Click2learn and NETg Deliver Integrated Learning Technology and Content Solutions to CompuCom.Business/High-Tech Editors BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 23, 2002 National systems integrator and IT outsourcer taps corporate learning industry leader to roll out learning initiative for 3,800 employees E-learning industry leader Click2learn (Nasdaq:CLKS) announced today that CompuCom, one of the nation's largest providers of IT outsourcing and systems integration services, has implemented Click2Learn's Aspen Learning Management System (LMS). CompuCom required a full-service LMS to efficiently deliver and manage more than 300 NETg courses the company offers its employees to help them gain key business and professional skills, IT training and certification. In less than four months, Click2learn was able to implement its Aspen LMS, working with NETg, a part of the Thomson Corporation, to incorporate its standards-based content, and integrating with CompuCom's PeopleSoft(R) implementation so that employee information also could be entered into the system. CompuCom is one of the first companies to benefit from a newly established interoperability agreement between Click2learn and NETg, which allows for seamless compatibility between NETg's world-class business and technology skills content and Click2learn's industry-leading Aspen Enterprise Learning Platform. "NETg and Click2learn have firmly supported each other and us throughout the entire project. By working with these two companies, CompuCom has been able to meet some of its key imperatives by leveraging technology across the organization and by making CompuCom a workplace of choice," said Cyndie Ewert, director of human resources The fancy word for "people." The human resources department within an organization, years ago known as the "personnel department," manages the administrative aspects of the employees. at CompuCom. "We have been able to provide more learning opportunities than our associates have ever had before while reducing our operational expenses. NETg and Click2learn have provided a firm foundation for CompuCom to increase its service offerings to both its associates and customers, and we look forward to strengthening our relationships with both companies in the future." Joe Dougherty, president of NETg, commented: "As developers of high-quality learning experiences, it is important to us that organizations such as CompuCom are able to realize the full value of our solutions, and are also able to map it to their company goals in the most effective way possible. By combining Aspen's comprehensive features and flexible architecture with NETg courses, we ensure that CompuCom receives a robust learning experience." "Working with leading learning providers such as NETg allows us to provide an integrated package of content and technical infrastructure to companies who want superior solutions without the frustrating integration issues common in this industry," said Kevin Oakes, chairman 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. of Click2learn. "This partnership with CompuCom is part of Click2learn's commitment to providing powerful, unique e-learning solutions that have a direct impact on organizational productivity and business results." About CompuCom Systems, Inc. CompuCom Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CMPC CMPC Classified Matter Protection and Control CMPC Compañia Manufacturera de Papeles y Cartones S.A. CMPC Cisco Multi-Path Channel CMPC Children's Media Policy Coalition CMPC Central Milk Producers Cooperative CMPC Connecticut Minority Purchasing Council ), headquartered in Dallas, Texas “Dallas” redirects here. For other uses, see Dallas (disambiguation). The City of Dallas (pronounced [ˈdæl.əs] or [ˈdæl. , is a leading provider of IT outsourcing and systems integration services. CompuCom's clients include Fortune 1000 enterprises, vertical industry leaders, major technology equipment providers, leading edge systems integrators and wireless technology providers. CompuCom leverages people, process and technology to offer best-in-class solutions that enable, optimize and operate the digital technology infrastructure. CompuCom is accessible via the Internet at www.compucom.com. About Thomson and NETg The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2001 revenues of $7.2 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers. Thomson provides value-added information, software applications and tools to more than 20 million users in the fields of corporate and professional training, assessment and testing, higher education higher education Study beyond the level of secondary education. Institutions of higher education include not only colleges and universities but also professional schools in such fields as law, theology, medicine, business, music, and art. , reference information, law, tax, accounting, financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. , and scientific research and healthcare. The Corporation's common shares are listed on the New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of and Toronto stock exchanges Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) Canada's largest stock exchange, trading approximately 1,200 company stocks and 33 options. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : TOC; TSX TSX Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE before April, 2002) TSX Transfer from Stack Pointer to Index TSX True Space Extension : TOC). Its learning businesses and brands serve the needs of individuals, institutions, and businesses with a blend of products and services tailored to any learning environment. As part of Thomson, NETg (www.netg.com) is a global leader in blended learning Blended Learning is the combination of multiple approaches to learning. Blended learning can be accomplished through the use of 'blended' virtual and physical resources. A typical example of this would be a combination of technology-based materials and face-to-face sessions used with a complete solution of content, technology and services. NETg's offering is comprised of its award-winning e-Learning courseware, Course Technology books, CourseCards and instructor-led training manuals and Wave accelerated IT Boot Camps and self-study kits. For more than 30 years, NETg has been an innovation leader incorporating Internet deployment and interactivity with over 85,000 learning objects in popular IT, desktop computing and professional development topics. About Click2learn Click2learn (Nasdaq:CLKS) is a provider of enterprise software for Global 2000 organizations seeking to capture, manage and disseminate knowledge throughout their extended enterprise. Using Click2learn's Aspen Enterprise Learning Platform, organizations can deploy highly interactive, personalized learning initiatives to achieve strategic business objectives. Many of the world's best-known corporations use Click2learn's technology to improve workforce performance, educate customers, and publish large volumes of learning content. Click2learn's clients include Accenture, American Airlines American Airlines Major U.S. airline. American was created through a merger of several smaller U.S. airlines and incorporated in 1934. It continued to buy the routes of other airlines, becoming an international carrier in the 1970s; its routes include South America, the , AstraZeneca, Century 21, Fidelity Investments Fidelity Investments is a group of privately held companies in the financial services industry. It is made up by two independent but closely cooperating companies, Fidelity Management and Research Corporation (FMR Co. , Fujitsu, Microsoft, Pfizer, Symantec, and Towers Perrin Towers Perrin is a global professional services firm. It was established 1 March 1934 as Towers, Perrin, Forster & Crosby. The umbrella name of Towers Perrin was adopted in 1987. . Based in Bellevue, Wash., Click2learn (www.click2learn.com, 800.448.6543) operates offices in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. , Europe, Japan and Australia. This announcement contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including information contained in this document where statements are preceded by, followed by or include the words "believes," "plans," "intends," "expects," "anticipates" or similar expressions. For such statements, The Company claims the protection of the safe harbor Safe Harbor 1. A legal provision to reduce or eliminate liability as long as good faith is demonstrated. 2. A form of shark repellent implemented by a target company acquiring a business that is so poorly regulated that the target itself is less attractive. for forward-looking statements contained in 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. Actual results may differ materially from the results predicted, and reported results should not be considered as an indication of future performance. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements include, market acceptance of Click2learn's e-learning solutions and competing e-learning offerings, the ability to successfully implement Click2learn's solutions and increase revenues, the ability to successfully address technological developments and standards and the risk factors set forth in filings the Company has made with the SEC. Click2learn, Aspen and ToolBook are trademarks of Click2learn. All other company and product names are the trademarks of their respective owners. |
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