Incorrect Inventory Mix Costly According to Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/06/2007 -- Distributors of items with long lead times of 30 days or more, face a limited number of options to remedy a mix issue. The best course of action is to alter buying habits. This is a multi-step process which includes three tasks. First, create a continuous flow of product from a supplier in which you "re-order" frequently (weekly). This represents the replenishment cycle time for the item, which is less than the product lead time. Second, reduce inventory levels to be reflective of more frequent ordering. And third, reduce exposure to excess inventory potential.

Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International, contributed a feature in the current issue of Progressive Distributor. Gill reveals, "Incorrect Inventory Mix or stocking the wrong inventory occurs most commonly when a distributor sells products with multiple options or products which are similar in nature. The cause of such stocking issues is generally a result of one of the following factors. Changes in historical product mix demand, maintenance of all combinations of options in inventory, and lack of local ability to alter options on products are all underlying causes for stocking the wrong products."

Distributors of items with short lead times of 30 days or less, are similarly limited in the number of options to remedy a mix issue. The best option in this scenario is to increase ordering frequency and reduce the volume associated with each purchase. This allows a reduction in inventory levels to be reflective of more frequent ordering (an effectively reduced lead time).

A relatively quick correction for excessive inventory is to review existing vendor lead times and order frequencies per product SKU. For top-moving products, review the vendor lead time, the order frequency with which you purchase the item, and the average volume of each purchase. If issuing purchase orders less frequently than one quarter of the lead time, then distributors are maintaining excess inventory of the item and thus increasing the likelihood that one will have an incorrect inventory mix if demand patterns shift.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software systems for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Technology Group International Eliminates Reliance on Paper in the Warehouse

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/09/2007 -- Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International, contributed a feature in the current issue of Progressive Distributor. Gill reveals, "Reliance on paper in the warehouse is a significant issue. Most organizations have a difficult time eliminating paper as part of their routine daily processing. And although radio frequency and bar-coding is now a mainstream, this phenomenon of paper dependency is still particularly prevalent in the warehouse. Without doubt, excessive paper usage within a warehouse is not only labor-intensive, it opens the organization up to a multitude of user errors."

An optimized warehouse utilizes a WMS or ERP system to direct transactions and thus employee work actions throughout the day. From providing the next sales order to pick, to inventory replenishments, to cycle counting, a systematic approach to employee work flow is best managed through system-directed activities. When these activities are driven through a handheld RF device, the labor efficiencies substantially go up while user errors go down.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo , Ohio , Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software systems for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Verndale Selects of Enterprise 21 ERP Software from Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/27/2006 -- Originally founded by LaVerne and Marlene Johnson in 1958, the Detroit, Michigan based company has been manufacturing roller processed whole milk powder for multiple generations. The company produces high quality milk powder used by a variety of chocolate manufacturers across the United States .

Technology Group International (TGI), a leading ERP software solution provider, today announced that Verndale Products, Inc. has selected TGI's Enterprise 21 ERP software solution to assist in managing Verndale's manufacturing and supply chain operations.

The decision to purchase an ERP system did not come lightly for the company. Fred Kreger, General Manager at Verndale Products, stated the company decided to purchase an ERP system because the firm is "undergoing a generational change in ownership and needed to transition from a closely held system to a multiple participant system." Kreger knew this transition would be impossible to manage without a robust computer system to help manage their production and distribution operations. In addition to the management changes, Fred stated that Verndale Products also "wanted to closely scrutinize all areas of the business to see what products are really driving our business."

As with many manufacturers, documenting system requirements and reviewing software vendors was outside their internal expertise, so the Verndale team consulted with the staff of Plante & Moran Management Consulting. The newly formed project team selected Enterprise 21 after reviewing a number of supplier quotes and product demonstrations.

According to Kreger, Verndale selected Enterprise 21 and TGI for reasons beyond that of mere product functionality. "All of the vendors we looked at seemed like they could fill our relatively simple needs. The people at TGI, their professionalism, and the quick responses we received from any question we had, drove our decision."

With the implementation of the new package, Verndale hopes to gain additional flexibility and time savings. As Kreger frankly put it, the implementation relates to "costs, costs, costs." He said "we hope to make better decisions based on information we pull from our operating costs."

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software systems for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Enterprise 21 ERP Software from Technology Group International Discusses Too Much Inventory

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/27/2006 -- Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International, contributed a feature in the current issue of Progressive Distributor. Gill reveals, "Maintaining an over abundance of inventory is a classic problem for the wholesale distributor. This issue is generally a result of one of these causes: incorrect forecast of demand, a belief that one must have a lot of inventory to service customers, and an inability (or perceived inability) to procure product rapidly enough to service customer orders (classic 30-day lead time)."

