Compuware Covisint Extends Asia Pac Presence by Opening China Office

Shanghai Office Provides Local Support for Covisint's Global Customers

DETROIT, Aug. 31 -- Covisint, a subsidiary of Compuware Corporation , today announced that it plans to open an office in China to support its growing Asian business. Located in Shanghai, China, the new office will include both sales and technical support staff.

"China is one of the most rapidly growing automotive markets, and as automotive companies 'ramp up' Asian operations to meet demands, a local Asian presence is a business requirement," said Bob Paul, President and CEO of Compuware Covisint. "The Shanghai office is a strategic extension of Covisint's Asia Pac presence -- which began in Japan -- and demonstrates our commitment to providing global capabilities with local support."

Heading up the China office is Yan Zhang, a native of Shanghai and an automotive and information technology veteran. He is responsible for sales and technical operations as well as strategic partnerships. In the heart of Shanghai's central business district, "Ke Wei Xun," the Chinese pronunciation for Covisint, will be located at 1036, Central Plaza, 381 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, Shanghai, China.

"I am honored to lead Covisint's presence in the Asian markets," said Zhang, head of China operations for Covisint. "Covisint will provide immediate benefits to automotive organizations through localized, Asian knowledge, experience and support for Covisint solutions. From secure web- based connectivity and messaging to advanced application sharing, Covisint's Demand-driven Interoperability Platform(SM) provides a single solution to interface to customers and suppliers anywhere in the world."

Covisint currently supports over 30,000 companies in 96 countries, including the largest automotive OEMs and suppliers. Covisint enables the integration of vital business information and processes between partners, customers and suppliers. Covisint uses an industry-centric approach leveraging deep expertise and state-of-the-art technology to address industry- specific needs.

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