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Callidus Software Inc.: Callidus Software Launches TrueComp Suite and TrueProducer 5.2.2

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^{Published in Science and Technology on Tuesday, January 27th 2009 at 4:35 GMT, Last Modified on 2009-01-27 04:36:48 by Market Wire}  

SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - January 27, 2009) - Callidus Software Inc. (NASDAQ: [ CALD ]), the leader in [ Sales Performance Management ] (SPM), today launched its [ TrueComp Suite ] and [ TrueProducer 5.2.2 ]. The latest and enhanced versions of the TrueComp Suite and TrueProducer feature improved ease of use, [ implementation and simple integration ] with existing IT systems. Callidus Software's [ customers ] benefit from extended features and advancements in Web Services, administration capabilities, [ reporting and analytics ].

The TrueComp Suite and TrueProducer now incorporate standards-based web technologies, such as Web Services and XML access to key data elements. Web Services allows for the solutions to seamlessly integrate into custom applications in any department. With version 5.2.2, organizations can make [ pay-for-performance ] data and compensation plans available to an existing sales-facing portal. This can dramatically increase the usage of the portal -- given the critical importance of Callidus Software's data for any sales person. The web services functionality creates a simple and efficient way to request and input data with real time data exchange and fully customize the interface.

"With the latest version of the TrueComp Suite and TrueProducer, we provide our customers with enhanced functionality for managing the producer management and incentive compensation processes," said Mike Graves, senior vice president of engineering at Callidus Software. "Implementation and integration of the software is straightforward. We have listened to our customers and upgraded the solutions to meet the specific needs of companies for an even more effective approach to performance optimization."

Additionally, TrueProducer 5.2.2 integrates with [ TrueAnalytics 5.2.2 ] to create instant insight from the TrueProducer Operational Data Store. The reports include active agent, license expiration, appointment expiration and producer status change updates, to name a few.

Callidus Software's expertise in customizing [ industry specific incentive compensation and sales performance software ] provides companies with the tools they need to align corporate objectives with business goals and [ maximize their ROI ].

About Callidus Software®

Callidus Software ([ www.callidussoftware.com ]) (NASDAQ: [ CALD ]) is the market and technology leader in [ Sales Performance Management (SPM) ]. Performance-based compensation is one of the largest investments for all companies. Callidus' customers gain a competitive advantage by maximizing the return on this strategic asset. Our award-winning [ Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) ] applications set the standard for [ pervasive performance management ] across the enterprise. Over 1.9 million employees and channel partners have their performance managed by Callidus Software.

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