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Profile:MetaSolv, Inc. is a provider of operational support system (OSS) software solutions that help communications providers and businesses manage their next-generation communication networks and services. In February 2002, the Company acquired certain OSS assets from Nortel Networks, which extended its product portfolio with a carrier-class (highly scalable and reliable) service activation product and several point solutions that allow communications service providers to efficiently manage and deliver differentiated services for Internet protocol (IP), data and wireless communications. As a result of this acquisition, MetaSolv now offers a comprehensive suite of OSS solutions available for wireless, IP, data and traditional networks and services.


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Telefonica Brasil Selects MetaSolv`s IP Service Activation Solution
Tuesday November 11, 6:00 am ET


PLANO, Texas, Nov. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MetaSolv Software, Inc., a global leader in communications management solutions for next-generation and traditional networks and services, today announced that Telefonica Brasil has selected MetaSolv`s IP service activation solution to automate delivery of MPLS-based IP VPN services over its multi-vendor network. The MetaSolv solution will enable Telefonica to efficiently provision, manage, and activate IP VPN services.
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MetaSolv`s IP activation solution provides Telefonica Brasil a single software platform to streamline the management of a series of tasks necessary to deliver real-time, dynamic services, which helps reduce the cost of delivering new services and speeds time to market. MetaSolv`s solution will allow Telefonica Brasil to offer new products and services to small and medium businesses that will enable them to optimize internal applications and processes while maintaining fast, secure, and scalable communications networks.

MetaSolv`s IP Activation capabilities enable rapid and efficient automated provisioning of complex IP services, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 MPLS-based VPNs, Virtual Private LANs (VPLS), Traffic Engineering Paths and IP Quality of Service, over large-scale, multi-vendor and multi-OS IP networks. MetaSolv delivers high-reliability activation through stateful service management, network auto-discovery and synchronization, as well as sophisticated policy- based configuration management.

As part of the agreement, MetaSolv also will provide professional services to Telefonica Brasil, working collaboratively with systems integrators to link the IP VPN activation solution with other components of the operations support system (OSS), such as performance and fault management, and inventory management.

"MetaSolv`s IP activation solution is a mature, scalable solution, with support for multiple services over multiple network vendors," said Joaquin Molina, vice president, Caribbean and Latin America, MetaSolv. "MetaSolv`s IP Service Activation solution, coupled with our professional services expertise, will enable Telefonica Brasil to aggressively compete in the growing market for complex IP services."

About MetaSolv

MetaSolv, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSLV - News) is a leading, global provider of comprehensive service fulfillment software solutions for communications service providers. MetaSolv`s advanced operations support system (OSS) solutions integrate and automate key operational processes and functions, including service and subscriber provisioning, network resource management, network data collection, and service quality management. More than 170 global fixed-line and mobile operators -- including Nextel, BT, Vodafone, Cable & Wireless, T-Mobile, Brasil Telecom, Telstra, and others -- use MetaSolv`s products and services to achieve increased revenues, reduced costs, and enhanced customer service. MetaSolv is a global company, headquartered in Plano, Texas, with regional offices in Toronto, Ottawa, London, Sophia- Antipolis, France, Rio de Janeiro, and other key global cities. MetaSolv`s web site is www.metasolv.com .

MetaSolv is a registered trademark. The MetaSolv logo and MetaSolv Solution are trademarks of MetaSolv Software, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Wipro Technologies and MetaSolv Software Forge Strategic Alliance to Address Global OSS Market
Monday November 17, 6:00 am ET


BANGALORE, India and PLANO, Texas, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Wipro Technologies, the global IT services division of Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT - News), and MetaSolv Software, Inc., a global leader in communications management solutions for next-generation and traditional networks and services, today announced a strategic alliance and reseller agreement. The new agreement enables the two companies to jointly deliver comprehensive operations support system (OSS) solutions to global service providers. The alliance joins Wipro`s capabilities as a global telecom-focused Systems Integrator with MetaSolv`s proven service fulfillment product portfolio, and considerable experience with many of the world`s largest fixed and mobile communications service providers.
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"As service providers focus on meeting increased demand for new data and voice services, they face major challenges in quickly delivering complex product offerings, while keeping provisioning costs under control," said Suresh Vaswani, President, Wipro Infotech & Telecom Service Provider Business, Wipro Technologies. "Wipro`s expertise in telecom and MetaSolv`s proven, multi-domain service fulfillment solutions are a compelling combination that can help service providers achieve business results -- enabling faster time to market for new services and enhanced overall operational efficiency."

With more than ten years of experience and many successful customer engagements globally, MetaSolv is the OSS industry`s recognized leader in service and subscriber provisioning and network resource management solutions. Wipro`s global presence, proven implementation methodology, and thorough training and expertise in the MetaSolv solutions portfolio, combine to drive quick implementations, resulting in rapid return on investment for service providers.

