Infor ERP A+ Designated Solution of Choice for System i-Based Janitorial and Sanitation Distributors
Atlanta, GA, July 12, 2007 --(PR.com)-- Infor today announced that it has joined the IBM System i Vertical Industry Program (VIP), an initiative designed to advance the use of technology among small and medium sized companies using System i-based solutions in select industries. IBM selected Infor for its business-specific distribution solution, Infor ERP A+, which includes built-in functionality for the Janitorial and Sanitation (Jan/San) industry that allows distributors to streamline business processes throughout their operations. Infor is already a member of IBM’s VIP through Infor HCM Infinium and Infor ERP Xpert, its business-specific solutions for hospitality and gaming, and automotive, respectively.
"Infor is one of the largest developers of software solutions for the System i platform” said Mike Frichol, vice president of industry and product marketing for Infor. “Because IBM’s Vertical Industry Program recognizes that organizations need solutions that go beyond generic capabilities to address the unique challenges they face in their industries, it is perfectly aligned with Infor’s strategy to provide business-specific solutions to the industries we serve.”
The IBM VIP focuses on building a strong community of solution providers, resellers, and integrators focused on solving very specific customer needs through co-marketing activity, sales support and stronger connections among partners. Customers will benefit from solutions optimized to integrate with the System i platform for faster, easier implementation.
“IBM’s VIP provides focused marketing, sales, and support resources for selected vertical market industries and we are pleased to highlight Infor as a key ERP solution for Jan/San distributors,” says Peter Small, director worldwide IBM System i business partner and ISV sales. "We expect the VIP initiative plus the new System i Express line to introduce IBM and its partners, like Infor, to new small business clients. System i Express offers small and mid-sized companies a complete IT platform, able to grow at a pace with business needs, at a competitive price."
Infor ERP A+, a feature-rich solution built on the System i platform and integrated with Microsoft Office, is an ideal solution for a wide range of distribution segments. Its broad base of functionality and automation of core business processes provide a foundation that improves business performance and profitability, while maintaining service levels and increased customer value. A+ manages core processes, from order entry and management, to sales analysis and accounts receivable, to inventory control and purchasing.
“More than 9,000 distributors worldwide depend on Infor solutions that give them the tools necessary to gain a competitive advantage in the market,” said Andrew McGlasson, Infor’s director of industry and product marketing for Distribution Solutions. “As a VIP member, Infor will provide preconfigured solution templates, which when combined with our expertise in the distribution industry, will allow Jan/San distributors to benefit from faster implementations and a lower total cost of ownership.”
This announcement highlights Infor’s importance as a leading developer of System i solutions and follows the launch of the Infor System i Center of Excellence, an Infor initiative to deliver innovative software applications that extend the value and capabilities of the IBM System i platform. An example of Infor’s innovation in this area is the Infor System i Development Framework, which is bringing rich, configurable user interfaces and web-services capabilities to Infor’s customer base.
Infor was one of the first vendors to participate in IBM’s Vertical Industry Program, with its System i-based solutions Infinium and Xpert. Infinium, an end-to-end human capital management offering, is designed to streamline core HR processes. Today, the solution is deployed at more than 90 percent of the casinos on the Las Vegas strip. Xpert, a powerful ERP manufacturing solution with true repetitive manufacturing, Kanban, customer and supplier management capabilities for automotive suppliers, is widely deployed in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other countries. Designed for automobile suppliers with multi-site management requirements and third party sales, the solution enables companies to efficiently manage their operational processes and logistics.
About Infor
Infor delivers business-specific software to enterprising organizations. With experience built in, Infor’s solutions enable businesses of all sizes to be more enterprising and adapt to the rapid changes of a global marketplace. With more than 70,000 customers, Infor is changing what businesses expect from an enterprise software provider. For additional information, visit www.infor.com.
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"Infor is one of the largest developers of software solutions for the System i platform” said Mike Frichol, vice president of industry and product marketing for Infor. “Because IBM’s Vertical Industry Program recognizes that organizations need solutions that go beyond generic capabilities to address the unique challenges they face in their industries, it is perfectly aligned with Infor’s strategy to provide business-specific solutions to the industries we serve.”
The IBM VIP focuses on building a strong community of solution providers, resellers, and integrators focused on solving very specific customer needs through co-marketing activity, sales support and stronger connections among partners. Customers will benefit from solutions optimized to integrate with the System i platform for faster, easier implementation.
“IBM’s VIP provides focused marketing, sales, and support resources for selected vertical market industries and we are pleased to highlight Infor as a key ERP solution for Jan/San distributors,” says Peter Small, director worldwide IBM System i business partner and ISV sales. "We expect the VIP initiative plus the new System i Express line to introduce IBM and its partners, like Infor, to new small business clients. System i Express offers small and mid-sized companies a complete IT platform, able to grow at a pace with business needs, at a competitive price."
Infor ERP A+, a feature-rich solution built on the System i platform and integrated with Microsoft Office, is an ideal solution for a wide range of distribution segments. Its broad base of functionality and automation of core business processes provide a foundation that improves business performance and profitability, while maintaining service levels and increased customer value. A+ manages core processes, from order entry and management, to sales analysis and accounts receivable, to inventory control and purchasing.
“More than 9,000 distributors worldwide depend on Infor solutions that give them the tools necessary to gain a competitive advantage in the market,” said Andrew McGlasson, Infor’s director of industry and product marketing for Distribution Solutions. “As a VIP member, Infor will provide preconfigured solution templates, which when combined with our expertise in the distribution industry, will allow Jan/San distributors to benefit from faster implementations and a lower total cost of ownership.”
This announcement highlights Infor’s importance as a leading developer of System i solutions and follows the launch of the Infor System i Center of Excellence, an Infor initiative to deliver innovative software applications that extend the value and capabilities of the IBM System i platform. An example of Infor’s innovation in this area is the Infor System i Development Framework, which is bringing rich, configurable user interfaces and web-services capabilities to Infor’s customer base.
Infor was one of the first vendors to participate in IBM’s Vertical Industry Program, with its System i-based solutions Infinium and Xpert. Infinium, an end-to-end human capital management offering, is designed to streamline core HR processes. Today, the solution is deployed at more than 90 percent of the casinos on the Las Vegas strip. Xpert, a powerful ERP manufacturing solution with true repetitive manufacturing, Kanban, customer and supplier management capabilities for automotive suppliers, is widely deployed in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and other countries. Designed for automobile suppliers with multi-site management requirements and third party sales, the solution enables companies to efficiently manage their operational processes and logistics.
About Infor
Infor delivers business-specific software to enterprising organizations. With experience built in, Infor’s solutions enable businesses of all sizes to be more enterprising and adapt to the rapid changes of a global marketplace. With more than 70,000 customers, Infor is changing what businesses expect from an enterprise software provider. For additional information, visit www.infor.com.
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