"Technology for Health": e-Health Supplier InterComponentWare Chooses ProSyst´s Embedded Software

Patient-centred healthcare management including home monitoring: InterComponentWare chooses ProSyst's mBedded Server as OEM platform. Solution is based on the latest OSGi specifications.

Walldorf and Cologne, Germany - 27.09.2001 - Cologne-based ProSyst Software AG and the e-Health provider InterComponentWare AG (ICW), located in Walldorf, have signed a cooperation agreement. ICW will implement ProSyst technology in its projects based on the LifeSensor product line for the networking of medical devices. Additionally, it will become active as a reseller and integrator of ProSyst products in the healthcare field.

ProSyst is one of the leading providers of technology for the Internet-based networking of stationary and mobile electronic devices, and offers an open, modular and scalable software platform. This solution opens the door for new applications and services such as remote control, remote maintenance, remote diagnosis and telemetry as well as software updates via Internet. ProSyst´s mBedded Server Framework is based on the open OSGi specifications for the delivery of multiple services over WANs (Wide Area Networks) to local networks and devices. mBedded Server requires sparse memory resources and is available with a broad range of software modules to support diverse communication protocols, such as UPnP, Bluetooth, Jini, WAP, SMS, USB, SNMP, X10 and LonWorks, etc.

InterComponentWare is a leading provider in the e-Health sector. With the advent of LifeSensor - the proven technological infrastructure based on an open platform for integrated healthcare - patient-oriented health management, including home monitoring, is made possible. This system is centred on the electronic recording of patient information in "LifeSensor Data" healthcare files, which can be maintained by both the doctor and the patient.

LifeSensor thus offers the web-based, telemetric complete solution for optimised, global healthcare and monitoring. Its aim is an open dialogue between all of the important parties in the total healthcare picture. In cooperation with doctors, health insurance organisations and other providers of health-related services, patients have complete control in deciding who should be granted access to their personal records. Further, LifeSensor gives patients the ability to independently measure their health status and enter this information into their records. This empowers each person to take an important step in the direction of holistic healthcare. With LifeSensor, InterComponentWare is treading innovative, forward-looking ground in the area of home care. Patients, medical professionals, health insurance providers and companies will all benefit equally from the advantages of this solution.

"We are very gratified that InterComponentWare has decided in favour of our gateway software", comments Daniel Schellhoss, Executive Board member at ProSyst Software AG. "Our innovative embedded technology, coupled with InterComponentWare's industry know-how, provides a superb starting point for the implementation of new business models in the e-Health field."

"It is important that our customers receive a complete, easy to use and well-priced solution, so that they are able to enjoy the benefits of integrated healthcare without requiring large expenses or extensive special knowledge. We have chosen ProSyst, as only ProSyst is able to deliver the openness, scalability, reliability and performance that we need for a complete healthcare model", adds Peter Reuschel, Chairman of the Management Board at InterComponentWare AG.

About ProSyst

ProSyst markets a turn-key software solution for Internet-based control and networking of a wide variety of stationary and mobile terminal devices in local networks. Such local networks, made accessible to external users via the Internet, include intelligent products in the home, microprocessor networks inside motor vehicles, and modern devices for medical monitoring and treatment. ProSyst's open and scalable platform paves the way for the development, deployment, and management of new applications and services, such as remote control, remote maintenance, remote diagnosis, data readout and software update via the Internet. With its complete set of products, consisting of mPower Remote Manager, mBedded Builder and mBedded Server, ProSyst offers the entire range of solutions for interaction among manufacturers, external service providers and end consumers. These solutions bridge the gap, which exists between the various technology standards and protocols.

ProSyst was established in 1997 and currently employs more than 200 people, of whom 150 are Java developers and consultants. The company is headquartered in Cologne, Germany. Investors include SAP and Berlin Capital Fund. ProSyst actively contributes its technical expertise to consortia for the establishment of uniform standards in the embedded technologies environment, such as OSGi, HAVI, CABA, HomePlug, Microsoft UPnP Forum, Java Community and Jini Community. For further information please contact info@prosyst.com or visit our web site http://www.prosyst.com.

About InterComponentWare

InterComponentWare AG was founded in Walldorf, Germany in 1998. The service and solution provider develops forward-looking applications for the e-health market. In order to meet the demand for a progressive approach to healthcare, InterComponentWare integrates the latest in software, hardware and Internet technologies in line with its motto "Technology for Health".

The company's core product, "LifeSensor", enables an integrated, web-based, telematic, total healthcare solution for patients and doctors. Health monitoring and the provision of the best possible healthcare is thus guaranteed - anywhere and anytime. The company employs approximately 70 persons. The company headquarters are located in Walldorf, near Heidelberg. In August, 2000, InterComponentWare Inc. was founded in Palo Alto, USA. Further branches are located in Berlin, Germany, and in Sofia, Bulgaria.

More information on InterComponentWare can be found on the Internet at www.intercomponentware.com and www.lifesensor.com.