Acquisition

WPP Group PLC
02 March 2007


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                              2 March 2007

                             WPP GROUP PLC ("WPP")

       Neo@Ogilvy acquires 70 % of Global Strategies International in US

WPP announces that its wholly-owned unit Neo@Ogilvy, the global digital and
direct media network of the Ogilvy Group, has acquired 70% of the share capital
of Global Strategies International Inc. ("GSI"). GSI specialises in search
engine optimisation, brand reputation management and training for global
enterprise companies.

Founded in 2004 and based in Farmington, Connecticut, GSI employs 16 people. GSI
had unaudited revenues of US$2.17 million for the year ended 31 December, 2006,
with gross assets at the same date of US$0.84 million.

This investment continues WPP's strategy of developing its networks in fast
growing markets and sectors and strengthening its capabilities in digital media.

Contact:
Feona McEwan, WPP                  T: + 44 (0)20 7408 2204
www.wpp.com




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