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	CA is one of the world's largest IT management software providers. Our software and expertise unify and simplify complex IT environments in a secure way across the enterprise for greater business results. We call this Enterprise IT Management (EITM). It's how you can manage systems, networks, security, storage, applications and databases securely and dynamically. Contact Jordan Moss at 425-201-3590.
	Cayzen Technologies, (formerly Coraxis Inc), is a dynamic, fast growing IT solutions provider based in Olympia, WA. We work exclusively with state and local governments helping them design and develop practical, innovative solutions that effectively integrate an organization’s people, processes, and technologies. Cayzen is known for its ability to deliver solutions that have enduring value. We accomplish this from our 100% commitment to our customers’ success and our passion for values, architecture, design, and implementation. Over the past two years alone, our talented teams of professionals have worked on solutions for agencies like L&I, DIS, OFM, OSPI, WSDOT, DOL, DSHS, CTED, LCB, DOP, and WSDA. We specialize in Microsoft .Net Technology and are a Microsoft Certified Partner. Contact Jack Tollefson (360-539-5295 X2003).
	CGI knows the business of government. With 30 years of experience, we've partnered with all levels of the public sector. Our clients include: 90% of U.S. state governments and 75% of Canadian provinces; 300+ local governments, including 70+ of the 100 largest counties; Governments in Europe and Australia: and a majority of U.S. and Canadian federal government agencies. With CGI, clients gain the advantage of technical expertise coupled with extensive government consulting experience. Our industry capabilities and know-how make us an ideal partner to not only deliver the systems government's need, but to provide program thought leadership and process improvements. Contact Cheryl Miles at 206-441-3840.
	Cisco Systems, Inc. is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Today, networks are an essential part of business, education, government and home communications, and Cisco Internet Protocol-based (IP) networking solutions are the foundation of these networks. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create Internet solutions that allow individuals, companies, and countries to increase productivity, improve customer satisfaction and strengthen competitive advantage. The Cisco name has become synonymous with the Internet, as well as with the productivity improvements that Internet business solutions provide. At Cisco, our vision is to change the way people work, live, play and learn. Contact Fred Fox (425-468-0946).
	Eclipse Solutions is an information technology firm specializing in Public and Private Sector Consulting Services including Strategic Visioning, Enterprise Architecture Planning, Business Process Analysis, Procurement, Oversight and Project Management and Quality Assurance Services for complex IT projects. Established in 1997, Eclipse has enjoyed steady growth since that time and opened its office in Olympia, Washington in 2004. Contact Dalene Sprick (360-943-0104).
	Gartner is the leading provider of research and analysis on the global IT industry. We help clients make informed technology and business decisions by providing independent, in-depth analysis and actionable advice on virtually all aspects of technology. Gartner has an extensive focus on public sector organizations-including Federal, State & Local Government agencies, utilities and public education with specialized research, programs and consulting offerings designed to address the unique issues facing public sector clients. Contact Tanya Trachtenberg (239 561-4956).
	General Microsystems Inc. is an Information Technology provider of equipment and services. We help our customers make the best of their Information Technology infrastructure investments enabling them to deliver IT services as efficiently and cost effectively as possible. Our services are geared towards: improving reliability, increasing flexibility, protecting data, and reducing costs. Contact Bill Johnson (425-974-4830).
	GuardianEdge is the leader in endpoint data protection for the enterprise. More than two million users around the world depend on GuardianEdge solutions. Clients include Lockheed Martin Corporation, Deutsche Bank and Humana as well as numerous agencies in the U.S. departments of veteran affairs, defense, state and education. Contact Lee Parkinson (415-683-2218).
	HP is a technology solutions provider to consumers, businesses and institutions globally. HP's offerings span IT infrastructure, personal computing and access devices, global services and imaging and printing for consumers, enterprises and small and medium businesses. Contact John Bachtel (360-859-4222).
	IBM is the world's largest information technology company as well as the world's largest business and technology services consultancy; the world's largest hardware company and I/T rental and financing company. At IBM, we strive to lead in the creation, development and manufacture of the industry's most advanced information technologies, including computer systems, software, networking systems, storage devices and microelectronics. We translate these advanced technologies into value for our customers through our professional solutions and services business worldwide. Contact Mike Andritch (360-705-8880).
	ImageSource, Inc has become nationally recognized for providing professional computer solutions and integration services with a specific focus on business and e-commerce document and information management applications. We have assisted companies nationwide to streamline processes, manage data and content more efficiently through Document Imaging, Workflow, ERM, and Business Process Re-Engineering. Contact Christie Whitney (360-943-9273).
	INX Inc. is a services firm delivering "Business Ready Networks" offering a full suite of Advanced Technology solutions that support the entire life-cycle of IP Communications - Collaboration, Data Management, Security, Voice/Video and Wireless. Contact Robin Currin at (503) 594-0350.
	Logicalis is an international provider of IT Integration Solutions. We deliver high performance environments through our three services areas including Application services, Infrastructure services and Managed services (AIM). With over 18 years experience supporting Washington State and local government agencies, Logicalis has designed, deployed, and managed integrated technology solutions which have enabled our clients to institute state-of-the-art service enhancements coupled with substantial budget reductions. Logicalis offers our clients the technical capabilities necessary to achieve strategic objectives, sparing the expense of an extended learning curve. Contact Maria Webster (360-491-7774x105).
