New ILOG JTGO is First Graphics Component to Bring State-of-the-Art Interface Design in Java to Network Management Applications.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 12, 1998--

Slashes Application Development Time, Delivers Sophisticated GUI 

Features, Boosts Operator Productivity

ILOG (NASDAQ NMS: ILOGY), the world's leading supplier of advanced software components, today introduced ILOG JTGO (Java Telecom Graphic Objects), a powerful Java visualization component that makes possible fast development of intuitive, graphically rich network management applications that run on a standard browser in a web-based environment. The first product of its kind, ILOG JTGO has cutting-edge GUI features that make applications easier and faster to use for network operators, thereby improving network efficiency and reducing errors.

ILOG JTGO is the Java implementation of ILOG TGO, the powerhouse GUI for network management applications that was introduced by ILOG earlier this year. Based on C++, ILOG TGO has been chosen by many leading operators and platform providers for their new network management applications. One reason for the popularity of ILOG TGO is the fact it cuts GUI development time - often comprising half the time spent on developing a network management application - by up to 80 percent, according to users. The new ILOG JTGO offers the same rich graphical features and development tools as the C++ version, bringing an unprecedented level of robustness and responsiveness to Java-based solutions.

"We have chosen ILOG TGO for the IBM TMN Product Suite. The IBM TMN Topology Application is a rapid-deployment software package that uses TGO to simplify customization. TGO provided significant leverage during the design and development of network management user interfaces," said Rick Bourbina, TMN project manager at IBM. "By embedding ILOG's ready-to-use graphic objects into our platform, we were able to reduce development time and costs as well as enhance the quality of our graphical user interface. In addition, our telecommunications industry customers expect rapid customization of our end user interfaces to satisfy their unique needs. Using TGO simplifies our tasks to accommodate such engagements."

ILOG JTGO enables the deployment of client applications on all standard platforms on all browsers built on JDK 1.1, including Netscape Communicator 4.0 and Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0. It is built upon ILOG JViews 2.0, ILOG's award-winning Java 2D graphics library. ILOG JViews provides finely tuned display algorithms to deliver outstanding graphics performance and scalability. Other features provided by ILOG JViews include the first commercial Java graph layout algorithms and sophisticated mapping capabilities.

ILOG JTGO Delivers Big Advantages for Developers and Operators

ILOG JTGO opens new doors for Java developers who must design high-quality network management applications in the shortest time possible. It delivers the same unparalleled time-to-market advantages as ILOG TGO, which is critical in a fast-moving, competitive industry like telecommunications.

"In today's competitive environment, network operators can no longer afford the time or expense involved in developing proprietary solutions to meet their customers' network management and customer care demands," said Miguel Planas, manager of Nortel Networks INM's Customer Network Management Portfolio. "The ability to quickly integrate systems developed by various suppliers, and deliver these solutions on any platform is essential to success. Web technology is emerging as a major component, and Java is a key enabler in meeting these challenges. ILOG JTGO is the most sophisticated toolkit of user interface components available to quickly and cost-effectively deliver state-of-the art GUIs for network management applications that leverage the capabilities of Java and the Web."

ILOG's TGO - and now JTGO - visualization components for the telecommunications industry leverages extensive human factors research in order to provide the operator with the most intuitive and compelling user interface. For example, operators using applications that include ILOG TGO report quick recognition of the GUI elements as well as reduced fatigue cutting the risk of human error - and less need for training.

Pricing and Availability

ILOG JTGO will be available starting October 31, 1998 on all Java virtual machines and Internet browsers enabled for JDK 1.1. Prices start at $7,000 for a single development license.

About ILOG

ILOG is the world's leading provider of advanced C, C++ and Java software components for graphics and resource optimization. ILOG products deliver high-performance data visualization for user interfaces; integer, linear and constraint solvers for resource optimization, scheduling, logistics and planning applications; dynamic rule systems for intelligent agents and real-time data flow control; and components for integrating modules with real-time and relational data sources. ILOG was founded in 1987, and now employs over 400 people in seven countries. Visit www.ilog.com for additional information.

ILOG is a registered trademark, and ILOG TGO, ILOG JViews and ILOG JTGO are trademarks of ILOG. IBM is a registered trademark of the International Business Machine Corporation. The IBM TMN Product Suite & IBM TMN Topology Application are trademarks of the International Business Machine Corporation. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Note to Editors: ILOG JTGO will be presented at TeleManagement World, Dallas, October 13-15, 1998 - Booth 57.