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Sierra Wireless and Ingram Micro Sign Distribution Agreement
URL(s): www.ingrammicro.com/corp; www.sierrawireless.com
VANCOUVER, B.C., Oct. 30, 2001--Sierra Wireless (Nasdaq:SWIR) (TSE:SW.) announced today that it has
signed a North American distribution agreement with Ingram Micro Inc., one of the largest global wholesale providers of technology
products and supply chain management services.
Ingram Micro will distribute Sierra Wireless AirCard products, including the Sierra Wireless AirCard 300 and AirCard 510 product line
as well as next generation CDMA 1xRTT wireless modems, and the Sierra Wireless MP200 and the AirCombo 350. The initial products
will be commercially available by Ingram Micro in November 2001. Ingram Micro will also distribute the 700 series operating on
GSM/GPRS networks worldwide.
Sierra Wireless' extensive product line provides the foundation for wireless data solutions to the enterprise who demand improved
communication and increased effectiveness in a growing mobile environment. Distributed through Ingram Micro, wireless data solutions
provide the mobile workforce the freedom and flexibility to access corporate databases, email, Internet and Intranets - anywhere, anytime.
"This collaboration represents an important partnership in Wireless Data and Technology distribution. With Ingram Micro's extensive
reach through national and global channels, and a long standing reputation for delivering integrated technology products and supply chain
management services, Ingram Micro has the ability to distribute product to an extensive network of leading enterprise technology partners,"
said Jason Cohenour, Senior Vice President, Distribution, Sierra Wireless. "As we continue to build solutions for the enterprise, our
agreement with Ingram Micro will assist us in reaching these customers and will provide an integrated approach to service their mobile
needs."
"Sierra Wireless' solid reputation in the industry and award winning product lines, combined with Ingram Micro's global reach and
partnerships with leading enterprise value added resellers, makes this an ideal channel relationship," said Lori Snow, Vice President Product
Management and General Manager Product Specialists, Ingram Micro U.S. "This agreement opens the door to significant opportunities for
our reseller customers looking to provide the enterprise market with solutions that effect how the enterprise conducts business in a growing
mobile environment."
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements relate to,
among other things, plans and timing for the introduction or enhancement of our services and products, statements about future market
conditions, supply and demand conditions, and other expectations, intentions and plans contained in this press release that are not historical
fact. Our expectations regarding future revenues depend upon our ability to manufacture and supply products which we do not produce
today and that meet defined specifications. When used in this press release, the words "plan," "expect," "believe," and similar expressions
generally identify forward-looking statements. These statements reflect our current expectations. They are subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties, including, but not limited to, changes in technology and changes in the wireless data communications market. In light of the
many risks and uncertainties surrounding the wireless data communications market, you should understand that we cannot assure you that
the forward-looking statements contained in this press release will be realized.
About Ingram Micro Inc.
Ingram Micro Inc. is the largest global wholesale provider of technology products and supply chain management services. The company
operates in 36 countries with sales of $30.7 billion for the fiscal year 2000. Ingram Micro's global regions provide the distribution of
technology products and services, marketing development and supply chain management services to more than 175,000 technology solution
providers and 1,700 manufacturers. The company is focused on maximizing shareowner value and achieving customer satisfaction through
innovation in the IT supply chain. Visit www.ingrammicro.com/corp.
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