ChoicePoint®, Bridger SystemsSM Partner to Offer Unmatched USA PATRIOT Act Compliance Tool Bozeman, MT—October 1, 2003—Bridger Systems, Inc., a leader in the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) and USA PATRIOT Act compliance software, has partnered with ChoicePoint (NYSE: CPS), a leading provider of identification and credential verification services to provide clients with premier identification verification services to ensure compliance with new anti-terrorism laws. Effective October 6, 2003 Bridger customers will have the option of purchasing authentication services from ChoicePoint, the leading provider of identification data to all federal law enforcement agencies as well as 7,500 state and local agencies across the country. Customers will be able to purchase ChoicePoint services directly through Bridger’s Support Center via phone, email or the web site. "Bridger is very pleased to offer its customers access to this unparalleled data source,” said Greg Kessler, Bridger Tracker Release Manager. “ChoicePoint’s accurate, rich identification data will help our customers feel secure that they are doing all they can to comply with the USA PATRIOT Act. Bridger is excited about partnering with a company with ChoicePoint’s commitment to making the U.S. a safer place.” Section 326 of the USA PATRIOT Act requires that fiduciary institutions collect identification information from their customers, verify the identification information, screen the customers’ names against government-designated data lists, and maintain records of the identification information collected and verifications and checks performed as part of a Customer Information Program. With the addition of ChoicePoint’s identification verification service, Bridger Tracker now offers customers access to ChoicePoint's database of more than 19 billion public records and other identity verification data. "ChoicePoint and Bridger offer reliable information and solutions to every organization that has to deal with USA PATRIOT Act compliance,” said Marco Piovesan, ChoicePoint vice president. “This partnership is designed specifically to help decision-makers who have been inundated with the challenges and requirements of complying with the new federal regulations.” About ChoicePoint ChoicePoint (NYSE: CPS), based in Alpharetta, Ga., is the leading provider of identification and credential verification services for making smarter decisions in a world challenged by increased risks. Serving the needs of business, government, non-profit organizations and individuals, ChoicePoint works to create a safer and more secure society through the responsible use of information while ensuring the protection of personal privacy. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.choicepoint.com. About Bridger Systems, Inc. Bridger Systems, based in Bozeman, Montana, is a software research and development company formed in 1991 whose specialty is combining advanced technology with vision and innovation to produce high-quality, cost-effective solutions. Bridger works with top fiduciary companies, insurance companies, and retailers both in the U.S. and internationally. Bridger Tracker software is the leading OFAC and USA PATRIOT Act compliance solution available on the market. Currently, more than 80% of U.S. banks have their data checked by Bridger Tracker software. Bridger Systems also produces ZIPFind® and ZIPFind® Locator software for the web, and the popular AgDirect internet web site. ChoicePoint is a registered trademark of ChoicePoint Asset Company. Bridger Systems is a registered servicemark of Bridger Systems, Inc.