GRIC and Getronics Form Strategic Relationship to Deliver Robust, Secure Mobile and Remote Solutions.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers MILPITAS, Calif. & BILLERICA, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 21, 2004 World's Leading Provider of Managed Remote Solutions for Distributed Enterprises Joins Second Largest Provider of Network and Desktop Outsourcing (1) Contracting with outside consultants, software houses or service bureaus to perform systems analysis, programming and datacenter operations. Contrast with insourcing. See netsourcing, ASP, SSP and facilities management. Services Getronics North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. and GRIC GRIC Global Reach Internet Connection GRIC Government Relations Institute of Canada (industry association) Communications, Inc. (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 :GRIC) today announced an agreement to deliver secure mobile and remote solutions that will dramatically increase productivity while reducing costs and security risks for organizations that rely on employees who work on the road, at home, or in branch offices. Getronics' multi-dimensional approach to deployment and support will bring clients smooth, reliable and secure communications while reducing costs by creating a common operating environment A uniform configuration of hardware and software throughout an organization. It is designed to eliminate software and data incompatibilities and improve troubleshooting. It implies the use of the same primary applications and Web browser as well as the same operating system, database . Getronics standardizes and integrates devices, access means, and applications while securing and protecting remote users and vital corporate data. The Getronics mobile support desk features remote management, diagnostic, and self-healing tools that solve users' problems quickly and lead to greater productivity. Getronics will make available to its enterprise customers the portfolio of solutions from GRIC for mobile workers, teleworkers, and employees who work in branch offices. These customers will benefit from GRIC's global coverage and powerful, intelligent client. In addition, GRIC Universal Remote Control(TM), an industry-leading secure management portal, will be integrated into the Getronics support infrastructure, providing Getronics professionals real-time information on user experience and network performance. GRIC has the largest aggregated network in the world, spanning more than 150 countries and delivering redundancy and reliability through multiple access methods including analog, ISDN ISDN in full Integrated Services Digital Network Digital telecommunications network that operates over standard copper telephone wires or other media. , Wi-Fi, cable, and DSL DSL in full Digital Subscriber Line Broadband digital communications connection that operates over standard copper telephone wires. It requires a DSL modem, which splits transmissions into two frequency bands: the lower frequencies for voice (ordinary . Users can access their corporate networks from multiple devices such as laptops, notebooks, and PDAs. Complementary Capabilities for Unmatched Access and Highly Reliable Operation GRIC's managed remote solutions will be integrated into the comprehensive Getronics offer that addresses design, deployment, management and support of technologies and services for remote and mobile workers. The Getronics service desk offerings include 24x7 support, request/change management, authentication/secure password administration, software distribution, global field dispatch, and asset management. Getronics network management includes remote application distribution, configuration management, diagnostics and reporting. "GRIC is an ideal strategic partner for Getronics. GRIC's comprehensive managed remote solution blends multiple access types and industry-leading security capabilities that are very much in line with the multi-dimensional aspects of the Getronics 3D(TM) suite of solutions. GRIC has also made a major commitment with its 'Partners in Profit' channel marketing program of training, support, marketing, and sales," said Paul D. Jameson, vice president of marketing, Getronics North America. "We are excited about our strategic relationship. With over 22,000 employees in over 30 countries and a proven track record of delivering business solutions worldwide, Getronics is a true global leader. Together, we will offer a compelling solution for connecting, securing, and managing employees outside the corporate firewall," said Louis G. Pelosi, vice president, channel and field marketing, GRIC. About Getronics With approximately 22,000 employees in over 30 countries and ongoing revenues of EUR EUR In currencies, this is the abbreviation for the Euro. Notes: The currency market, also known as the Foreign Exchange market, is the largest financial market in the world, with a daily average volume of over US $1 trillion. 2.6 billion in 2003, Getronics is one of the world's leading providers of vendor independent Information and Communication Technology (ICT (1) (Information and Communications Technology) An umbrella term for the information technology field. See IT. (2) (International Computers and Tabulators) See ICL. 1. (testing) ICT - In Circuit Test. ) solutions and services. Getronics today combines the capabilities of the original Dutch company with those of Wang Global, acquired in 1999, and of the systems and services division of Olivetti. Getronics is ranked second worldwide in network and desktop outsourcing and fourth worldwide in network consulting and integration (Source: IDC 2002-2003). Getronics designs, integrates and manages ICT infrastructures and business solutions for many of the world's largest global and local companies and organizations, helping them maximize the value of their information technology investments. Getronics headquarters are in Amsterdam, with regional offices in Boston and Singapore. Getronics' shares are traded on Euronext Amsterdam ('GTN'). For further information visit www.getronics.com/us. About GRIC Communications, Inc. GRIC Communications, Inc. is the world's leading provider of managed remote solutions for distributed enterprises. GRIC's "Total Remote Solution" is the industry's most complete, integrated, and flexible solution for connecting, securing, and supporting remote workers across all environments: mobile, teleworker See telecommuting. , branch office and retail. The "Total Remote Solution" enables distributed enterprises to cut total remote costs and complexity, minimize risks, and maximize productivity of remote workers. More information about GRIC is available at www.gric.com or by calling 877-GET-GRIC in North America or 408-955-1920 elsewhere. This news release may include "forward-looking" statements, including projections about the business of GRIC Communications, Inc., within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For example, statements in the future tense future tense n. A verb tense expressing future time. Noun 1. future tense - a verb tense that expresses actions or states in the future future are forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. . These forward-looking statements are based on information available to us at the time of the release and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. The statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations as a result of numerous factors, including unanticipated delays or unforeseen issues in the resale resale n. selling again, particularly at retail. In many states a "resale license" or "resale number" is required so that the state can monitor the collection of sales tax on retail sales. RESALE. and deployment by Getronics North America of our services to their global customers, the future availability of alternate access methods and technologies, and the risks and uncertainties associated with our business that are detailed in our most recent reports on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and Form 10-Q Form 10-Q See 10-Q. on file with the SEC and available through www.sec.gov. GRIC, GRIC TierOne Network, GRIC Secure Access, GRIC Managed VPN (Virtual Private Network) A private network that is configured within a public network (a carrier's network or the Internet) in order to take advantage of the economies of scale and management facilities of large networks. , GRIC MobileOffice, GRIC Universal Remote Control, and the GRIC logo are trademarks of GRIC Communications, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. |
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