MerchantSpace Commerce 3.1.1 Released

MerchantSpace becomes an approved UPS OnLine Tools Product Provider

Vancouver, BC, Canada, April 30, 2004 -- Ekkon Technologies, the developer of MerchantSpace Commerce, today announced a minor update of its leading Java-based enterprise e-commerce software.

The purpose of this release version is two-fold: to address minor bugs along with some minor code enhancements; and to adjust the application in order to become an approved UPS OnLine Tools Product Provider. More information on MerchantSpace Commerce becoming a licensed UPS OnLine Tools Product Provider will be announced in early 2005.

For a detailed breakdown of all fixes found in v3.1.1, please contact us.

About Elastic Path Software
Elastic Path Software pioneered flexible ecommerce software that enables online retailers to attract and convert customers profitably. Elastic Path's fully-integrated, ecommerce framework is designed specifically for mid-sized retailers operating within a multi-channel environment. Using innovative search engine optimization (SEO) technology and simplified open source components, Elastic Path's technology empowers its customers to maximize resources and quickly adapt tactics at a comfortable price. Companies such as Makeup.com, Cotswold Collections, Aeroplan, Random House, Electricshopping.com, and Xerox use Elastic Path for maximum control over their rapidly evolving online stores.

Elastic Path Software is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. For more information please call 1-800-942-5282 or visit www.elasticpath.com.

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