REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 27,1992 -- Approach for Windows rose past Borland International's Paradox to achieve the number two position on the Ingram Micro Bestseller List for databases. Ingram Micro's August list, which will appear in next week's issue of Computer Reseller News, refers to bestsellers for May. May was the second full month Approach for Windows was on the market. Borland's dBASE IV topped the list. "From the very first time we saw Approach for Windows we knew we had a winner. We have been absolutely delighted with the sales rate. In our experience, to climb to the number 2 spot on our Bestseller List so rapidly is an incredible accomplishment," said Susan Salay, Senior Director of Marketing at Ingram Micro. "This confirms our belief that users want a relational database that doesn't require programming, yet which is also compatible with their last-generation products," said Kevin Harvey, President of Approach Software Corporation. "The market is moving rapidly towards sophisticated databases that even first-time users can benefit from right away. The real winners are our customers," he added. Approach for Windows Approach for Windows is the only Windows database that's easy to use, relational and 100% compatible with dBASE, Paradox and Oracle SQL. The product, which requires no programming, allows users to design reports, forms and mailing labels by simply using a mouse. Suggested retail price is $399. Approach Software Corporation Approach Software Corporation was founded in 1990 in Redwood City, California and is venture funded by Stanford University, Merrill, Pickard, Anderson and Eyre and Integral Capital Partners. Approach for Windows is the first in a family of information management tools for business professionals. Approach Software Corp, 311 Penobscot Dr, Redwood City, CA 94063 415.306 7890 Fax: 415 368 5182 +---------------------------------------------------------------+ | From the America Online - New Product Information Services | +===============================================================+ | This information was processed from data provided by the | | above mentioned company. For additional details, contact the | | company at the address or telephone number indicated above. | | All submissions for this service should be addressed to | | BAKER ENTERPRISES, 20 Ferro Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080 U.S.A. | +---------------------------------------------------------------+