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Norcross, GA — January 22, 2009

Reed Construction Data, a leading provider of building information modeling (BIM) solutions and construction information, has announced a February 2009 launch for SmartBIM Library (SBL) v3.2 (http://www.reedconstructiondata.com/building-information-modeling/bim-library/), the leading BIM content management tool for architects and engineers.

The release of SBL v3.2 will add new features and enhancements including the drag-and-drop family publisher, allowing users to automatically publish and load Revit families into SmartBIM Library from a user’s file system, Autodesk® Revit project files or Autodesk® Seek.

Additional functionality will allow users to attach files, including text documents, spreadsheets and images, to SmartBIM Objects using the drag-and-drop feature, and to view them from the attachment pane.

“This release will give Revit users a way to significantly reduce the time spent looking for or creating BIM objects,” said Candice Dobra, director of BIM solutions, Reed Construction Data. “The high-quality SmartBIM objects delivered in SmartBIM Library combined with the ability to easily manage existing content, bring a new level of efficiency in the design process.”

Version 3.2 will come pre-loaded with over 16,000 high-quality Revit product types, including 200 new generic families. The SmartBIM Library will also publish content on a continual basis from a growing list of manufacturers including: Kolbe, Karona Inc., Hager Companies, LinEl Signature Skylights, Oldcastle Glass, Armstrong, Da-Lite Screen Company, Draper Inc., NanaWall Systems, ZeroFlush, Figueras International Seating, Next Door Company, Laticrete International, Skyco Shading Systems, Beta-Calco, Cornell Iron Works, Sun-Dome, GAF Materials Corp., PPG Industries and more.

SBL v3.2 will still include many of the current features including automatic content updates that deliver new Revit families directly to the users’ desktops, automatic software updates to ensure users have the most up-to-date software features and drag-and-drop functionality that allows users to drag objects from SmartBIM Library directly into Revit.

SmartBIM Library is sold through authorized SmartBIM solutions providers at an affordable price of 0 per seat. For more information and a free demo, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com/building-information-modeling/bim-library/.

About Reed Construction Data

Reed Construction Data, a division of Reed Business Information and the Inaugural Strategic Partner of the AIA, is a leading North American provider of construction information through a diverse portfolio of innovative products and services. Reed offers its customers building information modeling (BIM) solutions, construction project leads, building product information, construction cost tools, market analytics and construction news through a suite of online and print references. For more information, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com or call 877-REED411.

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Bellingham, WA — February 10, 2009

PIER Systems, Inc. (PIERSystems.com), the leading provider of web-based communication management technology, today announced that the American Red Cross Communication and Marketing Department is using the PIER System to streamline crisis communications, public relations and internal procedures.

“For us, PIER is all about speed and efficiency,” said Pat McCrummen, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the American Red Cross. “From helping with daily communications both within the organization and with our many media engagements, and helping our limited staff and volunteers effectively manage communications during major crisis events, PIER’s comprehensive tools simply enable us to get more done with less, and faster than ever.”

Recognizing the need to reduce duplicated efforts, save time and increase efficiency, the American Red Cross (ARC) is using the PIER System as a centralized platform to organize document creation and approval processes, store media lists, distribute news releases and respond to inquiries from the media, public and other stakeholders.

PIER’s powerful technology simplifies these tasks while making them easy and effective. Content management features enable users to createpre -approved document templates to save time and maintain consistency. Additionally, documents must be approved before they are published to ensure accuracy, reduce errors and provide accountability.

All news releases and updates sent from PIER can be easily integrated into social media applications via RSS feeds, providing consistent, up-to-date news and more versatile distributions. The is a key feature for the American Red Cross, whose goal is to make their communication efforts more audience focused and accessible.

The American Red Cross will also utilize PIER Media Tools AP Planner for its combination of powerful search capabilities, access to hundreds of media contacts and advanced editorial calendars, to monitor media events, develop campaigns, and plan for new press coverage opportunities. AP Planner consolidates media information from a database of a year’s worth of future events from the Associated Press.

By using the PIER System, the American Red Cross will save money, time and eliminate the redundancy of using multiple systems to manage their diverse communication needs. With PIER, the American Red Cross hopes to heighten stakeholder awareness, encourage future public and private donations, as well as improve prospective press coverage opportunities.

About PIER Systems:

The PIER System is the world’s first and only all-in-one, web based communications management system. Many Fortune 500 companies and top organizations including BP, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, Marathon Oil Corporation, NASA, University of Houston, USDA and all 9 districts of the US Coast Guard, use the PIER System for internal and external communications with employees, the public, investors, the media and more. PIER’s advanced technology and powerful content management tools provide business continuity, safety solutions and preparedness standards. Features include contact lists, media management, mass notification, news and press release distribution, document approval and more in one easy-to-use platform. For more information visit PIERSystems.com.

