8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): March 9, 2006

Analysts International Corporation
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Minnesota	0-4090		41-0905408
(State or other jurisdiction of Incorporation)	(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification Number)
3601 West 76th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota		55435-3000
(Address for principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (952) 835-5900

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ITEM 8. 01 Other Events

On March 9, 2006, Analysts International Corporation issued a press release announcing the hiring of Michael Gange as its eastern region sales manager. The full text of the press release is set forth in Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto and is incorporated in this Current Report as if fully set forth herein.

The information in this Form 8-K (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

Cautionary Statement for the Purpose of Safe Harbor Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

The Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “potential,” “continue” or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements also include the assumptions underlying or relating to any of the foregoing statements. Such forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Statements made in this Press Release by the Company or its President and CEO, Jeffrey P. Baker, regarding: (i) the Company's intent to significantly enhance its presence in the eastern United States; and (ii) the growth opportunities presented to the Company by the East Coast area of the United States are forward looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove accurate. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed herein. In any forward-looking statement in which the Company or Mr. Baker expresses an expectation or belief as to future results, such expectation or belief is expressed in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that the statement or expectation or belief will result or be achieved or accomplished. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: (i) growth opportunities may not be made available to the Company; (ii) the Company may not have or choose not to deploy resources necessary to capitalize on any growth opportunities that materialize in the eastern United States; and (iii) other economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors affecting the Company's business generally, including those set forth in Analysts' filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the 2004 fiscal year, especially in the Management's Discussion and Analysis section, its most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K. All forward-looking statements included in this Press Release are based on information available to the Company on the date of the Press Release. The Company undertakes no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update forward-looking statements made in the Press Release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of the Press Release or to update reasons why actual results would differ from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(c) Exhibits.

Exhibit Number	Description
99.1	Press release issued on March 9, 2006 entitled “Analysts International Hires Michael Gange, Experienced Industry Veteran."

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date:	March 9, 2006	ANALYSTS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
		/s/ Colleen M. Davenport
		Colleen M. Davenport
		Secretary and General Counsel

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit Number	Description
99.1	Press release issued on March 9, 2006 entitled “Analysts International Hires Michael Gange, Experienced Industry Veteran."

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EX-99.1

EXHIBIT 99.1

Media Contacts:

Jeff Baker	Bill Bartkowski
President and CEO	Partner
Analysts International	MeritViewPartners
Phone: (952) 835-5900	Phone: (612) 605-8616
jpbaker@analysts.com	bartkowski@meritviewpartners.com

Analysts International Hires Michael Gange,

Experienced Industry Veteran

New Sales Manager for Eastern Region Will Strengthen East Coast Presence

MINNEAPOLIS, March 9, 2006 — Analysts International (NASDAQ: ANLY) today announced that Michael Gange has joined the Company as Sales Manager of the eastern region, reflecting the Company’s intent to significantly enhance its presence in the eastern United States.

Gange joins the Company after having spent the past 18 years at Computer Horizons Corporation (“CHC”) where he most recently held the position of Vice President of that company’s Northeast Region, responsible for establishing and implementing the region’s sales and marketing activities. Gange also played a key role in building CHC’s solution practice and creating a near-shore delivery capability. Prior to his Vice President role, he held a variety of business development, sales and account management positions at CHC. Gange is a 1988 graduate of Flagler College, St. Augustine, Florida, with a degree in Business Administration.

Jeff Baker, President and Chief Executive Officer of Analysts International, commented, “We are excited to bring Mike on board to help us deepen our geographical presence and build on our sales expertise. The East Coast continues to represent a significant growth opportunity for Analysts International and we look forward to realizing the benefits of Mike’s leadership and experience in this important part of the country.”

About Analysts International

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Analysts International is a diversified IT services company. In business since 1966, the company has sales and customer support offices in the United States and Canada. Lines of business include Full Service Staffing, which provides high demand resources for supporting a client's IT staffing needs; Business Solutions Services, which provides business solutions and network infrastructure services; and Outsourcing Services, which provides onshore and offshore strategic solutions. The company partners with best-in-class IT organizations, allowing access to a wide range of expertise, resources and expansive geographical reach. For more information, visit www.analysts.com.

Cautionary Statement for the Purpose of Safe Harbor Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

This Press Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “potential,” “continue” or similar expressions. Forward-looking statements also include the assumptions underlying or relating to any of the foregoing statements. Such forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Statements made in this Press Release by the Company or its President and CEO, Jeffrey P. Baker, regarding: (i) the Company's intent to significantly enhance its presence in the eastern United States; and (ii) the growth opportunities presented to the Company by the East Coast area of the United States are forward looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict, and are based upon assumptions as to future events that may not prove accurate. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed herein. In any forward-looking statement in which the Company or Mr. Baker expresses an expectation or belief as to future results, such expectation or belief is expressed in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that the statement or expectation or belief will result or be achieved or accomplished. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements: (i) growth opportunities may not be made available to the Company; (ii) the Company may not have or choose not to deploy resources necessary to capitalize on any growth opportunities that materialize in the eastern United States; and (iii) other economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors affecting the Company's business generally, including those set forth in Analysts' filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the 2004 fiscal year, especially in the Management's Discussion and Analysis section, its most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and its Current Reports on Form 8-K. All forward-looking statements included in this Press Release are based on information available to the Company on the date of the Press Release. The Company undertakes no obligation (and expressly disclaims any such obligation) to update forward-looking statements made in the Press Release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of the Press Release or to update reasons why actual results would differ from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements.

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