Mid-Coast Electric Supply Chooses NxTrend Technology
Mid-Coast Electric Supply, Inc. (MCESI) has selected NxTrend Technology Inc.®, a leading supplier of Enterprise Distribution Software Solutions for supply chain management, to upgrade their capabilities. For their 5 locations encompassing 75 users, Mid-Coast selected NxTrend's SX.enterprise package. Mid-Coast is a rapidly expanding automation and electrical distributor operating throughout South Texas. Their products and services help power and control many of the industrial facilities in the area. In the past 10 years, the company has quadrupled in size becoming a dominant distributor for the south Texas area.
Steve Barker, VP of Mid-Coast Electric Supply, Inc. commented, "The Vanguard National Alliance and NxTrend's expertise and market share in the Allen Bradley distribution network were factors in his buying decision." Steve said however, "the real reason NxTrend was chosen was based on their people. They demonstrated they would listen and that Mid-Coast could impact them. NxTrend showed concern and the desire to become lifetime partners.
From this installation, Barker fully expects to realize substantial savings from greater productivity in purchasing and order preparation. One headcount from the buyer group will be redeployed to the field sales force which will increase sales an expected $300,000/year. Utilizing the Palm Signature, Mid-Coast will be able to do away with picking tickets and scanning, thus eliminating signed paper at the counter. This benefit is expected to save Mid-Coast 3-4 headcounts for annual savings of $160,000. One additional headcount planned in accounts receivable and payable will be avoided, saving an additional $40,000 annually. Customer service is expected to significantly improve, but it is too soon to estimate the true savings. Based on information supplied by Steve Barker and NxTrend, Mid-Coast's payback period will be 1 year and 2 months with an ROI of 395%. For every $1 spent, they can expect to get back $4.95.
About NxTrend Technology, Inc.
NxTrend is the safe Choice for Enterprise Commerce Management because NxTrend is continually investing in new technology for distributors and dealers. NxTrend's products offer a single source solution for information systems that are designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise commerce management systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1200 customers with over 90,000 users that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper and medical industries. For more information, email to news@nxtrend.com, telephone 719.590.8940, or visit http://www.nxtrend.com.
Tuesday, April 27, 2004
Turf Products Overcoming Distribution Challenges by Using NxTrend Technology, Inc.
Turf Products Corporation has selected NxTrend Technology, Inc. ® , a leading distribution software provider, to provide them with a new back office system. They will be using the NxTrend Strategic Exchange ® software solution -- SX.enterprise, the e-business solution -- bizLinx™, and the business intelligence solution -- SX.intelligence to increase productivity, remain competitive and give their customers superb service.
Overcoming Wholesale Distribution Challenges
With growing challenges in the wholesale distribution industry, such as increased competition, profit margin pressure, and higher customer service expectations, Turf Products needed a software solution provider that would give them an edge. "NxTrend has the right collection of competencies for wholesale distributors. They have leading edge wholesale distribution technology and decades of software experience within the industry. Combine that with their ability to implement large scale critical business infrastructure systems. Only NxTrend’s solutions could provide us with what we needed to save money and remain competitive," commented Mark Zeytoonjian, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Turf Products. Joel Kremke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for NxTrend said that NxTrend provided Turf Products with a relational database for easy real-time reporting, the ability to integrate to their business partners, a logical user interface, and a cost effective and easy way to train their users.
NxTrend is the Safe Choice for Enterprise Commerce Management
According to Kremke, NxTrend continues to earn their designation as the "safe choice" for Enterprise Commerce Management by investing in new technology for distributors and dealers. Zeytoonjian commented, "We looked at other software vendors, but they presented generic software solutions that would have to be modified to work in our environment. NxTrend had the complete solution right out of the box, and it had already been proven to be successful at other peer distributor sites."
