ERP Vendor Solutions Guide 2008
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Greentree International Ltd
IBS
JIWA
Microsoft Dynamics
NetSuite
OneOffice
Oracle Corporation Australia Pty Ltd
Pronto Software
Sage Business Solutions Pty Ltd
SAP
SYSPRO Software
TechnologyOne
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Exhibitor Company |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
$5 – $500m |
$25m - >$3bn + |
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Australian Sites (#) |
1000+ ANZ |
210+ |
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Key Reference Sites |
Toyota - Technical AP, Mazda Motors, Universal Homes, Transfund New Zealand, Ryman Healthcare, Tergo Industries, SellAgence, Carmel College, HW Richardson, Medical Council, C&G Rothbury Insurance Group, RJ Hill Laboratories, Veolia, Metlifecare, Scenic Tour Group, Hanover Group, Newfishing, Leap, HJ Cooper, Stahmann Farms, Seeka, Ivoclar, castle Howard, Incat, Armflame, PA People |
Sigma Pharmaceuticals, The Laminex Group, LexisNexis, Nu Fruit, Pearson Australia, Isuzu Australia, Miele Ausralia, VolksWagen, McGraw-Hill, Harper Collins, MTA, Sunbeam, Plastral, AD Instruments, Hino Australia, Inchcape, Mitsubishi Fuso Trucks, McPhersons, Caprice Curtains, Bullivants, Remington |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
Yes |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Distribution |
Yes |
Yes |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
Cash Management, Planning & Forecasting, Project Costing, Supply Chain, CRM, Sales & Marketing, Knowledge Base, Bookings, Events & Fund Raising, Service Management, Help Desk, Scheduled Maintenance, Field Service, Asset Management, Workflow, Business Intelligence, WebStore, HR Management, Training & Recruitment, POS, MRP, Approvals and Alerts, e-Business, e-Reporting, Business Process Management, EDI |
CRM & Sales Order management, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) & Procurement, Demand Planning & Forecasting (Inventory Optimisation) Demand-driven Manufacturing, Warehouse Management, Distribution, Financial Management, Business Intelligence, Integration, Service Management, Warranty, Spare Parts, Electronic Parts Catalogue, Dealer Management, Editorial, Royalties, Subscriptions, Returns Handling |
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Industry Specialisations |
Greentree is purpose built for it’s market space, providing a smart – scalable – responsive - flexible - business solution, that will add value and integrate seamlessly with SMEs. Customer industries benefited include: retail, distribution, construction, education, engineering, project management and manufacturing. Greentree delivers a powerful system with proven capability to grow business! |
Medium to large companies in wholesale/distribution in Automotive, Consumer Durables, Electrical, Food & Beverage, Industrial Supplies, Industrial Equipment & Machinery, Paper & Packaging & Office Supplies, Pharmaceutical, Publishing industries |
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Reseller Details |
Greentree is sold through an Authorised Partner network located through Australia. See resellers; Enabling, GT Business Solutions and Star Accounting here |
IBS is sold directly through offices in Sydney and Melbourne. |
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Australian Contacts |
Greentree International Ltd |
IBS Australia Pty Ltd |
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Exhibitor Company |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
$3m+ |
$3m+ |
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Australian Sites (#) |
750+ |
Worldwide there are over 14,000 businesses and 600,000 users. Local geographic breakdown not available. |
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Key Reference Sites |
BMS Technology Pty Ltd - SA, Pet Pacific - NSW, RallySpeed International - NSW, South Eastern Office Supplies - VIC, AVC Pty Ltd - NSW, McGloins Classic Brands - NSW, Distribution Central - NSW, JH Computer Services - WA, RACS - QLD, Avnet Computer Group - NSW, Force Technology - WA. |
Dynamics AX: Dingo Australia, Convex Technology, CS Company, Mediterranean Shipping Company Australia Dynamics NAV: Winson Group, Warner Village Theme Parks, Fossil, Just OnePlace, Magna Pacific, UR Machinery, BP Australia Dynamics GP: Greening Australia, Foodco, A-Gas Australia, Costa Group, Queensland Master Builders Association, Sydney Anglican Schools Corporation, ComputerCORP, Lobster Australia Pty Ltd, House With No Steps Dynamics RMS: Macro Wholefoods, Roy Young Chemist, Perfume Direct Australia, Groove Accessories, Ford Performance Racing |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
Yes |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Distribution |
Yes |
Yes |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
JIWA is a rich and flexible ERP system. JIWA has functionality that is designed to specifically suit the Warehouse distribution business. Additionallly our functionality includes Service Management, Advanced Pricing, Style/Colour/Size, Batch and Serial Tracking, EDI, B2B, Web Sales, Backorder fulfilment and Business Intelligence. |
Project Accounting, Service Management, Human Resources, CRM, SCM, Job Costing, Product Configurator |
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Industry Specialisations |
Our customers are in the business of Wholesale & Import Distribution. Our software is used by wholesalers of giftware, stationery & books, cosmetics, hardware, clothing, safety, gas cylinders, building supplies, computers, electronic goods, sporting goods, whitegoods, agricultural supplies and many other lines of wholesale and import. |
