SAN CARLOS, Calif. – May 22, 2009 – MarkLogic Corporation, a leading provider of infrastructure software for information applications, today announced it has been named a winner in two categories of the Software and information Industry Association’s (SIIA) 24th annual CODiE Awards. MarkLogic Server 4.0 won “Best Database Management Solution” in the software category and the MarkLogic CEO Blog won for “Best Corporate Blog” in the content category.
The “Best Database Management Solution” category recognizes the best software solution for the storage, organization, management, search, and retrieval of large quantities of data. The “Best Corporate Blog” was judged on the depth of coverage, frequency, overall user experience, sophistication of analysis, user friendliness, and visual aesthetics.
There were 850 products and services submitted for consideration in this year’s awards program. “Now in its 24th year, the CODiE Awards continue to recognize those companies providing the best new technology products and services across a broad array of industries,” said Ken Wasch, president, SIIA. “In addition, its winners are a prolific testament to the power of technology to deliver innovative solutions to businesses and consumers. SIIA warmly congratulates all of the winners and nominees of the CODiE Awards, whose innovation is essential for continuing America’s leadership in the global knowledge economy.”
“We are incredibly proud to have won such prominent awards in these two intensely competitive categories. The continued industry recognition for MarkLogic Server speaks to the unique business value of this powerful software to deliver innovative information-centric applications,” said Tracy Eiler, vice president of marketing, MarkLogic Corporation. “In being named ‘Best Corporate Blog,’ it is wonderful to see our CEO presented with this honor. This provocative and educational blog has become a ‘must-read’ for anyone seeking sharp commentary on today’s hot business and technology trends.”
The 2009 winners of the CODiE Awards were recently announced during a gala at the Palace Hotel in downtown San Francisco. To view a complete list of winners, please visit 2009 CODiE Awards winners.