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Ann Arbor, MI — March 1, 2009

Grand River announced today that it has completed a website redesign, build-out and implemented a new content management system for TechTeam Global.

TechTeam Global, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, is a leading provider of IT outsourcing and business process outsourcing services, to some of the world’s largest companies including Ford Motor Company, Alcoa and Essilor International.

Grand River specializes in branding and website re-designs for global companies like TechTeam. The Ann Arbor-based Company was selected based on its brand and web site development expertise along with its ability to deliver the new site on a very tight delivery schedule.

“The Grand River team developed a plan to re-design and build our new global site through the implementation of an easy-to-use content management tool, “said Janita Gaulzetti, Director of Marketing for TechTeam Global. “They lead us through a process that began with identifying our various user groups, included a thorough analysis of our existing web properties and then consolidated service offerings and corporate information from around the world, into one beautiful, comprehensive site. The timetable was very tight but we launched the new site to strong reviews from both internal and external teams.”

“Designing and building a website with global reach can be challenging,” said Scott Robertson, Partner and Co-founder at Grand River.” TechTeam successfully coordinated users and offices around the world in order to rebuild their new site in a very tight timeline. The new content management system also addresses their short and long-term goals of expanding the business and makes it easy for non-technical marketing staff to update the site with new content. “We are looking forward to the results and to a successful long-term relationship.”

Grand River will also provide ongoing assistance with site enhancements as well as work with TechTeam on SEO strategies.

About Tech Team Global

TechTeam Global, Inc. is a leading provider of IT outsourcing and business process outsourcing services to large and medium businesses, as well as government organizations. Founded in 1979, TechTeam has nearly 3,000 employees across the world, providing IT support in 32 languages. TechTeam’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol “TEAM.” For more information, call 800-522-4451 or visit www.techteam.com.

About Grand River

Grand River is an industry leading Web design and development company specializing in branding and e-commerce solutions for major brands. Strategically headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Grand River focuses on designing, building and implementing transactional Web sites and content management solutions. For more information about Grand River or its services, please call 734.913.8000 or visit http://www.thegrandriver.com

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Bellingham, WA — March 6, 2009

According to PIER Founder Gerald Baron, crisis communications will never be the same; social media is profoundly changing the rules of the game.

“Nothing has spurred the change from pronouncement to engagement more than social media,” says Baron. “It is not about controlling the information flow as much as it is about getting involved in the conversation and participating in the process of interchange with information and misinformation coming from multiple sources.”

Baron will speak on social media and crisis communications at “Social Media for Communicators” a conference sponsored by Ragan Communications and PRSA at the Wynn hotel in Las Vegas, March 11-13.

“Social media affects crisis communication in two different ways,” says Baron. “It creates new risks and vulnerabilities such as employees freely stating their opinions and gripes on social media sites where they can be spread like a bad virus. But social media also creates new opportunities to engage with key influencers and audiences quickly and directly.”

Baron will review the rapid adoption of social media tools such as Twitter, particularly by government agencies. “For some reason governments have pretty much led the charge in using these tools to improve transparency and speed,” said Baron. “Agencies like the US Coast Guard, Los Angeles Fire Department, state departments of transportation, and now even FEMA, are making effective use of some of these tools.

While social media is making massive changes in how organizations engage their key audiences, Baron also emphasizes that the basics of crisis communication haven’t changed. “If anything, it reinforces that what we have learned is most important,” said Baron. “Fundamentally, it is about building trust and that comes first and foremost by performing well and doing what people want and expect from you. But right action without communication does not result in trust. Communication today must be incredibly fast, direct, interactive and transparent. Miss any of those elements and trust is very much at risk.”

Baron created the PIER System in 2000 resulting from his experience in managing communications during large scale oil industry events. PIER has been widely adopted by federal agencies, local and state government agencies, the American Red Cross, universities and Fortune 100 companies including numerous oil and energy industry leaders. The former CEO of PIER Systems and president of Baron & Company, Baron now serves as the Director of PIER Strategic Services, providing consulting and training services to PIER clients.

About PIER Systems: The PIER System is the world’s first and only all-in-one, web based communications management system. Many Fortune 500 companies and top organizations including American Red Cross, BP, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, Marathon Oil Corporation, NASA, University of Houston, USDA and all 9 districts of the US Coast Guard, use the PIER System for internal and external communications with employees, the public, investors, the media and more. PIER’s advanced technology and powerful content management tools provide business continuity, safety solutions and preparedness standards. Features include contact lists, media management, mass notification, news and press release distribution, document approval and more in one easy-to-use platform. For more information visit PIERSystems.com.

