Phoenix Resource Management Selects New Enterprise Business System to Support Future Growth and Customers Service

SOURCE: Made2Manage Systems Inc.

Made2Manage Systems Selected to Help Improve Business Processes

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- Made2Manage Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: MTMS - news), a leading provider of comprehensive business systems for mid- market manufacturers, today announced that Phoenix Resource Management Inc. has chosen the Made2Manage Enterprise Business System to better manage their resources and productivity. Phoenix Resource Management, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a leading non-manufacturing supplier of fluid management services to the industrial markets.

The Phoenix Group, with more than 100 employees, has locations throughout the United States. The company enhances their customer's productivity and cost effectiveness through indirect fluid, packaging, and environmental management. Their services allow customers to focus on their core business.

``We are trained professionals with expertise in indirect fluids, transportation logistics, packaging and environmental issues,'' said Bryce Durham, communications director for Phoenix, ``Phoenix Resource Management programs are an effective approach in managing change and improving productivity.'' The Phoenix Resource Management Group plans to use the Made2Manage Enterprise Business System to improve workflow, provide strong e- business support and provide service for its growing customer base.

``The Phoenix Group will be using the Made2Manage Enterprise Resource Planning applications along with Supply Chain Management and M2M VIP, our Enterprise Portal solution,'' said Amelia Ross, director of business collaboration product management at Made2Manage Systems, ``As a non- manufacturer, the Phoenix Group is demonstrating how versatile the Made2Manage Enterprise Business System is in helping to improve business processes.''

``Currently, the direct cost of materials represents only 15 to 20% of the total cost of the applying, handling, storing and disposal process,'' said Durham, ``It makes sense to use a network of suppliers to provide new and creative methods to reduce the volume of chemicals used and to establish a method of tracking that improvement. By employing Phoenix to manage the fluid program, our customers can direct more of their energies and talents toward the reduction of indirect costs which are 80-85% of the total cost.''

This approach has significant bottom line impact. Programs are designed to improve quality and reduce waste. The result is improved effectiveness of plant personnel's time and capabilities.

``We are excited about working with Phoenix Resource Management,'' said Ross, ``Our integrated M2M Enterprise Portal will not only help Phoenix reduce their operational costs, but it will engage their vendors, customers and partners and make it easier for them to do business with Phoenix.''

About Phoenix Resource Management Inc.

Phoenix Resource Management, founded in 1991, is a leading non- manufacturing supplier of fluid management services to the industrial markets. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Phoenix Resource Management is a private company with over 100 employees. Phoenix Resource Management provides fluid management throughout the United States. Phoenix Resource Management's home page on the Internet can be found at www.teamprm.com .

About Made2Manage Systems Inc.

Made2Manage Systems helps mid-market manufacturers improve access to real- time information for their critical business decisions. The Made2Manage Enterprise Business System offers one complete integrated application solution for automating business processes from selling and design, finance and human resources, customer service and support, through scheduling and distribution. This end-to-end solution, which utilizes Microsoft-based technology, helps strengthen customer relationships, enhance collaboration throughout the supply chain and develop employees.

For the fifth consecutive year, Made2Manage Systems was named to MSI's ``Top 100 Software Vendors'' and for the fourth consecutive year to start magazine's ``Hottest Companies.'' Also, for the third time, the company was listed on Software Magazine's ``Top 500.'' Visit the Made2Manage Web page at www.made2manage.com . Made2Manage can be reached via e-mail at info@made2manage.com or by calling (800) 626-0220.

SOURCE: Made2Manage Systems Inc.

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