HERZLIA, Israel, June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Schema, Ltd, an industry leading global provider of network optimization software solutions for telecommunications operators, announced today the appointment of Mr. Menahem Tirosh as its Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. Tirosh succeeds Dr. Ben Dov who led Schema for nine years and established the company as a leading global provider of network optimization software for cellular operators. Mr. Menashe Ezra, Chairman of the Board of Schema, thanked Dr. Ben-Dov for his "vigorous leadership, financial expertise and tireless commitment that transformed a small start-up into a stable, profitable company with a broad client base and a competitive product offering." "Having established a great platform," Dr. Ben-Dov said, "I felt the time was right to transition leadership of the company for future growth."

Mr. Tirosh most recently served as the CEO of Outsmart, a leading company in the Fixed Mobile Convergence market. Mr. Tirosh also served as Vice President of Technology and Engineering at Partner Communications (Orange Israel) and prior to that served for many years directing strategic telecommunications activities in the military. Mr. Tirosh will use his experience and understanding of cellular and telecom operators to expand Schema's product offering and continue the company's growth.

For the past six weeks Mr. Tirosh has worked closely with Dr. Ben-Dov to assure a smooth transition. On assuming the position of CEO, Mr. Tirosh stated, "I want to thank Dr. Ben-Dov for the excellent work that he did with Schema in establishing a world class company. I am taking on the job of CEO with an appreciation of the magnitude of the position, and am confident that, building on my predecessor's achievements, I will lead the company to new heights."

About Schema

Schema is a global provider of industry-leading network optimization software solutions for telecom operators. Schema's innovative solutions increase network performance and efficiency, reduce costs and improve network visibility across voice and data networks. Schema's solutions are deployed and benchmarked by leading wireless operators worldwide.

http://www.schema.com

Media Contacts: Michael Schachter Director, Corporate Marketing +972-9-961-1514 michaels@schema.com

Media Contacts: Michael Schachter, Director, Corporate Marketing, +972-9-961-1514, michaels@schema.com