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Network Solutions Launches Content Management System Applications for Small Businesses

Web hosting company

Herndon, VA — March 17, 2009

Network Solutions, a leading provider of Web-based technology for small businesses, has recently added a number of content management system applications to its product suite, including WordPress®, Joomla!®, Drupal®, and Mambo®. These Web hosting add-ons are the latest in a series of efforts by the company to help its customers achieve increased Web presence.

“We want to make it as easy as possible for our customers to publish their content online.” said Kamalesh Dwivedi, Chief Information Officer for Network Solutions. “These scalable and innovatively integrated content management system applications launched from our Network Solutions Oriented Architecture (NSOA) help our customers by giving them powerful ways to publish, manage and organize a variety of content on their Web sites with the ease of use our customers expect.”

Network Solutions customers may now install applications like Joomla, Drupal, Mambo and a host of others with the simple click of a button. These applications, available for Network Solutions Web hosting customers, are meeting an increasing demand. “These days, novice users as well as advanced Web professionals are using content management tools to publish their own content,” added Dwivedi.

These content management applications, developed by the Open Source community and delivered through NSOA, Network Solutions’ robust delivery architecture, are frequently used to power different types of Web sites, including Web portals, discussion sites, corporate intranets, and e-commerce sites. Since the applications are Open Source, there are thousands of users and developers who are actively improving the applications by adding new features. Dwivedi adds that “customers win because they can tap into the effort of a community of people dedicated to building applications that meet the needs of small and medium size businesses without the cost that would previously have been needed to purchase content management systems from software vendors.”

By adding these one-click applications, Network Solutions now helps to provide their customers additional time to grow their own businesses, cutting back on time that would otherwise be spent becoming familiar with installing applications and dealing with technology.

Content management applications are available now to those who purchase Web hosting through Network Solutions.

About Network Solutions:

Network Solutions, the leading provider of Web solutions for small business, offers a full range of services that include: hosting, Web design, e-commerce software, search engine marketing, SSL certificates, e-mail services, and domain name registration. Network Solutions draws on 30 years of experience to make it simple and affordable for customers to build and manage an online presence through a one-stop solutions provider. For more information, visit About Network Solutions.

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SmartBIM Library v3.2

Norcross, GA — March 18, 2009

Reed Construction Data, a leading provider of building information modeling (BIM) solutions and construction information, today announced the launch of SmartBIM Library (SBL) v3.2 (http://www.reedconstructiondata.com/building-information-modeling/bim-library/), the leading BIM content management tool for architects and engineers.

The release of SBL v3.2 offers new features and enhancements including the drag-and-drop family publisher, allowing users to automatically publish and load Revit families into SmartBIM Library from a user’s file system, Autodesk® Revit project files or Autodesk® Seek.

Additional functionality allows users to attach files, including text documents, spreadsheets and images, to SmartBIM Objects using the drag-and-drop feature, and to view them from the attachment pane. SBL 3.2 is also now an e-SPECS® Compliant BIM Library to assist users in automating the specification process.

“This release gives Revit users a way to significantly reduce the time spent looking for or creating BIM objects,” said Candice Dobra, director of BIM solutions, Reed Construction Data. “The high-quality SmartBIM objects delivered in SmartBIM Library combined with the ability to easily manage existing content, bring a new level of efficiency in the design process.”

Version 3.2 comes pre-loaded with over 21,000 high-quality Revit product types, including 200 new generic families. The SmartBIM Library will also publish content on a continual basis from a growing list of manufacturers including: Kolbe, Karona Inc., Hager Companies, LinEL Signature Skylights, Oldcastle Glass, Armstrong, Da-Lite Screen Company, Draper Inc., NanaWall Systems, ZeroFlush, Figueras International Seating, Next Door Company, Laticrete International, Skyco Shading Systems, Beta-Calco, Cornell Iron Works, Sun-Dome, GAF Materials Corp., PPG Industries, Coronet Lighting and more.

SmartBIM Library v3.2 still includes many features from prior versions including automatic content updates that deliver new Revit families directly to the users’ desktops, automatic software updates to ensure users have the most up-to-date software features and drag-and-drop functionality that allows users to drag objects from SmartBIM Library directly into Revit projects.

SmartBIM Library is sold through authorized SmartBIM solutions providers starting at 0 per seat. For more information and a free demo, visit www.reedconstructiondata.com/building-information-modeling/bim-library/.

