Peer group members learn to manage change, build relationships and help customers succeed in challenging economic times

April 27, 2009 – Irving, TX – Acclaim Networks recently played an active role throughout the first annual Heartland Tech Group (HTG) Summit in Dallas, Texas. HTG attracts industry thought leaders, experts and peers from across the globe. HTG members recently converged to participate and share knowledge, build on proven best practices and leverage the talents of all members. Built on its mandate of execution and accountability, HTG provides positive interaction throughout the entire technology industry by holding each other accountable to all members’ commitments.

Acclaim Networks participates in HTG5 alongside eleven other group members who serve as a peer board of directors. Individual peer groups drill down and focus on overall effectiveness across operations, marketing, sales, finances and overall health of each member. By focusing on industry standards including business planning, process development, financial benchmarking and education, HTG members strive to maintain a competitive advantage over those other service firms that do not participate in peer activities.

“Participation in the HTG Summit benefits our company and our clients by exposing us to leading ideas, technologies and industry peers,“ said David Yandry, President of Acclaim Networks. “We bring back proven ideas we can use immediately and a longer-term plan for greater success in the future. Plus, our peers hold us accountable for achieving our goals.

”Focused on only the best small and midsize technology firms, HTG spans the entire technology ecosystem. By leveraging leading technology manufacturers and vendors who provide sponsorship and interaction with HTG members, members are now equipped with the tools and knowledge to provide an increased level of service in their communities. HTG members are better prepared and understand the importance of positive interaction across all levels of the industry. This includes how disruptive and breakthrough IT solutions will influence their clients with laser-focused training from their peers and leading industry experts.

“HTG member companies benefit from having Acclaim Networks join us at our event and participate in our peer groups,” said Scott Scrogin, President of HTG. “Our members have a passionate commitment to change and improve their businesses and their lives. Great technology matters, but we know that relationships and execution matter more.”

About Heartland Tech Group Heartland Tech Group was founded by Arlin Sorensen in 2001 to bring Iowa-based IT partners together to leverage each other’s talents following the post-dot com downturn. Over the years, HTG has grown from a purchasing group to a serious group of business owners, sales professionals, marketing managers and senior management of IT firms in non-competing geographies who meet for two days each quarter to work on key businesses issues and opportunities for growth. HTG has grown to over 200 members throughout the United States, Canada and United Kingdom.

Acclaim Networks Press Contact
Beth Grimsley
Director of Marketing
817 488-1030
beth@acclaimnetworks.com

HTG Press Contact
Stuart Crawford
HTG Press and Media Relations
403.206.2233
htgmedia@htgmembers.com

Grapevine, TX – April 22, 2009 – Acclaim Networks announced plans to sponsor certified regional training for WatchGuard firewall administration, to be held in Dallas, June 10-12. The classes will be offered at the Las Colinas Executive Suites, 320 Decker Dr, Suite 100 in Irving, TX 75062.

“This is the first time WatchGuard has held certified training in this south-central region in several years, and we’re excited to help make it available to WatchGuard users across the Dallas – Ft. Worth area,” said Acclaim Networks’ Technical Manager, Patrick Blankenship. “The course will be an invaluable tool for teaching IT adminstrators how to configure and manage their WatchGuard firewalls so they can acheive maximum protection for their networks and realize the fastest rate of return on their firewall investment,” said Blankenship.

At the training, students will be provided everything they need: a firewall, laptop, student guides, and a custom Firewalling Basics addendum filled with tips, tricks, and other resources that will help you in your day to day job. Students are encouraged to bring in network maps of their systems, as well as a copy of their firewall config files. After class the instructor will spend one-on-one time with students reviewing their networks, as well as making recommendations how to lock down their firewall more effectively.

Modules covered in the training include: Architecture, Navigation, Basics, Logging, Network, NAT, Authentication, Policies, Proxies, Monitor, Report, Defenses, IPS, Antivirus, MUVPN, SpamBlocker, Managed BOVPN, Maunal BOVPN, and Centralized Management.

Seating will be extremely limited in order to maintain a low teacher/student ratio, and interested participants are encouraged to register early. Single student price is $2,395 for the 3-day course. All registered attendees will also be eligible to win a free X10e Wireless firewall. Interested students should call (888) 327-5647, or click http://watchguardindallas.eventbrite.com/ to register.

About WatchGuard Technologies, Inc.
Since 1996, WatchGuard® Technologies, Inc. has been the advanced technology leader of network security solutions, providing mission-critical security to hundreds of thousands of businesses worldwide. The WatchGuard family of wired and wireless unified threat management appliances and WatchGuard SSL VPN remote access solutions provide extensible network security, unparalleled network visibility, management and control. WatchGuard products are backed by WatchGuard LiveSecurity® Service, an innovative support, maintenance, and education program. WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle and has offices serving North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. To learn more, visit www.watchguard.com.

Grapevine, TX – February 26, 2009 – Vertical Systems Reseller magazine interviewed Acclaim Networks President, David Yandry, for their February 2009 issue. The article discusses some of the challenges and emerging solutions surrounding wireless security for the Small-Medium Business (SMB) market. The full article can be found here.

