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EST Analytical Selects Omnify Software PLM to Establish Paperless Processes for ISO Certification(Marketwire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) TEWKSBURY, MA -- (Marketwired) -- 08/12/14 -- Omnify Software, a leading provider of web-based Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software for discrete manufacturers, today unveils its latest Empower PLM application story featuring EST Analytical, a manufacturer, distributor and service provider of analytical instruments and lab equipment. EST Analytical implemented the Empower PLM solution in order to replace paper-based product development and business processes in preparation for ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certification. EST managed product information with a combination of multiple disconnected spreadsheets and databases. This made it difficult to find, track and share items such as Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Quality/Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) records. The company initially set out to find a document control system to establish paperless processes but found that a PLM system would address more of their challenges. "We selected Omnify Software because of what it brought to the table that standalone document control systems could not," said Tony Batt, Quality Control Manager for EST Analytical. "With Omnify Empower we have been able to standardize business processes and centralize the management of documents, revision control and CAPAs in order to deliver consistent product to our customers and meet ISO compliance." Omnify Empower is well accepted within the company and is recognized as a key tool in controlling information and processes for ISO compliance. About one third of the company is using Omnify Empower with users from Engineering/R&D, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Sales and Service departments. The company has embraced several core concepts of the system by utilizing multiple modules including: Change Management, Bill of Material (BOM) Management, Quality Management, Project Management and integration with their Sage 100 ERP system. This enabled them to combine various manual processes into a single automated system with traceability on all changes. The company plans to take their Omnify Empower PLM investment even further with Non-Conforming Material (NCM) processing and trending, integration to their SOLIDWORKS® 3D CAD system, and utilizing the Training Management module for ISO required tools/equipment calibration management. "As customers like EST look to establish paperless business process across their organization, they want a solution that encompasses all of the information associated to a product and that can easily integrate with their existing systems," stated Chuck Cimalore, Chief Technology Officer for Omnify Software. "Empower PLM emphasizes the importance of a complete product record by providing a holistic view of product, quality, project and training information as well as a flexible integration platform for sharing information with customers' design and manufacturing systems." To read and download the case study, visit: http://www.omnifysoft.com/Customers/Success.aspx?customer=35 About Omnify Software Omnify Software, the leading provider of business-ready Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions for discrete manufacturers, helps OEMs shorten development cycles, accelerate product innovation and improve bottom-line profitability. Omnify's commitment to customer success has resulted in a unique solution that is quick to implement, easy to use, and provides an open integration platform built on the Microsoft .NET Framework. Our web-based solution offers flexible deployment options that allow customers to deploy on-premises, in the cloud or via a hybrid approach. Omnify is well-known for superior customer service, delivering outstanding training, development and support with a team of experienced technology professionals. For more information about Omnify Software Product Lifecycle Management, please call 978-988-3800, email [email protected] or visit www.omnifysoft.com, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube; or subscribe to the Omnify Software RSS Feed. "Omnify" is a registered trademark of Omnify Software. Any trade, product or service name referenced in this document using the name "Omnify" is a trademark and/or property of Omnify Software. All other trade, product, or service names referenced in this release may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Media Contacts: Alaine Portnoy Omnify Software Email Contact 978-988-3800 Valerie Harding Ripple Effect Communications Email Contact 617-536-8887 Source: Omnify Software |