Québec, April 4, 2006 - Fortsum Business Solutions Inc. (Fortsum Business Solutions) (TSX Venture Exchange: FRT) announces today the launch of a new product specifically designed for efficient management of retail sales in small and medium-sized stores in Québec. Already very present in the multi-outlet retail sector, Fortsum Business Solutions now takes another step toward a solid penetration of the retail store market by meeting a front-line need for advanced point of sale technology.
The Acomba Point of Sale application is equipped with a user-friendly interface containing several innovative features including a touch sensitive screen and superior transaction processing speed. The suggested retail price for this high-performance tool developed by Fortsum Business Solutions is $595. The Acomba Point of Sale will be presented to over 500 Fortsum Business Solutions technology dealers at a promotional tour that begins today and will cover eight major Québec cities.
"The launch of this new application fits perfectly with our development strategy allowing the Corporation to solidify its position as the leader in point of sale solutions in the targeted retail market," explained Fortsum Business Solutions Chief Executive Officer, François Taschereau. "We are very proud to offer our loyal business partners the opportunity to increase their clientele by adding to the line of software this highly efficient application," concluded Taschereau.
About Fortsum Business Solutions
Fortsum Business Solutions Inc. is mainly involved in the development, marketing and support of accounting, commercial and banking data management software. For more information, visit www.fortsum.com
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FORTSUM BUSNIESS SOLUTIONS INC.
François Taschereau
Chief Executive Officer
ftaschereau@fortsum.com
Dany Beaudet
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