MIAMI, June 12, 2006– New Generation Computing
Inc. (NGC), a wholly owned subsidiary of American Software Inc.
(NASDAQ: AMSWA), announced today the release of its latest
version of RedHorse, a comprehensive Enterprise Resource
Planning system designed specifically for the apparel and sewn
products industry. RedHorse 2006 uses the current version of MS
SQL Server and has Certification from Microsoft. NGC’s products
include RedHorse, ERP system; e-SPS, global sourcing and supply
chain management system; e-PDM, product lifecycle management,
and TPM, a shop floor control and payroll system. RedHorse 2006
interfaces with NGC’s e-SPS, e-PDM and TPM as well as with
third-party software such as UPS and FedEx shipping systems, DMI
forecasting, Microsoft FRx and DCCS Warehouse Management System,
thereby creating a comprehensive ERP solution for today’s global
apparel business. “NGC has 25-plus years experience in
developing software specifically for the apparel and sewn
products industries and our RedHorse 2006 is a very secure,
robust and user-friendly ERP Solution designed with our
customers’ needs in mind,” said Alan Brooks, President, New
Generation Computing. “The new features in RedHorse 2006 will
make Customer Service Support, Production, EDI, Order
Fulfillment and Financial Accounting more streamlined for
quicker response and problem resolutions as well as providing
increased visibility & integration throughout the enterprise.”
RedHorse 2006 is a highly robust ERP solution with enhanced
features and functionality throughout its various modules
consisting of: Customer Order Processing, EDI Information
System, Invoicing and Accounts Receivable, Finished Goods
Inventory Control, Components Inventory, Purchasing and
Receiving, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Import Management,
Remote Plant Management, Locator System and Screen Printing and
Embroidery. “We are extremely pleased with the new version of
RedHorse 2006 and believe this is one the most comprehensive ERP
solutions available to the apparel industry,” added Brooks. “We
have received excellent feedback from the marketplace on our new
RedHorse features and functionality.”
About New Generation Computing
New Generation Computing (NGC) is a leader in enterprise
resource planning (ERP) software, product lifecycle management
and global sourcing solutions for the apparel and sewn products
industries. Every day NGC solutions help hundreds of leading
companies gain real-time visibility, improve speed to market and
enhance quality control throughout their supply chain. Customers
include VF Corporation, Russell Corp., Carter's, Dick’s Sporting
Goods Inc., Gold Toe Brands Inc, Haggar Clothing Company, Hugo
Boss, Jos. A. Bank Clothiers Inc., Maggy London, Armani
Exchange, Maidenform Inc., Wilsons Leather, Rocky Brands and
Valley Apparel.
Headquartered in Miami, NGC has offices in
New York and Los Angeles, as well as China, India, Mexico and El
Salvador. NGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Software
Inc. 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.