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A Qwest VP Tells How to Handle H1N1 at the Office

Eric Bozich, Qwest vice president National Services, answers a series of questions about the potential impact of H1N1 at the workplace and how to keep a business operating in the event of a pandemic.

Eric Bozich Talks About the Qwest 100Gbps Backbone and Developments in Ethernet Services

Eric Bozich, vice president National Services at Qwest, talks about how the Qwest backbone will scale quickly and cost-effectively for enterprise, consumer, and wholesale customers. Bozich also describes the range of shared and dedicated Ethernet services Qwest offers, and shares how Qwest is participating in developing industry-standard processes for network-to-network interfaces for Ethernet services.

Trends and Advances in Communications Technologies: Pieter Poll's View

Recently, Qwest CTO Pieter Poll sat down with key news outlets resulting in several online interviews. In three separate interviews linked here, Poll brings into focus his thoughts on current trends and advances in communications technologies, including cloud computing, social networking , and the super-fast broadband speeds planned for Qwest's long-haul network.

EVP = Exploring Valuable Principles With Qwest's Bob Tregemba

Wanna grow your career and become an executive of a major service provider? Follow Bob Tregemba's advice: Be sure your peers know you are pulling for them. THEY are the ones that will make you promotable.

Qwest Honored by Cisco

Qwest Communications was recently named recipient of three Cisco Partner Summit awards: US & Canada Service Provider Partner of the Year, Service Provider Advanced Technology Partner of the Year, and Service Provider Services Partner of the Year.

IBM, Qwest Delivering IT Services To Mid-Sized Businesses

IBM and Qwest Communications International have teamed up to deliver packaged IT infrastructure services to mid-size businesses across the United States. The telecom and IT software partnership is largely based on the concept that many mid-size businesses want sophisticated computing services, but can't afford the capital investment.

Disaster recovery fits hosted model well

Business continuity services getting less expensive, more technologically rich.

IBM, Qwest team on managed services for medium-sized firms

Qwest Communications and IBM today announced a national partnership aimed at bringing a bundle of managed IT and communications services to medium-sized businesses.

An All Digital Hospital Webcast

Western Regional Medical Center in the CTCA network relies on a high-speed networking solution designed by Qwest Communications to help deliver a fully integrated, patient-centered treatment experience that combines traditional, state-of-the-art medical treatments with scientifically supported complementary therapies.

IBM to Manage Qwest Services

Qwest and IBM have signed a five-year agreement that will give Qwest customers access to several IBM-managed services targeted at medium-sized businesses.

Qwest: Ethernet enhances the education experience

Qwest signed a deal with the Utah Education Network to connect 21 of the state's 40 school districts to its statewide fiber-optic network.

The Grill: Qwest's Pieter Poll says why being a CTO is a dream job

Qwest's chief technology officer, Pieter Poll, talks of joking about being paid for his job 'because it's fun', and outlines where Qwest is headed.

Utah Education Network Connects Rural and Urban Schools

The Utah Education Network, a non-profit school consortium, has teamed up with Qwest Communications to deliver high-speed network services to Utah schools. The "multi-year, multimillion-dollar agreement" will connect 21 of Utah's 40 school districts to Qwest's GeoMax fiber-optic network.

Top 3 Imperatives for Investing in IT During the Downturn

Eric Bozich, vice president, project management, Qwest, underscores the three operational imperatives that businesses must focus on in 2009 to make their networks as secure and efficient as possible.

Q&A with Qwest's Trent Clausen, Director of OSP Engineering

Trent Clausen, Director of OSP Engineering, Qwest Communications, is profiled in a thought-leadership Q&A on the topic of broadband: how best to deploy it, what it means for consumers to have a converged voice, video, data and wireless service, and how we'll need to train technicians as the technology matures.

Q&A with Qwest CTO Pieter Poll

Pieter Poll touches upon all aspects of the network and customer experiences, including fiber, residential, video, business and even cloud computing. True to form, Poll is a true visionary and demonstrates a deep understanding of what the customer wants to experience and how technology can deliver that experience.