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Harris County Hospital District to Use PIER Systems to Improve Critical Communications

Harris County, Texas — April 14, 2009

PIER Systems, Inc. (http://www.PIERsystems.com), the leading provider of web-based communication management technology, today announced that Harris County Hospital District has adopted the PIER System to streamline communication efforts during large-scale emergencies and times of crisis. The PIER System will improve Harris County Hospital District’s response by ensuring that those who need to make decisions are able to communicate during any circumstance.

Harris County Hospital District is the public health care system for the nation’s third most-populous county. It includes three hospitals, 12 community health centers, 13 homeless shelter clinics, eight school-based clinics, five mobile health clinics, a dialysis center and free-standing dental center. Limited physical access to these locations is very likely during a crisis or disaster. In the event that the emergency management team is not able to gather in one location, PIER provides a virtual, joint information center, which ensures a faster, more complete communications process.

PIER will allow Harris County Hospital District to maintain constant contact with all staff members, including key patient care and emergency responders, by informing them of operational changes and the need for urgent staff response. PIER will also facilitate more timely communication with patients, the media and general public regarding temporary facility closures and the availability of temporary medical service locations during a disaster. PIER will make it easy for those in charge to communicate with their team even when they’re not on the job.

During an active crisis situation, Harris County Hospital District’s leadership will receive real-time feedback through their fully hosted, public facing website powered by PIER–permitting site visitors to submit questions or comments throughout a crisis situation. In addition, Harris County Hospital District will use PIER’s mass notification features to facilitate 2-way communication and information flow via multiple channels including: SMS text messages, text-to-voice messages, emails, fax, web pages, RSS feeds and social media integration.

With PIER, the Harris County Hospital District will improve their internal communication processes. By doing so, they will also augment their response to any crisis situation. Implementation is underway to prepare Harris County Hospital District for the upcoming hurricane season.

About PIER Systems:

The PIER System is the world’s first and only all-in-one, web based communications management system. Many Fortune 500 companies and top organizations including BP, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, Marathon Oil Corporation, NASA, University of Houston, USDA and all 9 districts of the US Coast Guard, use the PIER System for internal and external communications with employees, the public, investors, the media and more. PIER’s advanced technology and powerful content management tools provide business continuity, safety solutions and preparedness standards. Features include contact lists, media management, mass notification, news and press release distribution, document approval and more in one easy-to-use platform. For more information visit http://www.PIERsystems.com.

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San Francisco, CA — April 24, 2009

San Francisco Bay Area branding firm RadiantBrands has delivered a new web site to IT solutions provider Technologent, based in Lake Forest, California.

Radiant principals Steven Donaldson and Michael Zinke worked with Technologent staff to identify goals and concerns to address in the Web site design. “They wanted a site that was easy to navigate, uncluttered, and that highlighted their depth of knowledge and ability to deliver,” said Michael Zinke of RadiantBrands.

The design team at RadiantBrands built on the existing Technologent brand “look and feel” to project a strong sense of the corporate brand. The home page features an animation depicting Technologent’s depth of talent in dealing with complex IT issues, areas with links to highlighted IT services, and navigation that clearly identifies desired content.

Radiant performed initial search engine optimization to provide a good foundation for ongoing SEO efforts, providing keyword-based URLs and search-engine-friendly content structure. Radiant also implemented a basic content management tool to allow Technologent staff to easily update the site.

The site launched in late January 2009, delivered in a 3-month timeframe and inside the original budget.

About RadiantBrands:

Berkeley-based RadiantBrands is a branding and creative services agency with over 20 years of experience. Radiant creates brands and shapes brand experience through brand strategy, naming, visual branding, corporate identity, advertising, web site and e-commerce development, and direct campaigns that integrate print and web-based marketing. Clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies have used RadiantBrands’ creative and strategic services in developing and building their brands. For more information about Radiant, visit their site at RadiantBrands.

About Technologent:

Technologent is a leading national provider of technology infrastructure solutions for Fortune 1000 companies, aiding in bridging the gap between technology infrastructure and business strategy. Technologent serves the complete technology life cycle, including assessment, design, integration, system management, and financing, offering its customers unparalleled expertise, exceptional service, and technology from best-of-breed partners. Technologent’s strong network of provider partners includes Sun Microsystems, Hitachi Data Systems, Microsoft, VMware and others. Technologent is headquartered in Lake Forest, California. To find out more about Technologent, please visit Technologent.

