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MasterGraphics Acquires CAD Division of Office Technology, Expands Reach in Wisconsin

Jan. 12, 2007 - Madison, Wis. -- MasterGraphics, a supplier of technology solutions for the manufacturing, building, education and government communities, has acquired the Computer Aided Design (CAD) division of Neenah, Wis.-based Office Technology. The transaction was finalized Dec. 1, 2006.

MasterGraphics is anxious to share its expertise with the new clients gained through the acquisition. "We are eager to serve the CAD and technical needs of Office Technology's clients," said Michael Wilkes, president and co-owner of MasterGraphics. "We also look forward to offering new resources to assist in the design, management, distribution and printing of their data." The company, with 120 employees in three states, has doubled its sales in the last four years. Purchasing the CAD business from Office Technology will further solidify the company's market space in the Midwest.

Specifically, the acquisition of Office Technology expands and strengthens MasterGraphics' position as a Premier Solutions Provider (PSP) for AutodeskTM, the world's leading software and services developer for the building, manufacturing, infrastructure, digital media and wireless data service fields.

"MasterGraphics continues to demonstrate its strength as a Premier Solutions Provider," said Steve Blum, Autodesk's vice president of sales for the Americas. "The company is client-driven, service-oriented and a true expert in technology solutions. MasterGraphics' significant growth during the past few years attests to its professional leadership and successful approach to business. Autodesk considers MasterGraphics to be an outstanding partner today and in the future."

Professional Services Group Adds New Consultant

As a result of the acquisition, Mark Hechel, an industry veteran with 17 years at Office Technology, has joined MasterGraphics. He will serve as a consultant in the company's newly formed Professional Services Group, whose experts work with clients nationwide to provide process-improvement advice and technology adoption strategies. "The Professional Services Group can work with a client to improve the management of its design data, which is critical to an organization's success," Wilkes explained. "In addition, our consultants can evaluate their clients' operations to ensure they're using technology efficiently and effectively."

About MasterGraphics Inc.

MasterGraphics partners with its clients, helping them improve processes and solve problems. Dedicated to the manufacturing, building and education/government industries, MasterGraphics helps streamline the flow of mechanical and building design data through an integrated mix of software, hardware, training, education, and digital imaging and distribution offerings. In addition, the company serves the education community in the development of curriculum that allows students to experience real-world applications in the design industry. MasterGraphics has been named an Autodesk® PSP (Premier Solutions Provider) for the manufacturing, architecture and education communities and is also Autodesk® Authorized Training

Center (ATC®). MasterGraphics is headquartered in Madison, Wis., with offices in Milwaukee, Wis., Appleton, Wis., Chicago and Minneapolis. For more about MasterGraphics, please visit www.masterg.com.

About Autodesk®

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) is wholly focused on ensuring that great ideas are turned into reality. With six million users, Autodesk is the world's leading software and services company for the building, manufacturing, infrastructure, digital media and wireless data services fields. Autodesk's solutions help customers create, manage and share their data and digital assets more effectively. As a result, customers turn ideas into competitive advantage by becoming more productive, streamlining project efficiency and maximizing profits. Founded in 1982, Autodesk is headquartered in San Rafael, Calif. For additional information about Autodesk, please visit www.autodesk.com. Autodesk is a registered trademark of Autodesk, Inc., in the USA and/or other countries.

Contact:
Darin Tessier, Marketing Manager, 608-210-2701
darin.tessier@masterg.com