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As a current supplier to AT&T, the former BellSouth or their previous joint ventures, Cingular Wireless and YELLOWPAGES.COM, what should I do to prepare for doing business with the combined company?

Our supplier management systems and processes will not change immediately following the merger close. However, the combined company will be looking for opportunities to consolidate requirements and standardize systems and processes. You will be notified in advance of any changes that will impact current suppliers to either former company. Please continue working under your existing contracts and with your pre-merger contacts until you receive further guidance from AT&T.

Please check our web site at www.attsuppliers.com for frequent updates and information.

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What is the new company's brand?

AT&T is the combined company’s brand. BellSouth will immediately begin transitioning to the AT&T brand while Cingular will not begin the transition until early 2007. Suppliers who need access to AT&T logo and branding information will be provided with a Web site address in order to access that information in the near future.

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How will I know whether there have been any organizational changes in the combined company that will impact suppliers?

You will be notified by your procurement contact if there is an organizational change that impacts suppliers.

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How will our Supplier Quality program be managed in the combined company?

You should continue with your current Supplier Quality program and processes. Your procurement contact will inform you, as required, of any changes.

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If I do business with both AT&T and the former BellSouth (or their previous joint ventures, Cingular Wireless and YELLOWPAGES.COM), whose agreement is effective/prevails?

Each agreement remains in effect and available consistent with the terms in the respective agreement. Future decisions regarding existing agreements may be forthcoming. You will be notified appropriately of changes affecting any agreement(s) you may have.

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How do I know who is authorized to place orders on an active contract?

In some cases, the terms in the contract may designate the appropriate parties who are eligible to place orders. In selected instances, we will be asking suppliers to allow ordering from parties not stipulated in the contract. In those cases, we will contact the suppliers on an individual basis.

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What do I do if I have a question regarding my active contract that is not answered in this Web site?

If your particular concern is not addressed in this listing, e-mail us using the “Contact Us” button on the www.attsuppliers.com site. Please include the name of the company you have a contract with plus the contract number. Check this Web site regularly as we will update it and add to the Frequently Asked Questions.

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How can I look for new opportunities with the combined company?

If you are an existing supplier to AT&T or the former BellSouth (or their previous joint ventures, Cingular Wireless and YELLOWPAGES.COM) or if you are a prospective supplier to the combined company, please register or update your current supplier profile on our supplier Web site at www.attsuppliers.com. This is the first step that is necessary in order to position your company for consideration for prospective opportunities. Registering or updating your profile is NOT an approval for doing business with the combined company.

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Who will negotiate and sign new agreements on behalf of the combined company?

The Strategic Sourcing managers for the combined company will ensure that appropriate policies are followed to meet legal requirements.

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Do I continue to deliver products to the same address?

Suppliers should continue their current delivery process unless notified otherwise.

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Do I continue to send invoices to the same address or electronic mailbox?

Yes. We will not be making immediate changes to the invoice/payment process following the merger close. Please follow the information on your current purchase orders to ensure that your invoices continue to go to the correct location.

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Will purchase orders be issued with the combined company name in the future?

Purchase orders will be updated with the AT&T name in the coming months as changes are made to purchasing systems. Our operating company names in the Southeast will also change as the necessary approvals are received from state and local agencies. Please check back for updates.

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Whom do I call if I have a question about a purchase order or invoice that is not addressed in this Web site?

Questions regarding purchase orders from the former BellSouth should be directed to the contact on the purchase order or to the supply manager responsible for your contract.

Questions regarding AT&T purchase orders should be directed to the AT&T Supply Chain Service Center (SCSC) at (800) 366-0418.

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Will purchase orders be issued with the combined company name in the future?

Purchase orders will be updated with the new AT&T brand and logo in the coming months as changes are made to purchasing systems. Our operating company names will also change as the necessary approvals are received from state and local agencies.

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Whom do I call if I have a question about a purchase order that is not addressed in this Web site?

For current suppliers to the former SBC companies, the Supply Chain Service Center (SCSC) will continue to be available as a single point of contact. Please call (800)-366-0418 for assistance or direction to the appropriate organization for resolution.

For current suppliers to the former AT&T companies, please contact the AT&T Inquiry Help Desk at (407) 858-8500

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Will the combined company have a supplier diversity program?

Yes, AT&T and the former BellSouth both have a strong commitment and proud record of supplier diversity leadership. These two supplier diversity programs will be coming together as a result of the merger.

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Who will be the supplier diversity contacts for the combined company?

Please go to www.attsupplierdiversity.com for information on our integrated supplier diversity programs.

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How do I register as a diversity supplier for potential contract opportunities with the combined company?

The prospective supplier portal will be the method for potential suppliers to register their company profile. This Web site is currently at www.attsuppliers.com.

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What will be the new supplier diversity procurement targets for the combined company?

The supplier diversity corporate goal for the new AT&T companies will be 21.5%, broken down as follows:

• 15% Minority Business Enterprise
• 5% Women Business Enterprise
• 1.5% Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise

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I am an incumbent prime supplier currently reporting supplier diversity inclusion in the work I do. Which form do I use now, and where do I send my supplier diversity participation report?

For 2006 reporting, please continue to submit your reports via the current process. In 2007 we will be rolling out a new reporting form and process for the new AT&T. You will be notified of changes at that time.

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Which supplier diversity outreach events will the combined AT&T participate in? Where can I talk to someone in person about the combined AT&T supplier diversity programs?

Please review the listings on the Supplier Diversity Calendar at www.attsupplierdiversity.com. There you will find information and updates on the events, conferences and trade shows in which we will be participating.