Clothing giant Matalan says `tailored Bond Software fits like a glove`

Issued by Global Research Partners for MCI
Johannesburg, 08 Aug 2005

MCI, the exclusive distributor for Bond International Software in SA and the largest distributor of staffing software in SA, today announced an endorsement for the Bond Software from UK-based clothing and homeware giant, Matalan Plc.

According to Matalan, switching to Bond`s market leading Adapt Applicant Tracking Software has enabled the company to turn its new-store recruitment process from a headache into a breeze.

Matalan chose Bond International Software`s powerful Web-based system to streamline its recruitment process, which involves taking on large numbers of staff when a new store opens its doors. This includes hot line interviewing and screening large numbers of applicants over the phone that is then followed by group interviews with Matalan staff.

"As an evolving and innovative organisation, our needs are constantly changing and we needed software that could reflect and support this easily and cost-effectively," commented Kate Good, Matalan`s retail resourcing manager. "Bond always responds rapidly to all of our requirements and their excellent ongoing support has made them an essential partner in our quest for increasing market share and growth."

"Adapt`s unique ability to be tailored to meet Matalan`s needs and to develop in line with their business, means it is a successful partnership that we are confident will continue to flourish," added Tim Richards, MD of Bond International.

Matalan, one of the UK`s large retailers, opened its first store in 1985 and now has over 180 outlets. The last year of trading to 28 February 2005 witnessed its turnover breaking the lb1.1 billion barrier with operating profits up 35% over 2004.

For further information, please contact Aliki Droussiotis, MCI: telephone 011 454-3420, fax 011 454-3417, e-mail aliki@mci.co.za.

Bond International Software Group

Bond International Software Group based in the UK and listed on the LSE`s Alternative Investment Market (AIM), is a pioneer in the development and provision of staffing software, support and consultancy services to the staffing and recruiting industries.

Since its foundation nearly 30 years ago, Bond has consistently combined innovation, dedication and market focus to forge ahead of its competitors. Its products and services have achieved prestigious acclaim and are now the market choice of many of the largest and most well respected personnel organisations throughout the world. The group`s consistent, visionary perspective has enabled its network of global users to interpret and manage dynamic, complex markets and realise tangible competitive advantage in the race for human capital.

MCI Consultants

MCI Consultants is a South African-based business information systems consulting firm specialising in providing software solutions to the business community, specifically to the financial services and personnel recruitment industries.

It offers a complete solution, which can include project management, consulting services, installation, training and support, packaged software implementations, product development including e-commerce solutions, hardware supply, installation and design services.

Its approach is to continuously provide solutions to meet clients` changing requirements. It takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and building lasting partnerships with clients.

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