C2000 braces for Windows 8 frenzy

Distribution behemoth launches dedicated website to smooth partners' road to customer adoption

C2000 has unveiled a dedicated Windows 8 website as it gears up for a surge in demand for all-in-one (AiO) PCs and tablets following the OS' launch.

The website features a glut of information and updates on Windows 8, including demo and sales videos showing off the features and benefits of the system.

Resellers can also enter a competition to win a new Windows 8 tablet by playing the Tiles game.

James Reed, director of PC systems and software at C2000, said: "The response to the Windows 8 launch has been really positive. As you would expect, the wave of new tablets and convertibles is getting a good deal of attention, but we are also seeing a lot of interest in the new AiO PCs that some vendors have released - from the education and public sector, but also for deployment in call centres, finance, retail and other vertical sectors where quick, slick, point-and-go operation is exactly what is needed.

"We have only just had the launch so these are early days and resellers and retailers will need to get up to speed on the features and benefits before they can start to drive new business activity. But we are expecting to see plenty of activity on both the consumer and commercial products as new tablets and AiOs come into stock over the coming weeks."

Reed predicted that businesses and public sector bodies will also be considering an upgrade to Windows 8. "The recent wave of developments has given IT departments and businesses many more options in terms of the type of device they can deploy now. Not just standard form factor desktops and laptops, but thin clients, virtual desktops, ultrabooks and a whole variety of tablet devices.

"Cloud-based apps and services are giving them more options with regard to software, and we have seen a progression of the operating environment at both server and desktop levels. With all these options, IT managers and SMBs are going to start examining their options for the future. It is a good time to be talking to customers about strategic planning."