Albuquerque, New Mexico—April 4, 2008—UtiliPoint^® International, Inc. (UtiliPoint) announces that it has released the second book in it's UtiliPoint Expert Series focused on the implementation of Energy Trading, Transaction and Risk Manaement Software. The book, 'Selecting and Implementing Energy Trading, Transaction, and Risk Management Software - A Primer' co-authored and edited by Patrick E. Reames and Dr. Gary M. Vasey is now available for purchase.

"The popularity of our first book on ETRM software has convinced us that a book on implementing ETRM software was both long overdue and demanded by the marketplace," said Dr. Vasey. "The new book draws upon UtiliPoint's extensive research and expertise in this area to deliver an experiential guide to selecting and implementing ETRM software."

The new book focuses in on selecting and implementing ETRM software and includes UtiliPoint's research in this area as well as the combined expertise of its two principal authors. Additionally, it draws upon the expertise of the book's sponsors, reputable and leading consulting and sevices firms, to present a compehensive primer on the topic.

"Given the costs and risks inherant with deploying a new ETRM system, its difficult to overestate the importance of understanding the acquisition and implemention process," according to Mr. Reames. "We believe this book will be a valuable tool for the staff and stakeholders of any company seeking to improve its ability to compete in the wholesale energy trading marketplace through the acquisistion and implementation of a modern ETRM system."

"We are very pleased to have had the support and input of our sponsors on this project, Deloitte & Touche LLP, Sapient and The Structure Group," continued Mr. Reames. "As organizations that are involved daily in helping companies on-board new ETRM systems, their insights and experiences offered in this book will prove invaluable for the reader." Specific contributions by these sponsors include "Implementation Key Success Factors" provided by Mr. Randall Orbon, VP of Trading and Risk Management for Sapient; "The Importance of Testing" by Mr. Roger Schaffland, Energy & Resources Director of Deloitte & Touche LLP; and "Managing Upgrades - Mitigating the Risks of Upgrading Your ETRM Systems" by Ms. Angela Ryan, Director and Mr. Baris Ertan, Senior Manager of The Structure Group.

Selecting and Implementing Energy Trading, Transaction and Risk Management Software - a Primer can be purchased on Amazon.com.

About UtiliPoint International, Inc.

UtiliPoint is a leader in providing research and consulting services to the utility and energy industries. Our 75-year history and over 100 clients worldwide have led us to currently operate as a utility and energy consulting and issues analysis firm. Our staff is comprised of leading experts with diverse backgrounds in utility generation, transmission & distribution, retail markets, mergers and acquisitions, new technologies, venture capital, information technology, outsourcing, customer service, advanced metering, meter data management, renewable energy, regulatory affairs, and international issues. Learn more at http://www.utilipoint.com/.