Northcore Technologies Inc. (TSX:NTI)(OTCBB:NTLNF), a global provider of asset management and social commerce solutions is pleased to provide a corporate update.

As previously announced, The Irish Government Health Service Executive (The HSE) employed the Northcore E-Buyer Tender Submission and Procurement Auction Software Service to achieve a dramatic 30 percent saving on a EUR30 million procurement tender process.

This groundbreaking achievement was the subject of a prominent information piece on the Irish National business news network RTE One. The segment can be viewed at the broadcaster's site through the following link www.rte.ie/player/ca/show/10092710/. The story begins at 12 minutes and 35 seconds.

The HSE team that worked with Northcore on the project subsequently received the Irish National Procurement Award for Innovation in Public Procurement. The team and other category winners can be viewed at www.procurementawards.ie/index.php. Northcore congratulates our colleagues at The HSE for their well deserved recognition.

Northcore has also completed development of a comprehensive Material Management software application that has wide application in many industries including the Oil & Gas and Healthcare sectors. This product will be detailed in a subsequent release.

Additionally, James Moskos has been appointed to the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer of Northcore Technologies.

Northcore develops solutions to support the evolving needs of industry and governments by providing comprehensive platforms for the management of capital equipment and the implementation of Social Commerce business models. These products are proven, effective and in use by some of the world's most successful corporations.

Companies interested in our software solutions should contact Northcore at 416-640-0400 or 1-888-287-7467, extension 395 or via email at Sales@northcore.com.

About Northcore Technologies Inc.

Northcore Technologies provides enterprise level software products and services that enable its customers to purchase, manage and dispose of capital equipment. Utilizing award-winning, multi-patented technology, Northcore's solutions support customer needs throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

Northcore's portfolio includes: Envision Online Media Inc., a specialist in the delivery of content management solutions. 50 percent ownership of GE Asset Manager, LLC, a joint business venture with GE; and substantial intellectual property, including issued and pending patents.

For more information, visit www.northcore.com.

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