Winnipeg-based IT infrastructure and services provider will operate as a subsidiary of MTS
WINNIPEG, Sept. 4, 2013 /CNW/ - Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX: MBT), today announced it has acquired EPIC Information Solutions, a Winnipeg-based company that provides IT infrastructure and managed services to approximately 700 businesses across Manitoba and Saskatchewan. By acquiring EPIC, MTS expands its ability to offer Manitoba businesses the most comprehensive suite of IP communications services in the province, including voice, data, wireless and now IT infrastructure services.
The additional IT services that MTS gains access to through EPIC will provide MTS business customers with a broader range of combined IP communications and IT (networking, servers, integration) solutions that addresses customers' computing, data processing and storage needs as well as the need to communicate with their own customers, vendors and other locations.
"EPIC has a great reputation in the IT infrastructure and managed services market in Manitoba," said MTS President Kelvin Shepherd. "EPIC's services complement and strengthen our existing business communications service portfolio. Working together, MTS and EPIC will be even better positioned to meet customers' needs with combined IT and IP communications solutions backed up with the best local expertise of any service provider in the province."
"This is an exciting opportunity for us and marks the beginning of a new chapter in our history," said EPIC Information Solutions President and CEO David Reid. "We are excited to become part of the MTS family - another proud Manitoban company. With MTS's investment, we'll be able to grow our business faster, offer new solutions to our mutual customers, and provide new opportunities for our employees."
Mr. Shepherd said it was important to MTS that the existing management and staff of EPIC were retained as part of the transaction. He added: "I am extremely pleased that David Reid will continue in his role as President & CEO of EPIC, and that the rest of David's team will continue to provide strong leadership for EPIC as we work to expand and grow this new Manitoba-based business opportunity."
EPIC will continue to operate as a separate, wholly-owned subsidiary of MTS. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
About EPIC Information Solutions
EPIC Information Solutions is a Winnipeg-based company established in 1995. EPIC Information Solutions partners with only the best technology companies, and has built an outstanding Services Organization that delivers superior solutions to customers. HP, Microsoft, Vmware, Cisco, Brocade, Meru and Kaspersky represent the key technology partners that make up the foundation of EPIC Information Solutions. For more information on EPIC Information Solutions' products and services, please visit www.epic.ca.
About Manitoba Telecom Services Inc.
MTS is one of Canada's leading communication solutions companies, providing innovative communications for the way Canadians live and work today. In Manitoba, MTS is the leading full-service telecommunications provider for residential and business customers. MTS's suite of services include the latest in wireless technology, broadband services, IPTV, voice services, home security, and an extensive range of business solutions. MTS has spent 12 consecutive years on the Jantzi Social Index for leadership in social responsibility and is the recipient of the 2011 Governance Gavel Award from the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance, recognizing clear and effective public disclosure and leading governance practices. MTS's common shares are listed on the TSX (trading symbol: MBT). Customers, stakeholders and investors who want to learn more about MTS are encouraged to visit www.mtsallstream.com.
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