Sektor News

Sektor Acquires AdvanPOS

15th February 2012

Sektor Distributors Pty Ltd is pleased to announce the acquisition of the AdvanPOS agency and its Australian operations, effective 20th of February 2012.

AdvanPOS Australia has developed a range of high quality POS products and expanded rapidly over the last 2 years delivering unique and customized solutions to its business partners

Cameron Arnold, General Manager of Sektor Distributors Pty Ltd said “the acquisition of AdvanPOS will provide us the opportunity to leverage off each other’s strengths and provide our customers with a more superior range of products and services. It will enable us to continue to break new ground in offering our customers an extended diversity of range of products as well as adaptability in end user requirements.

Robert Vernali, General Manager of AdvanPOS in Australia said,” the acquisition of our operations by Sektor represents a natural progression of our rapidly expanding business. Our customers will benefit enormously from being able to access the Sektor national distribution and IT infrastructure, its complimentary range of Tier 1 products but most importantly Sektor’s experienced Sales,  Support and Technical teams.

The Sektor team will be further strengthened by the addition of Robert Vernali, who will join the Melbourne based Sektor team and continue to focus on developing the Advanpos brand. The Melbourne based Sektor team will relocate into the existing AdvanPOS office at 131 Boundary Road North Melbourne.


For further information, please contact Cameron Arnold, camerona@sektor.com.au.

Datalogic form one ADC Business

1st January 2012

Datalogic Mobile, Datalogic Scanning, Enterprise Business Solutions and Evolution Robotics Retail come together as Datalogic ADC. These four market leaders have combined forces to drive complete world-class solutions in the Automatic Data Capture market.

The new Datalogic ADC division now presents the market with a single point of reference to meet all your needs, offering quality, flexibility, efficiency and the highest possible level of customer satisfaction.

Datalogic is focused on providing comprehensive solutions aimed at specific vertical market requirements. Whether it be in retail or healthcare, transportation & logistics or manufacturing, they are ready to propose the best solution for your needs.

The Datalogic ADC sales force, customer service and technical support base has been amplified to assure fast and efficient service at all times, all over the world. A new website has been created which is full of new and improved tools and services for you to consult and use.

Sektor gain Distribution of Mobility under new Datalogic ADC Business
As part of the migration of the different business units into one ADC provider, Sektor are also pleased to announce that we are now able to offer the complete range of Datalogic ADC Scanning and Mobility products.

As valued business partners, you can now benefit from a complete range of solutions coming from one source, ranging from hand-held and fixed retail scanners to mobile computers and integrated business solutions.

For more information please contact Scott Pirret.  Email: Scottp@sektor.com.au Cell: 0438 715-657
 

HP to Keep PC Division

27th October 2011

HP today announced that it has completed its evaluation of strategic alternatives for its Personal Systems Group (PSG) and has decided the unit will remain part of the company.
 
“HP objectively evaluated the strategic, financial and operational impact of spinning off PSG. It’s clear after our analysis that keeping PSG within HP is right for customers and partners, right for shareholders, and right for employees,” said Meg Whitman, HP president and chief executive officer. “HP is committed to PSG, and together we are stronger.”
 
The strategic review involved subject matter experts from across the businesses and functions. The data-driven evaluation revealed the depth of the integration that has occurred across key operations such as supply chain, IT and procurement. It also detailed the significant extent to which PSG contributes to HP’s solutions portfolio and overall brand value. Finally, it also showed that the cost to recreate these in a standalone company outweighed any benefits of separation.

The outcome of this exercise reaffirms HP’s model and the value for its customers and shareholders. PSG is a key component of HP’s strategy to deliver higher value, lasting relationships with consumers, small- and medium-sized businesses and enterprise customers. The HP board of directors is confident that PSG can drive profitable growth as part of the larger entity and accelerate solutions from other parts of HP’s business.

PSG has a history of innovation and technological leadership as well as an established record of industry-leading profitability. It is the No. 1 manufacturer of personal computers in the world with revenues totaling $40.7 billion for fiscal year 2010.
 
“As part of HP, PSG will continue to give customers and partners the advantages of product innovation and global scale across the industry’s broadest portfolio of PCs, workstations and more,” said Todd Bradley, executive vice president, Personal Systems Group, HP. “We intend to make the leading PC business in the world even better.”

Zebra appoints Sektor

1st September 2011

Sektor is proud to announce the addition of Zebra Technologies Label Printers and consumables to its vendor line up.

