Evolving Systems Puts DSA in the Spotlight at 3G Middle East Telco World Summit 2009


ENGLEWOOD, CO--(Marketwire - December 4, 2009) - Underlining the strength of its ongoing commitment to the Middle East region, Evolving Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVOL), a leading provider of software solutions and services to the wireless, wireline and cable markets, will be showcasing its pioneering Dynamic SIM Allocation™ solution (DSA) at this year's 3G Middle East Telco World Summit (Stand No 83, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 7-8 December 2009).

"We believe that our DSA solution has the potential to deliver far-reaching benefits to operators across the region," says Stuart Cochran, chief technology officer of Evolving Systems. "It allows operators to reduce costs by simplifying the SIM supply chain and optimizing network capacity. In addition, it enables them to build customer loyalty and drive up average revenue per user (ARPU) by supporting the provision of innovative new customer offerings like number personalization."

"Market momentum is building for DSA around the world," added Thad Dupper, president and CEO of Evolving Systems. "We now have customers in Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America and we are currently averaging more than 1/2 million allocations a month. Going forward, we see the Middle East with its dynamic and fast-growing mobile communications sector and its ever more sophisticated customer base as a key strategic growth market for us."

About Dynamic SIM Allocation

Dynamic SIM Allocation solution is a new way of activating phones, which removes the inefficiencies of pre-provisioning, avoids the costs associated with large numbers of inactive SIM cards, and enables wireless carriers to offer an enhanced end-user experience. Evolving Systems' Dynamic SIM Allocation solution can help:

--  Optimize use of core network capacity -- Provision only on first use
    of SIM cards
--  Improve SIM Card Supply Flexibility -- With improved geographic
    mobility of SIM cards
--  Improve MSISDN Utilization -- By provisioning numbers at first use of
    the SIM card
--  Increase revenue by enhancing user experience -- Offer choice and
    personalization on first use
    

About Evolving Systems®

Evolving Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: EVOL) is a provider of software and services to more than 70 network operators in over 40 countries worldwide. Its portfolio includes market-leading products for Service Activation, Service Verification, Dynamic SIM Allocation, Number Portability, Number Inventory and Mediation solutions. Founded in 1985, the Company has headquarters in Englewood, Colorado, with offices in the United Kingdom, Germany, India and Malaysia. Further information is available on the web at www.evolving.com.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT

This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the United States' Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, based on current expectations, estimates and projections that are subject to risk. Specifically, Evolving Systems' statements about the impact of the information described in this press release and the ability of Evolving Systems' solutions to handle future needs of its customers are forward-looking statements. Readers should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, and Evolving Systems may not undertake to update these forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially because of many factors, such as internal budgeting changes of customers, the impact of competition and the general state of the telecommunications industry. For a more extensive discussion of Evolving Systems' business, please refer to the Company's Form 10-K filed with the U.S. SEC on March 11, 2009, as well as subsequently filed Forms 10-Q, 8-K and press releases and the Company's website at www.evolving.com.

Contact Information: Investor Relations Jay Pfeiffer Pfeiffer High Investor Relations, Inc. 303.393.7044 Evolving Systems Sarah Hurp Marketing Manager +44 (0)1225 478060 Press Relations Hayley Cheshire Sharon Entwistle The Whiteoaks Consultancy +44 (0)1252 727313