SAN JOSE, Calif., May 26, 2009 — Callidus Software Inc. (NASDAQ: CALD), the leader in Sales Performance Management (SPM), today announced that it held its sixth semi-annual Customer Advisory Board (CAB) meeting at its headquarters in San Jose on May 6, 2009. Customer executives met with Callidus’ executives and senior management to learn the latest developments in SPM and preview the most recent products. CAB members had the opportunity to offer direct input on new and current products and services.
Customers from a wide range of industries attended the meeting. Representatives from companies including Brocade, TELUS and Principal Financial Group shared best practices and ideas for products and services.
“I joined Callidus’ Customer Advisory Board for a two year term,” says Lori Haughian, director of commissions & incentive management at Canadian telecommunications firm TELUS. “The CAB provides a forum for Callidus Software’s executives to listen to their customers’ feedback while their customers connect to exchange best practices and tips on how to get the most from their products. This is clearly a win-win for all parties.”
Callidus executives and senior management lead several breakout sessions focused on creating more valuable solutions and enhancing current applications. Attendees were able to rate products and services based on their importance.
“The spring Customer Advisory Board meeting was extremely successful and served as a valuable feedback forum for Callidus,” said Steve Apfelberg, senior vice president of marketing and business development at Callidus Software. “We were pleased with the customers’ excitement about our upcoming products. They understand the additional value the new solutions will bring to their businesses. The input from the CAB is critically important to our strategic planning across all areas of the company.”
Customer interaction and feedback is integral to the growth and success of Callidus Software. Interactive sessions with customers provide essential insight into their current and future needs.
About Callidus Software®
Callidus Software (www.callidussoftware.com, NASDAQ: CALD) is the market and technology leader in Sales Performance Management (SPM). Performance-based compensation is one of the largest investments for all companies. Callidus’ customers gain a competitive advantage by maximizing the return on this strategic asset. Our award-winning Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications set the standard for pervasive performance management across the enterprise. Over 1.9 million employees and channel partners have their performance managed by Callidus Software.