ADP Introduces Industry's First Web-based HRMS for Integrated HR Services; New Platform Optimizes ADP's Market-leading Flexible Services Model for Large Employers.

Business Editors

ROSELAND, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2000

The National Account Services division of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP(R)), the leading provider in the application of technologies and outsourced services that help large businesses optimize their HR, benefits and payroll administrative processes, today announced the general availability of ADP Enterprise HRMS.

ADP Enterprise HRMS is the new Web-based technology solution that enables ADP's flexible service delivery model for large employers. This evolutionary technology platform offers an integrated combination of human resources, payroll and benefits administration services, tailored in a way that meets the unique needs of each client's organization. ADP Enterprise HRMS leverages leading technologies such as Java, HTML and a three-tiered architecture to maximize performance and provide access to all levels of users, anywhere and anytime they need it.

ADP Enterprise HRMS is designed to optimize the delivery of client-specific administrative services, so that each client can combine the business solution components they need with industrial-strength desktop HR management capabilities. The application can be implemented and supported through ADP's market leading, single-vendor National Hosting Services, helping to alleviate client IT burdens that currently rest with in-house technical staff. With ADP Enterprise HRMS, clients can leverage ADP's renowned range of services including benefits administration, call center administration, payroll processing and production, tax filing, professional services, and time and labor management, among other value-added services.

"ADP Enterprise HRMS was designed as a cornerstone of our World Class Service solution set for large organizations," stated Tim Lamb, President, ADP National Account Services. "We have added a number of user-centric features that make it easier for busy HR professionals to deliver optimum service to their clients."

"ADP Enterprise HRMS is truly a revolutionary product," said Steve Capuccio, Director of HRIS/Payroll for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts. "Because it is easy to use, we anticipate productivity gains that will free up our HR staff to concentrate on more strategic corporate initiatives."

ADP Enterprise HRMS delivers a highly graphical, streamlined approach to the access, presentation, and utilization of critical business tasks, through a focus on client-centric service excellence. It enables increased user productivity for the full spectrum of roles and experience levels, an accelerated learning curve, personalization of tasks, end-to-end activity-based processing, and Web-based reporting and analysis. HR optimization is further enhanced with single-click access to Web-based information and solutions through an innovative HR portal. ADP Enterprise HRMS delivers superior administrative services to the client organization, and facilitates service delivery to their employees, managers, and business partners.

"ADP's Enterprise HRMS combines the latest internet technology with ADP's proven outsourcing solutions to deliver a convenient, reliable system that is flexible enough to meet a company's ever-changing HR needs," stated Tim Lamb, President, ADP National Account Services. "Enterprise HRMS enables large organizations to effectively staff, manage, pay and retain their most valued asset - their employees."

About ADP

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (NYSE:AUD) is one of the largest global providers of computerized transaction processing, data communications and information services, with more than $6 billion in revenues, over 50 years of experience and 500,000 clients worldwide. ADP's services include payroll, tax regulatory management, HRMS, benefits administration, time and labor management, retirement plan services, online recruiting, and pre-employment screening. ADP National Account Services, part of ADP's Employer Services (ES) division, is a leading provider of integrated business administrative solutions targeted at medium to large-size organizations. These solutions help clients efficiently manage their internal processes, allowing them to focus on core competencies. ADP ES' offerings include both traditional and Internet-based outsourcing products and services, giving clients the ability to select from ADP's comprehensive range of World Class Service solutions. For more information about ADP, or to contact a local ADP sales office, reach us at 1-800-225-5237, Extension 124 or visit the company's Web site at www.adp.com.