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Addustour the First Newspaper to Upgrade to Fileworx in the Region

The Upgrade will Offer the Newspaper Better Management for the Different Kinds of Content it Handles

Amman, Jordan – March 9, 2008 – SEDCO has recently signed an agreement with Addustour newspaper to upgrade their existing content management system to Fileworx, the latest content management solution from SEDCO. The contract was signed in a special meeting in the presence of Addustour's board members, and Mr. Wissam Sabha, the Regional Sales Manager and representative of SEDCO.

Addustour, a pioneering daily newspaper in Jordan, first partnered with SEDCO years ago when they acquired Mediaworx, the previous version of Fileworx. The system vastly enhanced the different work processes inside the newspaper's premises, ensuring timely delivery of the newspaper to its enormous number of subscribers and avid readers with the least possible time and effort. As part of Addustour's commitment towards its loyal readers, the newspaper has been taking the lead in the region in following up with the latest technological developments in the media sector. Part of this was the latest arrangements with SEDCO office in Amman to implement the latest content management solution from SEDCO, Fileworx.

"We are proud to be the first Arabic daily newspaper to acquire and implement this top notch solution," said Mr. Saif Al Sharif, Addustour's Chief Deputy and General Manager, in a direct reference to Addustour being the first newspaper to adopt Fileworx content management solution in the region. "We are full of hope that this upgrade will grant us better management of the different kinds of content that we deal with in our business, and that it will optimize our work," he added.

Fileworx is the latest content management technology from SEDCO. The system automates the editorial processing of news from the moment they are captured until they are delivered to subscribers and readers. Fileworx incorporates a number of features that makes it the solution of choice for many leading media organizations in the region, such as newspapers, news agencies, and TV stations. The system facilitates the capture of different kinds of content from different reception channels. Once the content is captured, it can be easily processed and edited using popular authoring tools, which the system integrates with, such as Adobe InDesign. Edited content can then be automatically routed to the newspaper's chief editor for his/her approval before it is finally published in the newspaper and archived in the system's database.

About Addustour:
Addustour is an independent Arabic daily newspaper issued in Jordan. The newspaper first came into existence in 1967, as a result of a merger between Palestine Newspaper (1911) and Al Manar newspaper (1960). Since then, Addustour has been bringing the Jordanian press industry to vast horizons through taking initiatives and following up with technology, making it one of the top newspapers in the whole Arab world. For more information about Addustour newspaper, you can visit their website at www.addustour.com

About SEDCO:
SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com

SEDCO Upgrades Emirates News Agency (WAM) CMS system to Fileworx

Fileworx, the Latest Content Management Solution from SEDCO, Enables the Agency to Instantly View, Edit, and Transmit Different Types of Content through Multiple Transmission Channels from a Single Screen

Abu Dhabi – UAE, June 3, 2007 – SEDCO has recently commenced upgrading Emirates News Agency (WAM) existing CMS system to Fileworx, the latest Content Management Solution from SEDCO.

WAM is a pioneering news agency in UAE. In order to conform to the increasing demands of the industry for instant acquisition and delivery of content of different types to the agency's wide group of subscribers, WAM required a powerful content management solution to boost its productivity and efficiency. WAM found the solution in Fileworx from SEDCO.

Fileworx offers vital advancements that will enable the agency to capture and deliver different kinds of content from a single screen and with few mouse clicks. Content can be captured from multiple communication channels such as Telex, Satellite, FTP, and email, and then it can be transmitted to subscribers from a single screen.

Fileworx is web-enabled, allowing users and reporters at WAM news agency to access the system and to edit content and news through the web regardless of where they are. The system is built upon a centralized database with a single archive, ensuring consistency and availability of content whenever it is needed. Fileworx offers advanced customization options, allowing for the personalization of screens based on the authorities given to each user. It incorporates a desktop client, allowing the end users to view and handle content from a single application.

SEDCO has assigned elite of its highly qualified engineers to carry out this project and they are currently in the process of installing the system at the premises of WAM news agency and training the end users on the system.

About Fileworx:
Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others.

Fileworx compounds a number of unmatched features that makes it stand out in functionality and performance. These features include total access and functionality through a web client, advanced customization and personalization options for the different user interfaces, rich text editor, integration with MS Word application, multi-transmission of news and content from a single screen, advanced security options, instant view and administration of content through Fileworx desktop client, exceptional search and retrieval capabilities, and advanced reporting features.