Colorado Utility Improves Customer Service with Qwest Call Center Technology

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Nov. 19, 2009 – Colorado Springs Utilities recently adopted a hosted call center solution from Qwest (NYSE: Q) that allows the organization to improve how it delivers key services, including meter-reading...

Qwest Announces December Webcasts

DENVER, Nov. 18, 2009 — Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) today announced that the following presentations will be webcast:

On Dec. 3, 2009, Joseph J. Euteneuer, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will present at the...

Suns and Qwest Communications Launch "Team Assist" Program

Two Arizona high school basketball programs to be awarded with $5,000 donation

PHOENIX, November 18, 2009 - The Phoenix Suns and Qwest Communications have partnered to launch “Team Assist,” a new community outreach initiative designed to provide new basketball equipment to two Arizona high school varsity...

Qwest Commences Exchange Offer

DENVER, Nov. 13, 2009 — Qwest Communications International Inc. (NYSE: Q) today announced the commencement of an offer by its Qwest Corporation (QC) subsidiary to exchange all of its privately placed outstanding 8.375 percent notes due 2016...

Qwest Foundation gives $12,500 grant to Great Hearts Academies and its newest school Downtown

November 16th check presentation at Teleos Preparatory Academy, 7:30 AM at 1401 E. Jefferson in Phoenix

Phoenix, AZ - November 16, 2009: On Monday, November 16th, 2009 at 7:30 AM, Jim Campbell, Arizona State President of Qwest, will make a gift presentation of $12,500 to the students of Teleos Preparatory Academy.  Located on the campus of...

Qwest Showcases Technology and Value in Fourth Quarter Advertising Campaign

DENVER – Nov. 12, 2009 – Qwest (NYSE: Q) has launched a series of new ads that showcase its technology and demonstrate how customers can get the greatest value from their services with the “Qwest Best Bundle,” which includes...

Colorado-Based Chamber of Commerce Integrates Voice and Data Using Qwest VoIP Solution

DENVER, Nov. 10, 2009 – The Aurora Chamber of Commerce, serving businesses in Colorado’s third-largest city, recently upgraded its office to an integrated voice and data platform using a unified communications solution designed and...

APS Foundation, Qwest Veterans to Help Kirtland Families

[Albuquerque, NM] - Students and military families who attend three Albuquerque elementary schools will receive support services thanks to a $5,000 grant from Qwest Veterans to the Albuquerque Public Schools Education Foundation.

The grant will...

Qwest Foundation Provides $100,000 Grant to Support Arizona Teachers and Innovative Use of Technology for 5th Straight Year

Applications due Dec. 16, 2009, and Feb. 16, 2010

Who and What:  For the 5th year, the Qwest Foundation and the Arizona Technology in Education Alliance (AzTEA) announced that the Qwest Foundation will provide $100,000 in grants for Arizona teachers who have developed creative ways to use...

Customers Rank Qwest Ethernet Services Best in Class

Nemertes Research survey recognizes communications provider as Ethernet services market leader

DENVER – Nov. 3, 2009 – Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) has earned the “Market Leader” award for Ethernet services from Nemertes Research in its recently announced 2009 PilotHouse Awards. Nemertes Research is a...

Qwest Announces Change to Management Retirement Benefits; Freezes Management Salaries for 2010

DENVER – Nov. 2, 2009 – Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) today announced that effective Jan. 1, 2010, the company will no longer provide future pension benefit accruals for active management employees under the Qwest Pension Plan and the...

Clinton Teacher Receives Surprise Grant from First Lady and Qwest Foundation

CLINTON, MONT. – Oct. 29, 2009 – For the third consecutive year, First Lady Nancy Schweitzer and the Qwest Foundation are making a tour of Montana, awarding surprise grants to teachers who use technology in their classrooms in new and...

