, and integrated IM, users can stay connected and work together with ease.
Using Google Docs and Google Sites, which include word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, website creation tools, SMB can share files and collaborate in real time, keeping versions organised and available wherever and whenever users work.
