SolidClicks goes live with Guaranteed Traffic!
Dallas – March 30, 2005
SolidClicks (www.solidclicks.com)
is the newest online marketing product offered by SDI and is aimed
squarely at the market segment for whom full-blown Online Marketing
and Search Engine Optimization proves to be out of budget.
Users of the SolidClicks service are guaranteed qualified traffic
based on keywords and key phrases pursuant to their product and
service Compared to using traditional advertising to drive traffic,
use of the SolidClicks service proves to be quite a bargain.
Studies show that businesses spend $2500-3500 per year on Yellow
Pages advertisements alone, while national magazine advertisements
can easily cost $5000 or more per month. Even regional business
journals run $2000 or more per month. With pricing from only $19.95
per month, SolidClicks is affordable for any business wanting more
visits to their site.
With both Retail and Reseller plans available, SolidClicks is
positioned as a valuable resource any business can use.
More information on the SolidClicks service can be found at www.solidclicks.com.
About SDI-
Sprocket Data, Inc. (SDI) is a Dallas, Texas based provider of Internet solutions.
Since 1996, SDI has grown a client base that spans over 30 countries and
6 continents. Offering class-leading 100% SLA’s, Sprocket Networks
is the branded business division dedicated to data center services including
colocation, dedicated servers, and web hosting. Sprocket Designs is the design
and application development unit, while Sprocket Marketing rounds out the
coverage with Search Engine Optimization and Online marketing services
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI sponsored CMRA team wins First Round
Dallas – March 21, 2005
Being a technology company named after a motorcycle
part is not something often bragged about. It’s little more
than a silly story in the annals of corporate history. However,
with the win of the SDI-sponsored Village Idiots Racing (http://www.villageidiotsracing.com/)
at the 2005 Shogun Motorsports Endurance Series season opener at
MotorSport Ranch, we do get a bit excited.
Posting a winning time after four hours of racing is impressive.
Beating out the 2004 overall Champions, Northwest Honda, by 1.292
seconds is serious racing. Smart strategy, focused riding, and
a talented group of riders leaves the Idiots poised for a great
2005 season. If Round One is any indicator of the season to come,
years of hard work will continue to payoff for the Idiots.
Congratulations to the Idiots crew of Steve Breen, Chris Headley,
Craig Montgomery, and John Orchard!
About SDI-
Sprocket Data, Inc. (SDI) is a Dallas, Texas based provider of Internet solutions.
Since 1996, SDI has grown a client base that spans over 30 countries and
6 continents. Offering class-leading 100% SLA’s, Sprocket Networks
is the branded business division dedicated to data center services including
colocation, dedicated servers, and web hosting. Sprocket Designs is the design
and application development unit, while Sprocket Marketing rounds out the
coverage with Search Engine Optimization and Online marketing services
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI Announces 100% Uptime SLA’s
Dallas – March 1, 2005
Yet again SDI pushes the envelope by announcing
100% Uptime SLA’s (Service Level Agreement) for it’s
full compliment of hosting services including Colocation, Dedicated
Servers, Web Hosting, Managed Services, and other Data Center services.
“With DAL1 online, we now have the systems in place to
offer the highest SLA’s even offered,” said Admin Josh
Somers, “100% is a lot to offer and it shows the confidence
we have in our service. Rock solid is how I’d put it. Definitely
rock solid all the way”.
If you are ready to get serious with your hosting needs, SDI
is the logical choice.
More details on DAL1 can be found at
http://www.sprocketnetworks.com/DAL1.htm
About SDI-
Sprocket Data, Inc. (SDI) is a Dallas, Texas based provider of Internet solutions.
Since 1996, SDI has grown a client base that spans over 30 countries and
6 continents. Offering class-leading 100% SLA’s, Sprocket Networks
is the branded business division dedicated to data center services including
colocation, dedicated servers, and web hosting. Sprocket Designs is the design
and application development unit, while Sprocket Marketing rounds out the
coverage with Search Engine Optimization and Online marketing services
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Data Center Compliant With HIPAA Guidelines
Dallas – February 7, 2005
The US Department of Health and Human Services
has established acceptable guidelines for compliance with the Health
Insurance and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). SDI’s DAL1
data center meets these guidelines and is now serving as a partner
for medical professionals and facilities around the country.
While the Final Rule adopting HIPAA standards for the security
of electronic health information was set on February 20, 2003,
the compliance deadline was set at April 21, 2005. This final rule
specifies all HIPAA guidelines for safeguarding confidential patient
data, including the proper security guidelines for hosting and
data warehousing activities. More HIPAA information can be found
at http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/hipaa/
For assistance with your HIPAA compliant data center and hosting
needs, contact SDI today.