Microsoft Dynamics’ offerings are integrated business applications and services that allow enterprises of all sizes and industry types to connect employees, customers, and suppliers for improved efficiency. The financial management, CRM, and SCM applications work with existing Microsoft products to streamline processes across an entire organisation. |
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Reseller Details |
JIWA sells through a reseller channel in Australia and NZ. JIWA Solution Providers operate in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, Perth and Auckland. Contact JIWA for details. |
A directory of Australian partners certified in Microsoft Dynamics ERP is available on our web site here. See partners Professional Advantage and Enabling here |
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Australian Contacts |
JIWA Financials |
Microsoft Australia |
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Exhibitor Company |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
Businesses of any size |
$1m+ |
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Australian Sites (#) |
350+ |
15+ ANZ locations |
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Key Reference Sites |
The Home Baked Cookie Company Pty Ltd, Ethan Groupp Pty Ltd, McGrath Foundation, Premier Global Services, Virgin Money - Credit Cards, TimeZone One, Brennan IT |
Soanar Electronics, Arlec, Kanbay, Elmako, Lubricants (ELF), Loop Technologies, Soanar Plus, Wattmaster. |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
Yes |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Distribution |
Yes |
Yes |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
NetSuite is the only company to give growing and midsize businesses on demand Web-based business applications to run their entire company. NetSuite’s solutions and applications provide real-time business intelligence on every department within your company, and eliminate the majority of IT costs and complexity. |
Enhanced Dashboard experience for users. As users move around their screens, the surrounding screen changes in context with their entries. This unique, flexible way of operating means they are not running reports or jumping screens to get information. Fully configurable, delivering a unique working experience. Strategis have developed a price competitive system configuration specifically for smaller businesses starting from 8 users enabling unlimited growth. |
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Industry Specialisations |
Software, Wholesale/Distribution, Ecommerce, Services, Media & Publishing, IT Resellers, Advertising, Manufacturing, Non Profit, Retail |
Distribution / Wholesaling. Import / Export. Light manufacturing & assembly, Catalogue Retail. Specialists in supporting multiple - stock locations, countries, currencies, branches, divisions or companies where high integration and effectiveness of control is required. |
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Reseller Details |
NetSuite is sold directly online and through the Sydney office. |
OneOffice is sold directly through affiliates in Australia and New Zealand |
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Australian Contacts |
NetSuite |
Strategis Solutions Limited |
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Exhibitor Company |
gOracle Corporation Australia Pty Ltd |
hPronto Software |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
$25M+ |
$5m+ |
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Australian Sites (#) |
200+ |
1000+ |
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Key Reference Sites |
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Australian Finance Group Ltd, BAE Systems Australia Ltd, Bartter Enterprises Pty Ltd, Coogee Chemicals Pty Ltd, Department of Education & Training, Department of Primary Industries, Education Department of Western Australia, Queensland University of Technology, SP AusNet, Sunny Queen Ltd, Toshiba (Australia) Pty Ltd, Transgrid, VicUrban, Westpac Banking Corporation |
Bolle`, CBH Resources, Funtastic, Harvey Norman OFIS, Hirotec, Hyne Timber, Kathmandu, Norfolk, Royal Foods, Trumps, Tyco |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
Yes |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Distribution |
Yes |
Yes |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
PeopleSoft, JDE and Oracle Financials provide solutions across a range of verticals and organisation sizes. Additional modules included: Maintenance Management, CRM, Human Resources, Project Management, Service Management, Warehouse Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Realestate Management, Supply Chain Management. |
Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Demand Management / Forecasting, CRM, Asset Management, Maintanance & Job Costing, Facilities Management, Product Configurator, Advanced Scheduling |
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Industry Specialisations |
Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Chemicals, Communications, Consumer Products, Education & Research, Engineering & Construction, Financial Services, Healthcare, High Technology, Industrial Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Natural Resources, Oil & Gas, Other, Professional Services, Public Sector, Retail, Travel & Transportation, Utilities |
