Micro Focus Set for Flagship Customer Event, Micro Focus Universe 2021, Delivering High Tech, Low Drama to 40,000 Customers Worldwide

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Micro Focus (LSE: MCRO; NYSE: MFGP) announced its annual event, Micro Focus Universe 2021, set to enhance customer engagement in the digital economy. Keynote speaker James Barclay of Jaguar Racing will discuss their partnership aimed at improving digital transformation and resilience. The event will showcase over 1,000 product releases in 24 months as part of their High Tech, Low Drama initiative, emphasizing the company's commitment to customer-centric innovation. Attendance is free, with registration available online.

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• Introduction of Micro Focus Universe 2021 as a key customer engagement event.
• Partnership with Jaguar Racing to enhance digital transformation efforts.
• Over 1,000 product releases in the past 24 months, showcasing innovation and commitment.
• Event expected to boost customer attendance and engagement.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Micro Focus (LSE: MCRO; NYSE: MFGP) today reinforced its ongoing commitment to help customers win in the digital economy, announcing the annual flagship customer event, Micro Focus Universe 2021. Attendees will learn more about Micro Focus' vision and critical product investments, as well as gain a deeper understanding of the company's customer commitment from Micro Focus executives, and partners Jaguar Racing, PwC and DXC.

Micro Focus is pleased to announce that James Barclay, Team Director of Jaguar Racing will be a keynote speaker at the event, where he will discuss how the two organizations will work together to accelerate delivery, simplify transformation, strengthen resilience and analyze in time to act – all of which are key elements of winning both in the boardroom and on the track.  Micro Focus recently announced a technical partnership with Jaguar Racing, which combines two trusted, proven brands to help Team Jaguar achieve more points, podiums and wins in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. 

"Attendance at Micro Focus Universe has been steadily increasing over the past few years – with a considerable spike last year as we evolved the traditionally in-person event to virtual – and we expect the addition of Jaguar Racing to the agenda to provide another significant boost in 2021," said Eric Varness, Chief Marketing Officer at Micro Focus. "Our customers love to hear from their peers about the innovative ways our technology can be used, and our new position as Jaguar Racing's official digital transformation, business resiliency and analytics partner will certainly provide some exciting new success stories."

A key theme at this year's event will be how Micro Focus can help its customers win in the digital economy by delivering on the promise of High Tech, Low Drama.  With more than 1,000 product releases in the last 24 months and one of the world's largest patent portfolios, Micro Focus is already in a strong position to deliver high tech.  Low drama emphasizes the company's commitment to bringing together the product breadth, technology and expertise necessary to help customers run and transform at the same time without surprises. 

"IT executives are experiencing new and augmented challenges as the market reaches a new equilibrium, and what's perhaps more important than ever is to help them adapt with confidence.  Micro Focus combines pragmatism, discipline and customer-centric innovation to deliver trusted, proven solutions that customers need in order to succeed in today's rapidly evolving marketplace," concluded Varness.

Attendance at Micro Focus Universe is free.  A registration link is here. 

About Micro Focus Universe 2021

Micro Focus Universe is the company's flagship customer event. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about Micro Focus' broad software portfolio, which addresses winning in a digital economy.

The virtual Micro Focus Universe will kick-off with a keynote from Jaguar Racing's Team Director. Other key presentations include sessions with product experts, thought leaders and partners such PWC, Deloitte and DXC. 

About Micro Focus
Micro Focus delivers enterprise software to empower 40,000 customers worldwide to run, transform, and adapt. With a comprehensive portfolio, underpinned by a robust analytics ecosystem, Micro Focus delivers pragmatic, customer-centric solutions to bridge the gap between existing and emerging technologies and enable organizations to achieve Smart Digital Transformation. That's High Tech, Low Drama. 

Join Micro Focus on LinkedIn and follow @MicroFocus Twitter. 

Contact
Harper Schmidt
PAN Communications
microfocus@pancomm.com

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FAQ

What is the significance of Micro Focus Universe 2021 for MCRO and MFGP?

Micro Focus Universe 2021 is significant as it showcases the company's commitment to customer engagement and highlights over 1,000 product releases, reinforcing its market position.

Who will be the keynote speaker at Micro Focus Universe 2021?

The keynote speaker will be James Barclay, Team Director of Jaguar Racing, discussing their collaboration with Micro Focus.

How can customers attend Micro Focus Universe 2021?

Customers can attend Micro Focus Universe 2021 for free by registering through the event's website.

What themes will be explored at Micro Focus Universe 2021?

The key themes will include High Tech, Low Drama and strategies for winning in the digital economy using Micro Focus products.

What is the focus of the partnership between Micro Focus and Jaguar Racing?

The partnership focuses on accelerating delivery, simplifying transformation, and strengthening resilience in a competitive environment.