	MERIDIAN Technology Group, Inc. provides IT Professional Services to clients throughout the United States. Headquartered in Portland with satellite offices in Bellevue, Olympia & Phoenix, Meridian brings over 17 years of advanced technology expertise to our clients. We have a successful history of satisfying our clients by providing them with high-caliber consultants including: Project Managers, Business Systems Analysts, Network, System & Security Architects, Application Developers & Programmers, Quality Assurance & Quality Testers, Systems Administrators, Technical Writers and Database Developers & Administrators. When you choose staff augmentation, you choose to use Meridian Technology Group’s employees on a project or short-term basis. Staff augmentation allows you to obtain the services of qualified individuals without the commitment to an additional employee. This solution is often ideal for businesses that need services to accomplish special or seasonal projects without adding permanent staff. Contact: John Creson, Director, Business Development at 360.357.6583.
	Microsoft in the Public Sector By partnering with governments and educational institutions around the world, Microsoft is committed to finding technology solutions that help to improve the operations of government and the delivery of services to its citizens, expand the quality and reach of educational opportunities, and find new ways to grow local economies. Contact Steve Finney (206-234-7409), or Tara Larson (425-736-6408).
	Netdesk is the Northwest's #1 leader in Microsoft technology training. Netdesk focuses on enterprise skills for Microsoft technology professionals with training for engineers and developers in Seattle and Olympia on Windows Server, Vista, SQL Server, Exchange, C#, Visual Basic, XML, .NET, and more. Netdesk delivers the highest customer satisfaction with innovative programs like our 30 Day Schedule Lock, Employer Guarantee, and our exclusive 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Visit Netdesk at www.netdesk.com or contact Nick Lewis (206-224-7631) and find out why the most experienced Northwest companies trust Netdesk for their Microsoft enterprise skills.
	Point B is the first professional services firm focusing exclusively on project leadership and execution. Founded in 1995, the firm provides client companies in Seattle, Denver, Portland and Phoenix with immediate access to a diverse and experienced team of locally-based project leaders. Organizations, ranging from startups to Fortune 100 corporations, turn to Point B for its ability to step into any segment or role of a mission-critical project and help lead it to success. And, unlike many professional services firms, Point B works exclusively for its clients and does not enter into alliances, reseller agreements, or other relationships that might compromise the firm's objectivity. Since its inception, Point B has attracted top project leaders from various industries by offering a culture that promotes flexible work schedules and well-rounded lifestyles for its more than 140 employees. Contact Dave Boland (206-517-2774).
	Qwest provides complete solutions for customer voice, data, and video integration. This includes telecommunications services, customer equipment, management services, design, and support services. Qwest now offers long distance voice and data services worldwide. Contact Mary Bremen (360-754-3154).
	Rhodes Consulting Services, Inc. has an established reputation of providing project management and project planning services for state, county and local governments. These services are provided for both information technology (I/T) and non-I/T projects. Rhodes Consulting also provides services involving reorganization, I/T architecture and management of user acceptance test. Contact Charles Reed (360-943-8188).
	Right! Systems is a professional services company focused on networking, desktop support, and procurement. Specific areas of expertise include wireless, security, IP telephony, Citrix, and Microsoft support. Contact Sean Padget (360-956-0414).
	SAS U.S. Government, the leader in business intelligence, focuses on understanding an organization's business drivers and creating answers to complex problems. In short, it helps state and local governments meet their missions and goals. SAS is used at more than 40,000 sites worldwide, including all 50 states and many local governments. For nearly three decades, SAS has delivered the latest technology to its government customers, taking an organization's operations to a new level. Contact George Mackinnon (206.682.6084x2232).
	Semantic Arts helps organizations plan and implement Enterprise Architecture and Service Oriented Architecture. Contact Dave McComb (970-490-2224).
	Sierra Systems is an IT and management consulting services company with more than 1,000 employees in 18 locations in the United States, Canada and Romania. Our primary goal today is the same as the one we began with back in 1966: to improve our clients' businesses by marrying advanced technology with clear thinking and solid expertise. We offer a full range of management consulting, systems integration and application support services tailored to the unique needs of each of the industries in which we have deep expertise - including: federal, state and provincial government, health, justice, transportation, energy and financial services. Contact John Saunders (360-357-5668).
	Founded in 1979, SolutionsIQ is a leading provider of Information Technology Staffing, Outsourced Services, Consulting, and Thought Leadership. For more than a decade, SolutionsIQ has supported the technology needs of the State of Washington. From deliverable-based projects and IT consulting services to IT staff augmentation, SolutionsIQ provides the flexibility to outsource critical IT projects at all levels. SolutionsIQ provides turn-key management and full life cycle delivery for the development of business systems, application integration, portals and business intelligence. Services and best practices consulting are provided in architecture, design, requirements management, development, test and technical project management. SolutionsIQ Technical Staffing represents the best in IT talent in Olympia and the US with outsourcing capabilities to meet client's needs. Contact Julia Francis (425-519-6718).
	Symantec is a global leader in infrastructure software, enabling businesses and consumers to have confidence in a connected world. The company helps customers protect their infrastructure, information, and interactions by delivering software and services that address risks to security, availability, compliance, and performance. Headquartered in Cupertino, Calif., Symantec has operations in 40 countries. More information is available at www.symantec.com. Please contact Elizabeth McRae (503-614-5003).
	One of three operating units of Verizon Communications Inc., Verizon Business delivers advanced IP, data, voice and wireless solutions to large business and government. Verizon has 32,000+ employees, 321 offices in 75 countries across six continents with a global IP footprint serving 2,700+ cities in 150 countries, more than 200 state-of-the-art data centers in 22 countries, tens of thousands of Customer Relationships including 97% of Fortune 500 and strengths in financial services, retail, high-tech, healthcare, federal/state/local government, and education. Contact Maria Adkisson (360-480-0980).
	Xerox provides digital copying, printing and scanning solutions both for office and production environments; with focus on asset consolidation and a true print management alignment. We also provide Lean Six Sigma consulting to identify work process change opportunities and a full suite of outsourcing services to support the above product and services. Contact Sally Salzberg (206-241-1275).

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