Oshyn and RedDot Partner to Deliver Premium Web Content Management Solutions for .NET-based Platforms

August 31, 2006; 04:26 AM

Hummingbird Ltd., a leading global provider of integrated enterprise content management (ECM) and network connectivity solutions announced a partnership with Oshyn, a leading independent provider of Web design, content management deployment and application usability engineering, and RedDot Solutions, a Hummingbird company, in which Oshyn will provide expert implementation and integration services for RedDot's Web Content Management Solution (CMS) for mid-market organizations leveraging .NET-based platforms.

Oshyn's expertise and experience in implementation and integration services provides RedDot customers with an inclusive, customized, and effective CMS foundation. Built on the latest .NET-based platform technology, RedDot/Oshyn solutions allows organizations to compile content and document repositories, and to quickly and easily create, edit, and update content to produce a unique and dynamic online experience for end users.

RedDot CMS enables all content creators with the ability to create and publish content online - even those with no knowledge of basic Web design. As soon as content creators review and publish information, it becomes available via their Web site or portal.

"We have worked with many Web content management solutions and have consistently found success for our clients through RedDot CMS. Because of its ease of use and its wealth of features and functionality, RedDot offers the best solution for organizations with .NET-based platforms," said Travis Cole, Oshyn COO. "CMS suppliers around the world are straining to provide adequate implementation services amid a general shortage of experienced CMS consultants. The partnership between Oshyn and RedDot solves this issue for organizations seeking to efficiently implement a premium Web content management solution."

"Oshyn provides expert services, advice and the solutions that businesses and organizations need," said Detlef Kamps, president of RedDot Solutions. "This partnership is an excellent channel to offer RedDot content management solutions to serve clients who are leveraging .NET-based platforms."

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About Oshyn

Oshyn, Inc. is a privately held technology implementation services provider headquartered in Los Angeles and serving clients throughout the US. Oshyn strengthens the competitive position of clients by delivering measurable results through the balanced application of strategic technology. Founded in 2001, Oshyn provides teams of dedicated, professional and experienced individuals with expertise in various areas including technology, creative design, usability and business and program management. For more information on Oshyn, please visit: http://www.oshyn.com.

About RedDot Solutions

RedDot Solutions, a Hummingbird company, provides enterprise content management software to create and manage the content that drives business. Recognized throughout the industry as the fastest to implement and easiest to use, RedDot's software products XCMS(TM) (Extended Content Management System), CMS (Web Content Management Software) and LiveServer are scalable solutions for Web content and document management, business process workflow, personalization and collaboration. More than 1,700 clients worldwide, including March of Dimes, Bank of New York, Honda, Starbucks, STA Travel, Triumph Motorcycles, The National Archives, O2 and London Fire Brigade rely on RedDot to increase productivity, improve operational efficiency and reduce risk. For more information, please visit: http://www.reddot.com/.

About Hummingbird

Hummingbird Ltd. (NASDAQ: HUMC, TSX: HUM) is a leading global provider of enterprise software solutions. The Company's enterprise software solutions fall into two principal categories: enterprise content management (ECM) solutions, and network connectivity solutions. Hummingbird's ECM solutions enable organizations to manage the lifecycle of enterprise content from creation to disposition, thereby enabling organizations to address critical business needs, such as information management, business continuity, compliance and risk mitigation. The network connectivity solutions provide a comprehensive set of core network technologies that enables the enterprise to connect to any type of legacy system.

Founded in 1984, Hummingbird employs over 1,400 people and serves more than 33,000 customers, including 90% of Fortune 100. Hummingbird solutions are sold directly from 40 offices worldwide and through an Alliance Network of partners and resellers. For more information, visit http://www.hummingbird.com