Building a team of quality IT analysts that is focused on providing the quality of service that Calgary businesses demand is always front and center with Calgary IT Consulting team XCEL Professional Services.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/12/2012 -- XCEL Professional Services would like to welcome Peter Popik to our team of Calgary IT Analysts.

Mr. Popik, originally from Argentina, brings a wealth of knowledge derived from a nine-year career in the IT industry and five years with ExxonMobil where he provided enterprise IT services. A career-oriented IT professional and analyst, Mr. Popik is working on achieving his Project Management Professional (PMP) designation by September.

"Peter is a great addition to our team of analysts," said President Colin Knox. "Peter's resume and knowledge of working with Oil & Gas firms is extensive. This knowledge will benefit the clients of XCEL Professional Services."

XCEL Professional Services' team offers Calgary businesses a full complement of trustworthy professional IT analysts who understand the importance of having the right IT solutions in place and provide day-to-day support for the companies they serve.

Working with many of the leading technology solutions, the DELL Preferred Partner offers a complete list of services including server virtualization, secure remote access solutions, mobile device management and oil and gas software support.

To learn more about how XCEL Professional Services can support your Calgary oil and gas corporation, contact Colin Knox today at 403.980.8032 or visit http://www.xpsl.ca.

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When oilfield service firms need a trusted IT company to look after their complete IT needs, they turn to Calgary IT firm XCEL Professional Services to help them with all their IT requirements.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/22/2012 -- XCEL Professional Services specializes in helping oilfield service organizations with a complete range of IT services. XCEL's unique approach to completely managing a network, tending to user challenges and having a keen eye on the direction IT is going makes it the ultimate choice amongst all IT companies across Canada. XCEL Professional Services offers a team of fully certified IT analysts on Microsoft, SonicWALL plus many other leading IT solutions deployed throughout the Canadian energy sector, making XCEL the perfect choice for the largest and smallest oilfield service organizations.

XCEL Professional Services doesn't back down from a challenge. When a 180-staff oilfield services firm with 13 locations across Alberta and Saskatchewan needed help, the firm decided to turn to a trusted Microsoft partner.

How Microsoft technologies help

Windows Server 2008 with the Hyper-V virtualization technology offers oil and gas firms a scalable, robust and secure solution that is the cornerstone of collaboration solutions such as Microsoft SharePoint Server and email services using Microsoft Exchange Server 2010.

In addition to Microsoft technologies providing services on the network, DELL server and SAN solutions provide all the required horsepower and storage. DELL hardware is the only solution XCEL recommends to Canadian clients that require technology that they can trust to work when needed the most.

Microsoft, DELL and XCEL are perfectly aligned in all efforts, giving energy companies the right foundation to build their IT solutions on.

SonicWALL closes the gap

When oilfield service firms require a secure solution, they need only to turn to XCEL Professional Services for the right advice.

With 13 remote offices, some in very hard to reach areas across the Canadian basin, the client needed a solution that just worked. SonicWALL provides the right secure connectivity allowing an oilfied services client to have all offices connected using SonicWALL VPN technologies in addition to secure remote access for all field staff, employees and executives requiring access from home or any WiFi hotspot.

XCEL rounds things out with complete Managed Services

Although XCEL Professional Services excels at providing a full turnkey IT solution within the energy community, it is not an organization to leave a technology solution to be someone else's worry. XCEL rounded out this full-featured deployment with its Managed IT Services program.

With XCEL's Managed Services program, clients have a single number to call for any ongoing IT support requirements and a trusted IT partner that proactively takes care of the network. With Managed IT Services from XCEL, all businesses in need of a full-time IT support staff can have one. XCEL provides all clients with a full team of analysts trained and certified in all leading technologies at a very competitive price.

About XCEL
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in Calgary, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia and North Africa. Core services include IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration) and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

To learn more about XCEL Professional Services' Calgary IT supportsolutions visit http://www.xpsl.ca.

