UK Trade & Investment's Global Entrepreneurs Programme Secures Human Capital Management Software Relocation to UK.

LONDON & TORONTO -- Organization Metrics Inc. ("OrgMetrics"), a Toronto, Canada-based company and leader in advanced software solutions for the recruitment, retention and development of human capital in the technical and professional service sectors, has announced that it has established its global headquarters in Liverpool with the assistance of UK Trade & Investment's (UKTI) Global Entrepreneurs Programme (GEP).

The GEP helped OrgMetrics in all aspects of planning, financing and transferring operations to Liverpool, where the company will have its headquarters. The GEP also supported the merger of OrgMetrics and Hire Level Technologies, Inc. in 2005 that created the present company. The relocation of OrgMetrics to the UK will further catalyze its development and expansion into new international markets and territories, proving once again that entrepreneurship is global.

Peter Holden, GEP's Dealmaker responsible for the OrgMetrics relationship said:

"OrgMetrics is a true pioneer in the US and Canada in using advanced analytics for improved human capital management. We are delighted that it has chosen the UK as its headquarters and base for future operations, and we feel that the move upholds the reputation of the region as an entrepreneurial destination."

"The move provides the North West of England with a rapidly growing company and the promise of high-tech jobs, and puts the area on the map as the home to the leading company in a sector that has been ripe for innovation for many years."

"In return the North West offers OrgMetrics a mature customer base, attractive financing, a high quality labour force, strong educational institutions, and a low cost of living. The location also provides access to the fast-growing European market, which is rapidly deploying integrated human capital management solutions. Other factors in the decision to relocate included the UK's attractive business climate, which offers a strong IT-related services infrastructure and abundant joint-venture opportunities. 'Entrepreneurial Britain' provides immense opportunity and a smooth transition for early stage companies with enormous promise, such as OrgMetrics."

OrgMetrics CEO Scott Murray said:

"I was amazed at the speed and efficiency of the deal as well as the nurturing entrepreneurial environment and pleasantly surprised at how open and accessible the region is to entrepreneurs like me."

"I spoke to the British Consulate in Toronto and contacted Peter. After a trip to the UK in July and with Department of Trade Industry and regional agencies' support, we were able to finalize everything a few months thereafter."

The GEP worked closely with local development agencies in the Northwest, including NWDA, Business Liverpool and the Mersey Partnership to not only support the relocation but also provide the necessary "soft-landing" and after-care support to ensure its rapid integration into the region. The company is already engaged in advanced discussions with several local and pan-European clients through the coordinated effort and support of these organizations.

The total financing package for OrgMetrics was provided by a combination of an SFI (Small Firms Investment) grant and funding from Business Liverpool, MSIF (Merseyside Special Investment Fund) and OrgMetrics.

About UK Trade & Investment and The Global Entrepreneurs Programme

UK Trade & Investment is the government organization that provides integrated support services for UK companies engaged in overseas trade, and foreign businesses focused on the UK as an inward investment location. For more information visit the web site at www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk.

UK Trade & Investment launched the Global Entrepreneurs Programme (GEP) in 2003 as a new approach to economic development. The GEP champions new business ideas by bringing together entrepreneurs and those who can best guide them towards success in the UK. Dealmakers act as a liaison between the government and entrepreneurs. For more information visit the GEP website at www.entrepreneurs.gov.uk.

About OrgMetrics

OrgMetrics is a technology company created in 2005 via the merger of a 20-year-old privately held software company, Organizational Metrics Ltd (OMI) of Ontario, Canada, and Hire Level Technologies (HLT), a Toronto, Canada-based cutting-edge human capital management technology company established in 2003. OrgMetrics' headquarters are located in the UK with additional offices in Markham, Ontario. The company's products offer market-leading sub-skills based assessment, tracking, planning and analytic tools. OrgMetrics has a proven track record supporting large dynamic organizations in Health Care, IT, Finance, Government and the Trades. Customers include BDO Dunwoody, Johnson & Johnson, American Express, Union Pacific Railroad and Royal Bank of Canada. For more information visit the OrgMetrics website at www.orgmetrics.com.