Canto announced the immediate availability of Cumulus 6. The version boasts ease-of-use by simplifying creation, management, and deployment of Digital Assets. The new server-centric concept behind the Workgroup Server Solutions and Enterprise also simplifies the users‘ daily work when managing assets.

Cumulus 6 packs a list of new features. All assets can be managed and made accessible centrally in one window, allowing the creation virtual asset repositories. Also, users can switch between different views with preconfigured View Sets, or display the information they find relevant with regard to format or task. Cumulus 6 also offers Asset Handling Sets for optimized handling of different formats. In Workgroup and Enterprise these preconfigured sets can be edited and provided centrally by the administrator. Furthermore, with Cumulus 6, Mac OS X clients and Single User version will be offered for the first time. Native support for the entire product line is an enhancement for creative professionals where Mac OSX represents the leading platform.

The release of Cumulus 6 also marks the introduction of the EJaP (Embedded Java PlugIn) technology. Both customers and system integrators can customize the available out-of-the-box solutions to meet their specific needs. In a nutshell, the administration of tailor-made solutions is now a possibility. Cumulus 6 can be integrated into any workflow, be it Enterprise Portal or Enterprise Content Management.

Cumulus 6 Single User and Workgroup are available immediately for download. Server versions for Mac OS X, Windows, Linux and Solaris, and Client and Single User versions for Mac OS X and Windows are offered. Upgrades will be offered for existing installations. Users who participate in the Upgrade Advantage Program will receive this upgrade within that UAP.

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