WorkWise: Releases TCM Version 8.0

Milwaukee, WI (April 19, 2005) – WorkWise Inc., provider of enterprise-wide solutions that enable manufacturers to maximize profits through improved use of their information assets, announced today the release of Version 8.0 of its Time Critical ManufacturingÒ (TCMÔ) suite of applications. The release of TCM Version 8.0 represents a major milestone for WorkWise.

TCM Version 8.0 is available for both the MS Windows and Linux platforms and includes a powerful new user interface that enhances the overall user-experience with the TCM software. With improvements in functional tab sets, toolbar shortcuts, user-defined worksheets, a completely re-designed Navigation System, and enhanced security elements, Version 8.0 is the most powerful release of the product to date. In addition to these technological improvements, significant functional enhancements have been added, especially in the TCM eSolutions Suite, the Web-based applications offered for production and warehouse management as well as a complete set of eFrontOffice applications. Also available with Version 8.0 are two new applications for Graphical Business Intelligence and CRM (Customer Relationship Management).

TCM Version 8.0 has already been installed at several customers prior to general release. The response to date has been excellent. “The new user interface in COP and Shop Floor is extremely intuitive and easy to use. With drill down capability combined with the ability to drag, drop, and re-size data columns, the screens are now able to be arranged with all the data we need without having to move in and out of other modules. Add in the ability to easily expand the TCM menu with external applications that we’ve developed, our use of TCM is much more efficient” stated Robb Labott, IT Director for Mechanical Industries, LLC Milwaukee, WI.

TCM Version 8.0 is now available to the general public as well as the 500 companies throughout the United States and Pacific Rim that currently utilize the TCM applications to run their enterprise.

“WorkWise considers this release to be the start of a New Generation of the TCM Applications. From here, we will further improve the TCM user interface, streamlining processes to complement Lean initiatives, and have initiated establishing the framework with the intent to run TCM on various databases”, states Wayne Wedell, President of WorkWise. “The initial response to this release has been exceptional within our existing customer base as well as in pursuing new business opportunities. By adding to the strength of our deep ERP functionality, significant technology advancements and application enhancements in the areas of eBusiness, Business Intelligence, and CRM, TCM Version 8.0 has positioned WorkWise to continue our customer-centric strategy of quality and service while enabling our customers to grow their business with TCM”.

About WorkWise, Inc (www.workwiseinc.com)

WorkWise is a customer-centric solution provider of the Time Critical ManufacturingÒ (TCMÔ) enterprise application. In addition to the TCM Enterprise Application, WorkWise provides a full range of offerings, including Customer Support, Consulting, Technical and Integration Services. WorkWise offers solutions to make-to-order, repetitive and mixed-mode manufacturers to shorten cycle times, reduce inventory and improve customer service. Companies that require solutions that simplify and optimize manufacturing information, supply chain management, manufacturing execution and planning can enhance their operations through use of TCM by taking time out of the business processes and increasing value-add in products and services.

About Mechanical Industries
(www.mechanicalindustries.com)

Mechanical Industries was founded in 1948, as a general manufacturing job shop, specializing in light stampings, machined parts and rod and tube bending for the outboard motor, agriculture and engine industries. The company’s founder is credited with developing the first patented disc brake. Over the years, Mechanical Industries expanded its customer group to include manufactures of pleasure boats, motorcycles and outdoor power equipment among others. Throughout its history, the company has maintained one focus: Provide the customer with value not available anywhere else. At Mechanical Industries, LLC, that goal is achieved by designing, value engineering and producing, to exact specifications, in a timely manner and in the most economical way possible, high quality formed, fabricated and machined metal components and assemblies… the Tough Parts that others can’t or wouldn’t provide.