Argotechno, based in Brazil, has become a strategic partner and the latest value added reseller within the Latin America region to join Collis' growing network of distributors worldwide. They will offer the complete range of products and services in the mobile and payment domains, which include award winning and accredited test tools and quality consultancy services.

Argotechno operates in the software engineering market and provides IT consultancy services within the payment domain. From January 2012 on Argotechno has been accredited by MasterCard to provide Formal Approval Services (CPV, TIP & M-TIP), becoming one of the only three companies in the world entitled to provide such services. Collis also holds the same accreditation and certifications for other payment schemes. Thus a strategic partnership based on strong technical background and commitment to high quality customer centred products and services turn out to be of utmost relevance. With the partnership, both Collis and Argotechno are hoping to extend their service offering to their customers. This partnership offers an excellent opportunity to establish local expertise within the Latin America region as well as integration of technical teams leveraging knowledge, competencies and offers.

"Collis and Argotechno share the same vision for innovation and quality. Together we have a stronger and unparalleled offer to the market, particularly on products and services for the payment and mobile industries. Besides, test tools from Collis are simply a must for any card manufacturer, issuer, acquirer, processing centre and terminal vendor. Collis' services are innovative, conceptual and always meet the demands of the market. We are pleased to act as a local Collis technology partner within Latin America and this partnership will enable us to offer a complete solution to our customers. We are sure it will lead to new opportunities for business expansion", said and Eduardo Marcio Franco, CEOEO at Argotechno.

Berend van Geffen, Commercial Director at Collis added: "We are pleased to welcome Argotechno as a Collis strategic partner and value added reseller. There are immense opportunities and potential in the payment and mobile domains in Latin America. The local expertise and the international recognition of Argotechno add real value for Collis. Collis looks forward to a successful partnership with Argotechno in increasing Collis' brand awareness in Latin America through our high quality test tools and consultancy services. Together, we can ensure Trust in Technology within Brazil, Latin America and beyond."