Classified Information and Technology Consulting Associates announce a strategic partnership to provide the Pharmaceutical industry with robust and secure data transmission

Classified Information, Inc. (CI) and Technology Consulting Associates (TCA) announce a strategic partnership to provide the pharmaceutical industry with a complete and secure data transmission solution for communication between pharmaceutical companies, suppliers and regulatory agencies. The combination of CIs industry-leading Templar (T5) solution and TCAs eSafety Distribution Center makes for a complete solution for any pharmaceutical company in meeting regulatory requirements for electronically transmitting individual case safety reports via the ICH E2B standard.

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Michael Cancella
Michael.cancella@templarsoftware.com
(917) 816-5194

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
(PRWEB)October 16, 2003 Classified Information, Inc. (CI) and Technology Consulting Associates (TCA) announce a strategic partnership to provide the pharmaceutical industry with a complete and secure data transmission solution for communication between pharmaceutical companies, suppliers and regulatory agencies. The combination of CIs industry-leading Templar (T5) solution and TCAs eSafety Distribution Center makes for a complete solution for any pharmaceutical company in meeting regulatory requirements for electronically transmitting individual case safety reports via the ICH E2B standard.

T5 is the latest iteration of Templar, a pioneering application in the EDI/INT space. T5 is Java-based and provides users with multiple encryption algorithms, encryption strengths, and built-in trading-partner management. Templar is currently in use by the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and several pharmaceutical companies for the secured transmission of regulatory data. T5 is both AS1 and AS2 certified by the Drummond Group.

TCAs eSafety Distribution Center is a comprehensive, secure, and validated solution for distributing ICSRs to the FDA, EMEA, other health authorities, and licensing partners via E2B, fax, e-mail. TCAs solution integrates with any safety database, and is fully compliant with ICH ESTRI technical standards.

This relationship with TCA marks an important juncture for our company," says Matt Lechowicz, president of CI. We are targeting best-in-industry partners to provide more comprehensive, industry specific solutions. In doing so, we will bring additional value to our customers." Jerry Rose, President of TCA added, We are excited about collaborating with CI to provide a cutting-edge and cost effective electronic communication service for safety reporting.

About Classified Information, Inc.
Headquartered in San Marcos California, Classified Information, Inc. specializes in highly secure data transactions over the Internet. Their flagship product, Templar, was the pioneer software for the mid-1990s EDI over internet" initiative. Some of T5s customers include Worldchain, United Parcel Service, Deutsche Bank, Software Spectrum, Jet Blue, GE Capital, Blue Shield, America West, Home Shopping Network, and Sealy. For further information, contact Michael Cancella at Michael.cancella@templarsoftware.com or at 1-917-816-5194. Visit the Classified Information website at www.templarsoftware.com for more information about the cost-effective, industry-leading Templar (T5) application.

About Technology Consulting Associates
Technology Consulting Associates, LLC (TCA) was founded in 1998 with the objective of providing expert technology and business consulting services at superior value. Since its founding, TCA has partnered with Fortune 500 clients in a wide range of industries to deliver effective technology solutions, transforming their businesses and delivering tangible returns. The companys Core Services are focused on planning for, and managing the implementation of, strategic technologies and supporting business processes. As TCA has matured, functional areas of expertise have been developed in areas that provide significant business benefits through the application of technology including: Electronic Commerce, Mergers & Acquisitions, Knowledge Management, Customer Contact, and Electronic Workplace. TCA has a wide range of industry experience including: pharmaceuticals, finance and insurance, technology, distribution, finance and insurance, manufacturing, medical, retail, telecommunications, transportation, and utilities. For more information about TCA products and services for the pharmaceutical industry, visit www.tca-llc.com.
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