Honor Marks Second Consecutive Year IT Consultancy Recognized with Award

Atlanta-based Cumberland Group announced today that for the second year in a row, Cisco has named it a Break Away Partner of the Year for the southern United States. Recognizing exemplary partners who’ve demonstrated best-in-class business practices within their respective regions, the honor was one of several Cisco unveiled at its annual Partner Summit, which wrapped up Thursday in Las Vegas.

The Break Away Partner award is given to the organizations that have demonstrated growth and technical competence across advanced data center architecture, collaboration, enterprise networks and security.

“This is a testament to Cumberland Group’s determination to grow strategically, with intention, and guided by what’s in the best interest of our clients,” said Rob Wentz, vice president of business development. “The Break Away Partner Award signifies our commitment to providing innovative IT advice and solutions that promise organizations the ability to pivot in an ever-changing environment.”

Cisco Partner Summit awards reflect the top-performing partners within specific technology markets across several geographical regions. All award recipients are selected by a group of Cisco Worldwide Partner Organization and regional executives.

About Cumberland Group

Based in Atlanta, Ga., Cumberland Group is the advisory and services firm companies turn to when their technology can’t keep up with today’s demands. We sit at the intersection of management consulting firms, technology manufacturers, VARS, and system integrators—a vantage that provides a broad perspective as we guide organizations making critical decisions for immediate improvement and long-term business goals. Our advice is tailored to our clients’ goals; our integration, customized to their needs; and our solutions are developed specifically for their challenges. From strategic planning to precision execution, we do whatever it takes to help them prepare for whatever’s next. Our combination of fresh perspective, deep resources, and turn-on-a-dime flexibility is why leading companies partner with Cumberland Group for their most challenging IT initiatives.