Form Partnership to Survey Internet/Web Industry
San Francisco, CA (December 20, 2000) - Modalis Research
Technologies, Inc., a worldwide business information
provider and the International Webmasters Association (IWA),
the largest global association focused on educating and
certifying Web professionals today announced their strategic
partnership for development and delivery of online
information services.
The exclusive partnership will enable both global
organizations to provide better information services to
their clients and members. Modalis, a pioneer in the
development of Web-based forms of information and research
will provide IWA with instant surveys, syndicated reports,
panels and other state-of-the art information services that
will benefit IWA's members. IWA has agreed to provide
Modalis with access to over 22,000 members for conducting
industry-related research.
To facilitate the research, the two organizations will build
the "Web Profession Advisory Council," (WPAC) a research
panel, which will provide insight into the products,
services, compensation, and lifestyles of those
professionals shaping the Internet and the Web's
offerings.
"This effort is extremely important for both groups," said
Dr. Bill MacElroy, president, Modalis. "With the pace of
change and innovation, the industry needs to increase the
level of dialogue among the key thought leaders. We have
high hopes that this partnership will help to focus the
conversation on critical issues and be a resource for both
the consumers and producers of Web infrastructure
products."
"IWA is excited about the opportunity of expanding its
mission to include research services and studies to further
support our industry" explained Richard Brinegar, executive
director, IWA. "Modalis' global presence and reputation is
an asset to IWA and we look forward to this new
venture."
About Modalis Research Technologies Inc.
Modalis Research Technologies is a worldwide business
information provider, supplying decision-makers with
customized market analysis to help them navigate in a
dynamic economy. The firm specializes in interactive
research and modeling techniques for advanced industry
analysis, particularly in the fields of product development
and customer satisfaction measurement.
With offices in Austin, Berlin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas,
Düsseldorf, London, Oslo, San Francisco, Seattle,
Silicon Valley, Stockholm and Washington, D.C., Modalis
serves a worldwide client base of high technology and media
clients. The company employs more than 150 full-time
research and analyst professionals and has 300 research
specialists from 42 countries on staff.
About International Webmasters Association (IWA)
IWA, a non-profit global professional association, is
the industry's recognized leader in providing educational
and certification standards for Web professionals. IWA's
initiatives now support more than 100 official chapters
representing over 22,000 individual members in 106
countries. IWA's objectives are to provide services and
benefits to all Web professionals, which will assist them in
their career advancement. Our members adhere to the IWA Code
of Ethics and Standards of Professional Practices to guide
them in their business communication and conduct.
Contact:
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Astrid Proboll |
Richard Brinegar |
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Modalis Research Technologies, Inc. |
IWA |
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Tel: 415 430-2200 |
Tel: 626 449-3709 |