Dietmar Ostermann Joins PRTM Management Consultants; Furthers PRTM's operational strategy leadership; supports PRTM's German expansion

WALTHAM, Mass.--Sept. 6, 2005--Dietmar Ostermann has joined global management consulting firm PRTM as director in its automotive practice, furthering the firm's leadership in operational strategy. In addition, Mr. Ostermann will be instrumental in supporting the firm's expansion in Germany. PRTM currently has an office in Frankfurt, Germany, and will open a Munich office later this year, bringing the firm to 14 offices worldwide.

Mr. Ostermann spent 16 years at management consulting firm AT Kearney in many leadership capacities, including CEO, managing director of Germany, and head of its Detroit-based automotive practice. His reputation as an operational strategist who gets results for clients makes him an ideal addition to PRTM's 500-member team.

"Dietmar is focused on delivering outstanding client results, a key objective for all PRTM partners. He has a vision and passion for business development that fits exceptionally well with PRTM's goal of maintaining our stable, profitable growth pattern since our inception in 1976," remarked Gordon Stewart, PRTM's Atlantic Region managing director.

"PRTM has an intriguing balance of demonstrated stability with the entrepreneurial spirit to allow me to contribute significantly to the next phase of the firm's growth and expansion," commented Mr. Ostermann. "I have met with many PRTM partners, and have found them to be passionate about delivering value and results to clients, viewing the client relationship as long-term with mutual business benefit."

About PRTM Management Consultants

PRTM (www.prtm.com) works closely with leading companies worldwide to achieve breakthrough business results--fast. Since 1976, we've delivered measurable value to our clients, earning one of the highest levels of repeat business in the management consulting industry. PRTM is also a recognized thought leader and innovator. There are 13 PRTM offices and 500 consultants in the U.S., Europe, and Asia.