For Immediate Release

Caliper Announces the Release of Maptitude Version 4.8

NEWTON, MASSACHUSETTS - Caliper Corporation, a leader in GIS software, is pleased to announce the release of Maptitude 4.8. This version has enhancements for mapmaking and using imagery, and comes with updated US data.

Maptitude 4.8 has new tools that include the ability to download imagery from TerraServer-USA. TerraServer-USA contains 3.3 terabytes of high-resolution USGS aerial imagery and topographic maps that can be accessed by Maptitude users with a single click. The imagery is automatically added to the current map for any location in the USA. With 2005 Streets and 2006 ZIP Code point data, users can accurately and easily find any location and acquire the associated imagery. Recent color photos for major metropolitan areas of the United States are delivered via TerraServer-USA and are critical for business, planning and emergency response. This sub-meter (1/3 meter or about 1 foot) high-resolution imagery is available for most of the US urban population. Using the powerful editing capabilities of Maptitude, the imagery can be used for creating and updating geographic information, such as transportation networks, building footprints and land cover.

Maptitude 4.8 comes with new, attractive pre-styled maps for the world and the US. These maps make it easy to create presentation-quality visualizations. There is also a map template designed specifically for use with images and which streamlines the production of maps that include aerial photos.

Stewart Berry, Maptitude Product Manager, said: "We're committed to providing the most effective total mapping solution, so that our customers can use their geographic information without having to purchase add-ons or costly data. Maptitude Version 4.8 is unsurpassed as an integrated, easy-to-use GIS product, and reinforces Maptitude as the sensible mapping software choice for government, education, and business."

Additional Information:
Caliper's award-winning Maptitude GIS software is used in many sectors as an affordably-priced, easy-to-use, fully-fledged and data-rich mapping system. Maptitude provides the tools to tackle the critical geographical problems facing both private and public sector organizations, and is used in a wide range of application areas encompassing:
Sales and MarketingReal Estate, Insurance, Banking, Public Health, Community Development and Law Enforcement and Transportation.

Availability and Pricing:
Maptitude Version 4.8 is now shipping and is priced at $495 (upgrade pricing is available). Please visit http://www.caliper.com/maptpric.htm to place an order or call Caliper Sales at 617-527-4700.

About Caliper:
Caliper Corporation is a leading developer of packaged and custom GIS products, including Maptitude and TransCAD. Caliper GIS software is used by more than 50,000 users in over 50 countries.