When best practices are deployed, the correct level of inventory is determined by several primary factors: customer demand, product lead time, and an organization's desired service level. A solid ERP or distribution package will include functionality designed to optimize inventory levels to meet the simultaneous results of high inventory turns and high order and line-item fill rates.

An example of this technique is the "Smart Pull System" which was developed by Arthur Hill, a well-known professor of Operations and Management Science at the University of Minnesota. Hill determined the key to maintaining proper inventory levels is a balancing act between maintaining conservative inventory levels, while also having enough inventory to adequately service a customer. A successful equation for obtaining this success focuses on three factors which include safety stock, minimum inventory, and maximum inventory levels.

It is preferable to use sales history to calculate all three of these parameters. Ideally, the desired levels are unique to a facility and take into account any shifts in demands due to seasonality and forecasts.

Today's enterprise solutions offer standard reports for helping users manage optimal inventory levels. By utilizing a top product listing report to review high-volume items, a user can focus on areas where the application's suggested minimum and maximum levels deviate from the existing levels. For those who lack such systems, mathematical formulas exist to manually calculate these levels, although the task will quickly become tedious.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software systems for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Manufacturing & Logistics IT Profiles Visibility Corporation’s Business Intelligence Technology Solutions

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/15/2006 -- Visibility Corporation (www.visibility.com) is a leading developer and supplier of business software solutions designed for the unique needs of project-based, engineer-to-order and to-order manufacturers. Visibility's Enterprise Application solutions help midsize manufacturers of complex products operate their businesses effectively. Visibility has an extensive customer base throughout North America and Europe and has the strongest representation of ERP among complex manufacturers.

With an analysis of reporting requirements driving Hallis Hudson's business, Visibility designed a system that retrieved information already captured in the firms business systems (Lotus Notes & Movex). Particular focus was paid to the data represented in Sales, Invoicing, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) across multiple business entities.

Hallis Hudson had considered an upgrade of their Movex Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (running on an IBM AS400) but realized that a Visibility Business Intelligence implementation would be much more cost-effective (without the need to upgrade their ERP system.) The direct benefits from a reporting and analysis solution at a fraction of the upgrade cost was a decision supported by their Independent Manufacturing Consultant, Steve Fern, who had previously seen a Visibility Business Intelligence implementation at another customer site (E H Taylor Ltd.).

Manufacturing Journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled Business Intelligence Technology Solutions in the current issue of Manufacturing & Logistics IT. The full feature can be read at http://www.logisticsit.com/absolutenm/templates/article-manufacturing.aspx?articleid=2538&zoneid=2.

Once the foundations of the system were in place (Sales Data Warehouse) Visibility implemented an online operational report that incorporated a customer search field for the call centre operatives. This report allowed the call centre team to recall customer purchasing patterns over the last three years with graphical representations and drill through to detail capability, while analyzing when the customer was last contacted and by method. This has allowed for cross-selling, providing better customer service, and maintaining the brand image of Hallis Hudson as a quality supplier.

Alastair Soper, Hallis Hudson Operations Director noted, "With this system, we can give our customers a much improved level of service now that our sales teams have comprehensive information at their finger tips, without having to access a number of different systems."

VISIBILITY.net is an integrated ERP solution and more. Offering unparalleled functionality and integrated workflow, this browser-based solution cost effectively delivers the power of .NET-based Web services for use with either a Microsoft SQL Server™ or Oracle® database. Conducting business any place, any time, any where is a reality, deployable with unprecedented flexibility.

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TGI & West Coast Novelty Deliver Record Shipments After Implementation of Enterprise 21

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/30/2006 -- West Coast Novelty is the largest distributor of licensed sports, entertainment, and lifestyle products in the world. WCN is officially recognized by the NFL, MLB, NBA, WWF and Collegiate Licensing (CLC) as a national distributor of their licensed merchandise.

While others in their industry have come and gone, over the last two decades WCN sales have grown at an astonishing annual rate of 27%. In fact, in just four months after completing their implementation of Enterprise 21, WCN had record sales by shipping over 40% more shipments than the same month the prior year.

The WCN warehouses are where it all comes together. These facilities are considered the stars of the WCN team. Their innovative distribution facilities use Enterprise 21's state-of-the-art software to fulfill all aspects of customer service, inventory control, and accounting functions. Operators can instantly see the entire inventory and order flow with a few keystrokes, ensuring quick and efficient order processing. Distribution staff uses the latest in hand-held computer scanners to process orders and to relay real-time stock information back into the system's database. WCN's in-house tracking software monitors each order throughout the WCN facility until it arrives at the retailer's door.

