Kelly Schwager, USWeb/CKS, 408-987-3287 or
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USWeb/CKS Expands IBM and Lotus Expertise
Business Systems Practice to leverage IBM Relationship for enhanced internal training and field support
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - March 15, 1999 - USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB), a leader in strategic Internet and marketing communications services, today announced an agreement that strengthens the firm's support of IBM and Lotus technology. As part of the agreement, USWeb/CKS will expand its Business Systems Practice and increase internal training around various IBM and Lotus e-business technology. Additionally, USWeb/CKS and IBM will launch collaborative regional marketing and field support programs to offer a complete source for e-business solutions that help clients leverage the Internet to improve business efficiency.
"As a leader in helping clients unlock the potential of the Internet for business, USWeb/CKS is excited about further expanding our expertise in IBM and Lotus technology, because ultimately our clients win. We look forward to collaborating with IBM and Lotus at a practice level on client solutions to help accelerate how companies take advantage of the Web," said Bob Monio, a partner with the Business Systems Practice of USWeb/CKS.
"Working with USWeb/CKS enables us to deliver the e-business solutions that customers are demanding," said Jocelyne Attal, vice president, Worldwide Channel Sales and Marketing, IBM Software Group. "For companies that want to leverage the power of the Internet, this relationship offers powerful Lotus and IBM e-business software backed by USWeb/CKS' in-depth expertise."
Details of the relationship between USWeb/CKS Business Systems Practice and IBM and Lotus include the following:
� USWeb/CKS will expand its Business Systems Practice, increasing internal training around various IBM and Lotus e-business technology
� USWeb/CKS Business Systems Practice and IBM will develop joint regional marketing programs to educate leading companies on the power of transforming their business into an e-business
� USWeb/CKS Business Systems Practice and IBM and Lotus will establish a framework for technical exchange and an enhanced cooperative support at the practice/client service level
"As a premier provider of solutions leveraging IBM and Lotus technology, this relationship underscores our ability to provide true business benefit to clients through solid technology expertise, infrastructure and systems knowledge and now, enhanced technical exchange and cooperative support," added Monio. "IBM and Lotus have taken a leadership role in developing technology solutions for the Internet and this relationship allows the Business Systems Practice of USWeb/CKS to further leverage this expertise and provide even greater value to clients."
About USWeb/CKS
USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB) is a professional services firm that works with clients to define strategies and implement innovative ways to build their businesses through the combination of expertise in strategy, Internet technology and marketing communications. USWeb/CKS helps clients differentiate their products and services, strengthen customer relationships, leverage human capital, and improve business efficiency in the new electronic economy. With more than 2,200 professionals, USWeb/CKS has helped hundreds of businesses advance their marketing communications programs as well as their traditional IT and Internet systems. The Company provides a broad selection of services from brand development and advertising to business process automation and e-commerce solutions. The Company headquarters are in Santa Clara, California. Additional information about USWeb/CKS is available by calling 408-987-3200.
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" (as defined under securities law) regarding the relationship between USWeb/CKS and IBM and Lotus. There can be no assurance that this business relationship will contribute positively to the company's results of operations. Further, this announcement does not necessarily indicate that USWeb/CKS will secure additional similar relationships. For additional information about factors that could affect the business of USWeb/CKS, see the documents filed by the company with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
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