Jonas Construction Software Launches Redesigned Website Designed to Streamline Site Navigation and Highlight New Cloud-Based Solution

Toronto, Canada (PRWEB) January 05, 2012

Jonas Construction Software, a leading provider of software solutions for construction and service companies across North America, has launched a re-designed and revamped website to better suit the needs of its current and future clients. Increased traffic associated with the company's recently-introduced 'Client Gateway Support Portal' was a key driver of the new layout, which will allow users to navigate easily through the wide range of Jonas solutions. The redesigned construction software site features a high-tech look-and-feel, quick access to the Support Portal and a variety of tools for gathering product information.

?We?re excited to see what kind of feedback we get with the new design," said Jonas Marketing Manager, Kevin Sharma. "Our primary goal was to make it as easy as possible for each visitor to find what they're looking for, whether that visitor is a prospect looking for a specific module or a client looking for support. But we also made the site more modern by replacing our old burgundy color scheme with orange and gray to give our brand a fresh look. We plan to update all our marketing materials to reflect this new color palette."

Another driver of the Website redesign was the expanding roster of Jonas products and services; specifically, the introduction of an innovative solution that operates completely in the cloud. In development for the past year, cloud-based Jonas Premier is a new construction ERP software system that?s infinitely scalable, accessible from anywhere and comes with no hardware costs. ?Jonas strives to stay on the leading edge of product development and this latest solution is truly revolutionary,? said Steve Ecclestone, Vice President of Development for Jonas Premier. ?We used our in-house experience and feedback from thousands of Jonas software users to build this game-changing construction ERP software system.?

To see the redesigned Jonas Website and learn more about the new Jonas Premier construction ERP software system, visit http://www.jonas-construction.com.

About Jonas Construction Software

Founded in 1990, Jonas is a leading provider of integrated construction software solutions to the North American Construction and Service Contractor markets. Our solutions are used by over 1200 specialty and general contractors to improve efficiency and drive revenue. Jonas has over 40 fully integrated modules to help contractors reach their business goals.

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SYSPRO ERP Software Streamlines Processes at Ontario Drive & Gear

Burnaby, British Columbia (PRWEB) January 10, 2012

SYSPRO, a global, independent provider of Enterprise Resource Planning software, announces today the successful use of its business solutions in improving processes at Ontario Drive & Gear Limited (ODG), a manufacturer of all-terrain vehicles, based in New Hamburg, Ontario. ODG chose the SYSPRO ERP application for its stability, flexibility and affordability. In SYSPRO, ODG found the scalability the rapidly growing company needed and the ease of use that its non-IT staff required.

In the early 1990s, ODG was using four different systems to manage its inventory, accounting, sales and MRP planning. With the SYSPRO ERP software, ODG was able to streamline into an integrated management system that cuts costs and maximizes resources. The SYSPRO system monitors the quality, accuracy, lead times and costs of purchases for ODG, while providing comprehensive supplier performance analysis - saving the manufacturer countless hours. For example, the Goods Received Notes (GRNs) in SYSPRO?s Purchase Orders module has virtually eliminated issues with unmatched invoices, simplifying the process to such an extent that ODG was able to grow by 500% without having to hire any additional A/P personnel. With roughly 4,000 items in its inventory, SYSPRO has also allowed ODG to save hundred of hours on its year-end inventory counts and enjoy a vast improvement in its inventory accuracy.

?SYSPRO allowed us to do what we do best ? manufacturing all-terrain vehicles, cutting gears and assembling transmissions. We do not have to worry about the performance of the system ? the administration tasks are minimal and we have never had the need for an IT person to manage the system,? says Michael Eckardt, VP Finance, Ontario Drive & Gear. ?The flexibility in the system was provided by the countless options that allowed us to tailor it to our specific needs as opposed to having to adapt our processes to the system. When this was not possible and we had to adapt to the program, we found that SYSPRO improved our thinking, our processes, and our assumptions.?

The flexibility of the SYSPRO ERP solution has also been effective at scaling to accommodate the growing business? new product development. Every two years, ODG introduces a new ARGO model with a wide range of customizable options and unique designs. Each customer order can result in a unique set of part numbers, bill of material and routings. SYSPRO?s planning bills, phantom parts and sub-contract operations makes assembling products to customer specifications straight-forward.

