Date: Thu, 31 May 2001 13:31:47 -0600 From: IBM e-business and Software News Alert Subject: IBM e-business and Software News Alert, 2001 Issue 15 IBM e-business and Software News Alert 2001 Issue 15 31 May 2001 ---------------------------------------------------- Web Version of This Newsletter IBM* e-business and Software News Alert is on the Web at http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/ . ---------------------------------------------------- Subscription and Cancellation Instructions You are subscribed as xxxxatyyyyy . Subscription and cancellation instructions are at the end of this newsletter. ---------------------------------------------------- Top Stories in This Issue All IBM Product Lines to Offer Wireless, with New Devices, Servers, Software, Services, Partners under "Everywhere Computing" New, WebSphere Software Doubles Performance of BEA at Same Cost; New Tools Aid Developer Productivity under "e-business Software Platforms" IBM WebSphere Application Server V4.0 Has Full, Web Services Integration, Enhanced Java Support under "Server Middleware" Lotus Domino Extended Search 3.5 Provides a Single Point of Access to Information on Disparate Systems under "Data, Content, and Knowledge Management" Breakthrough IBM WebSphere Voice Server Technology Brings Voice to e-business under "Voice Systems" ---------------------------------------------------- Everywhere Computing -------------------- All IBM Product Lines to Offer Wireless, with New Devices, Servers, Software, Services, Partners http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/wlspl/ IBM will have the industry's first, all-wireless line of products and services. IBM is wirelessly enabling ThinkPad* notebook computers, pervasive devices, and servers, and is providing software, support, and services for mobile computing. Also, IBM will enable its 90,000 Business Partners to develop and sell wireless solutions. (Also see next 3 items) New, Wireless, IBM ThinkPad Systems and IBM WorkPads http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/212.phtml New, IBM ThinkPad A22m models extend wireless capability with notebooks that can connect over a modem, Ethernet, or wireless IEEE 802.11b LAN. For ThinkPads without built-in wireless capability, users can add an optional PC Card. Also, two new, IBM WorkPads* come with Lotus EasySync** Pro and IBM DB2* Everywhere Personal Edition. IBM Instant Wireless LAN Service Expands Productivity of Mobile Workforce http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/213.phtml IBM's new Instant Wireless LAN Service provides a wireless infrastructure for getting unplugged. The service sets up broadband, wireless, local area networks inside buildings, to give mobile users high-speed connections with their mobile devices. IBM Offers Broadest Wireless Server Capabilities for Remote Management and Customer Transactions http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/215.phtml IBM e(logo)server* Wireless Remote Management technology lets system administrators control elaborate networks using portable devices. Also, customers can use WebSphere* software across the IBM e(logo)server family to process transactions, or to access content from wireless devices. IBM MicroPortable Data/Video Projector "Plugs and Projects" Up to 30 Feet without Dimming Lights http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/dvprj/ The new, IBM MicroPortable* Data/Video Projector, weighing just three pounds, can be used with most notebook and/or desktop computers for high-quality presentations. It projects images up to 30 feet. The light image is so bright that there is no need to dim room lights during a presentation. e-business Software Platforms ----------------------------- New, WebSphere Software Doubles Performance of BEA at Same Cost; New Tools Offer Total Environment http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/appserv/pr_version4.html IBM's new, WebSphere Version 4.0 e-infrastructure software handles twice the number of transactions as BEA, for the same cost. WebSphere Application Server 4.0 has enhanced infrastructure and transaction integration, adaptability, and ease of use. Also, new tools provide a total development environment for WebSphere software. New, Prepackaged WebSphere Software Improves Integration, Customer Experience, Mobile Access http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/appserv/pr_offerings.html New, prepackaged, IBM WebSphere infrastructure software includes WebSphere Business Integrator 2.1, to manage processes among diverse computing systems; WebSphere User Experience 1.1, to build more personalized