Freudenberg IT (FIT), a global provider of IT services for implementing, optimizing, and operating IT systems and SAP^® solutions, along with 3V Solutions, an SAP partner and provider of IT outsourcing services, have partnered to deliver a new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering in support of SAP solutions. The offering, called FITvFlex 360™, includes financing, hosting services, and on-going support for SAP business applications, including SAP Business Suite.

FITvFlex 360 is tailored primarily to companies who are working directly with an SAP sales account executive and want flexibility around their choice of System Integrator; and with an emphasis on the wholesale distribution and select professional, scientific and technical services industries. Prospective buyers of SAP can now more effectively realize the benefits of mission-critical SAP solutions configured specifically to meet their requirements with a complete operational expense (OPEX) model. Todd Kemmerly, SVP of Sales and Marketing, FIT Americas states, “As a longstanding partner of SAP, with over 40 years’ experience running and hosting SAP solutions, we continue to look for creative ways to bring SAP solutions to the market. The FITvFlex 360 program makes it easier for customers to invest in SAP. It couldn’t come at a better time.”

FITvFlex 360 is now available to customers in North America, providing one-stop shopping for SAP solutions with implementation and operations based on best practices, private deployment with dedicated resources, and first-rate financing options.

Key features of and benefits provided by the FITvFlex 360 offering include the following:

• Allows customers to choose an operational expense model (OPEX) vs. a capital expense (CAPEX) model

• Delivers savings up to 40 percent in IT costs in support of SAP solutions

• Requires no up-front licensing fees

• Licenses for SAP solutions and databases are charged per a monthly fee

• Delivered via an all-inclusive single contract package

• Offered via flexible terms with license buy-out option to own them in perpetuity

• Hosting and application management services provided by Freudenberg IT, an SAP-certified global provider of hosting and cloud services with 40 years of experience in support of SAP solutions

• Full service offering includes technical Basis and functional application management services

• Configured to customer requirements

Freudenberg IT will showcase FITvFlex 360 in booth number 2823 at SAPPHIRE NOW on May 14-16, 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. SAPPHIRE NOW provides the opportunity to explore game-changing solutions and technologies with customers, partners, SAP experts and executives, all in one location.

About 3V Solutions

3V Solutions (3V), headquartered in Atlanta, provides services and support to customers implementing, upgrading, deploying and maintaining SAP solutions. 3V understands the significant potential of cloud computing and offers SAP Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings to companies of all sizes, from large enterprises to small start-ups. Through its worldwide partner network, 3V can tap resources in North America, Europe and Asia to provide a full portfolio of services to guide, implement and support the optimal solution for each of its customers. 3V is an SAP services partner and SAP channel partner authorized to resell SAP solutions, including SAP Business All-in-One, SAP BusinessObjects™ portfolio and SAP Business ByDesign™. It is also a reseller of mobility solutions from Sybase. As a master value-added reseller (master VAR) for SAP, 3V works closely with members of the SAP Extended Business program to help further promote, implement and/or develop solutions for small businesses and midsize companies. 3V consulting teams include consultants who have achieved platinum-level validation from SAP and are available to guide customers in choosing the right options and approaches for their specific needs.

About Freudenberg IT

Freudenberg IT (FIT) is a global provider of IT services for implementing, optimizing, and operating IT systems. FIT specializes in mission-critical hosting capabilities across the globe using its world-class FIT-owned data centers. IT services include Managed Hosting Services (e.g. SAP, Exchange, etc.), LAN/WAN Management, Client Services, Helpdesk Services, Infrastructure-as-a-Service, Disaster Recovery Services, and more. As an SAP-certified global provider of hosting and cloud services with over 40 years of experience running and hosting SAP, FIT is recognized as a strategic partner and top-tier hosting provider within the SAP ecosystem. FIT’s customers benefit from its emphasis on mission-critical computing with extensive audits and certifications across most industries. FIT is part of the Freudenberg Group, a family-owned business of 160+ years, employing over 37,000 employees across 58 countries today and with solid financials of over €6 billion (a 9.6 percent increase over 2010) in annual revenues.

For more information, please visit: http://www.freudenberg-it.us

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