Ultimate Software (Nasdaq: ULTI), a leading provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, announced that it received ISO/IEC 27001 certification for the second time, a designation that confirms an organization's solutions meet international standards for information security management. Ultimate attained its first three-year certification in 2008 and the second certification in December 2010.

ISO/IEC 27001 is a global industry standard?created by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)?to validate organizations have deployed a sound and secure information security management system. The certification verifies an organization has a commitment to preserving the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its information assets; has deployed adequate and proportionate security controls to protect its information assets; and continually monitors and improves the quality of its overall information security management system.

Ultimate Software joins an exclusive list of less than 100 other U.S. companies to have achieved this certification. The globally recognized ISO/IEC 27001 certification requires a rigorous independent audit of an organization's technology, processes, and people.

?By earning ISO/IEC 27001 certification, Ultimate Software has reinforced its commitment to information security andbest practices in providing superior technology controls,? said Todd VanderVen, president of BSI Group America Inc. ?Ultimate's employees have demonstrated a commendable focus on optimal security processes, and ISO/IEC 27001 certification only underscores the company's best-in-class information security management.?

?Today's business world depends on reliable technology, and we're proud to be one of the few SaaS providers that have achieved ISO/IEC 27001 certification,? said Bill Hicks, CIO and senior vice president of shared services at Ultimate Software. ?We work very hard to ensure that our customers benefit from solutions that are delivered via the most secure and stable technology infrastructure?and achieving ISO/IEC 27001 certification for the second time is a reflection of how seriously we take this responsibility.?

About BSI Group America Inc.

BSI Group America Inc. is a global independent business services organization which enables businesses, governments and other organizations to increase profits and market access and to enhance reputation with its standards-based solutions and assurance services. From its origins as the world's first National Standards Body, BSI draws upon over 100 years' experience to partner with 66,000 organizations in 147 countries from its 50 offices. Today, through its independence, innovation and integrity, BSI continues to improve the lives of millions by raising standards worldwide. To learn more about BSI, please visit www.bsiamerica.com.

About Ultimate

A leading provider of unified human capital management SaaS solutions for global businesses, Ultimate markets its award-winning UltiPro solution as an on-demand service through Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). Based in Weston, FL, Ultimate employs approximately 1,100 professionals who are focused on developing the highest quality products and services. In 2010, Ultimate was named an Optimas Award winner by Workforce Management magazine. In 2009, Ultimate was awarded first place in the People's Choice Stevie® competition for Favorite New SaaS Product and was ranked the #1 best medium-sized company to work for in America by the Great Place to Work® Institute for the second consecutive year. In 2008, Ultimate was the first HR/payroll SaaS provider to be audited and awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2005 Certification for security management and was recognized for having the #1 ?Best Product Development Team? in the nation by the American Business Awards. Ultimate has more than 2,000 customers representing diverse industries, including such organizations as Adobe Systems Incorporated, The Container Store, Culligan International, Elizabeth Arden, Major League Baseball, The New York Yankees Baseball Team, and Ruth's Chris Steak House. More information on Ultimate's products and services can be found at www.ultimatesoftware.com.

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