Mobile Solutions: DataViz To Provide Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Connectivity For New M600 And P990 Smartphones

DataViz announced today a partnership with Sony Ericsson to provide Exchange ActiveSync connectivity for Sony Ericsson's new Symbian OS based UIQ 3.0 smartphones, both the M600 and P990. The Exchange ActiveSync mailbox and synchronization engine included on these new smartphones is powered by DataViz' RoadSync which provides secure, wireless and "Direct Push" synchronization of corporate e-mail, calendar, contacts and attachments from Exchange Server 2003. Both DataViz and Sony Ericsson are official licensees of the Exchange ActiveSync protocol from Microsoft.

According to industry analyst firm, The Radicati Group, 33% of corporations worldwide currently use Microsoft Exchange as their insourced corporate messaging solution, and this market share is anticipated to rise to 39% by 2009. Additionally, by 2009, the corporate wireless e-mail install base is projected to increase from 6.5 million to 123 million. Given the expected growth of both corporate Exchange mailboxes along with corporate wireless email, the inclusion of Exchange ActiveSync functionality allows Sony Ericsson and DataViz to deliver an integrated push e-mail solution for more enterprise customers who rely on Exchange for their messaging needs.

"As more enterprises take advantage of the mobility features built directly into Exchange Server 2003, our RoadSync technology provides the M600 and P990 with essentially the same level of push synchronization of Windows Mobile 5 equipped handsets that have the Messaging & Security Feature Pack installed," said Rob Hoxie, Director of Business Development for DataViz, Inc. "Sony Ericsson's new devices offer a quality brand, user-friendly experience and enterprise-grade functionality which we believe will be highly popular and help to extend Exchange ActiveSync and push e-mail to more corporate customers."

"Secure mobile access to e-mail, calendar and other business data are core requirements for mobile professionals who need to maintain communication with clients and colleagues while out of the office," said Henrik Voigt, Director, Head of Enterprise Solutions, Sony Ericsson. "Working closely with DataViz has allowed us to achieve a tight integration of Exchange ActiveSync functionality into our portfolio of smartphones and solutions."

About DataViz' Exchange ActiveSync Solution
The integrated Exchange ActiveSync mailbox and synchronization engine included with the M600 and P990 is based on DataViz' RoadSync solution. Using the Exchange ActiveSync protocol licensed directly from Microsoft, RoadSync provides secure, wireless and "Direct Push" synchronization of corporate e-mail, calendar, contacts and attachments - all in one affordable, scalable and easy-to-manage package. In addition to significantly enhancing end-user productivity, RoadSync simultaneously lowers IT costs by providing an easy to implement mobile e-mail strategy which eliminates the need for middleware servers and subscription fees.

Customers who purchase an M600 and P990 can register their ActiveSync client with DataViz. More information can be found at www.dataviz.com/roadsyncse.

About DataViz, Inc.
DataViz is an industry leader in developing and marketing Office compatibility and productivity solutions across a variety of platforms including Palm OS, Symbian OS, Java, Windows Mobile, Windows and Macintosh. Founded in 1984, DataViz began its business developing file conversion software and has since expanded its expertise to providing solutions that meet the increasing demands of the handheld and mobile markets. With solutions that include its award-winning mobile Office suite, Documents To Go, and wireless Outlook synchronization solution, RoadSync, DataViz is committed to providing premium solutions that mobilize ‘Microsoft Office' for today's knowledge workers and provide instant access to critical files and business data. DataViz is a member of Nokia Forum Pro, Palm's Plugged-In Developer's program, Sony Ericsson Core+ developer's program and is a Microsoft Certified Partner, Symbian Platinum Partner and Orange Partner Premium member. In addition, the company has developed strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Palm, Sony, Apple, Sony Ericsson and other industry leaders both domestically and abroad.