Modern Systems Board of Directors Announces Exploration of Strategic Alternatives

SEATTLE, WA--(Marketwired - July 31, 2015) - Modern Systems (NASDAQ: MDSY) a world leader in legacy application/data migration and system modernization, today announced that the Company's Board of Directors has formed a Special Committee to explore strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value. These alternatives could include, among others, acquisitions, possible joint ventures, strategic partnerships or alliances, or other possible transactions.

The Special Committee of the Board is comprised of Brian Crynes, Carla Corkern, and Tom Jurewicz, and will be chaired by Mel Keating.

"Modernization is a very fertile space right now," says Matt Bell, CEO of Modern Systems. "Our customer base is as diverse as ever, with new customers coming from verticals ranging from publishing in the US to government entities in the UK."

"We believe there are compelling opportunities for Modern Systems and that now is the right time to explore those opportunities," he explained. "While the Special Committee evaluates alternatives, we will be continuing our efforts to reduce costs and drive operational efficiency, as well as sales."

Stonepine Advisors, LLC is serving as financial advisor to Modern Systems.

There can be no assurance that this exploration process will result in any transaction. Modern Systems does not currently intend to disclose further developments with respect to this process, unless and until its Board of Directors approves a specific transaction or otherwise concludes the review of strategic alternatives.

About Modern Systems Corporation
Modern Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: MDSY) is a leading provider of legacy modernization services. The Modern Systems portfolio includes a comprehensive suite of tools and services that modernize legacy applications and databases incrementally or all at once.

Modern Systems technologies can be applied to source applications and databases leveraging COBOL, Natural Adabas, IDMS, CA GEN and more. The modernized environments can leverage Java, C#, SQL Server, Oracle Database, IBM DB2 and virtual infrastructure to deliver identical or better functionality and performance. Modern Systems customers come from diverse industries and vertical markets such as automotive, banking and financial services, insurance, manufacturing, and retail. The company delivers services worldwide through offices in the USA, the UK, Italy, Romania, and Israel. Modern Systems Corporation is a subsidiary of ModSys International Ltd. (MDSY) "Modern Systems".

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