BDI.L Regulatory News (BDI)

30 Jan 2008 07:25

Bond International Software PLC30 January 2008 For immediate release 30 January 2008 UPDATE ON MAJOR CONTRACT ANNOUNCED ON 21 DECEMBER 2007 - Michael Page International selects Bond Adapt recruitment for global roll-out - Bond International Software will provide a configured, multi lingual recruitment solution across 141 offices in 24 countries Michael Page International, one of the world's largest professional recruitmentcompanies, has selected the Adapt Recruitment system from Bond InternationalSoftware in a multi-million pound contract. The Adapt Recruitment solution willbe implemented globally across Michael Page's business and will form the basisof its front end recruitment systems which over 4,000 recruitment consultantsuse to do business on a daily basis. Bond International Software is the world's leading supplier of specialistrecruitment software solutions and Adapt Recruitment is used by nine out of tenof the leading recruitment organisations around the world. The flexibility ofAdapt Recruitment means that it is unique in its field, whilst it has anindustry standard specification, it can be adapted to the specific needs of aparticular organisation. Adapt Recruitment is fully platform and databaseindependent, scaleable and configurable, with comprehensive self-servicefeatures. Adapt Recruitment also has multi-lingual capabilities, allowing any number oflanguages to be embedded within one database. All text can be presented in thenative language and character set of the specific user, wherever they may be.This was a key selection criteria for Michael Page when considering the solutionfor its global business. Andrew Wayland, CIO, Michael Page International, comments, "Bond InternationalSoftware has a significant reputation in the recruitment market but we needed tobe sure that Adapt Recruitment was the right solution for our business and ourindividual requirements. Bond has clearly demonstrated that the solution hasflexibility and scalability and that it can be configured to match our ambitionfor growth. Furthermore, its range of functionalities and services isimpressive." Wayland continues, "It was also imperative that the system could support ouroperations across Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas, therefore we needed asolution that could support a very broad array of languages and countries. Bondhas clearly demonstrated that its geographic spread and extensive experience ininternational roll-outs will enable it to deliver across all of our offices." In addition to the implementation of the system, Bond International will provideglobal support and training services. Headquartered in the UK, Bond also hasoffices in the United States, Australia, Hong Kong, Canada and South Africa. Wayland continues, "The ability to provide localised support across multipleregions was another defining factor in Michael Page's decision to select theAdapt Recruitment system." Tim Richards, Bond International Software, Managing Director, concludes, "Bondis ideally suited to deliver a project of this magnitude. We have immenseexperience and an impeccable track record. I am confident that through AdaptRecruitment we can deliver significant business benefits to Michael Page'sglobal business." Ends For further information, please contact: Bond International Software Plc:Steve Russell : Group Chief Executive Tel: 01903 707070Bruce Morrison : Group Finance DirectorTim Richards : UK Managing Director Buchanan Communications: Tel: 020 7466 5000Tim Thompson / Nicola Cronk / Robin Haddrill Oriel Securities Tel: 020 7710 7600Andrew Edwards Bond International Software (www.bondinternationalsoftware.com) Bond International Software specialises in the provision of Talent Managementand e-Recruitment software solutions to corporate companies across the globe. Established in 1973, Bond has secured an enviable position as a market leader inthe talent management software industry. Listed on the London Stock Exchangesince 1997, the company has consistently achieved financial growth and maximisedinvestment in the development of technology and service provided to itsinternational client base. It has over 30 years experience in the development and creation of products andservices that have become industry standards. Headquartered in the UnitedKingdom, the group also has offices in the United States, Canada, Australasia,South Africa and Hong Kong with a global team of over 400 employees. Michael Page International (www.michaelpage.co.uk) Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitmentconsultancies, specialising in the placement of candidates in permanent,contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. TheGroup has 141 offices in 24 countries including the UK, Continental Europe,Asia-Pacific and the Americas. The Group focuses on the areas of Accounting, Tax and Treasury, Banking andFinancial Markets, Marketing, Retail, Sales, Legal, IT & Technology, HumanResources, Property & Construction, Engineering & Manufacturing, Procurement &Supply Chain, Consultancy/Strategy/Change and Secretarial. Michael Page International places approximately 20,000 people in jobs everyyear. Michael Page International is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE:MPI). Michael Page International Awards and Accolades The Sunday Times 100 Top Companies to work for The Guardian 2005 Britain's Top Employers - Best examples of HR management Business Superbrand This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange