Data Systems International, Inc. (DSI) has announced it has achieved premier certification from Cisco. To earn Premier Certification, DSI had to meet standards for networking competency, service, support, and customer satisfaction set forth by Cisco.

"As a Cisco Premier Partner, DSI's clients can be assured we can provide, install, and support the entire end-to-end solution, including the Cisco technology, wireless hardware, and dcLINK software," said John Adams, senior vice president, Sales and International Operations, DSI.

"Cisco is committed to providing tools, training, and programs to help drive partner growth, differentiation, and profitability," said Surinder Brar, senior director of worldwide channels at Cisco.  "By achieving Cisco Premier Certification, DSI has made an investment in delivering the integrated and customized technology solutions today's customers demand."

As a Cisco Premier Certified Partner, DSI demonstrates a range of technical expertise. To achieve Cisco Premier Certification, DSI was required to achieve the Cisco Express Foundation Specialization. This specialization includes tests on technical competency in the integration of basic routing and switching, wireless LANs, and security technologies. In addition, DSI was required to integrate a base level of Cisco Lifecycle Services into their offerings and demonstrate measurably high levels of customer satisfaction based on independently audited customer satisfaction surveys.

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-Express, Master, and Advanced-reflect an increasing depth of sales, technical, and service expertise in particular technologies.

About Data Systems International, Inc.

Data Systems International, Inc., (DSI) provides integrated data collection software, services, and technology to companies worldwide through its offices in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, and its global network of partners. DSI's dcLINK is the most comprehensive automated data collection solution available for accurately tracking inventory, assets, and time using RFID, bar code, voice, and mobile application technology with real-time data integration to leading enterprise software applications. The company is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. For more information, visit http://www.DSIonline.com.