TGI is proud to be support the winning team at West Coast Novelty. From their modest souvenir and concession stand beginnings at the San Francisco Pan Pacific International Exposition in 1915, West Coast Novelty has grown into a full service licensed goods distributor and strategic marketing partner with key retailers and manufacturers. WCN has distribution centers in the San Francisco Bay area and just outside Memphis, Tennessee.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Software Selection Tool Kit Free from Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/29/2006 -- Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International (TGI) is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

"For over a decade, we've encountered corporate executives who struggle with the demands of the software selection process. Many find choosing the right software evaluation methodology or even locating a quality system consultant an overwhelming task. In an effort to help these companies, TGI developed and published a free resource for project managers called the Software Selection Tool Kit," according to Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International (TGI).

The Software Selection Tool Kit is free to all manufacturing and distribution companies who are engaged in a system evaluation project. It was designed to provide guidance and software selection assistance in an economical and time efficient manner. Gill noted, "Although these documents are the property of TGI and copyrighted, we have opened usage of tool kit up to all manufacturers and distributors who are in the process of selecting a new software package. The kit allows small to medium size companies (SMB) locate and select the best enterprise package for their firm, without having to spend a significant portion of their budget on consulting services."

In addition to end users, TGI also allows independent consultant's access to the Software Selection Tool Kit. Consultants are welcome to utilize the templates and worksheets within their consulting practice, as long as the consultant is an independent and unbiased resource. Consultant authorization of the tool kit is available by contacting TGI's corporate office.

The white papers and templates cover all aspects of system evaluation for a variety of packages including ERP software, distribution software, manufacturing software, warehouse management systems, e-commerce software, as well as business intelligence and decision support systems. Documents are available twenty-four hours a day and are completely free. They are designed for the self-serve type of project team that simply needs a little help and a few pointers when engaging in the software selection process.

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Competitive Advantages for Nail Distributor with TGI’s ERP Enterprise 21

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/13/2006 -- According to Michael O'Connor, President of Pacific Steel and Supply, the largest independent nail distributor on the West Coast, Enterprise 21 offers significant advantages to his firm. Pacific Steel and Supply has approximately forty users, including the integration of outside sales group are "hands-on" users of Enterprise 21 ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) by TGI, Ltd.

O'Connor described the process when his firm was evaluating an ERP purchasing decision process; "we started with a full RFP sent out to multiple companies prepared by consultants who then assisted us in choosing four finalists for a comprehensive scripted demonstration. The final selection was narrowed to two with reference calls and on site visits by the V.P. of Finance and me."

O'Connor detailed the competitive advantages that entered into their decision to go with TGI Ltd.:

• "The inventory management capability should provide an additional competitive advantage to our operation."

• "We have found no need for major modifications in the software."

• "TGI was the right size company for our needs. I thought by having the ability to interact directly with the president of TGI we would receive the level of service we were looking for."

• "User ready out of the box, with features that enable management to effectively analyze the business."

• "The implementation process has been well planned and systematic. That has made the transition as painless as possible for this type of activities."

About: Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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Technology Group International Recognizes Importance of STAFDA Members

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/24/2006 -- The Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association (STAFDA) is a not-for-profit educational trade association comprised of distributors, manufacturers, and rep agents of light construction, industrial, and related products. STAFDA membership also includes publishers of industry trade press (affiliates).

History of STAFDA:

Founded
Founded in 1976 by 18 industry leaders who sought to create an organization where manufacturers and distributors of construction/industrial products could interface.

Executive Director
The 18 industry leaders that founded STAFDA contracted with industry veteran Morrie Halvorsen to serve as the first executive director. Upon his retirement in December 1999, Georgia Foley assumed executive director responsibilities on January 1, 2000.

Phenomenal Growth
In the past 28 years, STAFDA has grown from the initial 18 founding members to 2,603 member companies. Membership is comprised of 1,152 distributors, 1,126 associates, 21 publishing affiliates, and 311 manufacturer rep/agents.

Dues and Benefits
Surprisingly, annual membership dues have remained constant at $350 since 1977, while services and programs have continued to expand. STAFDA members enjoy a "buffet" of over 70 different benefits where they can pick and choose what suits their business needs.

Annual Convention
STAFDA holds an annual convention each year in November for members to convene and take part in educational programs, seminars, and an exciting trade show that is always well attended by leading manufacturing, distribution, and rep agencies within the industry.

STAFDA's 30th Annual Convention & Trade Show - Technology & Consultants' Fair will be held November 13-15, 2006, and represents the 30th Annual Convention & Trade Show in Las Vegas.

