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Press release 11 June 2001 First output management solution for Linux on zSeries Macro 4 delivers multiple-server, SAP(r) R/3(r) and mySAP.com(tm) certified output management technology The first output management solution to support Linux on IBM's new S/390 eServer zSeries is to be launched by Macro 4, a leading independent developer of information delivery and systems management solutions. Users of Macro 4's SAP(r) certified output management solution, will now have the e-business mainframe technology benefits of space, energy and cost savings coupled with the assurance of dependable output across a distributed network. Macro 4's solution gives users a single point of control for cross-platform enterprise printing from an IBM eServer zSeries platform running Linux and assures the delivery of documents from the point of origin to any output destination - be it print, fax, e-mail, or the Web. It also allows the management of output from multiple applications: large SAP implementations require many SAP application servers and large companies often run as many as 150 instances of SAP at once. Organisations can simplify their IT systems by moving the SAP application servers to one zSeries box with each application running on an instance of Linux. "As more businesses discover the advantages of the Linux operating system, the demand for compatible systems solutions increases," said Robert Castley, Product Manager at Macro 4. "Our solution now offers Linux users the same levels of guaranteed delivery, printing and true status reporting on multiple hardware platforms as UNIX or Windows NT( users." Already successfully deployed on all popular variations of UNIX and Windows NT, Macro 4's solution is the only one to support several open systems releases of Linux, including Linux on the S/390 and on the high volume eServer zSeries. The solution is SAP R/3 and mySAP.com certified through the BC-XOM interface. Using this interface, Macro 4's technology enables users to monitor and manage their output requests and devices from within their mySAP.com environment. Robert Castley concludes: "Adding SAP output management support for Linux on the zSeries to our solution is part of Macro 4's continuing development of its systems management product range for Linux. Macro 4 takes pride in its relationships with its clients and aims to customise solutions as much as possible to their specific needs, as well as offering flexible licensing that provides manageable costs." -ends- About Macro 4 Macro 4 is an independent, leading developer of world-class systems software solutions. Its solutions underpin traditional and e-business environments, enabling companies to realise their business goals as quickly and easily as possible. The company's key strengths lie in its wealth of experience and enviable ability to provide leading organisations worldwide with innovative and successful computing solutions that meet their real business requirements today and in the future. All Macro 4 solutions are available through an established global network of subsidiaries and international business partners. For further information, please visit: http://www.macro4.com For more details please contact: Uday Radia / Kate Alexander Joanne Chandler / Julie Ward Lighthouse PR Macro 4 Tel: 020 7745 6100 Tel: 01293 872077 Fax: 020 7745 6101 Fax: 01293 872003 kalexander@lighthousepr.com joanne.chandler@macro4.com julie.ward@macro4.com