"We are pleased to join with Wipro, a systems integrator with in-depth expertise in end-to-end OSS systems, to deliver proven, scalable, world-class solutions that enable communications service providers to better serve their customers and achieve business success," said Curtis Holmes, president and CEO, MetaSolv. "Wipro and MetaSolv together can help service providers reduce costs associated with attracting and keeping customers, and at the same time help generate additional revenues by enabling efficient provisioning of new services."

The new agreement is focused on enabling the delivery of service fulfillment solutions to customers on a global scale, and includes the following MetaSolv product capabilities that can be resold by Wipro:

Multi-Service Activation -- an extensive and intelligent activation solution that provisions, configures, and activates an array of voice and data services independent of underlying network technology.
Network Resource Management -- a comprehensive suite enabling accurate and efficient management of a variety of network and service resources. Core capabilities include the ability to manage network engineering and build, physical and logical inventory management.
Wipro and MetaSolv previously have worked together on customer engagements in India and Europe, and currently are engaged in multiple projects across Europe, Asia, and North America. The strategic alliance formalizes the joint marketing and software solutions delivery approach between the two companies.

About Wipro Limited

Wipro provides comprehensive IT solutions and services, including systems integration, information systems outsourcing, IT enabled services, package implementation, software application development and maintenance, and research and development services to corporations globally. Wipro Limited is the first P CMM Level 5 and SEI CMM Level 5 certified IT Services Company globally. In the Indian market, Wipro is a leader in providing IT solutions and services for the corporate segment in India offering system integration, network integration, software solutions and IT services. In the Asia Pacific and Middle East markets, Wipro provides IT solutions and services for global corporations. Wipro`s ADSs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and its equity shares are listed in India on the Stock Exchange - Mumbai, and the National Stock Exchange, among others. For more information, please visit our websites at www.wipro.com , www.wiprocorporate.com , and www.wipro.co.in .

About MetaSolv

MetaSolv, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSLV - News) is a leading, global provider of comprehensive service fulfillment software solutions for communications service providers. MetaSolv`s advanced operations support system (OSS) solutions integrate and automate key operational processes and functions, including service and subscriber provisioning, network resource management, network data collection, and service quality management. More than 170 global fixed-line and mobile operators -- including Nextel, BT, Vodafone, Cable & Wireless, T-Mobile, Brasil Telecom, Telstra, and others -- use MetaSolv`s products and services to achieve increased revenues, reduced costs, and enhanced customer service. MetaSolv is a global company, headquartered in Plano, Texas, with regional offices in Toronto, Ottawa, London, Sophia-Antipolis, France, Rio de Janeiro, and other key global cities. MetaSolv`s web site is www.metasolv.com .

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MetaSolv Partners With Leading Telecom Supplier for IP VPN Service Activation
Tuesday November 18, 2:00 am ET
MetaSolv`s IP Service Activation Capability Selected for Packet Backbone Network Management Suite


PLANO, Texas, Nov. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MetaSolv Software, Inc., a global leader in communications management solutions for next-generation and traditional networks and services and Ericsson, the world`s largest mobile systems supplier, today announced the execution of an agreement under which Ericsson will integrate and resell MetaSolv`s IP service activation solution into its Packet Backbone Network (PBN) management suite. MetaSolv`s proven IP Service Activation solution enables Ericsson to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost efficient, differentiated services across its high speed fixed and mobile packet backbone networks.
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Ericsson`s PBN is an end-to-end, multi-service backbone solution for next- generation public networks, which enables mobile and fixed network operators to provide profitable and differentiated services for mobile, enterprise, and residential customers. MetaSolv`s IP Service Activation solution becomes an activation component as part of the PBN network management suite, together with other components providing a complete solution to PBN customers worldwide.

MetaSolv`s IP Activation capabilities enable rapid and efficient automated provisioning of complex IP services, including Layer 2 and Layer 3 MPLS-based VPNs, Virtual Private LANs (VPLS), Traffic Engineering Paths and IP Quality of Service, over large-scale, multi-vendor and multi-OS IP networks. MetaSolv delivers high-reliability activation through stateful service management, network auto-discovery and synchronization, as well as sophisticated policy- based configuration management.

"MetaSolv`s selection as the software partner for managing and activating complex IP VPN services for both fixed and mobile networks validates our market-leading product capabilities," said David Sharpley, MetaSolv senior vice president of marketing. "As a key element in the PBN network management suite, our partnership with Ericsson will deliver clear and real business value to customers as they evolve their networks and deliver value-added IP- based services."

