Mediware Names Thomas K. Mann Chief Executi...( Senior Healthcare Technology Executi...),Health

Senior Healthcare Technology Executive Brings Over 20 Years Of Experience

in Sales, Marketing And Operational Excellence

LENEXA, Kan., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/-- Mediware Information Systems, Inc., (Nasdaq: MEDW) announced the appointment of Thomas Kelly Mann as chief executive officer of the Company. Mann joins Mediware following more than 20 years with 3M's healthcare information technology division where he held a wide range of senior management positions. He replaces James Burgess who announced his resignation on July 2, 2007.

"Kelly joins Mediware at a pivotal period in our Company's history," said Mediware's chairman, Lawrence Auriana. "We have narrowed our focus, enhanced our core offerings, and are aggressively pursuing business development relationships to deliver ClosedLoop(TM) solutions for each clinical area we support. Kelly's strategic planning and management skills will be essential as Mediware increases its profile and offerings in the healthcare market."

Mann brings 23 years of healthcare, technology and management experience to Mediware. His vision-driven management style and profound understanding of healthcare issues resulted in rapid promotions through various roles in sales, marketing, product management and operational management. His strategic insights during his tenure at 3M were instrumental in growing 3M Health Information Systems, Inc.'s client base to more than 4,000 healthcare organizations worldwide.

"Mediware offers an exciting opportunity," said Mann. "The Company's products address some of the most important processes within healthcare, where errors can result in tragedy. By delivering a closed loop information environment for clinicians, w
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