NetstarLogicalis Achieves Cisco Substation Automation Authorized Technology Provider in Australia.

M2 PRESSWIRE-February 28, 2011-: NetstarLogicalis Achieves Cisco Substation Automation Authorized Technology Provider in Australia(C)1994-2011 M2 COMMUNICATIONS

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The Cisco(r) Substation Automation solutions are a critical building block of Cisco's overall end-to-end Smart Grid Architectural solutions that will change the way the world creates, distributes and consumes energy. Cisco Connected Grid substation automation portfolio of smart grid communications solutions will help utilities more reliably and efficiently deliver electric power from generation facilities to businesses and homes, resulting in better energy management, as well as economic and environmental benefits. The purpose-built, ruggedized routers and switches form a resilient, manageable and highly secure network solution for the substation to integrate Internet Protocol (IP)-based communications with the power grid for intelligent grid monitoring and control.

Ongoing user demand and government initiatives for sustainable energy provision have encouraged NetstarLogicalis, the specialist in highly secure, converged infrastructure, to focus on growing its market share in the energy and resource sectors during 2011.

"We were delighted to achieve the Cisco Substation Automation ATP status, as it recognises the considerable expertise we have built up in IP networking in the energy and resources sectors for close to a decade," said James Constable, Director Professional Services, NetstarLogicalis. "As a company focused on operational infrastructure, it's a natural fit for us to support critical public infrastructure. We are firmly focused on delivering high quality services via innovative solutions for improved sustainable energy use and look forward to strong growth in this area."

"Achieving Substation Automation ATP status is an outstanding accomplishment for NetstarLogicalis and demonstrates its skills and expertise in the utility market. NetstarLogicalis and Cisco will continue working together to stimulate technology innovation and accelerate the market adoption of high-quality, IP-based smart grid substation automation solutions," said Les Williamson, vice president of Cisco Australia and New Zealand.

"As we move into new markets and emerging technologies, the Cisco Authorized Technology Provider Partners are instrumental in helping our customers turn innovative technology into a competitive advantage," said Steve Benvenuto, director of emerging technologies for worldwide channels at Cisco. "As a Cisco Substation Automation ATP Partner, NetstarLogicalis brings a unique set of skills to potential customers, combining a proven electronic utilities industry track record with Cisco expertise."

To qualify for the Substation Automation ATP Program, NetstarLogicalis had to meet a number of requirements, from having staff who fulfill specific job responsibilities to achieving the Cisco Advanced Routing and Switching Specialization. Those requirements are designed to help a partner maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.

The Cisco ATP Program is a key part of Cisco's emerging technology go-to-market strategy. The program helps define the knowledge, skills and services that channel partners need to successfully sell, deploy and support a subject technology. As markets mature and technologies progress along the adoption curve, some ATP programs may migrate to Cisco specializations. Progressiva is a boutique PR and communications agency providing creative strategies to consumer and corporate organisations.

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