According to Rebecca Gill, vice president of Technology Group International (TGI) (www.tgiltd.com), "This event provides an excellent opportunity for TGI to connect with STAFDA members, discuss their technology needs, and offer a complete enterprise wide solution. The trade show and technical presentation has been well recommended by TGI's existing customer base and we are very excited to attend this year's conference."

About Technology Group International:

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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APICS Conference: Booth 511 Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/23/2006 -- According to Rebecca Gill, vice president of Technology Group International (www.tgiltd.com), "Attending the APICS conference is one way of providing support to the association, its members, and our customer base."

The Association for Operations Management, APICS builds operations management excellence in individuals and enterprises through superior education and training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and a worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals. APICS is the global leader and premier source of the body of knowledge in operations management, including production, inventory, supply chain, materials management, purchasing, and logistics. Since 1957, individuals and companies have relied on APICS for its superior training, internationally recognized certifications, comprehensive resources, and worldwide network of accomplished industry professionals.

The APICS Conference will be held in Orlando October 29 - 31, 2006. Technology Group International can be found at booth 511 at the APICS Conference.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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International Food Safety & Quality Network (IFSQN) Reveals Technology Issues Facing Organic Food Manufacturers The Controls Required for Organic Quality

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/18/2006 -- Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International (www.tgiltd.com), suggested that, "ERP vendors must support organic producers in food processing and manufacturing, as well as full distribution management throughout the entire supply chain."

Indeed the record keeping required to authenticate "organic" status is significant, costly, and comprehensive. Gill detailed some of the key features technology solutions must provide to ensure organic standards:

• Record keeping for organic raw material purchases
• Country of origin tracking of purchases
• Organic supplier tracking
• Separate organic product storage to prevent product commingling
• Hazardous chemical tracking and reporting to prevent contact with prohibited substances
• Online processing procedures to ensure adhere to compliance standards
• Online record keeping and audit trails for fast compliance reporting


Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled the significant technology variables for Organic Food Manufacturers) at www.ifsqn.com.

Organic food must be at least 95% organic ingredients and list which ingredients are organic to use the USDA seal and must list the certifying agent. Made with organic ingredients means at least 70% organic ingredients are contained in the food product and it too must list which ingredients are organic, yet is not permitted to use the USDA seal; it also must list the certifying agent.

Some organic ingredients indicate the finished food product is less than 70% organic ingredients and cannot use the word "organic" on the package but can list organic ingredients. The product cannot use USDA seal or certifying agent's seal.

Some question the safety of organic food. It is a common misconception that organic food could be at greater risk of E. coli contamination because of raw manure application (although conventional farmers commonly apply tons of raw manure with no regulation.) Organic standards set strict guidelines on manure use in organic farming: either it must be first composted, or it must be applied at least 90 days before harvest, which allows ample time for microbial breakdown of pathogens.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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International Food Safety & Quality Network (IFSQN) Looks Beyond Overall Equipment Effectiveness with Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/08/2006 -- IFSQN, International Food Safety & Quality Network's contributing editor Thomas R. Cutler profiled the significant technology variables for Food Manufacturers and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) at http://www.ifsqn.com/articles_detail.php?newsdesk_id=216.

Whether viewing inventory levels or reviewing today's production capacity, quality integrated food enterprise resource planning (ERP) software allows users to do so quickly maintaining high quality standards. Advanced decision support systems and business planning models using linear programming take the average food executive's day to the next level by placing all relevant business data at their fingertips – this high degree of operational visibility transforms the quality control and quality assurance processes.

In the feature Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International noted, "Traceability is paramount to a food and beverage manufacturer. A lean supply chain is critical to a successful operation. American companies spend well over a trillion dollars per year on supply chain related activities, including the movement, storage, and control of products across the supply chain. The food industry is inherent with low margins, so the ability to reduce operational costs really equates to the difference between a profitable company and one that is bankrupt."

Gill suggests, "It doesn't matter if you have one plant center or multiple manufacturing and distribution centers, the data is available to optimize your supply chain to minimize costs and maximize your profits."

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

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ERP Software TGI Enjoys 16th Year with Dennis Schmedlen

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/29/2006 -- Technology Group International's ERP solution, Enterprise 21 is ranked among the best in several industry sectors including food manufacturing, distribution, and building products. The company is enjoying significant growth as other ERP vendors are swallowed up in the current wave of industry consolidation.

Dennis Schmedlen has been Vice President of Consulting Services for TGI the last sixteen years. He joined Scott Smith and Bob Goldstine in starting TGI in 1990. At TGI's origin, he was instrumental in forming TGI's consulting services department and guiding application development and the evolution of system architecture. Today Schmedlen manages both TGI's technical and project manager staff.

