CyberSafe Teams With GoAmerica to Support Mobile Office, Delivering Security Solutions for the Enterprise.Business Editors, Technology Writers ISSAQUAH, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 30, 2001 Industry leaders look to provide unparalleled wireless security, raising the standards in a security conscious marketplace CyberSafe Corporation, a leading provider of e-security solutions and services, today announced they will team with GoAmerica Inc., (Nasdaq:GOAM GOAM Government of Armenia ), to provide customized wireless security solutions. Together, the companies plan to offer enterprise-level security programs that focus on the issues and challenges faced in today's continually evolving distributed and mobile marketplace. GoAmerica, a leading wireless data services provider, will package the CyberSafe(R) security solutions as part of its Mobile Office(R) wireless solution, announced earlier today. CyberSafe and GoAmerica will devote executive-level thought leaders in both security and wireless technology to assessing and developing security solutions for the enterprise. The joint solutions are expected to include consulting and implementation for companies seeking to secure data transmitted both within and out of the office. Through CyberSafe's Internet Point of Presence (IPoP) Risk Reduction Program, the companies will conduct detailed risk analysis and assessment to determine the type and level of authentication, intrusion detection See IDS and IPS. , and system integrity necessary at the enterprise level. By identifying the security challenges, the two companies will propose and provide appropriate security measures Noun 1. security measures - measures taken as a precaution against theft or espionage or sabotage etc.; "military security has been stepped up since the recent uprising" security to enable enterprises to best leverage opportunities while managing risks associated with new technologies. "By teaming with CyberSafe, we will allow corporate customers to choose the level of security they need to conduct their critical business functions wirelessly," said Joe Korb, president of GoAmerica, Inc. "We have always been committed to extending the power of desktop applications to the enterprise in a secure fashion. Now, we intend to raise the security bar yet again by packaging the CyberSafe security solution as part of Mobile Office, our next-generation wireless solution for the enterprise." GoAmerica's wireless technology enables the enterprise to conduct business while away from the office. Access to applications such as sales force automation Automating the sales activities within an organization. A comprehensive SFA package provides such functions as contact management, note and information sharing, quick proposal and presentation generation, product configurators, calendars and to-do lists. tools, customer relationship management software and behind-the-firewall intranets has advanced the value of wireless services once utilized for email and Internet alone. Moreover, enterprises are using wireless systems to connect and communicate with their employees, partners, and customers regarding critical business information. Together, CyberSafe and GoAmerica plan to assist the enterprise in identifying a corporation's unique security risks while providing the appropriate security solutions for each mission critical application within the enterprise. "We look forward to working closely with GoAmerica," states Jim Cannavino, CyberSafe 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. and chairman of the board. "We will leverage our enterprise-wide security expertise to enhance the freedom and flexibility for GoAmerica customers who require the highest levels of security to communicate with their employees. Through our relationship with GoAmerica, we look to pioneer new ways to deliver enhanced security to their enterprise customers." "It is critical that an organization be confident that data is secure throughout all points of the enterprise before being electronically transferred," states Russ Davis
About CyberSafe Corporation CyberSafe Corporation is a leading provider of e-security solutions and services. CyberSafe has the knowledge and foresight to help its customers grow their businesses by increasing the velocity and security between e-business processes. The Company's comprehensive portfolio includes managed services An umbrella term for third-party monitoring and maintaining of computers, networks and software. The actual equipment may be inhouse or at the third-party's facilities, but the "managed" implies an ongoing effort; for example, making sure the equipment is running at a certain quality and infrastructure solutions for the global 1000 marketplace. CyberSafe enables its customers to leverage the extraordinary power of the Internet with increased confidence and minimized risk by closing the gap between the risk and the opportunity. Lead investors in the company include Accel Partners, Financial Technology Ventures, OAK Investment Partners, and First Data Corporation. CyberSafe is headquartered in Issaquah, Washington Issaquah (King County]], Washington, United States. The population was 11,212 at the 2000 census. Based on per capita income, one of the more reliable measures of affluence, Issaquah ranks 25th of 522 areas in the state of Washington to be ranked. , and on the World Wide Web at http://www.cybersafe.com. For additional information, email info@cybersafe.com About GoAmerica Inc. GoAmerica, Inc. is a nationwide wireless Internet service provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. based in Hackensack, N.J. GoAmerica enables its individual and business subscribers to access remotely the Internet, email and corporate intranets in real time by delivering its proprietary technology through a wide variety of mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings and wireless network devices. Through its Wireless Internet Connectivity Center, GoAmerica offers its subscribers comprehensive and flexible mobile data solutions for wireless Internet access See how to access the Internet. by providing wireless network services, mobile devices, and subscriber service support. For more information, call 888/462-4600 or visit www.goamerica.net. About Mobile Office GoAmerica's Mobile Office(R) is a first-of-its-kind packaged wireless solution for the enterprise that combines wireless access to key business tools with leading wireless technology. The unique single solution replicates desktop functionality allowing mobile professionals to access email, intranets and the Internet, as well as providing secure access to vital business tools including customer relationship management (CRM (Customer Relationship Management) An integrated information system that is used to plan, schedule and control the presales and postsales activities in an organization. ), enterprise resource planning See ERP. (application, business) Enterprise Resource Planning - (ERP) Any software system designed to support and automate the business processes of medium and large businesses. (ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. ) and sales force automation (SFA See sales force automation. SFA - Sales Force Automation ). Go.Web(TM), GoAmerica's proprietary technology, serves as the foundation for Mobile Office. Forward Looking Statements This news release contains certain forward-looking statements intending to qualify for the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. provisions of the PrivateSecurities Litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, which may affect GoAmerica's business, prospects and results of operations. GoAmerica's business is subject to a number of significant risks, including, but not limited to, risks relating to GoAmerica's ability to increase and maintain its subscriber base, uncertainties relating to the future demand for services in the emerging wireless data services market and GoAmerica's ability to successfully grow its infrastructure, manage expanded operations, integrate acquired businesses and offer new services. Such risks and others are more fully set forth in GoAmerica's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. "GoAmerica" and "Go.Web" are trademarks of GoAmerica,Inc. Other names may be trademarks of their respective owners. CyberSafe(R) and the CyberSafe logo are registered trademarks of CyberSafe Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiaries 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. . MobileOffice(R) is a registered trademark of GoAmerica. All other products and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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