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Unipalm signs exclusive distribution agreement to bring affordable smart home technology to the UK and Ireland (2/3/2006)

ConvergeX signing expands the reach of Unipalm's new home automation division

Unipalm, the UK and Ireland's specialist distributor of secure e-business solutions, has added ConvergeX, home automation software developer for home owners and property developers, to its extensive vendor portfolio. ConvergeX is the first company to offer complete smart home automation solutions at an affordable price point, integrating digital home entertainment systems, intelligent applications and information services.

Under the agreement, Unipalm will provide the specialist services that enable resellers to become authorised ConvergeX suppliers, skilled in all areas of the ConvergeX solution package delivery such as consultancy, installation, support, training and services.

"This new distribution agreement brings a host of opportunities for solutions resellers and property developers looking to tap into the digital home market," says John Turner, head of multimedia networking at Unipalm. "ConvergeX offers the most affordable, easy-to-use and install, advanced home automation solution on the market. Whilst we could already deliver to the high-end of the market through our relationship with HomeLogic, we believe ConvergeX will make digital home technology a compelling option for a wider audience of home owners and property developers."

ConvergeX's scalable home automation platform delivers fingertip control over a range of functions and appliances, including lighting, security, climate control, access control, and entertainment, from a range of devices both in the home and on-the-go such as PCs, PDA's and SmartPhones, from anywhere with an IP connection. The software is built on open standards that ensure broad compatibility with products from leading technology vendors including Microsoft, Cisco Systems, iMate, Viewsonic, Intel and HP. Resellers and developers have the freedom to choose the components that best suit customer needs and not be locked into a single source solution.

"The partnership with Unipalm is key for ConvergeX as Unipalm has many years of experience and expertise with servicing and supporting the UK value added reseller channel," says Jostein Svendsen, chief executive officer at ConvergeX. "Together we aim to expand the offerings and market for smart home solutions in the UK."

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