Compaq shines with Windows2000 and iPAQ etc..
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Compaq demonstrated its continued leadership in driving Windows 2000 to the enterprise with the launch of its certified Data Center solutions for Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter Server. The solutions include comprehensive products, services and programs to accelerate deployment of Windows 2000 Datacenter platforms in the enterprise.
Recently, Compaq completed the world's largest deployment of Windows 2000 and Exchange 2000 seats for Hordaland Fylkes Kommune in Norway. The installation, which includes servers, storage and services, provides e-mail access to 23,000 teachers and students in Hordaland County.
Internet Access
During the quarter, Compaq continued to define the next generation of Internet access devices while leading in traditional PCs. In August, the company launched a number of innovative products under Compaq's iPAQ brand. These products address an emerging market for devices and appliances that span commercial and consumer computing and deliver packaged content and services.
The Commercial Personal Computing Group posted revenue of $3.5 billion, an increase of 28 percent year-over-year. The Group continued to build on its profitability. Segment operating income was $133 million, an increase of $302 million year-over-year and double the profitability of the prior quarter. The Commercial Personal Computing Group accounted for 31 percent of third quarter revenue.
During the quarter, Compaq introduced new Deskpro desktops targeted at simplifying the complexity of computing, featuring streamlined designs and new PC Lifecycle Solutions. In addition, Armada notebook shipments continued to be strong, with revenue up almost 50 percent year-over-year. Windows 2000 deployments helped drive demand, as more and more companies transition to the operating system.
The iPAQ Pocket PC continued to be in high demand during the quarter with demand far outstripping supply. In addition, Compaq's iPAQ BlackBerry Wireless Email Solutions expanded the company's portfolio of groundbreaking wireless email solutions. Compaq is unique in its ability to provide the end- to-end wireless solutions for its customers, from the highest performing servers to the most advanced Pocket PCs and handhelds.
Key wins included iScribe, which plans to purchase 50,000 iPAQ Pocket PCs during the next two years to support its wireless prescription services for the medical community. SBC Communications awarded Compaq a three-year, $250 million contract for Deskpro PCs and services. And, Bertelsmann AG awarded Compaq a contract to provide each of its 75,000 employees with either a Deskpro desktop or an Armada notebook. |
