Released on: October 4, 2007, 1:23 pm

Press Release Author: Anoop John/Zyxware Technologies

Industry: Internet & Online

Press Release Summary: A new software developed by a team of young software
professionals is all about to revolutionize the way information is collected and
processed in tracking epidemics like Malaria, Chikungunya, Dengue. The software,
developed by Tech-Startup Zyxware Technologies, based out of Trivandrum, India, is
being released as Free Software under the GNU General Public License (GPL) on 5th
October 2007. Although the software was developed for the State of Kerala, India,
the GNU GPL will allow it to be downloaded and used for free by any other government
in the world.

Press Release Body: The software is web based and allows Hospitals to report cases
of diseases as soon as they are registered at the hospital. The software seamlessly
integrates with the existing manual process by allowing hospitals that does not have
any web access to send paper based reports to data entry operators who can enter
them into the system or send soft copies of the reports that can be imported
automatically. The system allows secure login with role based privileges for
different roles like Government Medical Official, Hospital Staff, Data Access
Operators and System Administrator.

The GIS interface uses Google maps to present the data on a real time basis on a map
of the state. Cases of diseases are represented by markers on the map and easy
visual analysis of the pattern and extent of spread of diseases is possible. The GIS
and reporting interface processes the cases registered and presents reports that can
be used by the Health Department to monitor the situation on a real time basis and
take precautionary measures if required. Such a system will help in preventing
occurrences of disease outbreaks of the scale experienced by the State of Kerala (in
India) in the last couple of years.

It is for the first time that such a software is being developed and released as
Free Software in India. Two main objectives in releasing the software as Free and
Open Source Software are a) To promote the fact that it is possible to develop state
of the art software at very low costs and a developing country like India does not
have to languish behind other IT leaders in any areas - similar software being sold
in developed countries costs in the range of US$ 50,000 - and, b) To inspire
youngsters to take bold steps in trying out their ideas and following their dreams
instead of orthodox careers.

Zyxware Technologies, was started by Anoop John, who traded his job in the US for an
opportunity to come back and serve India. The enterprise was started, with a vision
to "Be the change we wish to see in the world" as envisioned by Mahatma Gandhi. The
primary focus of the firm is to create applications that can significantly enhance
the quality of life in the world by innovatively using technology.

The software is available for free download at the company\'s website - www.zyxware.com.



Web Site: http://www.zyxware.com

Contact Details: Zyxware Technologies
4/486 Rangoon Lane,
Kowdiar P. O.
Trivandrum,
Kerala - 695003
India

+91-471-2437711
info@zyxware.com