| COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 12, 2006 - MICROS Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:
MCRS), a leading provider of information technology solutions for the hospitality
and retail industries, is pleased to announce that AmericanAirlines Arena
in Miami, Florida has selected MICROS as its point-of-sale (POS) provider.
A MICROS 9700 HMS enterprise-wide solution utilizing MICROS WS4 POS terminals
and Mobile MICROS Hand-Held Terminals was implemented in mid-November.
MICROS's integrated 9700 HMS system allows AmericanAirlines Arena to eliminate incompatible POS technologies and consolidate operations and reporting, while reducing administrative overhead. "Our previous configuration had become a challenge to effectively manage," stated Tony Coba, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of The Miami HEAT. "As a result of our internal process review, it became clear to us that migrating to a single unified platform would improve customer service; reduce operating costs; simplify staff training and enhance our data mining efforts." Coba adds, "For us, it was important to partner with a POS vendor whose technology roadmap aligned with our strategic objectives. MICROS offered us a comprehensive POS solution that fit our diverse requirements at the best value. When you consider market share as well as their worldwide and local support infrastructure, MICROS was clearly the best choice. We are very excited about this new venture and look forward to expanding our relationship with MICROS." "We are pleased to provide the AmericanAirlines Arena with a fully integrated, enterprise-wide solution that has eliminated the inefficiency of the legacy systems," stated Dan Interlandi, Executive Vice President of North American Distribution for MICROS Systems, Inc. "By offering an all-inclusive solution that meets the unique business needs of the stadium and arena industry, we look forward to a long-term partnership with AmericanAirlines Arena." About AmericanAirlines Arena Home of the 2006 NBA World Champion Miami HEAT, the AmericanAirlines Arena is the cornerstone for The Heat Group's efforts to create an entertainment destination for locals and visitors alike. Since its grand opening on December 31, 1999 with "Gloria Estefan's Millennium Concert," the AmericanAirlines Arena -- "South Florida's Waterfront Showplace" -- has quickly become one of the nation's premier sports and entertainment facilities. Built with the flexibility to accommodate a wide variety of programming, the 20,000 seat AmericanAirlines Arena has hosted musical guests like Andrea Bocelli, Cher, Luis Miguel, Madonna, Phish, Britney Spears, Bruce Springsteen, the Rolling Stones and U2, just to name a few, as well as championship events in boxing and wrestling; rodeos and family shows such as Disney On Ice, Harlem Globetrotters and Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus. The AmericanAirlines Arena played host to the prestigious 4th Annual Latin Grammy Awards, putting Miami in the international spotlight. In August 2004 (for the first time ever) and again in August 2005, the MTV Video Music Awards moved to Miami and aired live from the AmericanAirlines Arena. Private corporate events include Microsoft and a host of other meetings, large and small. In addition to private meetings, special events can include charity galas and team-building events. About MICROS Systems, Inc.  MICROS
Systems, Inc. provides enterprise applications for the hospitality and
retail industries worldwide. Over 220,000 MICROS systems are currently
installed in table and quick service restaurants, hotels, motels, casinos,
leisure and entertainment, and retail operations in more than 130 countries,
and on all seven continents. In addition, MICROS provides property management
systems, central reservation and customer information solutions under the
brand MICROS-Fidelio for more than 20,000 hotels worldwide, as well as
point-of-sale and loss prevention products through its subsidiary Datavantage
for more than 50,000 specialty retail stores worldwide. MICROS stock is
traded through NASDAQ under the symbol MCRS.
For more information on MICROS and its advanced information technology solutions for the hospitality industry, please contact Louise Casamento, Vice President of Marketing at (443) 285-8144 or (866) 287-4736. You can also visit the MICROS website at http://www.micros.com or send an email to [email protected]. The MICROS logo is a registered trademark of MICROS Systems, Inc. All other product and brand names are the property of their respective owners. |