Honda of America Mfg. Selects Element K as E-Learning Solutions Provider; Element K to Provide HAM Associates with Web-Based Training

Business Wire, March 5, 2001

Business Editors

ROCHESTER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 5, 2001

Element K, a leading provider of e-learning solutions for businesses and individuals, today announced a three-year agreement with Honda of America Mfg. (HAM) to provide 4,000 of its associates with access to Element K's online training courses available at www.elementk.com.

A pioneer in computer training, courseware development and Web-based learning, Element K offers more than 1000 information technology and business courses designed exclusively for the Web. Element K training solutions address the strategic objectives of businesses and individuals by providing them with efficient, flexible and cost-effective methods of acquiring knowledge and skills, and enables them to expand their competencies and improve their productivity.

"Providing our associates with Element K's online training offerings will reduce our overall cost of training and development, and brings increased efficiency to future software roll-outs," said Matt McClain, who coordinates e-learning in the Information Services department at Honda of America Mfg. "We also believe this instructional training will contribute to overall associate productivity."

"Honda of America Mfg. is a leader in the automobile industry and we look forward to providing its associates with round-the-clock access to IT and computer skills training," said Terry Nulty, president of Element K. "We're confident that they will appreciate the convenience and flexibility of being able to learn what they need, when they need it - all at their own pace."

About Honda of America Mfg.

Headquartered in Marysville, Ohio, Honda of America Manufacturing operates four plants in Ohio employing 13,000 associates. In addition to two auto plants, its Anna Engine Plant produces more than 1 million auto engines per year. The Marysville Motorcycle Plant produces the Gold Wing among other motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles.

About Element K

Founded in 1982, Element K (formerly Ziff-Davis Education) is a leading provider of corporate e-learning solutions for business and technology skills serving Fortune 1000 companies, universities, government organizations and individuals. A pioneer in computer training, courseware development and e-learning, the company offers more than 1000 information technology and business courses designed exclusively for the Web. Element K's integrated online training solutions feature instructor-led online courses, self-paced tutorials, a comprehensive reference library and dynamic interaction with experts and peers. The company also hosts an online learning environment integrated with a powerful learning management system. More information on the company can be found at www.elementk.com.