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Bellingham, Wash. — April 29, 2009

PIER Systems, the leading provider of Web-based communication technology, is offering government and health agencies preparing and managing swine flu public health information, access to the company’s online collaboration technology. Use of the PIER System platform is offered at no cost for 90 days to any U.S. agency affected by the swine flu outbreak, as well as to agencies affected in areas of Mexico, Canada, and Europe.

PIER (Public Information Emergency Response) enables a dispersed team to work together through a Web-based communication control center that provides numerous integrated communication functions including mass notification distribution (via text message, automated phone message, e-mail and fax), Web content management, inquiry management, situation reporting, information gathering, and the monitoring of media sources including broadcast and online. Although PIER is specifically focused on public information management, the platform is frequently used for employee communication, business continuity, public relations, and managing team work flow.

“Our hope, in this situation, is that sharing and disseminating reliable information to large audiences, in a timely manner, could help save lives and reduce speculation and rumors,” said PIER Interim CEO Kevin Boxx.

While PIER is typically implemented well in advance of a major emergency, the company has been called upon in the past to assist with major events as they unfold. PIER is used by major federal agencies including the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Department of Agriculture; by numerous departments of emergency management and local, state and regional agencies; by major corporations such as BP, Shell and Boeing; by non-profits including the American Red Cross; and by universities including University of North Carolina and University of Houston.

For more information about this offer of assistance, please contact PIER Systems, Inc.

About PIER Systems

The PIER System is the world’s first and only all-in-one, Web-based communications management system. Many Fortune 500 companies and top organizations including BP, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, Marathon Oil Corporation, NASA, University of Houston, USDA and all 9 districts of the US Coast Guard, use the PIER System for internal and external communications with employees, the public, investors, the media and more. PIER’s advanced technology and powerful content management tools provide business continuity, safety solutions and preparedness standards. Features include contact lists, media management, mass notification, news and press release distribution, document approval and more in one easy-to-use platform. For more information visit www.PIERSystems.com.

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Cincinnati, OH — May 11, 2009

Dealer Specialties, a division of Dominion Enterprises and the nation’s leading provider of data and photo collection, inventory management and data distribution services, announced today the expansion of their product suite to include websites.

Dealer Specialties’ websites focus on design, functionality and content – all of which are developed maximizing SEO results that drive traffic. The Dealer Specialties website products offer a wide variety of options for independent and franchise dealers including custom design, comprehensive site navigation, coupons/specials, credit application, rolling testimonials, live chat and an easy-to-use site management tool. Dealer Specialties websites offer customers the latest technology around integration with real-time updates to their websites from the Dealer Specialties inventory management tool. Using the Dealer Specialties IVM/website package, changes in inventory, prices, mileage, photos and dealer comments will be posted in real-time on the dealer’s website.

Website products offered by Dealer Specialties are flexible to fit any dealer’s budget and marketing needs. The company’s websites are guaranteed 25 business days from time of sale to launch date.

“Dealers want to do business with industry leaders and companies that understand their business. Dealer Specialties engages dealers in the development process to produce a website that not only aligns with their online marketing needs but provides on-demand inventory updates supported by 24/7 customer service,” says Al Hess, general manager for Dealer Specialties.

Dealer Specialties launched its website program and is excited at the new opportunity to further meet customer needs.

About Dealer Specialties

Dealer Specialties, a division of Dominion Enterprises, is the nation’s leading provider of vehicle data collection, image generation, window labeling services and inventory management and marketing. Providing both full-serve and self-serve solutions, Dealer Specialties’ has the industry’s largest Internet distribution channel including GetAuto.com, Cars.com, eBay Motors, Overstock.com, Craigslist, Vast.com, CarTango, Manheim and more.

Dealerships across the country rely on Dealer Specialties to help manage and market their vehicle inventory. Dealer Specialties is a designated supplier of certified window stickers for General Motors, Acura, Honda, Toyota and Lexus; is a Value Added Reseller for the National Automotive Dealers Association; and has built a vast network of the most knowledgeable and responsive service consultants in the USA. For more information, visit Dealer Specialties Company Website.

About Dominion Enterprises

Dominion Enterprises is a leading marketing services company serving the automotive, enthusiast and commercial vehicle, real estate, apartment rental, and employment industries. The company’s businesses provide a comprehensive suite of technology-based marketing solutions including Internet advertising, lead generation, CRM, Web site design and hosting, and data management services. The company has more than 45 market-leading Web sites reaching more than 16.7 million unique visitors, and more than 450 magazines with a weekly circulation of 4.3 million. Headquartered in Norfolk, Va., the company has 5,400 employees in more than 200 offices nationwide. For more information, visit Dominion Enterprises.

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