Mainline Named to CIOReview Top 20 IBM Solution Provider List
Mainline Recognized for Delivering IT Adaptability, Flexibility and Technical Depth TALLAHASSEE, FL – May 15th, 2020 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, has been named to the CIOReview Top 20 Most Promising IBM Solution Provider list. Mainline was recognized by CIOReview for delivering IT adaptability, flexibility, and technical depth. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, as many businesses find themselves dealing with a new set of urgent IT challenges, Mainline remains committed and responsive to our customers’ immediate needs, as well as their longer term, post-pandemic planning. “We maintain our full support, mostly provided remotely, to meet client’s requirements and expectations,” says Jim Dixon, Mainline VP of Software & Servers. “We continue to maintain a 2:1 ratio of technical to sales resources that our customers depend on,” adds Dixon. Established in 1989, Mainline delivers IT business solutions to enterprises across the United States. Mainline’s portfolio of solutions includes hybrid multicloud, data and analytics, open source, cybersecurity, managed services, AI, networking and more. “For three decades, our strategy has been to be the best IBM Solution Provider in the United States. Over time, as our customers’ requirements have changed, we have expanded our offerings […]
Mainline Information Systems Wins IBM Beacon Award for Most Innovative Client Experience on Z
IBM recognizes Mainline for delivering Db2, Blockchain-like solution on IBM Z, satisfying US legislation mandate for the entertainment industry TALLAHASSEE, FL – May 5th, 2020 Mainline Information Systems, a leading provider of IT solutions and services, has been named winner of the 2020 IBM Beacon Award for Most Innovative Client Experience on Z. This auspicious award will be presented during the IBM Think digital conference on May 5, 2020. Winning this award validates our achievements and our dedication to delivering business value through a first-if-its-kind, scalable database that provides an authoritative view of ownership and licensing information within the United States entertainment industry. Mainline was selected as one of only 17 total Beacon Award winners across the IBM portfolio, standing out among dozens of global applicants. Winners were chosen by a panel of expert judges that consisted of industry experts, IBM executives and industry analysts who recognized how this Db2, Blockchain-like solution on IBM Z sparks client innovation with IBM technology. “This win exemplifies our commitment to innovation, and more importantly, our dedication to solving our customers’ business problems,” said John McCarthy, President and CEO of Mainline. “Although there are similarities across industries, every customer is unique, and our consultative methodology is […]
Mainline Information Systems Named CRN® 2020 Tech Elite 250 Solution Provider and MSP 500 Elite 150 Managed Services Provider
CRN® Tech Elite 250 are Highest Achieving IT Solution Providers in Vendor Certifications CRN® MSP 500 Elite 150 Deliver Managed Services Solutions, on-premises and off-premises, resulting in operational efficiencies, IT system improvements, and a higher rate of return on investments for their customers TALLAHASSEE, FL – April 8th, 2020 Mainline, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Mainline Information Systems to its 2020 Tech Elite 250 list and its 2020 MSP 500 Elite 150 list. These annual lists honor a select group of North American IT solution and Managed Services providers that distinguished themselves within their industry. In compiling the Tech Elite 250 list, The Channel Company’s research group and CRN editors collaborated to assess the most customer-beneficial technical certifications in the North American IT channel. These technical certifications-from vendors including IBM, HPE, Dell Technologies, NetApp, Cisco, Juniper, Nutanix, Palo Alto, Pure Storage, Red Hat and VMware, among others-have enabled solution providers to deliver an outstanding level of premium products, services and support to their North American customers. The MSP 500 Elite 150 list recognizes North American solution providers with innovative approaches to managed IT services. […]
Message from John McCarthy President and CEO, Mainline Information Systems
First and foremost, on behalf of our Mainline family, I want to express our concern for you and your family’s wellbeing and safety during this time of global crisis. You have my commitment that we will continue to take all necessary steps to protect the health of our employees and you, our customers, as well as to continue to provide support for your business. Mainline has taken the following actions to minimize the spread of COVID-19 and deliver the service and support on which our customers depend: We have implemented our own Business Continuity plan to assure continuous operation for our clients. We will continue to closely monitor the situation and are following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). We have prohibited travel for non-essential meetings and there is no travel allowed outside of the US. We will use our virtual meeting platform solutions to facilitate most of our client and internal meetings. Our in-person events have been postponed, in accordance with the CDC. In-person meetings will adhere to CDC space and multi-person recommendations. Most Mainline employees are remote (home office) workers; We have transitioned most of our headquarters personnel to […]
Mainline Named to “Top 10 SAP Solution Providers – 2019”
Mainline Recognized by CIO Applications for being at the forefront of providing SAP solutions that transform business. TALLAHASSEE, FL – December 18th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, has been named by CIO Applications magazine as “Top 10 SAP Solution Providers – 2019”. In the annual CIO Applications – SAP Edition, Mainline was recognized as one of 10 companies leading the forefront of providing SAP solutions that help to transform business. A significant challenge lies ahead for thousands of SAP customers needing to migrate to the SAP HANA database. Mainline is helping businesses overcome their migration challenges by providing architecture choices, sizing, high availability configurations, DR planning and security. “Choosing an infrastructure that provides maximum value and highest cost benefit, while advancing governance and risk management is critical to our customers,” said John McCarthy, Mainline President and CEO. Mainline has a 30+ year legacy of providing IT solutions to customers in various industries, across the US. For the past 9 years, Mainline has invested heavily in analytics, security, AI, cloud and hybrid cloud solutions to help its customers as they extend their applications to modern platforms, such as SAP HANA and container technology. PACCAR […]
