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HQ GLOBAL WORKPLACES ADOPTS EVERDREAM AS CORPORATE-WIDE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STANDARD PLATFORMEverdream’s outsourced IT service helps HQ Global Workplaces manage hundreds of remote officesFremont, Calif. - October 17, 2000 - Everdream™ Corporation, a leading provider of outsourced information technology (IT) services to small and medium offices, today announced that HQ Global Workplaces has exclusively selected Everdream’s subscription computing service for their centers. HQ Global Workplaces, with 469 centers in 17 countries, employing over 3000 people and serving over 60,000 customers, is the world’s largest provider of “officing” solutions. All employee PC and notebook users will be transitioned to a standardized Everdream platform on an aggressive schedule.Everdream pioneered the concept of subscription computing for outsourced IT services. The company provides IT services such as a 24/7 live call center support, secure online backup, virus protection and “bug” fixes, diagnosis and repair, self-healingÔ capabilities, office software, training, and unlimited nationwide Internet access including Web-based email - all included with Everdream desktops, laptops, servers and small office networks. “Supporting thousands of users across hundreds of officing centers is a constant challenge,” said Mike Grimm, Vice President of Information Technology for HQ Global. “By partnering with Everdream to outsource all of our desktop computing responsibilities including maintenance, asset management and end user support we are reducing our operating expenses by 10% while improving the level of IT service available to our employees.” Everdream has already assumed basic remote service support for the majority of HQ Global Workplaces employees. Replacement of HQ’s existing equipment and service has begun and will continue through the next six quarters. Everdream will feature top of the line desktops and notebooks from partner Hewlett-Packard in this rollout. “As a company providing workplace solutions to companies in the New Economy, it is critical that HQ Global Workplaces have the IT infrastructure to ensure they are able to act quickly to meet their clients’ needs. Furthermore, we were impressed with the leadership role of HQ’s IT executives in educating the entire organization about the Everdream outsourcing opportunity,” said Everdream CEO Gary Griffiths. “In the final analysis, the positive impact to both the bottom line and to client service was crystal clear to everyone. We expect to see this trend accelerate for large enterprises with remote offices or remote field staff, as well as for small, independent businesses.” About Everdream Everdream Corporation provides outsourced information technology (IT) expertise, products and services that enable small and medium offices to focus on their core competencies. For a low monthly fee, subscribers can quickly and easily gain access to large enterprise-class IT expertise, services and products that can increase productivity, reduce expenses and allow them to leverage the Internet. Everdream's multiple pending patents enable a world-class 24/7 solution center delivering an unprecedented service guarantee, and embedded services including secure online backup; virus protection; bug fixes; virtual hands-on assistance software; self-healing capabilities; unlimited nationwide Internet access including a Web-based email account; Web design and hosting; high-speed DSL connectivity; new HP PCs, laptops and servers, and more. Headquartered in California's Silicon Valley, Everdream currently serves thousands of computer users nationwide. The company is backed with nearly $70 million from strategic investors such as Hewlett-Packard, XO Communications, Siebel Systems, Netopia and Ricoh, as well as highly regarded institutional investors including Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Canaan Partners, NEThave and Portage Ventures. For more information, visit Everdream’s Web site at www.everdream.com, or call 1-888-307-7299. About HQ Global Workplaces HQ Global Workplaces is the world leader specializing in office outsourcing. The company provides flexible and complete officing solutions through a global network of 469 locations to full-time clients, those who need occasional access to office space and business services, and to home-based customers. HQ Global Workplaces is majority-owned by FrontLine Capital Group (Nasdaq: FLCG). HQ Global Workplaces' customers have immediate, cost-effective access to essential business services, including state-of-the-art communications, highly functional workspaces and meeting rooms, all in attractive environments designed to encourage efficiency, productivity, and comfort. ### “Everdream” is a trademark of Everdream Corporation. All other trademarks or product names are the property of their respective owners and are hereby recognized as such. Editorial Contact: Josh Morgan or Alex Plant Tenth Dimension for Everdream 415/401.4000 jmorgan@tenthdimension.com or aplant@tenthdimension.com top of page |
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