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Compiled by Andy Brown
Print Solutions’ Operations Software Buyers’ Guide is designed to help distributors and manufacturers find suppliers of operations software. Companies are listed alphabetically; software names follow. Asterisks indicate membership in DMIA. Suppliers provided the information in this directory.
1501 Oak St.
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 474-4797
(800) 304-4707
margie@amgraf.com
www.amgraf.com
Software names: MECCA 2000; LogoDot; OneForm Designer Plus
Comments: AMGRAF Inc., a software development company, serves the business forms industry. Its products include MECCA 2000, software for forms design, security features and variable imaging; LogoDot, which creates halftone dots from a logo or image for overt or covert security features; OneForm Designer Plus, a light version of MECCA 2000 for producing intelligent, fillable internet and PDF forms, and for direct mail, online ordering of imprinted business cards, letterhead, envelopes, checks, forms and note pads.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
401 South Paint St.
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 772-3871
(888) 550-6323
support@changinginc.com
www.changinginc.com
Software names: ChangingInc
Comments: ChangingInc is an innovative e-commerce platform designed specifically for the forms industry. Our partnerships with leading industry manufacturers allow us to provide this powerful and unique service solution to the distributor community. E-commerce doesn’t have to be out of your reach. Contact us at support@chang inginc.com to find out more today.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Software developed for:
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Forms/Print Management
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Product Identification and Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Shipping Paperwork
Supply Order Entry
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
P.O. Box 11155
Reno, NV 89510
(775) 856-2800
(800) 328-7804
Fax: (775) 856-2408
susan@e-quantum.com
www.e-quantum.com
Software names: e-Quantum, Quantum Net
Comments: We are the industry’s No. 1 provider of distributor management software. e-Quantum has 24 years of experience providing order entry, inventory and accounting software to print distributors. Quantum Net is an integrated e-commerce system for electronic ordering, custom catalogs, credit cards, variable print templates, restocking capabilities and reporting. e-Quantum offers on-site training, free data conversions and web site design.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Bar Code Capability
Contact/Prospect Management
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
General Ledger
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Job Costing
Lot Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Product Identification and Tracking
Production/Shop Floor Control
Profit Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote Office/Branch Capabilities (including billing)
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Sales Commission
Scheduling
Shipping Paperwork
Split Commission Capabilities
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
7905 Golden Triangle Drive
Ste. 130
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
(952) 294-0451
(877) 587-9486
Fax: (952) 294-6600
twhite@four51.com
information@four51.com
www.four51.com
Comments: Four51 is a place on the web where innovative businesses, distributors and suppliers are creating unique e-commerce networks-on-demand to track and manage their indirect spend, including printed communications, office supplies, promotional products, branded corporate apparel, etc.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Networked System
Software developed for:
Macintosh
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
Electronic Fund Transfer Capabilities
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Forms Print Management
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Product Identification and Tracking
Supply Order Entry
Web Site Connectivity
1727 Hollow Oak Terrace
Mississauga, ON L5J 4N3 Canada
(905) 855-5151
(800) 661-2978
dan@fixpro.com
www.fixpro.com
Software names: FixPro Forms Management
Comments: FixPro software is easy to use for inventory control, pick lists, low level reporting, renewal notices and charge-back reporting. Many clients use it without any training, although help is always available at our toll-free number. You can download an evaluation copy and call for help to get your data converted.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
DOS
IBM RS6000
UNIX
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Cost Center Accounting
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
Inventory Control
Lot Control
Sales Analysis
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Web Site Connectivity
210 N. Main St., Ste. 101
Bel Air, MD 21014
(410) 893-0420
Fax: (410) 838-2291
ronnie@kramer-smilko.com
www.kramer-smilko.com
Software names: Manager
Comments: Kramer-Smilko provides supply chain management solutions under the brand Renaissance, which was created to fulfill the unmet need for value-added services in the distribution marketplace. Renaissance strives to form strategic partnerships among end users, distributors and manufacturers by implementing tailored programs of sales consulting, workflow analysis, software services and support.
Users: Distributors
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
UNIX
Capabilities:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Bar Code Capability
Contact/Prospect Management
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Electronic Fund Transfer Capabilities
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
General Ledger
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Job Costing
Lot Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Press Interface Capabilities
Product Identification and Tracking
Profit Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote Office/Branch Capabilities (including Billing)
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Sales Commission
Scheduling
Shipping Paperwork
Split Commission Capabilities
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
1501 Landmeier Rd.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
(847) 357-9210
robert.stabler@us.nipson.com
www.nipson.com
Software names: VaryPress PrintServer
Comments: This is a production-oriented, easy-to-use print spooling server for printing Postscript, PDF, or AFP files on Nipson VaryPress or other IPDS-compatible digital printers.
