Avnet Technology Solutions and DSI Team to Provide Integrated Wireless Data Capture Solution; Offering Includes Software, Server, Wireless Hardware and Services for Barcode and RFID Technology Solutions

SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 28, 2006--Avnet Technology Solutions, an operating group of Avnet Inc. (NYSE:AVT) and a distributor focused on enterprise computer products and embedded subsystems, today announced that it is offering a fully integrated solution for automated data capture (ADC) leveraging barcode and radio frequency identification (RFID) technology.

Avnet's solution includes Data Systems International's (DSI) dcLink(R) software, industry-standard x86 servers, wireless data capture hardware and supporting infrastructure. Available to Avnet's partners in the United States and Canada, the solution also includes software maintenance, hardware warranties, training, implementation and support. This solution is for Avnet's partners who want to expand their support for companies that are looking to leverage RFID and real-time tracking of inventory, assets and time.

"This new offering from Avnet and DSI enables our partners to build their automated data capture and RFID practices at an affordable, accelerated pace," said Michael Douglass, vice president, enterprise mobility solutions, Avnet Technology Solutions. "Our partners can provide these innovative new technologies without having to invest the traditional time and resources in solution development and vendor management. Avnet and DSI supply the configuration, integration, marketing and sales support services required for implementing these sophisticated solutions."

DSI's dcLink software is designed for automated data capture in production, warehouse and field service locations. It helps companies reduce asset management costs, improve productivity and create a real-time view of resources throughout the enterprise. DSI's software is compatible with a variety of industry-standard x86 servers and wireless handhelds. It also seamlessly integrates with database and enterprise resource applications for true end-to-end data management. The introductory bundle from Avnet includes dcLink software licenses for up to 10 wireless devices, plus services such as maintenance, warranties and training. DSI's software will be pre-configured onto IBM, HP and other industry-standard servers, and fully integrated with wireless infrastructure products. In addition, dcLINK software is also available on its own so partners can incorporate it into fully customized solutions.

"Our data capture solution will create new, higher margin opportunities for Avnet partners," said Matt McGraw, senior vice president, sales and marketing at DSI. "We have been looking for additional opportunities to expand our business, and we believe that the combination of Avnet's technical expertise, supplier relationships and sales resources will help us accelerate our growth."

"By creating a turnkey solution for automated data capture, Avnet and DSI have simplified my sales cycle," said Bill Teicher, president, Dynamic System Solutions. "I see tremendous potential for my business in this industry and have already developed new opportunities because of the collaborative efforts of Avnet and DSI."

About Data Systems International

Since 1979, DSI (www.dsionline.com) has served thousands of users worldwide with automated data collection and mobile application solutions for enterprise software. DSI's award-winning dcLINK(R) software delivers RFID, automated data collection and mobile solutions to more than 40,000 users at over 1,800 client installations in 31 countries.

About Avnet Technology Solutions

Avnet Technology Solutions is an operating group of Avnet Inc. representing more than $4 billion in annual revenue, with locations in more than 30 countries. As a global technology sales and marketing organization, Avnet Technology Solutions has sales divisions focused on specific customer segments and a select line card strategy enabling an exceptional level of attention to the needs of its customers and suppliers.

Avnet enables success from the center of the technology industry, providing cost-effective services and solutions vital to a broad base of more than 100,000 customers and 300 suppliers. The company markets, distributes and adds value to a wide variety of electronic components, enterprise computer products and embedded subsystems. Through its premier market position, Avnet brings a breadth and depth of capabilities that help its trading partners accelerate growth and realize cost efficiencies. For the fiscal year ended July 1, 2006, Avnet generated $14.25 billion in revenue through sales in approximately 70 countries. Visit www.avnet.com.