ACD Systems and Ofoto To Provide Photo Printing Services Through ACDSee.Business Editors VICTORIA, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 24, 2002 Deal Marks Entry Into Online Photo Printing Market ACD Systems Incorporated in 1989, ACD Systems Ltd. evolved into a software developer for the nascent CD-ROM cataloguing industry. It was realized that a key technological advantage could be found if ACD provided the fastest software JPEG decoder on the market. International Inc. (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :ASA Asa (ā`sə), in the Bible, king of Judah, son and successor of Abijah. He was a good king, zealous in his extirpation of idols. When Baasha of Israel took Ramah (a few miles N of Jerusalem), Asa bought the help of Benhadad of Damascus and ), the digital imaging company, today announced an agreement with Ofoto, Inc. a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : EK), that will allow ACDSee(TM) users access to Ofoto's online photo printing services from within ACDSee(TM), providing an easy way to print pictures online. The agreement represents ACD (Automatic Call Distributor) A computerized phone system that responds to the caller with a voice menu and connects the call to the appropriate agent. It can also distribute calls equally to agents. Systems' initial foray into Verb 1. foray into - enter someone else's territory and take spoils; "The pirates raided the coastal villages regularly" raid encroach upon, intrude on, obtrude upon, invade - to intrude upon, infringe, encroach on, violate; "This new colleague invades my the photo processing industry. ACD Systems has developed a plug-in for their award winning imaging software that enables users to seamlessly access Ofoto's online photo services by clicking on the "Order Prints" button within ACDSee. Through Ofoto's online photo service ACDSee users will be provided with a simple way to order prints ranging from wallet size to poster size, photo cards, frames and albums for delivery to their doorstep. Chair & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of ACD Systems, Doug Vandekerkhove said, "We are honored that Ofoto selected ACD as a partner. Using ACD's Software Developer's Kit See SDK. (SDK (Software Developer's Kit) See developer's toolkit and Windows SDK. SDK - Software Developers Kit (or "Software Development Kit"). ) ACD was able to quickly develop the new online print plug-in which enables us to continue to broaden our reach in the digital image management sector." "This partnership allows Ofoto to provide ACD's 24 million users with an easy way to get high-quality Kodak prints of their digital images", said James Joaquin, President of Ofoto, Inc. "We are pleased to be partnering with ACD Systems as they are a leader in the field of digital imaging with great products and loyal customers." About Ofoto Ofoto, Inc. (www.ofoto.com), a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of Eastman Kodak Company, is the leader in online photography, providing high-quality silver halide prints for both digital and film camera users. Rated "Best Overall Photo Site" two years in a row by Yahoo! Internet Life Yahoo! Internet Life was a monthly magazine published by Ziff-Davis, which licensed the name from Yahoo!, a well known search engine website. It was created and launched by Barry Golson, the former executive editor of Playboy and TV guide. magazine, Ofoto offers a safe, easy and fun way for people to store their photographs and share their precious memories through pictures. Ofoto harnesses the convergence of imaging and information technology - known as infoimaging -- to give consumers more ways than ever before to share their lives through pictures. The site provides free editing and creative tools, such as photo borders, and a wide selection of albums, picture frames, photo cards, the Ofoto Archive CD and other merchandise. Ofoto runs its own digital lab and offers 24-hour customer support. Ofoto is the only consumer photo site that prints on Kodak's premium DuraLife paper. Ofoto prints for partners such as Apple Computer, Amazon.com, Corbis, Hewlett Packard, and Sony's ImageStation. Ofoto, Inc. was founded in July 1999 and is based in Emeryville, California. About ACD Systems International Inc. Headquartered in British Columbia since 1993, ACD Systems International (TSE: ASA) is one of the world's leading developers and marketers of digital imaging software. The company has a history of rapid revenue growth and consistent profitability. ACD has penetrated the global marketplace through advanced Internet distribution and strategic partnerships with manufacturers and developers. ACD has an estimated user-base of 24 million including over 33,000 corporate customers and many Fortune 500 companies. For further details, please visit us at our corporate web site: www.ACDSYSTEMS.com Other product or services mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners. Contacts for Investors Contacts for Media Ellen Leesti or Jon Kieran Dianne Escude Investor Relations ACD Systems International Inc. Hume, Kieran Inc. (250) 544-6700 (416) 868-1079 descude@acdsystems.com ellen@humekieran.com Martin Winstanley ACD Systems International Inc. (250) 544-6700 mwinstanley@acdsystems.com THIS NEWS RELEASE MAY CONTAIN FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS BASED ON THE ESTIMATES AND OPINIONS OF MANAGEMENT AT THE DATE THE STATEMENTS WERE MADE AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKES NO OBLIGATION TO UPDATE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS IF CONDITIONS OR OPINIONS SHOULD CHANGE. |
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