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Microgen launches Microgen Hestia Version 2.0 for wealth management

London, 01 Apr 2010

Microgen Wealth Management Systems Limited (Microgen) today announced the launch of Microgen Hestia Version 2.0, which will further enhance secure online client services in the wealth management sector.

Most notably, the new version addresses the needs of the more complex online users, such as IFAs, fund managers and trust providers. Essentially, those organisations that have the responsibility to service more complex mandates over the management of investments.

Microgen Hestia enables the rapid delivery of a highly secure, advanced online wealth management services, using state of the art security measures to ensure client protection.

Specifically, Microgen Hestia Version 2.0 delivers:

* Advanced support for a multi-levelled sign on process using dual factor authentication devices, or by generating a “one-time” random PIN to mobile phone.
* Multi-staged online authorisation for instructions (eg, payments).
* Mandates requiring multiple signatures to effect the instruction.
* Adherence to compliance rules dictating sign off levels and validation by separate members of staff.
* Integration of workflow handling for routing of instructions via internal e-mail.
* Additional capability to capture maturity instructions for fixed term deposits.
* Support for multiple market brands from a single installation of the product.
* Servicing of client base through brand differentiation.
* Allowing an intermediary to deliver content through their own branding.
* More flexibility towards matching client functions to their permitted services.

“The enhancements we have made to Microgen Hestia are in response to the way we see the wealth management sector developing. To meet increasing compliance rules today's fiduciary provider needs to apply more controls around online transactions, supported by robust security procedures with strong audit information,” said Kevin Melrose, General Manager, Financial Systems Division, Microgen. “Microgen Hestia Version 2.0 gives companies the control, combined with flexibility, they need to create tailored services that meet, and exceed, client expectations.”

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Microgen

Founded in 1974 and listed on the LSE (MCGN) since 1983, Microgen is an established leader in the delivery of software, solutions and consultancy services. The group implements bespoke applications and product software for the world's largest financial institutions, multinational corporations and public sector organisations.

The group's portfolio of proven products and solutions, many of which are based on its proprietary Microgen Aptitude technology, enables the intelligent application of technology in a range of sectors including financial services, energy, asset and wealth management, commercial, transport and logistics and the public sectors.

The group has offices in Fleet and London in the UK, and international offices in the United States, South Africa, Poland, and Guernsey. For more information, please visit http://www.microgen.com.

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