EAST systematically defines and standardizes business application security requirements. With its vendor-independent, plug-and-play integration capabilities and object-oriented interface, different business applications can consume common security services on a single user account.

Productivity is increased through streamlined application access, secure information sharing and significant overall workload reduction. Other advantages of EAST includes state-of-the-art adaptive architecture, PKI infrastructure, proven stability, multi-platform support, and ease of integration and maintenance. These are reinforced by a strong local support presence around the world.

Already globally adopted by many JP Morgan Chase applications of different lines of business, EAST introduces new business opportunities, provides quicker time to market, and reduces total ownership costs. The added convenience and improved security of centralized control across many applications are matched with shared solution strategy that also facilitate compliance with the latest legislation relating to digital information exchange.

Judges' Comments

"Innovative decoupling of the security module from the application module ... practical and robust ... industry standard expertise and very high software quality persuaded overseas colleagues in the major US parent firm to commit to a security platform developed by a talented team of just ten from its Hong Kong."