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GRIDNODE AND HP SINGAPORE TO INTRODUCE JOINT SOLUTION TO STREAMLINE ROSETTANET IMPLEMENTATIONS
GridNode and HP Singapore Combine Technology and Consulting Experience to Provide a Comprehensive RosettaNet Implementation Solution
SINGAPORE, April 25, 2002 – GridNode, a global software company and leading provider of eXtended enterprise Businessware (XB), and Hewlett-Packard Singapore (Sales) Pte Ltd today announced a joint software and services solution for implementing B2B e-commerce initiatives based on the RosettaNet standards. RosettaNet’s primary goal is to streamline and improve the flow of critical information within a supply chain allowing all the trading partners to fully leverage e-commerce applications and the Internet as a B2B e-commerce tool.
The GridTalk EnterpriseConnect software provides a cost-effective starter solution with plug-and-play PIPs compliant to RosettaNet specifications, enabling businesses to take advantage on real-time connectivity over the Internet and supply chain integration. Developed on a highly-optimized, distributed architecture for B2B integration and collaboration, the peer-to-peer (P2P), XML-based product suite is scalable and enables critical supply chain data to be exchanged, synchronized and analysed in real-time via the Internet infrastructure, reliably and efficiently.
Under the agreement, HP Singapore will resell all GridNode’s B2B integration solutions, including: GridTalk, GridForm Viewer and Designer, GridMapper and GridTalk EnterpriseConnect software to enable RosettaNet-based trading networks. In support of this alliance, HP Singapore’s Consulting Group has dedicated a team of consultants focused on GridNode’s solution offerings.
“B2B integration software plays an important role in unlocking the potential value of technology investments. Our alliance with GridNode is designed to help customers deploy these solutions at a lower total cost of ownership, thus enhancing their competitiveness,” said Ng Buck Seng, country manager for Extended Manufacturing, HP Consulting. “GridNode’s track record of successful RosettaNet implementations with high-tech customers made them a clear choice for partnership. Through this collaboration, HP will continue to build upon the strong reputation of delivering comprehensive RosettaNet solutions and services to its customers.”
“HP Consulting’s expertise and long-standing reputation as a premier systems integrator, combined with GridNode’s leading B2B integration software solutions, brings together premier technology, consulting and professional services as a total solution for customers in the high-tech manufacturing and supply chain verticals,” said Leow Chee Tong, Managing Director of GridNode. “Working together, we can meet customers’ needs with the software and services necessary to maximize the value of their supply chains through integration based on the RosettaNet standards. We believe our partnership with HP Consulting can deliver the ever-important end result – real business R.O.I. – to our customers.”
HP’s Commitment to PartnerNet
GridNode is part of HP’s PartnerNet, an umbrella programme for independent software vendors (ISVs), systems integrators (SI) and developers. HP PartnerNet aims to create an environment where HP-facilitated collaboration between ISVs, SIs and developers will bring new business opportunities for all. HP offers a comprehensive suite of hardware, software, services and information appliances, and the capability to integrate these into solutions. Partners will also be able to leverage on HP’s resources in areas of business development, technology enablement and marketing efforts.
“HP is committed to ensuring our partners benefit from our resources to enter new markets and generate new revenue streams,” said Dumas Chin, General Manager, Business Customer Organisation – Sales & Marketing, HP Singapore. “By collaborating with HP, partners can expand opportunities with customized programmes and resources to build complete solutions for customers.”
Low Cost Supply Chain Starter Solution
HP and GridNode will help their clients automate critical business processes, such as B2B integration and supplier enablement in their supply chains, allowing for systems
and applications to interoperate for business efficiencies compliant to the RosettaNet standards.
Customers who want to conduct supply chain transactions electronically can choose the GridNode/HP GridTalk EnterpriseConnect bundle. With Plug-and-play PIPs, businesses can now take advantage of real-time connectivity and supply chain integration.
About RosettaNet
RosettaNet is an independent, non-profit consortium dedicated to the collaborative development and rapid deployment of open Internet-based business standards that align processes within the global high-technology trading network. More than 400 companies representing over $1 trillion in annual information technology, electronic components and semiconductor manufacturing revenues currently participate in RosettaNet’s Standards development, strategy and implementation activities. A complete list of member companies and more information on RosettaNet is available at www.rosettanet.org.
About HP
Hewlett-Packard Company -- a leading global provider of computing and imaging solutions and services -- is focused on making technology and its benefits accessible to all. HP had total revenue of $45.2 billion in its 2001 fiscal year. Information about HP and its products can be found on the World Wide Web at www.hp.com.
About GridNode
GridNode provides businessware for extended enterprise management. Using a highly-optimized, distributed architecture for B2B integration and collaboration, GridNode's peer-to-peer (P2P), XML-based product suite enables critical supply chain data to be exchanged, synchronized and analysed in real-time via the Internet infrastructure, reliably and efficiently. GridNode's software complies with latest industry standards and complements existing enterprise information systems, such as ERP, SCM and CRM. GridNode also offers a robust and affordable RosettaNet Basics-compliant solution for enterprises of any size to connect directly to their trading partners. GridNode has offices in US, Singapore and Taiwan. For more information, please visit www.gridnode.com.
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