Web sites; and WebSphere Everyplace Access 1.1, to deliver Web content to new devices, anytime, anywhere. IBM WebSphere User Experience Offering Builds Web Sites that Attract, Engage, and Retain Users http://www.ibm.com/software/info/websphere/solutions/offerings/experience.html With the IBM WebSphere User Experience Offering, e-businesses can quickly build dynamic Web sites that attract, engage, and retain users with high- quality content and applications. The offering provides personalization, site analysis, content management, and portal server technology, and it includes sample Web site code and documentation. The Many WebSphere Software Platform Solutions for Dynamic e-business http://www.ibm.com/software/info/websphere/products0530.html On a single Web page, see the full list of IBM products for the WebSphere software platform -- foundation products, foundation extensions, and application accelerators. New, IBM Paper: Managing Web Site Performance http://www7b.boulder.ibm.com/wsdd/library/techarticles/hvws/manage_perf.html Fine-tuning Web site performance involves all infrastructure components, from the browser to the database servers and legacy systems. A new paper introduces a methodology for managing end-to-end infrastructure performance, and identifies best practices and tools to implement the methodology. WebSphere Solution Finder: A WebSphere Software Solution for What You Want to Achieve http://www.ibm.com/software/info/websphere/solutions/finder_newII.html (uppercase required as shown) IBM WebSphere software has something for everyone. Find a WebSphere solution that will let you: Stay on top of the competition; shorten development cycles; enhance customer experience; provide high Web site availability; integrate business processes; provide customer loyalty through relationship management; or conduct e-commerce. Server Middleware ----------------- IBM WebSphere Application Server V4.0 Has Full, Web Services Integration, Enhanced Java Support http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/appserv/ IBM WebSphere Application Server V4.0 provides an e-business application environment that offers transaction management, security, clustering, performance, availability, connectivity, and scalability. V4.0 features full Web services integration, Java 2** Enterprise Edition certification, Enterprise JavaBeans** and database support, and performance enhancements. Data, Content, and Knowledge Management --------------------------------------- Lotus Domino Extended Search 3.5 Provides a Single Point of Access to Information on Disparate Systems http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/exs35/ Lotus Domino** Extended Search 3.5 provides distributed, heterogeneous searching across Notes/Domino domains, legacy data stores, and the Internet -- without needing to know the details of all these sources. The result is a single point of access, from the Web or Lotus Notes**, to various data sources, without requiring a central index. Lotus, PeopleSoft to Deliver Enterprise Knowledge Management for Service Organizations http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/ppsft/ The integration of Lotus' knowledge management products (Discovery Server**, Quickplace**, and Sametime**) with PeopleSoft's Enterprise Service Automation** will allow a service organization's customers, suppliers, and employees to share knowledge about activities and deliverables throughout a project's life cycle. DB2 Enterprise Extended Edition V7.2 Sets Benchmark Record at 1000GB Scale Factor http://www.ibm.com/software/data/db2/benchmarks/051401.html IBM DB2 UDB Enterprise Extended Edition V7.2, running on Sun Solaris** 8, has set the first 1000GB TPC-H** benchmark result on a midrange system. The TPC-H benchmark indicates real-world performance in data warehousing. IBM Data Management Tools Enhanced for DB2 and IMS http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-162 (uppercase required as shown) New tools and functions further complement IBM DB2 Universal Database for OS/390*, and IMS*. DB2 Bind Manager for z/OS* V2 offers new, DBRM management. DB2 Path Checker, now separated from Bind Manager, assesses whether a bind of a DBRM will change an access path. IMS HD Compression Extended for z/OS V2 and IMS Connect for OS/390 provide fixes. Four IBM DB2 Customers Win 2001 "Best Practices in Data Warehousing" Awards http://www.dw-institute.com/pr/pr-bestpractices2001.html Four IBM DB2 customers -- Experian Automotive Information Services, National Basketball Association, Bank of Montreal, and Florida Hospital -- have won 2001 Best Practices in Data Warehousing