NEC, leading Japanese IT vendor plans to expand a 20% networking market Strengthen

NEC, leading Japanese IT vendor plans to expand a 20% networking market Strengthen by Cisco’s solution for integrated networking system NEC Corporation (Thailand) Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation and a first Japanese IT vendor, has been appointed as ‘Silver Certified Partner’ of Cisco Systems, the worldwide leader in networking after its accomplishment of Cisco’s premier partner since 2003. NEC expects a 20% increase in sales for FY2007 NEC was selected mainly because of its manpower expertise in Cisco’s network and related products, its LAB and tools, and after-sale service management. NEC has committed huge investments to obtain the right tools and training course to educate its employees to improve their capabilities, update technical skills and information on Cisco’s technology. NEC also has an excellent Call Center and technical support team to help its customers solve issues on time. NEC, with its wide range of products in the Thai market such as telecommunications, computers, projectors and electrical appliances, have also delivered IT solutions and services targeted at businesses in hospitality and manufacturing industries, as well as the Japanese companies in Thailand. Dr. Tatchapol Poshyanonda, Managing Director, Cisco Systems (Thailand) Ltd., said, “We are excited about NEC’s progress. As a Silver Certified Partner, NEC together with Cisco, will be able to leverage business opportunities more effectively, with NEC’s local expertise and customer base, especially Japanese companies in Thailand. A good partner is key to Cisco’s success. Businesses today require trustworthy networking partners who evolve their capabilities to meet the growing demands of its customers. Cisco continues to work with its partners to address such requirements. As all our businesses are conducted through business partners, we are committed to supporting them in all aspects – marketing activities, knowledge transfer, and much more.” Mr. Fumiaki Yamada, President of NEC Corporation (Thailand) Ltd. said, “NEC Thailand has conducted Systems Integration (SI) business in Thailand since 1988. We now have 23 IT professionals, and all of them are Cisco certified engineers. Apart from our highly qualified staff, we have provided testing labs, training for employees and customers, support services, and call center, where we can quickly solve technical problems for our customers. We have been supported by our parent company in Japan in terms of investment and technology, so we have access to cutting-edge Internet Protocol (IP) solutions. As a Cisco Silver Certified Partner, we will be able to provide a complete range of services including consulting, procurement and integration services. This is exactly what customers want from us. Thus, we will be able to expand our customer base to include more Japanese subsidiaries.” “For the second half of the year, we believe there will be higher moves in the market as public and private sectors will spend more budgets to drive the economy. Moreover, service providers will introduce innovative IP services, so we expect our sales will grow by 20%, and in 2008, we hope to be appointed as Cisco’s Gold Certified Partner,” Yamada stated. About Cisco Systems Cisco, (NASDAQ: CSCO), is the worldwide leader in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com. For ongoing news, please go to http://newsroom.cisco.com. Cisco, the Cisco logo, Cisco Systems, and the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. This document is Cisco Public Information. About NEC Corporation NEC Corporation (NASDAQ: NIPNY), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is one of the world's leading providers of Internet, broadband network and enterprise business solutions dedicated to meeting the specialized needs of its diverse and global base of customers. NEC delivers tailored solutions in the key fields of computer, networking and electron devices, by integrating its technical strengths in IT and Networks, and by providing advanced semiconductor solutions through NEC Electronics Corporation. The NEC Group employs more than 150,000 people worldwide. For additional information, please visit the NEC home page at: http://www.nec.com * Newsroom: http://www.nec.co.jp/press/en/ About NEC Corporation (Thailand) Ltd. NEC Corporation (Thailand) Ltd. was established in 1988, to facilitate marketing and technical support in this rapidly expanding Thailand. The role of NEC Thai is to strengthen technical and marketing support to its numerous customers and partners, in the field of computer and communications included telecommunication and networking; CTI, PBX solution, POS system, and server, display, biometrics, security solution. NEC Thai aims to be one of the leading network solution providers in Thailand. For more information, please contact: News Release issue by: Suchitra Kovitwanichkanont. Utsanee Ua-ariyasup Cisco Systems (Thailand) Ltd. PC & Associates Consulting Co., Ltd. Tel: 0 2263 7055 (Direct) Tel: 0 2971 3711 Fax: 0 2253 8440 Fax: 0-2521 9030 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Ms. Nitipron Lauhabandhu NEC Corporation (Thailand) Ltd. Tel: + 66-2259-1192 Ext 2801 Mobile: 084-703-8787 Email: [email protected]

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