March 16, 1998 INTERSOLV, Inc. today introduced DataDirect Reflector, a new OLE DB service provider that for the first time extends traditional database processing functions, such as SQL- based query and reporting, to previously unavailable non-relational data, including Lotus Notes, Microsoft Exchange, spreadsheets and e-mail. The first OLE DB technology to feature a component architecture, DataDirect Reflector enables organisations to fully leverage the benefits of distributed computing for increased competitive advantage.

DataDirect Reflector delivers consistent SQL database processing services to non-SQL data. Available for Microsoft's ActiveX Data Objects (ADO), the high-level programming interface for OLE DB, DataDirect Reflector's component- based architecture enables organisations to incrementally add query processing functionality across client, server and Internet environments as business needs require. Reflector easily fits between applications and OLE DB data providers or ODBC drivers for consistent, integrated, standards-based access to previously unavailable data. With integrated support for multiple standards such as ODBC, JDBC and now OLE DB, DataDirect delivers a standard, plug-and- play interface to all types of data, protecting organisations' existing technology investments.

Until now, organisations could only achieve open, standards-based access to traditional SQL-relational data typically stored in databases such as Oracle, Sybase and DB2, which have built-in SQL data processing capabilities. For example, a sales manager comparing yearly sales information contained in a relational database, with price book information in Lotus Notes, previously would not be able to use existing SQL-based applications or tools to perform this function. Now, using DataDirect Reflector, organisations can access and process new types of data without extensive custom development efforts.

Pricing and Availability

INTERSOLV DataDirect Reflector is available immediately. Introductory pricing for authorised users is $99, with additional licensing and deployment options.

INTERSOLV DataDirect

INTERSOLV DataDirect is the only complete standards-based solution for enterprise data connectivity. With DataDirect's comprehensive support for industry standards such as ODBC, JDBC, and OLE DB, organisations achieve complete flexibility in solving current and future data connectivity issues. DataDirect delivers uncompromising quality and support with a unique blend of solutions for the client, server or Internet. More than three million customers and over 400 leading vendors worldwide - including IBM, Informix, JavaSoft, Microsoft, Oracle, PLATINUM technology and Sybase - have established DataDirect as the standard for data connectivity.

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