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The TopClass training solution implemented by WBT Systems and its Australian partner AVRA for the global beverage company, Fosters, wins educational award

Dublin, Ireland - May 29th, 2007 - WBT Systems, a global leader in enterprise e-Learning solutions, today announces that the on-line wine education program (Wine Edge), implemented by WBT Systems and AVRA for the global beverage company, Fosters, has won the “Excellence in Learning Resources” award from the Australian Institute of Training and Development. With strong competition from the Australian Federal Police, Commonwealth Bank and Queensland Rail, the judging panel – comprised of learning and development professionals from the public and private sector - said that the Foster’s entry was outstanding in its user friendliness, level of interaction and technical excellence.

The TopClass Learning Content Management System (LCMS) is being used to provide training to Foster’s sales representatives. It has a number of different classes, with interactive quizzes, tasting notes and video modules showing Foster’s wineries and vineyards. The solution not only enables new employees to get up to speed on the many wine brands, but can also be used as a comprehensive reference repository which stores a significant amount of information.

Foster’s owns, markets and distributes an international portfolio of beer, wine, spirits, cider and non-alcohol brands. It also produces, markets and exports the world's leading portfolio of premium wine brands including Penfold's, Wolf Blass, Rosemount, Lindemans, Saltram, Seppelt, Wynns and Yellowglen from Australia, Beringer, Etude, Stag's Leap and Chateau Souverain from North America, Matua Valley and Secret Stone from New Zealand and Castella de Gabiano from Italy.

TopClass LCMS (Learning Content Management System) from WBT Systems enables companies to manage e-Learning content and offers personalized content delivery, learner collaboration, learner tracking and assessment, web-based training administration, and database administration. WBT also counts Diageo, the global alcoholic drinks manufacturer among its customers. According to Marg McRobbie, Manager of Learning and Development at Foster’s, “This Award is wonderful recognition for our team who has been creating the resources over the past six months”.

“We are delighted that this solution has been independently recognized”, commented Louella Morton, VP Global Alliances, WBT Systems. “WBT and our partner AVRA worked closely with the Foster’s team to ensure that a high-quality and intuitive system was delivered – the result is very impressive”. Tony Clark, Managing Director of AVRA, also welcomed the accolade, “This is a great solution and well deserved the award. Many companies view training as a bit of a headache, but they can certainly learn a lot from the success our solution has brought to Foster’s”.

About Foster's

Foster's Group is a premium global multi-beverage company delivering a total portfolio of beer, wine, spirits, cider and non-alcohol beverages. Its products inspire global enjoyment and are enjoyed by consumers all over the world. Based in Melbourne, Australia, and publicly listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, Foster's employs around 11,000 people and its products are sold in more than 155 countries worldwide. Its flagship international beer brand, Foster's Lager, is ranked in the top 10 international beer brands.

About WBT Systems

WBT Systems, part of Horizon Technology Group (www.horizon.ie), is one of the leading providers of intelligent learning solutions across the globe. Its solutions help organizations to mitigate risk and reduce costs by implementing advanced, robust compliance tracking solutions and drive top-line performance through enabling sales and customer services channels. WBT's implementation experience spans a variety of industries, including financial services, healthcare, government, and pharmaceuticals in blue-chip companies such as ABB, Alexander Forbes, Basler Insurance, Belgacom, Diageo, Dow Chemical, Eurocontrol, Husqvarna, Innovatia, Liberty Group, Valero and Volvo CE.

For more information, see www.wbtsystems.com.

About Advanced Visual Realities Australasia (AVRA)

AVRA, founded in 1996, provides e-learning consulting, software implementation, custom applications and media integration services. AVRA is an Australian Government Endorsed Supplier.

AVRA provides mass-training solutions that enable their customers to train staff with measurable bottom-line results. Our focus is on quality, budget and turnaround. AVRA’s clients range from Defence, Medical, Vehicle manufacturers and ASX listed companies. Clients include Foster’s, Nissan, Renault, Mercedes-Benz, Pfizer, Ansell, Sigma, Eurocopter, Victoria Police and more.

For more information, see www.vr.com.au

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