Intel, PLDT tie up for networking solutions in IT

Philippine Long Distance Telephone Co. (PLDT) has teamed up with chip giant Intel to offer businesses with a hassle-free, turn-key and cost-effective information technology (IT) networking solution that can help increase profitability and competitiveness.

Called SNAP, or Simplified Networks on Auto Pilot, PLDT’s newest offering allows  clients to have the latest PCs with helpdesk support, LAN and server solutions and  broadband connectivity all for a fixed monthly fee.

Officials explained it is ideal for companies in need of either a whole new IT network infrastructure or wishing to augment their current set-up.

Under the arrangement, Intel will power SNAP’s managed PCs and servers  using the latest Intel processors and hardware components, thus ensuring best-of-breed IT solutions.

PLDT corporate business group head Eric R. Alberto said SNAP helps local companies embrace IT in their respective businesses by addressing the common barriers to entry — financial, technical and human resource constraints.

“With SNAP they get the latest IT tools, technical support and broadband connectivity on a flat monthly fee arrangement. Now all forward-looking businesses can have the IT they need to be truly competitive,”  he explained.

For her part, PLDT corporate business solutions head Nerissa S. Ramos added that SNAP effectively cuts through the complexity of setting up an IT network.

“We bring SNAP to our valued customers so that they can delegate all their IT worries to us, and allow themselves to focus more on what they do best... managing their core business,” Ramos added.

With PLDT’s robust and reliable nationwide telecommunications network and Intel’s cutting edge hardware and microprocessors, the two companies hope to help more businesses achieve efficiency and profitability, officials said.