Sagent Enhances BI Platform with Data Access Components from DataDirect Technologies.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 10, 2002 DataDirect Connect for ODBC (Open DataBase Connectivity) A database programming interface from Microsoft that provides a common language for Windows applications to access databases on a network. Enables Expanded Interoperability and Faster Implementation Sagent (Nasdaq:SGNT), a leading provider of enterprise business intelligence solutions, and DataDirect Technologies, the leading provider of components for connecting data and applications, today announced that Sagent is embedding DataDirect Technologies' data connectivity capabilities into the Sagent Business Intelligence Platform. Sagent will use DataDirect Connect for ODBC to enhance the flexibility and performance of Sagent's Solaris-based solutions, offering Solaris customers faster and more seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. with Microsoft SQL Server A relational DBMS from Microsoft that is a major component of the Windows Server System. It is Microsoft's high-end client/server database and is closely integrated with Microsoft Visual Studio and the Microsoft Office System. and IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) DB/2. "As the data integration needs of business intelligence users continue to evolve, Sagent remains committed to providing the most flexible and rapidly deployable BI platform available," said Ellen Raynor, vice president of product management for Sagent. "DataDirect Technologies is a leader in database connectivity, and I'm confident our customers will benefit from the implementation advantages the company's technology affords." ODBC (Open Database Connectivity See ODBC. (standard, database) Open DataBase Connectivity - (ODBC) A standard for accessing different database systems. There are interfaces for Visual Basic, Visual C++, SQL and the ODBC driver pack contains drivers for the Access, Paradox, dBase, Text, Excel and Btrieve ) is a standards-based API that facilitates plug-and-play functionality between multiple applications and databases. DataDirect Connect for ODBC permits users to quickly establish data connections to all major databases across all major operating platforms. The company's unique wire protocol drivers eliminate the need for client software, offering IT and business users easier database administration and better overall performance -- up to 500% faster than traditional ODBC drivers. "Industry leaders rely on DataDirect Technologies for the most complete, best performing, and most reliable connectivity components in the industry," said Eric Egertson, vice president of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and business development for DataDirect Technologies. "We are pleased that Sagent, a leader if not a pioneer in the Business Intelligence technology marketplace, acknowledges DataDirect Connect for ODBC as best-in-class data access connectivity. We are very proud that they joined a distinguished group of our OEM customers." About DataDirect Technologies DataDirect Technologies is the leading provider of components for connecting software to data, providing standards-based technology that ensures consistent behavior and performance across diverse environments such as J2EE (Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition) A platform from Sun for building distributed enterprise applications. J2EE services are performed in the middle tier between the user's machine and the enterprise's databases and legacy information systems. , .NET, Web, and client/server. With the most comprehensive support for ODBC, JDBC (Java DataBase Connectivity) A programming interface that lets Java applications access a database via the SQL language. Since Java interpreters (Java Virtual Machines) are available for all major client platforms, this allows a platform-independent database , ADO and XML XML in full Extensible Markup Language. Markup language developed to be a simplified and more structural version of SGML. It incorporates features of HTML (e.g., hypertext linking), but is designed to overcome some of HTML's limitations. , DataDirect Technologies helps developers speed development, integration and deployment. Hundreds of leading commercial software vendors across major software markets embed DataDirect Technologies' components as part of their strategic product offerings. With over fifteen years experience, and strong relationships with IBM, Microsoft, Sun, Oracle and other leading vendors, DataDirect Technologies provides the easiest experience connecting software to data. datadirect-technologies.com About Sagent Sagent provides a complete software platform for business intelligence, enabling companies to reduce operational costs, increase profitability, and improve customer relationships. Sagent employs a unique business intelligence life-cycle process that facilitates the rapid development of custom analytic solutions and helps bridge the gap between business users and IT. Through its technology, services, and business expertise, Sagent simplifies business intelligence for more than 1,500 customers worldwide. Sagent customers include: AT&T, Boeing Employees Credit Union, BP Amoco, Carrefour, Citibank, GPU GPU: see secret police. (Graphics Processing Unit) A specialized logic chip devoted to rendering 2D or 3D images. 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Sagent technology is also embedded in multiple partner solutions that address the needs of specific vertical and functional application areas; key 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. partners include Advent Software, Hyperion, and HAHT Commerce. Sagent technology has been adopted by leading regional and global systems integrators, such as Cap Gemini Ernst & Young, Satyam, and Unisys, to address customer needs within their business intelligence practices. In addition, Sagent has built alliances with numerous technology vendors to cooperatively market solutions; alliance partners include Microsoft, Business Objects, and Sun Microsystems. Sagent is headquartered in Mountain View, Calif. For more information about Sagent, visit www.sagent.com. Note to Editors: Sagent and Sagent Solution are trademarks of Sagent Technology Inc. DataDirect Connect is a registered trademark of DataDirect Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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