D2K announces strategic partnership with Cincom; TOTAL FrameWork object-relational database delivers the solution for warehouse metadata.ORLANDO Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 27, 1997--D2K Incorporated announced today at the DCI (Display Control Interface) An Intel/Microsoft programming interface for full-motion video and games in Windows. It allowed applications to take advantage of video accelerator features built into the display adapter. Data Warehouse Conference that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Cincom Systems (Cincom Systems, Inc., Cincinnati, OH, www.cincom.com) One of the largest and most experienced software companies in the world. Founded in 1968 by Thomas Nies, who has the distinction of being the longest-serving company chief in the industry, Cincom sells manufacturing, financial and , Inc. Cincom has provided its TOTAL FrameWork Object Relational Database relational database Database in which all data are represented in tabular form. The description of a particular entity is provided by the set of its attribute values, stored as one row or record of the table, called a tuple. (ORDB ORDB Open Relay Database ORDB Object Relational Database ORDB Object Relational Data Base ORDB Open Relay Data Base ORDB Operator Reference Data Base ) to be included as the repository in D2K's Tapestry(TM) end-to-end knowledge distribution solution. The TOTAL FrameWork ORDB is embedded Inserted into. See embedded system. as the Tapestry catalog to enable the storage and retrieval of objects, as well as creation of an open metadata store. Edward Young, president and 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. of D2K D2K Defender 2000 (Atari Jaguar game) D2K Dragonz 2000 (gaming clan) noted, "We selected Cincom's TOTAL FrameWork object relational database because it enables us to offer advanced capabilities to our customers. An object-relational repository delivers superior performance levels compared to those of a traditional relational database and Cincom has invested a lot of effort in optimizing their version of UniSQL. Secondly, it is important to us that Cincom is renowned for their large install base and very loyal customers. They have proven field and customer support and we are proud to be associated with such an organization." "Our agreement with Cincom reflects our overall approach to strategic partnerships. Our goal is to locate partners who each have a unique characteristic that enhances our product line. Our program focuses on creating strategic alliances with companies interested in mutually synergistic technology partnerships," Young continued. Ed Lennon, manager of market development for Cincom's TOTAL FrameWork Group noted, "We believe Tapestry represents a breakthrough for the data-warehouse/data-mart industry. By embedding 1. (mathematics) embedding - One instance of some mathematical object contained with in another instance, e.g. a group which is a subgroup. 2. (theory) embedding - (domain theory) A complete partial order F in [X -> Y] is an embedding if the TOTAL FrameWork object-relational database A database that provides both relational and object database capabilities. See universal server. in Tapestry, D2K is providing the first complete information solution focused on providing the benefits of object-relational performance. Additionally, TOTAL FrameWork acts as a binding agent between Tapestry's Java and C++ applications and the object-relational repository. This delivers the functionality of two distinct application languages to enable object-relational performance through a browser." Judy Rawls, vice president of worldwide marketing for D2K added, "The TOTAL FrameWork object-relational database provides Tapestry components with better performance and manipulation of the metadata as well as creation of an SQL SQL in full Structured Query Language. Computer programming language used for retrieving records or parts of records in databases and performing various calculations before displaying the results. API for integration with other warehouse tools. By sharing Tapestry metadata via the SQL API, the UniSQL catalog allows us to accommodate the variety of SQL-based tools, such as query and reporting tools, which could benefit from the warehouse metadata. The relationships in a warehouse can be quite complex, and can be even further complicated with versions. This creates a scenario where object storage and manipulation are mandatory for performance and manageability." The Tapestry Product Tapestry incorporates an industrial-strength client/server architecture An environment in which the application processing is divided between client workstations and servers. It implies the use of desktop computers interacting with servers in a network in contrast to processing everything in a large centralized mainframe. See client/server. and includes a publish-and-subscribe model; three-tiered topography; application templates; a forum for workflow communications and cross-organizational collaboration; and an object-relational catalog. The Tapestry catalog, which includes a search engine and version control, is the heart of the Tapestry end-to-end knowledge distribution solution. The catalog coordinates the communication between all of the Tapestry components. Actions and events occurring within Tapestry are documented in the catalog, embedding the TOTAL FrameWork ORDB as the catalog maximizes the capabilities in performing these functions. For the end user, the operation of the object-relational database within the catalog is transparent. About the Companies Cincinnati-based Cincom Systems is among the world's largest software companies The Forbes Global 2000 includes the following list of the world's largest software companies. Relative rank Global rank Name Country Sales ($bil) Profits ($bil) Assets ($bil) Market Value ($bil) 1 54 Microsoft United States . It has developed and marketed business software for leading corporations for more than 28 years. Cincom offers mission-critical software ranging from document management and manufacturing applications, to solutions for object-oriented and fourth-generation language fourth-generation language (4GL) Fourth-generation computer programming language. 4GLs are closer to human language than other high-level languages and are accessible to people without formal training as programmers. application development. Cincom can be contacted by e-mail at info@cincom.com, by phone at 800-543-3010, or at its World Wide Web site http://www.cincom.com . D2K's charter is to be the leading provider of information delivery solutions, enabling end-to-end knowledge distribution across global computing environments. D2K is headquartered in San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , CA with sales and development labs in Singapore and San Jose, CA and a development lab in the UK. The company's World Wide Web address is http://www.d2k.com . -0- CINCOM and TOTAL FrameWork are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cincom Systems, Inc. D2K and Tapestry are registered trademarks of D2K Incorporated. All other trademarks belong to their respective companies. NOTE TO EDITORS: The e-mail addresses in this release each contain an "at" sign, preceding "cincom.com", preceding "hsr.com", preceding "d2k.com" and also preceding "compuserve.com". This symbol may not appear properly in some systems. CONTACT: Cincom Systems, Inc. Dan Dyer, 513/389-2182 ddyer@cincom.com or Hensley Segal Rentschler Kevin Dugan, 513/671-3811 kmd@hsr.com or D2K, Inc. Julie Birney Cecilio, 408/487-8883 jbcecilio@d2k.com or KJ Communications Kella Knack, 415/508-0371 74353.144@compuserve.com |
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