About Emirates News Agency (WAM):
WAM is a leading news agency in UAE that was established in November 1976. Since its establishment, WAM has kept abreast of changes in technology, and nowadays it distributes news and picture services through satellite, both locally and internationally. WAM has digitized most of the content it has, which has helped both to maximize performance and to cut down on costs and time. For more information about WAM, please visit www.wam.org.ae

SEDCO Signs Contract with Sudan News Agency

The Contract Includes the Delivery of a Whole Package of Fileworx Enterprise Content Management (ECM) to Sudan News Agency

Khartoum, Sudan – March 21, 2007 – SEDCO has recently signed a contract to provide Sudan News Agency (SUNA), with a complete Fileworx Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solution for the agency.

SUNA, a leading news agency in Sudan, required a solution that would help them manage the different types of content and automate the various processes of capturing, editorial, and delivery. After careful consideration and study, their choice was set on Fileworx from SEDCO, the leading provider of solutions for Arab news agencies.

The solution covers various content management and process automation needs of the agency. It enables SUNA to handle all types of contents including wire services, photos, audio and video, documents, and others. It also covers SUNA's needs for content delivery through mobile messaging, publishing to the web, and digital signage.

SUNA also required diverse and reliable communication means to capture and deliver content over different communication means. Fileworx communication services encompass multiple communication channels such as fax, FTP, and email that facilitate the capture of content from different content providers and deliver content to subscribers.

Fileworx will bring many benefits to SUNA. Through its business automation features, Fileworx will enable SUNA to achieve their operational targets easily in less time and cost. In addition, using an up-to-date high-end solution, like Fileworx, will enable SUNA to deliver better quality services to its subscribers. All in all, the solution should put SUNA in a better position among other news and media providers.

About Fileworx
Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others.

About SUNA:
SUNA is the official news agency in Sudan. It is a leading News and media provider in Sudan. For more information about SUNA, please visit www.sunanews.net

About SEDCO:
SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about SEDCO products and solutions, please visit www.sedco-online.com

SEDCO Delivers Fileworx Content Management Solution to Quds Press

The System is Web-enabled, Allowing Users at Quds Press to Access the System Anywhere Anytime

London, UK - January 18, 2007 – SEDCO has successfully delivered and installed Fileworx Content Management Solution for Quds Press – UK.

With the many regional offices owned by Quds Press News Agency, the agency required a centralized solution which can link its distant correspondents from their workstations to a central system which can facilitate the capturing, processing and delivery of content of different types within a short time frame. Fileworx, the Content Management Solution from Sedco, was the answer.

The installed system is web-enabled, enabling the correspondents and personnel at Quds Press to access the system through the web wherever they are. With a centralized database and archive, the agency can now ensure the integrity and availability of all content whenever it is needed.

About Quds Press:
Quds Press is an international News Agency that takes London as its headquarters, with a number of regional offices distributed around the globe. The Agency provides news services to 270 Mass Media entities in 45 countries. The news covered by the agency includes politics, economy, research, interviews, and others. For more information about Quds Press, you can visit their web site at www.qudspress.com

About Fileworx
Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others.

About SEDCO:
SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com

SEDCO Upgrades Petra News Agency

PETRA Adopts Fileworx, the Latest Technology for News Management from SEDCO

Amman, Jordan - April 1, 2006 – SEDCO has successfully finalized the upgrade of Petra News Agency's editorial system to Fileworx, the latest release from SEDCO.

The new system incorporates various crucial features that will facilitate the work of employees in an increasingly demanding environment. The solution gives the users a higher degree of productivity with minimal effort. Fileworx has been developed to provide advanced processing abilities to clients, which will in turn facilitate the work of employees in bustling workplaces like Petra News Agency, enabling the agency to deliver accurate news on time and in different formats.

About Petra News Agency:
PETRA is the official News Agency in Jordan. Established in 1969, it has a long history in providing news services to a wide range of audience.

About Fileworx:
Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others.

SEDCO Delivers Fileworx to Al Wasat Newspaper

The Delivered System, Approved by Al Wasat, Extends the Scope of Work at the Newspaper to Cover the Core Needs of Layout Designers

Manama, Bahrain – October 22, 2006 – SEDCO has successfully delivered the latest generation of Fileworx to Al Wasat Newspaper in Bahrain.

The new system has been developed to integrate the necessary features that will facilitate the work of layout designers, who constitute one of the main cornerstones for the success of any newspaper. Through integration with Adobe InDesign publishing system, Fileworx will allow users at Al Wasat newspaper to easily manage a wide range of layout designs, enabling them to come out with the best output for news publication.

The latest release of Fileworx adds lots of competitive advantages to newspapers, specifically in the field of layout design. News edited within Adobe InDesign are now automatically updated in Fileworx editorial system, thus eliminating the need for manual synchronization.

About Al Wasat Newspaper:
Al Wasat is one of the main daily newspapers issued in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with specialized sections in politics, sports, economy, and others.


