ATLANTA, -- Aug. 30, 2004 -- VIA NET.WORKS USA ( http://www.vianetworks.net ), a leading provider of business communication solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises, today announced a strategic alliance with TwentySix2 Marketing, a full-service Internet marketing and web design agency. This partnership expands VIA USA's service offerings by providing its clients with premium search engine optimization services.
Search engines drive a reported 85 percent of all web traffic, making it critical for small and medium-sized businesses to take advantage of this additional means for exposure to their customers and prospects. TwentySix2 works with over 300 companies, ranging from small companies to Fortune 1000 clients, including Rosewood Hotels and Internap. Their search engine optimization service includes identifying popular and relevant keywords, ensuring the website design is "search engine friendly," optimizing the content and building links to other relevant sites to improve "link popularity."
"Research has shown that most people don't go beyond the first page of results when they do a search," says John Waddy, President, TwentySix2 Marketing. "It is critical for companies to get in the top positions of Google and other search engines in order to see the most value for investment in the Web. Services such as ours complement VIA USA's offerings and enhance how companies are able to achieve visibility and results through Internet marketing."
VIA also offers customers services such as cost-effective managed IP solutions as well as managed hosting, co-location and security services. Customers can obtain these services as well as the new search engine optimization service by contacting VIA at 800.749.1706 or going to http://www.vianetworks.net .
"VIA continues to look for products and services, developed by ourselves or partners, that extend the value of our services to our customers and creates new competitive advantages for them," says Patrick Gaul, Managing Director of VIA USA. "We understand how critical it is for our customers to maximize the value of their marketing investments and to generate real bottom line results. We are pleased to offer the capabilities of companies such as TwentySix2 Marketing to meet the ongoing needs of our customers and their businesses."
About TwentySix2 Marketing
TwentySix2 Marketing is a full-service Internet marketing and web design agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. We employ numerous specialists in the areas of web design and Internet marketing, including web site development, e-commerce, graphic design, copy writing, keyword research, search engine optimization, pay per click marketing, email marketing, online research and Internet advertising.
About VIA NET.WORKS
VIA NET.WORKS USA (VIA USA), an Atlanta-based managed Web hosting company, is a local operation of VIA NET.WORKS Inc. VIA USA provides business customers in more than 85 countries with superior managed hosting services, Internet infrastructure and exceptional customer service. For more information on VIA NET.WORKS USA, visit http://www.vianetworks.net , e-mail sales@vianetworks.net or call 404.495.5660.
About VIA NET.WORKS Inc.
VIA NET.WORKS Inc. (Nasdaq: VNWI) is a leading provider of business communication solutions to small and medium-sized businesses in Europe and the United States. VIA's local operations offer a comprehensive portfolio of flexible and reliable managed services including internet access, DSL and lease line connectivity, VPNs, hosting, security, applications and voice. Through its bundled solutions and market-specific partner relationships, VIA is in a unique position to deliver long-term value-added services to its many customers. For further information, please visit our Web site: http://www.vianetworks.com .
