IMPAC Technology and the American Supply Association Deliver Source ASA+ On the World Wide Web.Business Editors/Hi-Tech Writers EXTON, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 10, 2000 IMPAC IMPAC International Merchant Purchase Authorization Card IMPAC Intersegmental Major Preparation Articulated Curriculum IMPAC Information for Management, Planning, Analysis, and Coordination (National Institutes of Health) Technology, Inc. has joined with the American Supply Association to deliver Source ASA Asa (ā`sə), in the Bible, king of Judah, son and successor of Abijah. He was a good king, zealous in his extirpation of idols. When Baasha of Israel took Ramah (a few miles N of Jerusalem), Asa bought the help of Benhadad of Damascus and +, its popular electronic product catalog and database, on the World Wide Web. The site, www.sourceasa.com, was launched at the ASA Convention and NEX NEX abbr. Navy exchange 2000, in Chicago, October 4-7, 2000. "With Internet access See how to access the Internet. becoming commonplace in distributor operations, we decided to make Source ASA+ accessible to subscribers on the World Wide Web," said Kevin Price Kevin Price is a radio host in Houston, Texas. Born December 18, 1961 in Detroit, Michigan, he grew up in the small suburb of Ferndale, Michigan until the age of 13 when he and his family left the state for Texas. , Director of the ASA Center for Advancing Technology. "Our re-development efforts, released earlier this year already offered the look and feel of an Internet web site, though the information was still delivered on CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). . Partnering with IMPAC Technology will make the e-commerce functionality of Source ASA+ come alive, and be available to an even larger group of participants." IMPAC Technology will offer Internet hosting services to the Source ASA+ electronic product catalog as well as design and integration services to other ASA member company web sites that will be powered the by Source ASA+ program. In particular, the e-commerce web site of Texas-based Coburn Supply Co. is the first of a series developed by The ASA Center for Advancing Technology and IMPAC Technology; and is powered by Source ASA+ content and functionality. "In addition to the tremendous transaction cost savings offered by e-commerce, financial analysts predict that by the year 2003, business-to-business transactions on the Internet will total $1.3 trillion," said Price. "IMPAC Technology and its staff have the experience and expertise to collaborate with The Center in helping ASA members harness the power of E-Commerce for their businesses. They have a comprehensive approach that helps put the Internet to work building on the foundation of Source ASA+, and contributing directly to our member's bottom line." IMPAC Technology offers a host of flexible and scalable tools for developing online catalogs and e-stores that reflect individual merchant needs. All ASA member sites jointly developed by the ASA Tech Center and IMPAC Technology will: facilitate easy, online searches for products and services; offer pricing options tailored to individual customers; track and store online customer information, for use in future marketing programs; provide up-to-the-minute product and pricing information; report on order status and track shipments; and provide for secure credit card payment online. "Although electronic transmission of financial transactions is not a new phenomenon, the security of online transactions remains a concern for many companies embarking on an e-Business effort," said Jim Freed, 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. and founder of IMPAC Technology. "IMPAC addresses those concerns head-on, with a secure process for accepting, validating and completing transactions online. Our partnerships with 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) , Microsoft and CyberCash allow our developers to provide comprehensive digital store capabilities, ensuring the integrity of every transaction processed. Using tools that comply with the Secure Electronic Transaction Secure Electronic Transaction (SET) is a standard protocol for securing credit card transactions over insecure networks, specifically, the Internet. SET is not itself a payment system, but rather a set of security protocols and formats that enables users to employ the existing (SET) industry standard, IMPAC can provide for credit card clearing and settlement - posted directly to ASA members' accounts in an environment that is safe and secure." About IMPAC Technology IMPAC Technology is a leading provider of complete end-to-end e-Business solutions for the New Economy. The company provides a comprehensive range of e-commerce products and services to help their clients make their business e-Business. IMPAC solutions are designed to provide seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. from Web-based order entry through the shipment of the merchandise in a completely flexible and scalable application environment. Founded in 1991, IMPAC's mission is to develop, deploy and implement opportunistic e-Business strategies for its clients while helping them minimize their exposure to e-Business risk. IMPAC serves clients of all sizes in the financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. , pharmaceutical, distribution, and building trades industries. About ASA Center for Advancing Technology The ASA Center for Advancing Technology's mission is to improve the productivity of ASA members and the industry by promoting technology standardization and solutions within the PHCP PHCP Primary Health Care Provider PHCP Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Piping (industry) PHCP Payload Hazard Control Plan industry. The objectives of the Center include the facilitation of industry-wide technology development, education about the state of the art technology solutions and providing a central resource of information on technology. The American Supply Association is the national trade association of leading wholesale distributors and manufacturers of plumbing, heating, air conditioning and industrial piping products in the U.S. |
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