Acquisition

WPP Group PLC
10 September 2007


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                          10 September 2007


                             WPP GROUP PLC ("WPP")


 WPP Digital acquires Schematic, a leading interactive design, development and
                         technology company, in the US


WPP Digital announces that it has acquired the entire issued share capital of
Schematic, a leading interactive design, development and technology company in
the US.

Founded in 1999, Schematic's expertise extends to all digital platforms,
including the Web, interactive television, mobile devices and digital
environments, and it is an industry leader in identifying and utilising emerging
platforms.  The award-winning agency also has considerable experience with media
and entertainment companies,  as well as with retailers, telecommunications and
technology companies. Clients include Coca-Cola,  Comcast, CondeNast, Disney,
NBC Universal, Nokia, Panasonic, SanDisk, Target, Time Warner and Turner.
Schematic is based in Los Angeles, with offices in New York, Boston, Atlanta and
San Jose, Costa Rica, and employs 255 people.

Schematic's revenues for the year ended 31 March 2007 were US$29.6 million, with
gross assets at the same date of  US$8.0 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 [phone]
www.wpp.com




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