Automated Systems Design Earns "Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Expert" Designation from Avaya

Online, October 18, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Automated Systems Design (ASD®) has been awarded the "Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Expert" designation by Avaya Inc., a leading global provider of business collaboration applications, systems and services. ASD, a nation-wide manufacturer and service provider of information transport systems, had to meet rigorous standards in core competency areas to achieve SME Expert status, including customer support, technology knowledge and expertise, sales revenues and marketing support.

The SME Expert specialization recognizes Avaya-authorized partners that have demonstrated in-depth understanding of Avaya solutions in unified communications and contact center solutions for small and medium enterprises, including Avaya IP Office. SME Experts are trained and equipped to deliver communication solutions specifically designed to meet the needs of small and medium sized firms.

"Small and medium sized enterprises have unique communication needs. ASD and Avaya are committed to developing solutions and systems that meet those needs directly. The SME Expert designation is a tangible sign of this ongoing commitment," said Bob Eskew, founder and CEO of Automated Systems Design.

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, with an additional office located in Hickory, North Carolina, ASD provides manufacturing, management and maintenance of nationwide custom turnkey information transport systems. ASD has been named a Top Growth Company by the Entrex Private Company Index (PCI). ASD is also a five-time Inc. 5000 company. For more information about ASD, visit www.asd-usa.com.

About Automated Systems Design, Inc. (ASD®)
ASD is a manufacturer and service provider of information transport systems. ASD manufactures high-performance iCAT-ITS™ copper offerings, including CAT 5E, CAT 6E, and 10-gigabit CAT 6a cables, as well as iGLO-ITS™ fiber optic products based on the MTP style of connectorization known as Snap 'N Glo. In addition, ASD manages physical infrastructures and turnkey nationwide project solutions for national clients seeking a single point of contact, including projects that involve moves, adds or changes. ASD features a network of approximately 700 AASDIs (Authorized ASD Installers), pronounced "as-dee." These are local installers who have been certified in network environments, structured cabling system standards, networking standards for wired and wireless systems, surveillance and access control, and building automation systems. For more information, visit www.asd-usa.com.