Schmedlen attended Oakland University where he received a B.A. in Business Administration. After holding positions as a System Analyst and Project Manager, Schmedlen joined Owens-Corning Fiberglas Corporation and served as their Director of Corporate Systems Development.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

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New Financial Report Writer Added to ERP Software Suite by Technology Group International

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/18/2006 -- Scott Smith, President of Technology Group International, noted, "The report writer allows both existing and new Enterprise 21 customers to produce sophisticated financial reports with very minimal effort or data set up. It is designed to fully capture the advanced general ledger and financial reporting structure inherent in our ERP software."

Technology Group International (TGI), a leading ERP software solution provider, announced the release of an easy to use financial report writer that is fully integrated into TGI's flagship software product, Enterprise 21.

The new report writer automatically exports data from Enterprise 21's General Ledger module into commonly used spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Excel. This export process gives the average user the ability to quickly produce financial data in a presentation format that is easily customized to mimic their organization's unique look and feel.

Sample financial reports include:

• Balance Sheets
• Income Statements
• Profit and Loss Statements
• Financial Ratios
• Cash Flows

The financial report writer accommodates organizations with multiple departments, cost centers, divisions, or companies. It is available with all new sales of the Enterprise 21 ERP system.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

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ERP Software Enterprise 21 Innovative Solution for Canberra Chemical Products

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/18/2006 -- Canberra Corporation, a manufacturer of highly progressive commercial, institutional, and industrial cleaning and personal care products was incorporated

in 1965. Canberra presently occupies over 240,000 square feet of manufacturing and office space, with warehousing operations in Jacksonville, FL and Los Angeles, CA. Since its inception, Canberra has grown rapidly and has continued to introduce highly innovative products to the marketplace. Canberra Corporation manufacturers and distributes a complete line of highly progressive commercial, industrial, and retail cleaning and personal care products. Canberra has focused on providing products, with high quality appearance and performance, to its regional based private label customers.

After implementing Enterprise 21, Canberra experienced significant benefits which included:

♦ Paperwork reductions and improved information access for management
♦ Improved product formulation control
♦ Streamlined manufacturing process execution
♦ Decreased production lead times
♦ Vendor performance monitoring
♦ Significant improvement in customer relationship management and overall satisfaction
♦ Increased user satisfaction via reductions in turnaround times for system requests

In addition to its advanced product line, Canberra prides itself on offering highly

innovative marketing tools, exciting educational programs, professional demonstration cases, informative videos, and upscale private branded literature to assist their customers in growing their private label chemical programs.

Enterprise 21 supplies the foundation of this excellence in manufacturing, distribution, and extended customer support.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

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Technology Group International and HR Nicholson Profiled in Quality Digest

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/15/2006 -- Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled beverage manufacturing HR Nicholson selection of Technology Group International for the July issue of Quality Digest. According to Cutler, "HR Nicholson Co., "pioneers in the juice industry," has operated for nearly a century. The company has grown from 45 employees to 75 employees in just the past six years. The family-owned, Baltimore-based manufacturing and distribution company realized that, unlike the first eighty-plus years when products were manufactured and shipped from the same location, the need to set up distribution locations separate from the manufacturing plant created several challenges.

Rebecca Gill, vice president of Toledo-based TGI, noted that companies must meet the following criteria to comply with the FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements:

• Unique identification and access of all users in the system
• User-specific log in IDs and passwords for system access
• User-specific access to a given area within the system defined at a module, program, command or field level
• User specific access to system data based on company, division, group or cost center
• Automatic audit trail created for entries and changes of data
• Audit trail by user ID
• Audit trail by date and time stamp
• Audit trail by data modified
• Data integrity protection
• Older data isn't overwritten
• Older data is inactivated to prevent future usage
• Electronic signatures and approvals
• Procedural-specific password requirements
• Online standard operating procedures (SOP) availability
• Online system help
• Field level help
• Screen level help
• Procedure level help
• Online access of documents, which are stored by data field or transaction
• Flexible data archiving
• Aged data may be accessible online indefinitely
• Aged data may be archived in a controlled manner

According to Su Shaffer, senior executive with the fruit juice manufacturer, "When HR Nicholson started looking at solutions to manage the multiple-location scenario, production planning was critical to meet the growth." Beyond growth, part of what drove the lean process and the search for technological solutions were the government regulatory demands of the food industry.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

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Technology Group International’s Rebecca Gill Interviewed in Automation.com

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/14/2006 -- Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Distribution software is a key element in the automation of supply chain management (SCM) functionality for small to medium size companies. From customer relationship management to inventory control and transportation, finding the best SCM solution ensures superior customer satisfaction for distribution companies across a number of industries. Increasing manufacturing and distribution has become a blended operation. This is according to Thomas R. Cutler at Automation.com (http://www.automation.com/sitepages/pid2494.php).

