SAN JOSE, Calif., August 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme
Networks, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXTR) and PCM Inc. (Nasdaq: PCMI) today
announced a strategic relationship with the Green Bay Packers of
the National Football League (NFL) to implement IdentiFi® Wi-Fi
connectivity and Purview analytics to fans at Lambeau Field in
Wisconsin.
The Packers are deploying over 1,000 IdentiFi Access Points
(APs) and replacing their switching technology with Summit series
switches, providing scalability and optimal application
performance. The Packers will also leverage Extreme Networks' Wi-Fi
Coach™ program at Lambeau Field to engage with mobile users helping
them seamlessly connect to the in-stadium wireless.
Key Facts
- Extreme Networks and PCM's Sports & Entertainment Group
have installed the high-density IdentiFi Wireless solution to
provide free Wi-Fi access to fans at Lambeau Field.
- The Extreme Wi-Fi system is designed to support high density
requirements, including high-speed connections for streaming
content and uploading photos and support of social engagement.
- Extreme Networks' Wi-Fi analytics technology Purview provides
the Packers with unprecedented near real-time visibility into what
fans expect from their in-stadium experience, delivering deep
insight and intelligence during the game to measure the fans
experience and engagement with their mobile devices.
- In addition to Wi-Fi technology, Lambeau Field is improving the
fan experience throughout the season with an updated mobile
application for fans.
Executive Perspectives
Mark Murphy, President and
CEO, Green Bay Packers
"Enhancing the Wi-Fi capability at
Lambeau Field has been a priority for us for a number of years. We
take great pride in the game day experience at Lambeau Field, and
know that fans want to be able to use their mobile phones while at
the game. This year, we decided to make a major commitment to Wi-Fi
service, and partnered with Extreme Networks and PCM. Our fans
should see a big difference this year in terms of
connectivity."
Jay Miley, President,
PCM
"Creating the ultimate game day experience is what PCM,
along with partner Extreme Networks, is delivering. The Green
Bay Packers organization will benefit from a centralized management
platform enabling visibility to the Wi-Fi experience. The
goal, dramatically enhance fan connectivity for greater engagement
at the stadium. PCM's extensive Sports and Entertainment
practice has delivered unsurpassed fan experiences to stadiums and
arenas across the US."
Ed Meyercord, President and
CEO, Extreme Networks
"In today's connected economy, the
demands being placed on networks are ever growing. There's no place
where this is more evident than in stadiums like Lambeau Field
where upwards of 80,000 fans are tweeting, posting, watching videos
and uploading selfies, all at the same time. Our strategic
relationship with the Packers evidences our commitment to helping
the NFL and organizations of all sizes and industries better meet
these growing demands."
Additional Resources
- Extreme Networks IdentiFi Wireless Solutions
- Extreme Networks Purview Solution
- Extreme Networks Sports & Entertainment Webpage
- Connect with Extreme via Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn
and Google+
About PCM, Inc.
PCM, Inc., through its wholly-owned
subsidiaries, is a leading technology solutions provider to small
and medium sized businesses, mid-market and enterprise customers,
government and educational institutions and individual consumers.
Including pro forma results from our acquisition of En Pointe in
April 2015, we generated over
$1.7 billion in revenue in 2014. For
more information please visit investor.pcm.com or call (310)
354-5600.
About Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR)
is a software and services-led networking solutions' company
committed to solving IT's toughest networking challenges. Extreme
Networks is headquartered in San Jose,
CA with more than 14,000 customers in over 80 countries. For
more information, visit Extreme's website.
Extreme Networks, the Extreme Networks logo, IdentiFi, Purview
and Wi-Fi Coach are either trademarks or registered trademarks of
Extreme Networks, Inc. in the United
States and/or other countries. All other names are the
property of their respective owners.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the
matters set forth in this press release, including without
limitation statements as to the features, performance, and benefits
of Extreme Networks products, are forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking
statements speak only as of the date. Because such statements deal
with future events, they are subject to risks and uncertainties,
including network design and actual results of use of the product
in different environments. We undertake no obligation to update the
forward-looking information in this release. Other important
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are
contained in the Company's 10-Qs and 10-Ks that are on file with
the Securities and Exchange Commission. http://www.sec.gov.
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