Building Engines Introduces Web-based and Wireless Solutions that Enhance Building Safety, Security and Workflow Communications.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug. 18, 2003

20-20 Site solutions currently deployed in 100+ buildings nationwide

Building Engines, a provider of intuitive, online workflow and property management solutions, today announced the availability of 20-20 Site(TM) -- a set of Web-based and wireless solutions for real estate owners, managers and the tenants they serve. 20-20 Site, which includes Life Safety and Security Communications, Workflow and Client Services solutions, helps building managers reduce liability and risk, minimize operating costs and increase tenant satisfaction through enhanced communications and improved management visibility and tracking efficiencies. 20-20 Site solutions are currently operating in more than 100 buildings nationwide with rollout plans to exceed 300 additional buildings in more than 30 states over the next 12 months.

Building Engines' 20-20 Site solutions enable real estate owners, managers and tenants to work together in real-time to visibly track security issues, submit service requests and measure the quality and delivery of building-related services. Each 20-20 Site module works through a single interface to simplify and streamline the communications process, increase security measures and improve building transparency while strengthening the owner-tenant relationship.

"We contacted Building Engines to help streamline communications and automate visitor and vendor access processes," said Jim Fox, general manager, C.B. Richard Ellis. "Building Engines' 20-20 Visitor Control solution has far exceeded our expectations. The ease-of-use and efficiency of the solution very quickly validated our investment and has contributed to improving building security measures and overall tenant satisfaction."

Rapid deployment and ease-of-use are paramount when deploying real estate IT solutions. 20-20 Site provides property owners and managers with instantaneous management visibility and immediate return on their investment. Building Engines' solutions are customized per client to mirror existing business practices, ensuring the highest level of data capture. Each 20-20 Site module can be purchased and used independently, or as part of a fully integrated solution set. 20-20 Site solutions include:

-- Life Safety and Security Communications - designed for both

large and mid-size buildings, this solution set provides

automated vendor and visitor control, life safety and security

reminders and tracking, security memoranda and related

communications tools for building occupants, staff and

vendors.

-- Workflow - designed to streamline communication between

property owners, managers and their tenant-clients, this

solution set enhances tenant-management relations, improves

maintenance and management services by opening lines of

communication -- guaranteeing that requests are tracked and

reconciled in real-time.

-- Client Services - focused on increasing client retention, this

solution set includes integrated client retention tools that

provide value-added amenities such as concierge services,

expert procurement advice and vendor discounts while enabling

building owners to generate new revenues.

Since its initial launch in 2001, Building Engines has captured a significant market share, with implementation in more than 20 million square feet, spanning five metro regions throughout the United States, including Boston - where it supports more than 30 percent of the Class A commercial office market. Building Engines' customers include commercial real estate management firms, skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, universities, banking organizations and other real estate asset management organizations requiring comprehensive data and communications management.

"Building managers recognize the value new technologies offer, but they don't have time to waste training people on complicated programs," said David Osborn, co-founder and CEO of Building Engines. "Our clients value our system because they can get it up and running quickly and their managers really use it. Tenants like it because it's simple to use and gives them the information they want."

About Building Engines

Building Engines delivers intuitive, online Life Safety and Security Communications, Workflow and Client Service solutions for real estate owners, managers and the clients they serve. Building Engines' powerful 20-20 Site platform ensures the highest levels of client satisfaction, building security and communication efficiencies through centralized and automated application modules. Its solution sets are customized per client to mirror business practices, ensuring comprehensive, efficient and easy-to-use products that reduce operating costs, enhance management efficiencies and increase revenues. Building Engines is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.buildingengines.com.