ADVENT SOFTWARE DECLARES DIVIDEND

SAN FRANCISCO - September 17, 2014 - Advent Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADVS), a leading provider of software and services to the global investment management industry, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a regular quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share. The cash dividend payment will be made on October 15, 2014 to shareholders of record of Advent's common stock at the close of business on September 30, 2014.

ABOUT ADVENT

Over the last 30 years of industry change, our core mission to help our clients focus on their unique strategies and deliver exceptional investor service has never wavered. With unparalleled precision and ahead-of-the-curve solutions, we've helped over 4,300 firms in over 50 countries -- from established global institutions to small start-up practices -- to grow their business and thrive. Advent technology helps firms minimize risk, work together seamlessly, and discover new opportunities in a constantly evolving world. Together with our clients, we are shaping the future of investment management. For more information on Advent products visit http://www.advent.com.

CONTACTS

Investor Relations Contact:
Justin Ritchie
Advent Software, Inc.
(415) 645-1683