VMware, CENIC Collaborate to Support Research and Education

New Post Public Reply Private Reply Replies (0) Message Board
News Desk 2018
64
VMware, CENIC Collaborate to Support Research and Education in California

PALO ALTO, CA and BERKELEY, CA --(Marketwired - April 25, 2017) - VMware ( NYSE : VMW ) and CENIC today announced an agreement that will streamline the purchase of VMware technologies by CENIC's members.

The collaboration extends VMware's industry-leading virtualization and cloud solutions for education to CENIC's 10,000 member institutions statewide. Universities, schools, libraries and other cultural, scientific and arts organizations can now purchase VMware's products that simplify complex IT environments for end users, accelerate digital transformation and positively impact student learning at favorable terms and prices.

"VMware is excited to expand our work to help simplify, modernize and secure K-20 educational IT and empower limitless student learning through our efforts with CENIC and its members," said Tim Merrigan, vice president of state and local government and education, VMware. "More institutions at all levels of education are looking to cloud and virtual infrastructure to mobilize the learning environment and eliminate barriers to student learning. We see this contract with CENIC as a way to efficiently accelerate that digital transformation."

The partnership with VMware supports CENIC's dedicated approach as the leading nonprofit providing California learning institutions with world-class networking infrastructure that is vital for innovation, collaboration and economic growth.

"This agreement will support our members who continue to adopt new cloud and virtualization software and services in order to operate more cost-effectively, sustainably and efficiently as they pursue their missions. We are grateful to VMware for extending such attractive prices to CENIC Associates," said Louis Fox, CENIC president and CEO.

About CENIC www.cenic.org CENIC connects California to the world-advancing education and research statewide by providing the world-class network essential for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth. This nonprofit organization operates the California Research & Education Network (CalREN), a high-capacity network designed to meet the unique requirements of over 20 million users, including the vast majority of K-20 students together with educators, researchers, and other vital public-serving institutions.

About VMware VMware is a global leader in cloud infrastructure and business mobility. Built on VMware's industry-leading virtualization technology, our solutions deliver a brave new model of IT that is fluid, instant and more secure. Customers can innovate faster by rapidly developing, automatically delivering and more safely consuming any application. With 2016 revenues of $7.09 billion, VMware has more than 500,000 customers and 75,000 partners. The company is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout the world and can be found online at www.vmware.com .

Media Contact Parker Wishik Hill+Knowlton Strategies for VMware Public Sector Office: 202-944-5171 Mobile: 228-365-2349 parker.wishik@hkstrategies.com Roger Fortier VMware Global Communications Office: 650-427-2410 rfortier@vmware.com

Scroll down for more posts ▼

Top 10 Most Recent News Articles

Feeding Families Foundation Gains $121,500 for NYC Push

Updated Category News Views 4

Holy smokes, here comes some good news in the nonprofit corners! Feeding Families Foundation just got a hefty $121,500 boost from the Association of Contracting Plumbers of the City of New York Inc. This ain't just some pocket change; it's a full-fledged lifeline that helps them keep on delivering meals to parents who are practically living at their kid’s hospital...

Continue Reading
Inovonics Duress Card Enhances Safety for K-12 and Beyond

Updated Category News Views 7

A New Dawn for Safety in Schools and More It's about time we talk about something more substantial than just beefing up security cameras or tightening door locks. Real-world problems require nimble solutions, and that's where Status Solutions steps in with the Inovonics Duress Card. It's not just another gadget; it's a lightweight, wrist-mounted lifeline designed to say,...

Continue Reading
Robotics in Cleaning: 2026 Sees Double Adoption Rates

Updated Category News Views 4

Cleaning Industry Eyes Robotic Solutions Amid Labor Squeeze In a twist that's got industry veterans nodding knowingly, the cleaning industry is tipping towards automation. The recent 2026 Building Service Contractor Market Study reveals a massive leap: 32% of building service contractors (BSCs) plan to embrace robotic floor equipment in the coming year. That's a...

Continue Reading
Rosewood HK Tops Best Hotel List Again; Asia Shines

Updated Category News Views 2

Holding the Crown: Rosewood Hong Kong's Triumph When a single hotel keeps nabbing the top spot in the world's most prestigious rankings, it's worth taking a closer look. That's exactly what's happening with Rosewood Hong Kong, crowned the world's best once more in 2026—its second consecutive year at the pinnacle according to The 50 Best Hotels. Defining Luxury on a...

Continue Reading
NY Sheriffs' Court Battle: Immigration Policies Under Fire

Updated Category News Views 5

Sheriffs Clash with State Over Immigration Policies In a tense showdown reminiscent of an old-time standoff, 15 New York county sheriffs have drawn their battle lines against the state’s capricious maneuvers by pushing a federal court to hit the brakes on Albany’s newly minted immigration rule. The so-called “Local Cops, Local Crimes Act” is catching serious heat,...

