TCS Launches Developers Program For Its Message Distribution Center; Program Opens Wireless Messaging Service to Application Developers.Business/High-Tech Editors ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 19, 2001 TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS (Transportation Control System) A widely used integrated information system for railroad transportation developed by the Missouri Pacific Railroad Company in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It was later implemented by Union Pacific when the companies merged. ) (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :TSYS TSYS Total System Services, Inc. ), a key architect of wireless messaging software and a leading supplier of solutions to wireless service providers, has launched a comprehensive developers program for its Message Distribution Center (MDC (1) (Mobile Daughter Card) See riser card. (2) See Meta Data Coalition. ). This program empowers application developers to create Short Message Service (SMS (1) (Storage Management System) Software used to routinely back up and archive files. See HSM. (2) (Systems Management Server) Systems management software from Microsoft that runs on Windows NT Server. ) text messaging-enabled applications across carrier networks using a single interface. As part of the MDC Developers Program, developers have access to testing and simulation environments that help them create MDC compliant applications and quickly bring those applications to market. "The MDC enables developers to write applications that can reach wireless messaging devices in America, and soon globally, that leverage the intelligence inherent in the carrier network," said Chris Knotts, director of marketing at TCS. "Via our MDC Developers Program, companies can now wirelessly enhance their enterprise solutions such as sales force automation Automating the sales activities within an organization. A comprehensive SFA package provides such functions as contact management, note and information sharing, quick proposal and presentation generation, product configurators, calendars and to-do lists. and workforce collaboration. Additionally, vertical industry developers can create industry-specific applications using SMS." This new program offers developers a fast, cost-effective clearinghouse for wireless messaging, reducing the need for content providers such as Yellow Pepper to negotiate service agreements with each carrier. The MDC has a powerful Application Programming Interface (API (Application Programming Interface) A language and message format used by an application program to communicate with the operating system or some other control program such as a database management system (DBMS) or communications protocol. ) that makes it easy for developers to build advanced messaging functionality, such as actionable alerts and notifications, into their text messaging Sending short messages to a smartphone, pager, PDA or other handheld device. Text messaging implies sending short messages generally no more than a couple of hundred characters in length. enabled applications. "The MDC Developers Program has allowed us to successfully and quickly integrate MDC messaging functionality into Yellow Pepper's new www.Habanero ha·ba·ne·ro n. pl. ha·ba·ñe·ros A cultivar of the tropical pepper Capsicum chinense having small, round, extremely hot green to red fruit. .tv platform," said Marc Theermann, creator of Habanero.tv. "We had access to critical API documentation, simulation and testing environments, and sample code. TCS provided high-quality customer support, enabling us to launch our Habanero.tv wireless entertainment solution on time. The MDC Developers Program is a valuable tool for application developers seeking to add hosted messaging services to their solution," Theermann continued. The MDC Developers Program empowers developers to build text-messaging enabled applications by providing thorough documentation, development tools and sample applications. TCS is committed to providing high levels of support during all phases of development, integration, testing and production. Developers interested in learning more about the MDC Developers Program, please register at http://developer.tcsmdc.com/. About TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. TCS is evolving wireless technology. As the key architect of wireless messaging and location technology, TCS is delivering essential software, services and solutions to carriers that enable people to better manage their mobile lifestyle. TCS occupies a privileged position within the core of the wireless carrier network enabling it to develop technology that ensures the security, reliability and privacy of people's wireless messages. Today, TCS is a preferred technology provider to carriers worldwide including Vodafone, Verizon Wireless Cellco Partnership, doing business as Verizon Wireless, owns and operates the second largest wireless telecommunications network in the United States, based on total wireless customers. , Telefonica and Qwest. Through its Solutions group, TCS deploys advanced technologies and products that promote the continued evolution of wireless services. Visit the web site at www.telecomsys.com. This announcement contains forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are based upon TCS' current expectations and assumptions that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that would cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. The actual results realized by the Company could differ materially from the statements made herein, depending in particular upon the risks and uncertainties described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These include the risks and uncertainties relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc the company's future financial results and the ability of the Company to (i) reach profitability as early as anticipated (ii) continue to rely on third parties to market and sell the Company's products and for other relevant support, (iii) adapt and integrate new technologies into its products, (iv) expand its business offerings in the new wireless data industry, (v) capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. opportunities in the marketplace, (vi) develop software without any errors or defects, and (vii) implement its sales and marketing strategies. Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the information in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, or otherwise. |
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