New solution for the super office

• Integrated offer by T-­Mobile, IBM Lotus and BlackBerry brings forth a solution for efficient corporate communication and team cooperation
• New BlackBerry Professional Software facilitates implementation in both small and medium-sized companies
• Higher availability and simpler administration while maintaining all of the key features of the well-established system

Prague, 18 March, 2008 - Today, three companies, Research in Motion, IBM and T-Mobile, are introducing an innovation in the area of corporate mobile applications. As of today, T­-Mobile customers will be able to use BlackBerry along with Lotus Notes 8 in the Czech language, enabling them to obtain a quick and secure solution for working with e-mail, shared calendar or company contacts either in the office or off-premises. Customers who buy the BlackBerry terminal equipment may also download the BlackBerry Professional Software application free of charge. Once installed on the e-mail server in a company, it synchronizes all messages and other data.

The offer also includes a free user's license; other ones can be ordered, up to thirty supported users per installation. BlackBerry Professional Software is a simplified version of the standard BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES). It is much easier to install and administer; however, all of the well-proven features of the full-value solution are retained, including strong security and IT­policy support. This solution is convenient mainly for small and medium-sized companies as it facilitates and reduces the cost of BlackBerry implementation. Once a quantity limit is reached, it is possible to carry out a full BES upgrade.

"T-Mobile has been offering BlackBerry to its customers since 2005. The IBM Lotus Notes 8 platform support and the option of a free download of the BlackBerry Professional Software server application now significantly extend the range of companies which it may serve as a valuable aid. We are pleased that our company is the first to offer it to our customers in the Czech market," says Pavel Dolejš, Vice President Non-Voice and VAS Sales at T-­Mobile Czech Republic.

"The Lotus Notes 8 solution, now available in the Czech language, brings in many significant enhancements. The most visible one is a modern client design with the option to send quick messages and get connected to other company applications. Therefore, Lotus Notes 8 will become an indispensable tool for any and all corporate users of groupware tools," says Tomáš Netřeba, acting SWG Manager of IBM Czech Republic.

BlackBerry uses the new version of Lotus Notes 8 and offers full integration of the personalized working environment, including instant messaging, with business applications. The IBM Lotus platform places emphasis on supporting mobile work and co-operation while maintaining high security. Thanks to the BlackBerry support of Lotus Quickr and Lotus Connections, the Lotus Notes 8 application turns mobile devices into fully integrated work tools. Customers can use their e-mail, plan appointments and work with various tools from anywhere and at any time. Lotus Notes 8 is now also fully localized into the Czech language.

"BlackBerry is a wireless communications solution for mobile professionals, small and medium­sized enterprises, and for everyone who want to handle their business and private e­mail quickly and easily while on the move. BlackBerry was devised in such a way as to bring its users success at work and in their personal life. In addition to basic services, corporate users can use a number of additional features such as a calendar, internet and intranet access, and access to other company data. By integrating the product with the IBM Lotus platform, we provide a comprehensive and secure solution for modern companies," says Ulf Baltin, Director for CEE at RIM.

T-Mobile Czech Republic, a member of the international telecommunications group Deutsche Telekom, has almost 6.2 million customers, the number-one operator in the Czech market. T-Mobile is an integrated operator: in addition to telecommunications services, it offers comprehensive ICT solutions not only for companies, but also for other organizations and individuals. It provides outstanding services in the high-speed network, which was proved repeatedly by benchmark testing performed by umlaut (former P3) with Best-in-Test seal.

T-Mobile Czech Republic places emphasis on taking a responsible approach to the environment and society. It adheres to fair business practices, helps beneficial applications and services to see the light of day, supports non-profit organizations, small businesses and individuals, and lends a helping hand whenever crisis situations arise. The company’s employees serve as volunteers in many places across the entire Czech Republic.

More information about the company is available at www.t-mobile.cz, www.t-press.cz (the portal for journalists) and www.t-mobile.cz/pomahame (information on the company’s CSR activities).

Contact details of the press unit: press@t-press.cz.