Sektor Australia’s General Manager, Cameron Arnold say’s “It’s a logical extension of our success in growing the Zebra brand in New Zealand over the last 2 years. We are committed to bringing new levels of service and stock holding of the Zebra brand to our Australian Partners”.

Arnold continues “With AIDC channel industry experts based in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, along with a new warehouse opening in October in Perth, we have a highly energized team that are committed to supporting the Zebra channel”.

Zebra’s George Lianos says “Sektor’s established AIDC channel program infrastructure will help us work more efficiently with many value-added resellers and systems integrators. Sektor Distributors’ true, value-added distribution model is imperative to Zebra’s growth in the Australia & New Zealand region. We look forward to continuing and growing our relationship in the coming years”.

Having received an initial shipment Sektor expects to be fully stocked within September.

Sektor update on HP news

30th August 2011

You may have read the recent announcement that HP’s board is evaluating strategic alternatives for the Personal Systems Group business (the rPOS product set falls under this group). Although these may include a range of options, this was not an announcement of a shutdown of the company’s PC business. Rather, HP sees an opportunity to better provide the PSG business with improved flexibility, innovation and responsiveness by considering separating the PSG business from HP’s current portfolio.

We have spoken at length to HP senior leadership team and it is clear that HP remains fully committed to its customers and will continue to deliver innovative products, services and support in Australia, New Zealand and globally.

HP has confirmed that the warranties provided with their PC products (including rPOS) and services will be honored regardless of PSG’s future ownership status. In addition, HP has advised that the announcement did not change its PC and rPOS product roadmaps nor their relationships with their sales, technology and supply chain partners.

HP will continue to make its own statements which customers should refer to, but we wanted to let you know that from Sektor’s perspective it is business as usual. You should feel absolutely comfortable and confident in buying HP, just as you always have, despite the confusion HP’s competitors might be stirring. Sektor remains committed to HP and their products, and we look forward to traveling on this journey with them. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this further please feel free to call your Sektor Account Manager, HP’s PSG team directly or Sektor management.

Australia:	Cameron Arnold	camerona@sektor.com.au
New Zealand:	Rhys Warren	rhysw@sektor.co.nz

Three new BDM’s start at Sektor

8th August 2011

Sektor is pleased to announce the arrival of its remaining team members;

Sydney:
Craig Alderson starts with Sektor on the 8th of August as our POS BDM, having driven Toshiba Tec and more recently AdvanPOS sales efforts. Sektor’s General Manager Cameron Arnold say’s “ We are very pleased to have Craig on the team, his technical skills coupled with his strong customer service ethos will really add value to our POS resellers and Integrators”. Craig is based in our Sydney office craiga@sektor.com.au

Perth:
Karl Brown starts with Sektor on the 9th of August, having serviced and supported W.A. based Mobility and POS partners with Vantex for many years. Arnold continues “Karl’s reputation for pre and post sales support precedes him, we are very fortunate to have him running our Perth based operation which will include our Perth based warehouse”. Karl is based in our Perth office karlb@sektor.com.au

Brisbane:
Scott Pirret starts with Sektor on the 10th of August, having serviced and supported Queensland based Mobility and POS partners with Vantex for many years. Arnold say’s “Sektor’s Queensland based partners and resellers will benefit greatly from Scott’s in depth knowledge of the local market along with his expertise around both our POS and Mobility line up, Scott’s reputation has been built around over servicing his customers”. Scott is based in Brisbane scottp@sektor.com.au

The team at Sektor is excited to have the final team members onboard as we gear up with the sole purpose of supporting you, our partner, better.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at camerona@sektor.com.au

PioneerPos releases new Healthcare All-in-one touch screen computer.  

17th March 2011

The CarisTouch is a state-of-the-art All-in-one touch screen computer, designed specifically for the healthcare applications. Powered by Intel, its rugged design allows the CarisTouch to withstand the harsh and demanding healthcare environments. Every CarisTouch screen is built to protect against liquid sprays, and can withstand millions of touches. Its enclosure contains an anti-microbial additive to prevent the growth and spread of surface micro-organisms and bacteria.

In order to help comply with HIPAA requirements, the CarisTouch is equipped to protect patients' personal and confidential information. Its innovative design allows a privacy screen filter to be embedded internally, allowing only the person standing in front of the screen to see the information, concealing views from other angles. By embedding the privacy filter, the CarisTouch eliminates the need to regularly clean the privacy filter from fingerprints and possible scratches.

