Ardence Streaming Software is Finalist in 2005 MITX Technology Awards; Awards Annually Recognize Outstanding Technology Advancements in New England.

WALTHAM, Mass. -- Ardence, Inc., which enables breakthrough IT-management and user benefits by streaming both the operating system and applications on demand from networked storage, said today it has been named a finalist for the 2005 MITX Technology Awards. The MITX awards annually recognize innovative technologies developed in New England, as well as the individuals and organizations responsible for driving the advancements.

The Massachusetts Innovation & Technology Exchange (MITX), the region's premier association for thought leadership, technology trends, business networking and professional training and development, announced the 2005 finalists on its Web site. Ardence is a finalist in the "Technology Operations Application" category and will join other finalists at an awards event attended by the region's top technology and business professionals on Wednesday, June 8 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Boston.

Ardence software-streaming solutions enable companies to centralize IT management of both the operating system and applications, while providing users with speed, flexibility, and dependability - at a cost far less than any comparable approach. Ardence software-streaming solutions are deployed world-wide in call centers, education, U.S. Government agencies, retail and financial services.

"It's very encouraging to us that the MITX judges recognized the opportunities our streaming-software approach creates for businesses in their ongoing efforts to drive down technology costs and streamline IT operations," said Richard Davis, Chairman, CEO and President of Ardence, Inc. "While streaming both the operating system and applications from the network is a new concept, it's apparent that the MITX judges understand the economic benefits and the productivity gains that this approach can deliver. They quickly saw the potential that Ardence customers are already realizing."

"In just its second year, the 2005 MITX Technology Awards have attracted some of the most distinguished technological innovations that the region has to offer," said Kiki Mills, Executive Director of MITX. "It is this tremendous interest that enables our organization to accomplish its mission of uniting the brightest minds in the technology community and honoring outstanding achievement."

MITX will also present several awards of distinction at the June 8 event, including the "What's Next" Awards presented to up to three companies that have created emerging technologies that are expected to have profound impacts on the technology environment within the next few years. The "Innovation Influencer of the Year" Award will be given to an individual or organization that has done the most to promote New England-based innovation, and the Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to a pioneer of innovation in New England.

The 2005 MITX Technology Awards are sponsored by Backbone Media, Bank of America, Deloitte, and Nixon Peabody LLP. Media sponsors include Technology Review, ITWorld.com and Robotics Trends.

About Ardence, Inc.

Ardence, Inc. - formerly VenturCom, Inc. - is a global leader in designing and developing software solutions that enhance the control, dependability and management of Windows(R) operating systems.

Ardence streaming-software solutions (formerly BXP) enable on-demand streaming of the operating system and applications, providing economic, system-management, and user benefits at the desktop and in the data center. Additionally, because it is a software-only solution, Ardence software streaming works with, and extends the life of existing hardware. Ardence streaming solutions have widespread application throughout the Enterprise and are deployed world-wide.

The company's embedded solutions include RTX, Phar Lap ETS and ReadyOn. RTX is a real-time solution that enhances the control of Windows, providing greater flexibility and reliability. Phar Lap ETS is the smallest-footprint Win32 real-time operating system in the market, and ReadyOn provides instant-on functionality for Windows devices.

Ardence, Inc. is also a leading distributor of Microsoft operating system embedded products.

About MITX

The Massachusetts Innovation & Technology Exchange (MITX - pronounced my-techs) accelerates business opportunities and professional development for those who seek to create business advantage through the innovative application of technology and services. Serving more than 2,500 members from multiple industries including information technology, interactive, financial services, healthcare and nanotechnology, MITX is the region's premier association for thought leadership, technology trends, building business relationships and professional training and development. MITX also offers its members the chance to promote their companies to targeted audiences through sponsorships, speaking opportunities and networking. MITX is headquartered in Boston. For more information please call 617-227-2822 or visit www.mitx.org.