FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MAY 2006

Novera Consulting Earns Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program

Aliso Viejo, CA — May 8. 2006 — Novera Consulting, a leading Southern California-based software development consulting firm, today announced it has earned certified status in Microsoft Corp.’s Partner Program recognizing Novera Consulting’s expertise and total impact in the technology marketplace. As a Certified Partner, Novera Consulting has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customer needs. Microsoft Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support that give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Novera Consulting provides software development services to clients spanning multiple industries. Extensive utilization of Microsoft technologies, platforms, and developer tools for creation of custom client solutions is a key factor in Novera’s success.

“Only companies that have demonstrated high levels of customer service, proved their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Certified Partner,” said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft. “Today, Microsoft recognizes Novera Consulting for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”

“We are extremely pleased to have earned certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program”, said Mike Meyers, President of Novera Consulting. “Earning certified status is significant in that it demonstrates to our clients both our expertise in developing and implementing software based on Microsoft technologies, and also our dedication to delivering business solutions with the highest levels of client service and satisfaction.. The benefits provided to Microsoft Certified Partners will allow us to continue to enhance the offerings that we provide to our clients.”

The Microsoft Partner Program was launched in December 2003 and represents Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to the success of partners worldwide. The Microsoft Partner 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.

About Novera

Novera Consulting, Inc. is a leading software development consulting firm specializing in custom software solutions. We build secure, scalable, reliable software based on Microsoft’s technology platform for companies seeking to increase efficiency and boost productivity. We offer expertise in all phases of the software development lifecycle and will work closely with your company to ensure your project is completed on time and within budget. Located in Aliso Viejo, CA, we provide services to businesses in the Orange, San Diego, and Los Angeles Counties. For information about Novera Consulting, please visit http://www.noveraconsulting.com or call us at (949) 215-2404.

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For more information, press only:
Nick Meyers, Director, Sales and Marketing, Novera Consulting Inc., (949)215-2404,
nmeyers@noveraconsulting.com