PRODUCT PRESS RELEASE 

Synchrologic’s iMobile Suite First to Automatically Deliver Corporate Documents – Including Microsoft Word and Excel Files – to Palm Computing Devices

Corporate network-based files such as price lists, spec sheets, phone lists, product information and press releases now available anytime, anywhere

ATLANTA (Jan. 31, 2000) – (www.synchrologic.com)  Finally, information stored in the most popular corporate file formats – Microsoft® Word and Excel – can be distributed automatically to Palm Computing® devices.  This new capability provides the fastest way for an enterprise to transform Palm Computing devices into real corporate computing assets.  Synchrologic’s new iMobile File Distribution for Palm Computing uses technology licensed from DataViz, Inc., to enable a corporation to distribute the wealth of information in files on the corporate network to Palm users, providing a structured solution for automatic versioning, updating, guaranteed delivery and remote receipt logging.

With iMobile File Distribution, important files residing on the corporate network are automatically downloaded to the target mobile workers when they synchronize through iMobile Connect, the one-tap connection interface which triggers all iMobile Suite updates – including software distribution and data synchronization.  iMobile Suite, Synchrologic’s flagship product, is the most comprehensive Internet-based enterprise mobile solution, encompassing file distribution, data synchronization and software distribution for laptops and handhelds based on Palm OS, Windows CE and Windows.

An important benefit of iMobile File Distribution for Palm Computing is that it converts Microsoft Word and Excel files into viewable files which the Palm device can display. The Synchrologic software includes viewing technologies from DataViz® Documents To Go^TM, an end-user product which makes MS Word and Excel files from a user's desktop PC viewable on the Palm device. Other formats supported by iMobile File Distribution for Palm Computing include Lotus 1-2-3, Lotus Word Pro, Quattro Pro and WordPerfect.

“iMobile File Distribution for Palm Computing enables corporations to make sure that vital, up-to-date information is in the hands of their mobile workers,” noted Bill Jones, vice president of product management and marketing of Synchrologic.  “Instant access to pricing lists, product spec sheets or competitive information adds substantial competitive advantage in business situations.”

DataViz sees the incorporation of its technology into Synchrologic’s product as a natural way to help organizations deliver crucial information to mobile users. "We're glad to enhance the iMobile Suite,” said Dick Fontana, president of DataViz. “This will extend the document distribution capabilities of our Documents To Go product to give it even more applicability for enterprise customers."

"We have installed iMobile File Distribution at some of our client sites to help them better manage and distribute file-based information to their mobile workers," said Todd Irey, president of Cogent Software, Inc.  "Extending the capability to centrally distribute files to Palm users is a good idea, and makes sense to leverage file distribution capabilities across mobile platforms."

iMobile File Distribution is one of three products in iMobile Suite. The other two elements are Software Distribution, which allows central management and delivery of mobile software; and Data Synchronization, which delivers bi-directional, field-level synchronization between mobile client devices and various enterprise database servers, including Oracle®, Microsoft® SQL Server®, IBM DB2® and Sybase®.  All products support laptops and handheld devices based on Palm OS, Windows CE and Windows.

Pricing and Availability

iMobile File Distribution for Palm Computing will ship immediately and will cost $69/user. A Desktop Edition of iMobile File Distribution is available for corporate purchase from Synchrologic for $39/user. The Desktop Edition enables end users to synchronize desktop productivity documents from their desktops to their Palm devices.

About Synchrologic, Inc.

Synchrologic is the leading developer of Internet-based mobile computing software for the enterprise, enabling corporations to more efficiently support their mobile users. The Synchrologic iMobile Suite works with all popular mobile computing devices – laptops and handhelds – based on Windows 95/98/2000/NT, Palm OS, and Windows CE.  Synchrologic’s mobile technologies are licensed by a number of leading application vendors and are deployed to thousands of mobile users of custom-built field sales, field service and other mobile applications. iMobile Suite features:  iMobile File Distribution, offering reliable, cost-effective and fast file distribution and collection from mobile users; iMobile Data Synchronization, providing quick synchronization to the latest corporate information; and iMobile Software Distribution, offering automated and centralized management and distribution of mobile software applications.  Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Company at 888-345-SYNC, or via the Internet at info@synchrologic.com or by visiting www.synchrologic.com.

About DataViz, Inc.

Established in 1984, the DataViz product line includes Macintosh and PC compatibility products and its hand-held synchronization solutions.  DataViz technology has been licensed by 3Com, Apple Computer, Microsoft, Psion and many other companies, both large and small. DataViz has built its reputation on the highest standards of quality and customer service. DataViz Inc. is privately held and headquartered in Trumbull,Connecticut. More information can be found at http://www.dataviz.com

Copyrightã Synchrologic, Inc. Synchrologic and iMobile Suite are trademarks of Synchrologic, Inc. Palm, Palm Computing, and Palm OS are trademarks of 3Com Corporation or its subsidiaries.  DataViz and Documents To Go are trademarks of DataViz, Inc.   Microsoft, Microsoft Office, Windows, SQL Server and Windows CE are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the US and/or other countries.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contact:

Bill Jones                                    Dori Taratoot

Synchrologic, Inc.                        Socket Public Relations

770-754-5600, ext. 127                770-492-0373

bill.jones@synchrologic.com           dtaratoot@socketpr.com  

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