Borland's Software Change and Configuration Management Product Helps Vertical Communications Manage and Simplify Geographically Distributed Software Delivery.Vertical Communications Vertical Communications, Inc. NASDAQ: VRCC is a corporation that specializes in software-based PBXes (eg business telephone systems). Vertical Communications changed its name on 1 January, 2005 from Artisoft, Inc. after acquiring Vertical Networks in September 2004. Selects Borland StarTeam([R] )for its Software Change and Configuration Management Solution CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Borland Software Corporation (company) Borland Software Corporation - A company that sells a variety of PC software development and database systems. Borland was founded in 1983 and initially became famous for their low-cost software, particularly Turbo Pascal, Turbo C, and Turbo Prolog. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :BORL) today announced that Vertical Communications, Inc., a leading provider of next-generation, IP-based phone systems and applications that help businesses better serve their customers, has standardized on Borland StarTeam([R]) as its solution for software change and configuration management (SCM (1) (Software Configuration Management, Source Code Management) See configuration management. (2) See supply chain management. ). Borland's technology and services will enable the Vertical IT team to automate its software development processes and bring greater predictability to software delivery. Vertical Communications, whose TeleVantage[R] 7 product won Communications Solutions Magazine's "Product of the Year" Award for 2005, chose Borland StarTeam for its advanced capabilities to enforce workflows and compliance as well as the communication and collaboration support it offered for Vertical's geographically distributed development This article has multiple issues: * It does not cite any references or sources. Please help improve this article by citing reliable sources. * Very few or no other articles link to this one. teams. As a result of multiple acquisitions, Vertical now has three main development centers. Previously, each of these teams had their own platforms, processes and tools, which created productivity challenges. In order to streamline distributed development efforts, the Vertical team decided to consolidate to a single platform for SCM and defect tracking In engineering, defect tracking is the process of finding defects in a product, (by inspection, testing, or recording feedback from customers), and making new versions of the product that fix the defects. . They chose Borland StarTeam for its ability to automate and work around Vertical's own customized workflows, as well as for its ability to centralize cen·tral·ize v. cen·tral·ized, cen·tral·iz·ing, cen·tral·iz·es v.tr. 1. To draw into or toward a center; consolidate. 2. control of all project assets, integrating its branched code base. Finally, StarTeam's tight integrations with other Application Lifecycle Management The administration and control of an application from inception to its demise. It embraces requirements management, system design, software development and configuration management and implies an integrated set of tools for developing and controlling the project. (ALM) products and the reporting and dashboard features it offered provided management with better visibility and control over the larger development process. Vertical is also working with Borland Consulting Services Noun 1. consulting service - service provided by a professional advisor (e.g., a lawyer or doctor or CPA etc.) service - work done by one person or group that benefits another; "budget separately for goods and services" to deploy the solution across its development team, making it part of the foundation for their overall software efforts. "When you are competing against large market incumbents, it is critical to create competitive advantage through software innovations and quick response. Whether in uniquely solving customer needs, adapting to changing market conditions or delivering on market requirements -- speed of response often has a huge impact on your success," said Scott Pickett, Chief Technology Officer of Vertical Communications, Inc. "Having the right processes and systems in place to reduce development risk and promote distributed software development, collaboration and reuse greatly helps us to quickly build innovative products and be the first to meet customer and market demands. Borland's solution was exactly in line with our development strategy." "Software development is becoming more and more complex -- from increasingly stringent compliance standards to the communication and logistical challenges of distributed development," said Marc Brown, senior director of product marketing at Borland. "With this in mind, it is essential for organizations to have the right processes and technologies in place to mitigate this complexity and respond more effectively to changing business demands. We are pleased to be working with Vertical to help improve their software delivery process, making it a sustainable competitive advantage." About Borland Founded in 1983, Borland Software Corporation (NASDAQ:BORL) is the global leader in platform independent solutions for Software Delivery Optimization. The company provides the software and services that align the people, process, and technology required to maximize the business value of software. To learn more about delivering quality software, on time and within budget, visit http://www.borland.com. Borland, StarTeam and all other Borland brand and product names are service marks, trademarks or registered trademarks of Borland Software Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. About Vertical Communications Vertical Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of next-generation IP-based voice and data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. systems for business. Vertical combines voice and data technologies with business process understanding to deliver integrated IP-PBX and application solutions that enhance customer service and business productivity. Vertical's customers are leading companies of all sizes -- from small to large and distributed -- and include CVS/pharmacy, Staples and Apria Healthcare. Vertical is headquartered in Cambridge, Mass. and delivers its solutions through a worldwide network of systems integrators, resellers and distributors. For more information, please visit the company's Website at www.vertical.com. Vertical Communications and the Vertical Communications logo and combinations thereof are trademarks of Vertical Communications, Inc. TeleVantage is a registered trademark of Vertical Communications, Inc. Safe Harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. 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