About SDI-
Sprocket Data, Inc. (SDI) is a Dallas, Texas based provider of Internet solutions.
Since 1996, SDI has grown a client base that spans over 30 countries and
6 continents. Offering class-leading 100% SLA’s, Sprocket Networks
is the branded business division dedicated to data center services including
colocation, dedicated servers, and web hosting. Sprocket Designs is the design
and application development unit, while Sprocket Marketing rounds out the
coverage with Search Engine Optimization and Online marketing services
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI Sets Records
Dallas – January 15, 2005
SDI is pleased to announce yet another records year for the books.
Privately held SDI does not publicly release figures, but has posted
2004 numbers 54% up from 2003.
“We’re really proud of our efforts,” says Jeffrey
Johnston “This is the most dedicated team we’ve ever
been fortunate to assemble. Truly, our people make this possible.
They are the ones who keep our clients happy, which in turn pushes
sales.”
Judging from the track record, 2005 will be yet another wild one.
SDI is definitely one to watch.
About SDI-
Sprocket Data, Inc. (SDI) is a Dallas, Texas based provider of Internet solutions.
Since 1996, SDI has grown a client base that spans over 30 countries
and 6 continents. Offering class-leading 100% SLA’s, Sprocket Networks
is the branded business division dedicated to data center services
including colocation, dedicated servers, and web hosting. Sprocket Designs
is the design and application development unit, while Sprocket Marketing
rounds out the coverage with Search Engine Optimization and Online marketing
services
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
New Dallas Datacenter Launch
Dallas – December 1, 2004
SDI is pleased to announce the official launch of their
newest data center, DAL1, housed within the renowned 2020 Live
Oak building in Dallas’ central business district. Dallas'
relatively mild climate, central geographic location, lack
of seismic activity, and inland distance from any coast make
it a prime choice over other strategic locations often affected
by natural disasters.
While Dallas is home to many Fortune 500 corporations and leading
technology companies, it is also a robust regional center
for domestic and international businesses. Serviced by the
world’s fourth busiest airport,
DFW International, Dallas is a logical choice for easy access
from anywhere.
Located within blocks of three major Southwestern Bell central switching
offices (Ross, Taylor and Riverside), our DAL1 data center
is located in the heart of a massive fiber optic intersection.
For clients with specific connectivity needs, SDI offers
the ability to connect with leading providers of IP Transit
both with “On-Net” presence
in the building as well as without.
Featuring advanced fire suppression, multi-grid power feeds, battery
UPS, diesel generator standby power, and multi-layered security,
SDI’s DAL1 is an excellent choice for any client’s hosting needs.
More details on DAL1 can be found at
http://www.sprocketnetworks.com/DAL1.htm
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI Welcomes New System Administrator
Dallas – November
12, 2004
SDI welcomes new Systems Admin. - James Smith has joined the team at SDI as systems administrator. Originally form Fort Worth, he brings
with him over 5 years of admin experience, most recently with OregonFast.net.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Microsoft
Products to be Offered
Dallas – October
15, 2004
SDI has announced plans to offer the Microsoft
Server 2003 operating systems and other server products such
as SQL as options as early as December 2004.
“While SDI has traditionally offered Open-Source products
almost exclusively, client demand has risen and we feel we need
to service this demand”, says Jeffrey Johnston.
At press time, pricing is TBD. Contact sales@sprocketdata.com with
immediate needs.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Soaring
to New Heights
Dallas – September
20, 2004
Yet again, SDI is pushing new limits. For
the third time in 2004, SDI has broken an all time sales
record. August sales figures doubled the previous company
record.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
upgrades network hardware
Dallas – September
16, 2004
SDI has completed
a large purchase of Cisco hardware for planned upgrades
at its new Dallas data center. Items such as 7200 series
VXR routers and 3700 Catalyst switches have been arriving
daily at SDI. By mid-October 2004, all SDI network hardware
will be upgraded to the new Cisco gear.
“From the financial side, we feel
these upgrades will deliver great ROI, “says SDI Financial
Administrator Melissa Sheehan.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
announces new Data Center
Dallas – September
2, 2004
SDI is proud
to announce plans to open a new data center in the heart of
Dallas ’ 2020 Live Oak carrier hotel. Portions of the
existing collocation, dedicated server, and related hosting
services currently residing at 10717 Plano Road , will be transitioned
to the new facility. Some support staff will also be relocated
for on-site administration. Sales, Accounting, Design/Development,
and general Corporate functions will remain at the current
North Dallas location.
Build out will begin immediately; with facilities to be client-ready
in late September/early October. Connectivity is expected to
be in place mid-September.
