DataFlux and GDI Infotech Partner for Data Quality Solutions

Business Wire, May 21, 2008

Pioneer data quality technology provider teams with GDI to refine and extend data quality deployments within the enterprise

CARY, N.C. -- DataFlux, a leading provider of data quality and data integration solutions, today announced a partnership with GDI Infotech (GDI), a leading provider of information integration services. GDI offers over 15 years of IT expertise, well-established processes, and a strong consultant base, giving DataFlux expert-level services to help customers achieve their data improvement goals.

The agreement pairs DataFlux capabilities with GDI's Solutions Division, which focuses on delivering tailored services for data management, information management, data quality, customer data integration (CDI) and master data management (MDM) in key vertical domain areas such as healthcare and financial services. DataFlux provides a technology backbone for these initiatives, while GDI Infotech brings the dedicated data quality expertise to help customers derive more value from their data management initiatives.

"GDI has worked with some of the largest companies in the world to help them turn corporate data into reliable, consistent information assets," said John Poonnen, Senior VP of the Solutions Division at GDI Infotech. "Through this partnership, we will link our customer base to a recognized leader in the data quality arena, allowing us to expand the capabilities of our information integration services - and providing our clients a more immediate and durable return from their data quality investment."

DataFlux provides an industry-leading data quality and data integration platform designed to analyze, improve and control corporate information. Through this partnership, GDI Infotech can help companies extend and enhance their use of DataFlux technology and better tie the data improvement initiative to corporate goals.

"As data quality and data integration continues to see more adoption via corporate governance initiatives, companies will need a strong foundation of best-of-breed technology as well as sophisticated services," said Tony Fisher, president and CEO of DataFlux. "Our partnership with GDI Infotech provides that combination, helping establish data quality implementations that can yield immediate results."

About GDI Infotech

GDI specializes in Information Integration Solutions and Services. Business and technology leaders know that isolated information, fractured teams and incomplete requirements lead to Information Silos. GDI consultants work collaboratively with clients to develop effective information solutions to overcome these issues. GDI builds teams and solutions that are specifically focused on breaking down information silos and establishing integrated information as an enterprise asset. GDI is an award winning, privately-held, certified minority-owned business headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan with consultants across the USA. To learn more about GDI, visit www.gdii.com.

About DataFlux

DataFlux enables organizations to analyze, improve and control their data through an integrated technology platform. With DataFlux enterprise data quality and data integration products, organizations can more effectively and efficiently build a solid information foundation that delivers a unified view of customers, products, suppliers or any other corporate data assets. A wholly owned subsidiary of SAS (www.sas.com), DataFlux helps customers rapidly assess and improve problematic data, building the foundation for enterprise data governance, compliance and MDM initiatives. To learn more about DataFlux, visit www.dataflux.com.

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