eBusinessReady Certifies Nine Software Products for ebXML Messaging Interoperability.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 12, 2004 eBusinessReady(TM), an industry-neutral software testing Software testing is the process used to measure the quality of developed computer software. Usually, quality is constrained to such topics as correctness, completeness, security, but can also include more technical requirements as described under the ISO standard ISO 9126, such program under joint partnership of the Uniform Code Council, Inc. (UCC An abbreviation for the Uniform Commercial Code. ) and Drummond Group Inc. (DGI DGI Direction Générale des Impôts (French: Department of Revenue) DGI Dirección General Impositiva (Argentina) DGI Danske Gymnastik- & Idrætsforeninger (Denmark) DGI Drummond Group Inc. ), announced today that software products from seven solution providers successfully completed the program's ebMS (ebXML Message Service)-3Q03 interoperability The capability of two or more hardware devices or two or more software routines to work harmoniously together. For example, in an Ethernet network, display adapters, hubs, switches and routers from different vendors must conform to the Ethernet standard and interoperate with each other. testing. A total of nine software products were certified See certification. eBusinessReady. Companies demonstrating interoperability among their products included B2Binternet, Inc., bTrade, Inc., Cyclone cyclone, atmospheric pressure distribution in which there is a low central pressure relative to the surrounding pressure. The resulting pressure gradient, combined with the Coriolis effect, causes air to circulate about the core of lowest pressure in a Commerce, IPNet Solutions, SeeBeyond, Sterling Commerce, and Sybase, Inc. "The ebMS standard continues to deliver enormous benefits to companies seeking ways to streamline and simplify the integration process for their supply chains," said Rik Drummond, DGI's 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. and chief scientist. "By enabling Web services (1) Loosely, any online service delivered over the Web. Such usage appears in articles from non-technical sources, but not in IT-oriented publications, because definition #2 below describes the correct use of the term. , the ebMS standard also provides businesses with secure business data messaging techniques and increases the number of interoperable The ability for one system to communicate or work with another. See interoperability. solutions sought by a competitive global marketplace." An eBusinessReady certified product enables vertical and horizontal interoperability across the supply chain and distribution channels. ebXML Messaging is a key standard that enables Web services, providing secure and reliable messaging for business-to-business communications. The companies underwent testing to demonstrate that their ebXML messaging software products complied with a common level of interoperability, enabling them to effectively communicate with other eBusiness solutions, eliminating costly communication obstacles and facilitating efficient trading partner relationships. "ebXML and ebXML messaging, continues to become an important business tool across industry as trading partners rely on Web solutions to communicate product and transaction information," said Dan Wilkinson Daniel Wilkinson (born March 13, 1973 in Dayton, Ohio) is an American football defensive tackle who is currently a free agent. Wilkinson played collegiately at Ohio State University. , vice president of UCC Implementation Services. "An eBusinessReady certified product enables software users to save implementation costs and truly utilize open communication across their supply chain." In addition to successfully completing the eBusinessReady ebMS interoperability testing, six software products also passed testing of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), agency of the U.S. Public Health Service since 1973, with headquarters in Atlanta; it was established in 1946 as the Communicable Disease Center. (CDC See Control Data, century date change and Back Orifice. CDC - Control Data Corporation ) Public Health Information Network Messaging System Software that provides an electronic mail delivery system. It is made up of the following functional components, which may be packaged together or independently. Mail User Agent (PHIN PHIN Public Health Information Network (CDC) PHIN Philologie Im Netz (German journal) PHIN Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industry News (database) PHIN Pro-Hope International MS) ebXML messaging profile. The CDC's PHIN MS is an example of how a company/agency has extended ebXML to create a robust system. The PHIN MS enables consistent exchange of response, health and disease tracking data between public health partners. For additional information about the eBusinessReady ebMS test, visit http://www.ebusinessready.org/ebxml.html. Editor Notes: The following companies and products passed the eBusinessReady ebXML, third quarter, 2003 interoperability test:
Company Product, Version CDC/PHIN
Profile
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B2Binternet, Inc. Xico ebXML Connector V1.0
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bTrade, Inc. ebXML Connector V3.0 Yes
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Cyclone Commerce Cyclone Interchange/Activator v4.2
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Cyclone Commerce Cyclone Central v4.2
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Cyclone Commerce Cyclone Yes
Central/Interchange/Activator
v5.0
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IPNet Solutions, an Inovis IPNet BizManager 2.5 Yes
business unit
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SeeBeyond SeeBeyond ICAN Suite 5.0 Yes
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Sterling Commerce Gentran Integration Yes
Suite/Sterling Integrator
v3.0
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Sybase, Inc. Web Services Integrator Suite Yes
V2.6
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About eBusinessReady eBusinessReady is an industry-neutral software testing program, under joint partnership of the Uniform Code Council, Inc. (UCC) and Drummond Group Inc. (DGI), to enable vertical and horizontal interoperability across the global supply chain. For software buyers, eBusinessReady provides a valued resource for product selection and cost savings by taking the guesswork out of implementing interoperable supply chain solutions. For software vendors, eBusinessReady certifies solutions and enables companies to deliver certified interoperable products to their customers. The eBusinessReady program addresses the needs of enterprises and supply chains by providing a neutral third party test of various software solutions for interoperability and compliance. Visit www.ebusinessready.org for more information, or email: information@ebusinessready.org. About ebXML ebXML, sponsored by UN/CEFACT UN/CEFACT United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business and OASIS, is a modular suite of specifications that enables enterprises of any size and in any geographical location to conduct business over the Internet. Using ebXML, companies now have a standard method to exchange business messages, conduct trading relationships, communicate data in common terms and define and register business processes. For more information, visit www.ebXML.org. |
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