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	News & Events Addustour the First Newspaper to Upgrade to Fileworx in the Region The Upgrade will Offer the Newspaper Better Management for the Different Kinds of Content it Handles Amman, Jordan – March 9, 2008 – SEDCO has recently signed an agreement with Addustour newspaper to upgrade their existing content management system to Fileworx, the latest content management solution from SEDCO. The contract was signed in a special meeting in the presence of Addustour's board members, and Mr. Wissam Sabha, the Regional Sales Manager and representative of SEDCO. Addustour, a pioneering daily newspaper in Jordan, first partnered with SEDCO years ago when they acquired Mediaworx, the previous version of Fileworx. The system vastly enhanced the different work processes inside the newspaper's premises, ensuring timely delivery of the newspaper to its enormous number of subscribers and avid readers with the least possible time and effort. As part of Addustour's commitment towards its loyal readers, the newspaper has been taking the lead in the region in following up with the latest technological developments in the media sector. Part of this was the latest arrangements with SEDCO office in Amman to implement the latest content management solution from SEDCO, Fileworx. "We are proud to be the first Arabic daily newspaper to acquire and implement this top notch solution," said Mr. Saif Al Sharif, Addustour's Chief Deputy and General Manager, in a direct reference to Addustour being the first newspaper to adopt Fileworx content management solution in the region. "We are full of hope that this upgrade will grant us better management of the different kinds of content that we deal with in our business, and that it will optimize our work," he added. Fileworx is the latest content management technology from SEDCO. The system automates the editorial processing of news from the moment they are captured until they are delivered to subscribers and readers. Fileworx incorporates a number of features that makes it the solution of choice for many leading media organizations in the region, such as newspapers, news agencies, and TV stations. The system facilitates the capture of different kinds of content from different reception channels. Once the content is captured, it can be easily processed and edited using popular authoring tools, which the system integrates with, such as Adobe InDesign. Edited content can then be automatically routed to the newspaper's chief editor for his/her approval before it is finally published in the newspaper and archived in the system's database. About Addustour: Addustour is an independent Arabic daily newspaper issued in Jordan. The newspaper first came into existence in 1967, as a result of a merger between Palestine Newspaper (1911) and Al Manar newspaper (1960). Since then, Addustour has been bringing the Jordanian press industry to vast horizons through taking initiatives and following up with technology, making it one of the top newspapers in the whole Arab world. For more information about Addustour newspaper, you can visit their website at www.addustour.com About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com SEDCO Upgrades Emirates News Agency (WAM) CMS system to Fileworx Fileworx, the Latest Content Management Solution from SEDCO, Enables the Agency to Instantly View, Edit, and Transmit Different Types of Content through Multiple Transmission Channels from a Single Screen Abu Dhabi – UAE, June 3, 2007 – SEDCO has recently commenced upgrading Emirates News Agency (WAM) existing CMS system to Fileworx, the latest Content Management Solution from SEDCO. WAM is a pioneering news agency in UAE. In order to conform to the increasing demands of the industry for instant acquisition and delivery of content of different types to the agency's wide group of subscribers, WAM required a powerful content management solution to boost its productivity and efficiency. WAM found the solution in Fileworx from SEDCO. Fileworx offers vital advancements that will enable the agency to capture and deliver different kinds of content from a single screen and with few mouse clicks. Content can be captured from multiple communication channels such as Telex, Satellite, FTP, and email, and then it can be transmitted to subscribers from a single screen. Fileworx is web-enabled, allowing users and reporters at WAM news agency to access the system and to edit content and news through the web regardless of where they are. The system is built upon a centralized database with a single archive, ensuring consistency and availability of content whenever it is needed. Fileworx offers advanced customization options, allowing for the personalization of screens based on the authorities given to each user. It incorporates a desktop client, allowing the end users to view and handle content from a single application. SEDCO has assigned elite of its highly qualified engineers to carry out this project and they are currently in the process of installing the system at the premises of WAM news agency and training the end users on the system. About Fileworx: Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others. Fileworx compounds a number of unmatched features that makes it stand out in functionality and performance. These features include total access and functionality through a web client, advanced customization and personalization options for the different user interfaces, rich text editor, integration with MS Word application, multi-transmission of news and content from a single screen, advanced security options, instant view and administration of content through Fileworx desktop client, exceptional search and retrieval capabilities, and advanced reporting features. About Emirates News Agency (WAM): WAM is a leading news agency in UAE that was established in November 1976. Since its establishment, WAM has kept abreast of changes in technology, and nowadays it distributes news and picture services through satellite, both locally and internationally. WAM has digitized most of the content it has, which has helped both to maximize performance and to cut down on costs and time. For more information about WAM, please visit www.wam.org.ae About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com SEDCO Signs Contract with Sudan News Agency The Contract