About MetaSolv

MetaSolv, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSLV - News) is a leading, global provider of comprehensive service fulfillment software solutions for communications service providers. MetaSolv`s advanced operations support system (OSS) solutions integrate and automate key operational processes and functions, including service and subscriber provisioning, network resource management, network data collection, and service quality management. More than 170 global fixed-line and mobile operators -- including BT, Brasil Telecom, Cable & Wireless, Nextel, T-Mobile, Telstra, Vodafone, and others -- use MetaSolv`s products and services to achieve increased revenues, reduced costs, and enhanced customer service. MetaSolv is a global company, headquartered in Plano, Texas, with regional offices in Toronto, Ottawa, London, Sophia- Antipolis, France, Rio de Janeiro, and other key global cities. MetaSolv`s web site is www.metasolv.com .

MetaSolv is a registered trademark. The MetaSolv logo and MetaSolv Solution are trademarks of MetaSolv Software, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

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Sprint Deploys MetaSolv’s Comprehensive Service Fulfillment Portfolio for Circuit-to-Packet Network Transformation
11/11/2003

PLANO, TEXAS, November 11, 2003 – MetaSolv Software, Inc., a global leader in communications management solutions for next-generation and traditional networks and services, today announced that Sprint has selected MetaSolv’s comprehensive service provisioning capabilities to support Sprint’s circuit-to-packet network migration project.

Sprint’s Local Telecommunications Division (LTD) is deploying a suite of MetaSolv’s operation support system (OSS) solutions including order management, network resource management, and service and subscriber activation products to enable efficient, flexible provisioning and delivery of services as it migrates to a packet-based infrastructure. In May, Sprint became the first major telecommunications company in the United States to begin the migration of its local switching network from a circuit-switched telephone network to a simplified, next-generation packet network.

"The migration to a packet network requires sophisticated OSS solutions that provide the flexibility, efficiencies and the cost reductions necessary to achieve our network integration strategy,” said Michael Rapken, vice president-network systems development for Sprint. "MetaSolv’s suite of OSS solutions is a reliable component to Sprint’s network technology advancements.”

“We are pleased to be a part of Sprint’s market-leading circuit-to-packet network project. The flexibility of MetaSolv’s OSS solutions enables Sprint to create and define business processes for multiple services, to achieve more efficient operations and improved customer service,” said David Sharpley, senior vice president of marketing, MetaSolv. “In addition, Sprint can further extend the MetaSolv OSS solutions to automate delivery of future services such as multimedia and video service.”

The solution Sprint is implementing includes MetaSolv’s subscriber and service provisioning and network resource management capabilities, which currently are deployed at a diverse base of global wireline and wireless communications service providers. MetaSolv’s comprehensive solutions include support for multi-vendor, multi-service networks including packet voice, DSL/Cable, IPVPN, Gigabit Ethernet, VLANs, optical wavelengths, wireless (2.5G/3G infrastructure, WLANs), voice, IP-Centrex, ATM/FR, and TDM pipes.

About MetaSolv
MetaSolv (NASDQ: MSLV) is a leading, global provider of comprehensive service fulfillment software solutions for communications service providers. MetaSolv’s advanced operations support system (OSS) solutions integrate and automate key operational processes and functions, including service and subscriber provisioning, network resource management, network data collection, and service quality management. More than 170 global fixed-line and mobile operators – including BT, Brasil Telecom, Cable & Wireless, Nextel, T-Mobile, Telstra, Vodafone, and others – use MetaSolv’s products and services to achieve increased revenues, reduced costs, and enhanced customer service. MetaSolv is a global company, with U.S. headquarters in Plano, Texas, Europe headquarters in London, and regional offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Sophia-Antipolis, France, Rio de Janeiro, and other key global cities. MetaSolv`s web site is www.metasolv.com.


MetaSolv is a registered trademark. The MetaSolv logo and MetaSolv Solution are trademarks of MetaSolv Software, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.


About Sprint
Sprint is a global integrated communications provider serving more than 26 million customers in over 100 countries. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide and nearly $27 billion in annual revenues, Sprint is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying state-of-the-art network technologies, including the United States` first nationwide all-digital, fiber-optic network and an award-winning Tier 1 Internet backbone. Sprint provides local communications services in 39 states and the District of Columbia and operates the largest 100-percent digital, nationwide PCS wireless network in the United States. For more information, visit www.sprint.com.


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This press release contains forward-looking statements that are based upon current expectations and assumptions and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from MetaSolv`s current expectations. MetaSolv assumes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statement. Using the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, MetaSolv cautions you that these statements may be affected by the important factors, among others, described in the documents and reports filed by MetaSolv from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company`s Annual Report on Form 10-K for 2002, as well as by other factors, including, but not limited to: the variance of quarterly operating results; the Company’s ability to successfully manage and integrate acquisitions; the Company’s reliance on sales of its software; the need to expand sales and distribution capabilities; the need to expand to new customer markets; the Company’s continued use of strategic relationships; its ability to manage growth; the Company’s international operations; its ability to meet customer expectations; the quality of the Company’s software delivered; competition; consolidation within the telecommunications industry; the Company’s ability to reduce its cost structure; and limitations on the ability of customers to obtain adequate financing.


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