JDA Software Promotes Rod Talbot to Regional Vice President, Asia Pacific; Former Regional VP Retires After 14 Years of Successful Service.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- JDA(R) Software Group Inc. (Nasdaq:JDAS) today announced the promotion of Rod Talbot, 45, to the position of regional vice president, Asia Pacific (ASPAC). Having led JDA's aggressive growth in Japan serving as country manager since 2002, Talbot succeeds Lyn Schmidt, who retired from JDA after 14 years of successful service and commitment to the company.

Commenting on Talbot's promotion, JDA CEO Hamish Brewer noted, "Rod has proven himself by taking our fledgling business in Japan and transforming JDA into a recognized leader in that challenging market. He has done this while continuously delivering profitable contributions to the company; something that most other software companies entering Japan have failed to do. His extensive retail, IT and international business experience make him well poised to lead our talented team of ASPAC associates and introduce initiatives that will enable JDA to take our presence in the region to the next level."

Having established its first ASPAC office in Singapore in 1994 under Schmidt's leadership, JDA today operates offices in major cities in the region and boasts such customers as AEON Co. Ltd., Kellogg KK and Johnson Co. Ltd, in Japan; Coles Supermarkets, Target and Brazin Ltd. in Australia; Orient Group Inc. and Home World Hypermarket Co. in China; Test Rite International Co. Ltd. in Singapore; and Shoppers' Stop Ltd. in India.

"I plan to build on the stronghold we've established in ASPAC and take advantage of the significant opportunities that are arising as retailers and suppliers in this region look to find enhanced methods to drive growth while competing with sophisticated retailers coming from the U.S. and Europe," stated Talbot.

Talbot Brings Over 14 Years of IT, Domain and International Experience to RVP Post

Talbot has more than 14 years in the technology industry, as well as extensive international experience in countries such as Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Korea, China and Japan. Prior to joining JDA, Talbot served as district sales manager for EMC Japan data storage company. He also introduced Oracle (formerly Retek) to the Japanese market while serving as general manager of northern Asia. Additionally, Talbot worked as business development manager at global trading company ITOCHU Corp. developing and executing Asian market-entry strategies for global software companies.

JDA to Further Tap ASPAC Retail Growth

JDA's ASPAC region includes two of the major global economic growth engines; India's and China's retail markets have grown an average of 9 and 10 percent, respectively, over the past five years. Additionally, Japan represents the second largest global retail market.

Commenting on his plans to grow in ASPAC's emerging retail economies as well as expand JDA's presence in established markets, Talbot stated, "We have experienced multilingual and multicultural associates who have successfully delivered JDA solutions to customers throughout our vast region. I am committed to further developing our operations by leveraging the talents of our existing team and bringing on seasoned domain experts to enhance our ability to efficiently market, sell, deliver and support the companies we serve."

Talbot is also bolstering JDA's presence in the region by teaming with strategic allies Microsoft Corp. and Intel Corp. For example, JDA and Microsoft will co-sponsor events in 2006 that include the Retail Tech Japan tradeshow in Tokyo, Retail Technology Conclave in Mumbai, and the 3rd Annual Retail China Retailing Conference in Shanghai.

JDA Bids a Fond Farewell to Schmidt

Remarking on Schmidt's retirement, Brewer noted accomplishments that included the establishment of JDA's ASPAC operations and signing some of the world's largest companies based in the region.

"I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Lyn for building our Asia Pacific business to where it stands today and for all the personal contributions she's made to JDA over the years. We wish Lyn well in her retirement," said Brewer.

About JDA Software Group Inc.

JDA(R) Software Group Inc. is the global leader in helping more than 4,900 retail, manufacturing and wholesale customers in 60 countries realize real demand chain results. By capitalizing on its market position and financial strength, JDA commits significant resources to advancing the JDA Portfolio(R) suite of demand chain solutions. JDA Portfolio software enables high-performance planning, promoting, flowing, pricing, managing and selling of finished goods from the supplier warehouse to the consumer. With offices in major cities around the world, JDA employs the industry's most experienced demand chain experts to develop, deliver and support its solutions. For more information, visit www.jda.com, e-mail [e-mail] or call 800-479-7382.

This press release contains forward-looking statements that are made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include Talbot's remarks concerning our intent to expand our business in Asia. Future events may involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, the risk that companies in the region, particularly in emerging markets, will be able to license, pay for, or successfully use our products; the aggressive efforts by our much-larger competitors to capture the Asian market; and other risks detailed from time to time in the "Risk Factors" section of our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. As a result of these and other risks, actual results may differ materially from those predicted. We undertake no obligation to update information in this release.

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