4SameDay Network expands geographic reach with the addition of 7 new members.

November 3, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division of Sidewinder NA, Ltd. Corp., today announced the addition of 7 new members to the nationwide courier network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s premier independent courier network receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the 4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet advertising, search engine optimization, web design, vendor discounts and more.

Austin Professional Couriers- Austin, TX; Hot Shot Delivery- Houston, TX; Intelliquick Delivery- Phoenix, AZ; Maryland Messenger- Baltimore, MD; On Demand Delivery- Cleveland, OH; Relay Express- Cincinnati, OH; and Roadrunner Courier- Tampa, FL have recently joined the network of over 55 couriers providing delivery services to customers across the US.

“We are very pleased with the new couriers on the system,” says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay. “Our goal is to fill the network with professional courier companies in order to satisfy the needs of the shippers across the US as well as the recent reseller agreement with Greyhound PackageXpress.”

Along with new members, there have also been expansions in territory coverage by couriers currently on the network. Hackbarth Delivery, based in Mobile, AL, has extended their coverage to include Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and parts of Florida. In addition, AQuick Delivery, based in Atlanta, GA, has recently expanded coverage on the network to include the entire state of Georgia.

Over 25 new courier companies are expected to join the 4SameDay network by the end of the year, bringing the network and its courier capabilities to a new and more competitive level for 2005.


Greyhound PackageXpress® Expands Market Reach for Expedited Package Delivery Service

DALLAS (Sept. 20, 2004) – Greyhound PackageXpress® (GPX) today announced it is expanding its expedited package delivery service within the United States. GPX customers in thousands of communities soon will be able to ship packages door-to-door within 350 miles for same-day or early next day delivery.

To penetrate new markets, GPX is working with 4SameDay Couriers, a division of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp. The 4SameDay member and affiliate network will resell GPX services to their customers in major metropolitan markets across the United States. 4SameDay members and affiliates also will become the courier service for GPX package pick up and delivery for its door-to-door service offering.

“We look forward to expanding our expedited package delivery service into new markets throughout the United States,” says Dave Phillips, vice president of GPX. “This opportunity assists us in achieving our growth goals as well as bringing additional visibility to the affordable and convenient GPX services we offer.”

GPX door-to-door service not only provides customers with expedited delivery, but it also includes more convenient later pick up and earlier delivery times, typically at a better price than most other delivery options available to customers. The new program initially will roll out in Texas, expanding nationwide by the end of the year.

“We continue to look for same-day solutions to pass along to our customers,” says George Best, president, 4SameDay Solutions/Sidewinder N.A. “This new program allows us to provide our customers with alternative shipping solutions that can save time and money.”

About GPX
Greyhound PackageXpress® (GPX), a division of Greyhound Lines, Inc., has been a leading provider of expedited shipping solutions for over 90 years. Greyhound moves over one million shipments per year in the U.S. GPX offers a wide range of same-day, expedited and deferred ground delivery services using the Greyhound network of 17,000 daily departures to over 2,500 North American destinations. Greyhound PackageXpress is the one-stop source for shipping same day and overnight packages at very attractive rates, offering flexibility with shipment weight and size as compared to other package shipping providers. For additional information visit the GPX website at www.shipgreyhound.com.

4SameDay partners with On-Hold Marketing Inc. to provide discounts to Couriers

September 8, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp., today announced a discount program with On-Hold Marketing Inc. for the call hold marketing needs of couriers on the network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s premier independent courier network receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the 4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet advertising, search engine optimization, web design, vendor discounts and more.

On-Hold Marketing Inc., in business since 1987, focuses on all of the professional message needs that companies require, including telephone on-hold messages and voiceover for web sites. With over 6,000 customers across North America, On-Hold Marketing proved to be a powerful partner for the 4SameDay Network. Couriers on the network are able to redeem the discounts immediately.

Through this program, On-Hold Marketing has agreed to waive all start up costs and provide discounts equal to over 60% off of their normal pricing for on-hold marketing needs. This represents a significant discount for the courier companies on the 4SameDay Network.

“By partnering with On-Hold Marketing, we are making on-hold messaging more affordable to couriers on the network,” says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay Network. “It is a proven and effective method to increasing sales and we are pleased to offer this service to our couriers at such a great rate.”

“On-hold messaging assists in building a professional image and lets the 4SameDay couriers advertise their services even when their customers are on hold. I am pleased to partner with 4SameDay and look forward to working with the many customers on the network in taking their business to the next level,” said Bill Coville Jr., VP, Marketing, On-Hold Marketing Inc.

