RE/MAX International has named Gateway, Inc. (NYSE: GTW) as the preferred technology solutions provider for its global real estate franchise network. Gateway technology solutions will be highlighted at the 2001 RE/MAX International Convention in San Diego, Feb. 25-28.

RE/MAX affiliates will have access to specially configured desktop and notebook computers, built-to-order to meet their specific needs. Gateway training programs will help RE/MAX members maximize their technology investment with hundreds of courses to meet a wide range of business needs. Course offerings range from word processing to leveraging digital photography and the Internet to expand their businesses. Gateway’s flexible training programs allow customers to learn the way they want with courses available on the Internet, CD- ROM training and instructor-led classes in 300 Gateway Country stores across the nation.

Ranked by small businesses as the top provider of service and support among all computing and networking vendors in an AMI Research study, Gateway's Client Care services are an integral part of the total small business network solution. Gateway offers businesses a range of services from free on-site consultation to technical support available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Under the new relationship, RE/MAX affiliates will qualify for special discounts on desktop or notebook computers, plus have convenient one-stop shopping for more than 30,000 related accessories. These benefits will be available only in the United States initially, with other countries to be added in the future. RE/MAX currently has franchise operations in 37 countries.

Published: February 22, 2001

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