ALEF Announces Strategic Partnership with Cisco in Greece
As ALEF celebrates its 30th anniversary, we are excited to announce a significant milestone: a new strategic partnership with Cisco Systems, Inc. in the Greek market. Building on nearly three decades of collaboration, ALEF’s expansion into Greece marks the seventh country in which we will distribute Cisco solutions, with a focus on digital resilience. ALEF will offer Cisco's full product portfolio across networking, security, cloud, and collaboration, ensuring that our clients' digital ecosystems remain secure, reliable, and consistently optimized for an outstanding user experience—even in the face of unexpected disruptions.
Advancing Partner Value Through Expertise and Dedicated Support
“Our longstanding partnership with Cisco has been key to our success,” said Milan Zinek, CEO of ALEF Group. “Expanding into Greece reflects our dedication to delivering innovative and secure IT solutions that help businesses thrive in the digital era."
Lubomir Zlacky, Regional SEE Director at ALEF, highlighted the advantages of the new partnership in Greece: “This expansion allows us to bring ALEF’s complete value to our Greek partners, which includes the capacity to build advanced projects with full support from Professional Services, Managed Services, and technical training when needed. By combining ALEF’s intensive and deep Cisco expertise with our local presence and knowledge, we believe we can support Greek businesses more effectively, delivering customized solutions in networking, security, and data center operations that meet our customers' unique needs.“
Advantages for Our Clients: Enhanced Services for Every Need
As ALEF extends its partnership with Cisco into Greece, our clients gain more than just product distribution. We are committed to providing tailored services that meet the diverse needs of businesses in the region. ALEF’s Professional Services are designed to offer customized solutions, while our 24/7 Managed Services ensure proactive monitoring and support to maintain operational continuity. Additionally, our Training Center offers specialized training, including Cisco certifications, to keep your teams equipped with the latest Cisco technology advancements.
Unleashing the Power of Cisco’s Security Portfolio
This strategic partnership gives ALEF access to Cisco’s leading security solutions, designed to tackle the most critical cybersecurity challenges. From network and cloud security to endpoint protection and threat intelligence, Cisco’s advanced solutions provide robust defense in today’s rapidly changing digital environment. ALEF’s local market knowledge, combined with Cisco’s technological expertise, ensures that partners are well-positioned to offer high-quality security solutions to their customers.
Panagiotis Kokkonis, General Manager of ALEF Distribution Greece, expressed his excitement: “Greece is a market with tremendous potential, especially in the realm of cybersecurity. By working closely with Cisco, we aim to bring unparalleled value to our partners here, supporting them with both technology and the expertise needed to succeed.”
Empowering Businesses as a Trusted ICT Solutions Partner
This partnership solidifies ALEF’s position as a comprehensive ICT solutions provider, offering clients end-to-end capabilities that include professional guidance, technical expertise, and access to Cisco’s world-class technology. ALEF is committed to supporting partners at every step of their journey, helping them thrive in today’s competitive market.
Thank you for your continued trust in ALEF as we embark on this new journey with Cisco.
About ALEF Group:
Since 1994, ALEF has established itself as a leading ICT solutions provider across Central and Eastern Europe. Headquartered in the Czech Republic, ALEF specializes in network infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, data management, and communication technologies. Partnering with global technology leaders like Cisco, NetApp, F5, Splunk, Microsoft, and AWS, ALEF provides clients with an extensive suite of services, including professional training, support, and tailored IT solutions.
About Cisco:
Cisco is a global technology leader, providing networking, security, cloud, and collaboration solutions that redefine how organizations connect, communicate, and secure their digital environments. With over 35 years of industry expertise, Cisco remains a trusted name in digital infrastructure, delivering innovative products that enable businesses to succeed in an interconnected world.