“After looking at all options, including some competing
space, we felt that being in 2020 Live Oak gives us the best
option for our growth strategies” says SDI CEO Jeffrey
Johnston . “The building’s ownership and management
provide faculties for companies such as XO, AT&T, MCI, Time
Warner, and Sprint. Talking with representatives from those companies,
we walked away very impressed. Being in a carrier grade facility
gives us a competitive advantage most other data centers can’t
afford. There are few buildings in the Metroplex with the redundant
power and fiber feeds that 2020 has. We simply feel our clients
will be best served here.”
“Having our data center and network in a building like 2020
is great,” says Lester Fichtner , ”The building is
twelve stories of solid concrete, fed by several power grids, with
diesel generators, and has on-net fiber from almost every major
IP transit player. Security and redundancy are the name of the
game.”
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
signs
DS3 deal with Savvis
Dallas – September
1, 2004
In an ongoing effort to provide the
best network possible, SDI has signed a deal with Savvis
Communications to provide DS3 connectivity. Expected installation
of this new circuit is on or before October 1, 2004.
Savvis’ domestic network can be
viewed at http://www.savvis.net/network/attach/USNetwork.pdf,
while their global network is available at http://www.savvis.net/network/globalmap.html.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI signs
XO as connectivity partner
Dallas – August
30, 2004
Growth brings many changes. Continued
growth at SDI means more clients. More clients require
more bandwidth. SDI is pleased to select XO Communications
as our newest connectivity partner.
With XO’s Tier 1 status, OC-192 backbone, and over 100
peering partners, SDI continues to provide quality and service.
XO’s network map can be viewed at http://www.xo.com/about/network/maps/ip_normal.html
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI welcomes
Lester Fichtner
Dallas – August
23, 2004
SDI would like
to welcome Lester Fichtner to the SDI family. After spending
the last several years at a major ISP, Lester adds a
wealth of Unix/Open administration skills and knowledge
to SDI’s team.
Client support and network administration will be among the
duties Lester is charged with. If you need Support, Lester is
here for you.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI breaks
another record!
Dallas – July 9,
2004
For the second time in 2004, SDI has
broken an all time sales record. June sales surpassed the
last record set in February of this year.
“Online marketing and SEO have played a big part in our
success” says Shawn Devlin. “Plus, businesses are
beginning to really grasp the power of the internet. Design is
up, development is up, and even our hosting is way up. I think
we have to thank our competitors for that though” he added.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Congratulations
to Media Command Systems
Dallas – May 17, 2004
Dallas’
premier home theater company, Media Command Systems (MCS), has
launched its new www.dfwhometheater.com
web site.
The SDI developed and hosted site is a total
departure from the company’s previous site. Subdued hues,
conservative use of Flash, prominent positioning of contact information,
and overall cohesion were stressed.
“The site was very dark
and didn’t cater to the upscale market we target.”
says MCS’s Brian Leftin “We had tried to work with
another Dallas web design company, but just wasted time and money.
The Sprocket guys worked with us, listened to our needs, and made
it happen. We couldn’t have asked for more!”
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
welcomes Tim Shelton
Dallas – March 15, 2004
SDI would like to welcome
Tim (TJ) Shelton to the SDI family. Tim adds years of Unix/Open
Source Development, administration, and security experience to
the already talented team.
Tim’s first SDI development project
will be the completion of a new client resource center. Account
configuration, usage statistics, trouble-ticketing, security advisories,
and more will be at the core of this new tool.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Sprocket
Networks goes live!
Dallas – March 15, 2004
In the tradition
of always looking to raise the bar for their hosting clients,
SDI has launched the new www.sprocketnetworks.com web site. The
Sprocket Networks site will continue to evolve as SDI expands
it’s offerings in such areas as shared web hosting, dedicated
servers, and server colocation.
Real-time network status, client account management,
and a totally new Support Ticket system will follow shortly.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Congratulations
to Annulet Inc.
Dallas – February 24,
2004
Long time SDI
client and top-level domain registrar Annulet (www.annulet.com)
has officially gone live with their newest service offerings.
With the domain segment of the industry being
comprised of only approximately 130 actual registrars and thousands
of resellers, any data center would be proud to house a company
such as Annulet. Being chosen for such a high profile responsibility
meant SDI had to pass stringent ICANN guidelines to meet Annulet’s
needs.
All of the SDI staff extend congratulations
and best wishes to Annulet.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Dallas
Colocation- Who says there’s no free lunch?
Dallas – February 12,
2004
Dallas colocation
clients already know the friendly faces of the SDI Support Team.
Now, out of state and international clients are invited to the
SDI Data Center whenever they’re in Dallas. Not only that,
but SDI will even provide complimentary lunch when scheduling
permits.
“Really, we’re always excited
to extend old-fashioned Texas hospitality to any of our clients.
