Acclaro Completes Market Research on U.S. School and Office Products

With an upsurge in home schooling, growth of the SOHO (Small Office, Home Office) Market, and higher enrollment rates in higher education, the market for school and office products is an increasingly attractive one, measured by total end-user purchases of more than $312 billion in 2001, according to a recent study by Acclaro Growth Partners.

Leesburg, VA --- June 20, 2002 --- With an upsurge in home schooling, growth of the SOHO (Small Office, Home Office) Market, and higher enrollment rates in higher education, the market for school and office products is an increasingly attractive one, measured by total end-user purchases of more than $312 billion in 2001, according to a recent study by Acclaro Growth Partners.

Focusing on end-user consumption, the U.S. School and Office Products Industry Assessment is a comprehensive strategic analysis conducted by Acclaro Growth Partners using expert primary-source research methods. Based on the perspective of manufacturers and suppliers, the assessment represents the collective, analyzed opinion of key players regarding important issues that face companies serving the school and office products market.

The study covers market segmentation and competition, market growth, past and future trends, and it also addresses profitability and key factors for successful participation in the market.

Acclaro Growth Partners is a strategy consulting firm for middle-market growth companies, private equity firms, and associations. Specializing in time-sensitive, cost-effective research and analysis, Acclaro can help organizations with strategic planning (i.e., acquisitions, divestures) and corporate development initiatives (i.e., growth capital, customer service).

For further detail on this industry report, or for more information on Acclaros services, please contact Kit Lisle (Director) at 703-669-1500, or visit their website at www.acclaropartners.com.