ORBIT Targets Small Business Market with New Technology Services

ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA (October 15, 2001)—ORBIT Systems, a company that provides Fortune 500-like Information Technology (IT) services that save time and money, has announced that its recent growth and success are attributed to their OfficeReady® suite of services.

According to Steve McFarland, CEO and President of ORBIT, "The key to our success is that we offer reliable, affordable, full-service technology services to small and mid-sized businesses in this market."

Customers affirm that they like ORBIT Systems because they can have the latest computer hardware and software installed, upgrades, technology management 24 hours, seven days a week and spend less than they currently are spending in their information technology. "We discovered a market niche that's been very well received. Today we serve 2,500 users in over 100 Twin Cities' businesses," said McFarland.

ORBIT Systems was founded in February of 1999 to meet the needs of companies that do not have the resources, expertise or desire to proactively manage their own IT resources. ORBIT's services range from network connectivity, e-mail and Web hosting services to the complete outsourcing of hardware, software and support.

Each service is OfficeReady®, an ORBIT term that means the office has all the Information Technology it needs to work as efficiently as possible.

To provide IT services at a fraction of the cost of what a traditional business might pay, ORBIT has developed an IT Co-op approach that leverages their technical resources across multiple clients. This allows for enhanced security, availability, reliability, performance, usability and features not typically available to small and mid-sized businesses.

The resources are centrally located within ORBIT's facilities. Clients access these resources from their location via PCs and networks managed by ORBIT. Each workstation is fully configured with a standard suite of desktop tools and specific business software. In essence, ORBIT's engineers have created a "virtual IT department" for all of its customers.

The OfficeReady® suite of products includes:

• OfficeReady Web – an Internet billboard for companies to advertise their business, recruit employees and directly sell products.
• OfficeReady Workstations – an economical alternative to owning computer equipment.
• OfficeReady Networks – the connection for total electronic interaction.
• OfficeReady Assistant – provides 24-hour, 7 days a week IT support.
• OfficeReady Advisor – delivers a higher level of customization beyond standard systems.
• OfficeReady Data Center – the service that hosts and monitors all applications for safe, secure technology.
• OfficeReady Anywhere – lets employees stay connected with the office from wherever they are.

"For the most friendly business environment," said Steve McFarland, "ORBIT's technology is based on Microsoft software, Cisco network gear, Intel-based Compaq workstations and Compaq servers. We've enjoyed the best success and acceptance of these products." To provide the greatest expertise possible, ORBIT employs Microsoft Certified System Engineers, Microsoft Certified Professionals and is a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider.

"We want to become the premier provider of reliable information technology services for small to mid-sized businesses," said McFarland. "When our customers reach for their keyboards, we want them to experience smooth, seamless operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week."

About ORBIT Systems
ORBIT Systems, Inc. ("ORBIT") provides managed Information Technology services to companies that want to take IT for granted. The typical ORBIT client is a small to mid-size company headquartered in the Seven County Metro area that has outgrown its ability to provide reliable systems that meet its needs. ORBIT proactively monitors, manages, and supports complete computer environments 24 x 7, enabling clients to exploit the business benefits of technology. For more information regarding ORBIT Systems, please call the company at 651-767-3322; or visit their Web site at www.orbits.net.