TCS Releases 20/20 Delivery Version 5.0; New Features Increase Productivity, Save Time, and Eliminate Costs.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. -- TeleCommunication Systems, (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), a global leader in mission critical wireless data, today announced release 5.0 of its 20/20 Delivery(TM) logistics solution. The enhanced software represents TCS' continued commitment to address the distribution efficiency needs of its enterprise customers.

E[acute accent]Major new features include:

Opportunities for Cost Savings Through Greater Distribution
    Operation Efficiency:

    --  Wireless Dispatch Support - Extends 20/20 Delivery's
        route-based dispatch system to include mid-day wireless
        updates via wireless carrier data transmissions, which allows
        users to respond to incoming work orders and take better
        advantage of resources already in the field.

    --  User-Customizable Workflow Configuration - Allows 20/20
        Delivery users to create their own "service types" and
        handheld screen formats. These new or modified screens can be
        deployed to the field in hours rather than the months
        typically required by custom solutions.

        Alternative Proof of Service (POS) applications are typically
        customized by the vendor for a specific vertical market, with
        service types and screen workflows that are specific to the
        processes and data collected in that industry. The POS
        application is used to track when and whether the  service
        was provided, and conveys the proof thereof along with the
        industry-specific data back to the back office system.
        These vertically-specific POS applications share several
        common features, including date/time stamping of an event and
        optional electronic signature capture and/or barcode scanning
        of an item associated with the service.

        With 20/20 Delivery 5.0, users still receive the same Proof of
        Service via scanning, date/time stamping, and signature
        capture, but may also collect service-specific data elements.
        This feature is critical for customers whose pickup and
        delivery drivers perform other services or for automating
        mobile workers with in-field data collection requirements.
        Mobile device "forms" can include scannable, list box or
        text entry fields and can contain multiple screens.

    --  Wireless Morning/Evening Syncs - 20/20 Delivery 5.0 extends
        its reach to companies whose drivers don't depart from or end
        their day at a company-managed terminal. Route-based dispatch
        data can now be downloaded to the driver's wireless-enabled
        terminal device via a wireless carrier network, which allows
        drivers to receive the same data that 20/20 currently delivers
        via Ethernet cradle, 802.11b, and dial-up synchronization.

    --  Vehicle Load Reconciliation - Drivers can inventory truck
        contents via scanning and confirm that all necessary materials
        for the day's planned services are loaded. This reconciliation
        provides visibility from the dock to the truck and eliminates
        associated costs when needed products are missing or misloaded
        on another vehicle.

    --  Tracking by 20/20 Delivery - Companies now have the option to
        expose their Proof of Service information directly to their
        customers via their external web site. When implemented, this
        feature reduces customer service response times by directing
        simple "where's my order" inquiries to the customer's web page
        instead of an 800 number.

    --  Receipt Customization - This configuration tool allows
        customers to modify the appearance of receipts printed by
        mobile workers upon service completion and negates reliance on
        system integrators or engineers for changes to contact numbers
        or mailing addresses.

E[acute accent]Compatibility with More Open Architectures:

E[acute accent]--JBoss 3.26 Support - 20/20 Delivery now runs on JBoss 3.26. This Open Source, standards-compliant, J2EE-based application server allows TCS' 20/20 Delivery to deliver a solid Proof of Service application without the high-cost of proprietary application platforms.

E[acute accent]--Certification of devices running the Windows Mobile Phone Edition - 20/20 Delivery is now supported on devices running the Windows Mobile Phone Edition operating system. In addition to the application, these new devices provide the mobile worker with a phone dialer, eliminating the need for a secondary mobile device.

E[acute accent]--Data Import/Export Tool - Allows customers with limited information systems expertise to easily integrate their back office systems into 20/20 Delivery. TCS' professional services staff is available to assist with integration needs.

E[acute accent]--Support for Windows 2003 and Linux servers - In addition to the currently supported Windows 2000 and Solaris platforms, the 5.0 release is certified on the Windows 2003 and Linux platforms many enterprises are deploying in their network operations centers.

E[acute accent]The installed base of TCS 20/20 proof of delivery solutions continues to grow rapidly, and the company is pleased to provide customer references. For information on TCS' 20/20 Delivery visit: http://www.telecomsys.com/index.cfm?action=ent.2020

E[acute accent]ABOUT TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INC.

E[acute accent]TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ:TSYS) is a leading provider of mission critical wireless data solutions to carriers, enterprise and government customers. TCS' wireless data offerings include location-based Enhanced 9-1-1 services, and messaging and location service infrastructure for wireless operators, real-time market data and alerts to financial institutions, mobile asset management and mobile office solutions for enterprises, and encrypted satellite communications to government customers. For more information visit www.telecomsys.com.

E[acute accent]This announcement contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements are based upon TCS' current expectations and assumptions that are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that would cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. E[acute accent]The actual results realized by the Company could differ materially from the statements made herein, depending in particular upon the risks and uncertainties described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These include without limitation risks and uncertainties relating to the Company's financial results and the ability of the Company to (i) reach and sustain profitability as early as anticipated, (ii) continue to rely on its customers and other third parties to provide additional products and services that create a demand its products and services, (iii) conduct its business in foreign countries, (iv) adapt and integrate new technologies into its products, (v) expand its business offerings in the new wireless data industry, (vi) develop software without any errors or defects, (vii) protect its intellectual property rights, and (viii) implement its sales and marketing strategy. E[acute accent]Existing and prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the information in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or circumstances, or otherwise.