CORAL GABLES, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 17, 1999--Expert
Software (Nasdaq:XPRT) announced today the debut of its new online
store at www.expertsoftware.com.
The site's Grand Opening sale will run for a limited time with
50% store-wide savings and a free title with every purchase. The
store's Home page features best-selling Expert titles for a special
inaugural price -- exclusively for expertsoftware.com. More "sale"
items consist of new Bicycle(R) Multiplayer card game software
compilations with a complimentary deck of official Bicycle(R) playing
cards included with each purchase.
"The Expert Internet team's primary commitment to customer
satisfaction has resulted in a site that caters to consumer interests
with titles in the entertainment, lifestyle and small office/home
office categories; 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Ken
Currier, CEO of Expert Software, Inc. The online store is designed
with an inviting interface, making it easy for consumers to access
information about the company's 140 quality titles and everyday low
prices. "Our goal is to have Expert Software available to consumers
everywhere they shop and exceed customer expectations with the highest
quality products for the price."
According to The Industry Standard, today's online consumer is
becoming more and more mainstream with 13% of Americans shopping
online in 1998 -- a marked increase from 1% in 1995. Further
e-commerce research done by Jupitor Communications, forecasts that
online consumer spending will reach $12 billion in 1999 and Expert
Software is ready to meet the needs of this fast-growing market.
"Our main objective is to lead the consumer software industry in
value, selection, quality and price," stated Currier. "With over 5.5
million Expert titles shipped in 1998, we anticipate hosting millions
of visitors on our site in 1999."
Secure Ordering Protects Consumers
Expert Software enables customers to shop online with confidence.
The site supports Secure Sockets Layering (SSL) encryption, and
industry standard for protecting personal information. "We have made
it our priority to provide a secure purchasing environment to ensure
that online shopping with us is both easy and worry-free," noted
Currier.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
"We already know that to be the leader in consumer software
publishing takes more than a low price point," continued Currier, "It
takes price, service and quality. At Expert, we believe it's not a
great value if it's not a great product." Expert Software stands
behind all products, and valued customers, by offering a 100%
satisfaction guarantee to ensure that consumers consistently receive a
quality product experience. Expert also offers 24 Hour Online
Technical Support and comprehensive replacement, exchange and refund
policies.
Expertsoftware.com served its first customer only 11 minutes
after going online! "Kevin Jensen of Escondido, CA purchased our
Wedding Planner title for his fiance and became the first Expert
online customer," confirmed Currier. "After Kevin placed his order, we
called him up right away to extend our thanks and congratulations on
his engagement," said Currier. Kevin and his fiance will be married
next year and have already begun planning their wedding. "Wedding
Planner was recommended to us by a friend and we were able to easily
find and purchase it on the Web," said Kevin. "The program is very
easy to use and has helped us keep everything organized." As a result
of his purchase, Kevin will enjoy an Expert Software gift package,
complete with a bottle of champagne.
In addition to online ordering, Expert Software products are
available in 25,000 retail outlets and 40 countries worldwide.
Products can also be purchased through the Company's Customer Service
Department by calling 1-800-759-2562 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST) or
by faxing an order to 305-569-1350.
Expert Software, Inc. (Nasdaq:XPRT) is a leading developer and
publisher of high-quality consumer software. The Company specializes
in sophisticated yet easy-to-use programs addressing a broad array of
everyday consumer interests, including entertainment, education,
lifestyle, productivity and small office/home office. Over 27 million
units of Expert products have been sold. The Expert Software family of
brands also includes the popular Sega PC Collection(TM) and Bicycle(R)
Card Games. Expert Software can be found on the World Wide Web at
expertsoftware.com.
Marks mentioned above are trademarks, registered trademarks or
tradenames of Expert Software, Inc., except Bicycle(R), which is a
trademark of The United States Playing Card Company and Sega(R) and
Entertainment, Inc. was formed through a joint venture between Sega of
America and SOFTBANK Holdings, Inc. Windows(R) is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are
acknowledged.
