Web Hosting Provider MCI Teams with DataValet for Internet Services

MCI, Inc. (www.mci.com) and DataValet (www.datavalet.com) today announced they will collaborate to deploy and support broadband services to U.S.-based hotels.

"With DataValet's adaptive High Speed Internet Access solutions and our extensive IP knowledge and capabilities, we can provide seamless broadband services to hotels and guests in one comprehensive package," said Steve Young, senior vice president of MCI Commercial Sales.

As part of the agreement, MCI's sales force will offer turnkey wired and wireless broadband solutions while DataValet will provide project management and customer service support.

This agreement leverages MCI's global leadership in providing data, Internet and voice services and DataValet's expertise in deploying hotels for broadband access in guest rooms, meeting rooms and public areas.

DataValet also will tailor broadband services to efficiently manage the distribution, administration and billing of High Speed Internet Access (HSIA) for hotel guests and provide dedicated help desk services 24/7 to keep both clients and guests connected whenever and wherever they need to be in the hotel.

As a preferred provider for many hotel chains, MCI has experience in developing and implementing high-speed, reliable Internet services that specifically address hotel customer needs.

By offering a full-range of broadband connections to its global IP infrastructure, MCI provides complete end-to-end guest access to IP-based services.