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Providing leading IT solutions for Calgary corporations is the top priority for leading Calgary DELL Partner, XCEL Professional Services. Trust in a Calgary DELL partner that has proven success in supporting enterprise-based solutions and employs only the best support analysts.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/05/2012 -- Where can Calgary businesses turn when they need the right technology advice? XCEL Professional Services is a proven leader in the Calgary IT market. Partnering with only the best technology suppliers is essential to XCEL's overall success. XCEL is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Premier Partner with DELL.

The DELL PartnerDirect program was started to provide a strategy for IT providers to bring DELL solutions to the business community. Today, there are DELL Partners around the globe. In 2011, DELL split its partner channel into two distinct groups. XCEL joins a community of leading DELL partners who have proven success with DELL solutions and have demonstrated competency in helping businesses succeed with DELL.

Thanks to its new strategic partnership with DELL, XCEL can now help Calgary corporations resolve many complicated IT problems and provide solutions such as enhanced networking, server virtualization, network attached storage, and server, desktop and mobility solutions.

"This is exciting for XCEL," said President Colin Knox. "DELL is one of the top strategic business partners, and every IT solution that XCEL deploys to Calgary corporations has DELL as its cornerstone. Businesses trust solutions from DELL, so having DELL in our corner gives us the confidence to push forward, possibly into new markets."

Previously known as DELL Certified Partners, Preferred Partners are recognized experts in key DELL solutions that have at least one DELL certification and reach a minimum annual revenue threshold.

About XCEL
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Providerestablished in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in Calgary, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia and North Africa. Core services include IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration) and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

To learn more about XCEL Professional Services' Calgary IT support solutions visit http://www.xpsl.ca.

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Microsoft has an exceptional certification program that Information Technology (IT) specialists can take advantage of. No one knows this better than XCEL IT Analyst Tim Wilson who recently achieved his MCITP Certification.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/09/2012 -- Certification in the Information Technology (IT) field is a way for IT professionals to demonstrate their expertise in any given area. Tim Wilson at XCEL can now feel proud that he has achieved his Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification.

Mr. Wilson joined the XCEL IT team in June of 2011. He had already gained numerous certifications prior to being hired as one of XCEL's IT Analysts including Network+, Security+, SonicWALL CSSA and MCTS: Server 2008 Network Infrastructure designations. All the while, he had his eyes on the more advanced MCITP certification.

Certification helps validate an IT Professional's proficiency in the IT industry. As Mr. Wilson recommends solutions to XCEL clients, he can now speak with authority as he partners with them in developing solutions that will fit their business needs. Now that he has earned the MCITP certification, he can add MCITP to his resume, as well as marketing collateral -- an asset that verifies that he has a wide arena of skills necessary to perform a particular job role in the IT world.

According to Mr. Wilson, "Earning the MCITP was much harder to achieve than some of my other certifications, but I did it. I can now feel confident that I have the knowledge needed to work with an XCEL client's network and offer up the best solutions that will fit their needs. I want our clients to feel comfortable with my knowledge, and achieving the MCITP certification will give them a sense of confidence that I do know what I'm doing."

Even though XCEL's senior level IT analysts have many certifications that demonstrate their proficiency, that is only the beginning in making sure that their clients receive the best IT support in Calgary and the surrounding area. Coupled with the technical expertise to realize and develop technology goals is each individual's goal to provide XCEL clients with superior customer service.

About the Company:
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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XCEL Professional Services' information technology (IT) staff is growing. Starting December 19, 2011, Ray Archer will begin his new roles and responsibilities as an IT analyst at XCEL.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/20/2011 -- In order to serve a Calgary client's needs, a Managed Services Provider (MSP) needs to be well-equipped with a solid professional Information Technology (IT) staff. That is why XCEL Professional Services has asked Ray Archer to join their team as one of their IT analysts.

XCEL's people aren't just armed with qualifications. They care that they meet and or exceed client expectations, and they are also committed to using technology that will provide a return on investment. Mr. Archer met XCEL's high standards to a T due to his own high standards for client satisfaction and believing wholeheartedly in the benefits and capabilities of technology.

