Bangalore, May 27, 2004

IT consulting and software service provider, Sonata Software Ltd., has opened its third development center at Richmond Road, Bangalore. With a total area of 35,000 square feet and four floors, the center is built to house over 300 IT professionals. The new center is expected to house an Offshore Development Center (ODC) to support Symantec's IT organization.

The latest facility has been designed keeping in mind flexible, scalable and independent operations. This Offshore Development Center is equipped with the latest world-class technologies and network infrastructure for complete IT security; and is capable of operating as multiple, independent, dedicated offshore centers for multiple clients.

Sonata Software currently has two offices in Bangalore and seven overseas offices, out of which five are in the United States. The commencement of operations in the new center strengthens Sonata's position as a firmly established company, with solid foundations and accelerating on a continuous growth path.

B Ramaswamy, President, Sonata Software said, "The very fact that Symantec has chosen to partner with us proves our capability as a quality service provider. This relationship is extremely important in enhancing our reputation as a mature, reliable partner of offshore development services with a dedicated ODC model. The new center will help us in expanding out capability and capacity for offshore development services and ensure a rapid scalability. Our focus is to provide our clients with an exceptional delivery, which cuts down on their costs in terms of both time and money."

Dean Lane, Senior Director, Business Applications & Web, Symantec Corporation said, "It is impossible to ignore the value of a modern state-of-the art off shore software development center. After a rigorous selection process, we selected Sonata Software primarily because of the company's broad capabilities, commitment to quality and project methodology, as well as its collaborative approach and proven track record."