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COLUMBIA, SC., September 29, 1998 - SCT Utility Systems, a division of Systems & Computer Technology Corp. (SCT) (Nasdaq:SCTC), announced today that, working with IBM, it has successfully brought on line its Banner Customer Management System for PG&E Energy Services in only four months -- 2 weeks ahead of schedule and significantly faster than any other installation of its kind in the energy industry.

The Banner System, which serves as a central repository for customer information, calculates invoices and tracks customer payments, was implemented through an agreement with IBM to develop a scaleable electronic platform designed to Enhance PG&E Energy Services' customer service capabilities nationwide. IBM's Business Process Management provides PG&E Energy Services with end-to-end services for customer acquisition and customer care, leveraging the capabilities of the Banner System.

"The accelerated implementation of the Banner system is an unparalleled achievement in the utilities industry, made possible by the coordinated efforts and expertise of PG&E Energy Services, IBM and SCT Utility Systems," said SCT Utility Systems president Bill Mahoney. "SCT has taken more systems to production this year than in any other year of our history in the utilities market."

SCT Utility Systems is a recognized leader in providing advanced application software designed to meet the global needs of public and private utilities. Its leading-edge products support comprehensive customer management, fuels management, and supply chain management processes for utilities moving aggressively into the age of deregulation.

SCT, headquartered in Malvern, Pa., is a leading provider of client/server, mission-critical, enterprise software and a series of information technology services for utilities, government, higher education, and manufacturing and distribution. The company provides long-term information and technology solutions. SCT has more than 3,400 employees and serves approximately 2,500 clients worldwide. For more information, visit the SCT Web site at www.sctcorp.com.

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