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Janna Systems Inc. Strengthens Management Team

Three new Vice Presidents for Operations, Human Resources, and Sales

TORONTO, Aug. 16 /CNW-PRN/ - Janna Systems Inc. (TSE: JAN), a leading provider of enterprise e-business Relationship Management (eRM) solutions for the financial services industry, today announced that it has expanded its management team to support the Company's strategic growth initiatives.

John Sheedy joins Janna Systems as Vice President of Operations, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, and is responsible for ongoing development of operational and administrative processes to support the Company's rapid growth. Prior to joining Janna Systems, John was a partner with Torys in Toronto and has been an advisor to Janna Systems since 1994. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from Queen's University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from the University of Western, Ontario.

Kelly Glass joins Janna Systems as Vice President of Human Resources, responsible for the development and implementation of the tools, programs and processes that will increase individual productivity and organizational effectiveness. Prior to joining Janna Systems, Kelly worked with leading North American and global organizations such as Merrill Lynch, CIBC, Manulife Financial, and INTRIA-HP where she was responsible for global recruitment and development, and organizational effectiveness. Kelly brings over 17 years of experience in the technology and financial services industries to Janna Systems.

Edward Chick, former Director of Sales for Central and Mid-West United States Regions at Janna Systems, was promoted to Vice President of Sales. Edward is responsible for managing strategic sales relationships. His past experience includes major North American and international sales and marketing management experience. He worked for Philips Electronics in Europe, Xerox Corporation and InConcert Inc. before joining Janna Systems. He has over 19 years experience in the technology industry.

``I am really pleased to announce these new additions to our management team,'' said William M. Tatham. ``John, Kelly and Edward each bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in their particular fields. Their contribution will be key to supporting continued strong company growth."

About Janna Systems

Janna Systems Inc. (TSE: JAN) is a leading provider of enterprise e- business Relationship Management (eRM) solutions that enable enterprises to synchronize customer interactions and transactions across multiple communication channels, and offers personalized Web ``self-service'' e-commerce solutions that help their customers sell more through better-managed relationships.

Janna's Web-centric approach to synchronizing customer relationships across multiple channels, business functions and audiences represents a significant advance from traditional CRM. As the Internet shifts power to consumers, enterprises implementing Janna's eRM solutions can exploit the capabilities of the Internet, allowing online collaboration, personalized e- commerce and sharing of information with customers.

Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Janna has sales offices and partners worldwide. For more information about Janna and the Janna Enterprise Suite of applications, call 1-800-268-6107, e-mail info@janna.com, or visit the Janna web site at www.janna.com.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements relating to the future performance of Janna Systems Inc. Forward-looking statements, specifically those concerning future performance and the achievement of operating profitability, are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include the ability of the Company to identify, develop, manufacture and market new products or to enhance its existing products; the limited operating history of the Company; the fluctuation in operating results; the Company's ability to successfully integrate acquired businesses; intense competition in the relationship management software market; the early stage of development of some of the Company's products; rapidly changing technology; limits on the Company's ability to protect its proprietary rights and technology; the possibility of defects in the Company's software; the ability of the Company to manage its growth; dependence on key personnel; dependence on a few clients; dependence on distribution channels; risks associated with international sales; the potential for litigation of patent infringement claims; the uncertainty of obtaining financing for future capital needs; currency exchange risks and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company's prospectus and filings with the Ontario Securities Commission,

Editorial Contact:
Matthew Bogart
Janna Systems Inc.
416.483.7711 x5013
mbogart@janna.com

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