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Leading Group for Bearing and Power Transmission Distributors Sees Value in Activant's Solutions

YARDLEY, PA, May 10, 2006 - Independent Distributors Cooperative-USA (IDC-USA), a member-owned purchasing, marketing, and selling cooperative of bearing and power transmission products, has selected Activant®, a leading technology provider for distributors, as a preferred technology provider.

"Over the years, IDC-USA has striven to streamline the commerce process for its distributors," said Jack Bailey, president of IDC-USA. "Our partnership with Activant provides our members with opportunities to advance their businesses with Activant's leading technology solutions."

Of IDC-USA's more than 200 members, more than 10 percent use an Activant solution.

"Activant is proud to be selected as a member of IDC-USA," said Steve McLaughlin, senior vice president and general manager of Activant. "IDC has experienced double-digit growth four out of the past five years and is the largest bearing and power transmission cooperative in the world. Activant can help its members become even more successful with increased sales, improved customer service, and reduced operating expenses."

About IDC-USA

IDC-USA is a member-owned purchasing, marketing, and selling cooperative of over 200 independent distribution locations across the nation. IDC-USA has teamed up with over 60 suppliers to serve end-users with the highest-quality bearing and power transmission products available. Through www.IDC-USA.com, IDC Distributors have 24/7 access to place orders and check pricing, availability, invoices, usage reports, and sales history. IDC distributors provide to their customer base lower costs, less downtime, outstanding local service, multiple location coverage, and 2nd & 3rd generation expertise. More importantly, IDC-USA has evolved into an internationally recognized corporation that provides the independent distributor a vehicle for regional and national account participation. IDC Preferred Suppliers have access to the IDC-USA independent distributor network with one shipping location, one invoice, one account receivable account, and national market penetration. For the manufacturer, IDC-USA provides channel distribution management. For the independent distributor, IDC-USA is ownership in a single source solution for quality bearing and power transmission products. For the end-user, IDC-USA provides national coverage and local expertise.

About Activant's Wholesale Distribution Solutions

Activant provides technology solutions and services to more than 3,800 wholesale distributors throughout North America. A leading technology provider for the distribution industry, Activant develops comprehensive enterprise software solutions to help distributors improve customer service and maximize the return on their technology investment. In addition, the company offers an Internet trading network that expedites sourcing, expands geographic reach, and streamlines transactions between distributors and manufacturers. Activant solutions are backed by a host of professional services, including support, consulting, and educational programs.

Activant Solutions Inc. ("Activant") is a leading technology provider of business management solutions serving small and medium-sized retail and wholesale distribution businesses in three primary vertical markets: hardlines and lumber; wholesale distribution; and the automotive parts aftermarket. Founded in 1972, Activant provides customers with tailored proprietary software, professional services, content, supply chain connectivity, and analytics. More than 30,000 customer locations use an Activant solution to manage their day-to-day operations. Activant has operations in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas Utah, Canada, France, Ireland, and the United Kingdom.

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