Released on: February 4, 2008, 10:50 am

Press Release Author: Thomas R. Cutler

Industry: Software

Press Release Summary: ETO MES Leader Trakware Grows Dramatically Due to Randy
Richel

Press Release Body: According to Richel, P.Eng., CEO and General Manager of
Trakware, "The vast majority of companies rely on ERP and database management
capabilities to accomplish enterprise tasks today, emerging technologies, such as
next generation MES (manufacturing execution systems) manufacturing intelligence,
and business analytics are playing an increasingly important role. Since ETO
manufacturers have always been slower adopters of new technology it is not
surprising that over the next three years project-based manufacturers will pursue
rapid adoption of manufacturing intelligence solutions, business analytics, and
real-time KPIs enabling continuous improvement and provide the fuel for future
innovation."

Randy Richel, joined Trakware (www.trakware.com) in August, 2004. Previous to
Trakware, he held senior positions in global product development, software delivery,
software quality, product management, strategic partnering, while at
MessagingDirect/ACI Worldwide.


The term engineer-to-order (ETO) denotes a style of manufacturing rather than a
specific industry segment. Other synonymous terms are "project-based" or "custom"
manufacturers. ETO companies typically have distinct characteristics about the way
they conduct business that differentiate them from discrete or repetitive
manufacturers.

ETO companies build unique products designed to customer specifications. Each
product requires a unique set of item numbers, bills of material, and routings.
Estimates and quotations are required to win business. Products are complex with
long lead times, typically months or even years. Unlike standard products, the
customer is heavily involved throughout the entire design and manufacturing process.
Engineering changes are a way of life. Material is purchased not for inventory but
for a specific project. All actual costs are allocated to a project and tracked
against the original estimate. Once complete, the product is typically installed at
the customer's site. In most cases, aftermarket services continue throughout the
life of the product.


TRAKware provides an integrated solution for Manufacturing, Planning, and Control
(MPC) functions such as:

. estimating
. order entry
. project execution
. scheduling
. shop floor data collection
. purchasing/receiving
. shipping/invoicing
. job costing
. financial analysis
. accounting


Trakware Systems is the worldwide leader in manufacturing execution system (MES)
solutions for engineer-to-order (ETO) and project-based manufacturers maximizing
both profitability and productivity. Trakware specializes in lean business-critical
functions such as estimating, advanced scheduling, job costing, production
management and labor as well as material shop floor data collection. TRAKware
software fully integrates with existing ERP systems, as well as major software
providers for financials, engineering design, optimization, payroll and wireless
interaction for mobile workers. Trakware recognizes ETO manufacturing as a process
and includes a wide range of industry sectors including Architectural Woodworking,
Cabinets, Store Fixtures, Doors and Windows, Furniture, Oil and Gas Fabrication,
Solid Surface, Metal Fabrication, Yachts-building, and Custom Electronics.

Founded in 1995, Trakware's partners include Microsoft, Oracle, ADP, Sage, and
SolidWorks, Dell and TouchSystems. TRAKware software allows any manufacturer with
unique requirements of a custom engineered-to-order business, in any industry, to
have total control of each and every order through the plant. Trakware is the
leader in delivering innovative Manufacturing, Planning, and Control (MPC) solutions
for project-based manufacturers.



TRAKware Systems Inc.
www.trakware.com
Randy Richel, CEO
info@trakware.com
800-370-1849



Web Site: http://www.trakware.com

Contact Details: TRAKware Systems
1120-13 Mission Ave
St.Abert, Alberta, Canada