VAI's Robust MRP Solution Elevates Aiphone's Business Operations

Aiphone Corp. USA, the Japan-based intercom systems manufacturer, has recently announced that it is optimizing its core business functions with VAI’s Material Requirements Planning (MRP) solution. Based in Nagoya, Japan, Aiphone exports to over 60 countries with its marketing and sales distribution center near Seattle, Washington. Aiphone products range from simple do-it-yourself door answering units to sophisticated video entry security systems, complex microprocessor-based commercial systems, and luxury condo/apartment security and communication systems.  

As the company's business grew into more complex markets, Aiphone Corp. USA needed an IT solution that would be able to predict interruptions, dissect data in real time and streamline the sales process. With VAI’s MRP solution, Aiphone Corp. USA is now able to respond to changes in supply and demand more quickly while maintaining a deeper view into production analytics. Aiphone Corp. USA has experienced a significant increase in business productivity, sales and performance after installing and implementing VAI’s full MRP solution.

VAI is an independent mid-market ERP software developer renowned for its flexible solutions and ability to automate critical business functions for the distribution, manufacturing, specialty retail and service sectors. An IBM Premier Business Partner, VAI is the 2012 IBM Beacon Award Winner for Outstanding Solutions for Midsize Businesses. To learn more about the implementation, VAI's MRP solutions, and other products, visit the VAI Newsroom.

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VAI Provides "Role-Based" Computing with S2K Enterprise Release 5.4.

New S2K Web Client Provides Flexible Interface to Enhance User Productivity

RONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VAI (Vormittag Associates, Inc.), a leading provider of ERP software, announced that Release 5.4 will offer a windows client and a web client for an enhanced user experience. The S2K Web Client will provide anywhere, anytime access from any device with a browser, and provide seamless integration with other web applications. Additionally, this interface will enable social possibilities with integration to IBM’s Smart Cloud for Social Business platform. The IBM Smart Cloud Solution provides enterprise-grade file sharing, communities, web meetings, mail and calendar for any organization.

“ERP systems today provide a wealth of applications and functions that can sometimes overwhelm the user”

By running business applications through a web browser, users can leverage VAI’s S2K Enterprise Portal technology to create role-based access where screens, applications, and dashboards have been consolidated and customized for the specific role of the user. Through the use of single sign-on, the user can consolidate multiple applications including S2K CRM, S2K Analytics, S2K Enterprise and IBM Smart Cloud, all within one browser session. Additionally, users can configure their own workspace by accessing a myriad of S2K and collaborative portlets that can be arranged on their home screen for immediate access to essential information.

“ERP systems today provide a wealth of applications and functions that can sometimes overwhelm the user,” said Joe Scioscia, VP of Sales, VAI. “Allowing users to tailor their screens to the exact applications and information that is important to their role will increase employee productivity and allow the user to react quickly to business demands. Role-based computing is the next evolution of ERP software and VAI is excited to bring this dynamic user experience to our client base with S2K Enterprise Release 5.4.”

About VAI (Vormittag Associates, Inc.)

VAI is a leading independent mid-market ERP software developer renowned for its flexible solutions and ability to automate critical business functions for the distribution, manufacturing, specialty retail and service sectors. An IBM Premier Business Partner, VAI is the 2012 IBM Beacon Award Winner for Outstanding Solutions for Midsize Businesses. VAI continues to innovate with new solutions that leverage analytics, business intelligence, mobility and cloud technology to help customers make more informed business decisions in real-time and empower their mobile workforces. VAI is headquartered in Ronkonkoma, NY with branch offices in Florida, Illinois and California. For more information, visit www.vai.net, follow @VAISoftware on Twitter or “like us” on facebook.com/VAISoftware.

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