DCI Expects to Reach Hundreds of New Customers With Branded iPlanet Systems
Integration Services and Hosting Solutions
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Decision Consultants, Inc.
(DCI), a leading Information Technology service provider and iPlanet
E-Commerce Solutions, a Sun-Netscape Alliance, today announced that DCI plans
to leverage the iPlanet software portfolio to build a major worldwide Internet
business practice focused on delivering services to help small and medium
sized enterprises quickly deploy cutting edge e-commerce solutions to
participate in the Net Economy.
The new business practice will make it possible for DCI to better respond
to the client's needs, providing both applications hosting solutions and
expert on-site systems integration services.
Decision Consultant's new e-commerce practice will offer branded "iPlanet
Systems Integration Solutions" that leverage iPlanet's portfolio of e-commerce
applications and Internet infrastructure software including iPlanet
Application Server, iPlanet BillerXpert, iPlanet BuyerXpert, iPlanet
Certificate Management Server, iPlanet Directory Server, iPlanet ECXpert,
iPlanet SellerXpert and iPlanet TradingXpert. The applications provide both
the building blocks and specific capabilities that small and medium sized
companies need to establish an Internet business solution. DCI will help them
quickly deploy their e-commerce solution in a competitive environment where
timing is critical to success.
"We are at the dawn of the Internet Century in which every company
including small and medium sized businesses must have a robust e-commerce
solution if they expect to stay competitive," said Steve Savignano, senior
vice president and general manager of iPlanet's e-commerce applications
division. "Through our relationship with DCI, we are making it simple and
painless for companies to implement a state-of-the-art Internet business
solution that will place them ahead of the pack."
"Our worldwide e-commerce practice is enabling small and medium sized
business clients to dramatically enhance their competitive business model and
level the playing field," said Jack Krasula, chairman and chief executive
officer of DCI. "Now with the iPlanet e-commerce solutions, we have created
the door through which our clients can quickly pass to truly become an
Internet business."
DCI also plans to offer application hosting services with the iPlanet
portfolio through which small and medium sized businesses can "rent" an
Internet-ready solution on a monthly basis. This model will provide a one-
stop shop for all of the client's e-commerce needs with a pricing structure
that they can easily afford.
Estimated to reach hundreds of new small and medium sized business clients
and represent at least $50 million in new revenue, the new e-commerce practice
will establish DCI as one of the largest integrators of iPlanet applications.
DCI plans to dedicate nearly 100 trained consultants with a vast knowledge of
iPlanet software and the Internet playing field to enable clients to implement
their iPlanet e-commerce solutions.
About iPlanet E-Commerce Solutions
iPlanet E-Commerce Solutions, a Sun-Netscape Alliance, was established in
March 1999 by America Online, Inc. and Sun Microsystems, Inc. to provide
easy-to-deploy, comprehensive e-commerce solutions for the Net Economy.
iPlanet E-Commerce Solutions provides the industry's broadest portfolio of
Internet infrastructure and e-commerce applications software and services.
The iPlanet Messaging, Directory, Web and Application Server software all
enjoy #1 market share positions. The portfolio includes award-winning
applications for Strategic Internet Procurement, Internet Trading Communities,
Internet Bill Presentment and Payment and Internet Selling. For more
information, consult the iPlanet E-Commerce Solutions Web site at
http://www.iplanet.com or call 888-786-8111.
NOTE: Sun, Sun Microsystems, the Sun Logo and iPlanet are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other
countries. Netscape and the Netscape N logo are registered trademarks of
Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Other
Netscape logos, product names, and service names are also trademarks of
Netscape Communications Corporation, which may be registered in other
countries.
About Decision Consultants, Inc.
Decision Consultants, Inc is a premier Information Technology services
provider, primarily to Fortune 1000 companies. The company is headquartered
in Southfield, Mich., with 10 regional offices and 7 Performance Centers
throughout the U.S. and more than 1,800 employees. DCI's core services
include:
-- Delivery Management -- includes PMI certified professionals operating
under stringent SEI guidelines to implement successful IT projects.
-- Application Management -- designs, builds, delivers and support IT
systems.
-- Enabling Technology Solutions -- Specialty technology practices that
yield competitive business advantages and includes eBusiness, Data
Management, IT Architecture, and Help Desk among others.
-- Integrated Testing -- produces higher quality applications in less
time, at reduced cost, with improved reliability.
DCI delivers results based on client preference, ranging from individuals
with specific subject matter expertise to teams with full project delivery
responsibility.
SOURCE Sun-Netscape Alliance
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CONTACT:
Dick Spies, Public Relations of Decision
Consultants, Inc., 248-352-8790, or dick.spies@dcicorp.com; or
Kristen Hyland of iPlanet E- Commerce Solutions, 650-937-6053, or
kristenh@netscape.com
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