[November 23, 2004] Githesh Ramamurthy, Chairman and CEO of CCC Information Services Inc., Recognized as Leader in Technology by KPMG LLP CHICAGO --(Business Wire)-- Nov. 23, 2004 -- Githesh Ramamurthy, Chairman and CEO of CCC Information Services Inc, a subsidiary of CCC Information Services Group Inc. (Nasdaq:CCCG), is a 2004 recipient of KPMG LLP's prestigious Illinois High Tech Award. Ramamurthy received recognition from the Big Four audit, tax and advisory firm Monday evening for helping to lead CCC's innovative application of technology. CCC is a leading supplier of information and technology software and services to the auto-claims and collision-repair industries. This year's Illinois High Tech Awards finalists were selected because of their outstanding demonstration of achievement along with measurable business results. Factors that were considered with respect to each nominee included: risk, innovation, growth, competition, profitability and employment. "It's an honor to be recognized by an organization of KPMG's caliber," said Ramamurthy. "Among all of the successes CCC has been able to achieve as we approach our 25th year of operation, I am most proud of the team we've assembled and the positive impact our products continue to have on our customers' business. Surrounding yourself with terrific people and helping your customers succeed is what it's all about." The Illinois High Tech Awards program is the only awards event in the state that exclusively recognizes and honors the achievements of the technology industry. The program was developed to celebrate the success of Illinois high technology executives who have persevered despite the risks to successfully bring to the marketplace innovative products. "It is very important that we take time to recognize those who are contributing to the health and vitality of our region," said Judy Freeman, partner in charge of KPMG's Information, Communications & Entertainment Practice in Chicago. "Githesh and CCC have much to be proud of in propelling technological advancements, and we congratulate them on their success. It is easy to see why they caught the eye of our judging panel. " About KPMG KPMG LLP is the audit, tax and advisory firm that has maintained a continuous commitment throughout its history to providing leadership, integrity and quality. The Big Four firm with the strongest growth record over the past decade, KPMG turns knowledge into value for the benefit of its clients, people, communities and the capital markets. Its professionals work together to provide clients access to global support, industry insights, and a multidisciplinary range of services. KPMG LLP (www.us.kpmg.com) is the U.S. member firm of KPMG International. KPMG International's member firms have nearly 100,000 professionals, including 6,800 partners, in 148 countries. About CCC CCC Information Services Inc., headquartered in Chicago, is a leading supplier of advanced software, communications systems, Internet and wireless-enabled technology solutions to the automotive-claims and collision-repair industries. Its technology-based products and services optimize efficiency throughout the entire claims management supply chain and facilitate communication amongst nearly 21,000 collision-repair facilities, 350 insurance companies, and a range of industry participants. For more information about CCC Information Services Inc., visit our web site at www.cccis.com or contact Michelle Hellyar of CCC at 312-229-2830 or John Harris of CCC at 312-229-2693. [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]