According to Rebecca Gill, vice-president of Technology Group International (www.tgiltd.com), "Smaller companies require quick and easy order management, automatically generated purchase requisitions, and extremely accurate inventory management. For larger firms, SCM distribution software must offer more advanced functionality like online product configuration, multilevel customer price structures, and full replenishment processing (which takes into consideration such elements as momentum, demand, vendor lead times, and minimum order quantities.)"

Gill noted that her company's technology solution, Enterprise 21, allows manufacturing and distribution companies which require kitting or light manufacturing the ability to take advantage of process and discrete manufacturing functionality in the MRP/MRP II module, while warehouse intensive companies utilize the fully integrated warehouse management system (WMS) to the maximize their return-on-investment (ROI) through the usage of EDI, bar coding, RF, and RFID technologies.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Manufacturing & Logistics IT Profiles Technology Group International Profiles

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/11/2006 -- Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Authored by leading manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler, the impact of Food QA Managers' role in ERP selection is profiled in the recent feature for Manufacturing & Logistics IT (www.logisticsit.com). The complete article can be read at http://www.logisticsit.com/absolutenm/templates/article-critical.aspx?articleid=2255&zoneid=31.

According to Rebecca Gill, vice president of Technology Group International, "Complete reporting on lot genealogy, showing all usage of lots from vendor to manufacturing to end-user is a must. The system should provide the ability to query end-user sales orders and see all raw material and finished good lots used for specific shipment; evaluate lots from vendors or manufacturing to see all the end-users who received shipments; and track lot properties with allowable 'criteria' for each lot."

There are other functionalities that support food manufacturing audits and quality assurance concerns without being a direct response to bioterrorism regulation compliance. Those functionalities include automatic quality assurance of incoming products; various product grades with or without usage/holds; tracking of original country for raw materials; and complete data warehouse for 24/7 ad hoc reporting.

According to Cutler, "More than half of all quality assurance (QA) managers in food manufacturing do not currently interface with their company's enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. The Bioterrorism Act, in the USA passed in 2002 is being replicated throughout Europe to ensure the safety of the food supply from a terrorist attack; these regulations are quickly changing the role that food quality professionals play in the selection and utilization of ERP software."

ERP selection was often left to a small committee that included the CEO, CFO, operations and purchasing managers. ERP packages were designed to integrate all departments and functions across a company onto a single computer system that can serve all department needs. ERP software, at its best, combines the enterprise into a single, integrated solution that runs off a single database so various departments can easily share information and communicate. When running at an optimum, this integrated approach has a tremendous payback. Until regulations were mandated by the various governments, QA and quality control (QC) managers were rarely considered in the ERP selection process.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

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More Than Gourmet Use of Enterprise 21 ERP Software Detailed in Manufacturing & Technology Magazine

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/02/2006 -- Brad Sacks, chief executive officer & global managing director with More Than Gourmet based in Akron, OH uses Enterprise 21 ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software by TGI, Ltd. Due to the ever-increasing costs of labor and ingredients, many of the greatest chefs and finest restaurant operations in the world have switched to More Than Gourmet's classic French sauces without having to sacrifice their standards of culinary excellence.

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled More than Gourmet and their use of Toledo-based Technology Group International ERP Software in the June issue of Manufacturing & Technology magazine. According to Cutler, "All great chefs know that one of the most important components to a great entree is the sauce, and all great manufacturing CEO's know that technology must be used to achieve cost efficiency and market effectiveness."

According to Sacks, the company has been growing rapidly and built a new plant with major infrastructure for growth two years ago. Sacks noted that the firm has been growing 40-60% annually. More than Gourmet is a boutique provider that allows top chefs an alternative to making food items from scratch while maintaining the same quality.

According to Sacks, "We have to buy better, ship better…margin become a key part of our success." The firm is expanding internationally with operations in South Holland, a joint venture in London, and a joint venture in Japan. New regulations, such as the Bioterrorism Act of 2002, which requires compliance by the FDA, are possible with TGI's ERP system as well. Sacks says the company relies on recall policies; "It's instantaneous if a raw material producer has bad product. Raw material lot code makes its way through the manufacturing system…we know where every pound of ingredient ended up in finished product. The Enterprise 21 manufacturing system can query lot code and where finished product went…including which customer and warehouse."

