AXIS Computer Systems Teams up with FRx Software to Deliver Advanced Financial Reporting Capabilities to Customers

AXIOM® and Microsoft® Business Solutions for Analytics–FRx® Deliver Streamlined Operational Management and Financial Reporting to Metal, Wire and Cable Companies

AXIS Computer Systems, Inc. (AXIS), the leading supplier of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions for the metals, wire and cable industries, today announced that it will incorporate the advanced financial reporting application, Microsoft® Business Solutions for Analytics–FRx® into its AXIOM Enterprise Resource Management System software solution. FRx, offered by FRx Software Corporation, a Microsoft company and a part of Microsoft Business Solutions, is considered the financial reporting standard for midmarket and growing companies because it gives organizations immediate control of the entire financial reporting process, with little or no help needed from Information Technology (IT) specialists. FRx will be integrated with the AXIOM general ledger package and offered as an optional module for companies looking for extended control and visibility of their financial environment. AXIOM helps metals producers, processors, manufacturers, and service centers improve business performance and accelerate growth by providing integrated support for all key aspects of the business; from sales, production, quality and financial management, to web-based customer service, advanced planning and scheduling, and decision support.

“Whether they are publicly traded or privately held, metals, wire and cable manufacturers of all sizes are finding the need for more sophisticated financial analysis and reporting,” stated Ron Greco, AXIS director of sales. “We selected FRx to offer to our AXIOM customers because it empowers accountants, controllers, and executives to more efficiently and effectively manage their business.”

The integration of FRx with the AXIOM general ledger will enable AXIOM customers to better support emerging reporting needs as a result of competitive pressures as well as new compliance requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley. With timely, comprehensive financial reports available from FRx, customers will also have the ability to intelligently report on and analyze financial performance, trends and activities related to their business. AXIOM customers will have the confidence and information they need to make informed decisions about challenges and opportunities specifically related to the metals, wire and cable industries.

“FRx Software is excited to team up with AXIS because they are well-respected in the industry and we feel together we can provide customers with a more comprehensive solution that streamlines traditional operational challenges and empowers organizations to reduce costs and reach their full potential,” said Holly Simpson, vice president of Partner Sales at FRx Software. “As an integrated part of the complete AXIOM solution, FRx will eliminate the need for traditional time-consuming financial reporting exercises and give AXIOM customers a competitive advantage with accurate, up-to-date financial data to effectively manage their business.”

Integration of FRx with AXIOM is now underway and targeted for general availability by the end of the year.

About FRx Software

FRx Software, a Microsoft company and a part of Microsoft Business Solutions, is a leading provider of financial analytic applications that give companies the control they need to be more effective. Its product suite, Microsoft® Business Solutions for Analytics–FRx® and Microsoft® Business Solutions for Analytics–Forecaster, can improve productivity by helping customers efficiently manage their organization’s financial reporting and budgeting processes. FRx is used by more than 115,000 sites worldwide. FRx and Forecaster are available through a worldwide channel of Integration Partners and Analytics Solution Providers. Additional information about FRx Software can be obtained by calling (800) 379-8733 or +1 (303) 741-8000, or by visiting the company Web site at http://www.frxsoftware.com.

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