?It?s been working really well,? shares Eckardt. ?Our lead time has been reduced by as much as 90 percent?and without paperwork. There were times in the past when a special order might have taken six weeks, now it takes three days. That makes our customers happy.?

About Ontario Drive and Gear

Founded in 1962, Ontario Drive & Gear Limited operates from a 105,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in New Hamburg, Ontario. To satisfy the growing demand for its products and innovative developments, ODG has aligned its business strength in two divisions: the Vehicles Division and the Gear Division. ODG has established the ARGO as a world leader in amphibious vehicles and its industrial division has built a solid reputation for the design and manufacture of quality gears and transmissions, as well as the distribution of KTR Power Transmission Couplings. For more information please visit http://www.odg.com.

About SYSPRO????

SYSPRO, formed in 1978, has earned the trust of more than 14,500 companies globally for its suite of visionary software that enhances the competitive thrust of small/mid-sized manufacturers and distributors. The company's adherence to developing technology based on the needs of customers is among the reasons why SYSPRO enjoys one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry.

For more information about SYSPRO and its proven track record of increasing operational efficiency in all facets of accounting, manufacturing and distribution, visit http://www.syspro.com

All company names and products mentioned in this release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Managed Service Provider Affant Communication Introduces AffantWatch2 Network Monitoring Software

Costa Mesa, CA (PRWEB) December 29, 2011

Affant Communication, a leading managed service provider and IT outsourcing company announces the release of their new AffantWatch2 network monitoring system. The managed services outsourcing company offers a host of IT outsourcing, infrastructure, network and security solutions for Fortune 500 Companies around the globe.

Few companies can build an effective in-house network and fewer still have the network security resources to constantly monitor them as well as anticipate and eliminate problems before they escalate. With the introduction of AffantWatch2 software, the companies can have peace-of-mind that their outsourced security monitoring functionality is of the highest caliber.

Co-developed with a trusted third-party company, AffantWatch2 has been built to Affant Communication exacting standards and specifications. In order to improve and fine-tune the solution?s capabilities, Affant developers kept the new release in the beta testing stage for more than a year. According to Affant CEO Gregory Keyes, other monitoring solutions lack what it takes to assure their customers? ultimate network security:

?Most monitoring systems are designed by software manufacturers trying to anticipate the needs of the product in the market. We have tested many of them over the last 15 years and find the manufacturer's real-world experience with full problem identification, resolution and non-recurring assurance is weak at best.?

In contrast, AffantWatch2 is designed to gather data in real time every minute, 24/7/365. The software features sophisticated monitoring, information-gathering and alert technology among its extensive list of integrated features. ?AW2 now integrates a remote-monitoring tool that can be deployed on the Affant Advanced Management Platform (AMP2) for reduced bandwidth demands and increased diagnostic capacity in network-affected environments,? explained Keyes.

A proven expert support staff is behind the software every minute of every day. Through proactive monitoring of important data, the Affant engineering staff is trained to detect and fix problems that can lead to potentially disastrous network issues. Once again, these attributes stand in comparison to the approach taken by many competitors. ?It's a matter of experience and focus,? said Keyes. Their experience is with building complex monitoring solutions with a bevy of features and IT departments buy those products and attempt to make them work in the real-world that each IT department experiences. Feedback is given based on improving on features of the platform, not on the overall design of the platform.?

With VOIP site-to-site testing capability and Windows Server monitoring among a host of other features, AffantWatch2 provides clients with unprecedented client-network status monitoring. AW2 also brings advanced network monitoring functions going well beyond Ping and SNMP,? said Keyes. We are able to gather traffic statistics with Netflow and/or Packet-Capture functions running on local equipment and/or AMP platforms.?

For more information on Affant Communication and managed services, please visit http://www.affant.com/

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The Open Sky Group Appoints Four Key Personnel in Support of Growth and Expansion of Supply Chain Software Consulting Services

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) January 11, 2012

The Open Sky Group (Open Sky ? http://www.theopenskygroup.com), an independent consulting company specializing in services for Supply Chain Software Systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of four Directors to its Executive Management team; Brian Lindenmeyer for Engineering Consulting, Seth Patin for Technical & Support Services, Darcy Reeves Powell for Marketing, and Jason Yantiss for Implementation. These appointments are in support of Open Sky?s expansion of services and in response to its tremendous growth. The company has averaged year over year growth of at least 20% since its inception in 2006.

