Business Services Industry

PeopleSoft Forms Healthcare User Advisory Board

Business Wire, Nov 15, 1995

PLEASANTON, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 15, 1995--PeopleSoft, Inc. (NASDAQ: PSFT), a leading supplier of client/server business software, today announced the formation of a Healthcare User Advisory Board.

This board will advise PeopleSoft management on product strategy, content, and direction in its efforts to better serve the present and future needs of healthcare organizations. This board will also oversee and run PeopleSoft's bi-annual Healthcare Special Interest Group meetings.

Since it began to focus on the healthcare market in 1993, PeopleSoft has experienced rapid acceptance of its client/server business applications in this fast-changing industry. PeopleSoft is committed to serving the healthcare industry and, to date, lists over 70 leading organizations -- encompassing integrated healthcare delivery networks, managed care organizations, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, clinics, and large physician group practicesQamong its more than 700 total customers.

Dennis Dassenko, Director of Information Systems for the University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, has been named as advisory board Chairman. "I am accepting this appointment to PeopleSoft's Healthcare User Advisory Board because I believe the company is well-positioned to address the specific needs of the rapidly changing healthcare industry," said Dassenko.

"The University of Wisconsin Hospital & Clinics, combined with other PeopleSoft healthcare customers, is in a position to influence and support the company's product direction and provide valuable input into the needs and requirements unique to this market."

Other board members include: Angie Affolter, Manager of Human Resource Information Systems, Caremark Inc.; George Conklin, CIO & VP, Information Systems, Integris Health (formerly Oklahoma Health System); Melinda Kruzner, CFO, Lexington Medical Center; and Angela Tibando, Coordinator, Information Services, University Hospital.

About PeopleSoft, Inc.

PeopleSoft Inc. (NASDAQ:PSFT) was established in 1987 to provide innovative software solutions that meet the changing business needs of enterprises worldwide. A client/server applications pioneer and market share leader, PeopleSoft develops, markets, and supports a complete suite of enterprise solutions for accounting, materials management, distribution, manufacturing, and human resources. PeopleSoft's innovative use of technology empowers individuals to make informed decisions and manage constant change.

With several hundred Fortune 1000 customers around the world, the company has been recognized for both its award-winning customer service and remarkable growth. PeopleSoft was listed by Fortune Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in America in 1994 and 1995, and by Forbes Magazine as one of the best small companies in America in 1994. PeopleSoft product and service information can be located on the World Wide Web at http://www.peoplesoft.com, or via fax-on-demand at 1-800-296-0937. -0-

Note to Editors: PeopleSoft, PeopleCode and PeopleTalk are trademarks, and PeopleTools and PS/nVision are registered trademarks of PeopleSoft, Inc. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

CONTACT: PeopleSoft Inc.

Jennifer Langer, 404/814-5500

jennifer_langer@peoplesoft.com

or

The Horn Group

Marsha Greeley, 415/579-6400

marsha@horngroup.com

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