Awards from the Data Warehousing Institute. The awards signify innovative solutions with best practices that can be used by others. Lotus Wins Basex Excellence Award for Knowledge Management http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/awdkm/ Lotus has received the Basex Excellence Award for Knowledge Management, which recognizes all-around excellence for a product or service, launched in Q1 this year, that makes a noteworthy contribution to the industry. Voice Systems ------------- Breakthrough IBM WebSphere Voice Server Technology Brings Voice to e-business http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/enterprise/ep_1.html IBM's breakthrough voice technology for e-business features WebSphere Voice Server* with ViaVoice* Technology V1.5, WebSphere Voice Server for DirectTalk*, WebSphere Voice Server Software Developer Kit, and Custom Services. (Also see next 3 items) IBM WebSphere Voice Server with ViaVoice Technology V1.5 Comes in Four Language Versions http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/enterprise/wsvs-vt.html IBM WebSphere Voice Server with ViaVoice Technology V1.5 uses industry-standard VoiceXML technology to deliver voice applications within a Voice-over-IP network infrastructure. V1.5 comes in US and UK English, French, and German versions. IBM WebSphere Voice Server for DirectTalk Integrates Web and Phone Access to Business Data http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/enterprise/wsvs-dt.html IBM WebSphere Voice Server for DirectTalk makes it possible to create integrated Web and telephone self-service access to business data and processes. It enables interactive voice response applications written in VoiceXML to run on IBM DirectTalk for AIX* and DirectTalk for Windows**. IBM WebSphere Translation Server Offering Helps Businesses to Overcome Language Barriers http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/enterprise/wts-offer.html The IBM WebSphere Translation Server Offering provides regional licenses and services, enabling businesses to overcome language barriers on the Web. IBM will provide installation, configuration, and training services; analyze customer content; and deliver subject-specific dictionaries to ensure more accurate translation. Business Integration / Resource Planning ---------------------------------------- WebSphere MQ: Next Step in MQSeries Revolution http://www.ibm.com/software/ts/mqseries/news/mqrebranding.html IBM MQSeries* is being rebranded WebSphere MQ. Already an integral part of the WebSphere software platform for e-business, MQSeries will have even tighter association with WebSphere in the future. Application Development / Java ------------------------------ IBM WebSphere Studio V4.0, a Team Environment for Organizing and Managing Web Development Projects http://www.ibm.com/software/webservers/studio/about.html IBM WebSphere Studio V4.0 delivers a complete set of Web development tools that offer performance, portability, and lower maintenance. V4.0 has new Web services wizards, more support for pervasive devices, support for WebSphere Portal Server 3.5, and new support for JSP 1.1 and Servlet 2.2. DOWNLOAD: IBM WebSphere Voice Server Software Developer Kit http://www.ibm.com/software/speech/enterprise/ep_11.html Download the IBM WebSphere Voice Server Software Developer Kit, to create and test voice-enabled Web applications using VoiceXML technology. With these tools and the IBM WebSphere Voice Server, developers can make Internet applications accessible from many wireline or wireless devices. DOWNLOAD: IBM VisualAge Smalltalk Enterprise V5.5.2 http://www.ibm.com/software/ad/smalltalk/ IBM VisualAge* Smalltalk Enterprise V5.5.2 has updates to XML support, version 3.1 of the Ultra Lightweight Client, an IBM Smalltalk image, better WebSphere and Java** integration, and support for new releases of several products and technologies. New, Lotus Domino Zone on WebSphere Developer Domain http://www.ibm.com/websphere/developer/zones/lotus/ The new Lotus Domino zone on WebSphere Developer Domain can help you to develop enterprise applications in the form of collaborative commerce services. Combining Lotus Domino and IBM WebSphere Application Server lets you create dynamic, large- scale, Web sites for e-commerce. IBM Software Mall Available in Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea http://www.developer.ibm.com/welcome/softmall.html The IBM Software Mall is now available in Australia, China, India, Japan, and South Korea. The mall is an online ordering system that commercial members of PartnerWorld* for Developers can use to obtain the latest levels of