Catapult Systems Earns Record Seven Microsoft Competencies

Premier Microsoft IT Services Provider and Managed Gold Partner recognized for expertise and marketplace impact

AUSTIN, Texas – March 5, 2007 – Catapult Systems, a leading Microsoft IT consulting firm, today announces the awarding of a record seven competencies in the Microsoft Partner Program: Advanced Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Business Process and Integration, Custom Development, Data Management / Business Intelligence, Information Worker and Mobility. Globally, few companies can boast a similar abundance of competencies, further setting Catapult ahead of its competition.

As a Managed Gold Certified Partner, Catapult has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers’ needs. Microsoft Gold Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, giving them a competitive advantage in the channel.

“We are excited to receive this recognition and support from Microsoft. It highlights our commitment to customer satisfaction through technological innovation,” said Sam Goodner, chief executive officer of Catapult Systems. “With this level of certification and scrutiny, our customers can have confidence that they are receiving the best advice and most effective solutions from a reputable and experienced consulting partner.”

“Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their business demands and technology capabilities,” said Kevin Castillo, Director of Enterprise Technology and Solution Sales, Microsoft. “Catapult can act as that expert adviser, and occupies a special place in its working relationship with Microsoft, because we know we can count on them to deliver Microsoft's message to our customers."

Achieving the Microsoft Competency certification required a combination of employee technical certifications, multiple customer references and other business measures. The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in October 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The program offers a single, integrated partnering framework that recognizes partner expertise, rewards the total impact that partners have in the technology marketplace, and delivers more value to help partners’ businesses be successful.