Oregon Catholic Press (OCP) signs a software and services agreement for IBS Bookmaster, the leading integrated book publishing software suite
Press Release Aug 15, 2007
OCP, a major publisher of liturgical music and worship resources has signed an enterprise software and services agreement with IBS to install their world-leading software suite for publishers – IBS Bookmaster. The new system will include inventory management, advanced warehouse management, CRM, financials, rebates and commissions, subscription management, royalty management, e-Commerce and book production.
"IBS Bookmaster software for book publishers is comprehensive and easy to use. The configurability is unrivaled," comments Jim Ure, CIO, OCP. "We needed the ability to have an integrated end-to-end solution for our core product line of subscription products. The IBS Bookmaster suite of products handles everything a publisher requires: order entry, editorial production, inventory management, shipping, royalty management, and a fully integrated financial system. We have high expectations that the total solution will allow us to accomplish substantive process improvements while reducing costs and improving the service our customers receive."
IBS Bookmaster will become an essential part of OCP's operations. Jim Ure adds, "The integrated platform will allow us to manage our business and deliver data effectively for reporting, e-Commerce and product development."
"As advisors to OCP, we were impressed by the rigorous and impartial evaluation they performed to select the ERP solution that would best meet their requirements," states Edwin Fager, President, Kensai International, Ltd. "From our perspective, what impressed OCP most about IBS was the two-day fact-finding visit IBS consultants made prior to answering the RFP and their presentation of a comprehensive solution, which included specific software modifications and procedural changes that addressed OCP's unique requirements."
"IBS is thrilled to collaborate with a company so highly regarded by the publishing field," states Barry Christian, President, IBS North America. "OCP has been a leader in the Religious Publishing field for over 80 years, and we look forward to working with them during the coming years on the continued success and growth of OCP."
"It was also a pleasure to work with Kensai International Ltd.," continues Barry Christian. "They are a professional non-biased consulting organization that brings incredible experience to their clients in the publishing field. They outline a thoughtful approach and strategy to every software selection process."
About OCP
OCP, a not-for-profit publisher of liturgical music and worship resources based in Portland, Oregon, has been in operation for more than 80 years. OCP offers an impressive range of products and services – more than 650 – including music for worship, CDs, inspirational books, online tools, hymnals, and magazines. OCP has responded to the diverse and changing needs of churches and worshipers around the world. Worship programs produced by OCP are used in two-thirds of Catholic churches in the United States and are distributed worldwide in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean and Chinese.
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 40 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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