7 Medical Systems Named Finalist in 2006 Tekne Awards; 7 Medical Systems recognized as one of the best and brightest in the Technology User category for innovative application of products or services.

MINNEAPOLIS -- 7 Medical Systems, LLC, a leader in on-demand software, technology and IT services for the healthcare industry, was named a finalist for a 2006 Tekne Award, Minnesota's annual awards program that recognizes companies and individuals who have demonstrated technology innovation and leadership in Minnesota. As a finalist in the Technology User category, 7 Medical is being recognized for its innovative application of products and services resulting in dramatic business improvement or market advantage.

The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) and Minnesota Technology Inc. (MTI), in partnership with LifeScience Alley, jointly recognize companies that positively impact Minnesota's quality of life and help secure Minnesota as one of the most technologically advanced regions across the globe. Awards recognize the best and brightest in innovation, development, commercialization and management of technology in Minnesota.

"The Technology User category celebrates companies that put creative and innovative technologies into real-life practical applications," said Kate Rubin, president of MHTA. "These companies are applying technology products and services in ways that are delivering dramatic user benefits and that establish Minnesota as a technology leader both locally and globally."

"To be named a Tekne Award finalist is a testament to a company's dedication to technology innovation and leadership," said Wayne A. Pletcher, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of MTI. "We also recognize each company's ability to demonstrate success and deliver on its vision."

"We're pleased to be acknowledged for our vision and leadership in providing on-demand technology services to the healthcare industry," said Jason Studsrud, chief executive officer of 7 Medical. "Our success is attributed to the contributions, commitment and hard work of the entire team in delivering valuable services to healthcare customers that help them to achieve productivity benefits and improved return on investment."

The 2006 Tekne Awards will be presented on Thursday, October 26, at the Minneapolis Convention Center, beginning with a reception and silent auction at 4:30 p.m., followed by a dinner at 6 p.m. and the awards ceremony at 7 p.m. For more information, or to register for the awards ceremony, visit www.tekneawards.org.

ABOUT 7 MEDICAL SYSTEMS, LLC

7 Medical Systems, LLC, is a leader in providing on-demand software, technology and IT services to the healthcare industry. The company enables healthcare organizations that do not have the time, technical know-how or wherewithal to deploy cost-effective, productivity-enhancing technology services for critical business applications. Rather than investing capital to build out network infrastructure and incurring expenses for software and technical IT resources, healthcare companies outsource these critical functions to 7 Medical Systems. On-demand services are hosted in 7 Medical's secure, redundant data center that ensures 24/7 trouble-free operation and support with inherent disaster recovery benefits. Healthcare organizations trade-in hefty capital expenses for affordable monthly usage fees -- paying only for what they use. For more information, visit the company's website at www.7medical.com.

ABOUT MINNESOTA HIGH TECH ASSOCIATION (MHTA)

The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) accelerates the growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Minnesota's technology-based economy through public policy advocacy, member collaboration and education, and community outreach. MHTA is the only membership organization that represents Minnesota's entire technology-based economy. MHTA members include organizations of every size -- involved in virtually every aspect of technology creation, production, application and education in Minnesota. MHTA works in partnership with AeA, which represents Minnesota's technology organizations nationally. Find out more online at www.mhta.org.

ABOUT MINNESOTA TECHNOLOGY INC. (MTI)

Minnesota Technology, Inc. (MTI) helps drive the small to mid-size manufacturing sector by selling greater efficiency tools, productivity and growth solutions, and cutting edge information at competitive rates. MTI operates as a private 501(C)3 organization, collaborating with the federal government, to provide a public service that stimulates business and economic development in Minnesota's manufacturing sector. MTI's staff are competent, trained professionals with expertise in leading edge productivity tools and growth solutions, committed to making Minnesota a stronger player in the global manufacturing matrix.

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