SofCloudIT Adds BackupAgent To Its Cloud Solution Marketplace

Online, January 21, 2013 (Newswire.com) - Spanish based cloud enabler and integrator SofCloudIT has launched its new cloud backup service. The backup solution - based on BackupAgent's leading cloud backup software - is exclusively available for and sold through SofCloudIT's Channel Partners and value added resellers (VARs).

SofCloudIT is a global leader in offering a complete end-to-end distribution platform for cloud services using Parallels tools and methodologies. The company has an impressive track-record with customers that have highly demanding operating environments. BackupAgent's seamless integration with Parallels Automation allows SofCloudIT to offer the backup service easily to its channel of resellers, making it very easy for them to add this new valuable service to their portfolios. SofCloudIT and BackupAgent are both highly appreciated by Parallels for their excellent services and collaboration in Partnership. The companies are selected as finalists for Technology Partner of the Year at the Parallels Fourth Annual Partner Awards.

BackupAgent comes with a central management console that allows resellers of SofCloudIT to manage the backup processes of their customers and are also able to increase their added value by monitoring the backup processes and taking action where necessary. BackupAgent is a complete platform with valuable features such as unlimited distribution tiers and extended private labeling options which allows SofCloudIT to easily add resellers to their BackupAgent Platform. Each reseller has the option to acquire its own branding and service settings. Furthermore, SofCloudIT has the availability to enjoy BackupAgent's free technical and commercial support.

Roberto Fernandez Grau, CEO at SofCloudIT states: "After a long evaluation on backup service providers, we have chosen BackupAgent as one of the best backup service providers based on its high quality service, great partnership and valuable software features. The features such as unlimited distribution tiers and branding capability are a great asset to our channel partners".

Roland Sars, CCO of BackupAgent adds: "SofCloudIT is an excellent cloud services provider which provides VARs with a ready-to-use cloud services platform that enables automated mass marketing. With offering cloud backup solution based on BackupAgent, the company creates new revenue opportunities and also intensifies the relationship with its customer base. We are delighted to partner with SofCloudIT and we highly value our customer's satisfaction by providing the best service and great business relationship."

About BackupAgent
BackupAgent was founded in 2005 and is privately held company with headquarters in Delft, The Netherlands. The cloud backup technology of BackupAgent is used by over 400 service providers, hosting companies and telcos in over 50 countries worldwide. BackupAgent was ranked 8th on the Deloitte Fast 50 in 2010, the list of fastest growing technology companies. The company's growth is guaranteed by developing a unique innovative solution and a successful partner model.
More about BackupAgent: www.backupagent.com

About SofCloudIT
SofCloudIT is a Parallels Systems Integrator with offices in USA and Europe. The company has a high-performance team focused on the implementation and business development of Parallels' platforms, the biggest ecosystem in the world. This team completely manages the deployment of each platform in a focused, reliable and committed way, speeding up time to market and taking full control of each project. SofCloudIT is the world leader in APS development (Application Packaging Standard), a connector that allows all type of applications to communicate with different cloud delivery systems. The firm also develops plugins to integrate external services such as payment gateways, domains registrations and security certificates. For more information about SofCloudIT, please visit their website: www.sofcloudit.com

For more information:
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Hasina Atrafi, Marketing & Communication Executive
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