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CONTACT: Expert Software, Inc., Coral Gables
Michelle Dominguez, Public Relations Specialist
305/569-1310
michelle_dominguez@expertsw.com
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INTERACTIVE/MULTIMEDIA/INTERNET RETAIL
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Business Editors/Computer & Internet Writers
CORAL GABLES, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 17, 1999--Expert
Software (Nasdaq:XPRT) announced today the debut of its new online
store at www.expertsoftware.com.
The site's Grand Opening sale will run for a limited time with
50% store-wide savings and a free title with every purchase. The
store's Home page features best-selling Expert titles for a special
inaugural price -- exclusively for expertsoftware.com. More "sale"
items consist of new Bicycle(R) Multiplayer card game software
compilations with a complimentary deck of official Bicycle(R) playing
cards included with each purchase.
"The Expert Internet team's primary commitment to customer
satisfaction has resulted in a site that caters to consumer interests
with titles in the entertainment, lifestyle and small office/home
office categories; 24 hours a day, seven days a week," said Ken
Currier, CEO of Expert Software, Inc. The online store is designed
with an inviting interface, making it easy for consumers to access
information about the company's 140 quality titles and everyday low
prices. "Our goal is to have Expert Software available to consumers
everywhere they shop and exceed customer expectations with the highest
quality products for the price."
According to The Industry Standard, today's online consumer is
becoming more and more mainstream with 13% of Americans shopping
online in 1998 -- a marked increase from 1% in 1995. Further
e-commerce research done by Jupitor Communications, forecasts that
online consumer spending will reach $12 billion in 1999 and Expert
Software is ready to meet the needs of this fast-growing market.
"Our main objective is to lead the consumer software industry in
value, selection, quality and price," stated Currier. "With over 5.5
million Expert titles shipped in 1998, we anticipate hosting millions
of visitors on our site in 1999."
Secure Ordering Protects Consumers
Expert Software enables customers to shop online with confidence.
The site supports Secure Sockets Layering (SSL) encryption, and
industry standard for protecting personal information. "We have made
it our priority to provide a secure purchasing environment to ensure
that online shopping with us is both easy and worry-free," noted
Currier.
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
"We already know that to be the leader in consumer software
publishing takes more than a low price point," continued Currier, "It
takes price, service and quality. At Expert, we believe it's not a
great value if it's not a great product." Expert Software stands
behind all products, and valued customers, by offering a 100%
satisfaction guarantee to ensure that consumers consistently receive a
quality product experience. Expert also offers 24 Hour Online
Technical Support and comprehensive replacement, exchange and refund
policies.
Expertsoftware.com served its first customer only 11 minutes
after going online! "Kevin Jensen of Escondido, CA purchased our
Wedding Planner title for his fiance and became the first Expert
online customer," confirmed Currier. "After Kevin placed his order, we
called him up right away to extend our thanks and congratulations on
his engagement," said Currier. Kevin and his fiance will be married
next year and have already begun planning their wedding. "Wedding
Planner was recommended to us by a friend and we were able to easily
find and purchase it on the Web," said Kevin. "The program is very
easy to use and has helped us keep everything organized." As a result
of his purchase, Kevin will enjoy an Expert Software gift package,
complete with a bottle of champagne.
In addition to online ordering, Expert Software products are
available in 25,000 retail outlets and 40 countries worldwide.
Products can also be purchased through the Company's Customer Service
Department by calling 1-800-759-2562 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST) or
by faxing an order to 305-569-1350.
Expert Software, Inc. (Nasdaq:XPRT) is a leading developer and
publisher of high-quality consumer software. The Company specializes
in sophisticated yet easy-to-use programs addressing a broad array of
everyday consumer interests, including entertainment, education,
lifestyle, productivity and small office/home office. Over 27 million
units of Expert products have been sold. The Expert Software family of
brands also includes the popular Sega PC Collection(TM) and Bicycle(R)
Card Games. Expert Software can be found on the World Wide Web at
expertsoftware.com.
Marks mentioned above are trademarks, registered trademarks or
tradenames of Expert Software, Inc., except Bicycle(R), which is a
trademark of The United States Playing Card Company and Sega(R) and
Entertainment, Inc. was formed through a joint venture between Sega of
America and SOFTBANK Holdings, Inc. Windows(R) is a registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are
acknowledged.
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