As a graduate of Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) with a computer engineering technology diploma, Archer brings a wealth of information and skills that will enable him to reassure clients that he has the knowledge to take care of their technology. The fact that he is a former successful business owner plus eight years of IT consulting experience under his belt in a team environment, it was a natural choice for Colin Knox, President of XCEL, to make the choice to add Ray to the IT team. "His focus on quality, attention to detail and ability to align companies with the right technology and the fact that he had advanced from a senior technical analyst to account manager to team lead roles during his employment for five years at an Alberta-based technology firm was all the proof we needed to know that he was the right person for the job," said Mr. Knox.

XCEL provides a wide gamut of services for their clients -- from managed services, IT projects, vulnerability management, on to multiple services having to do with safeguarding a client's data and technology systems.

XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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Becoming a knowledgeable and competent IT professional takes continuing education to ensure that an individual keeps up to date with upcoming trends and systems. Luis Palacios of XCEL Professional Services is just one of those individuals that works tirelessly at reaching Microsoft certification in order to advance his expertise and has attained his certification in MCTS Server Virtualization.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/13/2011 -- Microsoft has developed an extensive certification program for Information Technology (IT) support professionals that includes step-by-step certifications that an IT professional can achieve at their own pace. Luis Palacios of XCEL Professional Services just recently achieved his Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification with Server Virtualization specialization.

Virtualization is a critical aspect of every IT department due to its capability to save money while improving business continuity. Getting certified in this field verifies that an IT specialist is highly proficient in this increasingly popular area. The TS: Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring test may be counted as credit towards the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification.

According to Mr. Palacios, "This is not an easy certification to achieve. The requirements are stringent; I needed to have more than 1 1/2 years of experience in working with multiple systems. Now that I have the certification, XCEL clients can feel reassured that I know what I'm talking about when I'm suggesting server virtualization solutions to them."

There are plenty of resources and tools that are available from Microsoft which allows IT professionals to pursue Microsoft Certification which will enable them to keep their skills relevant, applicable, and competitive. Microsoft is also recognized as a global standard which increases a certified individual's opportunities for advancement.

XCEL's number one focus is the client; therefore they take great pride in providing superior customer service and technical expertise -- all the time. Only senior-level IT analysts are added to the organization's staff so as to minimize extended time being taken on projects that a junior technician might need. Clients can be confident that when an XCEL Analyst is assigned to the project, they are competent and knowledgeable to handle all network issues.

XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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XCEL Professional Services confirms its dedication to providing the highest quality IT solutions to its clients by making sure they use proven technologies while maintaining a strict standard of quality. Their achievement of the Microsoft Silver Virtualization Competency is verifiable evidence of that commitment.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/13/2011 -- It seems as though everyone in the Information Technology (IT) world is talking about virtualization and the benefits for it. Managed Services Providers (MSPs) are gaining momentum in recommending virtualization as a viable option to their clients; however, they don't often know a lot about it as it's a fairly new concept. XCEL Professional Services is different; this leading Calgary-based IT services provider knows the subject of virtualization thoroughly as they have just achieved their Microsoft Silver Virtualization Competency.

The Microsoft Virtualization competency sets XCEL aside as being an expert regarding all aspects of virtualization and provides credibility to their clients that they have the expertise to handle their needs. In addition to XCEL already having achieved the Microsoft Silver Midmarket Solution Provider competency, the two competencies combined give XCEL a competitive edge over other MSPs.

Microsoft Silver Virtualization competency is part of the Microsoft Partner Network that provides Partners with opportunities to strengthen their capabilities, expertise to help them serve their clients better and communities that spark innovation and connection. The Silver Virtualization Competency is one of two levels of competencies (the other being the Gold) that Partners can attain.

"Achieving the Microsoft Silver Virtualization Competency drives home the point that our organization is serious about being the best that we can be at what we do -- organization as a whole from management to individual analysts," said Colin Knox, President of XCEL. "This is what allows XCEL to leverage its technical expertise in order to meet and/or exceed our clients' expectations."

XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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Besides the many certifications that John Azevedo from XCEL Professional Services has added to his credentials, he has now gone one step further and achieved the MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Configuration certification which exhibits the drive and ambition he has for being a top highly-skilled IT professional.

Calgary, Alberta -- (SBWIRE) --12/13/2011 -- It takes many steps to climb the ladder to achievement in the Microsoft Certification Program. Mr. Azevedo has already achieved his Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Certification during his employ with XCEL Professional Services. Now he has taken another step and completed his Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Configuration.

The MCTS program is one of six various Microsoft Certification tracks that an Information Technology (IT) professionals can take to improve their skills and expertise. Included in the MCTS certification are thirteen additional certifications that an individual can pursue. The MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, Configuration exam needed to be completed in order to receive Exchange Server certification.

Mr. Azevedo met all the requirements of the certification as he works on a continuous basis as a Messaging Generalist that has the responsibility for maintenance and administration of the Exchange servers in an enterprise environment. According to Mr. Azevedo, "The Microsoft TS: Microsoft Exchange Server exam was rigorous and covered seven skills, each carrying a weight of 13-15 percent. While it was very intense, I am looking forward to using the knowledge and expertise that I learned from the training at XCEL so I can offer worthwhile solutions for our clients."

XCEL is a Calgary-based leading IT services provider that excels in providing cost effective IT solutions to the Calgary business market. The managed services provider is the leader amongst IT Companies in Calgary, due in large part to the exceptional senior analysts they utilize to service their clients while providing first-class customer service and technology expertise.

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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Terry Ingram, IT Analyst at XCEL Professional Services, continues to add Microsoft certifications to his already impressive resume. The achievement of his MCTS Server Virtualization will give him the knowledge and expertise he will need to make recommendations and provide solutions to XCEL clients in the increasingly popular field of virtualization.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- Technical certification classes provide verification that an Information Technology (IT) professional is accomplished at their craft, or in this case IT support. Terry Ingram at XCEL Professional Services Ltd. not only has his Master CSSA Certification (MCSSA), but he is now certified as a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) with Server Virtualization specialization. MCTS candidates are capable of implementing, building, troubleshooting, and debugging a particular Microsoft technology.

Virtualization is an essential part of any IT department because it saves money and improves business continuity. Getting certified clearly identifies an IT specialist as being one of the most skilled professionals in an area that is gaining increasing popularity at warp speed. The TS: Windows Server Virtualization, Configuring test may be counted as credit towards the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification.

According to Mr. Ingram, "When Microsoft said that the test wasn't easy, they weren't kidding! I feel great about successfully achieving this certification. The learning I gained has taught me a lot about server virtualization which I will be able to continue utilizing here at XCEL in order to provide valuable solutions to our clients."

Through efficient processes and use of technology, XCEL Professional Services can leverage its technical expertise in network infrastructure of which virtualization is just one aspect. Not only is Mr. Ingram a key player as an IT Analyst in this segment, he also plays a vital role in the management of disaster recovery and continuity, as well as collaboration of their clients' technology systems.

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary IT Support Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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Building on Microsoft competencies is the foundation for a managed services provider to achieve success. XCEL Professional Services has successfully achieved their competency for becoming a Microsoft Silver Midmarket Solution Provider which is just the first of many stepping stones that XCEL has taken towards achieving that success.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- Microsoft is known for having a very robust certification and competency testing program. XCEL Professional Services Ltd. has recently attained the Microsoft Silver Midmarket Solution Provider competency.

Silver Competency Exam and Customer Evidence Detail requirements are stringent with no less than two staff members needing to be employed or contracted MCPs who have each passed one of fourteen exams, as well as submitting three unique customer references that feature implementation, deployment, customization, or maintenance of any of a number of products.

As a member of the Microsoft Partner Network, XCEL is committed to working with Microsoft to best meet their organization's business needs, as well as their clients'. In addition, collaboration with other partners in order to drive opportunities while sharing and exchanging ideas is a prime focus of XCEL.

