| Progressive Systems selects new ERP software | | | | According to Thomas R. Cutler, spokesperson for the |
| system by Encompix | | | | ETO Institute ( Encompix continues to capture |
| Progressive Systems is an industrial robot integrator of | | | | significant marketshare in the ETO environment |
| Panasonic, Motoman, and Fanuc robots for robotic arc | | | | because few other ERP vendors truly understand the |
| welding systems, resistance welding and a wide array | | | | nuances and significant distinctions of the ETO |
| of material handling robot solutions. Progressive | | | | process versus the repetitive manufacturing process. |
| supplies robotic automation systems and services to | | | | Encompix now has more than 200 of the leading ETO |
| customers throughout North America in industries such | | | | manufacturing firms in North America using their ERP |
| as automotive & truck manufacturing, construction, | | | | Software solution. |
| agricultural, fabricated metals, consumer products, | | | | Encompix ( has filled the manufacturing software |
| electronic & telecommunications products, and | | | | requirements of Engineer-to-Order companies since |
| furniture. | | | | 1992. The company name reflects the commitment to |
| Located in Berea, Kentucky, Progressive Systems has | | | | developing business application solutions that |
| aggressive growth plans. It became clear that running | | | | encompass the complex areas of project-based and |
| a company on Quickbooks and spreadsheets would | | | | job-based manufacturing. Encompix provides ETO |
| not support their growth objectives. Progressive | | | | manufacturers with a competitive advantage by |
| needed an integrated system to support their ETO | | | | improving bottom line results. |
| business and selected Encompix ERP software. | | | | |