Computron Partners With webMethods for B2B E-Commerce Initiatives; webMethods to Provide Essential Component in Computron E-Commerce Applications.

RUTHERFORD, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 3, 1999--

Computron Software, Inc. (AMEX:CFW), a leading global provider of business process automation and back office financial management software, today announced its agreement with webMethods, a leading provider of open solutions for business-to-business e-commerce. Signed at the end of September, this agreement will allow Computron to integrate webMethods B2B(TM) into the forthcoming Computron e-business solutions. These solutions, previewed at Computron's recent International Users Conference, are scheduled for general release in Q1 of 2000.

The integration of the webMethods B2B software infrastructure and Computron's latest e-business solutions will let companies quickly achieve seamless business-to-business capabilities over the Internet. By leveraging open standards, such as XML and RosettaNet, webMethods B2B allows the deployment of e-business initiatives without the time or expense of altering existing legacy, proprietary or ERP applications.

"webMethods is pleased to be a part of Computron's B2B e-commerce solutions," said Phillip Merrick, president and CEO of webMethods. "webMethods B2B will compliment Computron's offering by providing customers with a seamless, flexible method of creating connected trading communities of buyers and suppliers over the Internet."

"Our integration with webMethods B2B software will enable Computron to deliver the seamless communication between e-business trading partners. Computron's vision of the 21st century is the ability to build value-based electronic business communities using our Internet Knowledge Processing (IKP) and Internet Transaction Processing (ITP) products in conjunction with partners and sponsors. These communities will usher in a whole new way of doing business seamlessly over the Internet. XML-based technology such as that provided by webMethods is a vital component in Computron's delivery to those communities," said John Rade, CEO and president of Computron Software.

Background Information on webMethods

Founded in 1996, webMethods is based in Fairfax, Va., with offices nationwide. Investors include Goldman Sachs, the Mayfield Fund and FBR Technology Venture Partners. More than 100 top companies worldwide--ranging from Dell to DHL to Cisco to Dun & Bradstreet--rely on webMethods B2B. The company is a strategic partner of Microsoft, SAP AG, Sterling Commerce, Ariba, Intelisys Electronic Commerce, Clarus, PSDI and MRO.com. webMethods continues to receive recognition as a leader in business-to-business e-commerce solutions. Recent accolades include Red Herring's Top 50 Private Companies for two consecutive years (1999 and 1998) and the 1999 Upside Hot 100. For more information, contact webMethods, Inc. by phone at 703-460-2500, via e-mail at [e-mail], or on the Web at http://www.webMethods.com

Background Information on Computron Software, Inc.

Founded in 1978, Computron Software, Inc. (AMEX:CFW) is a global provider of application software solutions for business and finance. Used by more than 500 companies worldwide, these solutions automate business processes across the enterprise and allow organizations to capitalize on the knowledge within their systems. Computron's goal is to provide organizations with competitive advantage and added, measurable business value. The Company's latest Internet products will allow companies to quickly deploy e-business application strategies. For further information on Computron, its products, services and customers, visit the Computron web site at http://www.computronsoftware.com.

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Such statements are only predictions and actual events or results may differ materially. All forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, the risks detailed in the Company's documents and reports filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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