Today Prestigio announced a partnership with Absolute® Software Corporation (TSX: ABT), the industry standard for persistent endpoint security and management solutions for computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones.

With this partnership, Persistence® technology by Absolute Software will be embedded in the firmware of Prestigio devices at the factory, with an initial focus on the Prestigio MultiPad Windows 8 tablets. This will allow Prestigio customers to maintain a persistent connection with all of their endpoints for unmatched mobile device security, regardless of user or location.

“Persistence technology brings significant security capabilities to our platform and customers, as we expand our brand across emerging markets in Europe,” said Marek Horyl, General Manager and COO at Prestigio EMEA. “It is important that we provide our customers with devices that are secured using Absolute’s innovative technology so they can confidently protect their mobile devices and the sensitive data they contain.”

“Prestigio has made a name for itself by delivering high-quality Windows tablet solutions into new markets,” said Mark Grace, Vice President, Worldwide OEM and Business Development, Channel, at Absolute. “We look forward to helping Prestigio further expand across key markets in Europe, and are excited about the shared growth opportunities their global customer base represents.”