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FOCUS FOR FISCAL 2003
Fiscal 2002 was exciting with the launch of BlackBerry globally on next-generation GPRS networks and
the achievement of all of the goals we set forth in this report last year. Going forward, we will continue to
focus on the execution of our business plan and the global expansion of our business. We believe our
core focus on maintaining technological leadership and our dedication to making our carrier partners
successful will position us to meet both the challenges and the opportunities of the coming year.
RIM expects fiscal 2003 to bring with it a dramatic expansion in the geographic availability of BlackBerry, new
BlackBerry handheld form factors for next-generation networks, and strong growth in our subscriber base.
We also anticipate significant enhancements to the BlackBerry software platform in fiscal 2003. The
launch of the Mobile Data Service (MDS) will allow customers to easily extend their enterprise applications
to BlackBerry handhelds; a planned upgrade to the BlackBerry Enterprise Server will add increased
functionality and IT management and administration capabilities; and new handheld software will further
enhance the BlackBerry user experience.
Our specific goals for fiscal 2003 include:
1. Significantly increase the BlackBerry user base in North America and globally.
2. Work closely with our carrier partners around the world to facilitate the successful launch and
adoption of BlackBerry on their next-generation networks.
3. Deliver BlackBerry products for CDMA/1XRTT and iDEN networks and introduce additional
BlackBerry handheld form factors.
4. Significantly enhance both the BlackBerry Enterprise Server technology for Exchange and Domino,
as well as the BlackBerry handheld software, to take advantage of next-generation networks.
5. Expand the number of Java-based, third-party enterprise applications that are available for
BlackBerry in order to drive value for our customers.
6. Grow the BlackBerry opportunity through the strategic licensing of our hardware reference
design and BlackBerry software platform.
7. Continue to foster a culture of innovation, growth and achievement among employees
in our organization.
Thank you for your continued support during the past year and we look forward to continued success
in fiscal 2003.
Yours Sincerely,
2002 ANNUAL REPORT RESEARCH IN MOTION LIMITED
Jim Balsillie
Chairman & Co-CEO
Mike Lazaridis
President & Co-CEO
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