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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- For the eighth consecutive year, Software Magazine ranked ANSYS (NASDAQ: ANSS) as one of the world's largest software companies in its index of software and services suppliers. This year's Software 500 index positioned ANSYS at 105th place in recognition of 2013 software and services GAAP revenue of $861.26 million.

"The annual inclusion of ANSYS on the Software 500 is continued proof of the power of Simulation Driven Product Development^™," said Jim Cashman, ANSYS president and CEO. "Companies from around the world are using our multiphysics solutions to create innovative products while reducing development costs and speeding time to market. ANSYS solutions drive a real return on our customers' investment, which is why they continue to turn to our software."

The Software 500 is a revenue-based ranking of the world's largest software and services suppliers, targeting medium to large enterprises, their IT professionals, software developers and business managers involved in software and services purchasing. A quick reference of vendor viability, it serves to help organizations research and create their short list of business partners. The report will be published in the Oct. 8 issue of Software Magazine.

In its 40+-year history, ANSYS has earned a number of financial awards and recognitions. For a complete list, visit http://www.ansys.com/About+ANSYS/Awards.

About ANSYS, Inc.

ANSYS brings clarity and insight to customers' most complex design challenges through fast, accurate and reliable engineering simulation. Our technology enables organizations ― no matter their industry ― to predict with confidence that their products will thrive in the real world. Customers trust our software to help ensure product integrity and drive business success through innovation. Founded in 1970, ANSYS employs nearly 2700 professionals, many of them expert in engineering fields such as finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, electronics and electromagnetics, embedded software, system simulation and design optimization. Headquartered south of Pittsburgh, U.S.A., ANSYS has more than 75 strategic sales locations throughout the world with a network of channel partners in 40+ countries. Visit www.ansys.com for more information.

ANSYS also has a strong presence on the major social channels.  To join the simulation conversation, please visit: www.ansys.com/Social@ANSYS 

ANSYS and any and all ANSYS, Inc. brand, product, service and feature names, logos and slogans are registered trademarks or trademarks of ANSYS, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries. All other brand, product, service and feature names or trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Tom Smithyman
724.514.3076
tom.smithyman@ansys.com

Investors
Annette Arribas, CTP
724.514.1782
annette.arribas@ansys.com

SOURCE ANSYS, Inc.