"The information technology industry is a highly competitive arena," said Colin Knox, President of XCEL Professional Services. "We need to do whatever it takes to ensure that we stay up-to-date on the latest trends and products of our partners. Engaging in the Microsoft Partner Network and taking advantage of what they have to offer is the first line of offense for achieving success."

XCEL is known for being on the cutting edge for learning about new and innovative products first hand. As a Microsoft Silver Midmarket Solution Provider, XCEL's clients may feel confident that their IT provider has the knowledge and expertise to solve their issues or recommend new solutions and puts XCEL among the top 5 percent of Microsoft partners worldwide.

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary IT Consulting Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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For XCEL to be a total solutions IT provider to clients, this leading Calgary IT support company must develop strong partnerships with those organizations that have the best and most proven solutions within the IT industry that XCEL can offer to clients. Becoming a SonicWALL Silver Medallion Partner opens the door to work with a strong organization that can give them the needed information in which to sharpen their security offerings and gain an edge over their competitors.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- There are many partnership programs that Managed Service Providers (MSPs) can be invited to or accepted into. One of the latest partnership programs that XCEL Professional Services Ltd. is now officially recognized for is the SonicWALL Silver Medallion partner.

The SonicWALL Medallion Partner Program allows an MSP to create a more profitable security practice. Partnering with SonicWALL means that XCEL will receive a host of benefits that will enable them to better service their clients.

SonicWALL®, Inc. provides intelligent network security and data protection solutions that give customers control over their own network security. SonicWALL gives Medallion Partners a ready market with opportunity for increased margins and recurring revenues. SonicWALL supports a variety of reseller business models, each geared to be customized to each of its tiers: Gold, Silver and Approved, with specific benefits and requirements to match each tier of the business model.

According to Colin Knox, "One of the benefits of the Silver Medallion Partnership Program is that it gives us first look at, training in and testing of new SonicWALL beta products. This will give us a unique opportunity to receive hands-on training on pre-released SonicWALL products which will give us an advantage when the time comes to recommend these products when they go live. And that's just the tip of the iceberg for benefits received."

XCEL takes great pride in offering their clients a high level of customer service and the technical expertise to realize and develop their technology goals. Being proactive in learning anything and everything about SonicWALL products establishes XCEL as a leader in the eyes of their clients. Currently XCEL has 4 of the 15 Certified SonicWALL Security Administrators (CSSA) in Alberta, and the only Master CSSA in Alberta on staff.

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary Computer Support Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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Tim Wilson from XCEL Professional Services has taken an all-important step in increasing his technical expertise in Unified Threat Management (UTM) by successfully achieving SomicWALL CSSA Certification that will provide value in his ability to recommend to XCEL's clients sound solutions in the area of Calgary IT security.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/10/2011 -- Technical certification classes are abundant in nature and can be a big asset to an Information Technology (IT) Specialists' knowledgebase. One such certification training course that Tim Wilson of XCEL Professional Services Ltd, a local Calgary IT Support and IT Security firm. enrolled in and achieved certification for was the Certified SonicWALL Security Administrator (CSSA) technical training.

Gaining certification for the CSSA is no easy matter. In order to be eligible for the certification, an individual must demonstrate that he or she has technical competency for a specific discipline by testing and passing the SonicWALL certification exam with a passing score.

To enable the network In order to better meet your training needs, SonicWALL has developed a series of free on-line eLearning courses. These courses are designed to provide you with knowledge and practice necessary to install and configure a number of our solutions. These courses, when coupled with the optional certification exam, can also be used to meet your CSSA certification needs.

The CSSA certification provides verifiable proof that Mr. Wilson is knowledgeable in the specialized area of Unified Threat Management (UTM) and well able to recommend UTM solutions as a viable security approach to Small- to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). According to Mr. Wilson, "I've always felt that a technical specialist should be well-armed with the most comprehensive education available, and also continue education so as to stay up to date with the latest innovations, products and best-practices in IT security available so as to best service our clients. The CSSA certification is just one achievement that will enable me to do this."

