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the leader in integrated strategic HCM solutions, as a "thought leader.
The report highlights how "Authoria 's Advisor Series uniquely combines
integrated functionality in compensation and performance management with its
core expertise in benefits and policy communications and online knowledge
base. For more information, visit
http://www.14. In support of the new product, award-winning media agency Starcom
MediaVest Group has signed on as TalkTrack(TM)'s first major client.
"A key premise behind the Keller Fay Group is a belief that word of mouth
research must now extend beyond what is being said on blogs and in chat rooms.

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"We are very excited to partner with Keller
Fay's TalkTrack(TM) system to provide our clients with regular WOM traffic
data and learning that can be integrated into holistic communication
programs.com)

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, Ed Keller, former CEO of Roper ASW,
and Brad Fay, former managing director, today announced the formation of the
Keller Fay Group (http://www."
"We appreciate the real passion and expertise that Ed Keller and his team
bring to the subject of word of mouth measurement -- the passion to measure
all forms, from online to off-line, and the passion to thoroughly explore the
organic nature of this communication medium, so that we can best capitalize on
untapped marketing channels," said Richard Fielding, Vice President, Director
of Insights and Analytics, Starcom.

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" Yankee assessed the company's product functionality, technology,
total cost of ownership (TCO), viability, market traction and vision. Through Authoria Choice, applications are delivered as a fully
managed on-demand service, or as an on-premise deployment. All other product names and
references contained herein remain the service marks, trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

Contacts:
David Fleming Roberta Carlton
Authoria SparkSource, Inc.

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, A recent report on the future of
Human Capital Management (HCM) from the Yankee Group honored Authoria, Inc. "The recent convergence of an integrated HCM solution, incorporating
talent management, performance management, incentive management and learning
management is transforming the way global organizations manage the ongoing
performance of their workforce.- Former Roper CEO, Co-author of 'The Influentials,' Starts New Word of Mouth
Research Firm

- Starcom MediaVest Group Signs on as First Major Client

ORLANDO, Fla. At a
national gathering of 450 marketing executives hosted by the Word of Mouth
Marketing Association, the two industry veterans also announced the launch of
TalkTrack(TM), a first-of-its-kind measurement system for word-of-mouth
marketing .
"Word of mouth marketing is quickly advancing as a critical element in
marketing strategy ," said Ed Keller, chief executive officer of the Keller Fay
Group, and co-author of the highly acclaimed book, The Influentials: How 1 in
10 Americans Tells the other Nine How to Vote, Where to Eat, and What to Buy.com) or Brad Fay at 908-227-5581
(bfay@kellerfay.

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in the United States and other countries ., providing nationally representative "buzz" for
every major brand on a continuous basis.
"Word of mouth is the most important communication vehicle for so many
brands, yet it is the one least understood, let alone measured, on a
continuous basis," said Jim Kite, Executive Vice President , Insight, Research
+ Accountability, MediaVest.

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Authoria's solutions are ideal for midsize to large enterprises (more
than 3,000 employees) looking to combine performance and incentive management
with self-service administrative tools and content(1). 210
rcarlton@sparksource. It enables clients to track word of
mouth trends, evaluate ongoing campaigns and identify segments and
opportunities for potential engagement with consumers.

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"Yankee's endorsement echoes what we are hearing from our list of more
than 200 blue chip customers -- representing almost eight million employees --
especially around the importance of integrated HCM solutions able to be
delivered on-demand," said Tod Loofbourrow , Authoria's president and chief
executive officer.'"
The company's new product, TalkTrack (TM), measures all marketing-relevant
conversations in the U.

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"More and more companies are recognizing the value of
Workforce Lifecycle Management as it becomes even more important to a
company's ability to succeed.5 million employees.kellerfay.

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Yankee Group Names Authoria 'Thought Leader'; Company is Poised for Significant Market Share Gain in 'Exploding' Market

The Authoria Advisor Series includes performance and
compensation management, succession planning, and benefit and policy
communication while providing just-in-time knowledge and coaching for managers
and employees.

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"
The report also forecasts impressive growth for the integrated market:
* The Workforce Lifecycle Management component of the HCM market will
reach $2.authoria.

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Note to editors: Authoria, Authoria Advisor Series, Authoria Choice and
Authoria On-Demand are trademarks or registered trademarks of Authoria, Inc.S.

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" The
report goes on to say that the company is "positioned for significant market
share gain and rapid adoption of their solution as the market begins to
explode.

Keller Fay Group Launches TalkTrack(TM) to Measure Daily Offline and Online Buzz

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com), a full-service market research
consultancy dedicated exclusively to word of mouth marketing campaigns. Starcom MediaVest
Group , the largest media network in the world, recently named media agency of
the year by both Advertising Age and Media Magazine, has signed on as the
first major client subscriber.
For more information or to arrange a meeting, contact Ed Keller at
914-478-1260 (ekeller@kellerfay.

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Leading Analyst Firm Cites Strength of Product, Technology, Total Cost of
Ownership, Viability, Market Traction and Vision

WALTHAM, Mass. Customer companies include
Boeing, Pfizer, and Unocal .

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Vendor offerings of fixed fee models are
encouraging a dramatic shift toward hosted solutions.

(1) The Yankee Group, "Workforce Lifecycle Management - The New Frontier
for Human Capital Management" by Jason Corsello, March 2005, p.
(781) 530-2024 (781) 274-6061 ext.com

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* The market will grow at a CAGR of 17% over the next four years .

About Authoria
Authoria is the leading provider of integrated strategic human capital
management (HCM) solutions helping employers increase the business value of
their workforce.

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Authoria's award-
winning solutions have proven successful for more than 200 large employers,
representing more than 7.

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2 billion by 2008 . Starcom represents major consumer clients
including Coca Cola, Kraft, Kellogg's, Procter + Gamble and General Motors.

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"Aligning, measuring and maximizing the performance of the global
workforce is rapidly becoming a top priority in the executive offices of
thought-leading organizations," said Jason Corsello, senior analyst, Yankee
Group.

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The report, entitled, "Workforce Lifecycle Management - The New Frontier
for Human Capital Management" praised Authoria's integrated approach to the
market and supported the company's ability to deliver its software on-demand.
With at least 80% of "word of mouth" taking place face to face, on the phone
and via other forms of person-to-person communication , Keller Fay is committed
to help clients engage in authentic dialog with customers and prospects and to
position brands and organizations to become an essential component within the
total spectrum of consumer 'buzz.