STAMFORD, CT – SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 – HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced that it has received the 2017 Excellence in Software award from Cisco®.
This prestigious award recognizes HARMAN Connected Services for providing leading-edge technology, high quality and cost savings, and for embracing the new software business models that are critical to ensure Cisco’s successful transition in becoming the leading IT company. The distinction was awarded during Cisco's 26th Annual Supplier Appreciation Event, held August 31 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in California.
“The theme this year for our Supplier Appreciation event is ‘Connecting the Unconnected: Transforming to the Digital Supply Chain’, which highlights our laser focus on enabling break-through value in operational commitments and customer satisfaction through digital orchestration,” said Jeff Purnell, vice president, Global Supplier Management, Cisco. “As we continue on our digitization journey, our strong relationships and close collaboration with our supplier and partner ecosystem will continue to play a critical role in our continued innovation, productivity and ultimately success.”
Cisco presented awards to its partners and suppliers in recognition of their contributions to Cisco’s success in fiscal year 2017. At the event, Cisco celebrated the collective achievements of its most strategic suppliers and partners, and reaffirmed its commitment to a strong, continued partnership that will further accelerate innovation, alignment and operational excellence
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ABOUT HARMAN
HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
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Mary Maguire
Director, Public and Analyst Relations
HARMAN Connected Services
+1-617-877-8580
mary.maguire@harman.com
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Mary Maguire
Director, Public and Analyst Relations
HARMAN Connected Services
+1-617-877-8580
mary.maguire@harman.com