Dean Evans & Associates Announces EMS/RoomWizard Integration

Dean Evans & Associates Announces EMS/RoomWizard Integration

EMS Room and Resource Scheduling Systems Can Now Communicate With RoomWizard Electronic Signage and Scheduling Product

DENVER, Dec. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean Evans & Associates today announced it has released a new module that allows its Event Management System(TM) (EMS) line of room and resource scheduling products to communicate with the RoomWizard(TM) scheduling system from PolyVision, a Steelcase (NYSE:SCS) company. The integration will help companies improve communication and maximize room utilization by allowing events scheduled either in EMS or a RoomWizard to be displayed on the wall-mounted RoomWizard units outside meeting or conference rooms.

"RoomWizard by PolyVision is a unique product with state-of-the-art technology that makes room status information immediately available," says Dean Evans, president and CEO of Dean Evans & Associates. "With the trend in data management being toward a combination of centralized and distributed control, the pairing of our two products makes perfect sense and will provide users with the best of both worlds."

"One of our guiding product development principles is to support our users' existing work practices and we have achieved just that with the RoomWizard and EMS integration. EMS clients can use the software that they enjoy through EMS, while adding the ability to walk-up-and-schedule an impromptu meeting with the addition of a RoomWizard," said Mike Dunn, PolyVision president and CEO. "The outcome is increased meeting room utilization and time savings. We're excited at the opportunities this relationship will open for PolyVision and Dean Evans & Associates."

EMS systems are used to manage the many tasks required to host meetings and events, including the recording of a customer's initial inquiry and contact information, the booking of space, resources and services, the posting of event information to the Internet, and the generation and tracking of invoices. The flexibility of the many versions of EMS allow it to be used in virtually any type of facility, large or small.

"A number of our customers have expressed a need for a 'walk-up booking' type of tool," says Evans. "We're pleased to be able to help them meet their needs by entering into this relationship with PolyVision and releasing the EMS RoomWizard interface."

About PolyVision

PolyVision enhances the way people learn, work and communicate visually through a broad portfolio of products. Since 1954, PolyVision has focused on creating products and services that inspire users to be more productive, effective and creative when collaborating and communicating. Whether it is developing the world's number one selling P3 ceramicsteel(TM) surface, or creating the industry's first walk-up-and-use interactive whiteboard, PolyVision has an unparalleled track record of new breakthroughs in the visual communication market. Acquired by Steelcase Inc. in November 2001, PolyVision is now a member of the Steelcase Design Partnership (SDP). SDP is a collection of independent companies united in their commitment to workplace effectiveness through design innovation. For more information, visit www.polyvision.com.

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About Steelcase Inc.


Steelcase Inc. helps individuals to work more effectively and organizations to work more efficiently by providing products, services, information and expertise to create work environments that integrate architecture, furniture and technology. Founded in 1912 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., the company has led the global office furniture industry in sales every year since 1974. Its product portfolio includes interior architectural products, furniture systems, technology products, seating, lighting, storage and related products and services. Fiscal 2004 revenue was approximately $2.35 billion. Steelcase Inc. and its subsidiaries have dealers in more than 900 locations, manufacturing facilities in over 50 locations and approximately 14,000 employees around the world. The company's Class A Common Stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol SCS. For more information, visit www.steelcase.com.

About Dean Evans & Associates

Founded in 1986 and based in Denver, Dean Evans & Associates develops, markets and supports a line of sophisticated software products for facility scheduling, event management and calendaring. Their Event Management System(TM) (EMS) family of products is ideal for scheduling and managing the rooms, services and resources needed for events as well as for maintaining a web-based Master Calendar of events. Thousands of organizations, including four of the six largest U.S. banks, more than a dozen Fortune 100 companies and hundreds of higher education institutions, religious organizations, hospitals, conference centers, cultural venues and sports facilities rely on EMS software. Online demonstrations, screen shots and detailed product information are available at www.dea.com. Or contact the company at 800-440-3994 ext. 863, or sales@dea.com. Media Contact: Tom Schek, 303-740-4830, tom@dea.com.

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Source: Dean Evans & Associates

CONTACT: Tom Schek, Communications Dept. of Dean Evans & Assoc.,
+1-303-740-4830, tom@dea.com

Web site: http://www.polyvision.com/
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