For handhelds, MobiLink synchronization supports specialized protocols, including Palm Computing HotSync. Sybase also includes conduits for RiverBed ScoutSync and Palm HotSync Server which eliminate the need to synchronize via a PC or workstation. Anywhere s synchronization is designed to be easy to use for both database administrators and end users. A large number of remote users can be set up and managed easily. Administration duties are significantly simplified with all administration functions being carried out at the consolidated database.
Reliability is ensured through guaranteed message delivery.
In the event that a network connection is lost or a message becomes corrupted during transmission, messages are automatically resent. Anywhere s synchronization includes the ability to subset data, partitioning both horizontally and vertically, to ensure that remote devices are only getting the customized data relevant to their job function. This allows companies to put data where it is most needed, while not overloading a remote user's database with rarely used information. This also reduces the communication load and time, thus decreasing communication costs. If the same data set is updated at more than one site, a conflict can arise.