Sage Software Offers Free Data Conversion Service for Contractors Switching From QuickBooks to Sage Master Builder

ORLANDO, FL--(Marketwire - February 13, 2008) - Sage Software unveiled new Data Conversion services for contractors to easily upgrade from QuickBooks to Sage Master Builder and new lower pricing aimed at making the switch to construction-specific software even easier. The announcement was made at National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) International Builders' Show®. The IBS is the housing industry's largest annual light construction trade show and exhibition, held Feb. 13 - 16, 2008, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

"We understand our customers are facing tough market conditions and we want to do everything we can to help them stay competitive," said John Geffel, Senior Vice President and General Manager Sage Software Construction and Real Estate Business Unit. "Sage Master Builder delivers an easy-to-use and implement, low-cost solution for residential builders and remodelers. It is the perfect solution for companies considering making the commitment to construction-specific solutions."

And now during the International Builder's Show the data conversion tools are free and Sage Master Builder solutions are available starting at $3,867. This more than 40 percent discount on Sage Master Builder is available to the attendees of the International Builders' Show®, and includes up to two users of the software as well as a full year of software maintenance and technical support.

"As we began to outgrow QuickBooks, we decided to switch to a construction-specific solution. After successfully converting our data to Sage Master Builder, we immediately began to realize the significant benefits of a fully integrated system. The return on this investment continues to grow as we realize the full potential of Sage Master Builder," said Jay Tripathi, President and CEO of Gardenworks Inc. Gardenworks Inc. is a Healdsburg, Calif.-based firm specializing in designing, building and enhancing quality landscapes throughout Sonoma County and Napa County.

The Sage Master Builder data conversion service provides:

--  Clear documentation - Instructions and checklists guide customers
    through the process.
--  Twenty-four hour turnaround - In most cases, Sage can deliver
    converted data within one business day.
--  Fast deployment - Our automated conversion relieves customers from
    doing tedious startup data entry.
    

Sage Software has a growing portfolio of business management solutions specifically tailored for the construction and real estate industries. The portfolio is designed to provide support through the growth cycle of a business and includes:

Peachtree by Sage Premium Accounting for Construction: For small contractors, this award-winning entry-level system offers all of the accounting functionality plus construction-specific features and analysis tools they need to get started.

Sage Master Builder: When a business starts to outgrow Peachtree, Sage Master Builder provides more sophisticated construction management features and increased support for managing the profit cycle -- estimating, production, accounting and analysis.

Sage Timberline Office: For medium to large companies, Sage Timberline Office offers integrated financial and operations software and provides the most sophisticated level of functionality in the Sage Software portfolio of construction solutions.

All products are backed by Sage Software's award-winning support organization.

About Sage Software

Sage Software supports the needs, challenges and dreams of nearly 2.8 million small and medium-sized business customers in North America through easy-to-use, scalable and customizable software and services. Our products support accounting, operations, customer relationship management, human resources, time tracking, merchant services and the specialized needs of the construction, distribution, healthcare, manufacturing, nonprofit and real estate industries. Sage Software is a subsidiary of The Sage Group plc, a leading global supplier of business management software and services to small and medium-sized businesses. Formed in 1981, Sage was floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989. Sage Group now has 5.5 million customers and employs over 13,900 people worldwide. For more information, please visit the web site at www.sagesoftware.com or call (866) 308-2378.

Contact Information: Press Contacts: Traci Williams Sage Software 503-439-5919 traci.williams@sage.com