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Goodyear Implementing 3n Mass Notification System to Communicate Instantly With Employees

Goodyear Testing System Weekly as Part of Emergency Communications Plan

GLENDALE, Calif., Feb. 15 -- National Notification Network (3n), a leading provider of mass notification systems, announced today that Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company , one of the world's leading tire companies, is implementing the 3n Mass Notification System to communicate instantly with its employees. Built on the Oracle platform, the 3n System is one of the most secure and reliable mass notification systems available today.

After a Goodyear administrator accesses the 3n System by online login or a phone call, the system will instantly deliver customized communication to an entire database of uploaded contacts. Goodyear currently is testing the 3n System once a week as part of its emergency communications plan, successfully sending out trial messages to over 75 contacts in its initial database.

"We are constantly upgrading our communications plan to prepare for future emergencies, and 3n gives us the confidence to know we can instantly send important information to all of our employees," said Becky Mohler, manager of Services Administration at Goodyear. "We've put the system through rigorous weekly tests and are confident our staff is properly trained and prepared to communicate instantly with our employees in the event of an emergency. The 3n System is very easy to use, so training has been fast and simple."

A 3n message can be relayed to all modes of communications including phones (home, work and cell) email, pager, fax and wireless devices such as laptops, PDA's and BlackBerries. The system will keep reaching out to the contact until receipt is confirmed. 3n then generates a report that indicates "who-did-what-when," and provides Goodyear essential compliance and legal support.

"The 3n System has broad applications for businesses. In an emergency companies can count on 3n providing business continuity and ensuring public safety," said Cinta Putra, CEO and co-founder of 3n. "In addition, the 3n System offers value on a daily basis, automating the communication process and bringing significant bottom line cost savings. We are delighted that Goodyear has chosen the 3n System to be an integral part of their emergency communications plan."

About National Notification Network

National Notification Network (3n) is a privately-held company based in the Los Angeles area in Glendale, California. Recognized as an effective tool in both emergency and non-emergency situations alike, 3n's innovative and powerful proprietary automated notification system is the most advanced, efficient and easy-to-use notification system on the market today. For more information about 3n, log on to: www.3nonline.com or call toll-free (888) 366-4911.

About Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company

Goodyear is the world's largest tire company. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, the company manufactures tires, engineered rubber products and chemicals in more than 80 facilities in 28 countries. It has marketing operations in almost every country around the world. Goodyear employs about 85,000 people worldwide.

For information about Goodyear Assurance tires, visit www.GoodyearAssurance.com. For other details about Goodyear, or to find the nearest Goodyear retailer, go to www.goodyear.com.

   Kristen Messineo
   National Notification Network
   818-230-9774
   Kristen.Messineo@3nonline.com
   
   Alan Phillips
   Ruder Finn
   310-479-9929, x122
   phillipsa@ruderfinn.com