Clean technology pioneer Protean Electric has awarded K3 Business Technology Group (K3) a contract to supply a fully integrated SYSPRO enterprise resource planning (ERP Software) solution to support the company's rapid growth and expansion plans. The groundbreaking green automotive propulsion manufacturer has begun implementing the system with a go-live scheduled for January 2010.
K3 has tailored the SYSPRO system to Protean Electric's specific requirements for fully automated finance, purchasing, production, engineering and distribution management. The company's investment in the system underpins its commitment to providing excellent customer service and boost its own efficiencies, eliminating waste and gaining full real-time visibility of its entire operation.
"We selected SYSPRObecause we believe that it will grow with us. From all the other products we reviewed, it offered the best fit for our business. It will take us through the changes we will experience as the company evolves when demand for our revolutionary Hi-Pa Drive electric system increases. We are looking to SYSPRO to provide us with all the information we need to effectively manage our business in real-time, giving us full visibility of every area of our operation, accurate management reporting and traceability," says Sylvie Nonhebel, Purchasing and Project Manager, Protean Electric.
"K3's implementation plan is excellent and the modular design of SYSPRO makes it a very cost-effective solution. As we demand more from the system, we can extend it. This will provide a future-proof investment for the company," she adds.
Protean Electric's revolutionary Hi-Pa Drive system is a powerful, light and clean power delivery system and development platform that meets a wide range of vehicle propulsion applications. The system is a disruptive in-wheel vehicle propulsion alternative for all sizes of vehicle, giving engineers, designers and integrators more power per pound, energy recovery, range, profits and design flexibility. This intelligent clean technology helps car manufactures to profitably build plug-in series hybrid electric vehicles with superior range, lower costs and more attractive designs.
About K3 Business Technology Group
K3 Business Technology Group employs 80 people at its Manchester head office and its branches throughout the UK and Ireland. The company offers solutions in enterprise resource planning (ERP), customer relationship management, advanced planning and scheduling, warehouse management, human resources and e-business. SYSPRO is used by some 14,000 sites across the world. K3 Business Technology Group is part of K3 Business Technology PLC which is a global leader in providing next-generation enterprise software for businesses in the retail, manufacturing and distribution sectors. With more than 3,000 customer installations in over 30 countries, K3 is recognised as a safe, innovative and reliable provider of world-class solutions, backed by world-class service.
For further information, please contact:
Editorial - Ellen Hoefste, Marketing Manager, K3 Business Technology Group on 0161 876 4498, or Gary Lillistone, Bridge PR on 024 76 520025, or e-mail garyl@bridgepr.co.uk.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
SYSPRO Wins ERP Contract With Aircraft Parts Manufacturer
Blair-HSM Selects SYSPRO Over Epicor Upgrade. Agility, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Superior Costing Capabilities All Factors
COSTA MESA, Calif. - November 10, 2009 - SYSPRO, a provider of visionary ERP Software for the manufacturing pragmatist, has today announced that the company has won a new ERP Software (Enterprise Resource Planning) contract from Blair-HSM, a Medford, NY-based manufacturer and supplier of hydraulic actuators, mechanical and landing gear assemblies as well as a variety of kits and parts for commercial and military aircraft. SYSPRO prevailed in a direct compete against Epicor via SYSPROreseller Edgeware Computers of Marietta, Ga.
According to Robert Lehmann, Blair-HSM vice president, the choice of SYSPRO was based on the company's need for superior supply chain management, tighter inventory controls and a more agile approach to market demands. "SYSPRO will enable us to be more responsive to ever changing business requirements," says Lehmann.
Derek Jenkins, Edgeware president, adds, "Blair-HSM had been utilizing Epicor, but the software's inability to accurately cost jobs was adversely affecting the business. SYSPRO superb costing capabilities were definitely a factor in Blair-HSM's selection."
SYSPRO software will be utilized by the two units comprising Blair-HSM, Blair Industries and HSM Machine Works. Blair Industries produces hydraulic actuators, mechanical assemblies, a wide variety of kits and complete landing gear assemblies. HSM produces structural landing gear components and airframe machined parts as well as hydraulic components.
SYSPRO more thoughtful approach to adopting new technology, such as web services and SOA platforms, also reflects the desires of its buyers who are driven by business needs and not by the latest headlines. This exemplifies SYSPRO ongoing strategy of helping to simplify the success of its customers. SYSPRO calls its buyer landscape "PragmaVisionTM," consisting of pragmatic, visionary ERP Software executives that are driven by a desire for smart, but aggressive market growth.
About Blair-HSM
Blair-HSM, comprised of Blair Industries and HSM Machine Works, offers total supply chain solutions for commercial, military aircraft and helicopters with capabilities ranging from nuts and bolts to complex landing gear assemblies.