The Paisley Index Honors Qwest 411 Service for the 11th Consecutive Time

DENVER, Oct. 29, 2009 — Qwest (NYSE: Q) has received top honors for its operator and information services from the Paisley National Directory Assistance Performance IndexSM for the 11th consecutive time, and continues to lead the industry in...

Qwest Responds to Small Businesses’ Call for Simple IT

New Qwest® Core Connect™ Solution Delivers Essential IT Services in One Simple Package

DENVER – Oct. 28, 2009 – Earlier this year, Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q) asked small-business owners what they thought about the IT and communication services they use and heard the same answer again and again: “It’s...

Qwest Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

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Qwest Launches High-Speed Internet in Fromberg

BRIDGER, MONT., Oct. 27, 2009 – Qwest Communications today announced that high-speed Internet service is now available in Fromberg as a result of an investment to upgrade the local communications network. With Qwest® High-Speed...

Qwest Launches High-Speed Internet in Clancy, Boulder, Wolf Creek and Canyon Ferry

HELENA, MONT., Oct. 27, 2009 – Qwest Communications today announced that high-speed Internet service is now available in Clancy, Boulder, Wolf Creek and Canyon Ferry as a result of an investment to upgrade the local communications...

Life-Saving World War II Story Comes Online, Thanks to Qwest Foundation Grant

Florida Holocaust Museum Hosts Online Bielski Brothers Exhibit, Brings “Defiance” Story to Millions

DENVER – Oct. 27, 2009 – A pair of old work boots and a tattered shirt are generally considered junk. But when they were worn by a man who braved one of the most dangerous times in world history and another who stood beside him to save...

Utah State Office of Education and Qwest Foundation Team to Reward Innovative Teachers Throughout Utah with Tech Grants

Qwest Granting $50,000 for Teachers’ Technology Improvements in Utah

 
SALT LAKE CITY, OCT. 27, 2009 – The Utah State Office of Education (USOE) today announced the Qwest Foundation’s Teachers and Technology grant program, which for the fourth year in a row will offer funds that allow...

Women’s Chamber Names Outstanding Businesses and Businesswomen at Awards Lunch

Qwest Communications Named Large Company of the Year

DENVER, Oct. 23, 2009 – The Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CWCC) honored recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Young Professional of the Year Award and Company of the Year for small, medium and large businesses Friday...

Hinsdale High School Teacher Receives Surprise Grant From the Qwest Foundation

HINSDALE, MONT. – Oct. 19, 2009 – For the third consecutive year, the Qwest Foundation is awarding surprise grants to teachers who use technology in their classrooms in new and innovative ways. The grants are part of the Qwest Teachers...

Circle High School Teacher Receives Surprise Grant From Qwest Foundation

CIRCLE, MONT. – Oct. 20, 2009 – For the third consecutive year, the Qwest Foundation is making a tour of Montana, awarding surprise grants to teachers who use technology in their classrooms in new and innovative ways. The grants are...

Remaining Qwest Wireless Phone Customers Must Switch to a New Wireless Provider by Oct. 31

DENVER, Oct. 22, 2009 – Qwest will discontinue Qwest Wireless cellular phone service on Oct. 31, 2009, and is encouraging remaining Qwest Wireless customers to switch to a new wireless provider in advance of the Oct. 31 shutdown. Customers...

A. Duie Pyle Enhances Business Performance, Service with Qwest’s Integrated Voice and Data Solution

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Oct. 20, 2009 – A. Duie Pyle recently upgraded its communications network and enhanced operations using an integrated voice and data solution from Qwest Communications (NYSE: Q). Qwest connected 20 A. Duie Pyle locations,...

Great Falls Teacher Receives Surprise Grant From Qwest Foundation

GREAT FALLS, MONT. – Oct. 14, 2009 – For the third consecutive year, the Qwest Foundation is making a tour of Montana, awarding surprise grants to teachers who use technology in their classrooms in new and innovative ways. The grants...