Source: Sage
Sage Continues Delivering Superior TCO to SMBs With Turnkey, Low-Cost Business Applications on Applianz Technology
Sage MAS 90 and 200 Extended Enterprise Suite Now Available on the Applianz System With Release of Version 1.3
IRVINE, CA--(Marketwire - August 25, 2009) - Sage North America, serving 2.9 million SMB
customers throughout North America, announced today general availability of
Sage MAS 90 and 200 Extended Enterprise Suite v1.3, the latest Sage
business application available on Applianz technology. Small and
Medium-sized Business (SMB) owners continue looking for ways to reduce
costs and minimize IT resources while maximizing productivity with business
software. Sage MAS Extended Enterprise Suite on the Applianz system
addresses all these needs and more, offering SMBs low Total Cost of
Ownership (TCO) through patented virtualization technology and the best
features of both of on-premise and hosted solutions.
"Sage has been recognized by industry analyst firms like IDC* and Gartner**
as a global leader in delivering business management applications for small
and mid-sized businesses. We've built that success by giving customers high
quality products that meet a wide range of needs and are both cost
effective and easy to use," said Laurie Schultz, senior vice president and
GM Sage Mid-Market ERP Solutions. "Sage MAS 90 and 200 Extended Enterprise
Suite v1.3 combines the best of Sage ERP, CRM, fixed assets and business
intelligence applications with delivery on Applianz technology. The result
is ideal for businesses that want low cost and the 'all-in' management
convenience promised by hosted applications, but are still uncomfortable
with putting their data in the cloud."
The Case for Low TCO
The Applianz system is configured to reduce or eliminate the need for
ongoing IT support, reducing overall TCO. Systems include Sage MAS Extended
Enterprise Suite, all required Windows licenses, an integrated firewall to
ensure security, plus one full year of Applianz's CompleteAssurance™
services. CompleteAssurance provides 24/7 remote monitoring, fully
automatic daily back-up, free system replacement in case of equipment
failure and a one-day disaster recovery policy. Users can choose on-premise
or hosted deployment of the Applianz system, which also can host other
business applications. And because Sage MAS Extended Enterprise Suite is
pre-configured, installation can be completed in a matter of hours;
delivering the best of on-premise and hosted solutions in one.
Using patented virtualization technology and advanced system design, the
Applianz system reduces or eliminates hardware upgrade costs. Sage MAS
Extended Enterprise Suite on the Applianz system can be deployed on
existing workstation hardware, PCs, Linux terminals, and even Macintosh
computers. The Applianz system includes built-in remote access
connectivity, eliminating the cost of terminal services, VPN software
(Virtual Private Network) or other costly client licenses.
In addition to delivery options on the Applianz system, Sage MAS Extended
Enterprise Suite v1.3 provides improved sales order workflow, usability
enhancements and new fixed asset functionality. The Suite gives employees a
360-degree view of their business operations across their entire
organization by dynamically linking processes, information, workflows, and
communication channels from customer-facing activities through finance,
production and inventory systems.
Pricing and Availability
Sage MAS 90 and 200 Extended Enterprise Suite is available as a traditional
on-premise solution, as an on-premise solution on the Applianz system, or
as a hosted solution on the Applianz system. For details on deployment
options and pricing, contact the Sage Sales Department at 800-854-3415,
your local Sage MAS business partner or visit www.sagemas.com.
Sage ERP Solutions -- Built for the SMB Market
Sage MAS 90 and 200 Extended Enterprise Suite is part of Sage's extensive
portfolio of ERP solutions. With a combination of accounting functionality
and comprehensive vertical market capabilities, Sage ERP solutions enable
SMB (small to mid-sized business) owners to more effectively manage
information to speed growth and profitability. From Peachtree by Sage to
Sage ERP X3, and including all Sage MAS and Sage Accpac ERP solutions, Sage
offers a complete range of integrated, end-to-end business applications
that address the needs of the entire SMB market.
About Sage North America
Sage North America is part of The Sage Group plc, a leading global supplier
of business management software and services. Sage North America employs
more than 4,100 people and supports nearly 2.9 million small and
medium-size business customers. The Sage Group plc, formed in 1981, was
floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1989 and now employs 14,500 people
and supports 5.8 million customers worldwide. For more information, please
visit the Web site at www.sagenorthamerica.com or call 866-308-2378.
* IDC Worldwide ERP Vendor Analysis, Dec. 2008.
** Gartner Dataquest Insight: ERP Suite Leaders, Trends and Characteristics
in the North American SMB Market, 2008. Oct. 2008.
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Contact Information: Media Contact:
Stephen Moore
Sage North America
(949) 790-2040
stephen.moore@sage.com