smallRW.gif (2706 bytes) Norman Forges Deal to Provide ICS Customers with High Performing Risk Analysis Software Product

FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Norman Data Defense Systems, a global specialist in the field of data security, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to provide its risk analysis product, RiskCheck, to Integrated Communication Solutions (ICS). ICS will use RiskCheck to perform network surveys and assessments for a variety of clients. The agreement between Norman and ICS also provides for distribution of a working version of RiskCheck to those ICS clients who request it.

"RiskCheck is the highest performing risk analysis and information assurance product available to government agencies and corporations today. No other product can match its comprehensive ability to weigh risks, costs and countermeasures in the context of an organization's environment and mission," stated Hank Dugan, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norman Data Defense Systems, the North American subsidiary of Norman ASA. "This product will be an invaluable tool to ICS as it works with its clients to prioritize investments in information assurance and determine where resources should be allocated to protect the integrity of their data, prevent security breaches and minimize risks to sensitive information."

RiskCheck is an easy-to-use, flexible and comprehensive software management tool that helps security professionals manage an organization's information risks and vulnerabilities over time. The tool provides an ongoing process to identify changing vulnerabilities, monitor the effectiveness of existing countermeasures, analyze and quantify risks, and report ways to maximize security with consideration to opportunity costs associated with countermeasures. This PC, server or Internet based solution is designed to maximize data security efficiency in organizations with operations in multiple locations.

"Our ability to integrate RiskCheck into our suite of consulting services enhances the value of what we offer our clients," said Michael D. Weber, ICS's Senior Vice President for Corporate Development. "This product, which is consistently rated at the top of the information assurance field, will help us provide a higher level of service to our corporate and government clients."

Based in Frederick, MD, Integrated Communication Solutions, Inc. is a full-service networking technology solutions company. ICS specializes in enterprise consulting, integration, remote operations and engineering support to Fortune 1000 and government clients.

About Norman Data Defense Systems

Norman Data Defense Systems is the North American subsidiary of Norman ASA, a recognized specialist in the field of data security. The software development company has provided computer security solutions to government agencies and corporations worldwide through its top-rated products for risk management, virus control, access control, encryption and network security, PKI solutions, data recovery and certified data erasure. Today, there are more than 12 million users of Norman software worldwide. To find out more about the company, visit Norman Data Defense Systems via the Internet at http://www.Norman.com/US/.

SOURCE: Norman Data Defense Systems

WEB SITE: http://www.Norman.com/US/

CO: Norman Data Defense Systems; Integrated Communication Solutions

ST: Virginia


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Posted January 31, 2001.

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