Includes the Delivery of a Whole Package of Fileworx Enterprise Content Management (ECM) to Sudan News Agency Khartoum, Sudan – March 21, 2007 – SEDCO has recently signed a contract to provide Sudan News Agency (SUNA), with a complete Fileworx Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solution for the agency. SUNA, a leading news agency in Sudan, required a solution that would help them manage the different types of content and automate the various processes of capturing, editorial, and delivery. After careful consideration and study, their choice was set on Fileworx from SEDCO, the leading provider of solutions for Arab news agencies. The solution covers various content management and process automation needs of the agency. It enables SUNA to handle all types of contents including wire services, photos, audio and video, documents, and others. It also covers SUNA's needs for content delivery through mobile messaging, publishing to the web, and digital signage. SUNA also required diverse and reliable communication means to capture and deliver content over different communication means. Fileworx communication services encompass multiple communication channels such as fax, FTP, and email that facilitate the capture of content from different content providers and deliver content to subscribers. Fileworx will bring many benefits to SUNA. Through its business automation features, Fileworx will enable SUNA to achieve their operational targets easily in less time and cost. In addition, using an up-to-date high-end solution, like Fileworx, will enable SUNA to deliver better quality services to its subscribers. All in all, the solution should put SUNA in a better position among other news and media providers. About Fileworx Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others. About SUNA: SUNA is the official news agency in Sudan. It is a leading News and media provider in Sudan. For more information about SUNA, please visit www.sunanews.net About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about SEDCO products and solutions, please visit www.sedco-online.com SEDCO Delivers Fileworx Content Management Solution to Quds Press The System is Web-enabled, Allowing Users at Quds Press to Access the System Anywhere Anytime London, UK - January 18, 2007 – SEDCO has successfully delivered and installed Fileworx Content Management Solution for Quds Press – UK. With the many regional offices owned by Quds Press News Agency, the agency required a centralized solution which can link its distant correspondents from their workstations to a central system which can facilitate the capturing, processing and delivery of content of different types within a short time frame. Fileworx, the Content Management Solution from Sedco, was the answer. The installed system is web-enabled, enabling the correspondents and personnel at Quds Press to access the system through the web wherever they are. With a centralized database and archive, the agency can now ensure the integrity and availability of all content whenever it is needed. About Quds Press: Quds Press is an international News Agency that takes London as its headquarters, with a number of regional offices distributed around the globe. The Agency provides news services to 270 Mass Media entities in 45 countries. The news covered by the agency includes politics, economy, research, interviews, and others. For more information about Quds Press, you can visit their web site at www.qudspress.com About Fileworx Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others. About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com SEDCO Upgrades Petra News Agency PETRA Adopts Fileworx, the Latest Technology for News Management from SEDCO Amman, Jordan - April 1, 2006 – SEDCO has successfully finalized the upgrade of Petra News Agency's editorial system to Fileworx, the latest release from SEDCO. The new system incorporates various crucial features that will facilitate the work of employees in an increasingly demanding environment. The solution gives the users a higher degree of productivity with minimal effort. Fileworx has been developed to provide advanced processing abilities to clients, which will in turn facilitate the work of employees in bustling workplaces like Petra News Agency, enabling the agency to deliver accurate news on time and in different formats. About Petra News Agency: PETRA is the official News Agency in Jordan. Established in 1969, it has a long history in providing news services to a wide range of audience. About Fileworx: Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others. About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com SEDCO Delivers Fileworx to Al Wasat Newspaper The Delivered System, Approved by Al Wasat, Extends the Scope of Work at the Newspaper to Cover the Core Needs of Layout Designers Manama, Bahrain – October 22, 2006 – SEDCO has successfully delivered the latest generation of Fileworx to Al Wasat Newspaper in Bahrain. The new system has been developed to integrate the necessary features that will facilitate the work of layout designers, who constitute one of the main cornerstones for the success of any newspaper. Through integration with Adobe InDesign publishing system, Fileworx will allow users at Al Wasat newspaper to easily manage a wide range of layout designs, enabling them to come out with the best output for news publication. The latest release of Fileworx adds lots of competitive advantages to newspapers, specifically in the field of layout design. News edited within Adobe InDesign are now automatically updated in Fileworx editorial system, thus eliminating the need for manual synchronization. About Al Wasat Newspaper: Al Wasat is one of the main daily newspapers issued in the Kingdom of Bahrain, with specialized sections in politics, sports, economy, and others. About Fileworx: Fileworx is the latest technology for content management from SEDCO. The new system automates the processes of capturing, processing, archiving, and delivery of different types of content including news, photos, audio, video, web pages, and others. About SEDCO: SEDCO is a leading provider of specialized IT solutions in the Middle East and North Africa. For more information about our products and solutions, please visit our website at www.sedco-online.com


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