CEO Software, the Most Widely Recognized Authority In Event Management Software, Releases Complete Web-based Solution for Meeting & Event Scheduling.

Business/Technology Editors

TUCSON, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 24, 2002

SCHEDULER PLUS ii is breakthrough application for real-time resource

management

CEO Software, Inc., the most widely recognized authority in event management software, today announced the availability of a complete, Web-based solution to successfully manage meetings, activities and events. SCHEDULER PLUS ii is now the industry's most powerful scheduling technology, transforming ordinary event management software into instant room and resource scheduling, and inventory control.

Through an easy and intuitive interface, SCHEDULER PLUS ii coordinates online room reservations, pre- and post-access times, seating styles, staff assignments, and catering and audio/visual service requests over the Internet, in real-time. Its advanced features were developed in partnership with clients who provided a level of input and feedback unique to CEO Software.

"This Web-based application is a direct result of a very high level of interaction with our users, who provide us with meaningful, ongoing and specific feedback throughout the design and development process," says CEO Software Chairman Don Cozzetti. "We believe this unique, user-driven process is the reason our event management software is and will continue to be the most widely used in the world."

SCHEDULER PLUS ii delivers:

-- Online booking and tracking of space and services, such as A/V equipment and
catering.

-- Technology robust enough to handle high-volume activity from several
locations simultaneously.

-- Tiered security controls for multi-level access.

-- Service request confirmation based on users' authorized spending limits.

-- More powerful search tools.

The Web-based application is available worldwide, beginning today, directly through CEO Software.

About CEO Software, Inc.

CEO Software, Inc. is a privately held, Tucson, Arizona-based corporation specializing in a complete resource and event management solution, including the SCHEDULER PLUS and SCHEDULER PLUS ii resource scheduling applications and OPTIMUM SETTINGS ii, a dimensionally accurate drawing tool for effortless space management. The company has operated under the same ownership since 1985, securing thousands of installations throughout the world, in countries such as the United States, China, Chile, Mexico, New Zealand and Australia. Some of the largest and most innovative industry leaders in hospitality, academia and healthcare, as well as government institutions use CEO Software technology. Its customers include Hilton Hotels, Yale University, Mount Sinai Hospital, and Sears, Roebuck & Company. Additional information is available at www.ceosoft.com, or call the company's Tucson headquarters at 800-441-2581.