Misys Plc confirms Sir Dominic Cadbury as Chairman
Misys plc, the global software and solutions company, announces today, 22 March 2006, that its Board has confirmed Sir Dominic Cadbury as Chairman on a permanent basis. Sir Dominic has been fulfilling the role on an interim basis since November 2005.
Commenting on the appointment, Senior Independent Director, John Ormerod, said:
'The Board is delighted to confirm that Sir Dominic will continue to lead Misys as Chairman. In conducting the search for a Chairman, the Nominations Committee reviewed a number of strong candidates, consulted with major shareholders and concluded that Sir Dominic was the most appropriate to chair Misys on a permanent basis. The entire Board is pleased that he has agreed to continue in the role on a permanent basis.'
Sir Dominic Cadbury said: 'I very much look forward to continuing in my role as Chairman of Misys, enabling me to provide leadership to the Board and support to Kevin Lomax and his team as we work to deliver the full potential of the business and maximise value for shareholders."
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About Misys plc
Misys plc (FTSE: MSY), the global software company, is one of the world's largest and longest-established providers of industry-specific software. Founded in 1979, Misys serves the international banking and healthcare industries, combining technological expertise with in-depth understanding of customers' markets and operational needs. In banking Misys is a market leader with over 1,200 customers, including 49 of the world's top 50 banks. In healthcare Misys is also a market leader, serving more than 92,000 physicians in 18,000 practice locations, 1,250 hospitals and 600 home care providers. In UK general insurance Misys is the market leader in software solutions. Through Sesame, a wholly-owned subsidiary, the company is also a leading provider of support services to about 7,800 financial advisers in the UK. Misys employs over 6,500 people who serve customers in more than 120 countries. For more information, visit www.misys.com
