Smartsley & Techno Logic Solutions Announce Strategic Merger

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC – January 1, 2003 – The business process outsourcing firms Smartsley & Techno Logic Solutions announce strategic merger. The combined company is now a leading provider of various business outsourcing solutions including: administrative support, pc networking & repair & web design, development & hosting. Both Smartsley & Techno Logic Solutions are now doing business under the operating name of The Smartsley Technology Group.

General Facts:

Headquarters: Corporate headquarters of the combined Company will be in Research Triangle
Park, NC.

Senior Management:
· Jamil Hassan Spain, Partner and Chief Technology Officer
· Michelle Simms, Partner and Chief Executive Officer

About Smartsley Technology Group

The Smartsley Technology Group coalesced as a result of a strategic merger of the technology firm,Techno Logic Solutions, and the business process outsourcing firm, Smartsley. Established as a unit in October of 2002, the Smartsley Technology Group and Techno Logic Solutions combined their core competencies to offer dynamic solutions for small business and large business alike. Our goal is to effectively serve while maintaining a level of personal dedication often lost in times of 21st century technology. STG consultants offer a sincere dedication to providing every client with the innovative solutions required to maintain a competitive edge in their industry. Our staff is comprised of a group of highly-trained Administrative Specialists, Information Technology Consultants, and Web Development Specialists held to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and accuracy.

Headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, STG serves clients both nationally and
internationally. STG focuses on meeting the comprehensive business support needs and information technology needs of professionals through a comprehensive range of services, including:

Administrative Support: STG is dedicated to the fulfillment of administrative tasks such as data
entry, secretarial support, and general administrative assistance.

Technical Support: We specialize in the installation, maintenance and support of internet and computer network infrastructures. By offering access to affordable technology solutions, the STG is assisting to bridge the digital divide between small businesses and technology.

Web Design, Development, and Hosting: STG offers a variety of web design & development
packages for companies seeking a professional online presence. We provide access to designs
unsurpassed by few……at an affordable rate. Additionally back-end programming is available for clients who require database(s) for their website. Web hosting is also provided for a nominal fee.

Logo Design: No matter how large or small, STG realizes the need for every business to project a
professional image that allows them to be taken seriously by each and every potential client as well as maintain a competitive edge in their industry. Our affordable logo design assists each and every business owner in their quest to project the Fortune 500 image they so desperately need and desire.

E-Commerce Solutions: With the number of online transactions and online purchases increasing
everyday, STG recognized a need to offer e-commerce solutions to its clients. In addition to
designing and hosting websites, we are now able to offer connections to merchant accounts fitting
the commerce needs of our clients. Whether our web clients sell products online or simply wish to accept payment for products or services online, STG can cater to any e-commerce need.
STG looks forward to a prosperous and productive unified year in 2003 with many satisfied new
clients as well as maintaining the satisfaction of the current clientele.

For more information, visit www.smartsley.com

SMARTSLEY COMPANY CONTACT:
Michelle Simms
Chief Executive Officer
Email: michelle@smartsley.com
(919) 469-5006

TECHNO LOGIC SOLUTIONS COMPANY CONTACT:
Jamil Hassan Spain
Chief Technology Officer
Email: jamil@smartsley.com
(919) 469-5006

The Smartsley Technology Group
Post Office Box 14143
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Office Telephone: (919) 469-5006
Toll Free: (866) 469-5006
Facsimile: (928) 833-2325
http://www.smartsley.com
Email: info@smartsley.com