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Ping Identity(R) Named 2007 Hot Company by Info Security Products Guide.


Recognized for Innovation and Accomplishment in Standards-Based Single Sign-On An identification system that lets users log into multiple Web sites on the Internet with one username and password. Single sign-on systems are also used within an enterprise, enabling users to access all authorized resources in the local network using the same username and password.  (SSO See single sign-on and CSO.

SSO - single sign-on
) and Federated Identity In information technology, federated identity has two general meanings:
  • The virtual reunion, or assembled identity, of a person's user information (or ), stored across multiple distinct identity management systems.
 Management

DENVER -- Ping Identity Corporation today announced it has been awarded the prestigious Info Security 2007 Hot Companies Award. Recognized by the Info Security Products Guide executive editorial team for its successful business strategy and the overall excellence of its flagship product A primary product of a company, which is typically why the company was founded and/or what made it well known. For example, MS-DOS, Windows and the Microsoft Office suite have been flagship products of Microsoft. CorelDRAW is a flagship product of Corel Corporation.  PingFederate([R]), Ping Identity stood out in a field of over 500 prominent info security vendors who were considered for this award.

PingFederate is a standalone federation server that supports multiple federated Connected and treated as one. See federated database and federated directories.  single sign-on protocols including SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) An XML-based format from OASIS for exchanging security information for single sign-on. The "assertions" are statements from a SAML authority that authenticate a user, confirm some attribute about the individual and grant or  1.0, SAML 1.1, SAML 2.0 and WS-Federation. Because it is based on industry standards, a single instance of PingFederate can replace proprietary SSO mechanisms that require organizations to run different software for each of their business partners. PingFederate is certified Liberty Alliance SAML 2.0 interoperable and GSA (1) (Global mobile Suppliers Association, Sawbridgeworth, U.K., www.gsacom.com) A membership organization of suppliers of GSM products and services. Its goal is to promote GSM as the worldwide mobile communications standard. See GSM Association and GSM.  E-Authentication compliant.

Inclusion in the 2007 Hot Companies Award, says Rake Narang, Managing Editor of Info Security Products Guide published by Silicon Valley Communications is "indicative of a successful strategy based on the four pillars Four Pillars may refer to:
  • Four Pillars of the Green Party
  • Four Pillars of Destiny, a Chinese component used in fortune telling.
  • Four Pillars of Transnistria are the basis of the declaration of independence of Transnistria, a separatist region in Moldova in Eastern
 of strength -- Products, People, Performance and Potential -- behind the company's growing success. Security is now one of the top three issues within most organizations around the world. Ping Identity clearly demonstrates that it is a key player with its delivery of federated single sign-on and federated identity management. Ping Identity is ensuring that people can collaborate and keep their digital resources secure in 2007."

"We are very proud to be recognized by Info Security Products Guide," said Andre Durand André Durand (born Canada 1947) is a painter working in the European tradition. He is heir to such painters as Rubens, Titian and Velasquez.

Although Durand is perhaps best known for his allegorical portraits, such as Princess Diana as Fortuna, he achieved international
, 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. , Ping Identity Corporation. "This award further demonstrates Ping Identity's leadership position in the delivery of federated identity management and standards-based SSO products."

The Hot Companies 2007 evaluation process took into account strong entrepreneurial spirit, seasoned executives with relevant experience, clear understanding of the security market, products and solutions that are positioned to take advantage of the emerging market opportunities, well developed revenue-growth model and clearly planned expansion strategies. Editors reviewed the company growth statistics, recent customer wins, product innovation, overall company direction and corporate insight of over 500 prominent info security vendors in the selection process.

The complete Hot Companies list is published in the February 2007 issue of Info Security Products Guide at http://www.infosecurityproductsguide.com/hot2007/index.html.

About Silicon Valley Communications Awards

Info Security Products Guide, published by Silicon Valley Communications, plays a vital role in keeping end-users informed of the choices they can make when it comes to protecting their digital resources. It is written expressly for those who are adamant on staying informed of security threats and the preventive measure they can take. You will discover a wealth of information in this guide including tomorrow's technology today, best deployment scenarios, people and technologies shaping info security and independent product evaluations that facilitate in making the most pertinent security decisions. The Info Security Products Guide Awards recognize and honor excellence in all areas of information security. To learn more, visit www.infosecurityproductsguide.com and stay secured.

About Ping Identity Corporation

Ping Identity is uniquely dedicated to delivering Internet Identity Management software and services that are transforming how organizations work with employees, customers and business partners. Our open and flexible approach offers best-of-breed software complemented with best-in-class service that exceeds the ever-expanding needs of customers like Boeing, Comcast, E*Trade, New York New York, state, United States
New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of
 Life and the US Department of Justice. Sign on to Ping Identity; sign on to what's next. For more information, please visit www.pingidentity.com, call Ping Identity toll-free at + 1 877.898.2905 or 1 303.468.2882, or email sales@pingidentity.com.

Ping Identity and PingFederate are registered trademarks of Ping Identity Corporation. All other product and service names mentioned are the trademarks of their respective companies.
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