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DSI Tech is an IT Product Reseller & Service Provider for nationwide customers including commercial companies, Federal agencies, and State & Local Government and Education (SLED). We put the customer first and understand the importance of providing a valuable experience from start to finish – from site surveys to implementation, and ongoing technical support backed by our team of certified engineers and experts.

DSI Tech was founded in 1991 by the current owners, Atul Bhatia and Vinu Luthra. We are headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, with offices conveniently located in Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Texas. DSI Tech is a certified Minority-Owned Small Business that has grown into a national IT Reseller and Service Provider of top industry vendor products and solutions.

Our Mission

We strive to provide nationwide clients with complete IT solutions and services that are secure, innovative, energy efficient, and cost effective with a primary focus on customer service and creating a valuable experience from start to finish.

Our Vision

To emerge as a premier national IT value-add reseller and services provider of top-class industry products and solutions.

Our Core Values

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Attention to Detail

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Care &
Compassion

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Collaboration
& Teamwork

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Commitment

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Credibility

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Going the
Extra Mile

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Lifting Up
Others

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Quality Products
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DSI Tech History

1991
1993
1994-99
1999
2000
2001-09
2010
2015

1991

Atul Bhatia and Vinu Luthra formed Network Connections, Inc. located in Fairfax, Virginia, that focused on network installation and support. Revenues reached $25K in their first year of business.

1993

Moved to Chantilly, Virginia, and won their first SLED contract with the state of Virginia. Company name changed to AV Networks, Inc.

1994-99

Won various SLED contracts with the states of Georgia, Maryland, and North Carolina, the majority being for HP computer and printer products.

1999

Revenues reached $44M (all SLED business).

2000

Merged with DISYS (Digital Intelligence Systems Corporation), a Fortune 500 staffing-only company. Combined company revenues in 2000 reached approximately $50M.

2001-09

Focused on company growth. In 2004 became a Cisco Partner. In 2009 reached revenues of over $200M.

2010

Atul and Vinu dissolved their partnership with DISYS and became an independent company named DISYS Solutions Inc., continuing their mission to provide complete IT solutions and services. Achieved Cisco Gold Partner Status.

2015

Moved headquarters to Ashburn, Virginia, known as the “Data Center Capital of the World”.

DSI Tech Leaders

Atul Bhatia
Atul Bhatia
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Atul Bhatia sets the company’s strategic direction and focuses on the development of financial strategies to support operational growth. With more than 27 years of organizational and management experience in the IT industry, his expertise as a skilled negotiator and visionary of lucrative market opportunities have contributed to DSI Tech’s continued success in the marketplace.

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Vinu Luthra
Vinu Luthra
President & Chairman

Vinu Luthra oversees the company’s daily operations, including the contract proposal process and the sale/implementation process of IT solutions and services. With more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry, his expertise and dedication have led DSI Tech to winning several multi-million dollar government technology contracts nationwide.

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Alan Bechara
Alan Bechara
Executive Vice President (EVP)

Alan Bechara is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of DSI Tech business goals. Mr. Bechara brings more than 25 years of industry experience to the position. He has been very successful at developing the vision, direction, and strategies required for leading businesses and creating a positive corporate reputation.

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DSI Tech Solutions & Services

DSI Tech Recent Awards

Cisco Partner of the Year Award 2016

“Outstanding Customer Satisfaction Partner of the Year – Americas East” at the 2016 Cisco Partner Summit

Cisco Partner of the Year Award 2017

“Capital Partner of the Year – Americas US East” at the 2017 Cisco Partner Summit

Cisco Partner of the Year Award 2018

“Outstanding Customer Satisfaction Partner of the Year – US East” at the 2018 Cisco Partner Summit

Cisco Partner of the Year Award 2020

“Customer Experience Partner of the Year” & “SLED East Territory Partner of the Year” at the 2020 Cisco Partner Summit

