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DDi System Contact: Barbara Jagoe 877-599-4334 http://www.ddisystem.com/ view additional info
DDi System, LLC is the leading provider of software solutions that power the business needs of showroom distributors and other wholesalers of hard-goods. Founded in 1994 by Adam Waller, a technology visionary within wholesale distribution, DDi's success is built upon a personal approach and continuous ability to provide industry-specific, feature rich software that is intelligently priced. The company's DDi System Distribution Management Software offers powerful functionality that helps showroom distributors achieve greater efficiencies through a variety of showroom-centric features including special order payment tracking, showroom inventory-tracking, real-time buyer notification and sales order updates. The DDi System DMS also prevents showroom price quotes from being shopped to a competitor by enabling personnel to print quotes with generic product descriptions and total job pricing. Additionally, DDi System's Electronic Document Scanning solution enables showroom personnel to scan handwritten notes and important documents into the DDi System DMS. The document is then stored on the DDi server as a .PDF file.

Everest Software, Inc. (formerly iCode) Contact: Brock Epperly 703-234-6640 http://www.everestsoftwareinc.com/ view additional info
Everest Software empowers companies to view and manage every function of their business more effectively. The company's fully integrated business application suite, Everest, addresses the unique needs of growing small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the wholesale/distribution and retail industries by allowing them to quickly manage and track their business online and offline; from the showroom to the back office. It automates all key operations including accounting, inventory control, e-commerce, CRM, shipping/receiving, point of sale and sales force automation - in real time. Everest Software is committed to providing customers with the service, support and expertise they require to increase productivity and profitability with a solution that provides an unmatched rapid return on investment. Everest Software is the proud winner of the 2004 SIIA Codie Award for "Best Business Software Product."

Intuit Eclipse Contact: Abby Bevacqua 203-926-2641, ext. 1301 http://www.eclipse.intuit.com/ view additional info
Intuit Eclipse is a leading provider of business management solutions for wholesale distributors in market segments ranging from plumbing, HVAC, electrical and building materials to industrial, janitorial and other durable goods supplies. With over 35,000 active users throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada, it operates as a division of Intuit, Inc., which acquired Eclipse, Inc. in 2002. They are headquartered in Boulder, Colo., with offices in Shelton, Conn., and Hyannis, Mass.

ITE Software, Inc. Contact: Drew Stegon 760-529-9471 http://www.itesoftware.com/ view additional info
Created and co-written by an industry executive with more than 12 years experience, ITE Software's Inertia program is all about Control and Automation. Compare other programs and you will find that Inertia is LIGHT-years ahead of the competition. The system automates daily tasks like no other software and even automates tasks some software does not know exists! Controlling all aspects of your company from POS to inventory to warehouse control to accounting to things like employee scheduling and much, much more while giving management the control to build the walls with which your staff shall work within is what the Inertia system is all about. Accurate accounting...no negative inventory values (just how do you count a minus quantity on your shelf?)...take cash without making a sale for accurate tracking of customer deposits and real A/R...keep sales orders and sales invoice separate and accurate...create POs with a single mouse click...reconcile your bank account daily...and control aspects of your business you have only dreamed about. These are only a few reasons why ITE Software's customers have chosen the Inertia system. Talk to their customers and find out just how much and why they love the Inertia Company Controlling system.

Prophet 21 Contact: Mike Wentz 800-776-7438, ext. 3950 http://www.p21.com/ view additional info
Prophet 21, the leading technology provider for the distribution industry, develops technology solutions and services to help distributors increase sales, improve customer service and reduce operating costs. Founded in 1967, Prophet 21 continues to expand and enhance both its products and customer base. Prophet 21 CommerceCenter - the leading enterprise software solution for distributors - combines the power of SQL Server and the familiarity of Windows in a solution designed especially for distributors. Trading Partner Connect, the fastest growing Internet trading network for distributors, expedites sourcing, expands geographic reach and streamlines transactions between distributors and manufacturers. Prophet 21 Professional Services include support, consulting and educational programs designed to give distributors the maximum return on their technology investment. Prophet 21 has a long-range vision for distribution technology and the industry experts to make it happen.

Softlight Lighting Package Contact: John Meeker 888-544-4809 http://www.softlightusa.com/ view additional info
The main things you should ask for in a lighting software package: Is the software industry specific or was it written primarily for the furniture or plumbing industry and adapted to lighting? Who provides support? When you call are you talking to lighting people or someone who knows only about writing software. Are you charged more for adding computers to your system or for using larger databases as your business grows? Is the software easy to learn? LIGHTS from Softlight was written and is being constantly improved specifically for the Lighting Industry and Lighting Showrooms, setting the standard since 1985. The LIGHTS from Softlight support staff has or currently owns lighting showrooms. Customers are never charged for adding more computers or features, and the package is easy to learn. Visit the LIGHTS from Softlight Web site or call for a complete demonstration.

STORIS Management Systems Company Contact: Michelle Beres 888-4-STORIS http://www.storis.com/ view additional info
STORIS Management Systems is a leading supplier of retail management solutions and services dedicated to lighting retailers of all sizes. The company�s Vision R8 product suite is a fully integrated, real-time Windows-based system that connects all essential business aspects of a retail operation. Vision R8 delivers far-reaching functionality for key executives to stay focused, grow their business, maximize efficiency and stay ahead of the competition.

Vormittag Associates, Inc. Contact: Robert Vormittag 800-824-7776, ext. 221 http://www.vai-solutions.com/ view additional info
Vormittag Associates provides end-to-end, integrated enterprise solutions for the wholesale distribution, manufacturing and retail and service industries. As leaders in the small and mid-sized market, VAI offers everything you need - world class applications, IBM leading technology and expert service and experience - to maximize your information technology investment. VAI offers a full suite of integrated applications that can be tailored to meet the specific requirements of your business. VAI has helped over 700 companies of all types and sizes change the way they do business, enhance organizational performance and lower costs.

Windward Software Inc. Contact: Kevin Schilter 800-663-5750, ext. 2704 http://lightingpos.wws5.com/ view additional info
Since 1984, Windward Software has been helping small to medium sized lighting showrooms gain control of their business by providing an easy-to-use, fully integrated, real-time inventory control point-of-sale and accounting package.

Amplexus Corp. Contact: Carolyn Guy 800-423-8268, ext. 820 http://www.amplexus.com/ view additional info
For more than 20 years, Amplexus has provided feature-rich software for durable goods distributors. Amplexus' integrated distribution software system is fully customizable and includes accounting, inventory management, order entry, customer service, purchasing, prospecting and over-the-counter sales as part of the base package. Enhancements to the system are driven by customers' needs. Features of special interest to lighting suppliers include kit creation, accessory add-on products, multiple costs for each item (replacement, accounting, etc.) and multi-level pricing. Multiple units of measure can be kept for each part number, allowing purchasing, picking and pricing in different units. Contact Amplexus for a customized demonstration and more details about Amplexus software for distributors.