(EMAILWIRE.COM, November 05, 2002 ) Omnify Software, a provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software, today announced the introduction of Omnify 2.0, a product lifecycle management solution for the Electronics OEM (eOEM) and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industries. The Omnify solution is the industry's first low cost, business ready PLM system that enables complete product collaboration from definition and design through the manufacturing supply chain. Omnify 2.0 operates stand-alone or integrates into an organization's existing business tools and processes to provide a single, non-intrusive environment for the sharing of product data among the design environment, Enterprise and supply chain.

With an established customer-base of over 100 licenses, Omnify 2.0 is a proven business ready solution that is faster to implement, easier to use, and offered at a lower cost then conventional PLM solutions. "The tactical approach Omnify has taken to develop an extensive customer base prior to this announcement shows a commitment to customer needs, robust technology and a strong business model", stated Richard Finigan, former President and CEO of PADs Software, Inc. and Board Member of Omnify Software and other private EDA software companies.

PLM technology integrates people, processes, and information, supporting all phases of a product design and build. As a result, the OEM experiences enhanced product innovation and quality, decreased time-to-market, improved communication with partners, and significant cost-savings. According to Gartner, Inc., "product life cycle management (PLM) is the next major wave of opportunity for manufacturers looking to improve business performance."1

Omnify 2.0 includes a feature set that provides OEMs with immediate payback.

Component data, Bill of Material (BOM), and change management
Engineering Change Order (ECO) and New Part Request workflows
Direct connection to Cadence OrCad CIS and Mentor's DxDatabook
Bi-directional interfaces with engineering (CAD/CAE tools) and business environments (ERP/MRP/CRM)
Secure, remote access for manufacturing and design partners
User interface that is comprehensive and easy to understand
"The Omnify tool was a perfect fit for our needs as a startup company", said Steve Norton, Hardware Director for Acmepacket. "It provided a method for part numbering, part control and cataloging vendor information all in the same space. Omnify's remote access capability allowed our Contract Manufacturer to login and review BOMs before release to weed out component supply and assembly issues before prototype builds."

"Today's OEM needs a system that is designed for rapid deployment and absorption, and software vendors who are dedicated to their customer's success", stated Chuck Cimalore, Chief Technology Officer at Omnify Software. "We provide a ready to use system focused on managing product data that is built on an open and flexible platform. This platform allows our customers to leverage their investment in existing systems and practices and improve communication with their design and manufacturing partners."

About Omnify Software

Omnify Software designs, delivers and supports innovative product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions for the Electronics OEM and Electronics Manufacturing Services industries. The Omnify Software platform provides bi-directional interfaces with an organization's existing systems such as CAD/CAE tools, ERP, MRP and CRM programs to offer a single environment for the sharing of product data among the design environment, Enterprise and supply chain. The Omnify product content and change management system delivers significant cost-savings, improved product innovation and quality, and decreased time-to-market for customers in a wide range of industries. For additional product information, including pricing, please call 978-988-3800, email info@omnifysoft.com or visit www.omnifysoft.com.

"Omnify" is a registered trademark of Omnify Software. Any trade, product or service name referenced in this document using the name "Omnify" is a trademark and/or property of Omnify Software. All other trade, product, or service names referenced in this release may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

1"PLM is a Top Priority for Manufacturers", Gartner, Inc., Marc Halpern, Kenneth Brant, October 7, 2002

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