Planisware Named in IDC MarketScape: IT Project and Portfolio Management, 2009 Vendor Analysis

Leading Global Provider of Corporate Portfolio Management Solutions Positioned
as a "Major Player"
SAN FRANCISCO--(Business Wire)--
Planisware, a leading global provider of world-class corporate portfolio
management (CPM) solutions for companies across myriad industries - including
pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, energy, aerospace and defense,
automotive, and high-tech - today announced that it has been positioned in the
2009 IDC MarketScape1. The report evaluates IT project and portfolio management
(PPM) vendors worldwide based on enterprise ITPPM capabilities, current and
emerging SaaS and on-demand delivery models, and integration with key
third-party solutions - providing analysis for vendors` comparative marketplace
success and insight into possibilities for product evolution.

As a "Major Player," Planisware`s flexibility, single architecture,
transparency, Web-based interface, modular design, and focus for key vertical
areas are noted as product strengths. Also highlighted is Planisware`s strong
functionality in key areas, as well as its wide scope that provides modules for
IT PPM, product life-cycle management (PLM), new product development, and
corporate portfolio management (CPM).

"The PPM marketplace can be overwhelming to new and potential users attempting
to select a solution," said Pierre Demonsant, CEO and founder of Planisware.
"The IDC MarketScape provides insight into this market that makes the selection
process easier. We are pleased that IDC recognized Planisware`s world-class
software as an industry "Major Player" that can adapt to users` different
processes and needs."

Planisware is a global leader in developing unique, world-class CPM/EPPM
products and solutions for companies across myriad industries worldwide.
Featuring integrated portfolio management, financial analysis, resource
allocation, scheduling and cost management, and risk and simulation analysis,
the Planisware system has been cited by several esteemed analysts as a leader
and innovator among CPM vendors worldwide. The only fully configurable,
Web-based project and portfolio management solution available, Planisware is
Stage-Gate Ready, SAP-certified, and has been adopted by several organizations
for its superior research & development, IT PPM, CPM, enterprise CPM and earned
value management capabilities.

About IDC MarketScape

IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model is designed to provide an overview of the
competitive fitness of ICT (information and communications technology) suppliers
in a given market. The research methodology utilizes a rigorous scoring
methodology based on both qualitative and quantitative criteria that results in
a single graphical illustration of each vendor`s position within a given market.
IDC MarketScape provides a clear framework in which the product and service
offerings, capabilities and strategies, and current and future market success
factors of IT and telecommunications vendors can be meaningfully compared. The
framework also provides technology buyers with a 360-degree assessment of the
strengths and weaknesses of current and prospective vendors.

About Planisware

Planisware is the leading global provider of world-class corporate portfolio
management solutions for companies managing R&D investments. Planisware`s
acclaimed configurability accommodates the company`s global customers across a
variety of industries - including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, energy,
aerospace and defense, automotive, and high-tech - and empowers users to align
the solution with key business programs and portfolio management processes. With
more than 150,000 users worldwide and a 99% customer retention rate, Planisware
has been recognized as an industry leader by several esteemed analysts, as well
as has achieved Stage-Gate Ready© and SAP integration certifications. To learn
more about Planisware, please visit www.planisware.com or call 888-752-6479.

1 IDC, IDC Marketscape : IT Project and Portfolio Management, 2009 Vendor
Analysis, Doc # 219087, July 2009

For Planisware
Randi Whitcomb, 415-591-0941 ext. 34
randi.whitcomb@planisware.com

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