DS SolidWorks Extends Support for SolidWorks 3D CAD Software

Business-Critical Solutions are Now Free to any Subscriber for an Additional
Year

CONCORD, Mass.--(Business Wire)--
While many companies are reducing service levels, Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks
Corp. (DS SolidWorks) is now extending support for SolidWorks® 3D CAD software
versions by a full year.

This means that DS SolidWorks will directly address and remedy any Subscription
Services member`s confirmed business-critical issue with SolidWorks 2008 through
the announcement of SolidWorks 2010 in September - in fact, all the way to
December 2009. Until now, SolidWorks ended these remedies three months after the
introduction of a new SolidWorks version. With today`s announcement, subscribers
are eligible for 15 months of updates.

"Although our subscribers have upgraded early to SolidWorks 2009 at a record
pace, there are some issues outside of our customers` control that prevent a
timely upgrade to take advantage of the new capabilities of our latest software
version," explained Richard Welch, vice president of customer services for DS
SolidWorks. "We find that some companies may be in the midst of large-scale
projects or want to upgrade hardware along with their software when the timing
is more appropriate for their businesses. Knowing that, we want to be a good
business partner and offer them the flexibility that they require."

Requests for DS SolidWorks to address business-critical issues are submitted
normally through SolidWorks resellers. The extension is available to
subscription customers and helps ensure optimal business performance for
organizations and individuals who use SolidWorks.

"The support I have received has been impressive," said mechanical engineer and
longtime SolidWorks user Deepak Gupta, author of the Boxer`s Blog, featuring
SolidWorks tips, tricks and tutorials. "And with the extended support for
SolidWorks, one can see the importance of SolidWorks Subscription Services and
the value to customers."

Subscription Service customers already receive:

Technical benefits

* Automatic upgrades to new versions;
* Access to premium information on the SolidWorks Customer Portal
(https://customerportal.solidworks.com/eservice_enu);
* Downloads of service packs;
* Access to an extensive support knowledge base; and
* Real-time, hands-on help from trained technicians using a remote log-in.

Business Benefits

* A wealth of technical expertise and mentoring from the SolidWorks community;
* Direct, local reseller support;
* Free certification testing and efficiency reporting;
* Predictable costs, flexible purchase options, and discounts; and
* Assurance that engineers stay current and productive.

For those interested in taking advantage of this new program, please contact a
local reseller or local SolidWorks Subscription manager, Michelle Nagel
(michelle.nagel@3ds.com for the Americas and Asia Pacific), Isabel Taylor
(Isabel.taylor@3ds.com for Europe) or Paul Mazur (paul.mazur@3ds.com).

About Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp.

Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp., a Dassault Systèmes S.A. subsidiary, is a
world leader in 3D solutions. The company develops and markets software for
design, analysis, product data management, and documentation. It is the leading
supplier of 3D CAD technology, giving teams intuitive, high-performing software
that helps them design better products. For the latest news, information, or an
online demonstration, visit the company`s Web site (www.solidworks.com) or call
1-800-693-9000 (outside of North America, call +1-978-371-5000).

CATIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, SIMULIA, SolidWorks, and 3D VIA are registered trademarks
of Dassault Systèmes or its subsidiaries in the US and/or other countries. Other
brand and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright ©
2009 Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp.

Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp.
Nancy Buchino, 978-318-5262
Nancy.Buchino@3ds.com
www.solidworks.com
or
Beaupre & Co. Public Relations
Darby Johnson, 603-559-5809
djohnson@beaupre.com
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