COGNICASE Wins Computer Support Services Contract From Revenue Quebec.Business Editors & Technology Writers MONTREAL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 21, 2002 COGNICASE Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :COGI COGI Coalition on Government Information (also known as the Minnesota Coalition on Government Information, or MNCOGI; promotes open access to public records) )(TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :COG), an innovative IT solutions provider specializing in the development and integration of transactional solutions, today announced the award of a first contract with Revenue Quebec (MRQ MRQ A short-form for Most Recent Quarter. Often used in the context of explaining company performance. MRQ earnings, for example. ). This two-year mandate is for computer support and project management services. The contract is estimated at more than $1.5 million. COGNICASE consultants assigned to this project will work with teams from the Direction des methodes et des procedes (DMP DMP Dossier Médical Personnel (France) DMP Debt Management Plan DMP Debt Management Program DMP Digital Media Project DMP Dot Matrix Printer DMP Designated Mailer Protocol DMP Dynamic Multi-Pathing ), responsible for operating Revenue operating revenue Revenue from any regular source. Revenue from sales is adjusted for discounts and returns when calculating operating revenue. Compare other revenue. Quebec's computer systems. The Ministere has set up an internal team comprised of employees from various administrative units for a project involving online services to clients. The DMP will rely on COGNICASE's consultants to assist with current operations, by replacing internal resources assigned to the online services project. More particularly, COGNICASE's duties will be to ensure the continuity of operations and to provide project management services for implementing scanning technology for personal income tax returns. "We are very pleased with this first collaboration with Revenue Quebec, which will allow us to enhance our e-Government expertise, more particularly in providing e-services and management support, explained Ronald Brisebois, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . This contract confirms our ability to meet government sector requirements by quickly deploying resources that combine cutting-edge technology expertise with excellent knowledge of the public sector." About COGNICASE COGNICASE (TSE: "COG", Nasdaq: "COGI") is an IT products and services provider specializing in advanced transaction processing and Internet-based applications. Relying on its results-driven approach, its software and technology and its Application Services Technology Centre, COGNICASE offers secure and scalable solutions that contribute to its customers' economic success in the age of the new economy. The Company is active in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Forward Looking Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995 (US), which involve risks and uncertainties. Risk factors relating to this press release include those contained under the heading "Trends, Risks and Risk Management" of the Company's Annual Information Form (Form 40-F in the United States) for the current year and the possible cancellation of the contract mentioned in this press release before the end of its expected duration. |
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