Lawson channel partner Encompass secures deal and will manage implementation of Lawson M3 solution to help support production of thermoplastic resins
ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb 08, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Lawson Software (Nasdaq: LWSN) today announced that Encompass Solutions,
Inc., a Lawson channel partner in North America, has signed an ERP
software contract with The Matrixx Group. Under the agreement, The
Matrixx Group selected the Lawson M3 Enterprise Management System to
help support its business, operational and cost improvement initiatives.
The contract was signed during Lawson's second quarter of fiscal 2010,
which ended Nov. 30, 2009.
The Matrixx Group, based in Evansville, Indiana, is a division of
Citadel Plastics. The company develops high-quality thermoplastic resins
that are used in the manufacturing of power tools, lawn and garden
supplies, appliances, automotive components, electronics and
construction materials. Matrixx's manufacturing process involves
compounding resin with performance-enhancing additives matched
specifically to product needs. Today the company operates through five
manufacturing sites, with a product portfolio featuring compounded
grades of nylon, ABS, polycarbonate, PBT, PET, polypropylene, and
polyethylene.
"We chose the Lawson solution because we felt we needed to invest in a
new business system that could help us realize tangible financial and
operational benefits, while supporting our growth plans," said Matthew
D. McDonald, chief financial officer for Citadel Plastics Holding, Inc.
"During our software vendor evaluation we have been impressed by the
professionalism and expertise of the Encompass team as well as the
Lawson product offering. They have shown us deep knowledge of our
business and positioned the Lawson solution in a manner that separated
it from the competition."
The contract was signed through Lawson channel partner Encompass
Solutions, Inc. Founded in 2001, Encompass Solutions is a professional
services organization with experienced, senior consultants with
expertise in enterprise software and related business application
systems. Encompass delivers project planning and management through the
entire implementation, with a special focus on process improvement.
Encompass Solutions has been Lawson channel partner since February 2009.
"We are very pleased to have Encompass Solutions as a strong channel
partner for this project," said Jeff Farris, North America channel
manager for Lawson. "The whole sales and solution team has been
instrumental in meeting the needs of The Matrixx Group - by
demonstrating the value and business benefits that Lawson enterprise
applications can deliver."
About Lawson Software
Lawson Software provides software and service solutions to 4,500
customers in equipment service management and rental, fashion, food &
beverage, healthcare, manufacturing & distribution, public sector
(United States), service industries, and strategic human capital
management across 40 countries. Lawson Software is a global provider of
enterprise software, services and support to customers primarily in
three sectors: services, trade and manufacturing/distribution. Lawson's
solutions include Enterprise Performance Management, Human Capital
Management, Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resource Planning,
Customer Relationship Management, Manufacturing Resource Planning,
Enterprise Asset Management and industry-tailored applications. Lawson
solutions assist customers in simplifying their businesses or
organizations by helping them streamline processes, reduce costs and
enhance business or operational performance. Lawson is headquartered in
St. Paul, Minn., and has offices around the world. Visit Lawson online
at www.lawson.com.
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acting as the Certified Adviser.
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SOURCE: Lawson Software
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