International Absorbents Selects Ross' iRenaissance Enterprise Software to Provide End-to-End Visibility Throughout Its Entire Supply Chain.ATLANTA -- Pet Care and Industrial Products Process Manufacturer Looks to Ross for Enterprise Solutions to Streamline Manufacturing and Comply with Quality Controls Ross Systems, Inc. ("Ross"), a global provider of enterprise software solutions for manufacturers and a division of CDC See Control Data, century date change and Back Orifice. CDC - Control Data Corporation Software, the enterprise software company of CDC Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : CHINA), today announced that International Absorbents Inc., a leading developer and producer of environmentally friendly Environmentally friendly, also referred to as nature friendly, is a term used to refer to goods and services considered to inflict minimal harm on the environment.[1] pet care and industrial products, has chosen the iRenaissance enterprise software solution to improve visibility throughout its enterprise. The company also looks to streamline manufacturing processes and ensure adherence to both internal quality controls and industry compliance regulations. Engaged in the development and manufacture of proprietary, cost-effective absorbent absorbent /ab·sor·bent/ (-sor´bent) 1. able to take in, or suck up and incorporate. 2. a tissue structure involved in absorption. 3. a substance that absorbs or promotes absorption. products, International Absorbents is dedicated to producing environmentally safe, non-toxic, lightweight products that are utilized in a broad range of industries and applications. Looking to upgrade its legacy system to better accommodate its growing niche market A niche market also known as a target market is a focused, targetable portion (subset) of a market sector. By definition, then, a business that focuses on a niche market is addressing a need for a product or service that is not being addressed by mainstream providers. , the company searched for a solution that was specifically tailored to its unique process manufacturing The manufacturing industry that uses process control systems. See process control. requirements. "Based on Ross' focus in the natural products industries and its reputation as a strong technology partner, we chose iRenaissance to address the visibility and control needs of our increasing demand," said Gordon L. Ellis, chairman of International Absorbents. "With the implementation of iRenaissance, we look to become more efficient in our manufacturing processes, helping us produce cost-effective, high-quality products that will help us create dynamic customer relationships." With iRenaissance as its operational system of record, International Absorbents will benefit from the ability to generate comprehensive records of all processes and movements within its supply chain, a key element in the company's quality control measurements and compliance with industry regulations, such as the Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), independent agency of the U.S. government, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. It was established in 1970 to reduce and control air and water pollution, noise pollution, and radiation and to ensure the safe handling and (EPA EPA eicosapentaenoic acid. EPA abbr. eicosapentaenoic acid EPA, n.pr See acid, eicosapentaenoic. EPA, n. ) and Sarbanes-Oxley. These data collection tools will also allow International Absorbents to gain complete production control, helping meet customer expectations through increased efficiencies. "At Ross, it is our mission to fully understand the industry-specific challenges of our customers," said Scot McLeod, vice president of marketing for Ross Systems. "With a proven technology foundation, we deliver cost-effective solutions to forward-thinking companies such as International Absorbents, providing them with the tools necessary to take a strong, competitive stance in their respective markets and position their companies for future growth." About International Absorbents International Absorbents Inc. develops, manufactures and markets patented and proprietary, cost-effective consumer and commercial products derived from recycled, renewable materials. These environmentally safe products outperform Outperform An analyst recommendation meaning a stock is expected to do slightly better than the market return. Notes: Exact definitions vary by brokerage, but in general this rating is better than neutral and worse than buy or strong buy. conventional products used in a broad range of consumer and industrial applications, including retail/commercial pet bedding and litter, oil and hazardous liquid spill cleanup and control, oil/water filtration, and packaging. For more information, visit www.absorbent.com. About Ross Systems Ross Systems, Inc., a software unit of CDC Corporation (NASDAQ: CHINA), delivers innovative software solutions that help manufacturers worldwide fulfill their business growth objectives through increased operational efficiencies, improved profitability, strengthened customer relationships and streamlined regulatory compliance. Focused on the food and beverage F&B is a common abbreviation in the United States and Commonwealth countries, including Hong Kong. F&B is typically the widely accepted abbreviation for "Food and Beverage," which is the sector/industry that specializes in the conceptualization, the making of, and delivery of foods. , life sciences, chemicals, metals and natural products industries and implemented by more than 1,200 customer companies worldwide, the company's family of Internet-architected solutions is a comprehensive, modular suite that spans the enterprise, from manufacturing, financials and supply chain management to customer relationship management, performance management and regulatory compliance. For more information, visit www.rossinc.com. About CDC Corporation CDC Corporation (NASDAQ: CHINA) is focused on enterprise software, mobile applications and online games. As part of its strategic review the company has reorganized re·or·gan·ize v. re·or·gan·ized, re·or·gan·iz·ing, re·or·gan·iz·es v.tr. To organize again or anew. v.intr. To undergo or effect changes in organization. into two primary operating business units, CDC Software and China.com Inc. About CDC Software CDC Software, the software unit of CDC Corporation, offers a broad range of software solutions for mid-sized enterprises. These products are utilized by approximately 3,500 customers worldwide. For more information about CDC Corporation and CDC Software, please visit the website www.cdccorporation.net. Forward Looking Statements This press release includes "forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. " within the meaning of the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995, including statements relating to relating to relate prep → concernant relating to relate prep → bezüglich +gen, mit Bezug auf +acc expected results to be achieved by International Absorbents based on its utilization of Ross Systems iRenaissance solution such as gaining enhanced visibility into systems company-wide, complying with quality control and industry regulations, increasing customer satisfaction and supporting overall company growth. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties and changes in circumstances. There are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward looking statements including, among others: the conditions of specific vertical markets; the continued ability of Ross' solutions to address industry-specific and regulatory requirements Regulatory requirements are part of the process of drug discovery and drug development. Regulatory requirements describe what is necessary for a new drug to be approved for marketing in any particular country. ; demand for and market acceptance of new and existing enterprise software and services and the positioning of Ross' solutions in targeted industries, including food & beverage, life sciences, metals, chemicals and natural products. Further information on risks or other factors that could cause results to differ are detailed in filings or submissions with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission made by our parent, CDC Corporation, including its Annual Report for the year ended December 31, 2004 on Form 20-F filed on June 30, 2005 (and amended on October 11, 2005). All forward-looking statements included in this press release are based upon information available to management as of the date of the press release, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward looking statements which speak only as of the date of this press release. The company assumes no obligation to update or alter the forward looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. |
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