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PC Solutions 2000 and the VAR Distribution Channel Partners for Y2K Solutions

PC Solutions 2000 and the VAR Distribution Channel Partners for Y2K Solutions. Due Diligence 2000. WHAT IT DOES: Comprehensively analyze and test hardware, software and data files on personal and business computers.

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PC Solutions 2000 and the VAR Distribution Channel Partners for Y2K Solutions

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  1. PC Solutions 2000 and the VAR Distribution Channel Partners for Y2K Solutions

  2. Due Diligence 2000 • WHAT IT DOES: Comprehensively analyze and test hardware, software and data files on personal and business computers. • WHY IT’S DIFFERENT: Incorporates no testing assumptions that would render the program, and its users subject to question and/or legal liability

  3. Prepare 2000: An additional revenue stream for VARs • IN ADDITION to DD2000 - anAdd on product: Prepare 2000 - - A Guide for Business Owners containing: • Explanation of Y2K Problem • Summary of Year 2000 Information & Readiness Act, passed by U.S. Congress • Year 2000 Exposure Checklists • Templates of documents required under Year 2000 Act to protect both resellers and their customers’ businesses.

  4. FEATURES DOS, Windows, (Single & Multi User Platforms) System Compliance Categorization BENEFITS Capable of testing virtually all PCs, (i.e. 286, 386, as well as newer platforms) & networks Automatically determines & classifies computer according to ability to handle date rollover. Key Features and Benefits of DD2000

  5. FEATURES System based testing vs.. Component Time Dilation Testing & Remediation Tool BENEFITS Tests the interactions of the system as a whole - not just a specific component Benefit: Reliable test results. Tests for a syndrome (older system) that causes dates to spin radically forward or backward. Key Features and Benefits cont.

  6. Key Features and Benefits cont. • BENEFITS • Allows you to scan & detect potential date problems in data files created by customized or proprietary programs. • DD2000 eliminates human error & subjective opinion and minimizes legal liability. • FEATURES • Advanced “ Set Up” Options for scanning Data Files • Developed in strict accordance with globally recognized British Standards Institute (BSI) standards

  7. FEATURES On Line Resources BENEFITS DD2000 does not “fix”, or put its resellers or end users in the position of accepting legal liability inherent with providing a fix. DD2000 does analyze, diagnose and provide the most current, extensive hyperlink connectivity to hardware as well as software manufacturers, - - enabling access to the most current Y2K upgrade - - direct from vendor. TO “FIX” OR “NOT TO FIX: - - - THAT’S THE KEY

  8. FEATURES License Manager (is the electronic licensing process) BENEFITS Safeguards against piracy Protecting a VARs revenue stream. By creating unique installation codes & registration codes Provides: Complete audit trail by computer Eliminates expense of inventory Expedites restocking & delivery of product Key Features and Benefits cont.

  9. Competitive Superiority Affirmation • British Standards Institutes’ definition of Compliance and/or Conformity • “…Year 2000 conformity shall mean that neither performance, nor functionality is affected by dates prior to, during and after the year 2000…” • Only one - - meets criteria of assumption free, standard based testing - - Due Diligence 2000

  10. Competitive Comparison

  11. Key considerations of a VAR: • Most exhaustive and reliable testing tool on the market • Eliminates human error & subjective option from PC testing • Eliminates legal liability on the part of the reseller, business owner, corporate executive, director or shareholder • and, WHAT THAT MEANS IS: Technically & Legally DD2000 is: “The Safest Choice in Y2K Desktop Testing”

  12. Value added Tools with PURPOSE • Business model for Y2K Consulting & Remediation Services: • Backgrounder,FAQ’s, Glossary • Non-technical White Paper • Y2K Comparative Review • How to Sell DD2000 • Year 2000 education seminar • Sample letters, postcards, etc. • Prepare 2000

  13. Internet Web Page

  14. Q3/Q4 Sales Opportunities • 1997-1999 Y2K Testing Focus: Mainframes • Less than 3% global market has addressed desktop testing - CRN, PC Week - Q1 1999 • No “silver bullet” or “fix” coming from Microsoft • Apathy in market • Feedback from VARs: Businesses delaying desktop focus until 3rd & 4th quarter.

  15. Int’l Sales Opportunities • Combined Int'l mkt. (Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Africa, Latin America) is larger than U.S. • 36 % of PCs mfg/shpd in 2Q98 to U.S. (Gartner Group) • Largest installed base of sub-Pentium running “mission critical” • CURRENT STATUS: • Insufficient funds to address testing to date. • Asia/Recession, Euro-Conversion • Most economical resolution: Testing and remediating with Due Diligence 2000.

  16. QUOTES "Effective and easy to use, Due Diligence 2000 is the best Y2K product on the market. PC Solutions 2000 created a product that is easy to resell as a VAR, and easy to understand as an end user."Frank Pinto, CIO Millennium III Systems, Inc. “DD2000 is a beneficial & cost effective Y2K solution that provides our customers timely results. It is simple to use and provides accurate information for a true needs analysis.” Doug Buttermore, VP Operations, PC Fixx, Bellevue, WA.

  17. QUOTES “Although I have been in the computer business for 38 years, I still don't think like a techie. I need solutions that are simple, thorough and complete. Due Diligence 2000 seems to meet my criteria, and I'm not easy. I also like the program that gives DD2000 to charities and non profit agencies. I work with the Alzheimer's Association and told them that they may qualify for the free software and they were very thankful for the help. I'm looking forward to working with you in the near future.” Dennis PetraitisDCI Systems Inc.

  18. PRESS RELEASES • Y2K: As much a legal issue as it is technical • Due Diligence 2000 selected as “Safest Choice for Y2K Testing • TOP VARs choose Due Diligence 2000 for Y2K Testing Services (feature quotes) • 10 million copies of Y2K testing software to non-profit organizations through DD2000’s “Helping the Helpers” • Alzheimer's Association adopts DD2000 for Y2K provided through DCI

  19. Opportunities for VARs • DISTINGUISHES YOU as a provider of solutions, not just products • DIVERSIFIES YOUR marketing message & image in the market • BROADENS YOUR Product Offering and creates incremental revenue opportunities • PROVIDES YOU the vehicle to take a leadership role in differentiation of service by providing education, and safety from liabilities. • POSITIONS YOU with a “unique” solution to one of the most visible computer related problems ever to impact our industry.

  20. Partnership and Support • The VARs role and activities • Sales • Marketing • Fulfillment options • PC Solutions role and responsibilities • Sales • Marketing • Support • Training • Technical Support

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