July 6, 1992 -- Aurora, Colorado -- Colorado-based U S WEST Market Information Products and ProCD, Inc. of Marblehead, Mass., today introduced U S WEST SearchDisc Directory, a comprehensive business and consumer CD-ROM directory containing nearly eight million listings for the western United States. It is the most accurate, up-to-date CD-ROM product available for the region. CD-ROMs (Compact Disc, Read-Only Memory) are accessible via a CD-ROM drive linked to a personal computer. "CD-ROM directory users now have at their fingertips the fastest, most accurate and compact business and residential data base available for the western United States," said David S. Downes, Vice President and General Manager of U S WEST Market Information Products. "The SearchDisc Directory meets the data search needs of the growing number of users who recognize the increased efficiency compact disc directories offer." Downes said U S WEST and ProCD each bring critical strengths to the alliance that resulted in the SearchDisc Directory. "ProCD is an innovative, high-quality company whose strong technological capabilities and extensive market experience provide a solid foundation for this new search source," said Downes. "U S WEST is building on ProCD's expertise in the emerging field of CD-ROM technology. Together, we have created the delivery medium of choice in the information services marketplace." The SearchDisc Directory, which provides updates monthly, quarterly, semiannually and annually, allows users to search for listings by last name, address, telephone number or ZIP Code. Emergency dispatchers, libraries, genealogists, frequent directory assistance users, collection agencies, and law enforcement agencies can access information through the directory's multiple search capabilities. Scheduled for release August 1, the SearchDisc Directory will be available on one CD-ROM disc. It will also be available in various subregions and individual states within U S WEST's 14-state territory. U S WEST Market Information Products will market the SearchDisc Directory within its territory and ProCD will market the product outside U S WEST territory. ProCD will produce and provide customer and technical support for the product. Downes said U S WEST and ProCD are eager to make the SearchDisc Directory available to information users throughout the country. "We know there is a tremendous demand for information that is accurate and timely," said Downes. "We anticipate a considerable reception for this new resource because of its accuracy and recency. What is even more exciting is the fact that this product is just the beginning. We look forward to continuing to find new and even more efficient ways to assist information users with their daily needs." Subscription information about the SearchDisc Directory is available by calling toll-free 1-800-431-6600. Annual subscription pricing is based on the number of states or regions selected and the number of updates scheduled to be delivered during the year. Quantity discounts are available. ProCD, Inc. is a leader in providing quality CD-ROM telephone directories. U S WEST Market Information Products is a division of U S WEST Marketing Resources Group, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of U S WEST, Inc. U S WEST Marketing Resources packages marketing information through directories, direct marketing tools and software to help businesses successfully identify, attract and retain customers. U S WEST, Inc., is a diversified telecommunications company that owns businesses involved in regional, national and international markets. US West Marketing Resources Group Inc 198 Inverness Drive West, Englewood, CO 80112 303-784-2900 +---------------------------------------------------------------+ | From the America Online New Product Information Services | +===============================================================+ | This information was processed with OmniPage Professional OCR | | software (from Caere Corp) & a Canon IX-30 scanner from data | | provided by the above mentioned company. For additional info, | | contact the company at the address or phone# indicated above. | | All submissions for this service should be addressed to | | BAKER ENTERPRISES, 20 Ferro Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080 U.S.A. | +---------------------------------------------------------------+