For Immediate Release
September 4, 2002

Online application automates ready-to-ship process, provides purchase order and shipment status visibility

Downers Grove, IL - NTE, Inc. today announced that it has implemented its NTE ViewTM solution for Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT). The retailer has more than 1,400 Target, Marshall Field's and Mervyn's retail stores that will benefit from the Web-based transportation application.

NTE View is a new enterprise-wide solution that enables supply chain partners to submit ready-to-ship information electronically, allowing for more timely, informed business decisions to maximize supply chain efficiencies and performance.

"NTE is helping us better manage our logistics function, streamline interactions with our vendors, and produce significant savings," said Steve Carter, director of domestic transportation operations for Target. "But the greater value comes in the form of enhanced visibility and control of our supply chain."

"Target is clearly demonstrating that companies can dramatically improve their supply chain operations with an internet-based, technology-driven transportation solution," said Jim Davidson, NTE's president and chief executive officer. "The opportunity to use information strategically to make improved transportation decisions, coupled with the ability to slash costs, is a powerful combination to gain a competitive edge."

About NTE, Inc.

As the pioneer in online logistics, NTE (www.nte.com) offers technology-enabled solutions that improve supply chain efficiency in transportation management. Thousands of companies across America rely on NTE for transportation event management, visibility, planning and execution. Through NTE, they improve their decision-making capabilities, reduce costs, increase revenue opportunities and improve customer satisfaction. Its customers include Toshiba International Corp., Honeywell, Weyerhaeuser, Dal-Tile, Verizon, Schneider National and Covenant Transport.