Bruce Cockburn, sales director of Leaf Wireless, i-mates exclusive distributor for Africa, says: This is a ringing endorsement of the strength of i-mates commitment to, and success with, the Microsoft Mobile platforms, and we are delighted to see i-mate get this recognition.
 
Jim Morrison, CEO of i-mate, comments: This award signifies two important developments for our business. The first is the high level of expertise in Windows Mobile solutions and customer support that we currently offer clients a direct result of our commitment to producing only Windows Mobile solutions. The second and most important is that having Gold Certified status means we will have unrivalled access to Microsoft in terms of support and new product releases.
 
Marianne Rolling, EMEA director for Windows Mobile and Embedded devices, concurs: Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their business demands and technology capabilities. They need to trust in someone that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic technology plans.