IBM software products at exceptionally low prices. Tune Your IBM Developer Kit for Linux V1.3 for Faster Java Application Performance http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/ibm/library/i-tuning/ A new, IBM paper tells how to build faster Java applications using the IBM Developer Kit for Linux V1.3. Hands-on instruction tells how to profile, monitor, and performance-tune not only your IBM Developer Kit, but your hardware capacity, the Linux 2.2.x kernel, and your Java applications. Linux ----- UPDATED: Linux Community Development System Offers Complimentary Mainframe Access to Linux Developers http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/lxcds/ IBM offers independent software developers complimentary access to the ultimate tool for writing Linux software applications -- the IBM e(logo)server zSeries* mainframe. IBM's Linux Community Development System gives developers their own virtual mainframe running Linux, as well as space on an IBM Shark storage subsystem. DOWNLOAD: IBM VisualAge Smalltalk Linux Preview http://www.ibm.com/software/ad/smalltalk/downloads/readlin.html Download the preview of IBM VisualAge Smalltalk for Linux, which provides Linux support for selected portions of VisualAge Smalltalk 5.5.2. The preview features the VisualAge base, Web connection, and XML support, plus the Smalltalk socket communications interface, trailblazer, XML communications, and XML parser. IBM Ships Powerful, New, Linux- Enabled Servers for the Midmarket http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/lxmmk/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) New, IBM e(logo)server iSeries* systems for the midmarket come with OS/400* V5R1 and native support for Linux in a logical partition. A single iSeries server supports up to 31 Linux partitions. IBM Supercomputer, Running Linux, Helps WesternGeco to Speed the Search for Oil http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/252.phtml WesternGeco, a seismic acquisition, processing, and reservoir imaging firm, will use an IBM Linux supercomputer to help oil companies to find new reserves. The supercomputer will consist of 256 IBM e(logo)server systems, all running Linux. IBM, Fujitsu, Hitachi, NEC Commit to Enhance Linux Enterprise Capabilities http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/lxent/ IBM, Fujitsu, Hitachi, and NEC will work within the Linux community to help Linux to mature. The companies will develop open-source projects to drive Linux further into enterprises. Security / Privacy ------------------ Tivoli SecureWay Global Sign-On V3.7 Enhancements for Sun Solaris, Windows 2000, and Developers http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-158 (uppercase required as shown) Tivoli SecureWay** Global Sign-On (GSO) provides seamless access to network resources, reduces security risks, and reduces help-desk costs associated with password management. GSO V3.7 enhancements include support for Sun Solaris 7 and 8 as a server, support for Windows 2000** as a client, and an enhanced Software Developer's Kit. Web Broadcast on 14 June: "Quickly Deploying Secure e-business Initiatives" http://www.tivoli.com/news/emedia/webcasts/2001/6_14security.html Join a Web broadcast on 14 June, "Quickly Deploying Secure e-business Initiatives", to hear how the Tivoli Security Solution helps companies to secure their applications quickly. Topics include e-business security trends, security issues from the customer perspective, and an overview of the Tivoli Security Solution. Bank of Ireland Chooses Tivoli Security and Privacy Management Software http://www.tivoli.com/news/press/pressreleases/en/2001/0523_bofi.html Tivoli will provide security and privacy management software for upcoming Bank of Ireland business applications. Tivoli SecureWay** Policy Director and Tivoli SecureWay Privacy Manager will deliver highly secure systems that guarantee consumer privacy, and control employee, business partner, and customer access to bank systems. Collaboration ------------- NEC Computers to Bundle Lotus' Messaging and Collaboration Platform for Small / Medium Business http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/exp58/ For the small- and medium-sized enterprise market, NEC Computers will bundle Lotus' messaging and collaboration platform with its EXPRESS5800** servers. Initially, NEC will offer Lotus iNotes** Web client and Domino R5 application server, with more Lotus products to be bundled later. DOWNLOAD: Beta 2 of Rnext, the Next Feature Release of Lotus Notes/Domino http://notes.net/rnext (no final slash) Download beta 2 of Rnext, the next feature release of