Strategic agreement will provide both TD SYNNEX and SAS partners with greater scale and expanded capabilities
SAS, a leader in analytics, has signed a global agreement that makes TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX), a global leader in distribution and integration of solutions for IT ecosystems, the main partner for the global distribution of SAS® solutions. For the first time, SAS will make its extensive suite of AI and analytics software, including the SAS® Viya® cloud platform, available to select customers across much of the Americas, Europe and Asia using a two-tier channel distribution model.
“Partnering with TD SYNNEX is a smart move for the future of SAS, helping it scale, grow and expand its reach,” said Paul Edwards, director of software channels and ecosystems at IDC. “TD SYNNEX has the power to drive SAS’s indirect channel strategy.”
TD SYNNEX has invested substantially in emerging technologies such as data, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) so that its partners have access to specialized integrated solutions and business enablement for data-driven results. SAS's extensive partner ecosystem, as well as its industry-tailored offerings and constant innovations, complement TD SYNNEX's large international network and vertical skill sets.
“Incorporating distribution and elevating our indirect channel partnerships is an important aspect of our growth strategy,” says John Carey, vice president of global channels at SAS. “Our recent partnership with TD SYNNEX will help us improve scalability, reach new markets and deliver results for our customers and our partners.”
The new agreement provides SAS solution resellers with an enhanced experience with TD SYNNEX, with additional access to experts, dedicated regional presences and reach into new markets. The distribution model is expected to enable these partners to increase their focus on growing their business with SAS and optimizing the customer experience.
“TD SYNNEX is committed to delivering our partners tools that unlock the full potential of the IT ecosystem and focus on solutions that leverage data to drive intelligence,” says Clay Davis, vice president of global data, AI and IT solutions. IoT from TD SYNNEX. “We are pleased to contribute to the growth of SAS through our global reach across channels, while also providing new AI and analytics capabilities to our partners, supporting our commitment to be the destination for AI solutions in the partner ecosystem. technology".
