TietoEnator collaborates on component-based IT solutions for packaging industry
HELSINKI, April 9, 2008 (Press Release) - TietoEnator takes the lead in creating a component-based operations management solution supporting the needs of packaging companies. The solution combines the best available components on the market, Microsoft Dynamics platform, Lean Project's packaging solution and OM Partners' advanced planning solution.
TietoEnator co-operates with the leading technology and solution providers to provide optimal solutions. A component-based solution represents a modern way to build up industry-specific enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. The utilization of superior technologies enables fast implementation processes and flexible scalability features.
The new information technology solution for the packaging industry enables the extensive use of industry-specific features and the full benefits of a modern, flexible ERP solution. Microsoft Dynamics AX contains the needed generic ERP functionalities and forms a modern platform for component-based vertical solutions. Lean Projects' solution supports the business processes of packaging industries extending the ERP functionality of Microsoft Dynamics AX. The OMP Corrugated Board System developed by OM Partners provides the needed planning and production control functionalities, containing powerful optimization algorithms and advanced planning tools.
Ari Rahkonen Managing Director of Microsoft Finland said: "This solution shows an innovative approach to developing an industry-specific solution based on component technology."
Andreas Jegerlehner, Managing director of Lean Projects said: "This co-operation agreement opens up an excellent opportunity to formulate a total packaged solution in a credible way."
Risto Poutiainen, Vice President of TietoEnator Forest unit said: "Our full-service offering extends from forest and paper industry to packaging manufacturers. We saw the business need among our customers and took an active solution integrator role. We believe that this solution responds to the industry-specific needs of packaging and printing manufacturers and now we are able to offer a single point of contact for a comprehensive solution package containing project implementation and continuous services."
