Attendees Learn Concrete Strategies and Techniques for Improving Efficiency and Quality and for Successfully Deploying Manufacturing Systems
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 16, 2006) – Camstar, the leading provider of Enterprise Manufacturing Execution and Quality Systems for medical device and diagnostics, high technology electronics, semiconductor test, assembly and packaging, and other global manufacturers, today announced the success of its 2006 Vision to Value Customer Conference held April 30 – May 3. At the magnificent Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, customers enthusiastically networked with peers and gained take-home lessons such as strategies for operational excellence and getting top payback for technology investments. The exhaustive agenda included methods for rapid deployment and extending their manufacturing systems globally, and techniques for successful machine integration and application configuration.
The conference was a great experience,” said Bob Erb, Vice President of Operations at BIOTRONIK’s MSEI manufacturing facility. “Networking with other customers and discussing their experiences was enlightening and valuable. The learning sessions provided useful information on everything from global manufacturing strategies to Camstar’s industry focus to the technical details of the solutions. I was also very impressed with the user lab where we saw Camstar’s latest product offerings and got hands-on training and support.”
Speakers at the conference included Camstar customers, partners, employees, and industry analysts, all of whom are experts in various aspects of manufacturing and systems. Attendees actively participated in customer-presented case studies, technical workshops, product feedback groups, the hands-on user lab and impromptu conversations. The keynote speaker, Jennifer James, raised intriguing perspectives about the human face of technological change.
"The high level of positive energy at the Camstar Vision to Value Customer Conference indicates a large user base that is not only highly satisfied but also eager to leverage the system for continuous improvement,” said Julie Fraser, Principal & Industry Analyst, Industry Directions Inc. “From the numerous customer presentations, I could see that they are getting great value - not just in their plants, but across their global networks. I also observed a strong interaction among customers, Camstar staff and partners that will drive refinements in the software and how it is used.”
“Vision to Value sponsors make a conference of this quality possible,” said Rob Rudder, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Camstar. “We thank HP, Microsoft, IBM, Flexware, Pilgrim Software, Seabrook, TR Group and Adexa for their help and participation.”
About Camstar Systems, Inc.
Camstar is a leading provider of enterprise Manufacturing Execution and Quality Systems. Camstar’s InSite and Medical Device Suite applications manage, monitor, and synchronize manufacturing activities across globally distributed plants, and integrates them in real-time with core business processes. Rapid to implement, they provide the manufacturing control needed to help eliminate scrap, rework, paperwork errors and redundant checks. As a result, manufacturers improve yields and product quality, shorten lead times and reach volumes quickly, respond to changing demand, and reduce the cost of compliance. More than 100 leading companies, including Roche, Tyco, ZOLL, CIBA Vision, Zeiss, Kinetic Concepts, BIOTRONIK, IBM, Kodak, AMD, Philips, Hitachi, SCHOTT, Amkor, ASAT, Renesas, Arcelor and Industeel rely on Camstar as a trusted software partner.
For more information, please visit www.camstar.com.
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