Intermec Completes Their Acquisition of Vocollect

March 2011

Intermec is proud to announce that they have completed the acquisition of Vocollect, the leading provider of voice-directed workflow solutions for mobile workers in distribution and warehouse environments worldwide.

When combined with Intermec's industry-leading products and customer relationships, the acquisition will establish Intermec as a clear market leader in warehouse solutions and give us the talent and technology base for creating unique new market-focused solutions in the AIDC industry. Working together, we believe we can accelerate the adoption of voice-directed workflow solutions on a global basis and create new innovative warehouse solutions capabilities for our customers and Channel partners.

Melbourne BDM Announcement

28 Feb 2011

Sektor is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Strong, who will be servicing the Victorian POS market whilst being our lead on label and receipt printing solutions.

Martin will start at Sektor on April 1st 2011.

Sektor’s General Manager – Cameron Arnold says “Marty brings with him many years experience in POS distribution. Marty has an exceptional understanding of POS, in particular label and receipt print solutions along with a great background in product marketing” Arnold continues “as our second Melbourne based BDM, Marty will further strengthen our service to Victorian partners and he will also be working closely with key vendors. I am certain Marty will be a valuable addition to the team and I am delighted to have him on board”

For further details please contact Cameron Arnold

Gryphon 4000 HC (Healthcare) Series

3 February 2011

The Gryphon™ HC (Healthcare) readers provide unmatched flexibility by offering healthcare professionals the complete scanning and radio technology available with the Gryphon family of scanners. From linear to full 2D bar code scanning and from corded to standard Bluetooth® Wireless Technology or the powerful Datalogic STAR™ Cordless System™ radio, Gryphon HC readers offer top-of-the-line products now equipped with anti-microbial plastic enclosures.
The Gryphon HC readers maintain all environmental characteristics, making Gryphon scanners the most durable and reliable product in the industry.
All Gryphon HC readers include the patented Datalogic ‘Green Spot’ technology for good read /perfect match feedback, ideal for quiet environments.

Melbourne BDM Announcement

22nd December 2010

Sektor is pleased to announce the arrival of Craig Randall, who will head up our Mobility and POS offerings to Victorian partners.

Starting on January 17th 2011, Craig’s primary focus will be to support our Mobility partners.

Sektor’s General Manager – Cameron Arnold say’s “Craig brings with him many years experience from within his distribution centric background, along with his most recent experience at Intermec where he was tasked with looking after and growing Intermec’s tier 1 & 2 Enterprise customer base” Arnold continues “Our partners will benefit greatly from Craig’s in depth knowledge of Intermec along with his absolute commitment to the channel and the vendors we represent. We look forward to Craig making a real difference for our partners in 2011 and beyond”.

For further details please contact Cameron Arnold

PreScan by Datalogic simplifies Queue-Busting

12th October 2010

The queue-busting concept is not new, mobile devices to assist with the through put of customers at the POS. However, most if not all of these devices have a mobile operating system, are a mobile application in their own right and require integration to the POS. Enter Datalogic PreScan, a simple, no nonsense solution for an application that has become overly complicated. Click here to learn more.

Smartphone meets rugged PDT

The most anticipated product release of the year was unveiled this week with the arrival of the Intermec CS40. Designed specifically for professionals who need productivity and reliability beyond the smartphone, the CS40 is Intermec’s smallest rugged mobile computer. The Intermec CS40 has been designed specifically to connect the mobile workforce to the enterprise for real-time access to business information and data exchange.

For more information contact: Intermec Product Manager – Iain Walmsley

Sektor Australia Pty Ltd opens for business

3rd September 2010

The team at Sektor is pleased to announce the opening of its Sydney based distribution centre in Alexandria.

Sektor Australia - General Manager, Cameron Arnold says “we’re pleased and excited to have reached the start date. An enormous amount of planning has gone into selecting the perfect vendors to represent in Australia. We believe we are very well placed to assist and support our resellers and partners” Arnold continues “we will strive to deliver new levels of service and support to the Australian partner community”.

Sektor management would like to acknowledge and thank the vendors who have supported Sektor’s entry to the Australian market: HP, Intermec, Epson, Panasonic and Datalogic. We look forward to making a difference and assisting with sustainable growth on behalf of the brands we represent.

Sektor is an innovative solutions distributor…helping its partners deliver business efficiency, efficiently. Sektor will continue to innovate with the sole purpose of supporting our partners, better.

Although the start date is September 3rd, stock will continue to arrive during September. The team envisages that by October 4th all stock and capabilities will be at capacity.

For further details please contact Cameron Arnold