Monday, May 7, 2007

Plateau to Showcase Leading Talent Management Solutions at Strategic HR Events throughout Europe and Asia


Company Demonstrates Increased Commitment to Global Customers and International Expansion


Arlington, VA. – May 7, 2007 –Plateau Systems, a leading provider of software for developing, managing, rewarding and optimizing organizational skills and talent, will be exhibiting and presenting its leading talent management solutions at HR conferences this week in the United Kingdom, India and Singapore.  Highlighting Plateau’s worldwide efforts to meet customer demand, the company will be presenting its latest developments and vision to customers and partners at The Human Resources Forum in the United Kingdom, HR Summit 07 in Singapore, and HR Congress India.


“Plateau is experiencing a dramatic increase in interest and need from global customers for best-of-breed talent management solutions,” said Don Hernandez, Vice President of International Sales at Plateau.  “This week’s conferences provide users a unique opportunity to meet with company executives and gather increased intelligence on the value that Plateau can provide to their talent management initiatives.  We will continue to implement new programs to support and communicate with global customers in this growing market.”   


Plateau has been invited to conduct a high-level Talent Management presentation at HR Congress India (May 10 – 11, 2007) in Mumbai, India. On Monday, May 11 at 9:30 am, the company’s Chief Technology Officer, Ed Cohen, will deliver a speech titled:  “Proactive Talent Planning and Career Development.”  During this presentation, he will provide attendees with ways that their organizations can address the looming talent crisis by identifying critical positions and enabling employees to develop their career plans. He will also discuss best practices to link employee capabilities and career goals with organizational staffing needs.


In addition to its involvement at the HR Congress India, Plateau is also leveraging several other international events to increase its global marketing presence and address the growing demand for its leading-edge talent management solutions in Europe and Asia.  Plateau is a sponsor and exhibitor at The Human Resources Forum from May 9 - 12, which takes place aboard the Aurora cruise ship, departing from Southampton, United Kingdom.  This unique conference features facilitated networking between vendors and potential customers and enables prospects to research potential suppliers, benchmark existing ones and hear about new products and services in the marketplace.  Plateau is also exhibiting its innovative Talent Management Solutions, including its recently added Compensation Management component at HR Summit 07 from May 9-10, which takes place at the Suntect Convention and Exhibition Centre in Singapore.


Plateau continues its international campaign in June with the Talent Challenge 2007 conference in London from June 4 – 5, where the company will sponsor, exhibit and meet with customers, partners and prospects.


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About Plateau

Plateau is a leading, global provider of adaptable, web-based software for developing, managing, rewarding and optimizing organizational talent to increase workforce productivity and drive business success. Plateau’s award-winning software is powering talent management initiatives across some of the world’s most successful organizations, including the American Red Cross, General Electric, the Internal Revenue Service, Capital One Services and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Industry analysts at Bersin & Associates, Forrester Research and other leading information and technology research and advisory firms continue to recognize Plateau’s leadership in delivering best-in-class functionality, technology and customer satisfaction. Plateau is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with offices across the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific.  For more information, please visit www.plateau.com.


Plateau Systems, the Plateau Systems logo, Plateau Performance, and Plateau are the property of Plateau Systems Ltd. All other names and brands are the property of their respective holders.

Wednesday, May 2, 2007

Plateau Systems Named Red Herring 100 Winner


Company Recognized as One of North America's "Most Promising" Companies Driving the Future of Technology


Arlington, VA. – May 2, 2007 –Plateau Systems, a leading provider of software for developing, managing, rewarding and optimizing organizational talent, today announced that it has been named to the Red Herring 100, an award given to the 100 most promising private North American technology companies. The editorial staff selected the Red Herring 100 award winners after a rigorous analysis of financial data and a thorough evaluation of the company’s management strength, industry leadership, strategy execution and investment in research and development.


"Having received more than 800 submissions, it is clear that we are witnessing a new outburst of creativity." says Joel Dreyfuss, Editor-in-Chief of Red Herring. "With venture capital flowing again, it’s exciting to see technology innovators and business investors collaborate to create disruptive technologies. The Red Herring 100 North America companies are impressive up-and-comers, and definitely the ones to watch."


Now in its tenth year, the Red Herring’s annual list of top private companies is an important part of the company’s widely-recognized tradition of identifying new and innovative technology companies and entrepreneurs. Google, eBay and Skype are among the many companies Red Herring editors recognized early on and touted as leaders that would change the way we live and work. This year’s winners continue to epitomize this tradition by pioneering and actualizing next-generation technology solutions and making them accessible across new and important markets.


“Plateau has a proven record of pioneering industry leading solutions that address real-world talent management needs, and we are honored that the Red Herring editors have recognized this and the value it brings our customers,” said Paul Sparta, Chairman and CEO of Plateau. “Being named to the Red Herring 100 validates Plateau’s leadership in developing innovative solutions that transform the way companies manage processes and content across their full talent management lifecycle. We will continue to raise the bar in delivering solutions that increase workforce productivity, enhance corporate and employee performance, and generate tangible returns for our customers.”


Customers, media and industry analysts consistently recognize Plateau for its industry leadership and unparalleled commitment to customer loyalty and success. Most recently, the company was named the Overall Satisfaction Leader for Global Enterprises in the Bersin & Associates 2007 LMS Customer Satisfaction Study. In 2006, Plateau was positioned in the Leader’s Quadrant in the Gartner 2006 e-Learning Suites Magic Quadrant report, based on the company’s vision and ability to execute. Plateau was also voted the overall winner of the “Industry’s First Integrated Performance & Learning Management Shootout” at the 2006 HR Technology Conference and Exposition last October.


To honor the CEOs of Red Herring 100 award winners, Red Herring has invited each company to present at its Red Herring Spring 2007 event, May1-3, at the Hyatt Regency in Monterey. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Red Herring 100 Awards. To celebrate this occasion, Red Herring 100 winners will share their successes and insights on how to make it to the top. As the venue for the unveiling of the Top 100 private companies in North America, Red Herring Spring draws unparalleled attention from decision makers and industry observers across the continent. For more information visit www.redherring.com


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About Red Herring

Red Herring is a global media company which unites the world’s best high technology innovators, venture investors and business decision makers in a variety of forums: a leading innovation magazine, an online daily technology news service, technology newsletters, and major events for technology leaders around the globe. Red Herring provides an insider’s access to the global innovation economy, featuring unparalleled insights on the emerging technologies driving the economy. More information about Red Herring is available on the Internet at www.redherring.com.


About Plateau

Plateau is a leading, global provider of adaptable, web-based software for developing, managing, rewarding and optimizing organizational talent to increase workforce productivity and business operations performance. Plateau’s award-winning software is being used to power talent management initiatives across some of the world’s most successful organizations, including the American Red Cross, General Electric, the Internal Revenue Service, Capital One Services and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Industry analysts at Bersin & Associates, Forrester Research and other leading information and technology research and advisory firms continue to recognize Plateau’s leadership in delivering best-in-class functionality, technology and customer satisfaction. Plateau is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, with offices across the United States, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.plateau.com.


Plateau Systems, the Plateau Systems logo, Plateau Performance, and Plateau are the property of Plateau Systems Ltd. All other names and brands are the property of their respective holders.