HRPath Partners with Online 401(k) Provider

Decimal Offers HRPath Clients Web-based Retirement Benefits

ALAMEDA, Calif., (March 13, 2001) - HRPath, Inc., a leading provider of human resources (HR) services, has formed a strategic partnership to provide Decimal, Inc.'s The Online 401(k) program to its clients.

The Online 401(k) features complete online plan administration as well as dedicated customer relationship manager for both plan sponsors and participants. The process of implementing a new 401(k), from receiving and instant, customized quote to designing a plan through the Online Plan Design interface, is fast and easy. Once in place, The Online 401(k) acts as a complete 401(k) destination accessible online any time by both the plan sponsor and the plan participant. A single, low, all- inclusive annual fee is charged - there are no hidden fees, set-up fees, asset-based fees or commissions.

"Today's employees expect a company to provide retirement planning vehicles such as 401(k) plans," says Phil Chernin, HRPath co-founder and CEO. "HRPath clients can now provide this important benefit in an easy, convenient and cost-effective way through Decimal's online program. Adding 401(k) plans to our growing suite of HR services makes HRPath a true one-stop source for a busy HR manager."

"With its high quality and well-tested online HR system, HRPath is a perfect match for our online retirement services," says Isabelle Quesada, Decimal co-founder and vice president of marketing. "HRPath clients - who are already using the HRPath system to manage their human resources department as well as access training, legal and other HR services - can now use Decimal to offer those extra benefits that are so important in attracting and retaining qualified employees."

About HRPath, Inc.
HRPath, Inc. has emerged as the leader in online HR management systems. Fully Web-based, HRPath offers subscribers rich human resources content and practical, interactive tools, as well as 24/7 customer service. The HRPath system features integrated HR management modules, live access to HR experts and partnerships with national legal and employment specialists such as the Employment Law Alliance and Alliances Corporate Training. The company's scalable products and services are available directly to businesses or through third-party HR service providers, such as insurance, employee-benefits and financial services companies. To schedule a virtual tour, visit www.hrpath.com and click the "Demo" icon.

About Decimal, Inc.
Decimal is an online retirement company that offers a new breed of Web-based retirement plans that combine attentive customer support with cost effective Web delivery. Founded by a team of industry experts, Decimal’s first product is The Online 401(k); an all-inclusive, 401(k) solution designed for small businesses and related distribution channels to provide convenience, savings and service. Decimal also serves the one-person business retirement market with its web-based retirement plan called Single(k)™. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA and can be reached toll-free at 877-775-401k or through www.theonline401k.com.

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