About Turf Products Corporation
Turf Products Corporation (TPC) is a leading distributor of outdoor power equipment, turf equipment and irrigation products, and golf cars. TPC primarily sells to golf courses, landscape contractors and outdoor power equipment dealers. The company is an exclusive distributor for Toro, Echo, ExMark, and Yamaha. TPC markets its products under various branded divisions including Turf Products (TPC), Timberland Machines (TMI), Venture Vehicles, The Sprinkler House (TSH) and Turf Depot. For more information about TPC, send an email message to mzeytoonjian@turfproductscorp.com, or telephone 860.763.3581.
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Turf Products Corporation has selected NxTrend Technology, Inc. ® , a leading distribution software provider, to provide them with a new back office system. They will be using the NxTrend Strategic Exchange ® software solution -- SX.enterprise, the e-business solution -- bizLinx™, and the business intelligence solution -- SX.intelligence to increase productivity, remain competitive and give their customers superb service.
Overcoming Wholesale Distribution Challenges
With growing challenges in the wholesale distribution industry, such as increased competition, profit margin pressure, and higher customer service expectations, Turf Products needed a software solution provider that would give them an edge. "NxTrend has the right collection of competencies for wholesale distributors. They have leading edge wholesale distribution technology and decades of software experience within the industry. Combine that with their ability to implement large scale critical business infrastructure systems. Only NxTrend’s solutions could provide us with what we needed to save money and remain competitive," commented Mark Zeytoonjian, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Turf Products. Joel Kremke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for NxTrend said that NxTrend provided Turf Products with a relational database for easy real-time reporting, the ability to integrate to their business partners, a logical user interface, and a cost effective and easy way to train their users.
NxTrend is the Safe Choice for Enterprise Commerce Management
According to Kremke, NxTrend continues to earn their designation as the "safe choice" for Enterprise Commerce Management by investing in new technology for distributors and dealers. Zeytoonjian commented, "We looked at other software vendors, but they presented generic software solutions that would have to be modified to work in our environment. NxTrend had the complete solution right out of the box, and it had already been proven to be successful at other peer distributor sites."
About Turf Products Corporation
Turf Products Corporation (TPC) is a leading distributor of outdoor power equipment, turf equipment and irrigation products, and golf cars. TPC primarily sells to golf courses, landscape contractors and outdoor power equipment dealers. The company is an exclusive distributor for Toro, Echo, ExMark, and Yamaha. TPC markets its products under various branded divisions including Turf Products (TPC), Timberland Machines (TMI), Venture Vehicles, The Sprinkler House (TSH) and Turf Depot. For more information about TPC, send an email message to mzeytoonjian@turfproductscorp.com, or telephone 860.763.3581.
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Wednesday, April 21, 2004
NxTrend Technology, Inc. Announces
Its Membership in the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program
Colorado Springs, CO: March 22, 2004 - NxTrend Technology, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise commerce management software solutions, today announced it has earned Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for Software Products. The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products brings market recognition to companies providing consistent, high-quality products built on the Microsoft platform. To date, NxTrend is among very few ISV’s to receive such certification.
“Only companies that have demonstrated the highest levels of customer service, proven their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partners,” says Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes NxTrend Technology, Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend’s President and CEO. "Becoming a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner is also evidence of NxTrend’s focus on growing technology. It’s a special honor, and notable that none of our primary competitors maintain the type of relationship we have with Microsoft.”
The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program recognizes companies that have demonstrated their commitment and expertise at delivering one or more specialized areas of Microsoft technologies. The program helps customers identify companies that have proven experience with Microsoft products and solutions.
About NxTrend Technology, Inc.
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for information systems that are designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce, enterprise application integration and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise commerce management systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,200 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper, medical industries, and much more. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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Its Membership in the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program
Colorado Springs, CO: March 22, 2004 - NxTrend Technology, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise commerce management software solutions, today announced it has earned Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for Software Products. The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products brings market recognition to companies providing consistent, high-quality products built on the Microsoft platform. To date, NxTrend is among very few ISV’s to receive such certification.
