ToolsGroup DPM Software Earns SAP NetWeaver® Integration Certification

Business Wire, Nov 10, 2005

BOSTON -- ToolsGroup, the leading supplier of distribution-focused inventory optimization solutions, today announced that its DPM software solution has achieved certification for its integration via the SAP NetWeaver(R) platform, earning the designation "Certified for SAP NetWeaver".

ToolsGroup was awarded certification for its DPM 5.1.0 solution integrated with SAP NetWeaver. The integration is made possible by ToolsGroup's Content Inventory Optimization 30.1, provided for SAP NetWeaver Exchange Infrastructure (SAP NetWeaver XI).

For companies that rely on SAP(R) solutions, this certification provides a configurable way to deploy ToolsGroup's inventory optimization software solution from SAP solution-based environments, and use it to achieve near-perfect customer service levels and to lower finished goods inventory and operating costs.

"For years, ToolsGroup has helped companies reduce working capital by improving inventory positioning and mix," said Joseph Shamir, CEO of ToolsGroup. "And now, by working closely with SAP to deliver a totally integrated solution, we've shown our commitment to help other customers benefit from a more streamlined and efficient solution for optimizing inventory."

About ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup provides inventory optimization software solutions for distribution-intensive businesses. Its powerful stochastic solution optimizes multi-echelon distribution chain inventory, from finished goods assembly to the end consumer, and from strategic network design to daily operations. It allows supply chain managers to meet demanding service levels, while reducing inventory and operating costs. With more than 90 customers in 29 countries, it is the most experienced inventory optimization software provider worldwide. For more information on ToolsGroup and its solutions, please visit www.ToolsGroup.com.

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