International Paper - Smart Packaging to Leverage GlobeRanger's iMotion Platform for RFID Solutions Development RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- GlobeRanger, the leading provider of RFID and mobility software, today announced an agreement with International Paper - Smart Packaging to leverage GlobeRanger's iMotion(TM) Edgeware(TM) platform for RFID supply chain solutions development. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020701/IPLOGO ) International Paper -- Smart Packaging provides consulting and integration services that focus on RFID strategy, design and deployment to improve supply chain efficiency. International Paper will use GlobeRanger's iMotion(TM) for development of RFID solutions. "We will use GlobeRanger's iMotion platform to rapidly develop and configure RFID solutions," said Michael Anderson, Manager of Information Technology at International Paper -- Smart Packaging. International Paper -- Smart Packaging's applications created with iMotion will provide our customers with an easy way to scale deployments and meet compliance deadlines." "International Paper -- Smart Packaging is a recognized pioneer in the utilization and implementation of RFID technology," said John Koenigs, President and CEO of GlobeRanger. "We look forward to collaborating with them in building innovative, leading edge solutions for their customers." About iMotion GlobeRanger's iMotion Edgeware platform provides advanced capabilities for building and managing RFID, wireless and sensor-based solutions. iMotion brings the essential building blocks that knowledgeable users are looking for to scale RFID from pilot to full implementation and at the same time adhere to evolving standards. iMotion provides comprehensive functionality for RFID solutions to: * Control Devices: provides the flexibility to work with variety of devices, RFID and wireless protocols within one application. * Manage Networks: graphically configures a network of devices, supplies network health monitoring capabilities and connectivity management to the EPC Network. * Transform Data: distributed processing of data relative to business logic, transforms raw data into actionable events, and seamlessly integrates with existing supply chain execution systems. * Optimize Business Processes: edge process and workflow management that easily delivers user-defined business rules for immediate visibility and notification of exceptions. About GlobeRanger GlobeRanger is the leading provider of RFID, mobility and sensor-based software solutions. Its innovative Edgeware(TM) platform, iMotion(TM), provides the critical infrastructure layer for managing devices, networks, data, and processes at the edge of the enterprise, enabling real-time response. iMotion serves as the foundation for GlobeRanger and its partners to rapidly develop, deploy, and manage RFID and mobile solutions. Founded in 1999, GlobeRanger is headquartered in Richardson, Texas. GlobeRanger: http://www.globeranger.com/. About International Paper -- Smart Packaging International Paper is the world's largest paper and forest products company. Businesses include paper, packaging, and forest products. In continuing IP's tradition of being the premier packaging solutions provider, it established the Smart Packaging business in 1999. Smart Packaging offers customers a full suite of RFID/EPC-enabled supply chain solutions from warehousing and transportation tracking to the retail shelf. Smart Packaging is a leader in the design, development and implementation of integrated RFID packaging and supply chain applications with an emphasis in the Electronic Product Code (EPC). International Paper -- Smart Packaging: http://www.ipsmartpackaging.com/ GlobeRanger, iMotion, Edgeware and the Ranger over Globe logo are Trademarks of GlobeRanger Corporation. http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020701/IPLOGODATASOURCE: International Paper; GlobeRanger CONTACT: Kris Hoover-Kozamchak of The Alliant Group, +1-214-536-1098, , for GlobeRanger; or Romona Jackson of International Paper, +1-901-419-7127, Web site: http://www.internationalpaper.com/ http://www.ipsmartpackaging.com/ http://www.globeranger.com/

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