“Only companies that have demonstrated the highest levels of customer service, proven their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partners,” says Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes NxTrend Technology, Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend’s President and CEO. "Becoming a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner is also evidence of NxTrend’s focus on growing technology. It’s a special honor, and notable that none of our primary competitors maintain the type of relationship we have with Microsoft.”
The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program recognizes companies that have demonstrated their commitment and expertise at delivering one or more specialized areas of Microsoft technologies. The program helps customers identify companies that have proven experience with Microsoft products and solutions.
About NxTrend Technology, Inc.
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for information systems that are designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce, enterprise application integration and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise commerce management systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,200 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper, medical industries, and much more. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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Monday, April 12, 2004
More about NxTrend Distribution Software Enterprise Commerce Management (ECM)
Fulfill Enterprise
Fulfill is made up of a suite of distribution software applications designed to automate the mission-critical functions within the supply chain. It includes financial, logistics, inventory, sales management, and business-critical applications that make communications and information flow among suppliers, customers, and vendors efficient and productive.
NxTrend understands distribution software better than other software and business consulting companies. In fact, some of our customers would argue that we don’t just understand distribution—we are distribution. Our solutions allow you to realize profits in areas you may not have even considered. Fulfill is the center of the Fulfill product line. It provides a set of applications that address the minimum needs for core functionality within supply chain operation.
Our application suite will help you increase sales by improving your ability to serve existing customers, and by helping you identify and penetrate new markets. At the same time, Fulfill helps you reduce costs through improved purchasing, inventory management, and accounts receivables. Our distribution software applications can lead to increased profits by significantly improving your current business practices with distribution software designed to make your business run more efficiently.
NxTrend distribution software applications provide you with the tools to increase profits by significantly improving current business practices. NxTrend distribution software was designed to make a distribution business run more efficiently, end-to-end:
•A complete product family that addresses the range of operational and business needs that you face every day.
•A scalable solution that addresses businesses with 25 users to 5,000 users, so it's positioned to grow as you do, protecting your distribution software investment.
•A fully integrated set of applications that address your fundamental business needs with financial, inventory, warehouse, sales, business analysis, and customer service applications.
•E-commerce ready today providing on-line ordering capability and full-featured account and order review status for your vendors and customers.
•Ready to use Electronic Document Interchange (EDI) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
•An advanced supply-chain management distribution software solution that operates equally well on both the Windows NT and UNIX open system platforms.
•Designed with supportable customization feature/functionality.
•Continuous improvement and enhancement based on emerging industry trends, technological advancements and regular input from NxTrend's customer base.
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Fulfill Enterprise
Fulfill is made up of a suite of distribution software applications designed to automate the mission-critical functions within the supply chain. It includes financial, logistics, inventory, sales management, and business-critical applications that make communications and information flow among suppliers, customers, and vendors efficient and productive.
NxTrend understands distribution software better than other software and business consulting companies. In fact, some of our customers would argue that we don’t just understand distribution—we are distribution. Our solutions allow you to realize profits in areas you may not have even considered. Fulfill is the center of the Fulfill product line. It provides a set of applications that address the minimum needs for core functionality within supply chain operation.
Our application suite will help you increase sales by improving your ability to serve existing customers, and by helping you identify and penetrate new markets. At the same time, Fulfill helps you reduce costs through improved purchasing, inventory management, and accounts receivables. Our distribution software applications can lead to increased profits by significantly improving your current business practices with distribution software designed to make your business run more efficiently.
NxTrend distribution software applications provide you with the tools to increase profits by significantly improving current business practices. NxTrend distribution software was designed to make a distribution business run more efficiently, end-to-end:
•A complete product family that addresses the range of operational and business needs that you face every day.
•A scalable solution that addresses businesses with 25 users to 5,000 users, so it's positioned to grow as you do, protecting your distribution software investment.
•A fully integrated set of applications that address your fundamental business needs with financial, inventory, warehouse, sales, business analysis, and customer service applications.
