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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Hospitality Solutions International (HSI), a division of MICROS Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:MCRS), and a leading software developer for the hospitality industry, is pleased to announce that Peabody Hotel Group (PHG) has upgraded its HSI Profit Series Point-of-Sale (POS) software at two of the three prestigious Peabody branded locations in Memphis, Tennessee and Orlando, Florida. Peabody Hotel Group has also begun upgrades of franchised locations starting with Hilton Greenville in South Carolina, and the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Natick, Massachusetts. PHG is one of the nation's leading hotel groups, known for operating successful, high-profile, Peabody-flagged hotels and quality independent/franchise hotels. PHG chose to upgrade the HSI Profit Series POS system to a current Windows(R) operating system and to take advantage of the latest Profit Series POS features such as increased credit card security and support for wireless handheld devices. The upgrade positions PHG for future wireless POS capabilities. Under the terms of the agreement, HSI provided new file servers and workstations. "At Peabody Hotel Group, we are constantly seeking ways to streamline and enhance our support systems to ensure our guests continue to benefit from our promise of Peabody Service Excellence(R)," stated Martin S. Belz, president and chairman. "The Profit Series POS is extremely important for the provision of increased credit card security and the addition of wireless handheld devices." "We are committed to providing our customers with simple upgrade paths," stated Cyndi Shepley, General Manager and Vice President, HSI. "We further solidify that commitment by continuing to enhance our products with sensible features and the latest provisions for data security, compliance and legislation." The HSI Profit Series Point-of-Sale system is an easy-to-use, scalable, Windows(R)-based solution designed to fit into nearly any hospitality environment. The simplicity of design is backed by extraordinary functionality and intuitive graphics. The HSI Profit Series POS links front- of-house and back-office applications in a real-time format, which allows system changes to be made instantly, even as the system is operating. About Peabody Hotels The Peabody flag has been flying in Memphis, Tennessee since 1865 when the original hotel opened. This grand dame of Southern charm and hospitality quickly established herself as "The South's Grand Hotel." Today, after a multi-million dollar makeover, the hotel is a sparkling, ultra-luxurious property that pays tribute to tradition, and embraces the wonders of modern high tech for its guests' enjoyment and comfort. In 1986, The Peabody Orlando opened for business and quickly established a reputation for Peabody Service Excellence(R) and a penchant for winning just about every hotel industry award. Early in 2002, the Peabody flag was raised over the great Arkansas River in Little Rock, Arkansas, and guests from around the United States and from all over the world are flocking to this magnificent hotel. Peabody Hotels consisting of the three Peabody-flagged hotels in Orlando, Memphis and Little Rock, is a division within the portfolio of the Memphis, Tennessee based Peabody Hotel Group. The company's six Brand Management Division properties are wholly-owned and managed independent franchise properties in the northeast and South Carolina. About Hospitality Solutions International Hospitality Solutions International (HSI), a division of MICROS Systems, Inc., provides technology solutions for the hospitality industry, with capabilities in software development and systems integration, as well as ASP Services and Internet based products. The HSI product line includes: Profit Series Point of Sale System, MyHSI.net Corporate Management and Reporting System, Jaguar Property Management System, Falcon Central Reservation System and Cobra Sales and Catering System. HSI products are installed in more than 4,000 locations worldwide. The MICROS logo is a registered trademark of MICROS Systems, Inc. The HSI logo is a registered trademark of HSI. All other product and brand names are the property of their respective owners. DATASOURCE: Hospitality Solutions International CONTACT: Lori Kotz, Marketing, of Hospitality Solutions International, +1-480-707-6228, Fax: +1-480-707-6223, Web site: http://www.micros.com/

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