Air2Web Wirelessly Enables ERP, CRM and SCM with Version 2.0 of its Mobile Internet Platform; Launches International Strategic Alliance Partner Program and Developer's Center.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 5, 2001

Air2Web, the leading wireless platform provider, announced today that it has launched Version 2.0 of its Mobile Internet Platform.

In support of the new platform, Air2Web has also established the DevCenter(TM), a supported web-based development community and an International Strategic Alliance Program.

Air2Web's hosted platform enables businesses to create, deploy and deliver ERP, CRM and SCM applications to their customers and employees using any digital wireless device. This includes Short Message Service (SMS) and Internet capable (WAP) phones, pagers and pervasive computing devices such as Palms.

Air2Web's XML request/response-based platform allows for the easy integration of wireless capabilities to enterprise applications. Through the XML interface, an application can incorporate blended media interactions including data, speech recognition and text-to-speech conversions. The platform's Blended Media Engine provides the interactivity best suited to the device capability and the user needs. Applications based on the Air2Web platform work with all the protocols, networks and devices that make up the complex wireless environment. Developers, using the Air2Web platform, are freed from the overhead of coding for multiple platforms and devices and can focus on building competitive advantage through mobile applications.

Version 2. 0 of the Mobile Internet Platform Accessed through XML-based API

XML request/response-based API.

Air2Web provides a wireless application development platform which is accessed through an XML request/response-based API. Version 2.0 provides business objects and components that developers can use to quickly and efficiently connect their ERP, CRM and SCM systems directly to the Air2Web Mobile Internet Platform. Thus, allowing customers and employees to have wireless access to critical business applications anytime, anywhere.

"Air2Web is not only the proven platform used by ING Barings, Lexmark International, UPS, and Bass Hotels & Resorts, but we are one of the first platform providers to supply mobile Internet access to ERP, CRM, and SCM applications." said Sanjoy Malik, Air2Web president and CEO. "With the Air2Web platform connected to a company's ERP system, a plant manager could literally be anywhere and from any digital device confirm a production schedule adjustment. If coupled with a CRM solution, a company's sales staff could wirelessly check order status and inventory levels. Or when working with a SCM front-end, a line manager running a 24 hour a day, seven day-a-week production operation could remotely check the status of a critical supply shipment." "ERP, CRM and SCM users can actively participate in business processes anytime, anywhere and from any digital device," continued Malik. "This will dramatically accelerate decision making cycles, enhancing the value of their enterprise solution."

Air2Web DevCenter(TM)

In line with providing the general market with an XML-based interface, Air2Web has launched its new DevCenter, a supported web-based development community accessible to qualified, trained application developers. With the DevCenter's GUI environment, developers can efficiently produce wireless applications based on Air2Web's Mobile Internet Platform.

Developers can download sample applications written in a variety of development environments; JSP, Active Server Pages (ASP), ColdFusion, and PHP. They can also administer and test their own applications, access online forums to share information on all aspects of the wireless development process; access a wireless development knowledge base and documentation; and download tools. Air2Web Training will also use the DevCenter as a training tool for new partners and clients. To register as a member of the Air2Web DevCenter see www.air2web.com.

International Strategic Alliance Program

Air2Web has established an International Strategic Alliance Program for integrators, OEMs and application solution providers. Numerous channel partners have already joined the program such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, EpiCentric, Mascot Systems, Red Brigade, eJiva Systems, and Yomi Media. Air2Web is actively recruiting additional partners throughout the world.

The Channel Partner Program consists of three kinds of partners: Solution Provider Partners -- specialty, boutique and large, multi-service consulting organizations. OEM Alliance Partners -- OEMs and platform providers for CRM, SCM, ERP, EAI, B2B and B2E systems; portals, such as content aggregators and portal software providers; ASPs; and application providers. Technology Alliance Partners --- enterprise application and infrastructure providers.

As a member of Air2Web's Strategic Alliance Program, Channel Partners are supported through programs that link sales and marketing strategies, development, and executive teams. Channel partners are also given technical support in order to increase their sales, differentiate core capabilities with wireless options, and accelerate the integration of their products and services with the Air2Web Mobile Internet Platform.

Pre-Release Platform Components

Authorized Air2Web developers will receive early access to pre-release platform components including: MobileWallet -- a secure component for mobile users to present buying credentials to complete mCommerce transactions. Credit/Bank Cards are secured through Voice-Print Biometrics and PIN combinations. Location Services -- a component for providing geographic specific functionality to end-users. Security Framework -- a component for supplying secure transactions across all devices and network combinations. Air2Web has partnered with VeriSign, the leading supplier of Internet security Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), to provide a robust security framework for authentication and encryption in the wireless environment. Security includes authentication, encryption, data masking and full physical security.

About Air2Web

Air2Web, based in Atlanta, is the leading Mobile Internet Platform provider. The Air2Web platform enables organizations to create, deploy, and deliver their branded applications to consumers using all types of wireless devices, from WAP and text messaging phones, to pagers and pervasive computing devices. The Air2Web platform supports interactive text and audio applications across the widest range of wireless devices, including one-way SMS. Air2Web provides state-of-the-art application hosting with day-to-day applications management and continuous support. Air2Web's customers include UPS, Digital Insight, ING Barings, Lexmark International, Bass Hotels & Resorts, DotsConnect, TotalSports, and other leading media, finance, travel, transportation, and eCommerce companies. For more information about Air2Web, please visit http://www.air2web.com.