Oakville, ON Dec 15, 2009 – BlueRange Technology, a leader in information technology and VDI solutions, announced today the appointment of Jody Zedor as Vice President, Sales and Business Development. Jody joins the team in a leadership role and will focus on the continued growth of the overall BlueRange business in North America. Jody will be located in the Oakville, Ontario head office reporting, to Jeff McFarlane, President and CEO of the Xchange Technology Group.
Jody Zedor brings a proven record as an expert sales leader and business developer over the past 20 years; with a career comprised of leadership roles at corporate end-user and channel sales within the IT vendor and reseller space. His tenure involved positions at various manufacturers and distribution channels including Hewlett-Packard, GE Capital IT Solutions, and Dell Canada. Just prior to joining BlueRange Technology Jody was Director of Sales, Central Region, at HP Canada where he led a team of sales and service professionals that were focused on the needs of channel business partners, plus commercial SMB customers across the entire HP portfolio.
“Jody is an excellent addition to the executive team at BlueRange Technology and brings with him a comprehensive understanding of IT solutions and the mid-market customer segment” commented Jeff McFarlane, President & CEO. ”His experience in both the Systems Integrator and Vendor roles provides him a unique perspective that will be insightful as he leads the expansion BlueRange Technology in North America” McFarlane added.
“I’m excited about the opportunity to join such a well managed, and growth orientated company. The opportunities that lie ahead for BlueRange Technology are endless. The company is uniquely positioned to capitalize on Data Center server/storage consolidation and virtualization opportunities, as well as Virtual Desktop and Networking opportunities in this fast growing marketplace” commented Zedor.
About Xchange Technology Group
Xchange Technology Group (formerly IT Xchange Group), established in 1996, is a worldwide leader in information technology and is made up of 4 affiliate companies- IT Xchange, BlueRange Technology, Vernon Computer Source, and PartStock Computer. Through this group of interdependent companies, we stride to become the world’s premier provider of flexible and cost effective lifecycle management programs for IT assets. www.xtgglobal.com
BlueRange Technology delivers world-class technology solutions to solve business challenges in mid-market organizations. We have partnered with the world’s leading hardware and software manufacturers, including: IBM, Lenovo, Microsoft, Cisco, and VMware. BlueRange Technology leverages our IS0 9001:2000 accreditation, coupled with a high standard of engineering and logistics, to help our clients maximize workflow and realize maximum ROI on their IT investment.
Vernon Computer Source focuses on the rental, lease, and lifecycle management of equipment and peripherals from technology manufacturers. Operations are headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with additional facilities in major regions across the United States. Our product portfolio includes IBM, Lenovo, HP, Dell, Sun Microsystems, NEC, Toshiba, Samsung, Infocus, and Apple.
For more information please visit any of our company websites.
IT Xchange is an international distributor of personal computer and server technology, with offices in Canada, USA, UK, China, Japan and Australia. IT Xchange works with a broad network of domestic and international clients, providing customers with quality products that allow organizations to maintain their standard platforms for extended periods of time (Platform Maintenance) or to acquire technology appropriately matched to their applications (Appropriate Technology).
PartStock Computer is a leader in technology lifecycle investments for the educational customer base including K-12, college, and university. At the core of PartStock's foundation is the company's enduring commitment to customer service combined with a proven record delivering quality technology solutions. With a broad product inventory including Dell, HP, IBM and Lenovo, as well as industry leading certifications including Dell's Registered Partner and Microsoft's Authorized Education Reseller.
Xchange Technology Group’s President and CEO Jeff McFarlane transfers to Raleigh, North Carolina
Oakville, ON, August 25, 2008
Jeff McFarlane, President and CEO of the Xchange Technology Group (XTG), has relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina. McFarlane’s relocation will be a significant benefit to the growth of the company, as it will allow increased opportunities to strengthen strategic alliances with key business partners including IBM and Lenovo.
McFarlane established the Xchange Technology Group (formerly IT Xchange Group) in 1996 in Oakville, Ontario, and the company has made the Oakville office its Canadian corporate headquarters for the last twelve years. A year later, the Raleigh office opened. The office is strategically located in close proximity to Research Triangle Park, home to one of the largest IBM operations in the world and other major leaders in the IT industry.
The transfer will be instrumental in leveraging key vendor relationships, including IBM and Lenovo, and will allow for increased contact with worldwide executive and supply chain team members in the area. McFarlane’s relocation will provide a channel to the key individuals and organizations in North Carolina, and will support XTG’s vision to become the world’s premier provider of flexible and cost-effective lifecycle management programs in IT assets.
Xchange Technology Group Expands Business through Relocation of Canadian Corporate Headquarters
Oakville, ON, July 29, 2008
Xchange Technology Group, a worldwide leader in information technology lifecycle management offering innovative product and service solutions, proudly announces that the company has relocated its Canadian Corporate Headquarters. The relocation will allow XTG to meet the demands of corporate development and an aggressive growth plan for the future.
The newly built 62,440 square foot facility is located at 2590 Sheridan Garden Drive in Oakville, Ontario. Consisting of 20,000 square feet of office space and over 42,000 square feet for its distribution and configuration center, the new Canadian Headquarters will facilitate a growing sales team for an increasing customer base, as well as accommodate an extensive selection of inventory. This investment more than triples the size of the previous location, located just 5 kilometers away.
This new Canadian Corporate Headquarters will continue to drive growth and further Xchange Technology Group's vision to become the world's premier provider of flexible and cost-effective lifecycle management programs for IT assets.
The company’s new address is 2590 Sheridan Garden Drive in Oakville, Ontario, L6J 7R2. The phone numbers remain the same, the main number is 905-829-5333 and toll free is 1-888-829-5333.
New Parent Company: 'Xchange Technology Group'
Oakville, ON, July 1, 2008
The IT Xchange Group is proud to announce the establishment of their parent company Xchange Technology Group. The Xchange Technology Group (XTG) will serve as a parent to three affiliate companies: IT Xchange, BlueRange Technology (formerly ITX Solutions), and Vernon Computer Source. Though comprised of three distinct companies, XTG maintains a common goal: to become the world’s premier provider of flexible and cost-effective lifecycle management programs for IT assets.
Accompanied by a new logo, this new brand identity is representative of XTG’s global commitment to their customers, vendors, and business partners. The group is proud to be a company that operates in fifteen locations in seven countries worldwide. This global footprint allows Xchange Technology Group to offer innovative product and service solutions, and is demonstrative of their position as a worldwide leader in information technology lifecycle management.
There will be no structural changes to the organization, ownership, or management. Recently, the Canadian Headquarters relocated to a 62,400 facility in Oakville. This new facility will facilitate XTG’s increasing selection of inventory and growing sales team.
With an aggressive growth plan for the future, the creation of the parent company Xchange Technology Group will provide a solid foundation for its three affiliate companies to drive the success of its valued customers, distributors and partners.