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Datawatch's New XML Transformation Tool Now Available
URL(s): www.vortexml.com
LOWELL, Mass., April 10, 2001--Datawatch Corporation (NASDAQ: DWCH), a leading
provider of business intelligence/enterprise reporting solutions, data transformation tools and support center software,
announced today the availability of VorteXML(TM) Version 1 (V1), the first software tool that enables users to easily
convert structured text data into valid XML without programming. VorteXML is available for online purchase
immediately at www.vortexml.com. In addition, Datawatch is offering users a free, downloadable 30-day "test drive"
version at the same web site.
VorteXML allows users to extract, transform and export valid XML from any recurring structured text data output
such as reports, invoices, log files, EDI documents, and HTML using any DTD or XDR schema. In many cases, this
output is the sole source of straightforward access to this information. Using structured text data output can eliminate the
need to decipher the complex database schema and program logic of existing systems. Users can now quickly generate
XML documents without "reinventing" the trusted output from their current systems.
"We're putting the power of XML into the hands of everyone," said John Kitchen, vice president of marketing at
Datawatch. "Now companies large and small can spend more time improving their e-business applications and
processes without worrying about how to produce the appropriate XML data from their current systems. Most
companies haven't previously used structured text data as an XML source because such output typically has a complex
structure and data relationships that make it difficult to parse and export into different formats. VorteXML makes it
simple."
About VorteXML
Designed to make data transformation as easy as possible, VorteXML utilizes proven report parsing and recognition
technology from Datawatch's industry leading report mining Monarch(TM) software to reduce the complexity of
transforming text data to valid XML.
VorteXML reads structured text data files downloaded from any mainframe or midrange system, or produced on a
PC. These files are commonly known as print files or spool files, but are also referred to as text files (TXT), formatted
text files, PRN files and SDF files. VorteXML also reads HTML.
VorteXML uses two distinct modes of operation: input and output. The input mode is responsible for the extraction
of data and creation of the hierarchy and relationships in the data. Input mode also provides for the definition of
calculated fields to derive new XML content from existing text data files and filters to limit the export to criteria the user
establishes. It is also possible to define field types, assisting in alleviating one of the weaknesses of DTDs. The output
mode is responsible for mapping of data to the attributes and elements in a DTD or XDR schema and the validation and
export of the XML data.
Once defined, these input and output rules may be saved in a profile for use every time the user needs to export the
same source type output to XML. VorteXML excels in taking the pain out of repetitive conversion tasks.
Uses for VorteXML
Generating valid XML documents for B2B and industry exchanges
Converting EDI to XML
Communicating with vendors, partners, etc. without changing internal business infrastructures and processes
Facilitating transfer of data from e-commerce web sites to back office systems
Reformatting different text/data streams into common format for distribution
Moving legacy data into new databases including XML repositories
Publishing legacy data on web sites
Delivering electronic bills and statements
Reconciling information from different regions and different divisions within an organization
System Requirements
VorteXML requires Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0+ or Windows 2000, Internet Explorer 5.0 or
higher, and a minimum of 64 MB of RAM.
Pricing and Availability
VorteXML, which is available immediately for purchase and download at www.vortexml.com, is priced at $599 per
user. For additional purchase information, please call (800) 445-3311.
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