StrategyCore K.K.

Fuji Research Institute forms partnership with StrategyCore K.K.

Tokyo, Japan

November 9, 2001 - StrategyCore K.K. and Fuji Research Institute Corporation, think tank of the Mizuho Financial Group (ranked

#35 in 2003 Forbes International 500 and Japan's largest banking conglomerate), today announce a business alliance, further extending the relationship between both organizations. The alliance will provide StrategyCore clients with business access to eighty percent (80%) of Japanese industry.

"This is a time of change within Japan's traditional industry structures, and many Japanese enterprises are adopting foreign technologies and developing new business models consistent with global industry practices. StrategyCore's strengths are based on action, not just theory. Our consulting synergy will provide Japanese and global software vendors with the necessary consulting services required to build successful global and local businesses", explains Jun Manbo, senior management consultant, Fuji Research Institute Corporation.

"Direct access to one of Japan's largest financial groups opens numerous distribution, intelligence, and investment channels for our clients", adds Brian Sandler, managing director, StrategyCore K.K. One key factor for StrategyCore choosing Fuji Research Institute Corp. as an alliance partner was its direct relationship with the Mizuho Financial Group.

Brian Sandler continues, "Corporate due diligence is imperative for developing successful long-term business relationships in Japan. StrategyCore clients will greatly benefit from having a respected local sponsor and mentor providing independent business consultation in one of the world's most important software markets".

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For further information, please contact:

Brian Sandler
Managing Director
StrategyCore K.K.
Tel: +81-50-5539-9389

About Fuji Research Institute Corporation
The Fuyo Group think tank, Fuji Research Institute Corporation provides research and analysis, research and development, computational engineering, management consulting, and information systems services to Japanese and global organizations across all major vertical industries. With over 2,200 employees, they operate offices throughout Japan and internationally in London, UK and New York, U.S.A.

About StrategyCore K.K.
StrategyCore is a consulting leader in the rapidly changing and competitive Asia Pacific technology industries. Focused on Japan, China, and Australia market entry, market research, sales acceleration, IP licensing, strategic investment, and global export trade solutions, StrategyCore provides consulting services that assist technology vendors in developing and sustaining profitable operations across all major industry verticals. For further information, please visit www.strategycore.com.