•E-commerce ready today providing on-line ordering capability and full-featured account and order review status for your vendors and customers.
•Ready to use Electronic Document Interchange (EDI) and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI).
•An advanced supply-chain management distribution software solution that operates equally well on both the Windows NT and UNIX open system platforms.
•Designed with supportable customization feature/functionality.
•Continuous improvement and enhancement based on emerging industry trends, technological advancements and regular input from NxTrend's customer base.
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Thursday, April 01, 2004
NAW Offers Economic Forecast for 2004 Planning
The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), Pembroke Consulting and Economy.com announced additional details about its new report for the wholesale distribution industry titled NAW 2004 Economic Forecast. “Given the current level of economic uncertainty this report will be invaluable for planning and budgeting,” said NAW Senior Vice President, Strategic Direction Ron Schreibman. “Pembroke Consulting will provide the distribution industry analysis using Economy.com’s highly detailed data and projections.” The forecast spans the major industries served by distributors and examines the economic factors impacting their customers. “Distributors need to make tough short-term decisions to prepare for the turnaround ahead,” said Pembroke Consulting President Adam J. Fein, Ph.D. “This report provides executives with facts and forecasts for their 2004 strategic planning.”
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The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), Pembroke Consulting and Economy.com announced additional details about its new report for the wholesale distribution industry titled NAW 2004 Economic Forecast. “Given the current level of economic uncertainty this report will be invaluable for planning and budgeting,” said NAW Senior Vice President, Strategic Direction Ron Schreibman. “Pembroke Consulting will provide the distribution industry analysis using Economy.com’s highly detailed data and projections.” The forecast spans the major industries served by distributors and examines the economic factors impacting their customers. “Distributors need to make tough short-term decisions to prepare for the turnaround ahead,” said Pembroke Consulting President Adam J. Fein, Ph.D. “This report provides executives with facts and forecasts for their 2004 strategic planning.”
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Jim Carroll, leading international futurist to give keynote at conNxTions 2004
The numbers are staggering. Fully 90% of the business transactions between companies are based on paper. Last year, corporations wrote some 100 billion paper checks to other companies. We're literally drowning in paper.
That's why supply chain restructuring, also known as collaborative commerce, is so important. There is an unprecedented opportunity to streamline the processing of transactions within every aspect of the business world, in order to provide new efficiencies within almost every industry.
As a wholesale distributor, you will be affected in many ways by these efforts. Change will be constant, as an integrated, online network that fundamentally changes the way information is transmitted and the way business is conducted is implemented within your industry.
Indeed, supply chain restructuring isn't an option -- it is the future -- and you've must make sure that you understand the implications, threats and opportunities in this new way of doing business.
Jim Carroll’s presentation is a rousing, motivational keynote, he'll wake you up to the strategic importance of "collaborative-commerce. "He'll help you understand why embracing supply-chain restructuring is so critical. He'll encourage you to shed the business challenges of the past and embrace the opportunity of the future -- in a keynote that is bound to open up your minds to the possibilities.
Join NxTrend May 2-4, 2004 at the beautiful Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs to hear more from Jim on this important topic. To review the complete agenda and register online go to http://www.nxtrend.com/conf/conNxT2004/connxtions2004.htm or contact Sandy Schenecker at conference@nxtrend.com
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The numbers are staggering. Fully 90% of the business transactions between companies are based on paper. Last year, corporations wrote some 100 billion paper checks to other companies. We're literally drowning in paper.
That's why supply chain restructuring, also known as collaborative commerce, is so important. There is an unprecedented opportunity to streamline the processing of transactions within every aspect of the business world, in order to provide new efficiencies within almost every industry.
As a wholesale distributor, you will be affected in many ways by these efforts. Change will be constant, as an integrated, online network that fundamentally changes the way information is transmitted and the way business is conducted is implemented within your industry.
