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NTL Signs Major Software and FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Markham, Ontario, Canada, August 30, 2004 - Enghouse Systems Limited (TSX:ESL) today announced that its Asset Management Division has been selected to provide NTL Group Limited (NASDAQ: NTLI) with a leading-edge geospatial network design and management software solution. This multi-year agreement involves NTL licensing Enghouse's proprietary NetWORKS software suite and entering into arrangements for ongoing maintenance support and services. Specifically designed for telecommunication, electric utility, and CATV service providers, NetWORKS can help maximize network resources, increase workflow, improve customer service and enhance operational efficiency and provides Inside (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) design, network management, and facilities management capabilities. NTL is a leading broadband and communications services company in the UK and the Republic of Ireland providing telephone, cable, data, voice and Internet services to residences, large businesses, ISP's, and public sector organizations. Serving over 2.9 million cable customers including 1.1 million broadband customers, NTL selected Enghouse NetWORKS suite of products as it provides a complete solution to the management of complex, multi-domain networks. Andrew Nellestyn, President of Enghouse's Asset Management Division, said, "We are very pleased to have been selected by NTL, as it validates the extensive product development the Company has undertaken over the past several years to bring the NetWORKS product to market and leverages our expertise in this market". "The NetWORKS product is well positioned to address the main design and network management issues facing NTL's cable and fibre networks. It supports initiatives already started in improving network data availability in all business areas, and the processes of managing network information as an aid to growing our business", stated David Hendry, Physical Inventory Programme Manager, of NTL. "Following an extensive tendering process, we are pleased to have selected Enghouse and look forward to developing a long-term relationship. Our roll out and change programme will take place over the next 18-24 months and we look forward to a good level of support from Enghouse." Stephen J. Sadler, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Enghouse, said, "This is the most significant sale of the NetWORKS product to date and is a key element in our go forward strategy within this division. Enghouse remains committed to expanding its business through managed growth and strategic acquisitions." About Enghouse: Enghouse is a leading global provider of enterprise software solutions serving a variety of distinct vertical markets. Its strategy is to build a larger and more diverse software company through strategic acquisitions and managed growth. Enghouse shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ESL". Further information about Enghouse may be obtained from the Company's web site at www.enghouse.com. For Further Information Please Contact: |
