SANTA ANA, California July 24, 2001 -- For the second time, Markzware has been awarded the prestigious GATF InterTech Award, this time for their cutting-edge Internet-enabled preflight product, MarkzNet. Combining the power of preflighting with the speed and convenience of the Internet, MarkzNet performs job ticketing, preflighting, collection, compression and transmission of the job over the Internet. With MarkzNet, Markzware continues to set the pace for the industry with its patented preflighting technology. This Internet preflight application provides instant and precise communication for printers and their customers to identify and resolve document problems as well as an easy and efficient way to deliver them through the Internet. "This is great for designers because it is extremely user-friendly and provides instant feedback and guidance for correcting files. It could significantly reduce the number of incorrect files submitted to printers and therefore reduce turnaround time" said a judge from the panel when awarding this highly regarded honor. "MarkzNet is making an impact in the printing and publishing industry. It saves time and money by cutting down on the number of incorrect digital print jobs and ads being received. MarkzNet creates an interactive quality checkpoint between customer and print shop adding a needed safety net" said Patrick Marchese, president of Markzware. Historically, GATF Award winning products have had a major impact on industry production and profitability. Markzware is proud to be recognized once again. About GATF Headquartered near Pittsburgh, Pa., GATF is a member-supported, nonprofit, scientific, technical, and educational organization dedicated to the advancement of graphic communications industries worldwide. For 77 years GATF has developed leading-edge technologies and practices for printing, and each year the Foundation develops new products, services, and training programs to meet the evolving needs of the industry. About Markzware Markzware is the leader in developing quality assurance software for the graphic arts, printing and publishing industries worldwide. Markzware is a privately held company in Santa Ana, California USA. Markzware b.v. is located in Rijswijk, The Netherlands, is the headquarters for activities in Europe, The Middle East and Africa. http://www.markzware.com