For more information, call: (631) 924-6600 or go to: www.blair-hsm.com
About Edgeware Computers, Inc.
Edgeware, located in Marietta, Ga., advises on SYSPRO ERP Software for distribution and manufacturing companies worldwide. Edgeware utilizes the latest technological standards for delivering e-support and e-implementations. Edgeware's corporate office is located in a campus style office park in order to engage its customers in the learning process of implementing SYSPRO. The top companies in the world have used Edgeware to implement their SYSPRO ERP Software ERP Software and distribution sites. Edgeware boasts an extensive reference list and a successful client base ranging from small to large customers.
For more information, call: 770-952-4848 or go to: www.edgeware.net
About SYSPRO
Since its inception in 1978, SYSPRO has been delivering state-of-the-art business solutions to some of the world's leading companies. As a global leader in the production of world-class ERP Software, the company now caters to the specialized needs of 14,000 licensed companies in more than 60 countries worldwide. SYSPRO is marketed globally through regional territory distribution centers and a global reseller network in the US, Canada, Africa, Asia Pacific, Australia and the UK. SYSPRO is a fully integrated business software solution that provides complete control over the planning and management of all facets of business including accounting, manufacturing and distribution operations in a variety of industries.
For additional information on SYSPRO, call Stanley Goodrich at 714/437-1000 or go to www.sysprousa.com
All company names and products mentioned in this release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
COSTA MESA, Calif. - November 10, 2009 - SYSPRO, a provider of visionary ERP Software for the manufacturing pragmatist, has today announced that the company has won a new ERP Software (Enterprise Resource Planning) contract from Blair-HSM, a Medford, NY-based manufacturer and supplier of hydraulic actuators, mechanical and landing gear assemblies as well as a variety of kits and parts for commercial and military aircraft. SYSPRO prevailed in a direct compete against Epicor via SYSPROreseller Edgeware Computers of Marietta, Ga.
According to Robert Lehmann, Blair-HSM vice president, the choice of SYSPRO was based on the company's need for superior supply chain management, tighter inventory controls and a more agile approach to market demands. "SYSPRO will enable us to be more responsive to ever changing business requirements," says Lehmann.
Derek Jenkins, Edgeware president, adds, "Blair-HSM had been utilizing Epicor, but the software's inability to accurately cost jobs was adversely affecting the business. SYSPRO superb costing capabilities were definitely a factor in Blair-HSM's selection."
SYSPRO software will be utilized by the two units comprising Blair-HSM, Blair Industries and HSM Machine Works. Blair Industries produces hydraulic actuators, mechanical assemblies, a wide variety of kits and complete landing gear assemblies. HSM produces structural landing gear components and airframe machined parts as well as hydraulic components.
SYSPRO more thoughtful approach to adopting new technology, such as web services and SOA platforms, also reflects the desires of its buyers who are driven by business needs and not by the latest headlines. This exemplifies SYSPRO ongoing strategy of helping to simplify the success of its customers. SYSPRO calls its buyer landscape "PragmaVisionTM," consisting of pragmatic, visionary ERP Software executives that are driven by a desire for smart, but aggressive market growth.
About Blair-HSM
Blair-HSM, comprised of Blair Industries and HSM Machine Works, offers total supply chain solutions for commercial, military aircraft and helicopters with capabilities ranging from nuts and bolts to complex landing gear assemblies.
For more information, call: (631) 924-6600 or go to: www.blair-hsm.com
About Edgeware Computers, Inc.
Edgeware, located in Marietta, Ga., advises on SYSPRO ERP Software for distribution and manufacturing companies worldwide. Edgeware utilizes the latest technological standards for delivering e-support and e-implementations. Edgeware's corporate office is located in a campus style office park in order to engage its customers in the learning process of implementing SYSPRO. The top companies in the world have used Edgeware to implement their SYSPRO ERP Software ERP Software and distribution sites. Edgeware boasts an extensive reference list and a successful client base ranging from small to large customers.
For more information, call: 770-952-4848 or go to: www.edgeware.net
About SYSPRO
Since its inception in 1978, SYSPRO has been delivering state-of-the-art business solutions to some of the world's leading companies. As a global leader in the production of world-class ERP Software, the company now caters to the specialized needs of 14,000 licensed companies in more than 60 countries worldwide. SYSPRO is marketed globally through regional territory distribution centers and a global reseller network in the US, Canada, Africa, Asia Pacific, Australia and the UK. SYSPRO is a fully integrated business software solution that provides complete control over the planning and management of all facets of business including accounting, manufacturing and distribution operations in a variety of industries.
For additional information on SYSPRO, call Stanley Goodrich at 714/437-1000 or go to www.sysprousa.com
All company names and products mentioned in this release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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