Mainline Information Systems Announces Regional Vice President of Sales
Randy Moeller promoted to Regional Vice President of Sales for US Central Region; Greg Schneider to retire as RVP of Sales. TALLAHASSEE, FL – December 5th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced the promotion of Randy Moeller to Regional Vice President of Sales for the Company’s US Central Region, reporting directly to Eric Mann, EVP of Sales, Marketing and Corporate Development. Randy will be filling the position vacated by Greg Schneider who has decided to retire at the end of 2019. Greg Schneider, a 21-year Mainline Sales Management Executive, led the Central Region through enormous success. “Greg developed and fostered many strong relationships, helped build a high achieving Central business, and gave exemplary care and guidance to his team throughout their journey”, said Eric Mann. “We wish Greg much good luck on the chapters to come and we thank him for his dedication and service.” Randy is a 14-year veteran of Mainline, holding multiple customer facing technical and sales positions, most recently an accomplished Account Executive in Michigan and the surrounding area. In his new role, Randy will lead the Company’s Central Region sales organization, encompassing the mid-western states from Missouri […]
Mainline Information Systems Named to IBM Analytics and Cloud Integration Global Elite Program
TALLAHASSEE, FL – October 15th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, Inc., a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced that the company has been selected to join the IBM Global Elite Program. The IBM Global Elite Program is a holistic program for IBM’s top Analytics and Cloud Integration clients and business partners designed to maximize client success with IBM offerings. IBM Global Elite for Partners membership is offered by invitation only to a limited number of partners with the goal of providing a differentiated relationship with IBM that will result in providing higher value to customers. “Our customers are looking to integrate hybrid cloud solutions into their environments to gain efficiency and flexibility,” said Eric Mann, EVP Sales and Marketing of Mainline. “Our exclusive membership in the IBM Global Elite program will enable us to deliver more value to our customers as they plan their journey to cloud and AI.” As a member of the IBM Global Elite for Partners, Mainline will receive increased access to education and technical resources, tighter alignment with IBM Offering Management Teams, and be positioned to accelerate delivery of integrated solutions and service to our customers. About Mainline Information Systems, Inc. Mainline, headquartered in Tallahassee, FL, […]
Mainline Information Systems Forms Partnership with HCL Technologies
TALLAHASSEE, FL – July 29th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, Inc., a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced the formation of a new reseller partnership with HCL Technologies, an information technology service and consulting company. With the addition of HCL to its portfolio of technology companies, Mainline will further extend its ability to provide best-fit IT solutions to businesses across the United States. Mainline entered into a reseller agreement with HCL on the heels of IBM’s divestiture of several software products to HCL, including IBM BigFix Endpoint Management and IBM Security Appscan, two widely deployed security solutions. With the new partnership agreement in place, Mainline will continue to support its existing clients effected by IBM’s product transfer to HCL, as well as enter into new sales activities with current and future clients. “We have long term relationships with our clients, so having the ability to continue to provide the support our clients have come to expect is essential,” said Eric Mann, EVP Sales and Marketing of Mainline. “We anticipate our focus will be on the IBM products that were transferred to HCL, but we will be positioned to offer other HCL solutions as customer needs arise.” The […]
Mainline Named to “20 Most Promising Enterprise Risk Management Solution Providers – 2019” by CIOReview
Mainline Recognized for Mastering and Delivering ERM Solutions that Bring Security, Visibility and Operational Agility to its Clients TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 28th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, has been named by CIOReview as “20 Most Promising Enterprise Risk Management Solution Providers – 2019”. In the annual Enterprise Risk Management Special edition of CIOReview, Mainline was recognized as one of the country’s most prominent organizations that have excelled with their ERM services and product portfolio. With the wide-range of IT security threats and the fast-evolving landscape, businesses are challenged to detect, protect and respond to intrusions. Mainline’s holistic approach to ERM mitigates threats across infrastructure, data and operations. “Our team’s distinct ability to combine different aspects such as data protection, data security, secure infrastructure, governance and risk management, and process delivery, makes us a preferred partner for security and ERM,” said Chris Williamson, Mainline National Practice Executive, CIO Advisory Services. As a national IBM Platinum partner and having relationships with 3rd party solution providers that may complement the IBM risk management portfolio, Mainline architects ERM solutions for its clients and helps them to derive maximum value from those solutions. “We help our clients […]
Mainline Information Systems CEO Appointed to Wayside Technology Group Board of Directors
John McCarthy to assist with execution of strategic growth plan TALLAHASSEE, FL – June 18th, 2019 Mainline Information Systems, Inc., a leading national provider of IT solutions and services, today announced the appointment of John McCarthy, Mainline President and CEO, to Wayside Technology Group, Inc. Board of Directors. John’s executive and operational experience is expected to be of great value to Wayside as they continue to execute their strategic growth plan. Since joining Mainline in April 2009, McCarthy has worked on a multi-year plan to transform Mainline from a single vendor hardware reseller to a true technology integrator that understands a varied client environment. Under McCarthy’s leadership, Mainline now spans the technology stacks of industry leaders including IBM, Hewlett Packard, Dell EMC, Cisco, NetApp and many more, which has fueled the company’s growth. “I am excited to join the Board of Wayside Technology Group and contribute to the ongoing success of the organization,” said McCarthy. Prior to his tenure at Mainline, McCarthy served in executive management positions with EMC, StorageApps, CNT, McDATA and Virtual Iron. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Nasuni Corporation, a member of the Operating Board for Stripes Group, and a member […]