BANGALORE: Onward Novell, a joint venture between Onward Network Technologies
and Novell Inc., is forging alliance with Indian System Integrators TCS, Wipro
and MindTree. This exercise is part of its `Go to Markets' marketing initiative
to push newly launched Netware 6.
Onward Novell has already partnered with Bangalore Labs and iLantas. These
initiatives are part of the global partnership program under the e-business
System Integrators (ESI) and Consulting System Integrators (CSI). The company
has also launched its `One Net' initiative which allows organizations to
implement networking solutions across its Internet, Intranet, Extranet and
mobile devices applications.
Launched on September 18, Netware 6 allows Windows, Macintosh, Unix, Linux
and Web based client workstations to connect to and store files and data on
centrally managed servers, and storage area networks without Novell client
software on the workstation. It can be plugged into existing networks
integrating and empowering new services with minimal investments. As part of its
launch promotion, Onward Novell is offering a one-year free upgrade of Netware 6
to its customers purchasing the currently available Netware 5.1.
Satyen H Parikh, Indian Subcontinent-Area Director, Onward Novell Software,
said, "We are bullish about Netware 6 in India. The product opens up newer
markets, which was applications specific earlier, and also offers a gamut of
services in a single package to the SMEs. The product also offers a range of
services which will find exception uses across all applications and
operations."
Netware 6 give users the freedom to be mobile without giving up the
advantages of office based network access. Netware WebAccess provides users
access via a Web browser to files, printers, e-mail, calendar, corporate address
book, etc., through a customizable portal, regardless of desktop operating
system or device. Novell iFolder allows users to access their files across
multiple networks and Internet enabled machines. iPrint, another feature, lets
customers use a simple Web browser to find and install a printer and print via
the Internet.
"Such applications are sure to attract customers in this connected
environment. We are launching big promotional and marketing campaign that should
see the product cruise in to the market. Partners and our channel network have
been roped in to give the `Go to Markets' initiative that needed push,"
added Parikh.