KETIV Technologies Celebrates 25 Years as Autodesk Value-Added Reseller
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KETIV Technologies Celebrates 25 Years as Autodesk Value-Added Reseller

FULLERTON, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—March 10, 2008— KETIV Technologies today marked its silver anniversary as an Autodesk value-added reseller (VAR). KETIV is a leading Autodesk solutions provider, specializing in CAD software and services for the manufacturing and civil markets in the southwestern United States. As one of the first resellers to earn Autodesk VAR designation in 1982, KETIV has maintained an admirable track record of quality customer service and expertise that meets customers' high standards.

"KETIV's team of industry experts increase the profitability of engineering services companies by helping them simplify the process of conceptualization, design and production. Our seasoned consultants are informed about engineering processes and have the experience required to create a clear connection between the use of software and business objectives," said Kanwar Anand, KETIV's president and chief executive officer.

"From the outset, KETIV and Autodesk have shared a vision for technology's potential impact on the business of design and a commitment to put customers' needs front and center," said Steven Blum, senior vice president, Americas Sales, Autodesk. "Our shared approach has created a successful, long-term partnership and played an important role in the evolution of AutoCAD and 3D software solutions including Inventor and Civil 3D."

KETIV's recent successes include:

-- KETIV's manufacturing presence expanded into Arizona to provide local support and training for 2D and 3D design customers.

-- On behalf of two customers, KETIV and Autodesk helped the companies engage with Autodesk's Invest in Education program, which gives commercial companies purchasing Autodesk software the opportunity to donate seat licenses to an educational institution of their choice.

-- Three customers received Autodesk's Inventor of the Month award, which recognizes Inventor users on a global level for innovations in design.

KETIV has represented Autodesk's software solutions since its inception and continues to grow. "We've earned the loyalty of our customers, while expanding our reach into the Southwest. Our knowledgeable team remains at the forefront of technology and has the vision and expertise to engage with forward-thinking approaches such as digital prototyping, lean engineering, and data management tools. We look forward to continuing to develop strong customer relationships by proactively providing comprehensive services as we go forward," Kanwar stated.

About KETIV Technologies

KETIV Technologies is a leading Autodesk solutions provider with 25 years' experience delivering CAD software and services. KETIV's team of industry experts increase the profitability of engineering services companies by helping them simplify the process of conceptualization, design and production. KETIV serves the manufacturing and civil engineering industries.

About Autodesk

Autodesk is the world's leading 2D and 3D design software company for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. Autodesk brought sophisticated design capabilities to the PC with AutoCAD software in 1982, and continues to build on that principle of innovation to help customers improve productivity throughout the design, construction, manufacture and management of projects. In addition, its developer partners offer thousands of niche applications that complement Autodesk products. Autodesk designates VARs based in part on their proficiency in promoting, demonstrating, installing and supporting Autodesk products, and provides VARs with business guidance, training, marketing support and incentives to deliver consistently high-quality service for the latest Autodesk applications.

Autodesk and AutoCAD are registered trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries.

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