Discrete manufacturing, process manufacturing, manufacture to orderDistribution – Food and Beverages; Industrial Goods; Consumer Packaged GoodsRetail – Home & Lifestyle; Fashion and Recreation; Business and TelecommunicationsMining, engineering and construction, services industries, facilities management, information and communications technologies, chemical and pharmaceuticals |
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Reseller Details |
Oracle is sold through a partner network located throughout Australia. |
Pronto Software is sold by CSG - and Manufacturing and Distribution Software |
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Australian Contacts |
Oracle Corporation Australia Pty Ltd |
Pronto Software |
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Exhibitor Company |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
$5m+ |
Businesses of any size |
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Australian Sites (#) |
2000+ |
1400+ |
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Key Reference Sites |
Verbatim, Linen House, Welch Allyn, Best Western, Crabtree and Evelyn, JV Marine |
BHP Billiton, CABAC, Co-operative Bulk Handling, ETSA Utilities, Franklins, Fujitsu, Linfox, Pilkington, Orica, Queensland Alumina, Skins Compression Garments, TransAlta, Transfield, Powercor, Playcorp, Ferra Engineering, General Pants, Globe Australia, IPS Logistics |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
Yes |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
Yes |
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Distribution |
Yes |
Yes |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
Asset Management, CRM, CRM - Sales Team, eCRM, ePOS - Point of Sale, Human Resources, Fax and Messaging, Project Accounting, Service Management, Warehouse Management |
SAP Business One and mySAP All-in-One enable small to midsize businesses to take advantage of the full range of functionality for which SAP is renowned. |
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Industry Specialisations |
Auctioneers, Call Centre, Government, Hospitality, Import & Export, Manufacturing, Mining, Not for Profit, Real Estate, Retail, Sports and Recreation Clubs, Wholesale & Distribution, Warehousing |
SAP offers best practice solutions for the majority of industries in Australia, based on knowledge gained from more than 32,000 customers in 120 countries. |
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Reseller Details |
Sage is sold through a partner network located through Australia. See resellers; Enabling and Star Accounting here |
SAP is sold through a partner network throughout Australia. |
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Australian Contacts |
Sage Business Solutions Pty Ltd |
SAP Australia |
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Exhibitor Company |
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User Rev.p.a. (min) |
$10m+ |
$50-$100m |
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Australian Sites (#) |
200+ |
700+ Australia, NZ, UK, Malaysia, PNG and Samoa |
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Key Reference Sites |
Regency Media, Active Display Group, APA Manufacturing, Barrett Communications, Bee Jewellery, Construction Specialties, Epicentre Trading, Laing O’Rourke, Lightnin Mixers, Lorient Australia, Nelson Irrigation Corp, Nusep, Perfect Potion Products, Saxon, Sypharma, TT Steel Centre, Washington H Soul Pattinson |
Adelaide City Council, Department of the Senate, Family Court of Australia, Healthscope, Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia, National Library of Australia, Salvation Army, University of Canberra, Far North District Council |
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ASP/Hosted Option |
Yes |
No |
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Financials |
Yes |
Yes |
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Manufacturing |
Yes |
No |
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Distribution |
Yes |
No |
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e-Commerce |
Yes |
Yes |
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Business Intelligence |
Yes |
Yes |
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Others |
SYSPRO - one of the few seamlessly integrated Financial, Distribution and Manufacturing systems on the market. Build a scalable and customised solution from 45+ modules. Built on Microsoft .NET, SYSPRO integrates with third party applications and provides remote data access. Use Microsoft Office – including Word or Excel – to access your SYSPRO data. |
Financials, Human Resource & Payroll, Supply Chain, Business Intelligence, Budgeting, Performance Planning, Property & Rating, Student Management, Works & Assets, ECM, CRM, Custom Software Development |
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Industry Specialisations |
SYSPRO supports your entire production and distribution process across separate locations and multiple manufacturing modes:- Make-to-Order, Job Shops, Make-to-Stock, Configure-to-Order, Assemble-to-Order, Batch Process. Examples of industries: Industrial & Commercial Machinery, Engineering Equipment, Automotive and Auto Parts, Consumer Packaged Goods. Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Food and Beverage, Building & Construction. |
Financial Services, Education, Health, Local Government, Government, Community Services, Utilities, Commercial/ Other |
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Reseller Details |
Syspro is sold directly through offices throughout Australia |
TechnologyOne is sold through offices throughout Australia |
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Australian Contacts |
SYSPRO Software Aust-wide VIC |
TechnologyOne Limited Australia New Zealand |