Grapevine, TX – January 5, 2009 Acclaim Networks announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to resell the web based Allscripts My Way™ Electronic Health Record (EHR) and practice management solution to Dallas Ft. Worth physicians.

Acclaim Networks has been providing network infrastructure solutions for the local healthcare community since 2001. “This partnership will allow us to provide physicians with a turnkey solution they can rely on to help reduce administrative error, streamline office workflows, improve patient care, and save money for their practices every month,” commented David Yandry, President of Acclaim Networks.

The Allscripts EHR, available as both a hosted Software as a Service (SaaS) and on-premise solution, offers robust capabilities for Electronic Health Records, practice management and claims management. Designed to help small physician practices overcome cost and IT complexity barriers, the Electronic Health Record offers many features that make it simple and intuitive for the user, including:

• Offline Synchronization: Physicians can be productive anywhere, any time, even without an Internet connection. Caregivers’ offline changes and entries are automatically synchronized to update records when they reconnect
• Adaptive Learning: The EHR learns and adapts to each user’s patterns and preferences, making workflow and charting faster and easier
• Intelligent Navigation: Relevant clinical content is automatically displayed based on presenting symptoms, even suggesting next logical entry options. Users can move freely throughout the application without enter/exit screens
• Template-Free Charting: Physicians can use their preferred workflow, so they can navigate wherever they need to in the application to document multiple complaints or easily handle multiple patients
• Easy Customization: Physicians and other caregivers using the solution can quickly change and customize screens to match their individual preferences

“Independent physicians and small groups are looking for a way to enter the electronic healthcare highway with affordable costs, minimal IT investment and management requirements, and a product that is easy to learn. We believe our hosted electronic health record offering is the right answer right now,” said Glen Tullman, Chief Executive Officer of Allscripts.
Acclaim will also integrate Cisco’s® UC500 VoIP phone systems with the Allscripts EHR, providing physician practices a bundled solution that combines the latest in communications technology with Allscripts My Way. “The partnership between Allscripts and Cisco allows practices to improve patient safety with more accurate medical records and streamline communications and workflows for more administrative efficiency,” said Yandry.

About Allscripts
Allscripts (Nasdaq: MDRX) uses innovation technology to bring health to healthcare. More than 150,000 physicians, 700 hospitals and nearly 7,000 post-acute and homecare organizations utilize Allscripts to improve the health of their patients and their bottom line. The company’s award-winning solutions include electronic health records, electronic prescribing, revenue cycle management, practice management, document management, medication services, hospital care management, emergency department information systems and homecare automation. Allscripts is the brand name of Allscripts-Misys Healthcare Solutions, Inc. To learn more, visit http://www.allscripts.com.

About Acclaim Networks
Headquartered in the heart of the Dallas – Ft Worth Metroplex, Acclaim Networks is a privately-held network integrator focusing on providing high-quality hardware, software and professional services to small to medium-size businesses located throughout the area. Specialized services include Network Design, Implementation and Support, VoIP Telephony Solutions, and Outsourced IT Project Management.

Press Contact: Beth Grimsley
Acclaim Networks
817 488-1030
beth.grimsley@acclaimnetworks.com

Grapevine, TX – June 18, 2008– Acclaim Networks announced today it has achieved Select Certification from Cisco®. The Select Certification recognizes Cisco resale channel partners whose primary focus is on the small and medium-sized business (SMB) market with fewer than 250 employees.

“Acclaim Networks is proud to be working with Cisco as a Select Certified Partner,” states David Yandry, Acclaim Networks President. “This certification represents a significant advancement of Acclaim Networks’ capabilities and offerings, allowing us to better serve our clients with Cisco’s industry-leading SMB solutions and services. Through this new certification, Acclaim Networks continues to demonstrate our unqualified commitment to delivering state-of-the-art solutions and world-class customer service.”

“The Cisco Select Certification was created in response to customer demand for channel partners to be capable of designing and implementing SMB-specific Cisco solutions,” said Surinder Brar, senior director of worldwide channels at Cisco. “With the Select Certification, Acclaim Networks has made an investment in obtaining the training, skills and knowledge necessary to play a pivotal role in meeting this increasing demand.”

To earn Select Certification, Acclaim Networks fulfilled the training and exam requirements for the SMB Specialization. Acclaim Networks also met the personnel, training, and post-sales support requirements set forth by Cisco.

The Cisco Resale Channel Program provides partners with the training required to build sales, technical and Cisco Lifecycle Services skills. Cisco resale partner certifications—Select, Premier, Silver and Gold—represent an increasing breadth of skills across key technologies and a partner’s ability to deliver integrated networking solutions. Cisco resale partner specializations—Entry, Express, Advanced and Master—reflect an increasing depth of sales, technical and service expertise in particular technologies.

About Acclaim Networks
Headquartered in the heart of the Dallas – Ft Worth Metroplex, Acclaim Networks is a privately-held network integrator focusing on providing high-quality hardware, software and professional services to small to medium-size businesses located throughout the area. Specialized services include Network Design, Implementation and Support, VoIP Telephony Solutions, and Outsourced IT Project Management.

Press Contact: Beth Grimsley
Acclaim Networks
817 488-1030
beth.grimsley@acclaimnetworks.com
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