To: SSP who wrote (20545 ) 1/18/2000 1:11:00 PM From: Jim Bishop Read Replies (3) | Respond to of 150070
CRNC news Chronicle Communications, Inc. Subsidiary Approved as Microsoft Certified Solution Provider - MCSP - TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 18, 2000--Chronicle Communications Inc., (OTCBB:CRNC - news), (http://www.chronicleinc.com) announced Tuesday that its AmeriComp Computers, Inc. division has satisfied the requirements to become a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider. The Microsoft Certified Solution Provider (MCSP) program is designed to help companies make the most of the technology marketplace. By participating in the MCSP program, AmeriComp will be provided an opportunity to expand its business and gain access to up to date product, sales and services information. Microsoft Certified Solution Providers are independent companies that team with Microsoft around the world to solve business challenges across industries using Microsoft technology. All MCSPs have a minimum of (2) two Microsoft Certified Professionals on staff with proven expertise in developing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft-based solutions. Program benefits include: Internal Use Licenses such as BackOffice Server®, Visual Studio®, Site Server® (Commerce Edition), Terminal Server®, Small Business Server® and Training Use Licenses. MCSP Members receive internal-use licenses for a comprehensive set of products, including Microsoft® Office Developer Edition, Microsoft® Windows operating systems, Visual Studio®, and Microsoft® BackOffice server and client products. Further benefits include: Product Betas, Productivity Tools, Microsoft Developer Network Universal, Microsoft TechNet, MCSP Program Customer Service, MCSP Online, Sales Support, Sales Kit (online) and Microsoft Sales Training Interactive CD, MCSP Alliance Program, MCSP Member Identity Kit (logo), Marketing/Public Relations Tool Kits, Referrals, Sales and Technical Events and Incident-based Professional Technical Support. ''This is an essential credential for AmeriComp as it expands its products and services. Future designations, certifications and affiliations are planned to demonstrate AmeriComp's commitment to qualified, technically proficient service for our customers.'' Stated John V. Whitman, Jr. of Chronicle Communications, Inc. Special Note: Management believes certain statements in this press release may constitute ''forward-looking statements'' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are made on the basis of management's views and assumptions regarding future events and business performance as of the time the statements are made. Actual results may differ from those expressed or implied. Such differences may result from actions taken by the company prior to its current fiscal year end, as well as from developments beyond the company's control, including changes in global economic conditions that may, among other things, affect the performance of the company's anticipated acquisitions or future business. In addition, changes in domestic competitive and economic conditions may also affect performance of all significant company businesses. Contact: Chronicle Communications, Inc., Tampa David Salmon, 813/630-2762