Each Director is responsible for a practice, including management of the members of each team. The newest practice, Engineering Consulting, will initially be focused on extending client strategy in the areas of Software Evaluation and Vendor Selection, Organization and Operational Readiness, Workforce Management and general Industrial Engineering services. ?We see a great need for labor and engineering expertise in our existing engagements and are excited about what we can bring to clients,? notes Curt Sardeson, Managing Principal for Open Sky. ?We are now uniquely positioned to provide complete support of the entire suite of products and consulting services necessary for highly effective supply chain execution systems. By combining industrial engineering services with our technical and functional expertise, Open Sky is increasing its capabilities for unleashing efficiencies in our clients? supply chains.?

Open Sky?s existing practices are Implementation & Integration and Technical & Support Services. Implementation Services, a more recent addition, is responsible for all supply chain software implementation and integration projects, from Warehouse, Labor and Transportation Management to integration of Material Handling Equipment and ERP Systems. The Technical and Support Services practice, a founding focus of the firm, is dedicated to support and maintenance involving RedPrairie? software products.

Brian, Seth, Darcy and Jason, along with Curt Sardeson, Managing Principal, will guide Open Sky as it continues on its trajectory of growth and expansion, while remaining committed to the founding principle that happy clients and happy employees make happy shareholders. ?We choose our people carefully to ensure a great cultural fit along with a commitment to teamwork and building the best possible customer relationships,? says Curt. ?I?m excited about what we will do with these four energetic, knowledgeable and highly respected individuals on our team.?

ABOUT THE OPEN SKY GROUP, LLC

The Open Sky Group (http://www.theopenskygroup.com) specializes in consulting services for warehouse, transportation and labor management systems. With three practices of highly experienced consultants, we strive every day to be the best consulting partner on the planet for implementing Supply Chain solutions. Open Sky Practices include Engineering Consulting, Implementation & Integration, and Technical & Support Services. Contact Darcy Reeves Powell for more information - 919.346.0601.

ABOUT THE OPEN SKY GROUP DIRECTORS

Open Sky?s four new Directors have deep supply chain experience:

Brian Lindenmeyer oversees Engineering Consulting and is responsible for building this new practice for Open Sky. He has over 16 years of experience in supply chain and manufacturing operations, strategy and process improvement and has worked as both a client and consultant. Brian has successfully created Operational Excellence practices at two other supply chain consulting firms and his initiatives and projects have documented over $ 35M in savings. Brian?s previous project work includes supply chain strategy development, network design/optimization, operations improvement, ERP and SCM software justification and vendor selection, as well as the implementation of these execution systems, in industries including: Automotive, CPG, Discrete & Process Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Healthcare and Retail.

Seth Patin oversees all Technical and Support Services projects for Open Sky. With over 11 years of supply chain experience, he has designed, developed and implemented numerous cost-effective solutions for over 20 companies drawing on his expertise in expertise in logistics, DLx/D WMS and big picture approach. Seth has held many roles on system implementations and enhancements, process improvements and complex integrations, including those for ERP, Automation and Parcel Manifesting Systems for clients in the industries of 3PL/4PL/LLP, Apparel, Automotive, Books/Learning Materials, Cold Storage, Consumer Goods, Cosmetics, Food Distribution, High-Tech & Electronics, Media and Tools & Hardware.

Darcy Reeves Powell oversees marketing and communications for Open Sky. With over 12 years of supply chain experience, she has worked in multiple roles driving and implementing both strategic and tactical initiatives for marketing programs. The marketing programs have included media relations, client and partner communications, industry events, collateral development, website redesign and maintenance, and more for several leading supply chain consulting companies whose clients have ranged from Food & Beverage, 3PL and Retail to Consumer Goods, Grocery and Electronics.

Jason Yantiss oversees all implementation and integration projects for Open Sky. With over 13 years of experience implementing supply chain execution systems and his operational roles in transportation, billing and warehousing, Jason?s project work includes over 40 supply chain software implementations. His integration experience includes SAP, WebMethods, Delfour, Oracle, Gentran, MARC, RedPrairie? and RFID systems. Jason has worked in and/or managed numerous roles, including: picking, dock management, customer service, development, inventory control, resource planning & scheduling, transportation, billing and business analysis and his industry experience spans 3PL/4PL/LLP, Apparel, Automotive, Books/Learning Materials, Building Materials, Cold Storage, Consumer Goods, Cosmetics, Food Distribution, High-Tech & Electronics, Media, Pharmaceutical and Tools & Hardware.

