News | August 14, 2008

General Data Among First To Be Named Intermec Certified Printer Service Partner

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Data Company, Inc. (www.general-data.com) has completed its technical certification and is now one of the first partners in the new Intermec Printer Service Partner program (IPSP). One of only 19 partners in North America, this designation solidifies that General Data provides the highest level of product integration and service for all Intermec products, including printers, mobile computers and wireless networks.

The IPSP certification recognizes partners who have demonstrated expertise and excellence in providing service and support for Intermec's line of printers. As an IPSP partner, General Data will have Intermec-certified technicians on staff to provide Intermec Medallion services, including onsite and depot repair services for Intermec fixed, mobile and RFID printers.

This new certification also supports General Data's designation as an Intermec Honours Premier Partner. This elite group of Intermec Partners has demonstrated superior skill and authority with Intermec data collection, printing, mobile computing and RFID solutions. These partners also share an uncompromising commitment to exceeding customer expectations and sustaining ethical business practices.

"We are pleased to recognize and certify our valued partners who are fully committed to the printer market, and maintain the highest level of technical adeptness regarding our printer solutions," said Earl Thompson, Vice President and General Manager of Printers & Media, Intermec Technologies. "The IPSP designation provides customers with the confidence that they are receiving superior, end-to-end Intermec printer sales, service and support from their trusted local provider."

"Our IPSP designation is a natural extension of our status as an Intermec Honours Premier Partner," said Grant Grooms, National Sales Manager, General Data. "Now we can provide Intermec Medallion onsite and depot repair service for Intermec printers while continuing to leverage our strong relationships with our Intermec customers to create complete data collection, mobile computing, printing and RFID solutions that harmonize General Data and Intermec's strengths."

About General Data Company Inc.

General Data Company, Inc. is recognized as a premiere provider of innovative barcode identification and automated data collection products and solutions that enable organizations to streamline workflow, error proof processes, better manage critical data, and improve business-process accuracy, productivity and performance. Founded in 1981, General Data is a privately held company with headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio USA. More information on General Data's products and solutions can be found at www.general-data.com.

About Intermec

Intermec Inc. (NYSE:IN) develops, manufactures and integrates technologies that identify, track and manage supply chain assets. Core technologies include RFID, mobile computing and data collection systems, barcode printers and label media. The company's products and services are used by customers in many industries worldwide to improve the productivity, quality and responsiveness of business operations. For more information about Intermec, visit www.intermec.com or call 800-347-2636.

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