Visto
Redwood Shores, CA Why It’s Fierce: As carriers push mobile email, they are looking
for technology that they can market to both enterprise users and
consumers. Visto’s mobile email technology is designed with both these
user groups in mind, offering secure and easy-to-use mobile email across a
variety of platforms including Palm, Pocket PC, Microsoft Smartphone,
Java, and Symbian. The company’s products target both wireless carriers
and enterprises looking to launch mobile email solutions. Visto recently
forged a partnership with Microsoft to jointly target its technology to
wireless carriers looking to offer Microsoft devices and technology. The
company also recently acquired Psion Software -- Psion’s mobile enterprise
division – taking over Psion’s mobile enterprise partnerships in Europe.
Visto has carrier deals with AT&T Wireless, Nextel Communications, Rogers
AT&T Wireless, and KPN Mobile. The company’s technology is also included
with Sony Ericsson’s new P900 smart phone. Visto has secured over $50
million in financing. With strong partnerships and solid financing, Visto
is poised to become leader in mobile email. What to look for in 2004: Look for Visto to partner with another mobile OS provider, as well as sign more carrier deals. |
