VAI Pre-Configures S2K Enterprise Management Software, Integrating with Business Integration from EXTOL International
Pottsville, Pennsylvania (PRWeb) March 18, 2007 -- Vormittag Associates, Inc. (VAI), a leading ERP solution provider for the IBM iSeries, has pre-configured its S2K enterprise management software with the EXTOL ( http://www.extol.com ) International line of business integration software. EXTOL is a leading provider of B2B integration software for both internal and external collaboration. The move addresses mid-market manufacturers' and distributors' growing need for business integration, which has become a critical component of supply chain success.
Business integration helps resolve the issues of inaccurate forecasts, poor inventory management, incorrect order fulfillment and unnecessary labor costs, among others. Better management of these challenges through business integration leads to a decrease in or elimination of charge-backs, penalties and fines.
Following through on its commitment to provide its mid-market ERP customers with the tools they need to meet supply chain demands, VAI is providing its customers with the S2K software system with pre-built integration to the EXTOL Integrator. To expedite the most commonly used business integration functions, certain S2K functions automatically launch views and maps to EXTOL Integrator. For example, S2K now ships with preconfigured maps between EXTOL and most major trading partners; the EXTOL functionality includes EDI management that integrates with multiple departments and applications throughout the enterprise.
Companies using the S2K/EBI product include Dorcy International, Badanco Enterprises, Maple Leaf Farms and Beer Nuts.
Dorcy International, one of the nation's leading manufacturers and distributors of flashlights and lanterns, which sells to major retailers such as Sears, K-mart and Wal-Mart, uses the S2K/EXTOL product to run its business. "The integration between VAI and EXTOL was a blessing for us," said Macy Bergoon, Director, Supply Chain at Dorcy International. "With many details to tend to during the implementation of VAI, it was a great advantage to have a base interface to EXTOL already in place to build upon. We were able to prepare our customer maps and begin testing immediately."
The integration brings a capability that has been adopted by resource-rich Fortune 1000 organizations to mid-sized companies, allowing them to perform at superior levels in the supply chains of their customers, and to effectively manage their own global sourcing.
"EXTOL Integrator allows for seamless integration with S2K," said Bob Moloney, VAI Project Manager. "S2K provides multiple entry and exit points into EXTOL functions to handle inquiry, maintenance, translation, communications and reporting. EXTOL technical support provides quick and affective response to any questions or issues that arise."
VAI's comprehensive ERP software solutions, joined with EXTOL's leading business integration solutions, demonstrates VAI's focus on helping their mid-market customers achieve supply chain success. The S2K/EXTOL product helps small IT teams rapidly respond to customer demands and new business opportunities, for big results. "Even small supply side companies require a business integration solution just to stay in the game," explained Steve Rosen, EXTOL Vice President Marketing. "Supply chain participation is no longer merely sending and receiving documents, like EDI for example. The large retail, automotive and industrial customers demand a collaborative approach from their suppliers. And this means the suppliers must have the agility to respond to new business demands, and provide their business users with visibility of up to date information."
About EXTOL International, Inc.
EXTOL International, Inc. is a leading provider of B2B integration application software for resource constrained companies who want to integrate demand driven supply chains. EXTOL solutions are ready-to-use applications that target multiple B2B and internal challenges with a common integration platform that empowers existing IT teams to respond rapidly to new business opportunities and demands. EXTOL solutions are also available preconfigured to address specific electronic commerce applications including EDI, AS2, XML, data synchronization (1SYNC) and the integration and management capabilities required to take full advantage of supply chain functionality. For more information, please contact Stephen Rosen, Vice President Marketing at 201-847-1200 or srosen@extol.com, or visit www.EXTOL.com.
About VAI
Vormittag Associates, Inc. (VAI) is an IBM Premier Business Partner and an award winning software developer. Designed for the mid-range market, S2K Enterprise is used by a wide variety of mid-size companies worldwide, with a number of clients in the manufacturing, distribution, retail and related service industries. Advanced applications such as Warehouse Pro, EDI, CRM and e-Business provide companies the power to leverage their information technology investment. VAI is headquartered in Ronkonkoma, New York with branch offices in Miami, Orlando, Chicago and California. For more information, please contact Diane Dady, Communications Coordinator, at 800-824-7776 or visit www.vai.net.
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