PRESS RELEASE Of interest to editors and journalists covering: Business/Finance, Art, Hobbies/Collecting, Software, Internet, General Collector Systems Raises the Bar for Online Art Management Software Solutions NEW YORK, NY - January 19, 2004 /Send2Press Newswire/ -- Collector Systems, LLC (www.collectorsystems.com) has announced the release of "Collector Systems" version 1.5, the latest iteration of its innovative data management solution for keeping track of works of art, antiques, jewelry, and other valuable personal property. "Version 1.5 furthers our commitment to our members by making it easier than ever for them to manage their property. We continue in our mission to exploit the developing information technology so that our members can enjoy their prized possessions in a totally secure environment. Our application is both intuitive and easy to use," said Eric Kahan, President. "Like Picasso, we strive for the elegance and depth that lies in simplicity." Collector Systems is designed to be functional for collectors at every level, from the beginner to the most advanced. It is equally effective for other uses such as home inventory and safety deposit box contents for insurance purposes or for integrated use in an overall financial plan. In addition to its core constituency of collectors, the company's members include interior designers, artists, corporations, private banking units, family offices, and trust and estate officers. "We are especially well liked by insurance agents", Kahan adds. The powerful and convenient Collectors Systems application is securely available to members 24/7/365, anywhere in the world through an Internet connection. "We are in the forefront when it comes to security and application development in our markets. We always will be," says Kahan. The same commitment to thoroughness and elegant practicability characterizes the Collector Systems application itself. "We want our members to be comfortable, not intimidated," Kahan says. The user is led through a series of simple steps to create records for their valuable property, which may be organized in any manner desired. Each record seamlessly integrates data, images, documents and detailed reports. Importantly, the company also offers a full complement of related services, including, digital photography, data entry, and transfer of information from other database applications. An inexpensive entry-level membership allows new users to experiment with Collector Systems. Beyond this, the company offers memberships for individual users with more extensive requirements, as well as Corporate and Institutional memberships. The public site offers considerable additional information, as well as a free 30-day trial membership. "Our company is fortunate to have such a fine combination of personnel with so much experience in both information technology and the art world," says Kahan. "Keep an eye on us. This is only the beginning." For further information on Collector Systems or to subscribe online visit http://www.collectorsystems.com or call 212-431-0897. Collector Systems, LLC, is a privately held company that develops art and object database systems as well as customized solutions and services for collectors, appraisers, conservators, and wealth managers. The company serves all those with an interest in the professional management of valuable personal property. MEDIA CONTACT: Eric Kahan Of Collector Systems, LLC info@collectorsystems.com +1-212-431-0897 # # # [ source of news = Collector Systems, LLC ] ref: http://www.send2press.com/2archive/2004/pr_04_0119-collector.txt http://www.send2press.com/2archivePDF/pr_04_0119-collector.pdf --------------------------------------------------------------------------- *IMPORTANT NOTE TO MEDIA: to reach the organization releasing this news, please contact: info@collectorsystems.com If used for publication, please send specimen copy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- S2PPRN/4c/ NY / NEW YORK, N.Y. / Copr. (c) 2004 Send2Press. This release was issued on behalf of the above organization by Send2Press(tm), a unit of Neotrope(R). http://www.Send2Press.com .