ALPHARETTA, GA. — Nov. 19, 2013 — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS),

a leading provider of innovative information technology and hospitality software and services, today announced that Hotel Ella in Austin, Texas has selected the Agilysys InfoGenesis™ POS system to increase efficiency and enhance guest service at the 48- room luxury property. The hotel recently reopened following a multimillion dollar renovation.

"We selected the InfoGenesis POS system based on its features and functionality as

well as its track record in the hospitality industry," said Steven Shotsberger, general manager at Hotel Ella. "We especially appreciate the system's reporting features, its ease of use and the ability it gives us to quickly modify menus and pricing. Implementing InfoGenesis as a subscription-based solution also made sense for us — no server or infrastructure hardware concerns and easy configuration. The Agilysys team has been very customer-focused, and support is only a phone call away. We are confident the solution will streamline our dining and banquet operations and help us deliver an exceptional guest experience."

InfoGenesis POS is an award-winning point-of-sale solution that combines powerful

reporting and configuration capabilities in the back office with an intuitive and easy-to- use terminal application. The flexible system is easy to set up, and its scalable architecture enables customers to add workstations without having to build out expensive infrastructure. It also integrates easily with other applications, such as gift card and guest management solutions. The system's detailed and high-quality reporting capabilities give insight into sales data and guest purchasing trends. Other features include packages and prix fixe menus, signature capture and multi-language capability. InfoGenesis POS is available as an on-premise or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution.

"The InfoGenesis POS system is one of the most feature-rich and versatile point-of-sale

solutions on the market, and SaaS delivery is particularly well suited to Hotel Ella's business model," said Tony Ross, vice president of sales for Agilysys. "The solution combines a wide range of capabilities with exceptional functionality, which will enable the property to simplify food and beverage operations, increase efficiency and capitalize on revenue opportunities. It also will help them deliver the five-star guest experience for which they are known."

Hotel Ella, located minutes away from downtown Austin, combines old-fashioned charm

with modern comforts. Inhabiting the Goodall Wooten mansion, one of the city's original landmark estates, the property offers a world-class experience with 48 luxury guestrooms, a cabana-lined lap pool, a wrap-around veranda overlooking an expansive front lawn and exceptional dining. Beautifully designed indoor and outdoor spaces and stately meeting rooms provide an ideal backdrop for events, weddings and corporate gatherings. Hotel Ella is listed in the National register of Historic Places and is part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ collection.

About Agilysys

Agilysys is well known for its long heritage of hospitality-focused technology innovation. The Company delivers modular and integrated software solutions and expertise to businesses seeking to maximize Return on Experience (ROE) through hospitality encounters that are both personal and profitable. Over time, customers achieve High Return Hospitality by consistently delighting guests, retaining staff and growing margins. Customers around the world include: branded and independent hotels; multi-amenity resort properties; casinos; property, hotel and resort management companies; cruise lines; corporate dining providers; higher education campus dining providers; food service management companies; hospitals; lifestyle communities; senior living facilities; stadiums; and theme parks. The Agilysys Hospitality Cloud™ combines core operational systems for property management (PMS), point of sale (POS) and inventory and procurement (I&P) with Experience Enhancers™ that meaningfully improve interactions for guests and for employees across dimensions such as digital access, mobile convenience, self-service control, personal choice, payment options, service coverage and real-time insights to improve decisions. Core solutions and Experience Enhancers are selectively combined in Hospitality Solution Studios™ tailored to specific hospitality settings and business needs. Agilysys operates across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific, and India with headquarters located in Alpharetta, GA. For more information visit Agilysys.com 

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