Apr 21, 2008

S3 Edge Launches Ground-Breaking Suite of Applications to Enable Enterprise-Wide Real Time Visibility Systems
Source: www.prnewswire.com

DREAM VALLEY, HYDERABAD, India, April 21 /PRNewswire/ -- S3 Edge, an independent software vendor, founded by previous Microsoft employees has announced the availability of a new category of applications called RTVS (Real Time Visibility Systems). S3 RTVS will provide cost-effective solutions on Microsoft BizTalk Server RFID to allow business processes to seamlessly incorporate visibility from the physical world into their decision making. S3's core focus will be on closed loop asset tracking and warehouse visibility in addition to providing solutions for comprehensive connectivity and management of various mobile and fixed readers on Microsoft BizTalk Server.

Built on the enterprise-proven Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006 R2, the S3 RTVS portfolio of applications enable rich RFID driven human workflows for the mobile worker during warehouse operations, while providing structured business processes at the 'hub' a seamless way to consume and act on RFID data from mobile hand-helds in real time. In addition, S3's RTVS suite of applications also provides robust plug and play solutions for various fixed and mobile readers with out of the box connectivity solutions for devices
from Motorola, Intermec, Unitech and Kenetics.

The S3 RTVS suite has found ready acceptance in the pharmaceutical supply chain. Pharmaceutical operations are complex and cumbersome due to batch specificity, expiry date, seasonal fluctuations and new product introductions. S3's Self Organizing Shelves technology built on the S3 RTVS suite of applications, enables products in the warehouse to be organized in real time, based on velocity and value. This increases the speed and
accuracy of the warehouse fulfillment process.

"Products of S3 Edge, in conjunction with BizTalk RFID Mobile enable RiteCare Pharmacy to obtain real time visibility into warehouse operations. Driving maximum value out of technology investments is very critical for low- margin retail pharmacy business. We are very happy with the ROI profile of S3 RTVS," said Mr. Seshu Guddanti, Managing Director of RiteCare Pharmacy (India), a Hyderabad-based in-store pharma retail chain. "S3Edge's capability, and established strategic partnership with Microsoft allowed RiteCare Pharmacy to envision, design and implement gamechanging business processes. We believe that these processes enabled RiteCare Pharmacy to fulfill our promise of quality pharmacy in every neighborhood with accurate and just-in-time inventory. We look forward to continue and expand our relationship with the S3 team," he added.

"S3's mission is real-time visualization of physical processes within and across enterprises. This gives customers the ability to connect business processes through BizTalk Server RFID, with the physical-world and obtain real-visibility, in real-time," said Ram Venkatesh, CEO of S3Edge Software Pvt. Ltd. "Our core focus of providing easy deployment of solutions across verticals with low total cost of ownership (TCO) will be the key differentiator in enabling mass adoption of robust RFID solutions for the enterprise", he surmised.

"Microsoft along with partners like S3, can move the conversation from hardware to what real-time visibility can do for you," said Steve Sloan, Lead Product Manager, Microsoft Corp. "We are pleased to work with S3 to deliver on our customers' needs for RFID business processes. By focusing on the needs of its customers, S3 has created an intelligent RFID solution that addresses a valuable business problem," said Steve Sloan, Lead Product
Manager, Microsoft Corp. "By working with insightful, value-driven partners we can make RFID relevant to businesses of all sizes, in a variety of industries."

To get more information about how the S3 RTVS portfolio of solutions enable significant improvements to your business processes in a rapid manner without having to invest heavily upfront, please visit us at http://www.s3edge.com or send us an e-mail at info@s3edge.com.

About S3 Edge
S3 was founded in 2007 by a team of pioneers with rich and diverse
expertise in RFID, mission-critical enterprise software, and the Microsoft
platform. They have a proven track record with deep industry experience
including Microsoft, Computer Associates, and Amazon.com. They are
passionate about fulfilling the vision of RFID to change the way businesses
understand the physical world, and the enormous business potential of
bringing innovative solutions that deliver on the promise of real-time
visibility.