ADVISORY/IPNet to Host Free Webinar Addressing Benefits of Exchange Participation; Leading B2B Exchange Analyst to Discuss AMR Research Survey.

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ADVISORY...for Friday (Dec. 15)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

    WHO:             IPNet provides the fastest on-ramp to B2B for
                     public and private exchanges. With its server-,
                     PC- and browser-based solutions, IPNet enables
                     all partners to transact business, share
                     information and collaborate securely over the
                     Internet.

                     This event is targeted toward CIOs, IT managers
                     and decision-makers responsible for eCommerce,
                     eBusiness, B2B and B2C supply chains and
                     logistics.

    WHAT:            IPNet is hosting a free, interactive online
                     seminar discussing the details of exchange
                     participation as a continuation of its Webinar
                     series. Joan Harbin, research director with AMR
                     Research, will lead discussions on research
                     efforts to analyze industry trends and
                     developments regarding B2B trading exchange
                     strategies. Highlights include:

                     --  Recommendations for getting into an exchange

                     --  Definition of the four basic types of
                         exchanges

                     --  Benefits of exchanges to buyers and sellers

                     At AMR Research, Harbin leads the research
                     efforts to analyze industry trends and
                     developments regarding B2B trading exchange
                     strategies. She brings more than 20 years of
                     experience in worldwide marketing, sales and
                     product strategy and is a member and certified
                     practitioner in inventory management, APICS.


    WHY:             IPNet's hour-long interactive Webinar and Q&A
                     session will provide insight through a real-time
                     discussion from the desktop for those considering
                     playing in the exchange game.

    WHEN:            Friday, Dec. 15, 2000
                     9-10 a.m. Pacific; 11-12 Central; Noon-1 p.m.
                     Eastern

    WHERE:           Attendees can participate from their own
                     computer.  System requirements include Internet
                     connectivity, a Java-enabled browser and
                     telephone for audio.  Register online at
                     http://www.ipnetsolutions.com/webinar.

    CONTACT:         For more information, visit IPNet's Web site at
                     www.ipnetsolutions.com