IBSS and Xybernaut Demo Mediware-Certified RFID Offering at 8th Annual International Conference on Wearable Computing in Washington, D.C.
COLUMBIA, S.C.--May 2, 20047, 2004--| Xybernaut Corporation and IBSS Educate Government Agencies On How They Can Gain RFID Experience and Benefits Today With Synapse(TM) RFID; An RFID Starter Kit Now Available on GSA Schedule Though Xybernaut |
Integrated Business Systems and Services, Inc. (IBSS) (OTCBB:IBSS) today announced that the Company is scheduled to participate in the upcoming 8th Annual International Conference on Wearable Computing (ICWC) to be held in Washington, D.C. at the Washington Convention Center on June 2, 2004. Sponsored by Xybernaut Corporation , the ICWC is being held in conjunction with the McGraw-Hill Companies Homeland Security Summit and Exposition 2004.
The Synapse(TM) RFID offering, now available on GSA Schedule through Xybernaut, is utilized to reliably and cost effectively track the real-time movement and location of assets, including people assets. The attachment of the RFID tags to assets or people (ID badges) allows both their movement and the direction of that movement to be tracked passively as they move through "portals" such as hallways, doors, gates, etc. The unique features and functionality of the Synapse(TM) RFID solution has specific application to numerous areas in healthcare and homeland security.
The Synapse(TM) RFID solution has been certified for use with Perioperative Solutions(TM) software from Mediware Information Systems, Inc. to track and record in real-time the movement of medical equipment and personnel in and out of operating rooms. The Synapse(TM) RFID solution was showcased fully integrated with Perioperative Solutions(TM) software in Mediware's exhibit at the Hospital Information Management Systems and Society (HIMSS) and at the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) shows held in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California in March of 2004.
Jeff Karp, Vice President of Mediware Information Systems' Perioperative Solutions Division, stated, "By taking advantage of RFID technology, Mediware is able to help hospitals improve quality and reduce costs. Through our partnership with IBSS, we are able to demonstrate how Mediware's Perioperative Solutions(TM) and IBSS' Synapse(TM) RFID technology can help hospitals to free up nursing time and improve the Operating Report and clinical knowledgebase. As an industry leader, Mediware is also exploring other possible operating room revenue enhancement opportunities based on capturing the actual time key equipment and personnel are spending in the operating room."
The Synapse(TM) RFID solution features a combination active/passive RFID tag that contains identification information that is transmitted to the reader and software system when the tag passes by an antenna. The system records the information from the tag, along with the date, time, and direction of movement, as a case "event". The system then applies business rules in real-time to this "event" and then executes the appropriate transaction - this is all accomplished passively as the assets move. The Synapse(TM) software framework for RFID allows the system to give a real time, enterprise-wide view of all activity being tracked, as well as, be easily integrated with other legacy systems. The Synapse(TM) RFID system is easy to use and install while giving the benefits of high read accuracy and speed. The system's use of very low power and low frequencies allow success in even the most radio frequency sensitive environments.
Dr. Steven Newman, President and Chief Operating Officer of Xybernaut, noted, "Lower costs, coupled with technology's ability to keep track of things from cradle to grave, have caused the GSA to mandate the use of RFID to help track and manage information on buildings, fleets of cars and myriad products it oversees. This mandate is creating a groundswell of demand for comprehensive RFID technologies that can be quickly and cost effectively integrated into existing IT infrastructure. As such, we believe that the Synapse(TM) RFID solution represents best-of-breed technology that will prove to be very popular among attendees at the ICWC."
George Mendenhall, Chief Executive Officer of IBSS, added, "Working in tandem with technology leaders, such as Xybernaut, Mediware, and USMS, empowers IBSS to leverage our respective areas of expertise to deliver comprehensive, total solutions to both government and industry customers. We are looking forward to demonstrating this unique solution at the upcoming ICWC and expect to provide additional details on new customer deployments in the near future."
With this announcement, Government customers are offered this solution via Xybernaut's GSA listing awarded by the General Services Administration (GSA) for radio-frequency identification technologies. Xybernaut has made it easy for a government agency to get started with RFID by offering a Synapse(TM) RFID bundle, which includes everything needed to fully test and deploy live applications for agencies who want to quickly gain benefits and experience with RFID.
At ICWC, Xybernaut will demonstrate the Synapse(TM)-based RFID solution. The technology is powered by IBSS Synapse(TM) framework that is used to drive the patented USMS Nodetrol event driven system produced by USM Systems, Ltd. (USMS), and includes wearable/handheld computer technology from Xybernaut. Synapse(TM) RFID integrated solution is a passive personnel and asset tracking system which provides fully enabled RFID functionality.
The Synapse(TM) RFID solution offered by Xybernaut is in full compliance with patents held by USMS under its "Event Driven Information System."
"USMS is committed to providing high value intellectual property and products relating to event driven solutions," stated Chet Przygoda, President of USMS. "We are pleased to have our patented processes and products offered to the government market through our strategic partners, IBSS and Xybernaut."
About Xybernaut Corporation
Xybernaut Corporation is the leading provider of wearable/mobile computing hardware, software and services, bringing communications and full-function computing power in a hands-free design to people when and where they need it. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Xybernaut has offices and subsidiaries in Europe (Germany) and Asia (Japan). Visit Xybernaut's Web site at www.xybernaut.com. Product photos are also available directly from Xybernaut.
Xybernaut, the Xybernaut logo and Mobile Assistant(R) (MA(R)) are trademarks or registered trademarks of Xybernaut Corporation in the USA and other countries. All other brand and product names are or may be trademarks of, and are used to identify products or services of, their respective owners.
About IBSS
IBSS is the creator of Synapse(TM), a ground-breaking new software technology. Synapse is a complete framework and methodology used to create, implement and manage a wide variety of dynamic, distributed, networked, and real-time enterprise applications, quickly and efficiently. Global enterprises utilizing Synapse leverage the power of its single, flexible framework to enjoy tremendous time and cost advantages, in the development, deployment and on-going management of customized applications.
Enabled by Synapse to take competitive advantage of cutting-edge technologies such as wireless networking, mobile computing and RFID, IBSS and its strategic partners bring solutions to customers for mission-critical applications in manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, finance, insurance, retail, education, and government. IBSS is headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina. For more information about IBSS and its Synapse technologies and services, call 803-736-5595 or 800-553-1038, or visit www.ibss.net.
About Mediware Information Systems, Inc.
Mediware provides clinical information systems for hospitals and integrated healthcare delivery systems. Its products include HEMOCARE LifeLine, Hemocare(R), LifeLine(R), LifeTrak(R), and HCLL(TM) (blood bank), WORx(R), MediMAR(TM), MediCOE(TM), Pharmakon(R), and Digimedics(TM) (pharmacy), Surgiware(TM), and Perioperative Solutions(TM) (operating room), as well as the JAC Stock Control System (pharmacy) in the United Kingdom. Mediware has over 1,100 systems installed in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and elsewhere.
About USM Systems, Ltd.
USM Systems is a Michigan based provider of products based upon its unique and patented "Event Driven Information System". USMS system and its components can be configured to provide solutions ranging from a simple asset/personnel tracking system in any commercial environment to more complex "event-driven" situations required by the largest global organization. For more information about USM Systems technology, products, and services visit their WEB site at www.usmsys.com.
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