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Overview

BlackBerry® Professional Software is based on the same best-in-class BlackBerry® software – but with simplified features that are relevant to your business. You enjoy the same advantages in productivity, management and security, in a package that can be installed on your existing email server and is priced right for you.

Designed to mobilize your business

BlackBerry Professional Software is specifically designed to meet the needs of small to medium businesses. You and your employees get wireless access to email, business data, the Internet, organizer info and more – all using BlackBerry® smartphones.

Worry-free installation, set-up and management

BlackBerry Professional Software installs easily on one existing server. It can be the same one you use for email* – so there’s no need to purchase additional hardware. A set-up wizard simplifies the installation process for your IT team and Research In Motion (RIM) provides one free technical support incident.

Control – and peace of mind

BlackBerry Professional Software provides organizations with hands-on control over their BlackBerry smartphones:

  • Browser use – Disable the browser, or prevent access to certain sites
  • Phone – Limit long-distance calling to certain employees or certain numbers
  • Data back-ups – Enforce back-ups of data at intervals defined by you

Stay confident with advanced security features

With BlackBerry Professional software, you can rest easy knowing your information stays protected and confidential. You’re arming your business with the same BlackBerry security features that corporations and governments rely on – minus the complexity.

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* Microsoft Exchange and IBM Lotus Domino currently supported.

 

Features

BlackBerry® Professional Software delivers the reliability, features and security performance your employees need. And it’s easy to set up and manage, so you can stay focused on running your business.

Simple Installation

  • Pre-install Assistant – performs technical assessment of environment and informs user of issues before installation
  • Installs on existing server – could be the same machine as your email server*
  • Defaults to recommended configuration

Ease of Management

  • Simplified BlackBerry Manager interface
  • Home screen is one-stop location for most management tasks
  • Wizard and quick links are provided for common functions (e.g. add/delete a user)
  • Simplified IT policy templates
  • Technical support options designed for your business

Advanced Security Features

  • End-to-end Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) or Triple Data Encryption Standard (Triple DES) encryption
  • Industry-recognized security certifications
  • Local encryption of all data

IT Policies

  • IT policies and commands that enable IT administrators to:
    • Impose device lock-down
    • Wipe data from lost or stolen devices
    • Define and wirelessly enforce security settings such as Bluetooth® lockout and controlling access to voice calling

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* Microsoft Exchange and IBM Lotus Domino currently supported.

 

Compare

Not sure if BlackBerry® Professional Software is right for your business? Compare it to BlackBerry® Enterprise Server options that are also available:

  BlackBerry Professional Software BlackBerry Enterprise Server BlackBerry Internet Service Hosted BlackBerry Enterprise Server
Email Platforms Supported Microsoft® Exchange®, IBM® Lotus® Domino® Microsoft Exchange, IBM Lotus Domino, Novell GroupWise POP3, IMAP n/a
Includes support for Enterprise Instant Messaging* No Yes No Yes
Includes support for BlackBerry MDS Runtime applications No Yes n/a Yes
Pre-install Tool Yes No n/a n/a
Sized to run on email server Yes No – separate server required n/a n/a
Includes free Installation Support Yes Yes n/a Yes
Pricing** ($US) $499 MSRP for 5 users, or $849 MSRP for 10 users $3,999 n/a Ask your service provider
Client Access Licenses (CALs) included 5 or 10 20 n/a n/a
CAL limit 30 2,000 n/a None
Pricing** to purchase more CALs ($US) 1 CAL - $99
5 CAL - $429
10 CAL - $699		 1 CAL - $99
5 CAL - $429
10 CAL - $699
50 CAL - $3,299
Larger CAL packs available. Call 1-800-327-9085 for pricing. 		n/a Ask your service provider    

* Instant Messaging support includes Microsoft Live communication Server, Lotus Domino Sametime.
** All prices in US dollars. Software and CALs available from your wireless service provider, BlackBerry® reseller or online from the BlackBerry Store.

 

Pricing & Purchasing

BlackBerry® Professional Software is not only designed specifically for small and medium-sized businesses, but it’s priced for them too.

Bundles

BlackBerry Professional Software is available in two convenient bundles to get you started. Prices below are subject to change and are the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. Your service provider may sell for less.

BlackBerry Professional Software – 5 users $499 USD (MSRP)
BlackBerry Professional Software – 10 users $849 USD (MSRP)

Client Access Licenses

When you’re ready to add more users to your BlackBerry Professional Software, you can purchase additional Client Access Licenses (CALs) – up to a maximum of 30 total users. BlackBerry Professional Software supports BlackBerry® Enterprise Server CALs and is backward compatible with BlackBerry Enterprise Server - Small Business Edition CALs.

Upgrading from BlackBerry Enterprise Server – Small Business Edition

If your organization already uses BlackBerry Enterprise Server – Small Business Edition, you can upgrade for free to BlackBerry Professional Software. The process is the same as adding a service pack. Download the service pack now.

How to Buy

Get started with BlackBerry Professional Software Express. It’s a free download with one Client Access License included. Purchase additional CALs as you need them.

If you’re ready to purchase one of the BlackBerry Professional Software bundles listed above, you can do so online at the BlackBerry Store.