4SameDay partners with NTB and Tire Kingdom to provide discounts to Couriers
August 16, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division of Sidewinder N.A., Ltd. Corp., today announced a discount program with National Tire & Battery (NTB) and Tire Kingdom for the tire and auto service needs of couriers on the network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s premier independent courier network receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the 4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet advertising, search engine optimization, web design, vendor discounts and more.

With over 600 locations in 28 states and great customer service, NTB and Tire Kingdom were the most appropriate choice to provide a discount program to the couriers on the network. Effective immediately, the courier companies on the network are able to redeem the discounts.

Through this program, NTB and Tire Kingdom will provide several discounts on tires, service and parts, all of which represent significant savings to our network of same-day transportation providers.

“This discount program represents another way that the 4SameDay team is focused on providing valuable discounts to members of the network,” says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay. “NTB and Tire Kingdom are strong service providers with quality products and we are pleased to be associated with the organization.”

4SameDay partners with Firehouse Graphics to provide discounts to Couriers
July 30, 2004- Dallas, TX- The 4SameDay Network, a division of Sidewinder Holdings, today announced a pricing partnership with Firehouse Graphics for the business printing needs of Couriers on the network. 4SameDay.com is North America’s premier independent courier network receiving an average of 20,000 hits per month by customers looking for same-day courier services. For a monthly fee, courier companies can join the 4SameDay network and receive leads from the 4SameDay site, additional internet advertising, search engine optimization, web design, vendor discounts and more.

4SameDay began the search for a low priced, reputable printing vendor to provide a discount program to the couriers on the network. Firehouse Graphics satisfied those needs and effective immediately, the Couriers on the network are able to redeem this discount.

Led by Gary Cline, Firehouse Graphics is a full service printing firm that has several years of printing experience in the same-day transportation industry. Through this partnership, Firehouse Graphics will provide discounts of up to 25% off regular price printed products along with at-cost shipping on all orders. This represents potentially huge savings for courier companies.

“I am very pleased with the vendor we have chosen to represent the network, says Mary Meredith, Director of Marketing, 4SameDay Network. “Firehouse Graphics is very service oriented, with low pricing and fast turnaround. It’s a win-win for all of us.”

“We look forward to working with couriers on the 4SameDay Network,” says Gary Cline, President of Firehouse Graphics. “This opportunity allows us to get even more involved with the industry and offer discounted prices in return.”

Sidewinder signs agreement providing reseller rights to California based transportation firm
May 17, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings, Ltd., the International provider of real-time mobile resource optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency, today announced the signing of a multi-year reseller agreement with California based, Transportation Management (TM). In addition, 4SameDay Courier Network, owned by Sidewinder North America, has entered in to a cross-marketing agreement with TM, providing express delivery work to their customers across the US. As a result of the agreements, TM will be able to resell real-time mobile resource optimization software co-branded with the “TM” logo.

Transportation Management, founded in 1995, focuses on providing Transportation Consulting and Same-Day Transportation services, including same-day delivery, routed delivery, warehousing, air expedite and distribution services, to customers across the US. Through the agreement, TM, a long time user of the Sidewinder system to dispatch their own deliveries, will begin reselling the software on the consulting side to those customers requiring route optimization, dispatch software and real-time tracking capabilities.

This agreement also further solidifies the relationship between TM and the 4SameDay Courier network. TM will market the 4SameDay network to its customers which will, through an interface with TM’s customers, handle the majority of the intra-city movement of goods across the US.

“This agreement is a significant opportunity for both companies to use their respective areas of expertise to deliver technology and delivery services to the transportation industry,” says George Best, President, Sidewinder Holdings. “Combining our strengths and working on a collaborative basis will allow us to more successfully service our customers.”

“We often work with shippers who are looking for a nationwide network of delivery companies that can interface with their systems for the seamless transition of orders between all interested parties. The 4SameDay network and Sidewinder’s technology suite allows us to offer that to our customers,” says Eric Reese, President, Transportation Management. “This agreement will allow us to expand our offering.”

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About Transportation Management
Transportation Management provides consulting and same day transportation services across the US. Additional information is available at www.tmllc.com.

Sidewinder Appoints Tim Potthoff, Sales Director
May 17, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings, Ltd., the International provider of real time mobile resource optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency, today announced the appointment of Tim Potthoff to the position of Sales Director.

Tim, whose transportation industry experience spans management roles within major logistics, delivery and software companies, will be promoting the company's highly successful range of route optimization and mobile resource management tools.

