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September 28th, 2015

DataLocker Expands Presence in Japan With Partnership With EIT Co. Ltd. - DataLocker Inc.


OVERLAND PARK, KS–(September 28, 2015) – DataLocker (datalocker.com), a leading provider of encryption solutions, announced today that it has enhanced its market position in Asia with a new distribution partnership with Tokyo based EIT Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Minato Holdings (JASDAQ 6862). Through the partnership, EIT will become the exclusive distributor for DataLocker’s complete range of award winning data security solutions in Japan.

EIT Co. Ltd. provides many of Japan’s leading companies with the latest IT security solutions. Take Wakayama, President & CEO, Minato Holdings Inc. said, “We are excited to offer DataLocker’s encryption solutions ranging from portable encrypted storage devices to cloud based protection that can be centrally managed via its SafeConsole™ encryption management platform. Our customers require the best security solutions, and DataLocker has proven that it is an industry leader worldwide.”

DataLocker, through this partnership, will be introducing its encrypted storage solutions, including the DL3 series external hard drives, Sentry encrypted flash drives, SafeCrypt cloud encryption gateway and SafeConsole™ encryption management platform into the Japanese market.

Japanese enterprises in need of these types of solution can contact EIT Co Ltd. to arrange a demonstration or a trial of DataLocker solutions.
DataLocker Inc. CEO, Jay W. Kim, said, “It is an honor to partner with EIT, as they have a strong reputation of IT security leadership in Japan. We look forward to a long and fruitful relationship.”

IDC Japan estimates the Japanese data security market to grow to $2.5 billion USD by 2018.

About DataLocker
DataLocker delivers advanced encryption solutions that protect sensitive data in the hands of a mobile workforce. Founded in 2007, DataLocker offers hardware, software and cloud-based encryption solutions for thousands of government, military and enterprise clients worldwide. DataLocker products combine superior convenience and usability with state of the art security. From encrypted external drives and optical media to secure cloud storage solutions, DataLocker products make it easy to control, transport and share confidential information. Learn more at datalocker.com.

About EIT
EIT was founded in 1991, is a subsidiary of Minato Holdings (JASDAQ 6862) and is a leading Japanese IT systems consulting and development firm. Based in Tokyo, EIT provides IT services for many of Japan’s leading conglomerates. For more information visit www.e-it.co.jp