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National Millwork Selects Access IT and Microsoft Navision to Streamline Business Automation.

After a thorough evaluation of leading ERP solutions, National Millwork concluded that Microsoft Navision for Contract Distributors more than met their expectations.

MELVILLE, NY — February 14, 2005 - Access IT, an elite Microsoft Gold Certified Business Partner providing Navision ERP solutions, announced today that National Millwork of Riviera Beach, Florida, a leading distributor of specialty building products for multi-family housing complexes and commercial buildings has selected Access IT to implement Contract Distribution for Microsoft Navision to replace their existing business management software.

After an extensive search of several leading vendors and business software solutions, National Millwork concluded that its business requirements just did not match the core functionality found in most recognized business software products, with the exception of one; Access IT’s vertical specific solution for Microsoft Navision.

Otto Nonnenmann, CEO of National Millwork stated “"What attracted us most to Navision and specifically to Access IT's Contract Distribution is the system is able to meet the combined needs of a distributor, manufacturer and contract driven business. Rather than reinventing the wheel Access IT has a solution designed to serve our needs; it is user friendly, technically sound and financially well suited to serve our unique business model.”

“Conducting business today requires employees to process more information per transaction then ever before, with little room for error. National Millwork and other building products industry companies have the added challenge of requiring more tailored solutions than common wholesalers So when attempting to implement generic business software solutions, companies utilize manual or disparate in Excel or Word solutions, rather than a wholistic and cost-effective approach that integrates all business operations,,” stated Bill Natalie, Vice President of Access IT. “We are excited to be help National Millwork carry their business into the future with world-class business software customized to meet their needs now and into the future.”

Nonnenmann added, “Access IT’s Contract Distribution system will provide us with increased management control over National Millwork’s operations and deliver a significant return on investment. This is important for the future growth and success of the company.”

National Millwork chose Access IT’s Contract Distribution because as the only solution built on a world-class business software architecture - Microsoft Navision, and one that is specifically designed for Specialty Building Product Distributors. National Millwork’s implementation of Contract Distribution for Microsoft Navision will include functionality to address key areas of their business including; Contract Management, Contract Acceptance and Fulfillment Management, Material Assignment Tracking, Enhanced Customer Service from Order to Shipment, Contract Specific Material Purchasing, AIA Requisition Billing, Real-Time Contract Cost and Revenue Statistics, all Financial Transactions, Perpetual Inventory Control, Specific Contract Based Key Performance Analyses, as well as Scanned Document Management within Navision.

For more information about Access IT, please call 631 756-2700 or visit our web site at www.accessit.com.

About Access IT, Inc. Based in Melville, New York, Access IT provides Navision software solutions with specific industry-focused experience to its client base. Access IT offers a fully-integrated solution to small and mid-market companies in the distribution, manufacturing and service business sectors, based on the complete suite of Microsoft Foundation Technologies. The Access IT team is comprised of operational consultants and software development engineers who bring their broad expertise to the implementation, analysis, specification design, and on going support processes. They hold specialized certifications such as CPA's, MBA's, CPIM’s, Microsoft Certifications, and other professional and technical merits. Additionally the Access IT team’s experience extends into the implementation of web-based solutions, ADCS warehouse technology and mobile solutions.

About National Millwork. National Millwork, based in Riviera Beach, Florida, specializes in turnkey packages for multi-family housing, including the supply & installation of exterior, interior, metal and wood doors/frames, hardware, millwork, bath accessories, closet shelving, and more, for condominium, high-rise, apartment and assisted living projects.

About Contract Distribution for Microsoft Navision. An extension to the widely used and notably flexible ERP application Microsoft Navision, this business management solution is specifically designed for Contract-Based Distribution companies supplying products such as HVACR, Commercial Building Material, Commercial Equipment, Security and Fire Systems, Plumbing and Electrical Material as well as a host of other product types.

About Microsoft Business Solutions. Microsoft Business Solutions, a business group of Microsoft, offers a wide range of integrated, end-to-end business applications and services designed to help small, mid-market segment and corporate businesses become more connected with customers, employees, partners and suppliers. Microsoft Business Solutions'’ applications optimize strategic business processes across financial management, analytics, human resources management, project management, customer relationship management, field service management, supply chain management, e-commerce, manufacturing and retail management. The applications are designed to provide insight to help customers achieve business success. More information about Microsoft Business Solutions can be found at www.microsoft.com/BusinessSolutions.

About Microsoft, Founded in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. The company offers a wide range of products and services designed to empower people through great software — any time, any place and on any device.
 

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