Axeda Announces Partner Program for Intelligent Asset Management

Program enables SIs, consultants, VARs, and ISVs to build and deploy smart solutions for the enterprise

FOXBORO, Mass., June 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Axeda Corporation, the on-demand intelligent asset management company today announced the Axeda(R) SmartLink Partner Program -- giving member companies access to the Axeda(R) SmartLink Platform, which provides the foundation to quickly build and deploy smart solutions with enterprise level scalability and VeriSign certified security.

Axeda partners with enterprise software companies, consultants and systems integrators (SIs), independent software vendors (ISVs), value-added resellers (VARs), and wireless communication and edge platform and device providers -- making it easy for customers to develop solutions for Smart Services, Smart Products, and Smart Operations.

Joining the Axeda SmartLink Partner Program establishes participating companies as Axeda business partners -- giving them access to a broader network of complementary software and service providers. Companies also benefit from new business referrals, joint marketing engagements, and the ability to offer complete smart solutions for their customers.

Axeda SmartLink Partner Program Levels:

    --  Axeda Certified
        --  Axeda Certified partners provide the services needed to educate
            organizations and build and deploy applications based on the Axeda
            SmartLink Platform.
        --  SIs and consultants partner with Axeda to address the diverse needs
            of product manufacturers and enterprises by delivering a joint
            solution based on the Axeda platform.
        --  Partners are recognized as Axeda Certified by undergoing technical
            training and delivering implementation and consulting services.
        --  This partnership level requires validation of skills, solutions,
            and/or services by Axeda.
        --  Axeda Certified partners include organizations such as Genpact.

    --  Axeda Ready
        --  Axeda Ready partners integrate their products and technologies with
            the Axeda SmartLink Platform using Web Services and integration
            technologies that simplify the rollout of smart solutions.
        --  Designed for enterprise application, edge device communication, and
            platform providers, this program includes qualification criteria to
            test technology for integration and interoperability with the Axeda
            platform.
        --  Companies that have joined the Axeda Ready program include: Bug
            Labs, Cognos, Enfora, Janus Remote Communications, KORE Telematics,
            Morey, Oracle, Perle, Telit, Wind River, and Wyless.

    --  Powered by Axeda
        --  Powered by Axeda partners include the Axeda SmartLink Platform in
            their Smart Products as part of the total solution.
        --  The program accommodates the needs of product manufacturers and ISVs
            that build, deploy, and resell applications based on and certified
            for the Axeda platform.
        --  Smart Product solutions help generate new sources of revenue and
            reduce engineering costs by leveraging the foundational capabilities
            of the Axeda platform.
        --  Powered by Axeda partners include companies such as: Xeronics.

Supporting Quote

    --  "As the leader in the rapidly growing intelligent asset management
        market, our partner program provides companies with access to the very
        latest technology and training for building smart solutions," said
        David Canavan, vice president of business development, Axeda.  "The
        program also expands the ecosystem of partners that use the Axeda
        SmartLink Platform, which helps us provide all of the necessary
        components for complete smart solutions for our joint customers."

More Information

    --  If you are interested in joining the Axeda SmartLink Partner Program
        please contact Axeda at sales@axeda.com or call +1-508-337-9200.

Supporting Resources

    --  Axeda SmartLink Partner Program Brochure:
        http://www.axeda.com/partners-brochure-registration.htm

About Axeda

Axeda Corporation is the leading on-demand intelligent asset management company delivering M2M solutions for Smart Services, Smart Products, and Smart Operations. The company's VeriSign(R) Security certified platform and applications allow companies to connect, manage, service, and track wired and wireless assets anywhere -- it serves over 100 of the world's leading enterprises including Diebold, EMC, and Philips. Axeda Corporation is a privately held company headquartered in Foxboro, Mass. and can be reached at www.axeda.com.

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    Erin Smith               Megan Boyaval
    Axeda Corporation        Corporate Ink
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SOURCE Axeda Corporation