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Van der Graaf Selects BuyDesign? Product Configurator and Guided Selling Software from TDCI

Columbus, OH (PRWEB) January 12, 2012

TDCI Inc. (TDCI), the leading provider of configurator-based software, announced today that Van der Graaf, a Toronto-based manufacturer of specialized power transmission equipment, has selected TDCI?s BuyDesign Product Configurator and Guided Selling software to streamline and standardize the company?s sales quoting and ordering processes.????

BuyDesign is a comprehensive configure-price-quote (CPQ) solution developed to streamline the sales process for customized products. BuyDesign helps companies that manufacture products with a wide range of features, options, and dimensions increase sales by becoming ?easy to do business with? while at the same time reducing order processing time, cost, and errors.

?We selected BuyDesign as our new generation sales quoting system because we anticipate it will provide us with sophisticated and standardized configuration, pricing, and proposal generation capabilities while being highly intuitive and easy to use for sales people,? said Wan Lin, Customer Service Manager. ?Furthermore, we expect BuyDesign will enable us to provide our customers with accurate and complete quotes in less time, and with less need to draw on engineering resources.?

Another reason Van der Graaf chose BuyDesign is that once it is fully implemented, the ease with which configuration models can be developed and maintained. ?The rules for how our drum motors can be configured are quite complex,? said Pedro Marques, Van der Graaf IT/Systems Administrator ?It was a challenge to keep our old configuration system up to date with product changes, but BuyDesign provides a straight-forward graphic environment that makes that much easier. BuyDesign will enable us to reduce time to market for product innovations and more rapidly incorporate product and pricing changes into the quoting process.?

Van der Graaf has licensed BuyDesign Configurator, BuyDesign Channel Sales, BuyDesign Flex2D, BuyDesign Flex3D, and BuyDesign FlexDocs. BuyDesign will be integrated with Van der Graaf?s existing Visual Manufacturing ERP system and SolidWorks 3D CAD system. Training and implementation services will be provided by TDCI along with Toronto-based TDCI partner, Sabre IT Services. Partial funding for training is being provided by the AIME program sponsored by the Yves Landry Foundation

About Van der Graaf

Van der Graaf is an internationally recognized manufacturer of high precision, heavy duty and efficient power transmission equipment for the conveyor industry with modern manufacturing plants in Europe, Canada and United States. The Van der Graaf Drum Motor is a one-component conveyor drive where the motor, gear drive and all moving parts are enclosed inside the drum. Its unique design is space saving, quiet, efficient and reliable with virtually no maintenance, offering a versatile, less complex and more efficient way to power belt conveyors. Drum motors are available in mild steel or stainless steel construction, in a wide range of diameter sizes, belt speeds, horsepower, face widths, voltages and frequencies to suit a broad range of applications. Learn more at http://www.vandergraaf.com.

About TDCI and BuyDesign

TDCI (http://www.tdci.com) specializes in helping manufacturers and their distributors streamline the buying process for customized products. TDCI?s BuyDesign? software is a comprehensive web-based product configurator and guided selling solution developed to help companies increase sales by becoming ?easy to do business with? while improving profitability by reducing order processing time, cost, and errors. Built with a powerful product configurator, BuyDesign provides modular applications for guided product selection and configuration, product visualization, quoting and ordering, drawing and data generation, and more.

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IdentityForge Announces Record Enterprise Integration Software Sales and Revenue

Atlanta, Georgia USA (PRWEB) January 17, 2012

IdentityForge had a 76% increase in revenues for our fiscal year 2011 and a record 4th quarter increase, of 96%. IdentityForge also increased their global staff size by 10% in 2011.

?We can attribute this growth to an increased product line, remarkable partner network and a concentrated marketing approach,? says Chad Cromwell, Founding Partner and CTO. ?we expect to see continued interest and growth in 2012 with more new products and certified integrated solutions to be introduced in the coming months.?

IdentityForge creates and maintains enterprise and cloud integration software (Advanced Adapter) for identity management, biometrics, governance, monitoring and modernization solutions for both private and public entities worldwide.