Sacks said, "We've been with TGI for almost a decade. It helped us to build a strong company with small infrastructure – especially technology. Eliminating overhead and administrative waste was critical and TGI's data structure was unique – SAP data structure without the cost feature set – and they knew what they were doing."

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Technology Group International Adds New Financial Report Writer to ERP Software Suite

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/31/2006 -- Technology Group International (TGI), a leading ERP software solution provider, announced the release of an easy to use financial report writer that is fully integrated into TGI's flagship software product, Enterprise 21.

The new report writer automatically exports data from Enterprise 21's General Ledger module into commonly used spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Excel. This export process gives the average user the ability to quickly produce financial data in a presentation format that is easily customized to mimic their organization's unique look and feel.

Scott Smith, President of Technology Group International, noted, "The report writer allows both existing and new Enterprise 21 customers to produce sophisticated financial reports with very minimal effort or data set up. It is designed to fully capture the advanced general ledger and financial reporting structure inherent in our ERP software."

Sample financial reports include:

Balance Sheets
Income Statements
Profit and Loss Statements
Financial Ratios
Cash Flows

The financial report writer accommodates organizations with multiple departments, cost centers, divisions, or companies. It is available with all new sales of the Enterprise 21 ERP system.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Technology Group International Profiled in AutomationMedia

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/31/2006 -- AutomationMedia (www.automationmedia.com) is a website devoted to news, articles, reviews, a QA forum and knowledgebase about Automation and Controls Engineering with an emphasis on important new technology information. Naeem Ismat is the editor of this leading technology website.

Authored by leading manufacturing journalist, Thomas R. Cutler, the impact of regulatory compliance is profiled in the recent feature. According to Cutler, "By the end of 2006, all food manufacturers must meet compliance with the Bioterrorism Act, including companies with fewer than 10 employees."

The bottom line is that documentation of lot traceability is not an option — it's now the law. According to Rebecca Gill, vice president with Technology Group International, a leading food ERP vendor based in Toledo, OH, there are key lot traceability functions that are essential but are lacking in many of the ERP vendors claiming market segmentation competency. Gill includes the following functions as critical:
• Full tracking of raw material lots through manufacturing
• Full tracking of finished-good lots through shipment to customer
• Complete reporting on lot genealogy, showing all usage of lots in from vendor, through manufacturing job, and to end user
• Ability to query end-user sales order and see all raw material and finished good lots used for specific shipment
• Ability to query lot from vendor or manufacturing and see all end users to which lot is shipped
• Ability to track lot properties with allowable "criteria" for each lot

There are other important functionalities that support food manufacturing audits and quality assurance but are not a direct response to the Bioterrorism Act. Some of these are:
• Automatic quality assurance of incoming products
• Tracking of original country for raw materials
• Complete data warehouse for 24/7 ad hoc reporting

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly
and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

ERP Software Leader TGI Joins Industry Associations to Strengthen Food and Beverage Focus

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/26/2006 -- As a developer of enterprise software solutions for small to medium size firms, TGI's Enterprise 21 ERP software is installed at a wide range of food and beverage manufacturers and distributors. To show support of these customers and to enhance TGI's industry knowledge, TGI has become an active member of a number of leading organizations represented within the food and beverage industry.

Technology Group International (TGI), a leading ERP software solution provider, today announced that it has recently joined a number of industry associations to strengthen its focus on the food and beverage industry.

Newly joined associations include:

• Refrigerated Foods Association
• International Dairy Deli Bakery Association
• International Dairy Foods Association
• Wisconsin Specialty Cheese Institute
• Institute of Food Technologists

Scott Smith, President and CEO of TGI, states "Joining these associations is just another way in which TGI can show its dedication to the existing customer base and our focus on providing the best possible systems for their unique industry requirements. We hope to provide our expertise, as well as learn more about the regulation and compliance issues these companies deal with on a regular basis."

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

ERP Software Leader TGI Now Part of North American Building Material Distribution Association

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/25/2006 -- As a developer of enterprise software solutions for small to medium size firms, TGI's install base includes a number of companies who manufacturer or distribute products within the building materials industry. To show support of these customers and to enhance TGI's industry knowledge, TGI has become an active member of the association.

Scott Smith, President and CEO of TGI, states "Joining the NBMDA was originally a suggestion of one of our customers. As with much of our customer interaction, we take their suggestions and comments seriously. If being a member of this association can help TGI enrich its product offering for our customers within the building materials industry, then this is where TGI needs to be. We hope to provide our expertise, as well as learn more about the complex issues these manufacturers and distributors deal with each day."

Technology Group International (TGI), a leading ERP software solution provider, today announced that it has recently joined the North American Building Material Distribution Association to strengthen its focus on the building products industry.