Lotus Notes and Domino. Beta 2 has soft deletions and Internet style forwarding for mail; ability to print the group scheduler and framesets as seen on screen; a new servlet engine and HTTP server for W32; and a new, Java-based, programming model for Web applications. New York Times: IBM Meets with 52,600 Employees -- Virtually -- through WorldJam http://www.nytimes.com/2001/05/28/technology/28BLUE.html (registration required) (uppercase required as shown) From The New York Times: IBM's recent WorldJam, a marathon brainstorming session held in cyberspace, enticed 52,600 IBM employees to generate more than 6,000 proposals and comments. WorldJam's marriage of technology and management went far beyond any previous test of using the Internet to share information within giant organizations. The Many Ways that Domino Empowers People for e-business http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/ldway/ The unique capabilities and flexibility of Lotus Domino enables businesses to respond rapidly to new opportunities. Read how six companies have found creative ways to use Domino for e-business messaging and collaboration solutions that are flexible, innovative, and "human". For Business Partners --------------------- Revised, IBM Business Partner Charter Keeps Pace with Marketplace Changes http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/bpcht/ IBM has updated its Business Partner Charter to meet the evolution of the e-business marketplace, and to acknowledge the role that Business Partners play in developing and delivering IT solutions. In the charter, IBM commits to provide Business Partners the skills, knowledge, and technologies for delivering the best e-business solutions. New, IBM Resources for Wireless Developer Partners http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/214.phtml IBM has expanded its wireless offerings to its 90,000 Business Partner companies, including 58,000 developer partners. New IBM resources for wireless developers include mobile computing centers in Helsinki, Finland, and near Boston; wireless access to IBM PartnerWorld services via AvantGo**; and wireless tools, tips, and code at IBM developerWorks* and alphaWorks*. Preview for IBM Business Partners: IBM WebSphere Studio Workbench http://www.ibm.com/software/ad/workbench/ IBM WebSphere Studio Workbench Tech Preview gives IBM Business Partners a comprehensive, Web tool development environment. WebSphere Studio Workbench allows tool builders to integrate teams, assets, and other workbench-based products, so that users can make their tools work together. PartnerWorld News Debuts Online http://www.ibm.com/partnerworld/marketing/pmrktng.nsf/weblook/news.html PartnerWorld News is the new, monthly, online, news magazine for IBM Business Partners. The first edition covers the new, IBM Business Partner Charter; Linux for IBM Business Partners; and co-marketing programs such as Campaign Designer, BP Events, and BP Connections. IBM e(logo)server ----------------- New, IBM e(logo)server xSeries Thin Servers, and Internet Caching Appliances, Speed Web Delivery http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/web5x/ The new, IBM e(logo)server xSeries* 300 thin server and the new series of IBM Internet Caching Appliances provide up to a five-fold increase in the speed of delivering Web content. The x300 has self-healing tools that can help to predict and repair software failures before they happen. Operating Systems ----------------- IBM z/VM V4 Supports Linux-Based Workloads; Per-Engine Pricing Reduces Computing Costs http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-163 (uppercase required as shown) IBM z/VM* Version 4 supports IBM Integrated Facility for Linux processor features for Linux- based workloads. A z/VM guest can run hundreds of Linux images. The enhanced, VM Control Program improves performance of networking devices and virtual storage management for Linux guests. Also, new, per-engine pricing reduces computing costs. More links are at http://www.ibm.com/vm/zvm410/ . IBM Fault Analyzer for z/OS and OS/390 V2, and IBM File Manager for z/OS and OS/390 V2 http://www.ibm.com/ibmlink/usalets&parms=H_201-164 (uppercase required as shown) IBM Fault Analyzer for z/OS and OS/390* V2 helps to find a cause of failure, and aids in resolving the problem. V2R1 supports CICS* system abends and MQSeries application abends. IBM File Manager for z/OS and OS/390 V2 lets programmers manipulate data using COBOL and PL/I record layouts in batch and online. V2 supports DB2 and IMS databases. Life Sciences ------------- IBM DiscoveryLink: A System for Integrated Access to Life