Exact Software Expands Tailored Training Program for Middle East Companies

Exact Software Middle East, today announced it has expanded its training program for businesses in the region deploying its enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, reflecting the unique "localized' characteristics of its solution.

Following the recent announcement that it has developed its application to meet the needs of accounting, payroll and human resource requirements of companies in Gulf states, Exact Software has now introduced a tailored training program which takes into consideration local business practices, and which helps locally trained employees integrate the technology into their standard working practices.

The training, conducted by Exact Software's own consultants, is designed to enhance employees' existing skills, rather than forcing them to change their skill sets to adapt to new software, often built around US accounting practices.

"Businesses in the Middle East require an ERP solution that can integrate with the environment in which they work,' said Nizar Badwan, general manager, Exact Software Middle East. "A software package that is universal is limited, and companies will see a reduced return on investment.'

"A tailored ERP package, reflecting the legal and accounting practices of countries in the Gulf, is more beneficial to companies here, and our training program reflects that difference,' he added.

Exact Software Middle East, which operates a direct sales and implementation model for its customers across the region, provides direct, intensive training on its Exact Globe 2003 Enterprise solution. Its trainers demonstrate the complete functionality of the software to customers, with added emphasis on applications that have been tailored specifically for their market.

Companies deploying the Exact solution receive a higher return on their investment, as the vendor implements the software, and provides ongoing technical support. The instruction from Exact's own staff, means customers receive the best and most up-to-date learning, compared with training on other ERP solutions, which is often carried out by the vendor's partners.

"Our training helps to develop their existing skill set and knowledge base, relevant to where they work,' said Badwan. "The advantage of Exact's ERP solution is that we are not enforcing international norms on our customers in the Middle East when it comes to them deploying an application to help them streamline their businesses and improve efficiency.'

"Because Exact Software experts are carrying out the training, customers can be sure they are receiving the most comprehensive and thorough service available,' Badwan added.

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About Exact Software
Exact is a leading manufacturer of software for accounting, human resource management (HRM), customer relationship management (CRM), e-business and enterprise resource planning (ERP). Since its establishment in 1984, Exact has developed into one of the world's premier companies delivering business software solutions to medium-sized organizations. Exact software is now used in 126 countries and available in 26 languages. Exact Holding N.V. has been listed on the Official Market of Euronext Amsterdam Stock Exchange since June 1999. For more information, go to www.exactsoftware.com