Coactive Joins 3Com to Demonstrate Convergence of Control and Enterprise Networks at Retail Systems '98.SAUSALITO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 17, 1998-- Standards-Based WAN Connection Supports Real-Time Remote Monitoring (protocol) remote monitoring - (RMON) A network management protocol that allows network information to be gathered at a single computer. Whereas SNMP gathers network data from a single type of Management Information Base (MIB), RMON 1 defines nine additional MIBs that provide a and Control of In-Store Refrigeration refrigeration, process for drawing heat from substances to lower their temperature, often for purposes of preservation. Refrigeration in its modern, portable form also depends on insulating materials that are thin yet effective. , Energy, Security, and Other Equipment Coactive co·ac·tion n. 1. An impelling or restraining force; a compulsion. 2. Joint action. 3. Ecology Any of the reciprocal actions or effects, such as symbiosis, that can occur in a community. Networks, a pioneer in control network connectivity solutions, and 3Com Corp. (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 :COMS COMS 3Com Corporation (stock symbol) COMS Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist COMS Continuous Opacity Monitoring Systems COMS City of Manchester Stadium (UK) ), the leader in providing innovative networked solutions to retailers, will demonstrate remote monitoring and control of in-store refrigeration, energy, security, and other equipment over a WAN at the Retail Systems '98 conference in New Orleans New Orleans (ôr`lēənz –lənz, ôrlēnz`), city (2006 pop. 187,525), coextensive with Orleans parish, SE La., between the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, 107 mi (172 km) by water from the river mouth; founded , June 16-18. As the networking environment evolves, MIS personnel must begin to integrate commercial systems that have been traditionally outside of their sphere of influence. These automation and control systems cover diverse applications that can add efficiencies and save money for the enterprise. The Coactive demonstration will show how real-time central monitoring of a store's energy consumption, status of major equipment, and security surveillance can help retailers ensure that equipment is being fully utilized, eliminate unnecessary energy costs, and reduce shrinkage at their branch outlets. A real-time control Real-time control is a popular term for a certain class of digital controllers. For effective digital control, it is critical that sample time be constant. Real-time control achieves nearly constant sample time. See also
"Major retailers collectively spend billions of dollars each year on telecommunications, making this their number one information technology expense after salaries," said Jeff Siegel, 3Com group manager for retail, distribution and lodging. "Control network connectivity as demonstrated by Coactive Networks represents an innovative way to eliminate redundant communications channels, reduce energy and equipment maintenance expenses, and increase the return on investment in networking technology." About 3Com 3Com networked solutions provide enterprise connectivity for a majority of major retailers around the world, including Wal-Mart, Sears Roebuck, American Stores American Stores was the name of a United States chain of supermarkets. It was formed in 1917 when Acme Markets merged with four other Philadelphia area grocery chains into American Stores. American Stores would grow to 1,700 stores in 40 states with $15 billion in sales. , Home Depot The Home Depot (NYSE: HD) is an American retailer of home improvement and construction products and services. Headquartered in Vinings, just outside Atlanta in unincorporated Cobb County, Georgia, Home Depot employs more than 355,000 people and operates 2,164 big-box , Eckerd Drug Stores, JCPenney, Rite Aid Rite Aid (NYSE: RAD) is a United States retailer and pharmacy chain, operating over 5,000 stores in 31 states and the District of Columbia. Rite Aid Corporation is one of the nation's leading drugstore chains. , Carrefour, Lowes Home Centers, OfficeMax, Pep Boys, LL Bean, The Gap, Musicland, TJX Companies, Hudsons Bay Co., Ross Stores, Nordstroms, Kinkos, Woolworths Australia, Boots plc, Marks & Spencer, and Harrods. 3Com Corp. enables individuals and organizations worldwide to communicate and share information and resources at anytime from anywhere. As one of the world's preeminent suppliers of data, voice and video communications technology, 3Com has delivered networking solutions to more than 100 million customers worldwide. The company provides enterprises, network service providers and carriers, small businesses and consumers with comprehensive, innovative information access products and system solutions for building intelligent, reliable and high performance local and wide area networks. For further information, visit 3Com's World Wide Web site at http://www.3com.com, or the press site at http://www.3Com.com/pressbox. About Coactive Networks Coactive Networks is a leading provider of open solutions for connecting control systems to enterprise networks and the Internet. The company offers a full line of routers, servers, and gateways for creating powerful next-generation applications, and is the market leader in providing connectivity solutions for LonWorks, the leading control network. Coactive is a privately held corporation Noun 1. privately held corporation - a corporation owned by a few people; shares have no public market close corporation, closed corporation, private corporation based in Sausalito. Detailed information on Coactive products, news announcements, seminars, training, and support is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.coactive.com. Note to Editors: Coactive, the Coactive Logo, WebIO, Router-LE, Router-LL, and IOConnect are trademarks or registered trademarks of Coactive Networks, Inc. in the US and other countries. 3Com is a registered trademark of 3Com Corp. or its subsidiaries. All other brands and names are the property of their respective owners.
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