IBS announces eXpress offering for medium and small size industrial distributors
Press Release Jan 27, 1999
Built-for-business technology with expedient implementation process sets the stage for e-business in the new millennium
International Business Systems (IBS), the worldwide leader of wholesale distribution software for the IBM iSeries (AS/400), announced today the release of IBS eXpress, a fully-functional integrated suite of applications preloaded on the IBM iSeries (AS/400)e--the top selling business computing server in the world, supporting both native DB2 and a fully- integrated PC server. Moreover, eXpress will herald a streamlined implementation process with Lotus e-mail and web server software. By leveraging its IBM partnership and simplifying the delivery process with advanced e-business functions, IBS will curtain new corners of the Industrial OEM and MRO Supplies market by providing affordable technology and consulting services.
"Today's expansion offers a more competitive marketplace for ERP software vendors to reside," said Barry Christian, president and co-founder of IBS US."This offering is not a stripped down version of our software but the deployment of a fully-functional software and hardware application with an accelerated implementation," commented Christian. Because of IBS' commitment to customer centric distributors and manufacturers, smaller to midsize companies can now transition the demand chain effectively while at the same time strengthening their position all at an affordable cost.
"This offering includes the newly released Internet Connection Manager, forecasting and replenishment, and multi-currency/language capabilities together with other IBS advanced features. In conjunction with web ready GUI, eXpress will enable satellite offices to run the complete IBS application suite of software via the web" said Randall Ferre, vice president of marketing at IBS US."We are also utilizing our strategic partners (JETFORM and IBM's LOTUS Domino) to simplify critical out-put forms and e-mail for advanced communication and e-Commerce," stated Ferre. IBS' eXpress package raises the bar for e-business allowing growth internationally and moreover full expansion opportunities with warehouse management, radio frequency, post sales service support, production and light Assembly modules, all fully compatible with the eXpress offering. IBS eXpress has been announced for general availability and can be ordered by contacting local IBS representatives in the Folsom, California or Columbia, Maryland offices. IBM financing (OAC) and services are available.
About International Business Systems
IBS is a leading provider of business software and consulting services for Wholesale Distributors and Manufacturers worldwide. Customers rely on IBS' suite of software applications to automate demand-driven, supply-chain processes and gain a competitive advantage through improved operational efficiencies. IBS is an IBM Global Strategic Alliance Partner. Corporate revenues exceed $300 Million, and a network of almost 2,000 employees that span over 44 countries. IBS headquarters in the Americas is located in Folsom, California.
For further information, please contact:
Dan J. Wells
Vice-President of Marketing, IBS Americas
Tel: 1 (800) 886-3900
dan.wells@ibsus.com
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