NATIONAL AWARD SHORTLIST HONOURS FOR GOLD COAST-BASED TECH INNOVATOR
Announcement posted by Powertec Telecommunications 27 Sep 2018
Leader in connectivity solutions, Powertec Telecommunications, has been shortlisted in one of Australia’s longest-standing business awards program - the prestigious Optus My Business Awards.
Shortlisted as a finalist in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Business of the Year category at the 2018 Awards, Powertec was founded in 1995 on the Gold Coast, and has grown into an international operation across Australia and New Zealand.
“We are going from strength to strength this year,” said Powertec CEO Raymond Smith, whose team has recently introduced a world-first cloud-based Internet of Everything ecosystem, myinsight.io, that has the potential to revolutionise the agricultural industry and beyond.
“What is incredible, over the 23 years we have been in business, are the changes across our industry and also the appetite for better, more robust products and services across a large span of our country.”
“Being shortlisted for awards and acknowledgements is a fantastic nod to our entire team and 2,000 strong dealer network and we are pleased to be recognised for the reputable work that we do.”
Adam Zuchetti, editor of My Business, said it is another big year for Australia’s longest-running SME awards program, with a record number of submissions this 2018.
“Small and medium-sized businesses are undeniably the backbone of our nation’s economy, as well as the heart of our local communities. It is wonderful to be able to recognise them on their achievements in service delivery, product innovation, workplace excellence and commitment to sustainability.”
“Every year, both the number and the quality of submissions we receive for the Optus My Business Awards gets better, making it an ever-more impressive feat for those stand-out businesses who are named finalists. Our judges really have their work cut out for them in trying to select this year’s winners!”
The Optus My Business Awards, which covers 28 categories, acknowledges best practice within a particular industry sector, as well as individual business leaders, excellence in customer service and achievements in innovation, corporate social responsibility and workplace culture.
Winners from company related categories will be shortlisted for the highly coveted Business of the Year Award and will be announced at a black-tie awards dinner on Friday, 9 November at The Star, Sydney.
More about Powertec Telecommunications
Australian-born, global hardware and communications company, Powertec Telecommunications, is optimising connectivity far and wide with its low-cost, smart technology solutions.
From humble beginnings in 1995 as a one-man team on the Gold Coast, the company has grown into an international operation with offices in NSW, Victoria, WA, QLD, NT and New Zealand.
Founder and CEO, Raymond Smith, said that the driving force for the development of the business was to deliver individuals and businesses with solutions to help stay connected.
“Our wireless communication products and solutions aim to make a difference in people’s lives and ensure that they can communicate and be connected no matter where they may be,” he said. “The products we offer are intelligent, reliable and durable for optimal connectivity and best possible performance.”
Through a commitment with its partners and manufacturers, Powertec has secured exclusive distributorship in Australia and New Zealand for many complementary products that have attracted over 2,000 resellers and retailers, as well as internationally.
In 2012, the company teamed up with Nextivity Inc. – a leading developer of cellular coverage technology – becoming the Australia Pacific distributor of Cel-Fi mobile smart repeaters; a first of its kind consumer product to be approved by all mobile carriers in Australia and New Zealand.
“Powertec’s product reliability and onboard intelligence is the reason our network continues to grow and we’re able to offer effective wireless coverage and technology solutions in addition to products that work in harmony with cellular networks,” said Mr Smith.
“Thanks to Powertec’s innovative solutions there are now thousands of sites and users with access to high speed data where previously it was not possible “
Powertec today supplies mobile carriers, large multinational companies, government departments, defence, emergency services, small to medium sized businesses and individuals with its breadth of hardware solutions enhancing the ability to communicate.
www.powertec.com.au
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“We are going from strength to strength this year,” said Powertec CEO Raymond Smith, whose team has recently introduced a world-first cloud-based Internet of Everything ecosystem, myinsight.io, that has the potential to revolutionise the agricultural industry and beyond.
“What is incredible, over the 23 years we have been in business, are the changes across our industry and also the appetite for better, more robust products and services across a large span of our country.”
“Being shortlisted for awards and acknowledgements is a fantastic nod to our entire team and 2,000 strong dealer network and we are pleased to be recognised for the reputable work that we do.”
Adam Zuchetti, editor of My Business, said it is another big year for Australia’s longest-running SME awards program, with a record number of submissions this 2018.
“Small and medium-sized businesses are undeniably the backbone of our nation’s economy, as well as the heart of our local communities. It is wonderful to be able to recognise them on their achievements in service delivery, product innovation, workplace excellence and commitment to sustainability.”
“Every year, both the number and the quality of submissions we receive for the Optus My Business Awards gets better, making it an ever-more impressive feat for those stand-out businesses who are named finalists. Our judges really have their work cut out for them in trying to select this year’s winners!”
The Optus My Business Awards, which covers 28 categories, acknowledges best practice within a particular industry sector, as well as individual business leaders, excellence in customer service and achievements in innovation, corporate social responsibility and workplace culture.
Winners from company related categories will be shortlisted for the highly coveted Business of the Year Award and will be announced at a black-tie awards dinner on Friday, 9 November at The Star, Sydney.
More about Powertec Telecommunications
Australian-born, global hardware and communications company, Powertec Telecommunications, is optimising connectivity far and wide with its low-cost, smart technology solutions.
From humble beginnings in 1995 as a one-man team on the Gold Coast, the company has grown into an international operation with offices in NSW, Victoria, WA, QLD, NT and New Zealand.
Founder and CEO, Raymond Smith, said that the driving force for the development of the business was to deliver individuals and businesses with solutions to help stay connected.
“Our wireless communication products and solutions aim to make a difference in people’s lives and ensure that they can communicate and be connected no matter where they may be,” he said. “The products we offer are intelligent, reliable and durable for optimal connectivity and best possible performance.”
Through a commitment with its partners and manufacturers, Powertec has secured exclusive distributorship in Australia and New Zealand for many complementary products that have attracted over 2,000 resellers and retailers, as well as internationally.
In 2012, the company teamed up with Nextivity Inc. – a leading developer of cellular coverage technology – becoming the Australia Pacific distributor of Cel-Fi mobile smart repeaters; a first of its kind consumer product to be approved by all mobile carriers in Australia and New Zealand.
“Powertec’s product reliability and onboard intelligence is the reason our network continues to grow and we’re able to offer effective wireless coverage and technology solutions in addition to products that work in harmony with cellular networks,” said Mr Smith.
“Thanks to Powertec’s innovative solutions there are now thousands of sites and users with access to high speed data where previously it was not possible “
Powertec today supplies mobile carriers, large multinational companies, government departments, defence, emergency services, small to medium sized businesses and individuals with its breadth of hardware solutions enhancing the ability to communicate.
www.powertec.com.au
ALL MEDIA ENQUIRIES:
Emma Bain | M10 Collective
Ph: 0438 264 355 | Email: emma@m10.com.au