Peak S/3 Interface Selected By Printronix To Integrate Wireless Data Collection Into Sap R/3
PEAK Technologies, a Moore company (TSE, NYSE: MCL), announced today that Printronix has selected their PEAK S/3 Interfaceä solution to integrate their JIT operations with wireless data capture feeding into their SAP R/3 system worldwide. The PEAK S/3 Interface rollout for Printronix includes four sites including Memphis, TN, Irvine, CA, Holland and Singapore. PEAK is the largest integrator of Supply Chain Execution (SCE) and Auto ID/Data Collection (AIDC) solutions in North America with 70 offices and over 850 employees in the US, Canada, and Europe.
Printronix had already achieved many of the manufacturing/distribution objectives inherent in a JIT/Kanban environment. To further increase efficiencies in their facilities, they recognized the substantial benefits achievable through the use of wireless technology.
During the extensive evaluation process, Printronix outlined their ROI goals and time frame for execution. After evaluating different options, Printronix concluded that PEAK's consulting services and software offered unmatched value and expertise. In addition to AIDC consulting, Printronix looked to PEAK for guidance in the area of change management; moving from paper-based processes to wireless technology in the warehouse.
Printronix's Memphis, TN facility is the first site scheduled to implement PEAK's S/3 Interface, an interface certified by SAP. This solution streamlines the entire manufacturing process by enabling manufacturing personnel to accomplish a "one-shot" scan at a given work cell and record all pertinent information into SAP R/3. This process also provides the crucial synchronization of material and information within the JIT manufacturing operation. This functionality of the PEAK S/3 Interface was one of the key differentiating factors in selecting PEAK Technologies as Printronix total solution partner.
"Printronix has been a valued strategic partner for PEAK over the years. With the inclusion of our PEAK S/3 Interface solution, we are proud to be an integral part of their distribution and manufacturing center of excellence," said Jim Wyner, president and chief operating officer for PEAK. "This further demonstrates PEAK's capability as a single-source provider for SAP customers seeking to achieve operational efficiencies gained through wireless automation." This agreement is consistent with Moore's growth strategies of growing the forms and labels business and becoming a leader in delivering digital information services.
"To take full advantage of JIT practices already in place, we required a partner who had the necessary solutions outlined in our objectives, clearly understood our environment, and could implement the solution within our time frame. PEAK was capable of meeting all of these requirements," said Patrick Coyne, Manager of Manufacturing Information Systems at Printronix. "We look forward to working with PEAK's Value Delivery Team in realizing the benefits and efficiencies gained through this integration."
PEAK Technologies, a Moore company, helps its customers to significantly increase their revenues and reduce their costs by providing supply chain execution best practices, software solutions, automated data capture, wireless technologies, printer solutions, and service support. These solutions allow customers to collect and act on information about their manufacturing, warehousing and distribution operations as it relates to the supply chain. Through close partnerships with leading technology companies, PEAK offers innovative hardware and software technologies. PEAK has over 850 employees and 70 locations throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. PEAK's Internet address is: www.PEAKtech.com.
Moore Corporation Limited (TSE, NYSE: MCL) provides data capture, information design, marketing services, digital communications and print solutions, that enable clients to improve their business processes and increase revenue. Sales in 1999 were more than U.S. $2.4 billion. The Moore Internet address is www.moore.com.
Printronix is the leader in enterprise resource planning printing solutions, providing network integrated multi-technology printers to businesses worldwide. Founded in 1974, Printronix is the acknowledged foremost supplier of line matrix printers, and an innovator in continuous form laser printers and thermal bar code label printers.
Printronix printers are used in business reporting, manufacturing, warehousing and distribution printing applications. Corporate offices, engineering and manufacturing for Printronix are located in Irvine, California, with additional manufacturing, sales, and customer support centers worldwide. Printronix technology is sold under private label to the major computer systems providers and is available under the Printronix brand name through full service distributors and value added resellers. For additional information, contact the local Printronix office (locations available on the worldwide web site: www.printronix.com). Printronix common stock is traded over-the-counter under the NASDAQ symbol PTNX.