However, with our Remote Hands services, we don’t always
get to meet our colocation clients face-to-face. Our Dallas colocation
clients like meeting the staff, but often our clients’ servers
are usually shipped in for our staff to rack up. This gives our
clients the option to meet the folks who keep their web servers
operational” says Shawn Devlin.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
Has Top Month
Dallas – February 2, 2004
Once again SDI is reaching
new limits. January 2004 was another record month for revenues.
Same month figures were up 20% versus 2003 figures.
“We’re really busy
with development projects as well as design work,” says
Joe Ashworth. “There is a definite increase in hosting coming
in too,” added Cruz Cranford, “It seems a lot of companies
didn’t finish 2003 in business so clients are looking for
stable companies like Sprocket to host with”.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
Acquires Devlin & Associates
Dallas
– January 23, 2004
SDI is pleased to announce the
acquisition of Rockwall, Texas based Internet Marketing company
Devlin and Associates (D&A). The acquisition will expand on
SDI’s current abilities to provide maximum return for its
client’s online marketing budget.
D&A was established in 1999 as a Search Engine Optimization
company and has since expanded to include all forms of Internet
marketing from SEO to Pay-Per-Click tracking and banner placement
services.
Current D&A staff will be
transitioned to SDI employees with D&A President, Shawn Devlin,
serving as National Account Manager and Manager of SEO Operations
for SDI. Mr. Devlin brings over 7 years of Internet Marketing
knowledge and experience to SDI.
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
Records New Highs
Dallas
– January 15, 2004
Posting record revenue for 2003
and a 60% growth increase, SDI proves once again that solid client
service is still valued. “Our folks really take customer
service seriously,” says Jeffrey Johnston. “We’ve
never planned to be the biggest, flashiest, or cheapest, but rather
to provide the best service and value we can.”
Media Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
Networks goes live!
Dallas – November 17, 2003
In a move to better assist clients’ familiarity with the full
range of SDI’s services, all hosting services previously found
at www.sprocketdata.com have been moved to www.sprocketnetworks.com.
Hosting, Colocation, and Dedicated Server offerings will soon be
joined by Domain Registration, SSL Certificates, and other related
services. “The problem was our clients were going to other
vendors looking for these things, and we’ve been offering
them all along,” says Jeffrey Johnston. “This shift
to departmentalize our services and products will enable clients
to see the full width and depth of our offerings.”
Soon
to be released will be the new SDI corporate site at www.sprocketdata.com,
followed closely by new sites for both Web Design and Consulting
& Development Solutions.
Media
Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
NCC remodel project completed
Dallas – November 10, 2003
Take
a dark room, add large monitors, comfortable chairs, big desks,
and tons of computing horsepower, and what do you get? SDI’s
new Network Command Center of course! “The NCC is the heartbeat
of SDI’s hosting services. Everything that goes in or out
of our network and everyone who goes in or out of our facility
is monitored from here” says Glenn Bailey. “Considering
the trust our clients have in us, we must know the status of everything
at all times”. Judging from the array of security video
feeds, network graphs, status screens, and many blinking lights,
SDI’s client’s can rest easy.
Media
Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
SDI
Donates Services to Operation Kindness Auction
Dallas, TX -– October 20,
2003
In
an ongoing support role for Texas’ oldest and largest No-Kill
Animal Shelter, Operation Kindness, SDI has donated $9000 of services
for the annual “Canines, Cats, & Cabernet” silent
auction. SDI currently provides full IT support and web hosting
for the shelter. “We’re really excited to help out”
says Stephen Pruitt, “Pretty much everyone here is into
animals, so this is a great way for us to help out”.
Media
Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
Sprocket
Data adds SBC Connectivity
Dallas, TX – August 4,
2003
After
months of network testing and vendor research, SDI has chosen
to add SBC Communications as a connectivity provider. “All
other vendors will be retained, and SDI network performance will
only be affected for the better.” said Jeffrey Johnston,
Director of Operations.
Media
Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
The
Internet just got Easier
Dallas – March 1, 2003
Sprocket
Data has launched the best in premium dial-up Internet Access,
Easy Internet. “Our focus is the folks who are tired of
poor service, busy signals, and ISP’s who have pop-up ads”,
says SDI’s Jeffrey Johnston, “Easy Internet is the
easiest way to get on the Internet. No complicated signup, no
hassles, and nobody trying to up sell the client.”
The
Easy Internet service is packed with features; Spam Filters, Pop-Up
blockers, multiple POP3 accounts, Unlimited hours, full Messaging
compatibility, over 5500 access numbers, and more.
www.easyinet.com
Media
Contact:
Ariel Cleveland
Norton Public Relations
acleveland@nortonpr.com
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