SCSC ScanSource Inc

ScanSource Security Distribution, a sales unit of ScanSource, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCSC), has partnered with Panasonic to distribute the company's line of video surveillance solutions ranging from analog-based systems to new and expanding IP video security systems. Through this partnership, ScanSource Security's reseller customers will have access to Panasonic's wide range of industry-leading video surveillance and security products, including the company's new and expanded i-Pro Series of intelligent and professional IP/networking solutions, as well as its expansive range of IP remote monitoring solutions for residential and small office/home office use. ScanSource Security also will distribute Panasonic's cameras and lenses, including the Super Dynamic III (SDIII) intelligent technology line-up of cameras, biometric access control, digital video recorders, management software, lenses and housings, and network interfaces needed to deliver a total physical security solution. "Panasonic is a leader in bringing IP-enabled security solutions to the market," said Tony Sorrentino, vice president of merchandising, ScanSource Security Distribution. "At ScanSource Security, we are committed to helping our resellers grow their business and, for those wanting to offer IP-based security solutions, we believe our partnership with Panasonic will help move them to the next level." "Panasonic Security Systems is pleased to work with ScanSource Security, a specialty technology products distributor," commented Keith Ridings, national sales manager, Panasonic Security Systems. "ScanSource Security's exceptional capabilities and commitment to the security marketplace, combined with Panasonic's innovative and intelligent technology, will create a strong team providing an enhanced business relationship to a larger dealer and reseller base." ScanSource Security Distribution offers access control, surveillance/CCTV, intrusion, fire and identification products exclusively to the reseller community. The company provides competitive pricing; free ground shipping; products in stock and ready to ship from a centralized location, allowing for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness; and highly trained sales representatives and technical support specialists with an extensive product knowledge. For more information on ScanSource Security and the industry-leading Panasonic security solutions available, please visit www.scansourcesecurity.com. About Panasonic Panasonic System Solutions Company, Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, is a leader in digital video technology that continues to pave the way to an integrated digital networked platform. It's the impetus behind our strategic corporate initiative "we get IT!" - Information Technology and Intelligent Technology. Panasonic's new i-Pro Series IP intelligent and professional products reflect the company's on-going network initiative and leadership role in the ever changing security marketplace. Additionally, Panasonic offers a line of systems products to support the large installed base of analog systems including: Super Dynamic III DSP cameras and dome systems, digital video recorders, matrix and sequential switching systems, control software, plasma displays, LCD monitors, lenses, peripheral devices, and iris reader access control and identity managements systems. Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company also is a Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America. Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic Corporation of North America is the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (NYSE:MC) of Japan, and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. Information about Panasonic and its products is available at www.panasonic.com. Additional company information for journalists is available at www.panasonic.com/pressroom. About ScanSource, Inc. ScanSource, Inc. is a leading international distributor of specialty technology products for the reseller community. ScanSource markets automatic identification and data capture (AIDC) and point-of-sale (POS) products through its ScanSource sales unit; Avaya communications products through its Catalyst Telecom sales unit; communications products through its Paracon sales unit; and electronic security products through its ScanSource Security Distribution unit. The Company serves the North America marketplace and has an international segment, which sells AIDC and POS products in Latin America and Europe. Founded in 1992, the Company markets products from more than 100 technology manufacturers to over 16,000 value-added technology resellers and is committed to empowering them with tools and services designed to help them grow. For more information, call the toll-free sales telephone number at 800.944.2432 or visit www.scansource.com.