The chief financial officer of Allocate Software (LON:ALL) Chris Gale intends to step down later this year, the company said.<br /><br />Gale plans to pursue other business interests and will remain at Allocate during his notice period to assist with the transition.<br /><br />Chairman Terry Osborne thanked him for his "considerable contribution" to Allocate's growth and success over the last four years. <br /><br />"During his tenure as CFO the company has made significant changes which greatly strengthened its business model and much improved its business systems and IT infrastructure. <br /><br />"Allocate's excellent financial health owes much to Chris and we all wish him well for the future."