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Jason Keogh, who is an industry spokesperson on IT Compliance and IT Governance has been responsible for major development and service projects throughout the world includingIreland, the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore and Switzerland. Jason has been a keynote speaker at several IT focused conferences in the US and Europe, on topics such as IT Risk Management, IT Outsourcing trends, IT Financial Management and Information systems security. Jason has been involved in a number of Irish trade missions to the US and Canada and has spoken with world leaders on IT risks effecting state and local government and the need for appropriate corporate governance legislation.
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November 22, 2004

IT@Cork event proudly sponsored by qcl technologies

qcl technologies proudly sponsored the it@cork Annual Conference that took place in the Maryborough House Hotel, Cork on November 22nd, 2004. The theme for this year's conference was 'Building on Our Collective Experience'. For a copy of the full programme, please click here

November 12, 2004

Jack Casey, Managing Director, qcl technologies, Juliana Demery, Retail IT Services Manager, Musgrave SuperValu Centra, Bernie Dunne, Sales Manager, qcl technologies, (back) and Fergal Murray, NOXS Ireland (front) announce their record deal.

Record Sale of Anti-Virus software by qcl technologies

qcl technologies, a leading Cork based technology solutions company, recently sold the largest number of anti-virus software licences in the country, in a single sale. Musgrave SuperValu Centra (MSVC), Ireland’s largest grocery distributor and a long standing client of qcl technologies, purchased the McAfee ASAP anti-virus software, in order to ensure the security and integrity of their retail outlets computer systems nationwide.

“It was important to MSVC to have a solution that provided the best possible protection against viruses and other online security threats, particularly with increasing usage of “always-on” broadband access, but also dial-up systems, which retail outlets continue to use” explained Juliana Demery, Retail IT Services Manager, Musgrave SuperValu Centra. “Our systems have recently been optimised by qcl technologies to ensure that our computers are updated in real time to protect against the latest viruses and undesirable pc intrusions”.

“As we have been working with MSVC for over a decade now, we have an excellent understanding of their technology requirements and we are confident that the award winning McAfee solution provides optimum security” said Jack Casey, Director, qcl technologies.

Based in Cork, qcl technologies is a leading provider of software, hardware and technology services in Ireland. As well as anti-virus software, the company has provided a range of software solutions, including Advance Retail (point-of-sale software), SAGE (finance & payroll), Format (food and agribusiness solution) to their clients nationwide. Clients include Pfizer Ireland, ASA Marketing, Munster Joinery, Heineken Ireland , Qumas and many other national and international organisations.

Musgrave SuperValu-Centra is the retail franchise division of Musgrave Group, which serves 24% of the Irish market for groceries through its retail franchise business, marketed under the SuperValu and Centra brands. There are over 650 independently owned SuperValu and Centra stores throughout Ireland, and over 1,400 people are employed by MSVC providing support services for these businesses.

For more information call 021.4703800

October 20, 2004

qcl technologies teams up with Advance Retail

qcl technologies are delighted to announce their recent appointment as strategic partner to Advance Retail with exclusive rights to sell and implement the Advance Retail EPOS system in Ireland.

Advance Retail is a full-blown EPOS and Retail back office system offering real time updating of the back office information. The solution is designed to manage all point-of-sale functions, as well as providing full inventory control, debtor, purchasing and frequent customer management for one or multiple stores. The system is in use in many sectors including pharmacies, DIY/hardware stores, garden centres jewellery stores and fashion outlets. Advance Retail are Microsoft Certified Partners and IBM Business Partners .

qcl technologies, a leading technology solutions company, based in Cork has recently implemented this EPOS solution in Midleton Arcade, where the client is very pleased with the solution, it's ease of use and implementation. qcl technologies also provide project consultancy, software development and solutions, engineering services , and hardware. Other clients include Qumas, ASA Marketing, Port of Cork and Irish Sugar.

For further information contact Sales at qcl technologies, 021-4703800.

April 8 , 2004

Pictured at the official opening of qcl technologies new premises in Cork and celebrating 15 years in business, are from left; Jack Casey, Director QCL Technologies; Robin O'Sullivan, President Cork Chamber of Commerce; Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr. Colm Burke; David Grimes, Chairman QCL and Conor O'Leary, Business Development Manager QCL.

Celebrations at qcl technologies

Cork-based IT company, qcl technologies, began celebrating its 15th year in business with the official opening of its new €1million premises at Monahan Road, Cork, today (Wednesday, March 3rd, 2004).

“Today marks an important milestone for qcl technologies”, said David Grimes, Chairman, qcl technologies. “We are delighted that the Lord Mayor agreed to officially open our new headquarters, and that so many clients and friends have been able to join us today, particularly as 2004 marks our 15th year in business,” continued Mr. Grimes.

According to Cork Chamber of Commerce President, Robin O’Sullivan “qcl technologies is a true example of entrepreneurship at work in Cork. From relatively small beginnings fifteen years ago, this company has grown into a national IT service provider for both indigenous and multinational companies.”

qcl technologies has recently entered into a number of new strategic alliances to expand its capabilities and presence in specific market sectors. This will result in strong market growth in the years ahead.

Established in 1988, qcl technologies employs over thirty people with more than 800 clients throughout the 32 counties of Ireland. qcl technologies works with these clients to deliver efficient and cost-effective IT solutions providing complete hardware solutions as well as customised and off-the-shelf business software, training and system support.

Through qcl technologies’ partnership with leading IT manufacturers including HP/Compaq, Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, Multitech and 3Com, qcl technologies clients have access to the world’s leading IT solutions, while the company has recently completed the largest ever single sale of McAfee Anti-Virus software in Ireland

qcl technologies provide nationwide coverage for its customers. In addition to on-site support contracts, the company operates Hardware and Software Helpdesks and telephone support. The Engineering Field Service Department has outlets in Dublin, Kilkenny, Galway, and Monaghan.

qcl technologies has successfully completed projects for clients in a variety of industry sectors including Musgrave SuperValu Centra; Stryker Osteonics; Buckeye Technologies; O’Mahony Packaging (OMP); Port of Cork; The Shaw Group; Swansea Cork Ferries; Fluor Daniel; and East Cork Oil.

For further information contact Sales at qcl technologies, 021-4703800.