Karlsruhe and Hong Kong, May 05, 2008 – This award was presented by the editorial staff of Linux Pilot magazine during the "Linux & OSS Best Solution 2008" ceremony held on April 17th. It is the third time that the abas ERP system has been distinguished with this award.

The "Linux & OSS Best Solution" event is held to encourage the use of Linux and OSS in empowering business and consumer solutions. The abas ERP system was granted the award for offering an IT solution based on the Linux platform that offers long-term commercial benefits and devotes itself to improving the operational efficiency of manufacturers in mainland China and Hong Kong.

In recent years, both the internal and external Chinese manufacturing environments have undergone much change. Vincent Lau, COO of Abas-PRC, explains, "Last year, manufacturers in eastern China were faced with the pressure of the 'Four Shortages' and 'Four Increases'. 'Four Shortages' includes the shortage of manpower, land, water and electricity; 'Four Increases' includes the increase in raw materials pricing, oil prices and salary, as well as Renminbi appreciation which has greatly increased manufacturers' operational costs. Given the mounting difficulties in today’s environment, manufacturers intent on developing their brands have quickened steps to invest in an ERP system to enhance operation efficiency, strengthen management and decrease the adverse effects brought on by the "Four Shortages" and "Four Increases".

As proven in being a 3rd time Linux Award recipient, abas ERP is able to satisfy the requirements of developing enterprises and help manufacturers improve operation efficiency. Building on 28 years of experience in manufacturing enterprise services, abas ERP allows manufacturing companies to plan efficient processes during production, purchase and sales, as well as realize operation management objectives and achieve high levels of return on investment.

About Abas Business Solutions (PRC) Ltd.

Founded in 2003, Abas Business Solutions (PRC) Ltd. is a recognized leader in delivering collaborative ERP solutions. With locations in Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Shanghai, it aims to provide comprehensive ERP software and IT services, from consulting to software development, to SMEs in China.

About ABAS Software AG

Founded in 1980, ABAS provides cost-effective solutions to over 2,000 customers and more than 45,000 users worldwide, with solutions offered in 28 languages. ABAS was named number one in customer satisfaction in the ERP 2007, 2005, 2003, and 2002 studies published by the Konradin Group. ABAS ranked first in price/performance ratio, functional fit, stability, ease of use and upgrades. The study shows that the package requires a third less time to implement and a total investment well under the ERP average. The brand abas Business Software (ERP, PPC, MRP, eBusiness) runs on Linux, Unix and Windows. Approximately 80% of all installations to-date are Linux-based. ABAS is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany and sells its software worldwide through its partner network. For more information, visit: www.abassoftware.com

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