TMW Systems Attains NET Connected Certification From Microsoft Company Is First Trucking Industry ERP Provider to Earn Distinction



June 22, 2005 -- TMW Systems, the premier developer and integrator of enterprise management software for the trucking industry, has attained .NET Connected Certification from Microsoft.

Microsoft .NET is the foundation of a comprehensive Web Services strategy to connect information, people, systems and devices through software. Integrated across the Microsoft platform, .NET technology provides the ability to quickly build, deploy, manage and use connected, security-enhanced solutions with Web services. .NET-connected solutions enable businesses to integrate their systems more rapidly and in a more agile manner and help them realize the promise of information anytime, anywhere, on any device.

"We're honored to be the only provider of ERP systems for the trucking industry to have earned this distinction from Microsoft," said Dave Mook, Chief Technology Officer of TMW Systems. "We believe that the .NET platform offers tremendous value for our customers, not only because it will optimize the next generation of Internet-enabled computing but also because it will have a positive impact on the total cost of ownership for our solutions."

"Neither .NET nor Java platforms by themselves offer an inherent advantage to the end user," continued Mook. "We decided on .NET because of our great relationship with Microsoft and because .NET products can coexist with Java-based products easily."

Additionally, having access to development expertise played a role in TMW's choice of .NET. According to Gartner Group, there are many more knowledgeable and talented .NET developers in the marketplace than Java developers.

"Having access to a large and growing pool of expertise is critical in keeping our development and support efforts strong," added Mook.

TMW's enterprise management software is deployed to more than 500 trucking companies and private fleets globally and can be seamlessly integrated with Microsoft Business Solutions, including Great Plains, to create a single platform for all of a company's front- and back-office business systems. TMW was the first trucking technology provider to attain Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program with a competency in ISV/Software Solutions.

"As a Microsoft Gold Partner, we have the ability to build products and features that fully leverage Microsoft's expertise and advanced development tools, operating system and database technologies," added Bill Keen, Vice President, Product Development and Architecture for TMW Systems. "We also have priority access to a variety of exclusive Microsoft resources, support and technical tools."

About TMW Systems
Founded in 1983, TMW Systems, Inc. is recognized as the premier developer and integrator of enterprise management software designed specifically for the trucking industry. Leveraging the organization's hands-on expertise in trucking and technology, TMW's products - including TMWSuiteTM for Windows and TL2000 AS/400 platform - enable carriers to easily integrate vital real-time data from every facet of their operations into a single system to maximize dispatch efficiency, improve productivity and customer service and enhance profitability. Based in Beachwood, Ohio, TMW currently serves more than 500 customers globally, including in North America, Europe, China and Latin America. For more information, visit www.tmwsystems.com or call 800/401-6682.





TMW Systems Attains NET Connected Certification From Microsoft Company Is First Trucking Industry ERP Provider to Earn Distinction