Netconnect is a network solutions company providing the full range of networking technologies, specialising in the systems integration of diverse systems with the Internet.

Company Profile - Introduction

Netconnect was founded in 1994 by Adrian Karth who identified a need
within the market for specialised computer communications. Netconnect
develop solutions focusing on computer networks, integration and system
communications. Our skills and experience focus is in the area of LANs,
WANs, System Security and Corporate Internet Access. Netconnect design
communication solutions based on global products that are technology
leaders in their respective fields. These include: Novell Netware, SCO
Unix, Linux, IBM AIX, Microsoft Windows NT and Cisco Systems.
Netconnect is one of the few network solutions companies in Port
Elizabeth who are not limited to providing or supporting one operating
system.

Netconnect are proud to be associated with companies such as Compaq,
Microsoft and Cisco and have received full accreditation as:

Cisco Premier Partners
Compaq Resellers
Chase Development Partners

We strive to provide our clients with exceptional service by way of
expertly qualified & experienced staff, who design tailored,
business-enhancing IT solutions.

SME Corporate Internet Service Providers

We currently host a 832 KB feed into the Eastern Cape which we have
secured for the sole benefit of our corporate clients. We are not in
the home user dial-up market. Our aim is to provide fast, reliable,
high band-width access focusing on minimum down-time and maximum
security for the corporate users.

Skills Base

Our technical staff base comprises of five System Engineers who are
highly motivated, young, dynamic people.

Adrian Karth
    SCO Advanced Certified Engineer
    Cisco Certified Design Associate
Garth Parfitt
    B Comm (UPE)
    Microsoft MCSE
    Cisco Certified Network Associate
Marius Strauss
    A+ Certified Engineer
    Compaq Accredited Platform Specialist
Johan Rautenbach
    Microsoft MSCE
Sean Cornell
    Microsoft MCP
    Compaq Accredited Platform Specialist

It is our aim to continually provide training and exposure to our
technical staff thus ensuring that the latest solutions technology is
provided to our clients via their implemented network solution.

Existing Client Base / Reference Sites

We have established the following local and national clients with whom
we are proud to be associated. The systems solutions that have been
implemented at each of these sites has been uniquely designed and
tailored to meet the client brief.

These reference sites are samples of a small, a medium and a large
network infrastructure that we have designed, implemented and currently
maintain.

Address: 173 Cape Road, Port Elizabeth
Contact Person: Mrs Carol Luck
Position: Financial Manager
Tel No: 396 9200

Associated since: 1996

Highlights:

• 1996 Started upgrades of PC's to stay within the technology window
• 1997 Conveyancing Dept. moves to Greenacres. WAN connectivity setup between Govan Mbeki Ave and Greenacres
• 1999 Entire JGS company moves to new premises (Cape Road) 50 PCs moved and installed in 3 days (over a weekend) resulting in minimal downtime.
• 1999 Network Cabling upgraded to 100 base T.
• 2000 Novell to NT Information Systems conversion

Bel-Essex Group comprising of: Bel-Essex, Beltronix, D&B Wiring,
Micro Finish Tooling, BGG Cables, Bel-Woco, Kenzan Tiles
(Port Elizabeth and Cape Town), Powercomp (Pretoria), Quick
Packaging (Cape Town).

Address: 130 Paterson Road, North End, Port Elizabeth
Contact Person: Mr Peter Merrington
Position: Group Admin Director
Tel No: 484 5456

Associated since: 1997

Highlights:
* Initial Serial LANs upgraded to UTP LANs
* Implementation of Frame Relay Wan across sites
* Hosting of Bel-Essex Group Internet domains
* Mail Integration

Aspen Holdings (previously known as South African Druggist Group)
comprising: Aspen Health, Pharmacare Pharmaceuticals, Lennons, Selfmed,
Infacare. There are four branch offices, five factories, seven
warehouses as well as a Head Office and an Office Park consisting of 15
buildings. These premises are located in different centers around South
Africa.

Address: Building No. 8, Druggist Park, Woodlands Drive, Woodmead
Contact Person: Mrs Greer Brooks
Position: National Network Manager
Tel No: (011) 239 6100

Associated since: 1995

Highlights: - as per client:
* Service Levels
* One of the 1st to successfully install Point to Point satellite Comms (IBS)
* Minimum Network Downtime
* Company service culture and dedication

Broadlands Finance International
Contact: Mr Gary Scallan
Tel: (041) 366 1777


International Finance Group
Contact: Mr Marc Marryatt
Tel: (041) 394 2600