Epicor Selected as Finalist for the Red Herring Small Cap 100
Epicor Selected for Its Smart Business Model and Delivery of Innovative Technology

IRVINE, CA, November 16, 2005 -- Epicor Software Corporation (Nasdaq: EPIC), a leading provider of integrated enterprise software solutions for the midmarket, today announced that it has been selected as a finalist for the inaugural Red Herring Small Cap 100. The editors of Red Herring magazine evaluated over 2,500 technology companies from North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific for the award.

"Small cap technology companies are what most tech startups become after they go public," said Joel Dreyfuss, editor-in-chief of Red Herring magazine. "Red Herring's first list of small cap companies allows us to track the evolution of these companies. We find that small cap tech companies continue to be innovative even as they fulfill the demands of a competitive public market."

The Red Herring Small Cap 100 finalists were selected for their innovative technology and smart business models that can take them to the next level of the competition. "Epicor has enjoyed tremendous growth and strong financial results, outpacing direct competitors and the industry," said George Klaus, chairman and CEO of Epicor. "We are honored to be acknowledged for our strong performance and technology innovation by being named a finalist for the Red Herring Small Cap 100."

The full list of Red Herring Small Cap 100 finalists can be viewed at http://herringevents.com. The Small Cap 100 winners will be announced at Red Herring Fall 2005 Conference, December 13-15 in San Francisco. The Red Herring Fall 2005 Conference is an invitation-only gathering for CEO's, select senior executives, and the investment and media communities. To request an invitation, contact Michael Felber at (650) 428-2900 or mfelber@redherring.com.

About Red Herring Events

Red Herring events have long delivered clear and intelligent insight into the critical trends shaping the future of technology. We bring together industry leaders, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and our own business intelligence team to share ideas and present our research-based discoveries. Participants explore the strategic shifts and disruptive impact that new technologies will have in key US and international markets. Along the way, they will get a glimpse of the future. Additional information is available at http://www.redherring.com/events.

About Epicor Software Corporation

For 20 years, Epicor has been a recognized leader dedicated to providing integrated enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management (CRM) and supply chain management (SCM) software solutions to midmarket companies around the world. With the acquisition of Scala, Epicor is a global leader in the midmarket serving over 20,000 customers in over 140 countries. Epicor leverages innovative technologies like Web services in developing end-to-end, industry-specific solutions for manufacturing, distribution, enterprise service automation, and hospitality that enable companies to immediately drive efficiency throughout business operations and build competitive advantage. With the scalability and flexibility to support long-term growth, Epicor's solutions are complemented by a full range of services, providing a single point of accountability to promote rapid return on investment and low total cost of ownership. Epicor's worldwide headquarters are located in Irvine, California with offices and affiliates around the world. For more information, visit www.epicor.com.

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