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webMethods' Fifth Annual Customer Conference Set for the Nation's Capital this November; Noted Author John Hagel and MSNBC's Chris Matthews Among Keynoters; Online Registration Now Open FAIRFAX, Va., June 28 /PRNewswire/ -- webMethods, Inc. (NASDAQ:WEBM), a leading business integration and optimization software company, today announced that Integration World 2006, webMethods' fifth annual global customer conference, will take place in Washington, DC at the Wardman Park Marriott Hotel, November 6-8, 2006. Under the theme 'OUTPERFORM,' attendees will secure a deeper understanding of the strategies, best practices and methodologies that leading enterprises are employing to drive continuous process improvements throughout their operations. Going beyond just theory, Integration World will once again be marked by numerous customer-led presentations as well as a variety of hands on and in-depth technical programs that will allow users to explore topics as varied as Six Sigma and AJAX first- hand. "Integration World 2006 is focused on providing users with the tools and insight needed for enhancing corporate performance," said Deborah Rosen, executive vice president, Worldwide Marketing, webMethods, Inc. "Due to the speed in which new technologies for achieving this objective are emerging today, such as SOA, BPM and 'Web 2.0,' this is arguably the most important Integration World yet. By mastering these new skill sets, users can be empowered to help their organizations OUTPERFORM their competition as they transform their business processes from a liability into a competitive differentiator. With a lively mix of stimulating keynote sessions, peer-led discussions, and real-world technical training, Integration World remains the premier forum and 'can't miss event' for business integration professionals." More than a thousand of the company's customers, prospects and partners are expected to convene in Washington, DC this November for Integration World 2006. Featured keynoters include business strategist John Hagel III, who's most recent best-selling book [The Only Sustainable Edge: Why Business Strategy Depends on Productive Friction and Dynamic Specialization with John Seely Brown (2005)] highlights the critical role that IT can play in providing enterprises with a sustainable competitive edge. In recognition of the U.S. elections taking place during the conference on Tuesday, November 7th, Chris Matthews, the host of MSNBC's Hardball with Chris Matthews, will also be featured as he offers his perspective on what to watch for and what to expect in that day's balloting. Attendees will also enjoy access to more than forty additional presentations focused on different aspects of business integration, including developer-led product education sessions as well as real-world case studies presented by the actual practitioners. Dedicated tracks will address the following topics: * Integration and SOA -- Key concepts and technologies for using service- oriented architecture (SOA) to advance your business integration strategy. * Business Process Management -- Essential strategies for using model- driven design to accelerate the delivery of business solutions from both an IT and line-of-business perspective. * Leveraging Best Practices -- Peer and analyst-led discussions covering both emerging industry best practices as well as common IT management strategies. * Focus on Process -- Leveraging webMethods Fabric to drive process improvements in accordance with key management programs like the Balanced Scorecard and Six Sigma. * Diving Deep on Technology -- Back by popular demand, these double length, developer-led sessions address the unique needs of the power user looking to further optimize their webMethods Fabric environment. Taking advantage of our Washington locale as well as webMethods' extensive experience with all levels of government, Integration World 2006 will also play host to an additional one-day track focused on process integration within the federal government. Highlighting the caliber of networking opportunities available throughout the conference is the Integration World 2006 Customer Celebration, which is being held on the National Mall at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum. The conference will also offer ample opportunities to explore and evaluate new solutions from webMethods and numerous industry partners with the Solutions Hall featuring dedicated industry villages addressing the unique concerns of specific sectors, including financial services, government, manufacturing, and utilities & telecommunications. For a limited time, attendees can take advantage through August 15, 2006 of an early bird discount, which represents a US$200.00 savings off normal registration rates for Integration World 2006. In addition, early bird registrants will have the first opportunity to register for additional instructor-led, hands on product training -- the webMethods Fabric 6.5 Certification Program curriculum -- that is being offered in conjunction with the conference. Following last year's sold-out debut, the program is being expanded to include both pre- and post-show sessions with conference-only discounts making it possible to attend both the conference and training sessions for little more than the standalone training. Registration and additional information on Integration World 2006 is available at: http://www.integrationworld2006.com/. About webMethods, Inc. webMethods (NASDAQ:WEBM) provides business integration software to integrate, assemble and optimize available IT assets to drive business process productivity. webMethods delivers an innovative, enterprise-class business integration platform that incorporates proven integration technology with next generation capabilities into one interoperable set of tools that delivers a unique combination of efficiency, agility and control. webMethods combines industry leadership with a zealous commitment to customers to deliver tangible business value to over 1,400 global customers. webMethods is headquartered in Fairfax, Va., with offices throughout the U.S., Europe, Asia Pacific and Japan. The webMethods name and logo are registered trademarks of, and webMethods Fabric is a trademark of, webMethods, Inc. All other marks mentioned are trademarks or service marks of their respective companies. DATASOURCE: webMethods, Inc. CONTACT: John Conley of webMethods, +1-703-460-5996, Web site: http://www.webmethods.com/

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