November 2004 - SkillsNET and Caliber Associates Inc. have partnered to provide consulting services in the area of work based assessments and job/task analysis for a variety of federal and state government agencies. Caliber will also provide market representation for SkillsNET's products and services by employing SkillsNET methodology and tools throughout their consulting services. "We are excited to be working with Caliber because of the natural fit of our SkillObjectT technology with their highly developed expertise in the areas of Job/Task analysis and assessment development. Our partnership with Caliber will allow us to leverage our technology across a broader client spectrum to help them make better human capital decisions", said Dr. David Payne, Senior Skills Analyst and Skills Compliance Officer with SkillsNET.

SkillsNET is a leading applied science organization specializing in Skill Standards, Talent Optimization Systems, Labor Market Intelligence, Job Profiling, Job/ Task Analysis, and owns and operates the National SkillObject Library. SkillsNET solutions have helped the US Navy, state governments, and corporations establish solid skills management and workforce systems.

Caliber Associates, Inc., a major provider of consulting and research services to federal and state agencies, is a recognized leader in workforce analysis, program evaluation, information management, and organizational technical assistance, and training. Caliber is headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area.

James H. Harris, who heads Caliber's Personnel Research Group is delighted with the SkillsNET alliance. " Our relationship with SkillsNET enhances our ability to bring value-added solutions to our clients. Caliber has analyzed more than 150 jobs in the U.S. economy and used the results to develop selection and classification systems, training programs, succession and career development plans, and leadership competency frameworks. SkillsNET provides us powerful, state-of-the art technology to help our clients manage human capital."

For additional information about this partnership please contact Courtney DiMarzo at 972.923.2950 x322 or visit www.skillsnet.com.