Worldwide Manufacturer of Factory Automation Technology Leveraging SAQQARA CommerceSuite to Write, Customize, Update and Publish Product Content to Online Catalogs

SAN JOSE, Calif., January 6, 2003 - SAQQARA® Systems, Inc., a provider of product content and catalog management software and services with more than 80 customers worldwide, announced today that SICK, Inc., a global leader and manufacturer of photoelectric sensors, safety controls and automatic identification (bar code) scanners, has implemented CommerceSuite, and now has their entire line of North American factory automation products in online catalogs.

"There were several features that were absolutely essential before we would implement any catalog management solution," said Joe Griep, Director of eBusiness for SICK, Inc. "The technology must be able to perform parametric searches, have a secure, easy-to-use interface, support multiple languages, and be flexible enough to export personalized eCatalogs to customers and channel partners. CommerceSuite had all these qualifications and more. SAQQARA CommerceSuite was the one solution that fulfilled our requirements while supporting our future eBusiness model."

CommerceSuite provided SICK Inc. with an easy-to-use browser interface to customize, update and publish their product content into online catalogs, and within three months, SICK had their factory automation products online. SAQQARA CommerceSuite was the only product on the market that enabled SICK to more efficiently manage their catalog data while still supporting their future eBusiness model. Utilizing an enhanced product selection and an increased speed of search and selection, CommerceSuite is helping SICK to maximize the ROI of their e-business initiatives.

"An electronic catalog with accurate and up to date information is key to a successful e-business initiative," said Rick Collison, vice president of marketing, SAQQARA Systems. "Using CommerceSuite, SICK is reducing their spend, improving strategic sourcing initiatives and increasing their eBusiness ROI. SAQQARA is delighted to have such a world-class customer receiving benefit from our products."

About SICK Inc.
SICK, Inc. is the North American subsidiary of SICK AG, a worldwide manufacturer of Factory Automation sensor technology. With over 350 patents in photoelectric sensors, safety controls and bar code scanners, SICK continues to lead the industry in new product innovations. The diversity of the SICK product line enables the company to offer solutions at every phase of production in the automotive, packaging, electronics, food and beverage, and material handling markets. SICK AG is a German-based company founded in 1946 and has operations or representation in 65 countries worldwide. SICK Inc. is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, and just celebrated its 25th anniversary.

About SAQQARA Systems, Inc.
SAQQARA is a leading provider of comprehensive product content and catalog management software and managed services that enable suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and buyers to create, manage, and leverage product content as a strategic asset. With more than 80 customers worldwide, SAQQARA solutions have been selected by global and diverse companies including Eastman Chemical, Memec, Molex, 3M, Honeywell, GE and Philips Semiconductors to play a strategic role in their e-business initiatives. SAQQARA is a privately held corporation with headquarters in San Jose, California. For further information about the company and its products, visit http://www.saqqara.com or call 408-325-8200 or toll free 877-964-0100.