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What you need to know about users and suppliers of manufacturing IT, engineering IT, ERP/MRP systems, supply chain systems, production systems, MES, CRM, CAD/CAM/CAE systems, PDM/PLM systems, plant and factory systems, systems for lean and agile manufacturing, and IT and network infrastructure. The 25 most recent items are displayed below. Archived news stories can be found via the news library or the search facility. You can also subscribe to the Manufacturing Computer Solutions RSS News Feed.     Manufacturing SMEs get low cost internet security appliances 15/05/2008 Manufacturing SMEs wanting to beef up their Internet protection, in the wake of increasing attacks and growing demand for supply chain collaboration, should consider new UTM appliances and managed services. SAP on VMware passes Checkpoint manufacturing test 15/05/2008 Identification, tracking and security equipment manufacturer Checkpoint Systems says moving its mission-critical SAP ERP system onto the VMware virtual infrastructure has been a huge success. Tyres wholesaler to implement Syncron supply chain planning 15/05/2008 Micheldever Tyre Services, the UK’s largest tyre wholesaler, says it expects to improve supply chain efficiency when it goes live with Syncron’s planning system. Autodesk acquires Moldflow 14/05/2008 Design software specialist Autodesk Inc, San Rafael, CA, USA has signed a definitive agreement to acquire injection moulding analysis software firm Moldflow Corporation, Framingham, MA, USA. HP to acquire EDS for $13.9 billion; stock falls 5.5% 14/05/2008 HP and EDS yesterday announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which HP will purchase EDS for $25 per share, valuing EDS at $13.9 billion. Spirax Sarco goes for global Cognos BI roll-out 14/05/2008 Steam controls manufacturer Spirax Sarco says it expects to benefit from centralised sales and accounting information, while local users retain control of queries and reports, when it goes live with IBM Cognos Performance Applications. Oracle launches new front door analytics for JD Edwards users 13/05/2008 JD Edwards EnterpriseOne users can now deliver customised financial performance metrics and compliance data to multiple roles, following Oracle’s launch of a new console. SAP to tackle business IT skills shortage head on – for SAP 13/05/2008 SAP is launching a multi-level approach to improve recruitment in IT for the SAP ecosystem, starting with additional investment in its SAP University Alliances programme. Snakehead sets new standard for air action in new Bond film 13/05/2008 The new James Bond film will depict aerial action as never before, thanks to the so-called Snakehead camera, designed and built by SpaceCam Systems using SolidWorks 3D CAD. i2 launches lean lifecycle management for manufacturing supply chains 12/05/2008 Supply chain software specialist i2 says it’s providing a new approach beyond traditional lean manufacturing initiatives, aimed at helping companies achieve bigger picture, sustainable and successful lean projects. Microsoft and Hyundai-Kia Automotive to develop next-gen infotainment systems 12/05/2008 Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group (HKAG) says it is partnering with Microsoft to develop the next generation of in-car infotainment systems. SAP Netweaver enhancements set to speed up business process development 12/05/2008 NetWeaver Business Process Management and NetWeaver Business Rules Management will enable business process experts to design, model and execute new business processes without developing code, according to developer SAP. Manufacturers need to think harder about document management, warns Butler Group 09/05/2008 Manufacturers should look beyond the requirements of compliance for their DRM (document and records management) implementations, if they don’t want them to fail. Oracle challenges SAP over global system sales 09/05/2008 In a gibe at arch-rival SAP, Oracle is claiming that companies are gaining the flexibility and integration that enables them to adapt to changing business conditions faster and cheaper by choosing its business applications instead of SAP’s. Sanderson ends Valley’s five-year search for ERP 09/05/2008 Point of purchase displays manufacturer Valley reckons it has been improving management decision-making and reducing costs, since going live with a Sanderson Unity ERP system. Clustered database on Windows gives Siemens continuous uptime for Oracle’s PeopleSoft HR 08/05/2008 Siemens Shared Services says it has deployed a clustered Oracle database environment that supports services to more than 70,000 Siemens employees across the US. Delcam notches up 25,000 customers, with US machine builder 08/05/2008 US-based machine builder JR Automation Technologies has become the 25,000th Delcam customer, following installation of six seats of FeatureCAM feature-based machining software. Latest Syspro ERP module provides rapid profitability monitoring 08/05/2008 A financial ratio analysis module, aimed at helping manufacturing SMEs assess profitability and liquidity on the fly, has been released by K3 for the Syspro ERP system. McAfee warns of biggest malware detection in years 08/05/2008 Manufacturers are being warned to be on their guard against “the most significant malware outbreak in three years”. In pursuit of the perfect plant: SAP’s manufacturing guide 07/05/2008 In Pursuit of the Perfect Plant is the title of a new book, published by Evolved Technologists Press and launched by SAP and co-authors OSIsoft and KurMeta at this week’s Sapphire user event. Infor takes Boeing Performance Excellence award; reveals performance management upgrade 07/05/2008 Acquisitive extended ERP software developer Infor has received the 2007 Boeing Performance Excellence Award. SAP sees surge of SME manufacturers taking new systems 07/05/2008 Manufacturing business software giant SAP says that adoption of its systems is growing among SMEs (small to mid-size businesses and midsize companies), especially in rising economies, such as Brazil, China, India and Russia. Dyrup selects IFS Applications to streamline business processes 06/05/2008 DKK 1.7 billion Danish paint and wood care products supplier Dyrup says it expects to improve profitability while also standardising key business processes when it goes live with IFS Applications ERP system. Most prevalent Internet viruses are infecting around 5% of PCs 06/05/2008 Last month’s most prevalent web threats, according to McAfee Avert Labs, were VBS/Psyme, Adware-ZangoSA and Expolit-ByteVerify, which, it says, infected about 5% of PCs. SAP and RIM usher in a new era for enterprise mobility 06/05/2008 ERP giant SAP and mobile connectivity firm Research In Motion say they’re going to change the way people in business work, by bringing in a new era in enterprise mobility.	Services    Reader Enquiry Service  Digital versions  Subscribe for e-zine   Upcoming Events       Sponsored Links     Manufacturing Trends Report. Download the latest 2008 Manufacturing Trends report published by Benchmark Research.

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