Syntax Integration Ltd wins a second Gold: Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Security Solutions

London, 16 December 2002 – Today announced that it has become the fourth UK company to be selected by Microsoft as a Gold Certified Partner for Security Solutions. This has been awarded this through their proven ability to implement enterprise security solutions based on Microsoft technologies.

“Syntax is delighted with our new status as a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Security Solutions,” said Tim Parker, Sales & Marketing Director, “We have a wealth of experience in delivering solutions that enable organisations to implement secure infrastructure, and manage the risks. We will be working closely with Microsoft to help our customers gain a better understanding of the evolving security risks, so that they can implement systems to manage security more cost effectively”.

Syntax was awarded the Gold Partner for Enterprise System status last year for its proven expertise in delivering global Windows 2000 and Exchange 2000 migration projects, and with this new award have the increased support of Microsoft to drive security functionality and reliability to enterprise-level customers.

“The Gold Partner Program for Security Solutions is a valuable resource for customers looking to identify solution providers dedicated to upholding the highest industry standards and best practices for secure systems,” said Steve Lipner, Director of Security Assurance at Microsoft. “Syntax has proven its commitment to and expertise in building and delivering security solutions based on Microsoft technologies, and we are pleased to be working with it to help our collective customers get secure and stay secure.”

For more information, please contact: askanexpert@syntax.co.uk

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and Internet technologies for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software – any time, any place and on any device. www.microsoft.com.