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Data analysis experts in high demand among SAS customers

CARY, NC (March 12, 2008) � The SAS Student Network is partnering with icrunchdata http://www.icrunchdata.com/, a fast growing technology and data job site, to link the demand for analytical talent and SAS skills with the supply. Graduates with analytical skills, especially at the entry level, are increasingly needed as companies invest in technology to analyze growing stores of data to make better business decisions.

Currently, icrunchdata serves more than 200 employers from industries including banking, insurance, healthcare, retail and telecommunications, all searching for SAS talent. More than 60,000 active job seekers use icrunchdata to find opportunities.

The site offers job postings, publication and training discounts, and articles on how students, faculty, schools and companies are using SAS to succeed in business and research.

"icrunchdata is proud to partner with SAS to host the SAS Job Network," said icrunchdata Managing Partner and Co-founder Todd Nevins. "This partnership expands our reach into the SAS market to provide our clients the most efficient and comprehensive online recruiting tool to find SAS talent."

The SAS Student Network supports students and graduates with SAS skills in sharing knowledge and locating opportunities inside and outside of SAS. It is part of the SAS Academic Program , which helps colleges and universities worldwide increase the number of SAS experts by incorporating SAS into teaching, learning and research.