Global Wireless Data Named Master Agent For AT&T Wireless.

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2001

Global Wireless Data to provide channel partners with access and

availability to AT&T Wireless data service

Global Wireless Data (GWD), a single source provider of a full range of wireless data products and integrated services, announced today the addition of AT&T Wireless Master Agent Program to its list of services.

As AT&T Wireless Master Agent, GWD will be able to offer current and future channel partners the ability to activate their customers with AT&T Wireless data service without any of the previous program restrictions and limitations. GWD provides wireless data products and value-added programs to software companies, systems integrators and value-added resellers nationwide.

"As a Master Agent for AT&T Wireless data service, Global Wireless Data can deliver the full range of integrated services, from fulfillment to activation to distribution, that our channel partners need to get their customers up and running," said Steven Brumer, president and co-founder of Global Wireless Data.

As a result of the agreement with Global Wireless Data, AT&T Wireless will now have access to a larger customer distribution network than ever before. AT&T Wireless can now deliver its services throughout GWD's extensive channel partner customer base, which currently serves more than 250 companies in the transportation, public safety, manufacturing, field service, utility industries and eCommerce markets. As an AT&T Wireless Master Agent, Global Wireless Data is currently the only company providing AT&T Wireless CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) service to Sub Agents.

"We're glad to announce Global Wireless Data as a Master Agent for AT&T Wireless," said Steve Saslow, director, national alliance programs for AT&T Wireless. "They provide customers with a value-added service by understanding the wireless data market. They help business customers by providing solutions that enhance their operations."

Wireless data service from AT&T Wireless enables mobile workers to easily access data networks using devices with wireless modems. This means field force personnel can access critical information in real time remotely via cellular digital packet data technology from anywhere CDPD service is available.

"Being selected as a AT&T Wireless Master Agent supports our business model," said Brumer. "We now have an additional value-added service offering to our channel partners along with the ability to provide the widest variety of in-stock wireless data modems and products."

About Global Wireless Data, LLC 

Global Wireless Data (GWD) is the only single source provider of wireless data products and value-added services for everything from activation to integration for value-added resellers, system integrators and software companies. GWD offers the most extensive selection of wireless data products including branded wireless data modems and wireless OEM modems from the leading manufacturers including Sierra Wireless, Novatel Wireless and Enfora. GWD also provides a full range of wireless hardware integration and consulting services including network system design, network carrier selection, site surveys, system installation and product training. GWD has helped more than 250 companies implement a wide variety of wireless data solutions since 1997. More information on GWD is available at www.wireless-data.com or by calling 1.877.BUY.CDPD.