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Interface Software and Boomer Consulting Form Strategic Relationship

Alliance to Benefit Accounting Firms Seeking Tailored CRM Solution to Drive Revenues

OAK BROOK (IL), 31 October, 2001: Interface Software, developer of the leading client relationship management (CRM) solution for accounting firms, InterAction®, and Boomer Consulting, the leading technology management consulting firm in the accounting field, today announced the formation of a strategic relationship. The two companies have agreed to work together to collect and analyze the CRM needs of accounting firms, and to communicate the benefits of Relationship Intelligence to mid and large-sized firms. Relationship Intelligence is competitive information about people, companies, relationships, experience and expertise, aggregated, managed and delivered by InterAction to provide accountants with a complete, 360° view of client and contact relationships.

Boomer Consulting will serve at an advisory level to assist Interface Software in formulating and executing its strategy to market InterAction to accounting firms. The two companies will also explore opportunities for joint education and awareness-building concerning the critical importance that Relationship Intelligence plays to the long term success of firms.

Boomer Consulting works with some of the nation's leading accounting and consulting. CEO Gary Boomer says the demand for a CRM solution tailored to the needs of accounting firms is evident. "Firms are interested in investing in software that will provide an immediate return and a competitive advantage. InterAction has a long track record of empowering professional services organizations to uncover new business opportunities, increase cross-selling opportunities and differentiate themselves from the competition. We look forward to working with Interface Software and helping them communicate these benefits of InterAction to the marketplace."

"Boomer Consulting is the premier technology consultancy to the accounting profession," says Nathan Fineberg, Interface Software's President and CEO. "Their innovative Boomer Technology Circles provide a forum for firms to look at innovative technologies to better drive growth in their businesses. Boomer Consulting empowers firms across the country to leverage technology for competitive advantage. We are delighted that they consider InterAction the CRM solution of choice for accounting firms. We look forward to working with them to ensure that InterAction continues to reflect the changing needs of the profession. Feedback from leading firms such as the Boomer Consulting Technology Circle members will be critical to our success."

About Interface Software
Interface Software is a leading provider of client relationship management software and services for the professional services industry. Its flagship product, InterAction®, enables firms to transform internal information about people, companies, relationships, experience and expertise into Relationship Intelligence. Relationship Intelligence is internal competitive content that offers a complete, 360° view of client and contact relationships. Firms use Relationship Intelligence to enhance client service, source new revenue opportunities and differentiate their services from the competition. InterAction is internet-enabled, allowing professionals to view information however they choose-through knowledge management platforms, corporate portals, intranets, extranets and wireless devices. For more information contact Interface Software, Inc. at 1420 Kensington Road, Suite 320, Oak Brook, IL 60523, Telephone: +1.630.572.1400, Website: www.interaction.com. In the UK, contact Dan Von Weihe, National Sales Manager, at 38 New Oxford Street, Suite 204 London, WC1A 1EP, United Kingdom, Telephone: +44.(0)78.7057.1234, Email: Dan.VonWeihe@lexisnexis.com.

About Boomer Consulting
At Boomer Consulting, Inc., we help accounting firms master the integration of technology with their strategic objectives. We created a process called The Technology Leadership Process™. We call it that because it will help accounting firms master technology in order to become a leader in the industry. It has proven successful in hundreds of firms throughout the world. Most firms are experiencing frustration with technology. We call it the reactionary technology trap. Firms risk losing clients and employees if they get caught in the trap. Ultimately, business will decline. Where a firm enters our program depends on how well the firm is currently utilizing technology. For more information about Boomer Consulting services, call +1.888.266.6375. www.boomer.com

InterAction is a registered trademark of Interface Software, Inc. All other product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.