Users: Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Capabilities:
Bar Code Capability
Forms Print Management
Press Interface Capability
2055 Woodside Rd., Ste. 250
Redwood City, CA 95033
(650) 364-8900
Fax: (650) 364-8901
sales@PageDNA.com
www.PageDNA.com
Software names: PageDNA
Comments: PageDNA—formerly known as Printra—develops web-to-print software that automates the ordering, typesetting, customer service, payment processing, inventory control, invoicing and fulfillment for printed products such as corporate identity (business cards and stationery), direct mail, forms and product literature, prescription pads, promotional materials and much more. Sold only through the print channel, PageDNA currently supports more than 10 percent of the Fortune 500 and hundreds of other firms worldwide with secure print e-commerce.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Networked System
Software developed for:
All platforms
Capabilities:
Bar Code Capability
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
Electronic Fund Transfer Capabilities
Export Capabilities
Forms Print Management
Human Resources Management
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Press Interface Capabilities
Product Identification and Tracking
Production Shop Floor Control
Profit Tracking
Remote Client Access
Sales Analysis
Shipping Paperwork
Summary Billing
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
201 Lomas Santa Fe Dr., Ste. 270
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 847-6600
Fax: (858) 793-4122
gnk@printable.com
www.printable.com
Software names: FusionPro Web, FusionPro Desktop, FusionPro Direct, FusionPro Server, ProspectLinks
Comments: FusionPro Web is a web-to-print platform available in the SaaS (Software as a Service) model. FusionPro Desktop is software for variable document design and composition. FusionPro Direct offers affordable, high-speed document composition. FusionPro Server provides tools for developing your own variable data applications. All FusionPro products generate PDF, PostScript, VDX, VPS, VIPP, PPML and JLYT data streams. ProspectLinks, Printable’s marketing automation tool, provides cross-media solutions that leverage personal URLs, dynamic microsites, email and trigger-driven actions.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
Internet browsers
Macintosh operating systems
Windows operating systems
Capabilities:
Variable Data Design and Composition
Marketing Collateral Management
Forms Print Management
Personal URLs
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
E-commerce
EDI Interfaces
Export Capabilities
Procurement tracking
Brand protection
Document distribution
Import Capabilities
Inventory management
Marketing Automation
P.O. Box 98570
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 878-0578
Fax: (206) 878-0148
service@suntowersystems.com
www.suntowersystems.com
Software names: SAFE (Simple Accounting for Forms Experts)
Comments: The first and still the most advanced Windows software specifically tailored for DMIA members. Complete accounting, inventory control and contact management functions. Integration with MS Office and the most comprehensive internet options available to link you, your customers and vendors.
Users: Distributors
Software available for:
Networked System
Software developed for:
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Capabilities:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Bar Code Capability
Contact/Prospect Management
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Electronic Fund Transfer Capabilities
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
General Ledger
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Job Costing
Lot Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Product Identification and Tracking
Profit Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote office Branch Capabilities (including Billing)
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Sales Commission
Scheduling
Shipping Paperwork
Split Commission Capabilities
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
330 Research Ct., Ste. 200
Norcross, GA 30092
(800) 448-1484
(770) 448-1484
Fax: (770) 448-3949
julie.pritchard@topform.com
www.topform.com
Software names: TopForm
Comments: TopForm is the No. 1 choice for distributors who have their sights set on growth. These distributors need powerful integrated operations software with real accounting at its core. They also need a full suite of real-time customizable e-commerce applications, including XML interoperability with their customers and vendors. From order management to wireless warehouse management, from document imaging and storage to fully integrated e-commerce, TopForm is the distributor’s solution for success.
Users: Distributors
Software available for:
Networked Systems
Software developed for:
IBM RS6000
UNIX
LINUX
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Bar Code Capability
Contact/Prospect Management
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Document Imaging
Document Repository
Electronic Fund Transfer Capabilities
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
General Ledger
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Job Costing
Lot Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Profit Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote Office/Branch Capabilities (Including Billing)
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Sales Commission
Shipping Paperwork
Split Commission Capabilities
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity
Wireless Warehouse Management
1103 Rocky Dr., Ste.103
West Lawn, PA 19609
(610) 898-1551, ext. 11
(800) 356-2772
Fax: (610) 898-1564
george@xebra.com
www.xebra.com
Software names: Xetex Xebra
Comments: Xetex Xebra is the ultimate business operations software for printing distributors. Now also available as an ASP model, distributors can have the full advantage of Xebra software with minimal start-up costs. From fully integrated e-commerce, including office supplies, to complete general ledger reporting, Xebra offers the latest in technology and software solutions for today’s distributors and their customers.
Users: Distributors and Manufacturers
Software available for:
Stand-Alone Use
Networked System
Software developed for:
Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows NT
Capabilities:
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Bar Code Capability
Contact/Prospect Management
Cost Center Accounting
Customer Acknowledgements
Customer Order History
Custom Reports
EDI Interface
Estimating/Pricing/Request for Quotation
Export Capabilities
Faxing
Forms/Print Management
General Ledger
Import Capabilities
Inventory Control
Job Costing
Lot Control
Mailing Lists/Mail Merge
Order Entry/Processing
Order Tracking
Press Interface Capabilities
Product Identification and Tracking
Production/Shop Floor Control
Profit Tracking
Quotation Tracking
Remote Client Access
Remote Office/Branch Capabilities (including Billing)
Remote Sales Rep Connectivity
Sales Analysis
Sales Commission
Scheduling
Shipping Paperwork
Shop Floor Data Collection
Split Commission Capabilities
Summary Billing
Supply Order Entry
User Definable Specifications
Vendor Analysis
Vendor History
Web Site Connectivity