Intelliworxx to Offer Telematics - Mobile On-line Services - Through ComROAD AG Alliance.Business Editors SARASOTA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 26, 2000 Intelliworxx, Inc. ("Intelliworxx") (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :IWXX), a Florida based mobile technology corporation and a leader in vehicle computing, announced it will soon provide on-line services to its mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings customers. Intelliworxx has signed an agreement with an established European in-car computing and information provider ComROAD AG. The agreement includes the sharing of existing in-vehicle technologies See automotive systems. and collaborative development of next generation products as part of a plan to accelerate wireless information service offerings. In addition, the new partnership will extend the technological reach of both companies to half the continents globally. ComROAD has already established successful Global Transport Telematic System (GTTS Gtts Drops per minute (medical) GTTS Got The T-Shirt GTTS Go To Traffic School (online driving school) GTTS Grants Treasury Tape System GTTS Grupo de Trabajo en Tecnologías del Software ) service centers (telematic portals) in 17 countries, offering everything from fleet management to stock news. Together Intelliworxx and ComROAD will establish new GTTS service centers in the North and South American markets. Telematics is the combination of wireless telecommunications and information technology networks that enable the development and marketing of online services for mobile users on a profile-driven, client-specific basis. Intelliworxx will deploy ComROAD's MapCOM(TM) InfoCOM(TM), and NavCOM(TM) servers, providing the backbone for delivering GPS, fleet management, news, entertainment and customer tailored online services. Most services are delivered over GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) A digital cellular phone technology based on TDMA that is the predominant system in Europe, but also used worldwide. Developed in the 1980s, GSM was first deployed in seven European countries in 1992. (Global System for Mobile Communications (communications) Global System for Mobile Communications - (GSM, originally "Groupe de travail Sp?ciale pour les services Mobiles") One of the major standards for digital cellular communications, in use in over 60 countries and serving over one billion subscribers. ) wireless digital technology, offering the best voice quality, secure communications, unparalleled call privacy and fraud prevention as well as national and international roaming The ability to use a communications device such as a cellphone or PDA and be able to move from one cell or access point to another without losing the connection. . In addition to telematics ComROAD has been reselling hand-held computing devices, from makers such as the Casio and HP, to provide a palm-sized platform for information access via its telematics products. Future product development targeting hand-held devices will leverage Intelliworxx' own expertise in voice and user interface design enabling safe and simple access to information and services while on the road. Bodo Schnabel, 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 ComROAD stated, "Intelliworxx' experience in mobile electronics and the AutoPC market is a great match for us in a U.S. partner. We're also looking forward to co-developing next generation in-vehicle devices." Kevin Rogers, President and CEO of Intelliworxx commented, "Entry into content delivery services See CDN. for mobile users is a natural strategic step in our business model given our work in automotive computing. Partnering with ComROAD AG enables both companies to complete their business models for in-car computing with a full range of products and services. ComROAD AG (German Neuer Market Symbol, RD4), established in 1995, is a worldwide leader in building up commercial telematic networks. By integrating the globally available standard technologies GPS (Global Positioning System Global Positioning System: see navigation satellite. Global Positioning System (GPS) Precise satellite-based navigation and location system originally developed for U.S. military use. ), GSM (Global System Mobile Communication) and web-based information systems ComROAD has created a worldwide network of telematic services, already installed in 17 countries. This includes applications in the telematic sector, such as security monitoring, fleet management, off-board navigation and road assistance, as well as the maintenance of communication, information and entertainment services for mobile use. With the head office in UnterschleiBheim near Munich and further sites in Palm Beach Gardens, USA, and Hong Kong Hong Kong (hŏng kŏng), Mandarin Xianggang, special administrative region of China, formerly a British crown colony (2005 est. pop. 6,899,000), land area 422 sq mi (1,092 sq km), adjacent to Guangdong prov. , China, ComROAD attends to telematic centrals in three significant time zones around the clock. In 2000, the Company plans a turnover of DM 76 million (US $38 million). For further information please visit www.comroad.com. Intelliworxx, Inc. creates, develops and markets mobile multimedia computing solutions for commercial and government use. Specializing in voice-activated systems the company's core technologies include portable computing devices for wired, wireless and web environments, interactive MentorWorxx (Performance Support) software systems and other computing solutions aimed at vertical industries where user mobility is crucial. Intelliworxx products and technologies are sold on a worldwide basis through key resellers and strategic partners. For additional information visit www.intelliworxx.com. Intelliworxx corporate offices are located at 1819 Main Street, 11th Floor, Sarasota, Florida Sarasota is a city located in Sarasota County on the central west coast of Florida, USA. Its official limits include Sarasota Bay and several barrier islands between the bay and the Gulf of Mexico. 34236. Product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. |
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