Absolute Software Introduces Persistence Technology to Dell Android Devices

VANCOUVER, May 13, 2015 /CNW/ - Absolute® Software Corporation (TSX: ABT), the industry standard for persistent endpoint security and data risk management solutions for computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones, today announced an agreement with Dell to embed Persistence® technology in  Android-powered Dell mobile devices.

Under the agreement, Persistence® technology from Absolute will be embedded in the firmware of Dell's Android devices at the factory. By activating Persistence technology, Dell customers will receive unrivaled endpoint security and data risk management, allowing IT to remain connected with all corporate devices, regardless of user or location.   

"Our relationship with Dell is a long-standing and strategic partnership that is significant to our overall success," said Geoff Haydon, chief executive officer, Absolute Software. "Since we began embedding our technology in Dell devices back in 2005, our Persistence technology has delivered an unparalleled level of endpoint security to millions of Dell devices globally. We are excited to see this number increase under the agreement, and look forward to continuing to deliver our unique technology as a complementary security solution to our mutual customers."  

About Absolute Software

Absolute Software Corporation (TSX: ABT) is the industry standard in persistent endpoint security and data risk management solutions for computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones. Persistence® technology from Absolute provides organizations with visibility and control over all of their devices, regardless of user or location. If an Absolute software client is removed from an endpoint, it will automatically reinstall so IT can secure each device and the sensitive data it contains. No other technology can do this. Absolute is positioned on three Gartner, Inc. Magic Quadrants - the Magic Quadrant for Client Management Tools (CMT), the Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) and the Magic Quadrant for Content-Aware Data Loss Prevention. Absolute is one of only four vendors to be recognized on both the CMT and EMM Magic Quadrants.  Persistence technology is embedded in the firmware of computers, netbooks, tablets and smartphones by global leaders, including Acer, ASUS, Dell, Fujitsu, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Motion, Panasonic, Samsung, and Toshiba, and the Company has reselling partnerships with these OEMs and others, including Apple. For more information about Absolute Software, visit www.absolute.com.

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SOURCE Absolute Software Corporation

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