News
Issue #2001 - 51 (December 2001)
(Updated Dec. 19, 2001)

INFRASTRUCTURE, PRODUCTS & SERVICES

IBM and GoAmerica to Offer Wireless Enterprise Solutions

IBM has joined forces with wireless service provider GoAmerica to offer corporate data solutions to enterprise customers.

Under the terms of the agreement, IBM will add GoAmerica’s wireless network services, which offer enterprise customers access to corporate e-mail and Web browsing using Palm, PocketPC and RIM handhelds, to its portfolio of wireless solutions.

"The strength of a GoAmerica/IBM offering promises more complete wireless solutions including hardware, service, server solutions, deployment and integration," said Roberta Wiggins of the Yankee Group.

"IBM and GoAmerica address the challenges of ease of deployment and security that enterprises need," said Dean Douglas, general manager, Wireless e-business Services of IBM Global Services. "Wireless communications deliver better productivity, better customer care and better cost control, and together IBM and GoAmerica provide a smart solution for the enterprise that wants the advantages of going mobile."

The two companies will work together to identify new market opportunities, including participating in tradeshows and conferences.

For more information: http://www.goamerica.com

Mobileinfo Comments & Advisory:  We are happy that GoAmerica has convinced IBM to peddle its services to the enterprise customers. GoAmerica needs more subscribers and this will help.

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