Microsoft enables SMBs to 'JumpStart' business

NEW DELHI: Microsoft Corporation India Pvt Ltd has announced a special promotion, 'JumpStart' around its Small Business Server 2003 for the end customer. The offer, which is running since January 29, 2005, is valid till March 31, 2005.

To avail this offer and redeem the gifts, the customer is required to download a claim form and send it along with a copy of his purchase invoice and license numbers to Microsoft. The offer entails winning an APC SmartUPS SUA750 UPS worth Rs 7,500 free with SBS Premium Edition and a D-link DES 1008V - 8 port Unmanaged Switch worth Rs 2,750 with SBS Standard Edition. Additionally, there is an early bird scheme wherein for all initial participants Microsoft offers five incidents of free customer assistance under its "First Support" program.

Commenting on the ongoing promotion, Microsoft India SMS&P director Rajiv Mittal said, "Designed specially for our SMB customers, this offer will provide greater functionality and compelling value as they leverage the Windows SBS Server 2003 for managing their day-to-day business processes. Our aim at all times is to provide small businesses aspiring to grow a simple solution from a reliable partner which can be deployed without them having a dedicated IT resource."