ABAS Named to START-IT 125 Top Industry Influencers

ABAS Software, a leading provider of ERP and eBusiness solutions for midmarket manufacturers and distributors, has been recognized as one of the Top 125 Manufacturing Technology Providers by START-IT Magazine. The START-IT 125 is a directory of the most influential technology providers in the manufacturing sector. Companies are selected by the editors of START-IT and its editorial advisory board.

	Karlsruhe, March, 17, 2008 – ABAS Software, a leading provider of ERP and eBusiness solutions for midmarket manufacturers and distributors, has been recognized as one of the Top 125 Manufacturing Technology Providers by START-IT Magazine. The START-IT 125 is a directory of the most influential technology providers in the manufacturing sector. Companies are selected by the editors of START-IT and its editorial advisory board.
	"Each year, we see more change in the manufacturing industry and the available technology, and each year the editors of START-IT must be more critical in examining the top 125 technology providers," said Peggy Smedley, editorial director of START-IT. "The START-IT 125 lets our readers know what the best solutions are, who can provide them, and how they can help manufacturers improve business practices." ABAS Software was distinguished among the list of top 125 technology providers based on its approach to providing its customers with ERP as a strategic investment. Its trademark solution, abas Business Software, is designed to adapt to its client’s changing business environment without impacting the upgrade path and allowing for significantly longer utilization. The company’s continual update strategy ensures that abas users will have a solution that can grow with their company and will never become outdated. As a result of this strategy, ABAS is still servicing many of the same customers who first implemented its package over 20 years ago. More information ...
	About ABAS Software AG
	Founded in 1980, ABAS provides cost-effective ERP and eBusiness 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 name abas Business Software (ERP, PPC, MRP, eBusiness) runs on Linux 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.
	Further information on ABAS: info@abas.com.au Phone: (03) 9526 6920 Fax: (03) 9529 2663