ress Release Source: IKON Office Solutions
IKON On Selling Power's 50 Best Companies to Sell For
Tuesday December 14, 9:08 am ET
Company Recognized for Sales Force Compensation, Training and Career Development
VALLEY FORGE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2004--IKON Office Solutions (NYSE:IKN - News), the world's largest independent channel for document management systems and services, has been named to Selling Power's listing of The 50 Best Companies to Sell For for the fourth consecutive year. Based on an extensive survey of top sales executives, training managers, and human resources managers, IKON was recognized for its sales force training, compensation and career mobility.
"Our sales force is critical to making IKON the single most trusted provider of document management solutions and services," said Beth Sexton, Senior Vice President of Human Resources for IKON. "We recognize the significant role our sales professionals play and strive to help every individual achieve success. IKON is committed to offering world-class training programs through IKON University, a highly-competitive benefits and compensation package, and opportunities for career growth, which enable us to attract, develop, and retain the most talented workforce in the document management industry."
Selling Power examines companies with a sales force of 500 or more from a variety of industries including financial services, software/systems, information/communications, health and construction. After the information is compiled and scored, the rankings are divided into two lists - the top 25 service companies and top 25 manufacturing companies - to determine The 50 Best Companies to Sell For. IKON is listed among the Top 25 Service Companies to Sell For.
According to Selling Power Editors, "Anyone considering a rewarding business career should start by taking a good look at these top companies to sell for." The results of Selling Power's survey and the Top 50 Best Companies to Sell For list is detailed in the publication's November 2004 issue and can be accessed on http://www.sellingpower.com.
About IKON
IKON Office Solutions (www.ikon.com), the world's largest independent channel for copier, printer and MFP technologies, delivers enterprise document management solutions and systems, enabling customers worldwide to improve document workflow and increase efficiency. IKON integrates best-in-class systems from leading manufacturers, such as Canon, Ricoh, Konica Minolta, EFI and HP, and document management software from companies like Captaris, EMC (Documentum), Kofax and others, to deliver tailored, high-value solutions implemented and supported by its global services organization - IKON Enterprise Services. IKON represents the industry's broadest portfolio of document management services, including professional services, a unique blend of on-site and off-site managed services, customized workflow solutions, and comprehensive support through its team of 7,000 service professionals worldwide. With Fiscal 2004 revenues of $4.65 billion, IKON has approximately 500 locations throughout North America and Europe.
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