Indeed, supply chain restructuring isn't an option -- it is the future -- and you've must make sure that you understand the implications, threats and opportunities in this new way of doing business.
Jim Carroll’s presentation is a rousing, motivational keynote, he'll wake you up to the strategic importance of "collaborative-commerce. "He'll help you understand why embracing supply-chain restructuring is so critical. He'll encourage you to shed the business challenges of the past and embrace the opportunity of the future -- in a keynote that is bound to open up your minds to the possibilities.
Join NxTrend May 2-4, 2004 at the beautiful Broadmoor Resort in Colorado Springs to hear more from Jim on this important topic. To review the complete agenda and register online go to http://www.nxtrend.com/conf/conNxT2004/connxtions2004.htm or contact Sandy Schenecker at conference@nxtrend.com
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NxTrend Technology, Inc. Announces
Its Membership in the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program
Colorado Springs, CO: March 22, 2004 - NxTrend Technology, Inc., a leading provider of distribution software solutions, today announced it has earned Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for Software Products. The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products brings market recognition to companies providing consistent, high-quality products built on the Microsoft platform. To date, NxTrend is among very few ISV’s to receive such certification.
“Only companies that have demonstrated the highest levels of customer service, proven their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partners,” says Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes NxTrend Technology, Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend’s President and CEO. "Becoming a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner is also evidence of NxTrend’s focus on growing technology. It’s a special honor, and notable that none of our primary competitors maintain the type of relationship we have with Microsoft.”
The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program recognizes companies that have demonstrated their commitment and expertise at delivering one or more specialized areas of Microsoft technologies. The program helps customers identify companies that have proven experience with Microsoft products and solutions.
About NxTrend Technology, Inc.
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for distribution software designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce, enterprise application integration and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise commerce management systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,200 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper, medical industries, and much more. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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Its Membership in the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program
Colorado Springs, CO: March 22, 2004 - NxTrend Technology, Inc., a leading provider of distribution software solutions, today announced it has earned Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status for Software Products. The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner for Software Products brings market recognition to companies providing consistent, high-quality products built on the Microsoft platform. To date, NxTrend is among very few ISV’s to receive such certification.
“Only companies that have demonstrated the highest levels of customer service, proven their experience and attained advanced certification receive the designation of Microsoft Gold Certified Partners,” says Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “Today, Microsoft recognizes NxTrend Technology, Inc. for its skills and expertise in providing customer satisfaction with Microsoft products and technology.”
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend’s President and CEO. "Becoming a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner is also evidence of NxTrend’s focus on growing technology. It’s a special honor, and notable that none of our primary competitors maintain the type of relationship we have with Microsoft.”
The Microsoft Gold Certified Partner Program recognizes companies that have demonstrated their commitment and expertise at delivering one or more specialized areas of Microsoft technologies. The program helps customers identify companies that have proven experience with Microsoft products and solutions.
About NxTrend Technology, Inc.
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for distribution software designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce, enterprise application integration and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of enterprise commerce management systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,200 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper, medical industries, and much more. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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Tuesday, March 30, 2004
More about Distribution Software provider NxTrend and bizLinx Mobile
bizLinx Mobile Uniquely Designed with the Distributor in Mind
While other distribution software technology companies claim to offer wireless technology to distributors, what they are actually offering is “cradled” technology, something that NxTrend offers in its SX2Go product. With a typical cradled product, a distributor enters the information into a handheld PDA and then must dock or cradle the PDA to update their distribution software database. Although there are some advantages to cradled technology in certain situations, you cannot update your ERP information online in real-time as you can with bizLinx Mobile. NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile is the clear industry leader in wireless technology for dealers and distributors.
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More about Distribution Software provider NxTrend and bizLinx Mobile
According to Warren Wilbee, Director of Engineering Support Services for NxTrend, the success of NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile product lies in its ability to “get the right information into the right hands at the right time,” something that other distribution software companies ignore. “The key difference between the two delivery methods,” Wilbee continued, “is that cradled devices rely on batch processing; wireless devices process information online in real time. There’s no better product than NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile for accessing key information from your distribution software exactly when you need it.”
