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Elron Software Chooses Granitar to Create Customer-Focused B-2-B Site; Granitar to Produce Interactive Corporate Site Using Iterative Development Methodology.


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NATICK, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 8, 2000

Granitar (www.granitar.com), a leading Internet consulting and systems solutions firm, and Elron Software, Inc. (www.elronsoftware.com), the leading provider of comprehensive Internet Policy Management (IPM (1) (Impressions Per Minute) Generally refers to document scanners that scan both sides of the page at the same time. Thus, a scanner that scans at 100 ppm (pages per minute) can provide 200 ipm. See ppm and document scanner. ) solutions, announced today a new relationship to significantly enhance Elron Software's corporate site by Web-enabling interaction with its clients and partners.

Elron's site will be deployed using Granitar's iterative Value Creation methodology, a deliverable-based engineering framework, which will enable Elron to rapidly release incremental enhancements to its Web site. These new enhancements will allow Elron to build stronger customer and partner relationships and increase the company's competitive advantage. Granitar's Value Creation methodology makes it possible for clients such as Elron to quickly build business value while evolving long-term eBusiness vision.

The initial rollout of Elron's Web site will feature a redesigned user interface, streamlined site navigation and increased content. Additional phases will give users access to personalized content and enhanced services on the site, including account and order information for both clients and partners. Granitar and Elron will bring business functions to the Web that include online customer service and partner management, electronic marketing, and product configuration and ordering capabilities.

"Our criteria for choosing a partner were stringent. We were looking for Looking for

In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with.
 an Internet consulting firm Noun 1. consulting firm - a firm of experts providing professional advice to an organization for a fee
consulting company

business firm, firm, house - the members of a business organization that owns or operates one or more establishments; "he worked for a
 that understands the technology, infrastructure and implementation issues In the Business world, companies frequently set-up a connection between which they transfer data. When the connection is being set-up, it is referred to as implementation. When issues occur during this phase, they are known as implementation issues.  of building a business-to-business site, and also had the creative expertise to make our site user friendly," says Duncan Perry, CFO See Chief Financial Officer.  and vice president of Information Services See Information Systems.  at Elron Software, Inc. "After looking at a spectrum of Internet consulting firms, we chose Granitar because of the firm's client-oriented attitude, depth of experience and knowledge of Internet technology. Granitar's creative services Creative Services are a subsector of the creative industries, a part of the economy that creates wealth by offering creativity for hire to other businesses. Examples include:
  • Design and Production agencies
 team and its capabilities were particularly impressive."

"We are pleased with this opportunity to assist Elron Software--the leading IPM solutions provider--with the strategic redesign of its Web site. This latest collaboration represents another milestone in Granitar's vision to provide end-to-end solutions," said Mike Oliver See also: Michael Oliver

Mike Oliver may be:
  • Mike Oliver, the British academic and disability advocate
  • Mike Oliver, the field hockey player
  • Mike Oliver, the NASCAR driver
, vice president and general manager of the Northeast region at Granitar. "Our ability to provide a well-engineered user interface enhances our proven expertise in developing back-end Web infrastructure for the delivery of Internet-based customer service, customized content, e-commerce and e-marketing capabilities."

About Granitar

Granitar Incorporated (www.granitar.com) is a leading provider of Internet consulting and systems solutions. The firm works with Global 2000 as well as dot-com organizations to build Internet-based business solutions designed to help clients create new revenue streams, improve processes, and build closer relationships with their customers. Granitar specializes in eCommerce, content management, client relationship management, eMarketplaces, and supply chain integration. Clients include Corporate Software & Technology, Datek Online, FuelSpot, law.com, Standard & Poors, and Thomson Financial Thomson Financial

A major provider of information, analytical tools, and consulting services to the financial community. The firm, a division of Thomson Corporation, is best known to investors for its First Call segment, which publishes consensus earnings
 Publishing. To contact Granitar call 1-508-810-1200 or send an email to info@granitar.com.

About Elron Software, Inc.

Elron Software is the leading provider of Internet Policy Management (IPM) solutions that enable organizations and service providers to maximize the productive use of the Internet and effectively manage Internet risk. Over 3,500 organizations utilize Elron Software's award-winning family of integrated products for Web access control, electronic messaging See e-mail and messaging system. , content filtering See Web filtering and parental control software. , network security and virus protection. With worldwide headquarters in Burlington, Massachusetts, Elron Software has 120 employees and is a privately-owned subsidiary of Elron Electronic Industries Ltd. (Nasdaq: ELRNF). For more information, please call 800-767-6683 or visit www.elronsoftware.com.
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