Mr. Potthoff has over 15 years in the transportation and logistics software industries, including most recently with NextJet Technologies.

“The hiring of Mr. Potthoff demonstrates our continued commitment to improving Sidewinder’s sales and marketing efforts throughout North America,” said George Best, President, Sidewinder. "Tim is a great fit for Sidewinder because of his success in selling and his experience and expertise within this industry. We are pleased to have him on board.”

Razorback Systems announces a name change to 4SameDay Software
May 17, 2004- Dallas, TX- Sidewinder North America, parent company of Razorback Systems and the 4SameDay Network has announced that it would begin marketing both brands under the 4SameDay name.

Razorback Systems, specializing in providing software and business services to the express delivery industry will now be marketed as 4SameDay Software, while the North American network of independent couriers will remain known as the 4SameDay Network. The 4SameDay Software package will continue to offer the same suite of products that were offered through the Razorback Systems brand. This includes Intelligent Dispatch, Route Optimization, Internet Order Entry, Enterprise Order Management Systems, Mobile Data Systems, Interfaces to Legacy Systems and a host of related business services for express delivery companies and their customers.

“Changing the name of our software package to 4SameDay better reflects the things that we do as a company as well as the direction we are going,” says Mary Meredith, Marketing Director. The 4SameDay brand is synonymous with the express delivery industry. Consolidating the product identities under one brand will increase awareness of both offerings. This initiative will generate considerable marketing synergies while leveraging existing presence and success."

“Through the new 4SameDay brand, couriers can not only be a member of the largest independently owned courier network, providing national advertising, a larger geographic reach and the ability to compete for national accounts through the unified presence of the network, but they can also choose to offer technology features to their customers such as web orders, package tracking, optimized routes, signature capture, 2-way mobile data, records management, barcode scanning, GPS tracking, and a variety of Industry leading technologies. It’s a win-win." said George Best, President.

Sidewinder Appoints Mary Meredith, Marketing Director
March 5, 2004 — Dallas, Texas — Sidewinder Holdings, Ltd., the International provider of real time mobile resource optimization software for vehicle and people resource efficiency, today announced the appointment of Mary Meredith to the newly created position of Marketing Director.

Ms. Meredith will be responsible for leading the marketing efforts of Sidewinder Holdings along with the marketing efforts for the 4SameDay courier network.

Ms. Meredith has significant experience in the courier and logistics industries, including most recently managing the marketing efforts of the largest North American same-day transportation provider, Dynamex Inc.

“We are very pleased to welcome Mary to the Sidewinder team,” said George Best, President, Sidewinder. “The creation of this role is a major step in our continued commitment to providing the highest level of service to our customers along with a continued focus on growth. It is our vision to be the dominate player in this market and to upgrade the information management capabilities of companies throughout the industry and we are confident that Mary’s industry experience and marketing expertise will assist us in this vision.”

Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. Corp. announces acquisition of 4SameDay.com

August 14, 2003- Dallas, TX- Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. Corp., and its service mark Razorback Systems, best known for its suite of non-stop optimization and dispatch systems, has completed the acquisition of Boston based 4SameDay.com. The acquisition of the US-based 4SameDay.com, includes all intellectual property, Internet software as well as the nationally recognized brand and database of customers.

"This acquisition demonstrates the commitment we've made to couriers and shippers using Razorback Systems' optimization and dispatch software," says George Best, President. "As our products are increasingly used upstream by shippers like record centers, and the network of couriers using our software to perform deliveries for their customers continues to grow, an electronic exchange of orders between shippers and couriers across our network will take place."

One such example is already implemented in Houston, TX where a record center optimizes deliveries for today, and electronically sends the overflow deliveries to a courier on the network using Razorback Systems software.

Acquisition of 4SameDay.com under Sidewinder N.A. Ltd. places it alongside Razorback Systems in the company's organizational chart. 4SameDay.com features geographic exclusivity to its courier members and a single point of presence for shippers needing a courier.

"4SameDay.com has been successful in the US market by consistently rating the highest in the major search engines for companies searching for courier services. By integrating 4SameDay and Razorback, couriers can offer features to their customers like web orders, package tracking, optimized routes, signature capture, 2-way mobile data with driving directions, records management, barcode scanning, GPS tracking, and a variety of Industry leading technologies. We are increasingly looking like a North American logistics marketplace, with our software sitting in the middle of it all. It is our intention to strengthen the 4SameDay brand by expanding its presence throughout the North American market." said Best.

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