For example, a distributor would want ordering information about price and availability, customer statements, sales histories, and important customer marketing information delivered wirelessly in real time so that their sales people can respond to customer needs faster than their competitors. On the other hand, signature captures and shipping feedback would be better handled through a batch process offered through products like NxTrend’s SX2Go.
“Sometimes other technology companies put their own convenience first in order to claim they’re first to the market,” said Wilbee. “NxTrend has a long history of putting distributor’s needs first, and bizLinx Mobile is just the latest example.”
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NxTrend Ranked among Top Providers of Information Technology Services Leader in Distribution Software Solutions Named to VARBusiness 500
NxTrend Technology, Inc, a leading provider of technology solutions for distribution software, has been named to the 2001 VARBusiness 500, the industry’s definitive ranking by revenue of the top 500 Solution Providers, Internet services companies, consultants, and integrators in North America. NxTrend’s rank is 394 on the list.
NxTrend’s rank was determined after an exhaustive research project in which editors studied the business models and finances of the universe of IT professional services organizations. The list was narrowed down to the 500 companies with the greatest revenues coming from technology services and products.
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend President and CEO. The ranking is also evidence of NxTrend’s industry focus. “It’s a special honor to be the only member of the VARBusiness 500 with a single focus in wholesale distribution software. None of our primary competitors even made the list.”
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It’s no surprise that NxTrend stands alone. “The VARBusiness 500 represents the elite IT professional services organizations,” said Robert C. DeMarzo, Vice President/Editorial Director of VARBusiness. “They are on everyone’s most-wanted list: vendors want to enlist them to sell their products and most strategically, businesses want their technology and consulting expertise.”
“The firms that comprise the VARBusiness 500 are more than just the leading solution providers in the industry,” said Michael R. Uliss, publisher of VARBusiness. “Through their strategic decisions, technologies choices, and recommendations to customers, this exclusive list of companies exerts a major influence not only on the digital economy but on the overall economy as well.”
About Distribution Software provider NxTrend
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for information systems that are designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of business information systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,000 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper and medical industries. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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conNxTions 2001 was Overwhelming Success for NxTrend Distribution Software
2001 marked NxTrend’s 11th year of bringing together users to share ideas, learn new information and share hospitality. 2001 theme was “Uncovering Hidden Treasures,” and as many of our customers found out, no matter how long you've been a NxTrend user, you can always discover new ways to make your solution work harder.
According to customer Julie Hale of McNaughton-McKay Electric, “If you aren't attending the conference, you're not fully utilizing your investment. There are things that are there that you didn't know you had.” Hidden gems of knowledge were waiting to be uncovered at conNxTions 2001 - the best opportunity to not only find out about distribution software and industry advances, but a great arena to exchange ideas with other users.
Pete Wilhelms of Negwer Materials agrees, calling the conference, “a great vehicle for networking and honing your skills to use the NxTrend product.”
With over 50 separate courses taught by NxTrend, Users and Industry professionals, users were able to create a curriculum to fit their own interests and needs. Inspiring speakers, stimulating workshops, a network of user group programs, hands-on labs, exhibits, hospitality and more than 10 years of conference experience for distribution software guaranteed a successful event.
Anna Kligman of Bearing Service Inc., said conNxTions 2001 was “very valuable—the speakers and workshops were excellent and I especially enjoyed networking with exceptional professionals that are motivated about applying technology in their business.” Marty Glaude of Howell Pipe and Supply said, “The charge you receive from these conferences help you take the next challenges head on!”
