IFS Applications Validation Report

Last updated on  2008-03-22T16:23:19-04:00

Managing Automation's Validation Reports are written by an independent consultant to confirm that feature information provided by the vendor about its product in our database is accurate.

The  IFS Applications Validation Report provides you with:

• Solution Overview
• Functional Overview including a summary of Key Capabilities by Application and Industry
• Technology Overview
• Enhancement Releases
• Company Overview
• Validation Methodology

Throughout the world, IFS provides industry-focused software solutions that help leading companies to improve profitability, meet regulatory requirements, and take advantage of new business opportunities. IFS Applications, IFS' suite of more than 60 web-based components, is the only true component-based enterprise solution on the market, enabling companies to deploy the software step by step as their needs and budget dictate. Based on open standards, IFS Applications makes it easier to stay up-to-date with technology and to integrate with legacy systems. And only IFS offers total lifecycle management, helping companies maximize profitability over the lifecycles of their products, customers, and assets. IFS is a leading global business applications supplier with sales in 54 countries and more than 500,000 users worldwide.

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