Berlin/Munich/Tel Aviv/Soest, April 1, 2004 – The German Internet Service Provider Inter.net Germany GmbH, based in Berlin, is the first ISP in Germany to offer an online backup service coupled with a loss-of-data insurance policy. In the framework of a cooperation with Inter.net Germany GmbH, Allianz Versicherungs AG is making available to customers of the Inter.net online backup product suitable insurance coverage. The online backup solution itself was developed by BIS Advanced Software Systems Ltd. in Tel Aviv and is already being offered in Israel by a leading ISP.
Using the Inter.net online backup service business and residential customers of Inter.net Germany (in Berlin familiar by the brand name "snafu“) can secure their data on a backup server maintained by Inter.net Germany and BIS. The process is secure and automatic and is triggered in regular intervals. In addition to the QBU software of BIS, customers only require a Internet connection, e.g. ISDN or DSL. The QBU solution requires less bandwidth than other online backup solutions and offers a user-friendly interface for the end-user.
In connection with the 3. Berlin-Brandenburg Enterprise- and IT-Security Conference (Ludwig Erhard Haus, Berlin, Feb. 18, 2004) Inter.net Germany will present its online backup service as part of an integrated Internet security solution for small- and medium-sized companies. (Additional information on this conference is found at www.timekontor.de.)
"Together with BIS and Allianz we are introducing an innovative service bundle to the German market, which so far has not existed in this combination“ said Jorn Lubkoll, Managing Director of Inter.net Germany GmbH. “Our customers can now rest assured that their data can be recovered in case of loss, without significant expenditures in time and cost. And should there be a “worst case” scenario where data cannot be recovered, then our customers can receive a certain compensation through the Allianz loss-of-data insurance.”
"We are delighted to have developed a cooperation in the German market with Allianz and Inter.net Germany and believe our QBU backup solution to be a very efficient solution, which renders the regular backup of data (and data recovery) much easier for the customer" said Moti Miron, CEO of BIS Advanced Software Systems Ltd.
Allianz is represented in this agreement by the broker Mr. Hanan Hefter who is responsible for insurance coverages.
The cooperation of these three partners is supported by Aladdin Knowledge Systems (NASDAQ: ALDN), which is providing an additional eToken security feature to the online backup service, and One2Connect b.v., an international consultancy specializing in cross-border business development. “When we accepted the assignment of BIS in 2003 we knew it was a winner. Online backup services fills a hole for both ISP and customers. It’s a win-win situation for all involved. Goes without saying that I am extremely pleased that Inter.net Germany and Allianz Versicherungs AG are the first to offer the unique BIS value proposition to the German market” said Clark Parsons, Regional Vice President, Germany, of One2Connect b.v.
Additional information is available at www.de.inter.net.
About Inter.net Germany GmbH
Inter.net Germany GmbH is a Berlin-based Internet Service Provider and the German subsidiary of Inter.net Global LLC, an international group of ISPs in 12 countries (of which 4 are based in Europe).
We offer integrated Internet- and IT-solutions for small- and medium companies, including various security solutions, including firewalls, Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions, secure wireless LAN systems, and secure Web-server and eCommerce solutions.
More information on Inter.net Germany GmbH and our product range is available at www.de.inter.net. For our international affiliates please visit www.inter.net.
Press Contact:
Arne Voh
Inter.net Germany GmbH
Tel.: +49 (0) 30- 25430-230
Fax: +49 (0) 30- 25430-699
Email: presse@de.inter.net
About BIS
BIS Advanced Software Systems is a leading provider of advanced data connectivity and transfer solutions for the enterprise environment. Flagship products include InterEST™, a revolutionary software solution for enabling coporations to cost-effectively integrate new applications with legacy systems, and QBU, a comprehensive mobile data management solution. QBU™ a quick backup service, and QDL™ quick download module for managing software updates and content on mobile devices.
Established in 1988, BIS has been developing innovations that set the standards in systems communication technology for over 16 years. The Net-Pass™ solution, a breakthrough technology for mainframe application access, which BIS launched in 1988, continues to be integrated by multinational corporations worldwide including Sony, Philips, General Electric, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, Prudential, Chemical Bank, BP Oil, and SAP.
More information on B.I.S. Advanced Software Systems LTD. and our product range is available at www.bis-solutions.com
Press Contact:
Marketing Manager,
Hillel Horovitz
B.I.S. Advanced Software Systems LTD.
Tel.: +972 (0) 3- 693-8717
Fax.: +972 (0) 3- 693-8716
Email: Hillel@bis-solutions.com
About Aladdin
Aladdin is a global leader in securing digital content, from applications software to Internet use and access. Aladdins products include: HASP and Hardlock, software security systems that protect the revenues of developers and publishers; Privilege, a software licensing platform for the Internet; the eSafe line of anti-vandal, anti-virus and proactive content filtering software for PCs and networks connected to the Internet; and eToken for Internet security and authentication. Aladdin serves its customers through eight offices located in the worlds major software markets, as well as through a network of 50 distributors serving more than 100 countries. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.eAladdin.com.
About One2Connect
One2Connect is the leading business development organization world wide. With a presence in 18 countries, covering 4 continents, One2Connect offers emerging technology companies focus on their sales business, utilizing the skills of industries “best of breed” sales professionals available.
We are able to offer our services at a fraction of the costs to our customers, as compared to them doing it themselves. This makes it the quickest and most cost effective solution at the lowest risk to our clients.
More information on One2Connect and our services is available at www.one2connect.nl