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USWeb/CKS Ranked as one of the Most Influential Companies in the Digital Economy by NewMedia Magazine
Affirms Leadership Position for Company
SAN FRANCISCO - August 23, 1999 - USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB), a leading Internet professional services firm, was recognized as a category-defining leader in the digital economy by NewMedia magazine.
The magazine named USWeb/CKS one of five companies in the "interactive agencies" category driving the new economy after following the growth and industry impact of 500 companies.
"USWeb/CKS is honored to be ranked among the most influential companies in the industry. It demonstrates that we are a leader in the digital economy," said Robert Shaw, CEO of USWeb/CKS. "This recognition affirms our ability to deliver high value business solutions for our clients to help them succeed by using a combination of technology expertise, creative ideas and strategic thinking."
Featured in the September issue, the NewMedia 500 honors the most influential companies operating on the digital landscape.
"A year ago, firms converging technology, creative and strategy expertise were an interesting blip on the radar screen in the digital economy - now they're a defining and driving force. That's why they have quickly emerged as key industry influencers," said Richard Landry, Editor-in-Chief of NewMedia magazine.
The Ranking
The NewMedia 500 is an annual, award-winning infographic that identifies the most influential companies operating on the digital landscape, their acquisitions and their alliances. Each year the NewMedia 500 filters through enormous amounts of data to visually articulate convergence in the industry. A collection of expert judges then validates the inclusion and position of 500 companies based on a defined standard that includes technical innovation, market influence, size and revenues.
NewMedia 500 judges are selected for their demonstrated leadership and understanding of the digital media industry, and include business leaders, industry innovators, trusted journalists and respected academics. The 1999 NewMedia 500 judges come from companies such as BMG, BusinessWeek, Entertainment Weekly, Forrester, IBM, The Industry Standard, iSyndicate, Northwestern University, Snap, Women.com, ZDTV, and Zona Research.
About NewMedia Magazine
NewMedia magazine, the magazine for creators of the digital future, is published by Hypermedia Communications, Inc. (OTC BB: NMNW). The magazine delivers an innovative editorial package designed to serve the needs of senior managers and professionals responsible for driving Internet content and e-business strategy within their organizations.
About USWeb/CKS
USWeb/CKS (Nasdaq: USWB) seeks to transform businesses in the digital economy and create sustainable market leadership for its clients. As a leading Internet professional services firm, USWeb/CKS has created a new standard for success in the digital economy - time-to-value. Time-to-value means USWeb/CKS applies its insight, experience and scale to deliver breakthrough results quickly. The Company is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with more than 3,000 professionals in over 50 locations worldwide. Additional information about USWeb/CKS is available by calling 415/284-7070.