Manugistics Names Kevin McNelly as Vice President of Solution Manageme

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    ROCKVILLE, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 11, 2005--Manugistics Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:MANU), a leading global provider of demand-driven supply chain management solutions, today announced it has appointed Kevin McNelly as Vice President of Solution Management. Recognized as an expert in supply chain and operations strategy, McNelly will focus on enhancing and increasing Manugistics' industry-leading solutions for the Consumer Goods industry.
    McNelly will report to Manugistics Senior Vice President of Global Marketing and Solution Management Lori Mitchell-Keller.
    "Kevin's extensive experience in consumer goods and health care, combined with his deep industry and supply chain knowledge, brings the expertise that our clients have come to rely on from Manugistics," said Mitchell-Keller. "Because Kevin has been in the forefront of supply chain innovation in the most demanding operations environments, he understands the unique challenges of today's demand and supply chain and is ideally suited to help our clients meet those challenges. This appointment continues to demonstrate Manugistics' commitment to the consumer supply chain."
    Prior to joining Manugistics, he served as Vice President, Global Supply Chain and Logistics for Smith & Nephew, the global medical devices manufacturer. At Smith & Nephew, McNelly led supply chain improvement efforts that significantly increased customer satisfaction, improved inventory and asset utilization and cut costs.
    In October, McNelly was named a "2004 Supply Chain Superstar" runner-up by Frontline Solutions magazine. His experience in the consumer goods industry includes supply chain and logistics positions at Avon Products, where he directed the global supply chain; Clorox, where he led improvements in the performance of the distribution network; and Hidden Valley Ranch, where his roles included distribution, supply planning and production.
    "As a user and supporter of Manugistics solutions for more than a decade, I know their unparalleled power and quality first-hand, and I'm delighted now to be able to help bring them to our clients," said McNelly. "With a stronger than ever commitment to the consumer goods industry, top-flight leadership and a team of leading professionals who deliver innovative solutions that deliver significant improvements to clients, Manugistics offers a unique opportunity to be part of the revolution in the demand-driven supply chain."
    McNelly has also directed logistics for Barr Pharmaceuticals, where he oversaw global purchasing, inventory control and management, demand and supply planning and distribution.

    About Manugistics Group, Inc.

    Manugistics powers the demand-driven supply chain. Today, more than 1,200 clients trust Manugistics to help them drive profitable growth, unlock the value of their existing IT investments, and ensure the security and integrity of their global supply chains. Its clients include industry leaders such as AT&T, BMW, Boeing, Cingular, Circuit City, Coca-Cola Bottling, Delta Air Lines, DHL, Diageo, DuPont, Harley-Davidson, John Deere, Marriott, McCormick, Nestle, Nissan, RadioShack, Sanmina-SCI and Unilever. For more information, go to www.manugistics.com.

    FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENT

    This announcement contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that include, continuing weak demand for supply chain management software, the ability of the Company to effectively align its cost structure with revenues, and unintended adverse effects of the Company's recent restructuring and cost containment initiatives. More information about factors that potentially could affect Manugistics' financial results is included in Manugistics filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended February 29, 2004 and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended November 30, 2004. Manugistics assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained on this announcement.

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CONTACT: Manugistics Group, Inc. Sheila Blackwell, 301-255-5486 sblackwell@manu.com or Kristine Gager, 202-326-1747 kristine.gager@edelman.com

KEYWORD: MARYLAND INDUSTRY KEYWORD: CONSUMER/HOUSEHOLD RETAIL SOFTWARE MANAGEMENT CHANGES SOURCE: Manugistics Group, Inc.

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