Desert Document Services, Inc., and BCE Emergis Team for Flexible Docs

PHOENIX, AZ - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 - Desert Document Services^®, Inc., (DesertDocs^®), the leader in Web document solutions, has partnered with BCE Emergis to provide their eLending platform customers a fast, reliable and completely flexible document solution.

Maximizing efficiencies through a streamlined XML data interface, BCE Emergis customers using the eLending platform will be able to access compliant closing documents generated by the experienced Web applications BrokerDocs^® and DesertDocs^® Web. Within seconds, closing documents can be shared with closing and signing agents, borrowers and sellers.

"We are supplying SMART Pak^SM technology to BCE Emergis, which is a single data set file for all the information, formats and calculations for a closing document package," said Tim Underwood, CTO at Desert Document Services, Inc. "BCE Emergis is the first mortgage technology company we have worked with that can take advantage of our SMART Pak in the development of a complete mortgage platform."

"Working with a partner that excels in the development of a flexible and scalable Web platform enables DesertDocs to easily integrate our XML based document solutions into a mortgage loan processing solution that can improve quality controls and reduce time to close and fund loans," said Underwood. "The borrower, seller and lender win with this type of advanced technology."

"Teaming with DesertDocs to provide real Web document solutions within our eLending platform moves us closer to delivering the first end-to-end paperless mortgage solution in the industry," said Gunnar Bergstrom, president of the eLending Solutions unit of BCE Emergis.

The BCE Emergis eLending platform provides a comprehensive set of Web-based services that are designed for paperless loan fulfillment, closing and storage. Business partners are connected in real-time to perform, manage and track loan processing functions using the same electronic loan file. It enables users to remove paper from their mortgage processes, accelerate their loan production cycle, and implement innovative technologies at minimal cost.

DesertDocs knows the relationship with BCE Emergis exemplifies the commitment from both companies to deliver cost-effective mortgage solutions that can produce tangible results. "We have invested in our technology and infrastructure over the last three years to allow us to work with partners like BCE Emergis," said Ruth Thompson, CEO/President, Desert Document Services, Inc. "We are moving to a paperless world and we are proud to be working with leading players that are equally committed to help make that a reality in the very near future."

About Desert Document Services, Inc.
Desert Document Services (DesertDocs) has led the industry by providing pioneering technologies and best-of-breed solutions to securely deliver the right documents, at the right time for the right borrower. Since 1983, DesertDocs continues to maintain its reputation as the mortgage industry's experienced and trusted partner, providing nationwide, compliant document solutions. By eliminating errors, improving lender productivity, and ensuring quality through easy-to-use interface applications, DesertDocs is the best choice for document solutions. For more information call 800-726-9898 or visit the company's web site at www.desertdocs.com.

Contact Information
Jamie Glass
jglass@desertdocs.com
Media Contact for Desert Document Services^®, Inc.
(480) 966-9898 x 621