Accela Communications Launches AccelaCast™ Audio Express - Cost Effective Production Format Delivering Timely, On-Demand Rich Media Programs

Released on = May 24, 2005, 7:35 am

Press Release Author = Ann Roskey, Accela Communications, Inc.

Industry = Management

Press Release Summary = Accela Communications expands its portfolio of on-demand rich media product offerings with the introduction of AccelaCast Audio Express. AccelaCast Audio Express programs deliver the same viewer benefits as any AccelaCast program and are optimized for speedy and cost effective delivery to market.

Press Release Body = Southborough, MA – May 24, 2005 Accela Communications expands its portfolio of on-demand rich media product offerings with the introduction of AccelaCast Audio Express. AccelaCast Audio Express programs deliver the same viewer benefits as any AccelaCast program and are optimized for speedy and cost effective delivery to market.

“We introduced this new format in response to demand from our customers who are using on-demand rich media for an even wider variety of marketing communications
purposes. This production format is perfect for quick-hit programs that need to be out the door quickly, and don’t require editing or post-production services,” commented Bill Reinstein, President/CEO of Accela Communications.

Like all AccelaCast programs, the AccelaCast Audio Express navigation features are built to behave like a well-designed web site, encouraging exploration and interaction with program content, reinforcing the message, and providing optimum user experience. Multiple data collection options are combined with audio presentations, slide navigation tools, powerful search functionality, multi-language transcripts, interactive Q&A and numerous other resources designed to provide an engaging viewer experience for the audience, and an effective marketing communications tool for corporate users.

Additional Audio Express Program Benefits:
• Experienced webcast producers to create the audio and deliver the program
• Flexible player sizing allows for effective integration and embedding of programs directly into any web page
• Complete registrant data and demographic reports delivered via daily or weekly emails
• Flash-based platform uses no pop-up windows, ensuring maximum viewership
• Multiple registration options maximize data capture effectiveness
• Support for Windows, Macintosh, Linux and Unix operating systems available with no special downloads

Additional Resources for Optimizing Webcasts:
• Next Generation Webcasting: This paper discusses strategies for how to construct a superior webcast that avoids technical roadblocks, is easy to navigate and inviting to watch.
http://www.accelacomm.com/jlp/acipr/1/1203/

• On-Demand Rich Media: The next generation of webcasting. Join Accela Communications CEO Bill Reinstein as he discusses how to use on-demand rich media effectively.
http://www.accelacomm.com/jlp/acipr/1/10003484/

About Accela Communications
Accela Communications provides Web-based services that accelerate sales and business growth for customers and partners across a wide range of industries. We generate
actionable results through the AccelaCast™ on-demand rich media platform and suite of services, the AccelaWorks™ Web response management system and the ITworld.com® Site Network. For more information, please visit us at http://www.accelacommunications.com.

For More Information Contact:

Clare O’Brien
Vice President, Sales
Accela Communications, Inc.
clare_obrien@accelacommunications.com
508.303.9709

Jeff Bodenmann
VP Partner Development
Accela Communications, Inc.
jeff_bodenmann@accelacommunications.com
646.486.9870

Web Site = http://www.accelacommunications.com

Contact Details = For More Information Contact:

Clare O’Brien
Vice President, Sales
Accela Communications, Inc.
clare_obrien@accelacommunications.com
508.303.9709

Jeff Bodenmann
VP Partner Development
Accela Communications, Inc.
jeff_bodenmann@accelacommunications.com
646.486.9870