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ScanData Systems, a systems integrator and developer of Microsoft Windows NT-based application software for manufacturing and distribution, received multiple Retail and Distribution (RAD) awards from Microsoft Corporation during the Retail Systems show held in Chicago.

The awards recognize application developers with leading-edge solutions that provide tangible business benefits to their customers and make the best use of Microsoft technology, the Internet, and corporate intranets. ScanData received awards in Electronic Commerce in the retail division and Distribution Management, Warehouse Management, and Transportation Management awards in the Industry and Transportation division. This is the second year for the RAD awards for which recognition was extended to 22 categories. ScanData was the only multiple award winner this year.

"The judges looked at over 100 cutting-edge entries, and they all exceeded expectations," said Judy Dulcich, retail industry marketing manager at Microsoft. "We were impressed with the progress the retail software community has made in the last year and are thrilled to see how the Microsoft platform is being used to provide rich business solutions while reducing the complexity of retail computing."

The competition challenged developers to create best-of-breed retail, distribution, transportation, and logistics solutions. Judging criteria included quantifiable business benefits, best use of the Microsoft Windows operating system-based technology, ease of use and adoption, and integration and exploitation of Internet and intranet technology. The awards were given to firms that develop and implement superior business applications addressing specific customer needs.

"It is quite an honor to be recognized by Microsoft for our accomplishments in electronic commerce, retail, and distribution--to be recognized in four areas really speaks well for what we have accomplished as an organization," said John Dalton , president of ScanData.

This year's panel was made up of the following retailers and technology experts: Dr. Jim Dion, senior consultant and president, J.C. Williams Group; Dennis Hadley, board of directors, Independent Cash Register Dealers Association and president, Enterprise Information Solutions Inc.; Don McDowell, MIS manager and manager of system development, Lettuce Entertain You; Don Gilbert, senior vice president of information technology, National Retail Federation; Robert Grimes, president and CEO, Cyntergy Corp.; and Tia Potter, editor and publishers, newsletters, Fairchild Publications.

"The bottom line is these best-of-breed solutions will improve service to customers," said Dennis Hadley, president of Enterprise Information Solutions. "These winning applications are pushing technology to its limits in an effort to streamline business processes and enhance the customer experience."

ScanData was also recognized for its membership in the Value Chain Initiative (VCI). VCI is an industry-wide effort led by Microsoft to develop new solutions for supply chain information management.

"The industry is taking to the initiative very quickly, and we're delighted by its support," said Mark Walker, worldwide marketing manager for transportation, electronic data interchange (EDI) and distribution at Microsoft. "Organizations around the world are very excited about the concept of dynamic data delivered in real time, which is the 'heartbeat' of the VCI."

Microsoft is supporting the project with a full range of development tools that deliver secure transactions over the Internet and the exchange of information over company-wide intranets. ScanData develops applications that exchange information in both environments.

"This is an example that Microsoft is pushing into the markets of electronic commerce," said Dalton . "Their recognition of the fluidity of information systems in this technology will provide benefits to us and the customers we serve. We are proud to be a member of the VCI team and the potential that it represents in terms of delivering high- tech solutions. This market segment will expand as companies look for efficient and cost-effective processes that delivers secure information internally, but flexible enough to pass desirable information to their customers."

ScanData Systems was founded in 1986 to develop, integrate, and support distributed client/server computing solutions for distribution and manufacturing organizations of all industry classifications. Applications have been successfully integrated into some of the largest distribution centers in North America serving a diverse array of industries--from catalog merchandising and pharmaceuticals to manufacturing and retailing. ScanData provides a total systems approach including powerful distributive software applications, hardware, installation, training, and ongoing technical support. Customer support services are backed by seven-day, 24-hour coverage, as well as on-line maintenance.

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