Sage names Preactor as global endorsed solution for Sage ERP X3

Issued by Watt Communications & G Watt Design for Sage Enterprise
Johannesburg, 02 May 2013

It has been officially announced at the Sage ERP X3 global convention, held in Berlin recently, that Preactor is now an endorsed solution for Sage ERP X3. Sage ERP X3 users around the world will have access to advanced planning and scheduling solutions from Preactor, thanks to the deal between the two businesses.

Because Preactor is now an endorsed solution, anyone selling the Sage software will also be able to provide Preactor software to complement it. This includes all of Sage's global network, covering both subsidiaries and partners.

Preactor products allow companies to schedule production to make optimum use of finite resources to meet manufacturing deadlines. Preactor software is designed to integrate with other software such as ERP systems, which is one reason why Sage has selected Preactor as an endorsed solution.

The companies have a longstanding relationship, with selected Sage ERP X3 accounts already having access to Preactor. Preactor is a global partner of Sage, and is certified for use alongside Sage products internationally. The worldwide presence of Preactor, and therefore its capability to support Sage users and provide local support wherever they are based, was a deciding factor in the decision to endorse Preactor.

Christophe Vanack`ere, COO of Sage ERP X3, said: "We are delighted to welcome Preactor as a new endorsed solution.

"We have already recommended Preactor advanced planning and scheduling products to selected Sage customers around the world, and so have seen the products in action. Because our products complement each other, it makes sense for us to now offer Preactor products alongside Sage products to all our customers worldwide, in order to provide a holistic solution."

The Preactor Group's CEO, Mike Novels, added: "As a global partner of Sage, we have already had the opportunity of working with them on many projects across various business sectors, where we have implemented joint solutions for their clients.

"Becoming an endorsed solution for Sage ERP X3 cements this relationship and opens up a wealth of international opportunities for us to work together."

Preactor software is already used by more than 4 500 customers across 75 countries, and is translated into over 30 languages.

Sage ERP Africa

Sage ERP Africa is a provider of business management solutions, including financial, distribution, service management, retail, warehouse management, project costing, manufacturing and CRM, to the mid-range market. Sage ERP solutions are delivered to 130 countries exclusively through a global network of solution providers, including over 150 throughout Africa. The Sage ERP Africa product line includes: Sage ERP X3, Sage 300 ERP (formerly Sage ERP Accpac), Sage ERP 1000, Sage CRM and Sage RMS, as well as Sage third-party partner solutions. With a choice of languages, currencies, locations and legislations - Sage ERP offers efficient multi-company and multinational solutions.

Sage

The Sage Group is a leading global provider of business management software to small and medium-sized companies, creating greater freedom for them to succeed. Sage understands how and why each business is unique. It provides products and services that suit varying needs, are a pleasure to use and are secure and efficient. Formed in 1981, Sage was floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989 and entered the FTSE 100 in 1999. Sage has over 6 million customers and more than 13 500 employees in 24 countries covering the UK and Ireland, mainland Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia, Asia and Brazil.

For further information, please visit www.sagesouthafrica.co.za and www.sage.com.

The Preactor Group

The Preactor Group of companies represents world leadership in production planning and scheduling software used by a wide range of businesses. Frequently integrated with ERP, MES and supply chain management solutions, Preactor's breakthrough technology is used by more than 4 500 small, medium and large multinational companies located in 75 countries.

The Preactor Group and its subsidiaries have established partnerships with more than 400 companies located around the world to provide local expertise to support the implementation of the solution for each company. These 1 000+ accredited professionals offer a key resource working closely with users to ensure each company's unique requirements are met.

The current trends in manufacturing are towards lowering inventory levels to reduce costs, yet still being able to respond to shorter lead times to satisfy customer demand. Preactor offers a family of applications ranging from mid- and long-term capacity planning to detailed scheduling, and is translated into over 30 languages.

Preactor celebrates its 21th anniversary this year. For more information about Preactor, visit the Web site at http://www.preactor.com and follow on Twitter at http://twitter.com/Preactor.

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Sage names Preactor as global endorsed solution for Sage ERP X3

It has been officially announced that Preactor is now an endorsed solution for Sage ERP X3.