Replicon Introduces Web TimeSheet Expert 3.2 to solve complex workforce needs

June 28, 2000, Calgary, Canada – Replicon Inc., a leading provider of electronic business tools that are transforming workforces worldwide, announced today the introduction of Web TimeSheet Expert 3.2, to automate time and expense tracking. Organizations now have the ideal solution to meet large and complex workforce needs.

Web TimeSheet Expert gives organizations a tool to increase workforce productivity and empower decision makers with the information they need for strategic management. By streamlining payroll, project costing and client billing processes, Web TimeSheet Expert eliminates paper and time-consuming tasks so employees can focus on their core responsibilities.

Using Web TimeSheet Expert, organizations can reduce data re-entry errors by eliminating the need to re-enter payroll and expense data from paper timesheets. Companies can also enhance customer satisfaction with improved data accuracy and simplified business processes. By shortening billing cycles and streamlining processes, organizations can improve their cash flow and positively impact their bottom line.

New Insight ReportsTM included in Web TimeSheet Expert enable managers to quickly access information for better planning and forecasting. Web TimeSheet Expert also delivers improved project management so project leaders can better understand project costs and how resources are being utilized.

“Web TimeSheet Expert is a cost-effective solution to complex workforce challenges. With enhanced scalability and powerful report capabilities, organizations now have the ideal tool to maximize their workforce effectiveness and increase profitability", said Raj Narayanaswamy, President and CEO of Replicon. "Since the application is web-based, it can be accessed from anywhere in the world, meeting the needs of increasingly mobile workforces.”

Highlights of Web TimeSheet Expert 3.2 include:

• Simple to install with online tutorials and documentation.
• Easy to use application that can be securely accessed anywhere, anytime.
• Enhanced scalability proven to support more than 50,000 users.
• Powerful Insight ReportsTM creates over 115 different reports.
• Customizable components to suit different business structures.
• Microsoft Project98TM integration.

Replicon’s Proven Success
Vaughn Keenan, Vice-President of Product Development for SMART Technologies Inc., an industry pioneer and market leader of hardware and software solutions says, “Web TimeSheet was very easy to implement and works well over our Intranet. Team members across North America access the system effortlessly everyday.”

Replicon’s existing customers have the option to upgrade their software applications to take advantage of the many powerful new features available in Web TimeSheet Expert 3.2.

About Web TimeSheet
Replicon is a leading provider of workforce solutions, developing software applications for large and small organizations worldwide. Replicon is transforming workforces in industries that include staffing, payroll, financial services, technology, consulting, manufacturing and insurance. Replicon offers comprehensive customer support. Web TimeSheet Expert is the latest addition to Replicon’s product family, complementing the well-accepted Web Time Sheet Essential. Replicon’s products can be accessed online and are available for a free 14-day trial. With over 2,500 customers in 80+ countries, Replicon is meeting the needs of Global 2000 companies including Hewlett Packard, Lucent Technologies, Sony Music Entertainment Inc., and Compaq.