IQity Solutions' Cloud Computing Technology, IQ-FusionTM, Connects with Kepware
IQity Solutions Partners with Kepware for Device Communications
RELEASE: Portland, ME, May 3, 2010 - Kepware Technologies, the leader in Communications for Automation, announced today that IQity Solutions has joined the "Connected with Kepware" program and will be utilizing Kepware's KEPServerEX Manufacturing Suite to deliver IQity Solutions' Adaptive Performance Optimization solution, IQ-FusionTM.
IQity Solutions, LLC (IQity) is a next generation, business optimization and cloud computing company pioneering the development and implementation of Adaptive Performance Optimization (APO) solutions that identify and quantify the sources of variation in any business process. Implemented at the points-of-execution, IQ-Fusion simultaneously correlates the root causes of underperformance with financial consequences. With a proven record of success in over 500 companies, IQity's APO Service, IQ-EdgeTM leverages over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, and business performance management. IQity's cloud computing technology, IQ-FusionTM, is a real-time APO solution for optimizing any business process or workflow. IQ-FusionTM leverages its proprietary IQ-ConnectorTM technology to seamlessly integrate with and collect data at the device layer as well as from employees, and all other disparate data systems, throughout the Enterprise. IQ-Connector runs on the OPC standard protocols that Kepware products deliver. IQity is a "new breed of business partner" focused on maximizing Customer profits. IQ-FusionTM is a highly cost effective solution that leverages a hybrid blend of APO services and technology.
"IQity is an exciting new partner for Kepware as they are the first to deliver Cloud Computing solutions in this space," states Tony Paine, President of Kepware Technologies. "Our Manufacturing Suite is an excellent solution for delivering interoperability across a wide range of devices, with client connectivity through our leading OPC DA, OPC AE and OPC UA technologies."
"The capacity to simultaneously collect data on the shop floor from people and automated equipment in real time is a strategic benefit to our Customers when they implement IQ-Fusion as an Enterprise APO solution." explains Chris Visnic, VP of channel partner sales at IQity Solutions. "Over time, we have learned the pros and cons of various OPC solutions and we have chosen Kepware as a strategic partner because we believe their technology is the best on the market, and the best fit for our customers" said Jack Cui, Managing Director of Software Systems Engineering at IQity Solutions.
ABOUT KEPWARE: Kepware is the world leader in communication software for automation and offers a unique experience in both OPC and communication protocols. Since 1995, Kepware has focused on the development of communication drivers to automation controllers, I/O and field devices. Applications include M2M (Machine to Machine) and M2E (Machine to Enterprise) communications. Operating system support includes; Microsoft Windows Desktop, Windows Server and Windows Embedded (Windows CE and Windows Embedded NT/XP). Today, with over 140 communication protocols, and through the efforts of our direct sales, distribution and embedded partners, Kepware is the leading provider of communications with annual shipments exceeding 100,000 units. Kepware's responsiveness to customer needs and strong partnerships with other leading automation suppliers ensures that your next application will be a success. Ask around and you'll hear why automation professionals everywhere consider Kepware Technologies "Automation's Best Friend". www.kepware.com ABOUT IQITY SOLUTIONS: IQity Solutions, LLC (IQity) is a business optimization and cloud computing company pioneering Adaptive Performance Optimization (APO) business solutions. APO is a fact-based method for quantifying the performance variation in any business process, at the most fundamental points-of-execution, while simultaneously correlating the financial impact. IQ-EdgeTM is IQity's APO Service that delivers Lean Six Sigma-centric analysis and techniques to any business process. With over 25 years of experience in business performance management, manufacturing, and Lean Six Sigma, IQity's APO Service team has established a proven record of maximizing Customer profits. IQity's cloud computing technology, IQ-FusionTM, is a real-time APO solution for any business process or workflow that correlates operational performance to business performance across the Enterprise. IQ-InSightTM is another industry first utilizing Remote Monitoring and Collaboration it has been called the On-Star® for business. IQ-InSightTM leverages IQity's subject matter expertise in business optimization and Lean Six Sigma to drive Continuous Improvement at a fraction of the cost of traditional consulting competitors. IQity is a "new breed of business partner" focused on maximizing Customer profits in the most cost effective manner through the delivery of a unique blend of APO services and technology. IQity Solutions is based in Pittsburgh, PA. Please visit us at www.iqitysolutions.com
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