CDG, a premier national consulting firm specializing in the implementation and maintenance of high-end human resources information systems (HRIS), announced today it has joined the Oracle Partner Program (OPP).

As an OPP member, CDG will have access to Oracle's many online resources regarding technology enablement, education, support services and marketing and sales assistance. In addition, CDG can access Partner MetaLink, Oracle's special Web-based interface that provides technical support resources such as installation assistance, software patches, a searchable knowledge base and online technical forums.

"At CDG, our mission is to provide our clients with the most progressive technical support for a wide variety of HR, benefits and payroll technology," said founder and president Cynthia Driskill. "Our partnership with Oracle will allow us to provide our clients with enhanced options, along with expert support – expanding the suite of services offered by CDG."

The human resources modules within the Oracle E-Business Suite provide solutions that help companies lower their administrative costs, improve and leverage the skills of the workforce, offer compensation to compete for scarce resources and empower managers with useful information. To maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of all Oracle implementations, CDG will employ consultants with focused expertise and experience working with the Oracle E-Business Suite.

About the Oracle Partner Program
The Oracle Partner Program is a global business network of more than 12,000 companies who deliver innovative e-business solutions based on Oracle software. Through access to Oracle's premier products, education, technical services, marketing and sales support, the Oracle Partner Program provides partners with the resources they need to be successful in today's Internet economy. Oracle partners are able to offer customers leading-edge solutions backed by Oracle's position as the world's leading supplier of e-business solutions. Additional information is available at http://partner.oracle.com.

About CDG
CDG is a national human resources information systems consulting firm headquartered in Dallas. CDG provides its clients with the industry's latest human resources information systems and methodologies to support payroll, personnel and benefits operations. Software supported by CDG includes CSS HRizon, eLabor.com, Genesys, Lawson, Oracle, PeopleSoft, ProAct Technologies, SAP, SmartStream and UltiPro. CDG has expertise across all major industries, including finance, health care, manufacturing, public sector and retail. Founded in 1987, CDG serves large- to mid-size organizations throughout the United States including The Art Institute of Chicago, The Associates, J.P. Morgan Chase & Company, Neiman Marcus and Wyndham Hotels. CDG is nationally recognized and has received many awards, including the Ernst & Young 2000 Entrepreneur of the Year for the Southwest region by owner Cynthia Driskill in the service area. For more information, visit www.cdg-inc.com.