Merrill Corporation Announces New Version of Its Online Due Diligence Technology

Merrill Corporation Announces New Version of Its Online Due Diligence Technology

New Release of DataSite VDR Adds File Folder Interface and Enhanced Client Site Controls to Optimize Usability

NEW YORK, Dec. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Merrill Corporation (http://www.merrillcorp.com/ ), a leading global provider of diversified communications and document services, today announced the release of DataSite VDR, a new version of its virtual deal room product for online due diligence. DataSite VDR introduces the industry's only file folder-based graphical user interface (GUI), with easier to use, client-driven site management capabilities (among other enhancements), to optimize user experience, productivity and due diligence effectiveness.

"Enhancing our technology enables our customers to optimize their M&A transactions by doing deals faster, securely displaying their assets to a larger number of competitive bidders, and therefore maximizing ROI," said Ed Bifulk, President, Merrill DataSite. "And because we control all aspects of service, we fully deploy sites in less than 72 hours, further compressing the transaction cycle," continued Bifulk.

Merrill DataSite offers the industry's only third generation VDR solution that deploys and manages the deal room from a single source. Turn-key services include: paper and electronic file capture and indexing; an intuitive online product that offers advanced search and security, robust auditing and reporting; and professional implementation and support services staff.

Other features of the DataSite VDR release include:

-- Advanced search: Boolean, Concept and Pattern search capability on all
document content and titles across the entire repository instantly.
-- Real-time audit: Complete tracking of all user activity with viewing
time and page detail.
-- Enhanced security: User-defined permissions and security parameters,
password protection and 128-bit encryption, and watermarking of
documents.


About Merrill Corporation


Merrill Corporation (http://www.merrillcorp.com/ ) is a diversified communications and document services company applying advanced information systems and intranet/Internet technology to provide a wide range of services to its financial, legal and corporate clients. Merrill's services integrate traditional composition, imaging and printing services with online document management, distribution and collaborative solutions. This integrated approach helps streamline the preparation and distribution of business-to-business communication materials. Merrill Corporation serves its domestic clients through 45 offices in 33 cities throughout the United States. Its international clients are served through the client service centers in London, Paris and Frankfurt, as well as a joint venture with Quebecor World in Canada and other affiliate relationships in Europe, Asia, Latin America and Australia.


Source: Merrill Corporation

CONTACT: Nancy Moeller of Merrill Corporation, +1-651-632-1317,
nancy.moeller@merrillcorp.com , or Randy Sands of Weber Shandwick,
+1-952-346-6191, rsands@webershandwick.com

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


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