Provident IT Joins Google Apps Authorized Reseller Program

Online, April 20, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Provident IT announced it has become an authorized reseller of the Google Apps™ suite of communication and collaboration tools. Provident IT provides migration services and customization in addition to business training to assist companies in benefiting from the full feature set of Google Apps.

"Being an authorized Google Apps reseller allows us to enhance the value of Google Apps for users in the SMB market," said Stephanie Newport, Provident IT President. "Google Apps for Business offers a broad set of powerful APIs that enable us to help businesses work more efficiently and effectively while significantly reducing IT costs."

Google Apps brings simple, powerful communication and collaboration tools to organizations of any size - all hosted by Google to streamline setup, minimize maintenance, and reduce IT costs. With Gmail (including Google email security, powered by Postini), Google Calendar, and integrated instant messaging, users can stay connected and work together with ease. And, using Google Docs and Google Sites, which include word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and website creation tools, they can share files and collaborate in real-time, keeping versions organized and available wherever and whenever users work.

The Google Apps Reseller program includes resellers, consultants and independent software vendors that sell, service and customize Google Apps for Business for their customers. Provident IT received training, support and deployment services from Google, as well as access to APIs for integrating Google Apps into their customers' business operations. Provident IT is able to retain a close relationship with their customers in order to provide additional service and support. The businesses receiving Google Apps will benefit from the additional attention to their specific needs. For more information on Provident IT's program please visit www.providentit.net and to learn more about the Google Apps Reseller program, go to www.google.com/apps/intl/en/resellers.

Provident IT is a business-focused IT solution provider with over 25 years of real world IT and business experience. We are focused in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area but work with customers all over the country to provide cost-effective solutions that enhance your business function. Our motto is "Run your business without technology running you". We have built a real world return on investment calculator to show you how your business can save using Goolge Apps. Call us today to schedule a consultation - 682.651.5680

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