Ultra-Orthodox in software outsourcing - Talpiot spearheads mini-social
revolution in Israel

India and China have long monopolized the outsourcing markets, particularly
in software development, leaving other competing countries in the dust.

Now however, for the first time, an unlikely source is offering an
alternative to these outsourcing giants: the ultra-Orthodox community in
Israel.

Talpiot www.talpiot-it.co.il is a new Israeli technology group composed of
hundreds of strictly religiously observant Jews who produce US-standard,
professional, top quality work at a fraction of the cost. As the offshore
division of Matrix, the leading information technology company in Israel,
Talpiot is providing a competitive economic alternative for American-based
businesses searching for cost-efficient, reliable services.

Located in Modi'in Illit, an ultra-Orthodox town in the center of Israel,
Talpiot's 250 employees work for some 30 clients from the United States and
Israel (and that number is growing steadily) including Motorola, Amdocs and
Hewlett-Packard.

The company provides a unique work environment that takes into account the
special needs of the religiously-observant community. Offices are set up
with the traditional population in mind and Orthodox Jews, particularly
women, have flocked to the company.

The arrangement is a win-win situation. Talpiot's clients enjoy
professional, top quality, yet cost-efficient service. At the same time,
members of the ultra-Orthodox community are able to significantly increase
their family income without compromising their ideals or lifestyle. Indeed
many of the women involved feel empowered by becoming profitable and
productive members of their communities.

"This is not only a great way for American companies to slash their
development costs," explained Joseph Rosenholtz, Talpiot's representative in
the U.S., "but it is also a serious opportunity for them to assist Israel in
a long term and meaningful way."

Talpiot's winning formula has proven effective. The company's clients
receive top of the line work from intelligent, highly-educated, Orthodox
workers. And the religious employees earn significant wages while
maintaining their traditional lifestyles.