PORTLAND, OR – Springbrook Software, a leading developer of fully integrated enterprise software solutions for local government, today announced its first of 20 applications utilizing Microsoft’s .NET technology. Springbrook’s Utility Billing and Central Cash Management applications will launch in Q1-07 and enable clients to attain a rich client experience with a thin client footprint, while offering enhanced and customizable graphical user interface (GUI) options. .NET technology provides the depth, security and power of a conventional rich client, while functioning as a thin client application from anywhere in the world, without requiring a browser. This technology is revolutionary for both IT professionals and application users.

One of the advantages of Springbrook’s newest application, Version 7, is the significant increase in efficiency for IT professionals. Instead of installing and maintaining applications on all machines, IT professionals are now able to maintain the software through one central location. The client installation is minimized to a simple desktop short cut and .NET framework security setting. This saves time, money and streamlines efforts. All the advantages of a browser-based platform have merged seamlessly with the abilities of a rich client, while maintaining a thin client profile.

"We are thrilled to offer the first of many .NET applications to help our clients work more efficiently and with added flexibility," said Steve Rementeria, Springbrook’s Managing Partner of Development. "With the .NET version of our software, we anticipate great results, enhanced usability for our clients and the continued advantage of the latest technology."

End users will immediately notice the enhanced GUI, which now offers the customization of themes, attractive menus and the choice to switch between independent and multiple document interfaces. Other benefits include the ability to sort data, resize screens and expand panels, depending on each user’s preference. All rich client capabilities are light-weight and accessible from any location. In addition to vast usability improvements, .NET technology provides the depth, security and power of a conventional rich client, while functioning as a thin client application from anywhere in the world.

Previously, to achieve thin client capabilities off-site, some providers selected various solutions which fell short of the quality now available with Microsoft’s .NET framework. One common solution employed browser-based platforms, which not only compromised the graphical user interface (GUI), but also sacrificed the strength and security of the applications. Another solution commonly used was a JAVA-based platform from Sun Microsystems. Current statistics show, however, that .NET adoption has surpassed JAVA and all other application development platforms by more than 10%. Today, the .NET framework is an automatic component pre-installed in nearly all new computers; it can also be downloaded for free from Microsoft.com.

About Springbrook Software
Since 1985, Springbrook Software has provided comprehensive, fully integrated fund accounting and utility billing enterprise software solutions to local governments, utilities and special districts. A Portland-based, family-owned and operated company, Springbrook is one of the fastest growing software vendors serving local governments. The company’s success is generated by creating the most reliable and effective software possible, while developing partnerships with clients to ensure long-lasting relationships that go beyond software. With a broad range of innovative software applications, Springbrook provides a foundation for organizations to efficiently manage funds and resources in a rapidly changing environment. Full information about Springbrook’s software suite and services are available upon request; additional company information may be found online at www.springbrooksoftware.com.

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