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Iteris Signs Distribution Agreement with ENCOM


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SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (AMEX: ITI), a leader in the traffic management market that focuses on the application and development of advanced technologies, announced today that it has signed an agreement to begin distributing ENCOMs wireless traffic control and monitoring solutions to the California and Florida traffic management markets.

ENCOM Wireless Data Solutions, Inc. manufactures a complete line of pioneering spread spectrum wireless products, such as wireless interconnect, wireless broadband networking and video solutions, along with wireless contact closure systems. With over 10,000 radios deployed throughout North America, ENCOMs wireless products are cost-effective, scalable, flexible, and powerful, delivering both simplicity and functionality to traffic monitoring and control applications.

I am very pleased to extend our strategic relationship with ENCOM and to begin distributing their wireless product portfolio. ENCOM has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality wireless solutions to the traffic management marketplace, states Abbas Mohaddes, Iteris president and chief executive officer. ENCOMs wireless Ethernet solutions complement Iteris Vantage video detection systems by enabling wireless transmission of video and data. We expect a very positive reaction from our customers and end-users.

Iteris is a leading innovator in video detection, added Ken Szgatti, president and chief executive officer of ENCOM Wireless Data Solutions, Inc. By leveraging Iteris market penetration and extensive customer-focused support organization in these two important regions, ENCOM is better able to serve its customers, expand its reach and to provide superior wireless video and data solutions tailored to our customers diverse requirements.

About ENCOM Wireless Data Solutions Inc.
ENCOM Wireless is the leading provider for wireless ITS solutions. Since 1988, ENCOM has been a pioneer in the field of wireless technologies. ENCOM products are designed to provide cost-effective and reliable solutions for a range of wireless data communication applications, including intelligent traffic systems (ITS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, and any kind of wireless networks. For more information, visit www.encomwireless.com.

About Iteris, Inc.
Iteris, Inc. is a leader in the traffic management market. Iteris is focused on the development and application of advanced technologies that reduce traffic congestion, minimize the environmental impact of traffic congestion, and improve the safety of surface transportation systems. Combining outdoor image processing, traffic engineering, and information technology, Iteris offers a broad range of Intelligent Transportation Systems and driver safety solutions to customers worldwide. Iteris is headquartered in Santa Ana, California with offices throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Investors are encouraged to contact us at 888-329-4483, or at www.iteris.com.

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