Acer’s Road to 50: Pioneering Technology and Sustainability
Acer’s strategic journey toward its 50th anniversary is marked by its commitment to a fully indirect channel business model, a comprehensive product portfolio, award-winning services, and efficient sales tools. As we approach this milestone, Acer continues to adapt and expand, ensuring a robust foundation for our customers’ business growth.
A Legacy of Innovation
Since its inception in 1976 from the notebook division of Texas Instruments, Acer has consistently aimed to democratize technology, making it accessible and user-friendly for everyone. Innovation remains at the core of Acer’s response to social and environmental challenges. Today, Acer is dedicated to meeting business needs with comprehensive IT packages that promote sustainable growth, enhance financial stability, and ensure peace of mind.
Our Value Proposition
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, digital transformation is paramount. By prioritizing security, sustainability, and efficiency, Acer unlocks numerous possibilities for its customers. We offer tangible solutions and clear competitive advantages across all our business areas, underscoring our commitment to sustainability, an innovative portfolio, a robust network of channel partners, and award-winning services and sales tools.
The Crucial Role of Channel Partners
Acer’s ecosystem of partners is pivotal in addressing end-customer needs and facilitating their digital transformation with a complete suite of solutions and services. Our channel partners bring industry-leading expertise, helping customers make informed decisions and supporting them as their business needs evolve. The Synergy Partner Program, with its three certification levels (Authorized, Gold, and Synergy Platinum Partners), is tailored to support various market segments and performance levels. Additionally, specialized certifications like Acer for Education Partners and Acer Cloud Partners cater to vertical markets, enhancing the value and reach of our services.
In-House Repair and Contact Centers
Acer’s company-owned call and repair centers reflect our commitment to local investments, countering the trend of outsourcing to more economical locations. This strategy allows us to adapt swiftly to market changes, optimize repair processes, and maintain high-quality service standards. Reliable products deserve reliable service, and no one knows our products better than we do. In a globalized world, rapid, high-quality service is crucial.
Centering Sustainability
Acer is dedicated to creating a better future for coming generations. We work closely with our entire ecosystem to promote a circular economy, lower our carbon footprint, and enhance the well-being and adaptability of people. Our commitment is evident in our professional portfolio and the Vero lineup, which includes:
- Up to 30% post-consumer recycled plastics in device chassis.
- 100% recyclable packaging materials.
- Toxic-free printing to minimize environmental impact.
- Self-maintenance design for easy disassembly, repair, and upgrade, extending device lifespan and reducing electronic waste.
Next-Gen Sales Tools
Managed services are the future of tech, offering financial and environmental benefits. Acer as a Service, which includes Acer Smart Financing and Acer Device as a Service, exemplifies our approach to sustainable business growth. These services provide flexibility in managing IT fleets, reducing carbon footprints, and minimizing e-waste. The Acer Trade-in Express platform allows customers to offset new product costs by trading in old devices, contributing directly to the circular economy.
A Built-to-Last Portfolio
Acer’s Professional Portfolio is engineered for a wide range of businesses, especially SMBs. Our devices are designed for durability, security, productivity, and remote management, all while making a lower environmental impact. Certifications like ENERGY STAR®, TCO, and EPEAT align with the sustainability goals of forward-thinking businesses. Moreover, AI integration in the Acer TravelMate series enhances productivity, personalization, and power efficiency.
About Acer
Founded in 1976, Acer is a global ICT company with a presence in over 160 countries. Acer’s 7,500 employees are dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of products and solutions that bridge the gap between people and technology. As the industry evolves, Acer is focused on creating ecosystems that fuse hardware, software, and services, opening new possibilities for consumers and businesses alike.
