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Malmö 2009-05-12 Absalon International is the First Swedish ISV-Partner to Reach the First Milestone toward Achieving the Certified for Microsoft Dynamics Accreditation

Absalon International announced today that its Absalon CRM 2009, a vertical CRM add-on solution has passed the Software Solution Test for Microsoft Dynamics, which is a major requirement for Certified for Microsoft Dynamics® status.

Certified for Microsoft Dynamics is Microsoft Corp.’s highest standard for partner-developed software. This certification represents a significant step in elevating the standard for partner-developed software solutions for industry-specific business applications. Solutions with a successful software test have demonstrated development quality and compatibility with the Microsoft Dynamics product. VeriTest, a service of Lionbridge, performed independent and rigorous testing on the solution’s integration with Microsoft Dynamics.

“By requiring the software solution to meet our highest standards, Microsoft is assuring customers that these certified solutions work with their investments in Microsoft Dynamics,” said Doug Kennedy, vice president, Microsoft Dynamics Partners. “Microsoft congratulates Absalon International on the software test results and wishes it success in earning the Certified for Microsoft Dynamics designation.”

Absalon CRM is a vertical CRM ISV software solution targeting industries with a solution based sales- & marketing approach as well as project delivery and long-term support. The product boost individual productivity, increases sales performance and optimizes the workforce in delivering project and services. The software has built-in capabilities to measure ROI and can be delivered as an on-premise solution or as Software-as-a-Service.

“Absalon International has always been committed to software excellence, and passing the Software Solution Test for Microsoft Dynamics is a reflection of that commitment,” said Sebastian Merlöv, CEO, Absalon International.

About Microsoft Dynamics Microsoft Dynamics is a line of financial, customer relationship and supply chain management solutions that helps businesses work more effectively. Delivered through a network of channel partners providing specialized services, these integrated, adaptable business management solutions work like and with familiar Microsoft software to streamline processes across an entire business.

About Absalon International Absalon International is a Swedish software startup developing industry-specific ISV solutions for Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Our team has been developing ISV solutions on Microsoft Dynamics CRM since 2004 with a proven and successful track record. Absalon International specializes in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, with solutions that covers both CRM and XRM that help leading global companies across industries including Professional Services and Manufacturing companies achieve success. For more info, visit http://www.absaloncrm.com.

About Lionbridge Lionbridge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIOX) is a provider of globalization and offshoring services, including VeriTest software testing services. Based in Waltham, Mass., Lionbridge maintains solution centers in 26 countries and provides services under the Lionbridge and VeriTest brands. To learn more, visit http://www.lionbridge.com.