Dallas, Texas, July 27, 2005 - Audiotel Corporation, a leading provider of software for financial institutions, has been honored for the second consecutive year as the recipient of the coveted Five Star Award, the highest award for associate members presented by the Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT). and the Community Bankers Association of Oklahoma (CBAO). This prestigious award is an effort to honor the "best and brightest" in the banking industry . Each year, members of IBAT and CBAO select the outstanding service provider. The motto for selecting this year's winner was SHINE: 

Voting members were asked to select the company that adheres to these qualities and routinely provides not just excellent service, but also innovative solutions that help their banks grow faster, enhance profits and gain efficiency. "AudioTel has deemed itself worthy of the Five Star Award through their relationship with IBAT member banks," said Christopher L. Williston, President and CEO of IBAT. The Award will be presented to Scott Doores, President and CEO of the Addison based firm, during the IBAT Education Foundation Gala at the Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas. When asked about the award, Scott said the vote of confidence was an inspiration to everyone at AudioTel and he praised IBAT for its dedication in promoting the interests of community banks.

About AudioTel
AudioTel Corporation specializes in software for financial institutions, offering a wide range of products and services to address the challenges facing the financial services market. AudioTel offers integrated solutions for item processing, imaging, microfilm replacement, remittance, and document management, as well as the optimum in Internet banking, Telephone banking, and Web site design and hosting. AudioTel is based in Addison, Texas, just 20 miles north of downtown Dallas. Founded in 1993, AudioTel's customer base has grown to over 1,000 financial institutions across the country. You can find more information about AudioTel by visiting their website at www.audiotel.com.