Gearworks Launches Initiative to Deliver Mobile Workforce Management Software for the GPS-Enabled BlackBerry 7520.MINNEAPOLIS -- etrace(R) software to leverage BlackBerry platform to address need among field service organizations for advanced data collection and transaction capabilities Gearworks, a leading provider of mobile workforce management Workforce Management (WFM) encompasses all the responsibilities for maintaining a productive and happy workforce. Sometimes referred to as HRMS systems, or even the larger ERP systems (Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP). There are many software vendors within this space. software, announced today an initiative to deliver a version of its flagship etrace(R) mobile workforce management software on the BlackBerry(R) wireless platform from Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq:RIMM (Rambus Inline Memory Module) See RDRAM. See also RIM. ) (TSX TSX Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE before April, 2002) TSX Transfer from Stack Pointer to Index TSX True Space Extension :RIM). Under this initiative, Gearworks is developing an advanced version of its etrace software specifically designed to leverage the BlackBerry platform. Gearworks will also participate in joint market development activities through RIM's BlackBerry ISV (Independent Software Vendor) A person or company that develops software. It implies an organization that specializes in software only and is not part of a computer systems or hardware manufacturer. Alliance Partner program. The first product of this multi-phase initiative will be released in early 2005. "Using the BlackBerry platform as a foundation to streamline mobile workflow is an increasingly popular business strategy for many organizations, especially in the field service market," said Mark Guibert, vice president of corporate marketing at Research In Motion. "Gearworks' etrace mobile workforce management software for BlackBerry will help customers gain valuable insights into their field service operations to optimize performance." Gearworks' etrace is a wireless and Web-based solution that enables field service organizations to measure, manage and optimize field operations at the point of delivery. etrace will leverage the BlackBerry platform and BlackBerry 7520 to help companies address the need for more advanced, field-based data collection and transaction capabilities. The BlackBerry 7520 provides the power of always-on BlackBerry connectivity to e-mail, voice, text messaging Sending short messages to a smartphone, pager, PDA or other handheld device. Text messaging implies sending short messages generally no more than a couple of hundred characters in length. , HTML HTML in full HyperText Markup Language Markup language derived from SGML that is used to prepare hypertext documents. Relatively easy for nonprogrammers to master, HTML is the language used for documents on the World Wide Web. Web browsing and organizer applications. The Java-based application environment for BlackBerry combined with integrated GPS support also makes it a compelling platform for a wide range of additional mobile applications. "The new GPS-enabled BlackBerry 7520 signals a new era of mobile business platforms, and we are pleased to support this exciting product," said Todd Krautkremer, chief executive officer for Gearworks. "Gearworks has embarked on a multi-phase BlackBerry platform initiative that will open the door to field service-driven companies with more advanced data processing data processing or information processing, operations (e.g., handling, merging, sorting, and computing) performed upon data in accordance with strictly defined procedures, such as recording and summarizing the financial transactions of a requirements who have been shut out from the benefits of mobile workforce management due to the higher cost and complexity of traditional PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). solutions." About etrace etrace is a wireless and Web-based mobile workforce management solution that runs on GPS and Java-enabled phones and is available in three editions with increasing levels of functionality. etrace:worksight, etrace:workflow and etrace:worksmart provide field service organizations more choices for getting started with mobile technology and a clear migration path for adding functionality. etrace incorporates first-to-market functionality, such as configurable PowerTalk(TM) voice browser A voice browser is a web browser that presents an interactive voice user interface to the user. In addition, it typically provides an interface to the PSTN or a PBX. Just as a visual web browser works with HTML pages, a voice browser operates on pages that specify voice dialogues. , based on VoiceXML technology, and WorkZone(TM) technology for location-intelligent actions, alerting and reporting. About Research In Motion Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, Research In Motion provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS (1) (Storage Management System) Software used to routinely back up and archive files. See HSM. (2) (Systems Management Server) Systems management software from Microsoft that runs on Windows NT Server. messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. Research In Motion technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. Research In Motion's portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry(R) wireless platform, the Research In Motion Wireless Handheld(TM) product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario Coordinates: Waterloo is a city in Ontario, Canada. It is the smallest of the three cities in the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, and is adjacent to the larger city of Kitchener. , Research In Motion operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Research In Motion is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market Nasdaq stock market The first electronic stock market listing over 5000 companies. The Nasdaq stock market comprises two separate markets, namely the Nasdaq National Market, which trades large, active securities and the Nasdaq Smallcap Market that trades emerging growth companies. (Nasdaq:RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. (TSX:RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com. About Gearworks Minneapolis-based Gearworks (www.gearworks.com) is a leading provider of mobile workforce management software that enables service-driven companies - from mainstreet to the Fortune 500 - to monitor, measure and manage their field operations at the point of delivery. The company's flagship product - etrace(R) - is a location-intelligent, wireless and Web-based solution that runs on a new generation of low-cost, application-enabled mobile devices. By providing dispatchers, operations managers and other service organization stakeholders with real-time visibility and control of field workers, workflow and activities, etrace enables businesses to make their workforces more productive, processes more efficient, and consumers more delighted. To learn more about Gearworks, call (800) 735-3457 or click on www.gearworks.com The BlackBerry and RIM families of related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and trademarks of Research In Motion Limited. |
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