OpenAir VP to discuss avoiding channel conflict in SIIA Webcast

Boston, MA (October 17, 2006)—OpenAir VP of Sales and Marketing Ed Marshall will be a panelist in tomorrow's SIIA webcast, discussing how to manage channel conflict in the Software-as-a-Service environment. Marshall brings broad experience running sales, services and business development groups to the table, discussing partner selection and partner program success.

"Finding partners whose values mesh with OpenAir can unlock great value for our customers—and the dynamic of partner relationships for on-demand vendors is different than traditional channel programs," said Marshall. "We have some fantastic partners who have leveraged the new on-demand marketplace to provide higher-value offerings to our joint customers."

Marshall will be joining executives from ClickCommerce, Intacct and DynaSales for the webcast, which will take place on October 18, 2006 from 12:30PM - 2:00PM EST / 9:30AM-11AM PST.

About SIIA
The Software & Information Industry Association is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industry. SIIA provides global services in government relations, business development, corporate education and intellectual property protection to the leading companies that are setting the pace for the digital age.

About OpenAir
OpenAir Professional Services Automation (PSA) software enables professional services firms to gain controls and insight on their financial best practices. OpenAir empowers executives to track projects, teams, and billable hours for improving employee utilization and to streamline project management. OpenAir Consulting provides both expert deployment advice on the OpenAir product as well as Services Best Practices Consulting as part of the OpenAir Optimize(TM) Services Program. Relying on a team of former Bain, Cambridge Technology Partners and Mercer consultants, OpenAir has developed comprehensive programs for both the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) deployment paradigm as well as for the services vertical industries. OpenAir has helped leading services organizations across six continents increase profits through the subscription-based solution. For additional information, visit www.openair.com .