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Bayern Software’s STEEL PLUS 2008 is a completely new version of Bayern’s original STEEL PLUS. This new version has cleaner screens, new functions and many new, specialized features. In addition to handling almost all types of metal service centers and distributors, STEEL PLUS 2008 was also designed to handle the specific needs of coil processors and toll processors. Enmark Systems’ Eniteo system is tailored specifically for metal service centers, giving users all the advantages of the popular Windows interface. Point-and-click functionality and service-center-specific features make Eniteo a powerful and user-friendly system for improved inventory control, order processing, sales force automation and accounting, among other functions. Steel Manager III from 4GL Solutions is a complete package for steel service and processing centers. It offers inventory management, fully parameterized product definition, advanced production scheduling, visual remnant tracking, order entry, purchasing, reordering tools and a fully integrated accounting system. The Metal Center Management System from Compusource Corp. is a fully integrated metal distribution and accounting management system designed to meet the specific demands of metals service centers. MCMS runs in the Unix or Windows operating environments and gives users the ability to perform multiple functions simultaneously. Features include: lot inventory control for all types of material, online quantity calculations and unit-of-measure conversions, sales history, price schedule and inventory position during quote/order entry, remnant/}drop control, barcode integration and e-business functions, among others. Metalware and MetalNet from Paragon Consulting Services are real-time, fully integrated software solutions for metals service centers. Both are designed with the flexibility to handle every business aspect of both small and large companies, including sales quoting/order entry, credit checking, contract management, sales analysis, material processing, production control, inventory management, toll processing and accounting functions. Metalware runs on the latest IBM iSeries servers and AS/400 systems. MetalNet, designed for companies that want to outsource their IT requirements, is an Applications Service Provider accessed by users via the Internet. SigmaNEST Version from SigmaTEK Systems is the Windows Vista-compatible upgrade of the automated nesting and NC programming CAD/CAM software. The system is designed to support a wide range of cutting equipment, including laser, oxyfuel, plasma, waterjet, punch/plasma and punch/laser combination machines. AXIOM, from Axis Computer Systems, Inc., helps producers, manufacturers and service centers successfully compete in today’s global markets by providing the tools and technology to streamline operations, improve productivity, reduce costs, decrease lead times, improve customer service, improve profitability and support growth without adding resources. AXIOM integrates the entire business around a single, highly accessible base of information. It is a comprehensive solution encompassing all key aspects of the business, from sales to scheduling, production, quality and financial management. Verticent’s ERP system provides broad and deep functionality for metals service centers. Key features include: sales and distribution management, production management, financial management, integrated sales force automation, customer relationship management, sales/demand management, material requirements planning, cut optimization, EDI, barcoding, sales order and quote management and powerful reporting tools, among other features. STRATIX from Invera is designed specifically for metal service centers and toll processors. STRATIX Release 8.0 is the culmination of over one year of development and includes more than 150 new features and enhancements that run across all major applications. |
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