Wyse Technology, the global leader in thin computing and client virtualization, today announced that it has been selected as a Citrix Ready Solution of the Year award finalist. The award recognizes those that excel in providing solutions compatible with Citrix products and confidence in joint solution compatibility.

Citrix Systems honored Wyse with this recognition in anticipation of the winner announcement at Citrix Synergy San Francisco 2010, an important industry event where virtualization, networking and cloud computing meet.

"Wyse continues to demonstrate its commitment to Citrix as Citrix Ready partner and together we have expanded to offer new and exciting solutions. With their HDX Ready thin clients, Wyse has shown their dedication and support of the Citrix Ready Program," said John Fanelli, vice president of solutions and community marketing at Citrix Systems, Inc. "Congratulations on your selection as a finalist."

Wyse was chosen for this award based on five selection criteria: impact on Citrix business; commitment to its relationship with Citrix; customer satisfaction, channel and field commitment; and, marketing commitment. Citrix Ready showcases select trusted solutions designed to meet various customer needs. Through the online catalog and Citrix Ready branding program, customers can easily find and build a trusted infrastructure. Citrix Ready not only demonstrates current mutual product compatibility, but through our continued industry relationships also ensures future interoperability.

"We have worked closely with Citrix Systems for over 15 years to promote and provide the benefits of desktop virtualization to our customers," said Jeff McNaught, Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Wyse. "We are honored to be chosen as a Citrix Ready Solution of the Year finalist and to be showcased within the Citrix alliance and channel eco-systems."