Sciences Data http://www.ibm.com/research/journal/sj/402/haas.html A new paper describes how the IBM DiscoveryLink* solution can integrate access to life sciences data from heterogeneous data sources. The paper focuses on two key elements, the wrapper architecture and query optimizer. IBM, MDS Proteomics Form blueprint WORLDWIDE INC., to Use Biomolecular Data to Speed Drug Discovery http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/bluww/ IBM and MDS Proteomics have formed blueprint WORLDWIDE INC., a non-profit organization poised to become the definitive source of biomolecular interaction data, used in developing new drugs. BIOQuebec and IBM Canada to Accelerate Shift to Bioinformatics in Quebec http://www.ibm.com/solutions/lifesciences/bioq.html BIOQuebec and IBM Canada will offer Quebec biotech firms better access to leading-edge equipment and the latest bioinformatics solutions, for research on the human genome and proteins. Devgen, IBM Analyze Genomic Data to Identify New Drug Targets http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/elegn/ Devgen NV has deployed IBM technology to conduct genetic research on a microscopic roundworm, which will help to identify new drug targets and leads for human diseases such as diabetes, depression, obesity, and others. Devgen is using a cluster of IBM systems running Linux and AIX. Consulting Services ------------------- From The Standard: IBM to Manage Fiat's Technology Infrastructure in US$6.2 Billion, Multi-Year Deal http://www.thestandard.com/article/0,1902,24653,00.html From The Standard: In a deal worth US$6.2 billion over several years, IBM will manage Fiat's technology infrastructure, develop applications for Fiat, and oversee 2,600 consultants working for the European automaker. IBM to Manage NTL's Technology Services in US$2 Billion, 11-Year Deal http://www.ibm.com/news/2001/05/25.phtml In a deal worth US$2 billion over 11 years, NTL Inc., a broadband communications company, has chosen IBM to manage its technology services in the United Kingdom and Ireland. NTL will be able to size its IT needs and resources dynamically to generate further savings over time. ITSMA Research Finds IBM Global Services Dominates CXO Awareness in e-business Professional Services http://www.itsma.com/press/newsfromitsma/052901pr.htm ITSMA's Professional Services and e-Business Solutions: CXO Brand Awareness Study, May 2001, says IBM Global Services leads in unaided brand awareness, and is top-rated in client preference for e-business solutions. When asked to name any e-business solutions provider, two thirds of the CXOs cited IBM Global Services. Customer Relationship Management -------------------------------- IBM, i2 Technologies Offer Supplier Relationship Management Solution for High-Tech Industry http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/i2scm/ (URL redirects to i2 Technologies site) IBM and i2 Technologies will provide services and software for supplier relationship management (SRM) in the high-tech industry. i2 will provide its SRM** solutions for strategic design, design and manufacturing collaboration, and procurement. IBM will offer business transformation consulting services, implementation services, hardware and middleware technology, and financing. Industry Solutions ------------------ Solo Golf Follows Through with CATIA Solutions to Design Space-Age Golf Clubs http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/slglf/ CATIA** Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes have enabled Solo Golf's engineers to reduce new golf club product development time by 75 percent and to cut design costs by up to 60 percent. Cardianove Uses CATIA to Shave Two Years From Development Time of Life-Saving Heart Pump http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/cnove/ Cardianove has designed the world's smallest, life-saving, heart pump using CATIA Solutions from IBM and Dassault Systemes. Cardianove also used CATIA to run three-dimensional simulations to ensure that the pump will meet testing requirements. By using CATIA, Cardianove shaved two years off the normal development schedule. IBM Joins Insurance Industry Standards Group ACORD http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/insgp/ (URL redirects to Internet Wire site) IBM has joined the Association for Cooperative Operations Research and Development (ACORD), the insurance industry's nonprofit standards group. IBM will help to map ACORD standards to IBM's Insurance Application Architecture, which gives insurers a structure for their data. ibm.com Commerce ---------------- Get 10 Percent Off Selected IBM Software by Using