SDL plc ("SDL"), a leading provider of globalization solutions, today announced that it has entered into a Contract with FileNET Corporation ("FileNET" - NASDAQ: 'FILE'), to provide outsourced QA Test and Engineering Services for a further 2 years.

 SDL are providing these services through their new Test Technology Center based in Dublin, Ireland. SDL have set up QA test-beds for the FileNET Client Server range of products and a team of QA Testers and Software Engineers operate as an integral part of the FileNET QA function globally.

"FileNET are moving into their 3rd year in using the SDL Test Technology Center for QA Test and Engineering services and we have chosen this year to formalise our working relationship", said Sean McNamara, Managing Director, FileNET Ireland Ltd. "FileNET are impressed with the cost effective, dedicated solution that SDL have offered over the last year and we look forward to strengthening the relationship over the coming years"

"I am delighted that we have made this agreement" said Sean McEvoy, Director International Products, FileNET Corp. "I am very pleased with the part the Test Technology Center's QA team have played in the release of the FileNET IDM and eProcess range of products. The integration between the SDL Test and Engineering Teams and our own internal resources was seamless. We appreciate your effort and look forward to building on it."

"FileNET have been a very valuable customer of SDL's for some time now. The completion of this contract underlines our commitment to them and their business goals," confirmed Dominic Kinnon, SDL's Divisional Director.


About FileNET Corp.

FileNET Corporation provides 'the substance behind eBusiness' by delivering eProcess management software solutions.

FileNET enables organizations around the globe to increase productivity, customer satisfaction and revenue by linking customers, partners and employees through efficient and flexible eBusiness processes. Headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, the company markets its innovative solutions in more than 90 countries through its own global sales, professional services and support organizations, as well as via its ValueNET® Partner network of resellers, system integrators and application developers.