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Keynote Systems Earns "On Fire" Vendor Rating from Leading Independent Research Firm

SAN MATEO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 31, 2009-- Keynote® Systems (Nasdaq:KEYN), the global leader in on-demand mobile and Internet test & measurement solutions for continuously improving the online experience, today announced that it has been ranked in the highest category by Forrester research. Keynote was given the rating of “on fire” in the “heat factor” evaluation scale used in Forrester’s March 2009 report titled ‘Tech Horizons: Keynote Systems' Test And Measurement Services,’ part of a series for vendor strategy professionals.

Report Highlights

In evaluating what Forrester calls the technology “market heat factor” the report describes the company as: “Keynote Systems is a one-stop shop for a unique blend of testing and measurement services. As the Web channel evolves in terms of both content, such as the move toward social networks, and access devices — with the development of many types of mobile devices — all major businesses can benefit from the services and consulting capabilities that Keynote Systems offers.”

In the area “adoption heat factor,” Forrester writes, “Keynote Systems’ service offerings provide a clear improvement on many existing tools and processes. In the case of mobile applications, it may even be the only game in town: Its validation of content on more than 1,600 types of mobile devices is a remarkable feature and the type of innovation that should attract a number of clients now and in the near future.”

To read the entire report view: http://www.keynote.com/docs/Forrester_2009.pdf

“Businesses around the world rely on our extensive testing and monitoring capabilities to keep their online and mobile operations running in top shape,” said Umang Gupta, chairman and CEO of Keynote. “And we’re delighted to be given such a strong evaluation by Forrester of the value we bring to our customers,” continued Mr. Gupta.

About Keynote

Keynote Systems (Nasdaq “KEYN”) is the global leader in on-demand test & measurement solutions for continuously improving the online experience. For over a decade, Keynote has been providing measurement data and testing capabilities that allow companies to understand and improve their customers’ online and mobile experience. Keynote has four test and measurement businesses: Web performance, mobile quality, streaming & VoIP, and customer experience/UX.

Known as The Mobile and Internet Performance Authority™, Keynote has a market-leading infrastructure of 2,600 measurement computers and mobile devices in over 240 locations around the world. Keynote’s 2,800 customers represent top Internet and mobile companies including American Express, Dell, Disney, eBay, E*TRADE, Expedia, Microsoft, SonyEricsson, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, Vodafone and YouTube.

Keynote Systems, Inc. is headquartered in San Mateo, California and can be reached at www.keynote.com or by phone in the U.S. at 1-800-KEYNOTE.

Keynote, The Internet Performance Authority, Perspective and WebEffective are registered trademarks and The Mobile and Internet Performance Authority and True Experience are trademarks of Keynote Systems, Inc. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2009 Keynote Systems, Inc.

Source: Keynote Systems, Inc.

Keynote Systems, Inc.
Dan Berkowitz, 650-403-3305
dberkowitz@keynote.com