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To develop the new strategy, the company initiated a comprehensive review process in January that included input from analysts, customers and partners. The resulting feedback pointed to a clear cut strategy centered on software and service led solutions and a definitive transformation in how the company goes to market. "Our strategy and execution of this new operating plan will enhance customer satisfaction, improve the competitiveness of the company and increase shareholder value," said Meyercord. "There are very few competitors offering a complete bundle of networking solutions with acceptable levels of customer service in our target market. This is our opportunity."

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The ranking underscores Extreme Networks' commitment to partner success. Extreme Networks offers solution partners numerous sales and enablement tools, a robust rewards program and exceptional sales and technical training across all levels. In addition, the Extreme Partner Network (EPN) enables partner growth with the delivery of proven solutions across wired/wireless, software defined networking, data center, analytics and security.

"As a first-to-market product, we are proud that loyal Network Computing readers have recognized and voted Purview as a clear standout in the industry this year," said Chris Elliott, channel director for the UK and Ireland, Extreme Networks. "As the network becomes a strategic component of the overall IT infrastructure and the enterprise, we help businesses gain the insight they need to deliver a great user experience."

"When considering our IT requirements and the needs of our customers, it was important to decide on an Ethernet vendor that could provide scalability, fast recovery and a network supporting both virtual private LAN services (VPLS) and Ethernet automatic protection switching (EAPS)," said Stacy England, Vice President, Data Center Operations, Data Holdings. "Extreme Networks' core and access switching edge solutions matched up very well with our needs and the local Extreme support team has been crucial to the success of the entire process, as their efforts and expertise supports the business."

The converged network features Extreme's Summit® family of stackable fixed switches and was installed and is supported by Blue Door Networks, a Veteran-owned, communications and information technology (IT) company that maintains a complete portfolio of technology products and solutions for enterprises and performing arts centers alike. The network deployment, implemented in November, addresses core and edge networking requirements with a uniform solution that consists of Extreme Networks' Summit® X670 core switches and Summit X460 edge switches. The resulting solution provides a converged platform for mission-critical voice, video and multimedia services.

"Reliable connectivity is a must as we look to provide an unmatched live game experience for Red Wings fans when attending Joe Louis Arena," said Tom Wilson, president & CEO, Olympia Entertainment. "SignalShare and Extreme Networks are providing the Red Wings with a solid network and the tools to truly engage our fans on their mobile devices through new services, contests and social media - all delivered to the palm of their hand. We are very excited about what this means for Detroit fans both now and in the future."

As the Official Wi-Fi Analytics Provider of Super Bowl XLVIII, Extreme Networks delivered application analytics for the mobile experience of fans. Based on its overwhelming success, the technology will be used again at Super Bowl XLIX in Arizona. These powerful analytics capabilities are also used at other NFL stadiums and throughout multiple industries, including schools, hospitals, manufacturers and retailers.

As a partner-first organization with more than 2,500 partners worldwide, Extreme Networks is dedicated to enabling channel partner success, and the launch of PartnerLink is the latest move demonstrating the company's efforts to simplify daily processes and speed the flow of information.

Extreme's high performance Wi-Fi networks will be deployed to enable thousands of fans to access networks from their seats and common areas of sports facilities. Extreme Networks and IMG will follow the successful deployment of IdentiFi Wi-Fi solutions at Baylor University's new McLane Stadium, where thousands of fans enjoy seamless connectivity on Saturdays, using their phones and Internet devices for customized "In Game" applications, watch video replays and interact on their favorite social media, where they can upload videos, tweets and photos as part of the game-day fun.