Harrison confirms new HDS role

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Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) has confirmed the appointment of ex-Dell channel head Paul Harrison to the newly created role of business regional sales director.

From October 2011,Harrisonwill be responsible for developing new business opportunities, with a focus on large enterprise, corporate and commercial customers. He will report to Darren Barker, UK & Ireland sales director.

Stephen Ball, regional VP & general manager, HDS UK comments: “This is a highly strategic hire as the creation of a new senior role demonstrates our commitment to our ambitious UK growth strategy, during an exciting time for the storage networking industry.

“We have already established a very strong management team at HDS and Paul’s wealth of knowledge of the partner community and the technology industry, together with his exemplary track record, will be a fantastic addition.”

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