Continue Reading
Cabot Wilds: Nova Scotia's Next Luxury Golf Haven

Updated Category News Views 7

Breaking New Ground in Golf and Luxury Cabot and the Bragg family are cooking up something extraordinary in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia. The new luxury lifestyle and golf destination, Cabot Wilds, promises to be more than just a retreat—it's a bold statement on how to marry nature, luxury, and community. Set to open in late 2027, this expansive 2,500-acre resort will...

Continue Reading
Postal Connections Expands with New Hillsboro Opening

Updated Category News Views 8

Expanding Horizons in Hillsboro In the world of postal and office services, Annex Brands, Inc. is making headlines by launching yet another Postal Connections spot, this time planting its flag in the tech-centric town of Hillsboro, Oregon. Spearheaded by Jason Rautenkranz, this expansion is more than just another dot on a map—it's a strategic push into one of the...

Continue Reading
TGI Fridays Unveils New 3 For All Menu Options

Updated Category News Views 7

Hedging Bets on New Dining Strategies Oh, the restaurant battlefield—where one day you're the toast of the town, and the next, you're hustling to keep those seats filled. TGI Fridays, a name as synonymous with casual eats as long as I’ve been in this game, is rolling the dice with a new offering dubbed '3 For All.' Doesn't sound like your average meal deal either....

Continue Reading
NOAA Taps ICEYE US for Game-Changing SAR Satellite Data

Updated Category News Views 6

The Strategic Move to SAR Data Imagine this: You’re in the thick of a hurricane, where visibility goes out the window, and traditional satellite data chokes under the crushing weight of clouds and nightfall. That's the precise chaos ICEYE US is cutting through with its Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology. The latest scuttlebutt is that NOAA's getting cozy with...

Continue Reading
Paula's Choice Elevates Skincare Game with New Campaign

Updated Category News Views 5

Strategy Meets Skincare: Paula's Choice in the Spotlight Catch this: Paula's Choice just dropped a moisturizer, but it ain't just lotion. No, the Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Intensive Moisturizer is here with a punch. And they've got Hannah Waddingham, of 'Ted Lasso' fame, fronting a campaign that screams confidence. Now, that's a way to announce your move at the...

Continue Reading

Top 5 Most Recently Viewed Articles

Xiaomi's Strategic Alliance for Expanding Electric Vehicle Charging

Updated Category News Views 191

Xiaomi Expands Electric Vehicle Charging Network Xiaomi Corp (OTC: XIACF) is exciting electric vehicle (EV) owners by offering them access to a vast network of charging stations through partnerships with major players such as NIO Inc (NYSE: NIO), XPeng Inc (NYSE: XPEV), and Li Auto Inc (NASDAQ: LI). This move marks a significant step in Xiaomi's ambition to establish a...

Continue Reading
FACE FOUNDRIÉ Opens First Location in California

Updated Category News Views 485

FACE FOUNDRIÉ Expands to New Markets FACE FOUNDRIÉ, a leading facial bar, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first California location. This new store is situated in the vibrant Marina District of San Francisco, a city well-known for its emphasis on wellness and self-care. The expansion into California marks a significant milestone for FACE FOUNDRIÉ, which has...

Continue Reading
Investors Encouraged to Join SoundHound AI Class Action

Updated Category News Views 420

Understanding the SoundHound AI Investor Situation Recently, a global investor rights law firm has begun investigating securities claims concerning shareholders of SoundHound AI, Inc. (NASDAQ: SOUN). This inquiry stems from allegations that misleading business information may have been distributed to the investing public by the company. For stakeholders, this is an...

Continue Reading
Understanding Marathon Oil's Price-to-Earnings Ratio

Updated Category News Views 62

Understanding Marathon Oil's Stock Performance Currently, Marathon Oil Inc. (NYSE: MRO) is trading at $29.11, reflecting a slight increase of 0.41%. Over the last month, this stock has shown a notable rise of 11.25%, while its performance over the past year mirrors this trend with an 11.21% increase. Such figures frequently spark optimism among long-term investors, but...

Continue Reading
Global Bulletproof Helmet Market Set to Surge to $2.2 Billion

Updated Category News Views 186

The Future of the Bulletproof Helmet Market The bulletproof helmet market is on the threshold of significant growth, projected to reach $2.2 billion by 2034. This promising outlook is driven by several key factors including increased global defense spending, a rising demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) in military and law enforcement sectors, and the escalating...

Continue Reading