Software Download from ibm.com http://www.ibm.com/software/events/esd/r4 (no final slash) Get a 10 percent discount off selected IBM software that you order via software download on ibm.com. Place your order online, then download it directly to your computer at your convenience. Digital delivery costs less and, through 24 July, selected software has a 10 percent discount. Sports ------ IBM Offers Unprecedented Wireless Access to Official Roland Garros 2001 Tennis Web Site http://www.ibm.com/uk/news/uk512.html IBM has expanded wireless access to the official Roland Garros 2001 Web site, which IBM designed, produces, and hosts. Throughout the tournament, until 10 June, tennis fans worldwide can see real-time results, match and player statistics, and the latest news via WAP-based, wireless, mobile phones and hand-held devices. (Also see next item) With IBM and Rolandgarros.com, It's Tennis Anywhere, Anytime http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/fopen/ (URL redirects to Roland Garros Web site) The combination of IBM and Roland Garros brings fans, through rolandgarros.com, the magic of the complete Roland Garros experience. The site replicates the thrill of watching the world's best tennis players live in Paris. e-commerce ---------- IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite Powers New B2B and B2C Sites around the World http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/wcs35/ (URL redirects to PR Newswire site) More than 35 new customers worldwide are using IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite (WCS) V5.1 for their e-commerce infrastructure. To handle multicultural e-commerce, WCS 5.1 supports region-specific sales tax and shipping rules, customized product catalogs, and localized pricing and payments. Wenger Corp. Brings Self-Service to Customers with Lotus Domino and IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite http://www.ibm.com/software/news-alert/20010531/wgrss/ Using IBM WebSphere Commerce Suite and Lotus Domino for AS/400*, Wenger Corp. created a self- service, e-commerce Web site for music educators and performers. The site streamlines sales and enables business growth. Product Support --------------- IBM e-care for Customers Offers Personalization, Language Translation, Advanced Search Technology http://www.ibm.com/software/support/ Providing e-care for customers, IBM's software support portal now offers personalization and dynamic language translation. Also, users can now get current IBM technical information by using search technology that provides comprehensive, filtered information in a consistent format. e-business ---------- e-business Overview: Infrastructure, e-commerce, e-care, Business Intelligence, Chain Management http://www.ibm.com/e-business/overview/ Doing e-business right requires a scalable, reliable, secure foundation -- servers, software, middleware, and worldwide consulting services -- supported by a robust infrastructure. Get an overview of e-business infrastructure, e-commerce, e-customer service, business intelligence, and supply chain management, and how IBM can help. Technology Doesn't Innovate, People Do. Who Do You Need? http://www.ibm.com/e-business/event/innovations.html Whether you integrate your IT infrastructure, or develop an e-business model, IBM can help. A new, Web page groups solutions, case studies, and other resources that demonstrate what IBM people who get it, and people who get it done, can do for you. More than 20,000 e-business Projects Worldwide: IBM e-business Solutions and Case Studies http://www.ibm.com/e-business/ IBM has completed more than 20,000 e-business projects worldwide. Select your business area, or your industry, to see IBM e-business solutions and case studies that show how IBM does it, and how IBM can do it for you. IBM Events ---------- DB2 and Business Intelligence Technical Conference, 1 - 5 October in Orlando http://www.ibm.com/services/learning/conf/us/db2/ At the DB2 and Business Intelligence Technical Conference, 1 - 5 October in Orlando, select from more than 300 elective sessions about DB2 Version 7, DB2 for business intelligence, DB2 for notebook computing, and DB2 interactions with strategic technologies and other IBM middleware products. General News ------------ At Notre Dame, IBM CEO Cites Life Sciences and Information Technology as "Game-Changing" http://www.ibm.com/lvg/0521.phtml In his commencement address at the University of Notre Dame, IBM CEO Lou Gerstner said two game-changing revolutions are happening in life sciences and networked information technology. 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