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bizLinx Mobile Uniquely Designed with the Distributor in Mind
While other distribution software technology companies claim to offer wireless technology to distributors, what they are actually offering is “cradled” technology, something that NxTrend offers in its SX2Go product. With a typical cradled product, a distributor enters the information into a handheld PDA and then must dock or cradle the PDA to update their distribution software database. Although there are some advantages to cradled technology in certain situations, you cannot update your ERP information online in real-time as you can with bizLinx Mobile. NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile is the clear industry leader in wireless technology for dealers and distributors.
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More about Distribution Software provider NxTrend and bizLinx Mobile
According to Warren Wilbee, Director of Engineering Support Services for NxTrend, the success of NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile product lies in its ability to “get the right information into the right hands at the right time,” something that other distribution software companies ignore. “The key difference between the two delivery methods,” Wilbee continued, “is that cradled devices rely on batch processing; wireless devices process information online in real time. There’s no better product than NxTrend’s bizLinx Mobile for accessing key information from your distribution software exactly when you need it.”
For example, a distributor would want ordering information about price and availability, customer statements, sales histories, and important customer marketing information delivered wirelessly in real time so that their sales people can respond to customer needs faster than their competitors. On the other hand, signature captures and shipping feedback would be better handled through a batch process offered through products like NxTrend’s SX2Go.
“Sometimes other technology companies put their own convenience first in order to claim they’re first to the market,” said Wilbee. “NxTrend has a long history of putting distributor’s needs first, and bizLinx Mobile is just the latest example.”
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NxTrend Ranked among Top Providers of Information Technology Services Leader in Distribution Software Solutions Named to VARBusiness 500
NxTrend Technology, Inc, a leading provider of technology solutions for distribution software, has been named to the 2001 VARBusiness 500, the industry’s definitive ranking by revenue of the top 500 Solution Providers, Internet services companies, consultants, and integrators in North America. NxTrend’s rank is 394 on the list.
NxTrend’s rank was determined after an exhaustive research project in which editors studied the business models and finances of the universe of IT professional services organizations. The list was narrowed down to the 500 companies with the greatest revenues coming from technology services and products.
“It’s a testament to the hard work and commitment to excellence demonstrated by our employees,” said Mike Cornell, NxTrend President and CEO. The ranking is also evidence of NxTrend’s industry focus. “It’s a special honor to be the only member of the VARBusiness 500 with a single focus in wholesale distribution software. None of our primary competitors even made the list.”
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More about NxTrend Ranked among Top Providers of Information Technology Services Leader in Distribution Software Solutions Named to VARBusiness 500
It’s no surprise that NxTrend stands alone. “The VARBusiness 500 represents the elite IT professional services organizations,” said Robert C. DeMarzo, Vice President/Editorial Director of VARBusiness. “They are on everyone’s most-wanted list: vendors want to enlist them to sell their products and most strategically, businesses want their technology and consulting expertise.”
“The firms that comprise the VARBusiness 500 are more than just the leading solution providers in the industry,” said Michael R. Uliss, publisher of VARBusiness. “Through their strategic decisions, technologies choices, and recommendations to customers, this exclusive list of companies exerts a major influence not only on the digital economy but on the overall economy as well.”
About Distribution Software provider NxTrend
NxTrend products offer a single-source solution for information systems that are designed to enable the distributor to implement best-business practices for inventory management, order processing, sales, customer service, warehouse logistics, electronic commerce and strategic business analysis. For 25 years, NxTrend has established itself as the leading provider of business information systems within its target market segments in supply-chain management. NxTrend has an installed base of over 1,000 customers that span the electrical, building materials, industrial, plumbing/heating/air conditioning, paper and medical industries. For more information, e-mail to news@nxtrend.com, phone 719/590-8940, or visit www.nxtrend.com.
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conNxTions 2001 was Overwhelming Success for NxTrend Distribution Software
2001 marked NxTrend’s 11th year of bringing together users to share ideas, learn new information and share hospitality. 2001 theme was “Uncovering Hidden Treasures,” and as many of our customers found out, no matter how long you've been a NxTrend user, you can always discover new ways to make your solution work harder.