The Advanced Adapter Suites provide seamless access, real-time data synchronization, bi-directional support for Directory Services, Rule Management and Identity & Access Management software platforms. The IdentityForge LDAPv3 Gateway provides standard access to multiple data platforms in an industry proven way, helping customers realize a rapid ROI, deploy faster & easier and meet regulatory compliance. Our software provides the essential access to mainframes, midrange, ERP, Cloud systems, server OS and many more target systems that are key components of your enterprise.

For more information about pricing, product roadmap, or partner relations contact:

email: sales(at)identityforge(dot)com,

visit: http://www.identityforge.com/company/contact

call: 678.266.3399 x308.

About IdentityForge:

IdentityForge (IdF) is a leading provider of identity management, biometric and connector solutions for mainframe, midrange, ERP, Cloud-Based, OS and many more target systems. IdentityForge solutions provide bi-directional support for directory services and Identity and Access Management software platforms. IdentityForge host-based agents complement Identity

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Inspiration Software Introduces Visual Mapping for iPad

Orlando, FL (PRWEB) January 25, 2012

The leader in visual thinking and learning, Inspiration? Software, Inc., brings visual mapping and outlining to iPad? with today?s announcement of Inspiration? Diagrams. This spring, Inspiration Diagrams will join the company?s award-winning family of tools based on proven learning methodologies that help students and educators think, learn, brainstorm, analyze and write.

With Inspiration Diagrams, students in grades 6-12 will improve their comprehension, critical-thinking and writing skills across the curriculum. Students can use the same mind-mapping and outlining tools they already know from Inspiration? and Webspiration Classroom?, such as RapidFire, to create visual diagrams and outlines that help them clarify thoughts, organize and analyze information, integrate new knowledge and learn to think critically.

When students create visual diagrams and plan projects with Inspiration Diagrams, they learn and demonstrate critical-thinking skills, cross-curricular literacy and writing skills that are delineated in the new, widely adopted Common Core State Standards.

?The engaging, visual learning environment provided by Inspiration Diagrams on iPad provides the perfect tool set for thinking and learning through diagrams, outlines and graphic organizers,? said Mona Westhaver, president and co-founder, Inspiration Software. ?Whether students are using it on the school bus, sitting at home or in the classroom, Inspiration Diagrams helps them develop important thinking and writing skills that are requisite for success in school and in life.?

Educators around the country who tested early versions of Inspiration Diagrams with their students had high praise for the app.

?How exciting to be able to use Inspiration, my all-time favorite application for brainstorming and visualizing, on iPad,? said Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D., assistive technology consultant and editor of the AssistiveTek blog. ?Inspiration Diagrams for iPad is easy and intuitive to use. I, for one, will add this to my list of favorite apps and will include it as part of my app toolkit that I will share with other educators as I do in-service programs and training.?

?I am pleased with how easy it is to use Inspiration Diagrams with my fifth- and sixth-grade students,? said Renee Ramig, director of technology, Seven Hills School, Walnut Creek, Calif. ?And, since Inspiration Diagrams does not require WiFi, I know I can implement it throughout the school without consuming additional network bandwidth.?

Inspiration Diagrams Lite, an abridged version of Inspiration Diagrams, will be available for free in the App Store in March. Inspiration Diagrams will be available for purchase for $ 29.95 for a single download in April. Pricing for volume purchases will be available by contacting Inspiration Software at sales@inspiration.com.

To learn more about Inspiration Software, visit http://www.inspiration.com, find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/InspirationSoftware or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/InspirationSW. In addition, educators from around the world can connect and share their passion for learning strategies and education on the company?s blog, Thinkspiration, at http://www.inspiration.com/blog.

About Inspiration Software, Inc.

Recognized as the leader in visual thinking and learning, Inspiration Software, Inc.?s award-winning tools, Webspiration Classroom?, Webspiration PRO?, Inspiration, Kidspiration and InspireData?, are based on proven visual learning methodologies that help students think, learn and achieve. With the powerful combination of visual learning and technology, students in grades K-12 learn to clarify thoughts, organize and analyze information, integrate new knowledge and think critically. Founded 30 years ago by Donald Helfgott and Mona Westhaver, the company?s visual learning tools are used today by more than 25 million students and teachers worldwide.

For more information, press only:

Lisa Wolfe, L. Wolfe Communications, 773-227-1049, lwolfe(at)lwolfe(dot)com

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