DPS Announces Availability of DPS PocketFlash Release 2.0; PocketFlash Targets the Mobile Field Force With Customer, Product, Pricing Data.Business Editors INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 18, 2004 DPS Minicomputer series from Bull HN. 1. (language, text) DPS - Display PostScript. 2. (language) DPS - A real-time language with direct expression of timing requests. ["Language Constructs for Distributed Real-Time PRogramming", I. (Data Processing data processing or information processing, operations (e.g., handling, merging, sorting, and computing) performed upon data in accordance with strictly defined procedures, such as recording and summarizing the financial transactions of a Services, Inc.), a software development, consulting, and services company dedicated to the wholesale distribution market, announces general availability of Release 2.0 of its DPS PocketFlash(TM) handheld e-business application for the mobile field force: field sales reps and route sales drivers. DPS PocketFlash runs on handheld devices with the Microsoft(R) Pocket PC operating system operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. and provides an extension of the popular Sales Force Interface functions of the DPS Flash(TM) e-business application. Typical use begins with data synchronization Keeping data in two or more computers up-to-date so that each repository contains the identical information. Data in handheld devices and laptops often require synchronization with the data in a desktop machine or server. to extract data from the 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. system to the handheld. Customer, Product, and Pricing databases on the handheld may then be used for field order entry supporting deliver now (from truck) or deliver later (from warehouse). PocketFlash holds transactions for later transmission to the ERP system, either through cellular connection, wireless LAN, or modem/docking station. The same connection may also be used for real-time order inquiry that provides direct access to the order summary and detail from the ERP application. DPS markets its handheld e-business product to help wholesalers connect with their customers with accurate and customer specific information when on the road. The tool contains a rich toolset including product information, customer specific pricing, availability, order entry, payment options, receipt printing, deliver now or deliver later options, order status, and daily summary reports. DPS PocketFlash works in concert with the distributor's business management ERP system to put accurate information in the hands of their mobile workforce. For more information on the DPS PocketFlash 2.0, please attend the Product Announcement Webcast to be held Wednesday, February 25, 2004, at 11:00 AM EST EST electroshock therapy. EST abbr. electroshock therapy . You may enroll for the webcast at www.dpslink.com/webinar/feb25pflashwebcast.html. Or visit the DPS website at www.dpslink.com for company and product information. About DPS Data Processing Services (DPS), Inc. is a software development, consulting, and services company as well as an IBM (International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY, www.ibm.com) The world's largest computer company. IBM's product lines include the S/390 mainframes (zSeries), AS/400 midrange business systems (iSeries), RS/6000 workstations and servers (pSeries), Intel-based servers (xSeries) Premier Business Partner serving the software, hardware, and services needs of wholesale distributors. DPS specializes in the development and implementation of software products in the areas of distribution and financial management, warehouse management, and e-business for the wholesale distribution industry. A privately held company privately held company A firm whose shares are held within a relatively small circle of owners and are not traded publicly. , DPS is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, with offices in Chicago and Canada. For more information on DPS and its business solutions, visit the company's website at www.dpslink.com or call (800) 654-4689 or (888) 387-6136 in Canada. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. |
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