BDI.L Regulatory News (BDI)

19 Jul 2005 07:30

Bond International Software PLC19 July 2005 For Immediate Release 19 July 2005 Bond International Software plc ('Bond' or 'the Company') easyJet Contract Bond International Software plc, the specialist provider of software for theinternational recruitment and human resources industries, with operations in theUK, USA and Australia, is pleased to announce that the Company has signed athree-year deal to supply its Adapt software to trend-setting airline easyJetplc. Bond's powerful web-based Adapt system will control all aspects of the FlightOperations recruitment process online, including dealing with the 20,000 cabincrew and pilot job applications received by easyJet each year. easyJet joins the increasing list of corporate organisations, including theclothing and homewares giant Matalan Plc, who are switching to Bond'ssophisticated technology. easyJet Crew Recruitment Manager James Miller said: "We looked at many differentsystems and were very impressed by Bond's ability to tailor their solution toour stated requirements quickly and easily. Their willingness to partner with usin this exciting venture was also an incredibly compelling reason to procuretheir software and services. The new system links seamlessly with our existingweb site, simplifying and streamlining the application process and significantlyreducing administration costs. "The web already plays a key part in easyJet's existing operations, and hasplayed a pivotal part in our strategy to keep costs down through the effectiveuse of high-quality software. It was entirely logical to apply the sameprincipals when reviewing our needs for an Applicant Management System." Managing Director of Bond, Tim Richards commented: "To secure such a prestigiousdeal with one of the most famous names in flying is a huge boost for Bond andour flourishing presence in the corporate sector. We are very excited to beworking with easyJet and feel sure that this will be a winning combination." For further information, please contact: Bond International Software Plc:Tim Richards: Managing Director Tel: 01903 707070 trichards@bond.co.uk Buchanan Communications: Tel: 020 7466 5000Tim Thompson/ Nicola Cronk Notes to editors : Bond International Software Group (www.bondadapt.com), headquarted in Worthing,England, develops and provides staffing software, support and consultancyservices to the staffing and recruiting industries. The Company has animpressive and highly diverse client list spanning 40 countries. Its Adaptsoftware is acknowledged as an industry-leader and is used by many of thebiggest names in the recruitment industry as well as by large corporates tocontrol their human resource processes. It employs more than 200 staff in theUK, USA, Australia and South Africa. easyJet currently has operating bases throughout the UK and mainland Europe. Itis a truly European operation and currently accept applications from the entireEuropean Community. This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange