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MIAMI – June 19, 2007 – New Generation Computing®
(NGC®), a market leader in PLM, global sourcing and ERP software
for the fashion, apparel and footwear industries, today
announced that Mark Burstein has been named vice president of
PLM solutions.
In his new role, Burstein will work closely with NGC and its
customers on the continued enhancement and future direction of
NGC’s e-PLM solution for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
Burstein retains his current responsibilities in sales and sales
management as he assumes his new position.
The increased focus on PLM reflects the growing importance of
Product Lifecycle Management in the apparel and retail industry.
“Sales of NGC’s PLM solutions are increasing rapidly, and NGC’s
approach – an end-to-end solution that includes PLM and global
sourcing – is resonating in the market,” said Alan Brooks,
president, NGC. “In his new position, Mark will help ensure that
NGC continues to respond to the strong customer demand for our
PLM solutions.”
e-PLM is part of NGC’s SQL Series, which also includes e-SPS®
for global sourcing and visibility and RedHorse® software for
apparel ERP, as well as solutions for shop floor control and
shipping. The SQL Series can be deployed as integrated,
end-to-end solutions or best-of-breed.
About New Generation Computing
New Generation Computing (NGC) is a market leader in PLM
(Product Lifecycle Management), e-SPS (global sourcing &
visibility), and ERP software for the fashion, apparel and
footwear industries. Every day NGC solutions help hundreds of
leading companies – including VF Corporation®, A|X Armani
Exchange®, Carter’s®, Casual Male Retail Group®, Goody’s Family
Clothing, Maggy London, Landau Uniform®, Hugo Boss®, Dick’s
Sporting Goods, Vikki Vi, Isda & Co., Lululemon Athletica®,
Tristan & America®, Axis®, Wilson’s Leather®, Yellow River, and
many others. They gain real-time visibility, improved speed to
market, and enhanced quality control throughout their supply
chain. NGC has offices in Miami, New York, Los Angeles, China,
India, Mexico and El Salvador. NGC is a wholly owned subsidiary
of American Software Inc. (NASDAQ: AMSWA). For more information,
visit www.ngcsoftware.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are
subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. There are a
number of factors that could cause actual results to differ
materially from those anticipated by statements made herein.
These factors include, but are not limited to, changes in
general economic conditions, technology and the market for the
Company's products and services, including economic conditions
within the e-commerce markets; the timely availability and
market acceptance of these products and services; the Company’s
ability to satisfy in a timely manner all SEC required filings
and the requirements of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of
2002 and the rules and regulations adopted under that Section;
the challenges and risks associated with integration of acquired
product lines and companies; the effect of competitive products
and pricing; the uncertainty of the viability and effectiveness
of strategic alliances; and the irregular pattern of the
Company's revenues. For further information about risks the
Company could experience as well as other information, please
refer to the Company's Form 10-K for the year ended April 30,
2006 and other reports and documents subsequently filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. For more information,
contact: Vincent C. Klinges, Chief Financial Officer, American
Software, Inc., (404) 264-5477 or fax: (404) 237-8868.
Media Contacts:
Nancy Brooks Jeff Ketner
Vice President, Marketing KetnerBarnes Inc. (for NGC)
nancy@ngcsoftware.com jeff@ketnerbarnes.com
(305) 556-9122 x 369 (512) 794-8876
TRADEMARKS: e-SPS, NGC, New Generation Computing and
RedHorse are registered trademarks of New Generation Computing,
Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are
properties of their respective companies.
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