NEWS OUT
International Internet Upgrades To Great Plains E-Commerce Solution
BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug 10, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- International Internet, Inc.,
(OTC:IINN) a leading online source for cigars and cigar accessories, today
reported that it has purchased a full e-commerce solution from Great Plains
(Nasdaq: GPSI).
When evaluating a new e-commerce solution, International Internet, Inc.
consulted with Citrine Technologies, Inc., a Great Plains partner based in
Miami, Florida, to develop an integrated system that would allow StogiesOnline
to propel its enterprise forward and compete successfully in a global
marketplace. After carefully analyzing the workflow processes at StogiesOnline,
Citrine Technologies, Inc. proposed a complete front office/back office solution
using Great Plains eEnterprise and eCommerce to create a single business
solution that seamlessly integrates all company functions.
"By working with StogiesOnline to realize its vision, we are also keeping with
our mission 'to provide clients with innovative and dynamic business solutions
which maximize return, generate growth and enhance profitability,'" said Michele
Schuh, Certified Account Executive for Citrine Technologies, Inc.
Great Plains eEnterprise will allow StogiesOnline to inexpensively reach
customers around the globe - and around the clock. eEnterprise delivers tools
for building sales, reducing costs, and making the company more efficient by
streamlining their workflow systems, minimizing manual processes, paperwork and
reducing administrative overhead. Customers will benefit by having direct access
to up-to-the-minute information about inventory, pricing, and "hot deals," as
well as order and shipping information.
Brian John, StogiesOnline.com/CigarCigar.com's President stated, "According to
Forrester Research, Internet-based businesses who are to survive are those who
focus on building an infrastructure that can support high sales volumes and low
costs per transactions. We are confident that our new Great Plains solution will
help us to build long-term relationships with our customers while enabling us to
better limit administrative and other internal costs. This gives us a more
complete solution, all from a single vendor. The Great Plains Solution
eEnterprise gives us a product solution that conforms to and exceeds our needs
as we continue to grow beyond our original projections and timetables and truly
grow internationally by utilizing their multi-lingual solutions. We are very
excited about this latest investment in our growth and future."
About Citrine Technologies, Inc.:
Citrine Technologies, Inc. provides software consulting services of financial
and management solutions to medium and large sized business in South Florida.
With over 70 years collective experience and an extensive partner network,
Citrine Technologies, Inc. is able to provide enhanced products and services
tailored towards a clients' individual needs. As an E-Business solution
provider, Citrine provides services to companies in distribution, service,
government, Internet, technology, and the food service industry. More
information about Citrine Technologies, Inc. can be found at
www.citrinetech.com.
About International Internet, Inc.:
International Internet, Inc. develops and operates Internet and direct retail
marketing companies as well as venture funds focused on the Internet. The
International Internet Group includes wholly owned subsidiaries
StogiesOnline.com, Inc. (www.CigarCigar.com), International Internet E-tail
group, Inc. and International Internet Ventures I LLC and majority owned
subsidiaries, Mr. Cigar, Inc., and TheBroadcastWeb.com, Inc.
(www.thebroadcastweb.com). International Internet also holds minority interests
in WowStores.com, Inc. (NQB:WOWS) ( www.wowstores.com), GoldOnline
International, Inc. (OTC:GDOL) (www.goldonline.com), Vertical Computer Systems
(OTC:VCSY) (www.vcsy.com), flightserv.com (AMEX: FSW) (www.flightserv.com),
American Computer Systems, Inc (www.acspc.com) and eStorefronts.net (OTC:LGST)
(www.estorefronts.net).
Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor
provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These
forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties and
actual results could differ from those discussed. This material was prepared and
disseminated by The Hawke Group, Inc. ("Hawke") for the Company discussed
herein, based upon Company-supplied information or other sources believed to be
reliable. Hawke does not guarantee the information for accuracy or to be
all-inclusive. This material is information only and is not an offer or
solicitation to buy or sell the securities. Hawke, its affiliates, and/or its
officers, directors and employees may from time to time have a position in these
securities. International Internet has retained The Hawke Group as a Financial
Public Relations Consultant. For services rendered between Jan 1, 1999 and
December 31, 1999, The Hawke Group has received 1,250,000 shares of
International Internet free-trading common stock. On November 15, 1999 Scott
Phillips, an employee of The Hawke Group, was issued 150,000 shares of
restricted stock. Hawke will be paid $40,000 in cash for the period of 15
January, 2000 through August 14, 2000.
CONTACT: The Hawke Group, Inc., Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Brokers:
Scott Phillips, 954/564-7114 or Fax 954/564-9848
Visit our website at www.hawkegroup.com.
or
Investors:
Mandel Consulting, Inc.
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