Syntax

Syntax.net Strengthens Senior Leadership Team

Montreal, QC (August 1, 2001) - Michael Etinson, President of Syntax.net, a leading e-business integrator specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Supply Chain Management and Business Intelligence (BI) / Data Warehousing, recently announced key changes to the senior management team that will continue to ensure a clear focus on the company's future growth strategies.

Gary Shaffran, currently Vice President of Marketing and General Manager of the Toronto branch, will now take on the additional responsibility of Senior Vice President of the Company, effective immediately. "Gary Shaffran has played a key role in the growth of Syntax.net over the years," explains Michael Etinson. "I am pleased that Gary's new position will enable him to assist even further with the company's aggressive growth strategies."

Mr. Shaffran joined Syntax.net in 1981. During his tenure with Syntax.net, Mr. Shaffran has worked in every facet of the business from program consulting to senior management positions. Mr. Shaffran has continuously demonstrated leadership and technology expertise especially during high growth periods.

"Syntax.net has grown steadily over the past 30 years and I have great confidence in the strategies we are now pursuing," explains Michael Etinson. "We have built a strong senior management team that is fully capable of guiding the company to a future of continued growth and success."

About Syntax.net

Syntax.net is an e-business integrator specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Supply Chain Management and Business Intelligence (BI) / Data Warehousing. The company partners with IBM, J.D. Edwards, Cognos and other technology leaders in order to provide the best combination of hardware, software and services to help its customers gain a competitive advantage. Syntax.net offers an extensive array of services backed by exceptional customer support including strategic consulting, project management, systems integration, design, programming, installation, training and post installation audits. Founded in 1972, Syntax.net has over 100 employees and has offices located in Montreal and Toronto.

For more information, call 1-800-709-6027.