SAN CARLOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 23, 2000--Spacify Inc.
(www.spacify.com) said today that it has formed a strategic alliance
with the Office division of Aaron Rents, Inc. (NYSE: RNT). Under the
agreement, businesses nationwide will have access to Aaron's high
quality furniture rental, lease and purchase programs making it easier
than ever to outfit and manage business spaces online. Aaron Rents is
the nation's leader in the rental, rental purchase and specialty
retailing of residential and office furniture, consumer electronics
and home appliances.
Spacify will market and distribute Aaron products throughout its
web site and in its exclusive furniture rental department, allowing
businesses to easily view, compare and secure rental or lease
furniture online.
"Today's businesses are looking for a variety of procurement and
financing options when it comes to furnishing their office spaces,"
said Amita Sharma, Spacify CEO and Co-Founder. "Our partnership with
Aaron Rents, one of the largest players in the furniture rental space
is an immense addition to Spacify's overall offering, allowing
businesses to make better procurement and planning decisions without
ever leaving their desks."
Charles Loudermilk, Sr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of
Aaron Rents said, "Our partnership with Spacify exemplifies Aaron's
commitment to use technology and the Internet to efficiently reach
more customers and enable more businesses to realize the advantages of
our products."
The partnership brings Aaron's full catalog of business
furnishings to the Spacify web site, allowing businesses the option to
rent, lease or purchase Aaron products at Spacify.com and through
Spacify's many distribution and marketing sites. Businesses can choose
from whole office suites, desk systems, file cabinetry, panel systems,
tables, seating and more.
About Aaron Rents
Aaron Rents, Inc., based in Atlanta, currently has over 510
Company-operated and franchised stores in 39 states for the rental
and sale of residential and office furniture, accessories, consumer
electronics and household appliances. The Company manufactures
furniture, bedding and accessories at ten facilities in four states.
About Spacify Inc.
Spacify Inc. is based in San Carlos, Ca. Spacify provides business
services, technology and procurement solutions to businesses and real
estate management companies via the web. Launched in October of 1999,
the company provides products, services and management tools to
businesses nationwide. Spacify is backed by Byzantine Ventures.
www.spacify.com
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Gilbert Danielson, 404/231-0011 |
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Spacify Inc. |
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Joe Witherspoon, 650/413-5751 |
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