Cisco Partner of the Year Award 2023

“Partner of the Year – Blue Ridge Region” at the 2023 Cisco Partner Summit

Top Partners & Vendors

Cisco Partner Certifications
  • Cisco Partner since 2004
  • Gold Integrator & Provider
  • Master Specializations in Collaboration, Networking, and Security
  • Cloud & Managed Services Provider
  • Advanced Specializations in Collaboration Architecture, Enterprise Networks Architecture, Security Architecture
  • Specialized Partner in Collaboration SaaS, Customer Experience, Environmental Sustainability, Hyperflex, Internet of Things (IoT), Umbrella for MSSPs, Webex Contact Center
  • CCDA, CCDP, CCENT, CCIE, CCNA, CCNP
HPE & Aruba Partner Certifications
  • HPE Silver Partner – Hybrid IT
  • Aruba Silver Partner – Campus Mobility
  • Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP) V6.4
  • ClearPass Sales Specialist (CPSS) [2017]
  • HP ASE – Storage Solutions Architect V1
  • HP ATP – FlexNetwork Solutions V2
  • HP ATP – FlexNetwork Solutions V2
  • HP ATP – FlexNetwork Solutions V3
  • HP ATP – FlexNetwork Solutions V3
  • HP ATP – Server Solutions V2
  • HP ATP – Server Solutions V2
  • HP ATP – Storage Solutions V1
  • HP ATP – Storage Solutions V1
  • HP Master ASE – Storage Solutions Architect V1
  • HPE ASE – Server Solutions Architect V3
  • HPE ATP – Server Solutions V3
  • HPE Networking Installation and Startup Solution Qualification
  • HPE Networking Installation and Startup Solution Qualification
  • HPE Networking Installation and Startup Solution Qualification
  • HPE Proliant Blade/ML/DL/SL/and Apollo Service and Solution Qualification
  • HPE Sales Certified – Aruba Products and Solutions [2017]
  • HPE Sales Certified – Aruba Products and Solutions [2017]
  • HPE Sales Certified – IT Business Conversations [2017]
  • HPE Sales Certified – IT Business Conversations [2017]
  • Selling HPE Nimble Storage (NS-1000-E)
VMware Partner Certifications
  • VMware Certified Implementation Expert 87:99 Network Virtualization
  • VMware Certified Implementation Expert  Network Virtualization
  • VMware Certified Professional – Network Virtualization
  • VMware Certified Professional 6 – Data Center Virtualization
  • VMware Certified Professional 6 – Network Virtualization
  • VMware Certified Professional on vSphere 5
  • VMware Ethics and Compliance Training for Partners
  • VMware Strategic Initiatives Overview

Latest News

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Success story:

State University Network Refresh

DSI Tech embarked on a five-year $60 million enterprise network refresh project to upgrade and rebuild a major state university campus network, including the replacement of wiring and other communications equipment in more than 250 buildings.

University success stories
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Success story:

County High Schools Network Upgrade

DSI Tech upgraded the wired and wireless network for all of the high schools in a county school system. The project involved installation of 700 access points and 350 switches within a tight window during the summer break.

K-12 success stories
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Success story:

State University VoIP Phone System

The state university had a mix of four phone systems with equipment running out of support. Maintaining it was costly and difficult. DSI Tech migrated the customer to a new VoIP phone system in a phased manner while integrating with the existing systems.

University success stories
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Success story:

State Government Next-Gen Switches

DSI Tech migrated and deployed a Next-Gen Cisco Nexus Core along with upgrade of Distribution and Access layer switches for a state government. We conducted planning, staging, deployment, comprehensive documentation, testing, and knowledge transfer through project close-out.

government success stories
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Success story:

State University Disaster Recovery

DSI Tech assisted a state university to position virtual infrastructure with remote storage for an effective Disaster Recovery solution. We also implemented a campus-wide next generation wireless system where students, faculty, staff, and guests can work and collaborate in a secure and mobile environment.

University success stories
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Success story:

School System Network Upgrade

The network upgrade project involved installation and configuration of switches, security solutions for the wireless network, and voice/telephone upgrade.

K-12 success stories