According to customer Julie Hale of McNaughton-McKay Electric, “If you aren't attending the conference, you're not fully utilizing your investment. There are things that are there that you didn't know you had.” Hidden gems of knowledge were waiting to be uncovered at conNxTions 2001 - the best opportunity to not only find out about distribution software and industry advances, but a great arena to exchange ideas with other users.
Pete Wilhelms of Negwer Materials agrees, calling the conference, “a great vehicle for networking and honing your skills to use the NxTrend product.”
With over 50 separate courses taught by NxTrend, Users and Industry professionals, users were able to create a curriculum to fit their own interests and needs. Inspiring speakers, stimulating workshops, a network of user group programs, hands-on labs, exhibits, hospitality and more than 10 years of conference experience for distribution software guaranteed a successful event.
Anna Kligman of Bearing Service Inc., said conNxTions 2001 was “very valuable—the speakers and workshops were excellent and I especially enjoyed networking with exceptional professionals that are motivated about applying technology in their business.” Marty Glaude of Howell Pipe and Supply said, “The charge you receive from these conferences help you take the next challenges head on!”
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Wednesday, February 25, 2004
More about Akron Hardware Selecting NxTrend as Distribution Software Vendor
NxTrend Supports Akron’s Total Customer Satisfaction
SX.enterprise is a leading edge distribution software solution that operates on a graphical user interface and employs a sophisticated inventory control system, eCommerce, data warehousing tools, web technology, and other valuable tools that enable dealers and distributors to remain competitive and offer better service to their customers. NxTrend’s technology in support of customer service was a key factor in Akron Hardware’s decision to purchase SX.enterprise distribution software. “Total Customer Satisfaction is not just a new buzzword or marketing campaign,” said Ken Orihel, President of Akron Hardware. “It is our commitment to our customers. Our entire staff is committed to total satisfaction on every call, every order, every time. We felt that the leading-edge technology of NxTrend’s distribution software solutions were the best available to further enhance our commitment to total satisfaction.”
For example, a key component to Akron Hardware’s satisfaction commitment is that their Gilbert, AZ branch operate to the same exacting standards as their Akron, OH home office. “To better serve our customers in the West, we concluded that the Phoenix area would best accomplish our goal of maximizing the areas that we could serve in two days or less by normal UPS ground service,” said Tom Orihel, VP of Operations for Akron Hardware. “Today, our Arizona branch is a full-service facility offering all of the same products and information that we offer in our Akron, Ohio headquarters. It was crucial for our software to be standard and scalable. NxTrend makes it simple to connect our warehouses from even thousands of miles away.”
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NxTrend Supports Akron’s Total Customer Satisfaction
SX.enterprise is a leading edge distribution software solution that operates on a graphical user interface and employs a sophisticated inventory control system, eCommerce, data warehousing tools, web technology, and other valuable tools that enable dealers and distributors to remain competitive and offer better service to their customers. NxTrend’s technology in support of customer service was a key factor in Akron Hardware’s decision to purchase SX.enterprise distribution software. “Total Customer Satisfaction is not just a new buzzword or marketing campaign,” said Ken Orihel, President of Akron Hardware. “It is our commitment to our customers. Our entire staff is committed to total satisfaction on every call, every order, every time. We felt that the leading-edge technology of NxTrend’s distribution software solutions were the best available to further enhance our commitment to total satisfaction.”
For example, a key component to Akron Hardware’s satisfaction commitment is that their Gilbert, AZ branch operate to the same exacting standards as their Akron, OH home office. “To better serve our customers in the West, we concluded that the Phoenix area would best accomplish our goal of maximizing the areas that we could serve in two days or less by normal UPS ground service,” said Tom Orihel, VP of Operations for Akron Hardware. “Today, our Arizona branch is a full-service facility offering all of the same products and information that we offer in our Akron, Ohio headquarters. It was crucial for our software to be standard and scalable. NxTrend makes it simple to connect our warehouses from even thousands of miles away.”
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