American Tech Ships Version 3.0 of PurchasingNet Software.HOLMDEL, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 10, 1997-- Browser-Based Requisitioning Software Adds Push Approval Technology American Tech, Inc. today announced it is now shipping Version 3.0 of PurchasingNet, its Intranet-based Requisitioning and Direct Ordering software. The Requisitioning Approval Process now incorporates Push Technology to notify the appropriate individuals that a requisition has been generated which requires their approval. The requisition can then be reviewed and approved (or rejected) with a single mouse click. The software supports an unlimited number of approval levels and routings. A Browser-based approval process is also available. PurchasingNet is a Browser-based Requisitioning and Direct Ordering software product that can be a front-end to any existing system. It helps streamline the non-production Purchasing and Requisitioning process in mid to large sized organizations. The software resides on a Windows NT (Windows New Technology) A 32-bit operating system from Microsoft for Intel x86 CPUs. NT is the core technology in Windows 2000 and Windows XP (see Windows). Available in separate client and server versions, it includes built-in networking and preemptive multitasking. server and can be accessed by any PC, Mac, or Unix machine via a standard browser. PurchasingNet can be integrated with any ODBC (Open DataBase Connectivity) A database programming interface from Microsoft that provides a common language for Windows applications to access databases on a network. compliant database. "American Tech has always been a pioneer in the business of using new technology to improve the purchasing process Purchasing Purchasing is the formal process of buying goods and services. The Purchasing Process can vary from one organization to another but there are some key elements that are common throughout The process usually starts with a 'Demand' or requirements . Purchasing Net is more than an improvement; it's a breakthrough. Version 3.0 of PurchasingNet will reduce phone calls and questions by 80%, get the Purchasing Department Noun 1. purchasing department - the division of a business that is responsible for purchases business department - a division of a business firm out of the transaction processing Updating the appropriate database records as soon as a transaction (order, payment, etc.) is entered into the computer. It may also imply that confirmations are sent at the same time. Transaction processing systems are the backbone of an organization because they update constantly. grind, and free Purchasing Departments to concentrate on their true value-added functions...customer service and cost reduction," said Tim McEneny, 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 American Tech. American Tech, Inc. is a developer and marketer of software applications for corporate Purchasing Departments. Founded in 1983, American Tech's mission is to streamline purchasing processes by exploiting innovative, yet mainstream technologies. The company's flagship product A primary product of a company, which is typically why the company was founded and/or what made it well known. For example, MS-DOS, Windows and the Microsoft Office suite have been flagship products of Microsoft. CorelDRAW is a flagship product of Corel Corporation. , PO Writer Plus, was the first PC-based purchasing system, the first LAN-based purchasing system and the first Windows-based purchasing system. PO Writer Plus now commands more than a 60% share of the market for dedicated purchasing systems and is used by more than 1,200 organizations to automate their Purchasing Departments. Customers of American Tech are positioned in all industries and include Time Warner, Hewlett Packard, Franklin Templeton and multiple Blue Cross & Blue Shield Blue Shield A US not-for-profit health care insurer that is a reimbursement intermediary for physicians. Cf Blue Cross. Plans. CONTACT: American Tech, Inc., Holmdel Monica Donohue, 732/946-8844 x125 |
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