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For Immediate Release:
OpenAir customer featured at Mass High Tech Leadership Seminar
Kewill explains benefits of Software-as-a-Service
October 25, 2006 (BOSTON) Kewill Systems plc, the leading provider
of global order-to-delivery solutions for enterprises of all sizes
around the world, will be featured at a Massachusetts Technology
Leadership Council event focused on software-as-a-service (SaaS).
Kewill (LON:KWL) is a long-standing customer of OpenAir, the world's
leading provider of professional services automation (PSA) software,
and has relied on OpenAir's PSA software for its services
organization.
Kewill's Vice President of Technology, Michael Stowe, will be
presenting on how embracing SaaS has changed Kewill's business.
"Customers like Kewill exemplify the types of firms that realize
enormous value by relying on OpenAir," said OpenAir CEO Morris
Panner. "We are proud to serve Kewill, which is a technology market
and thought leader."
The forum, titled "Maximizing the Business Benefits of Software as a
Service from the Customer's Perspective" will provide an in-depth
examination of the SaaS business model, based on the experience and
learning of actual customers. The agenda includes a panel discussion
highlighting the decision and implementation, two interactive
break-out sessions examining specifics and complexities, and a
general plenary session. The forum will be held on Friday, October
27th in Waltham, MA. For more information, please visit
www.masstlc.org.
About Michael Stowe
Mike is responsible for the technical architecture and innovation
for Kewill's enterprise shipping solutions. Michael Stowe joined
Kewill April 2004 as part of the ShipNow technology acquisition,
where as CTO, he directed their technology strategy. Michael was
formerly with AAR Corp., where he restructured its IT department and
headed e-commerce and logistics projects. In his most recent AAR
position he led the team that successfully created (from business
plan and funding through staffing and managing) AeroSpan, an online
marketplace for aviation. He is widely regarded as an expert in the
fields of user interface design, software architecture, and the
Oracle database and tools.
About Kewill
Kewill is the leading provider of global order-to-delivery solutions
for enterprises of all sizes around the world. Our solutions increase
the profitability of our clients by dramatically enhancing
efficiency, reducing costs, and generating a strong return on
investment (ROI). Whether you trade with an extended supplier and
carrier base, ship goods, or require international trade compliance
for your global needs, Kewill's Business Suite for Supply Chain
Execution can manage all of your business requirements. From the
placement of an initial order into the extended supply chain through
to the delivery of goods to the customer, we deliver value that
exceeds your expectations.
About OpenAir
OpenAir Professional Services Automation (PSA) software enables
professional services firms to gain controls and insight on their
financial best practices. OpenAir empowers executives to track
projects, teams, and billable hours for improving employee
utilization and to streamline project management. OpenAir Consulting
provides both expert deployment advice on the OpenAir product as well
as Services Best Practices Consulting as part of the OpenAir
Optimize(TM) Services Program. Relying on a team of former Bain,
Cambridge Technology Partners and Mercer consultants, OpenAir has
developed comprehensive programs for both the Software-as-a-Service
(SaaS) deployment paradigm as well as for the services vertical
industries. OpenAir has helped leading services organizations across
six continents increase profits through the subscription-based
solution. For additional information, openair.com.
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