7,500 Business Users Show Support for J.D. Edwards at Annual Users Conference, Quest Global 2003.Business Editors/Technology Writers DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 20, 2003 J.D. Edwards (J.D. Edwards & Company, Denver, CO, www.jdedwards.com) A developer of multinational, integrated enterprise software for distribution, finance, human resources, manufacturing and supply chain management. Reveals More Than 400 Product and Services Enhancements for ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) An integrated information system that serves all departments within an enterprise. Evolving out of the manufacturing industry, ERP implies the use of packaged software rather than proprietary software written by or for one customer. , Supply Chain and Customer Relationship Management Products More than 7,500 customers, prospects and business partners converged last week on the Colorado Convention Center The Colorado Convention Center is a multi-purpose convention center in downtown Denver, Colorado which recently underwent a major expansion. The expansion added 600,000 sq. feet of space and a 5,200 seat concert hall. The total area of the convention center is 1.2 million sq. feet. in a strong show of support for J.D. Edwards (Nasdaq:JDEC JDEC Joint Data Exchange Center (US/Russian missile warning) JDEC Joint Document Exploitation Center (US DoD) ), its products, services and the value it brings to business software customers, as part of the J.D. Edwards annual users conference, Quest Global 2003. At the event, J.D. Edwards took the opportunity to unveil more than 400 product and service enhancements and a number of strategic business partner initiatives -- all focused on making customers stronger. "The overwhelming participation of more than 7,500 customers and partners at Quest Global 2003, with their strong show of interest and enthusiasm for our products and services, is testament to the value J.D. Edwards brings to the marketplace," said Bob Dutkowsky, chairman, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of J.D. Edwards. "At the conference, we won a ringing endorsement from the industry for our present and future business strategy, including our agreement to merge with PeopleSoft, and for our entire suite of J.D. Edwards 5 products and services." Key product and services initiatives announced by J.D. Edwards last week include: -- The launch of a new software and services delivery model in which customers can leverage cost-effective, remote partner resources for implementation and ongoing support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services , through multi-tiered partnerships with Covansys Corporation This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. and other global consulting and services firms. -- The roll-out of a record-setting number of enhancements to J.D. Edwards 5 SCM (1) (Software Configuration Management, Source Code Management) See configuration management. (2) See supply chain management. and ERP software, tailored to meet the specific needs of consumer and industrial manufacturers and distributors around the globe. -- A strategy to more than triple J.D. Edwards' partner network in China over the next two years, ultimately growing a customer base that is already 1,600 strong in Asia Pacific. J.D. Edwards also announced several global contract wins during the conference, including Kidde PLC and Royal Numico. In addition, educational breakout sessions, Special Interest Group meetings and a forum of 350 CIOs hosted overflow crowds on subjects ranging from implementation and migration, to a range of industry-specific topics. J.D. Edwards took the opportunity to listen to its customers in order to better meet their needs with future products and product enhancements to its core line of business software, J.D. Edwards 5, including Enterprise Resource Planning See ERP. (application, business) Enterprise Resource Planning - (ERP) Any software system designed to support and automate the business processes of medium and large businesses. , Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Business Intelligence and Performance Management, Collaboration and Integration and Technology. On the heels of Quest Global 2003, J.D. Edwards experienced increased business activity, opportunities and realized many solid leads for its products and services across the globe. "The opportunity while at Quest to meet with company staff, executives, and partners, as well as my peers in the industry, has renewed my enthusiasm for the investment my company has made with J.D. Edwards," said Dave Richards For the American football player of the same name see David Richards (football player). Sir Dave Richards (born Walkley, Sheffield, England) is chairman of the FA Premier League, chairman of The Football Foundation, an FA Board Director and vice-chairman of The FA , CIO CIO: see American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. (Chief Information Officer) The executive officer in charge of information processing in an organization. of Pacific Steel. "The new products and product enhancements demonstrate that J.D. Edwards is still the right partner for our needs now and in the future. We look forward to realizing the tangible value and savings that will come with our investment." "The product enhancements announced specifically for industrial manufacturers and distributors reinforces why J.D. Edwards is my company's preferred business partner," said John Salaski, manager of application development at Hoffman Enclosures. "J.D. Edwards' commitment to our industry-specific needs is unmatched among competitors, and so naturally we are looking -- with great enthusiasm -- at how we can incorporate these SCM and ERP enhancements in the near future." "The success of Quest Global 2003 demonstrated a solid vote of confidence in J.D. Edwards and its future business relationships with its 6,700-plus customers," said Dave Watts Watts, residential section of south central Los Angeles. Named after C. H. Watts, a Pasadena realtor, the section became part of Los Angeles in 1926. Artist Simon Rodia's celebrated Watts Towers are there. , president of Quest, J.D. Edwards User Group. "Global turnout was very strong, despite travel warnings, SARS and economic malaise malaise /mal·aise/ (mal-az´) a vague feeling of discomfort. mal·aise n. A vague feeling of bodily discomfort, as at the beginning of an illness. . News and speculation over M&A activity did not show any signs of slowing commerce between J.D. Edwards and its legions of loyal customers." About J.D. Edwards & Company J.D. Edwards (Nasdaq:JDEC) makes customers stronger, enabling them to solve their most important business challenges. The company designs, develops and markets collaborative enterprise software and consulting, education and support services. J.D. Edwards' offerings are differentiated by a deeply ingrained in·grained adj. 1. Firmly established; deep-seated: ingrained prejudice; the ingrained habits of a lifetime. 2. attitude of listening to customers, innovating on their behalf, and delivering solutions as part of a results-oriented relationship. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Denver, Colo., J.D. Edwards focuses on long-term business partnerships and helping its 6,700 customers in more than 110 countries manage their business processes, supply chains, enterprise assets, and supplier and customer relationships. For more information: www.jdedwards.com or 1-800-727-5333. About Quest, J.D. Edwards User Group Quest Global Conference (formerly known as FOCUS), is the highly successful annual conference and vendor showcase presented by Quest, an independent organization of J.D. Edwards users, in partnership with J.D. Edwards. Quest Global Conference draws nearly 8,000 members of the J.D. Edwards user community worldwide to Denver each June for four days of networking, knowledge sharing, educational/professional development opportunities, and technology innovations. For more information, call 1-800-225-0517 (North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. ) or +1 859-226-4307, visit www.questdirect.org or e-mail questdirect@questnetx.org. The materials contained herein are summary in nature, subject to change, and intended for general information only. These materials reflect current plans for future software or enhancements that may require additional license fees to obtain, and do not represent a commitment by J.D. Edwards to develop or deliver such software or enhancements. Note to Editors: J.D. Edwards(R) is a registered trademark of J.D. Edwards & Company. JDE JDE Java Development Environment JDE Journal of Dental Education JDE Journal of Distance Education JDE J. D. Edwards and Company JDE Job Descriptor Entry (Xerox) JDE Joint Multi-User Detection and Multi-Channel Estimation JDE Joint Defence Exercise (TM) is a trademark of J.D. Edwards & Company. J.D. Edwards 5 is a trademark of J.D. Edwards World Source Company. The names of all products and services of J.D. Edwards used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of J.D. Edwards World Source Company. All other product names used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright (C) J.D. Edwards World Source Company 2003. |
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