Microsoft acquires Covast's B2B technology

Microsoft has acquired Covast's advanced B2B technology to make it available as part of upcoming BizTalk Server 2006 R3 release.

The acquisition is expected to merge into R3 as superset of pieces to BizTalk Server 2006 R2's EDI component.

R3 will retain the current R2 functionality but will be more tightly integrated with Covast's reporting capabilities and adapters. Covast's B2B expertise will be expected to add value in specific verticals such as automotive, energy, manufacturing. Let all your Covast clients know.

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