"CompuCom and ThinAirApps Launch Single Source Solution for Wireless E-mail for Palm Powered Handhelds"
"Enterprises Able to Purchase Software, Hardware, Network Service and
Integration Services Via a Single Point of Contact"
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 21, 2001-- CompuCom Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CMPC - news),
a leading digital infrastructure solutions provider, and ThinAirApps, a pioneer in wireless software
applications and tools, today introduced a solution aimed at giving enterprises secure two way access to
critical data on wireless Palm OS® based devices.
By using ThinAir Groupware Access on Palm Powered(TM) handhelds, employees get secure access to e-mail messaging, calendar updates, databases and other groupware systems information that are typically
inaccessible from outside the office or firewall, such as Microsoft Exchange Server® and Lotus® Domino
Server or any IMAP or POP mail system. This breakthrough in wireless technology gives professionals the
vital information they need to enhance their effectiveness in the field.
Providing a single point-of-acquisition, integration and deployment, CompuCom and ThinAirApps have
created a bundle that includes a choice of Palm Powered(TM) handhelds, provisioning of wireless service,
preloading ThinAir Groupware Access client software, onsite installation of ThinAir Server software and
ongoing technical support. Palm will promote this new solution to enterprises through multiple marketing
communication vehicles.
``Palm Powered handhelds are extremely popular information management devices, and the desire for
people to use them to work with their corporate messaging systems is very high. But until now, enterprises
wanting to take advantage of our powerful software application have had to patch together their own
solution from a number of vendors,'' stated Bret Brase, Vice President of Sales and Marketing,
ThinAirApps. ``This bundle with CompuCom is just what enterprises need to accelerate their entry into the
world of wireless data access.''
Details of the solution include:
Ability for Microsoft Outlook® and Lotus Notes® users to work in real-time with email, all private
and public folders, calendars, contacts, tasks and notes including creating, sending, receiving and
updating items in real-time without the need to synchronize in a cradle
Deployable in any corporate network environment using the Java®-based ThinAir Server
Robust, standards-based security employing RSA's 128-bit SSL encryption over public Internet in
addition to multiple authentication levels
Runs on the ThinAir Server platform that is extensible to other data sources via the ThinAir SDK
(software development kit) to build highly customized applications
Offers a single-source solution for obtaining wireless e-mail on a Palm Powered handheld built on
the ThinAirApps software platform
``This integrated service eliminates the obstacles companies face during large-scale Palm(TM) handheld
rollouts,'' says Dan Elliott, Vice President of Mobile Business Solutions for CompuCom. ``CompuCom's
Rapid Deployment service provides clients with one-stop shopping for rapidly deploying wireless handheld
and mobile devices into the enterprise. This robust solution covers device acquisition and activation,
network service, client software pre-loading, server software installation, training and support.''
``CompuCom's bundling of ThinAir's Groupware Access for Palm Powered handhelds provides
enterprises with a secure and convenient way to stay connected while away from the office,'' said Jerry
Jalaba, vice president, Enterprise, at Palm, Inc. ``Enabling e-mail applications is an important focus area
for the enterprise marketplace, and this offering addresses a complete end-to-end messaging solution.
We're delighted to see our alliances in the Palm Economy deliver a turnkey Palm VIIx handheld mobile
application to the market.''
About ThinAirApps
ThinAirApps, a pioneer in wireless software and development tools, provides a simple and scalable mobile
platform that works seamlessly with your current enterprise and groupware system. ThinAirApps develops
products for enterprises, developers, and service providers who want easy-to-use tools for developing
custom wireless applications that provide secure, real-time data access through the widest range of mobile
devices. ThinAirApps is a Safeguard Scientifics (NYSE:SFE - news) partner company. For more
information on ThinAirApps, Inc., please visit: thinairapps.com.
About CompuCom Systems
CompuCom Systems, Inc. is a leading infrastructure solutions provider. CompuCom's clients include
Fortune 1000 enterprises, vertical industry leaders, major technology equipment providers, leading edge
systems integrators and wireless technology providers. CompuCom leverages people, process and
technology to offer best in class solutions that enable, optimize and operate the digital technology
infrastructure. As a Safeguard Scientifics (NYSE:SFE - news) partner company, CompuCom's wireless
infrastructure initiatives leverage Safeguard Scientifics' leadership in identifying, developing and operating
premier technology companies with a focus on three sectors: software, communications, and e-services.
CompuCom is accessible via the Internet at www.compucom.com.
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