Calgary IT security consulting is a service that XCEL provides to SMBs. Their expert IT specialists like Tim Wilson have the experience and knowledge to help small to medium-sized businesses create and implement an IT security plan to protect their IT environment, and intellectual and financial assets against internal and external threats so that clients have a secure business.

XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based SonicWALL support and IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is in tune with the local community and their business needs. They believe in linking the innovation and entrepreneurial spirit of Calgarians with reward and recognition. XCEL is just one of three businesses to be chosen as a finalist for The Chamber's Emerging Enterprise of the Year Award for 2011.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/21/2011 -- It's not often that a Calgary local small business gets recognition for being one of the best in the Information Technology (IT) field. XCEL Professional Services Ltd. has received recognition from the Calgary Chamber of Commerce for being chosen as one of three finalists for the Emerging Enterprise of the Year Award for 2011.

It was back in 1982 that the Calgary Chamber of Commerce first presented the prestigious RBC Small Business of the Year Award to local business owners. As the years flashed forward, the Emerging Enterprise of the Year Award was added in 1998 to celebrate new, up-and-coming small businesses. In order to meet eligibility requirements, the nominee must be an Alberta resident owner-manager. In addition, the business must be in operation less than three years, located in Calgary, and employ 10 or less people.

The Calgary Chamber of Commerce Small Business Week Committee, whose decision will be final, will be responsible for the selection of the award winner who will be recognized at an Awards Ceremony during the 2011 Small Business Week to be held from October 17-21. At the same time, the winner will be presented with the Emerging Enterprise of the Year award.

The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is driven by membership into the Chamber. Their primary object is to connect, serve and support the Calgary business community in its endeavour to excel. The Calgary Chamber of Commerce is recognized as being one of the most progressive and influential organizations throughout the country.

According to Colin Knox, President at XCEL, "I couldn't be more surprised and happier that we have been chosen as a finalist for the Emerging Enterprise of the Year Award. It's taken a lot of hard work to get where we are today. Being recognized in this manner just substantiates that we are moving forward in leaps and bounds."

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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There are many milestones for an Information Technology (IT) specialist to take in order to be recognized as an IT professional and consultant. XCEL is proud to announce that John Azevedo has successfully completed one of those major milestones after achieving his MCITP Certification.

Calgary, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/18/2011 -- Goals are intended to be a stepping stone towards achievement. Reaching goals provide hope for the future that you can reach that goal and then take it one step further towards another goal.

John Azevedo, an IT Analyst since October of 2009 for XCEL, had a goal — that of achieving his Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Certification — a goal that is not easy to do, by any means.

The Microsoft MCITP certification helps prove that an individual has a wide-ranging set of skills necessary to perform a particular job role in the IT world. Using the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) which John had already attained as a building block, the MCITP certification builds on that technical knowledge and expertise that he gained when he went through that first certification.

"Earning the MCITP gives me a feeling of self-satisfaction that I have gone after a goal that will not only help me and my career, but also directly impact the confidence that our clients will gain in knowing that I have the expertise needed to work on their networks and with their equipment. They can rest assured that I'm fully capable in deploying, supporting, and optimizing IT infrastructures and that my design and technology decisions will be sound," John relayed to us during our interview.

XCEL believes in providing clients with superior customer service and the technical expertise to realize and develop technology goals. As such, XCEL is careful to only hire senior level IT analysts. Doing so ensures that clients will not be billed unnecessarily for time spent analyzing a complex issue. When an XCEL Analyst arrives onsite, clients can be assured that their issue will be resolved quickly and efficiently.

About XCEL Professional Services
XCEL Professional Services is a Calgary-based IT Service Provider established in 2009. With a focus on IT Security for the SMB Market, XCEL has certified analysts on staff who care about the security and efficient operation of client networks. XCEL currently serves over 20 small to mid-sized businesses in the Calgary area, Saskatchewan, Central Alberta, British Columbia, and North Africa. Core services are IT Security, IT Projects (design, management, implementation, migration), and Managed IT Services (day-to-day computer and network support and maintenance).

Do you have questions about XCEL? Feel free to email us at info@xpsl.ca.

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