Phenomenal Networks, Inc. Achieves Wireless LAN Technology
Specialization from Cisco Systems

Edina, Minnesota – Phenomenal Networks announced today it has achieved the Wireless LAN Technology Specialization from Cisco Systems, Inc. This specialization recognizes Phenomenal Networks for having the ability to plan, design, implement and operate Cisco award-winning, Aironet wireless LAN solutions.

"Many small-and medium-sized business and enterprise customers across a variety of industries are deploying wireless LAN solutions, creating a tremendous opportunity for our channel partners," said Surinder Brar, senior director of Worldwide Channels Marketing for Cisco Systems. "Our Wireless LAN specialized companies, like Phenomenal Networks, will play a critical role in helping organizations employ the flexibility, mobility and cost savings benefits of wireless LAN solutions."

"We are excited to have been acknowledged by Cisco as a provider of another advanced technology capability," commented Dave Shepherdson, President of Phenomenal, "We see this technology being very complementary to our focus on Converged technology, Voice, Video and Data, regardless of the connectivity required and our ability to provide a broader range of cost saving solutions for our customers."

To achieve the Wireless LAN Technology Specialization, Phenomenal Networks had to fill the following job roles with individuals who have met specific testing requirements: an account manager, responsible for the sales methodology of the Cisco wireless LAN solutions; a systems engineer, responsible for the network planning and design; and a field engineer, responsible for the implementation and support of the wireless LAN solution.

October 28, 2003