In addition to the NBMDA, TGI is also a member of The Association for Operations Management (APICS), National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), and National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). In addition to general participation in these organizations, TGI will also participate in industry events, conferences, and trade shows are they are available.

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Food and Beverage Journal Examines Why Food Companies Face ERP Functionality Problems

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/21/2006 -- Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled why food companies face ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) functionality problems in the current issue of the Food and Beverage Journal. According to Cutler, "The plant floor automation issues unique to the food manufacturing sector are significant. Finding an ERP system, which addresses the idiosyncratic nature of food manufacturing, is not easily accomplished. Despite claims, promises, and elements for success, few ERP vendors are comprehensive in providing the full spectrum of needed functionality."

The plant floor automation issues include the following:

• Online tracking of engineering change orders with electronic routings for approvals.
• System generated BOMs and routings for configured products.
• System generated production schedules from MRP module.
• Automatic yielding for finished goods and BOM components/ingredients.
• Where used and mass replace capabilities.
• System generated work orders for make to order environments.
• Fully attributed inventory from order entry through production and shipping.
• Online order promising by exploding the multi-level BOM, reviewing BOM stocking levels, and production space.
• Online messaging for production managers on plant floor exceptions.
• Integrated dashboards for management's KPIs.

Finding a balance between industry sector nuance and a solid core ERP system is tricky. The basic ERP functions are often lacking when the focus is too heavy on the bells and whistles. Rebecca Gill, Vice-President of Toledo-based Technology Group International and Enterprise 21 Food ERP, says, "Many vertical ERP applications in the food sector lack strong financials and must integrate with bolt-on third party systems." The ERP functionality should also include complete multi-company, multi-currency, and financial reporting capacity.

Many companies within the food and beverage industry struggle due to lack of system integration and poor visibility of major business functions. Food quality managers do not want to simply manage their business; they want to lead and direct the future of their company. Today's food management executives need real-time sophisticated tools to make educated decisions.

The complete feature article may be viewed at: http://www.fepsearchgroup.com/fbj/articles/article029.htm

About Technology Group International, Ltd.

Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Enterprise 21 ERP Software Profiled in Manufacturing & Technology Magazine

Toledo, OH -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/19/2006 -- Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler profiled More than Gourmet and their use of Toledo-based Technology Group International ERP Software in the June issue of Manufacturing & Technology magazine. According to Cutler, "All great chefs know that one of the most important components to a great entree is the sauce, and all great manufacturing CEO's know that technology must be used to achieve cost efficiency and market effectiveness."

Brad Sacks, chief executive officer & global managing director with More Than Gourmet based in Akron, OH uses Enterprise 21 ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software by TGI, Ltd. Due to the ever-increasing costs of labor and ingredients, many of the greatest chefs and finest restaurant operations in the world have switched to More Than Gourmet's classic French sauces without having to sacrifice their standards of culinary excellence.

According to Sacks, the company has been growing rapidly and built a new plant with major infrastructure for growth two years ago. Sacks noted that the firm has been growing 40-60% annually. More than Gourmet is a boutique provider that allows top chefs an alternative to making food items from scratch while maintaining the same quality.

According to Sacks, "We have to buy better, ship better…margin become a key part of our success." The firm is expanding internationally with operations in South Holland, a joint venture in London, and a joint venture in Japan. New regulations, such as the Bioterrorism Act of 2002, which requires compliance by the FDA, are possible with TGI's ERP system as well. Sacks says the company relies on recall policies; "It's instantaneous if a raw material producer has bad product. Raw material lot code makes its way through the manufacturing system…we know where every pound of ingredient ended up in finished product. The Enterprise 21 manufacturing system can query lot code and where finished product went…including which customer and warehouse."

Sacks said, "We've been with TGI for almost a decade. It helped us to build a strong company with small infrastructure – especially technology. Eliminating overhead and administrative waste was critical and TGI's data structure was unique – SAP data structure without the cost feature set – and they knew what they were doing."

About Technology Group International, Ltd.
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Technology Group International is a proven technology leader delivering Tier 1 application software functionality at a price performance level that can be readily accepted by organizations of all sizes. Specializing in software solutions for small and mid-market manufacturing and distribution companies, TGI's integrated Enterprise Series software suite is a complete business process management solution. The product offering includes Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Decision Support System (DSS), Business Intelligence (BI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and eCommerce. TGI implements, maintains, enhances, and supports its packaged distribution and manufacturing software solutions directly and via its channel partners.

Technology Group International
www.tgiltd.com
Rebecca Gill
rgill@tgiltd.com
800-837-0028

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm