SYSPRO ERP Software is Finalist for 21st OC Tech Alliance High-Tech Innovation Award

COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

SYSPRO, a developer of best-of-breed, award-winning enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for on-premise and cloud-based utilization, today announced that the company has been named a finalist for the Orange County Technology Alliance annual High-Tech Innovation Awards in the category Clean Tech/Green Tech. SYSPRO was selected for the ability of SYSPRO Enterprise Resource Planning Software to enable manufacturers and distributors to employ operational efficiencies and implement sustainable initiatives within their business processes. SYSPRO ERP software enables companies to cut costs, save time, drive revenue and improve their carbon footprint in the areas of product lifecycle management (PLM), order demand capture, sourcing, mobile access, technology and integration infrastructure, procurement and other areas of the supply chain.

“We are honored to have been selected as a finalist in this year's awards,” said Joey Benadretti, president, SYSPRO USA. “The High-Tech Innovation Awards presented by the OC Tech Alliance is an important tradition for recognizing technology innovation. We believe SYSPRO Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software epitomizes the high caliber of technology produced in Orange County every year.”

Joey Benadretti has also been named a finalist for a High-Tech Innovation Award for outstanding technology leadership.

“We received many outstanding nominations this year, from companies all over Orange County, including large well-established firms to start-ups,” said Peter Craig, CEO, OC Tech Alliance. “We congratulate SYSPRO for being selected as a finalist. This selection is exemplary of the many companies that drive technology innovation here, across the country and around the world.”

Now in its 21st year, the High-Tech Innovation Awards is Southern California's premier awards program event celebrating achievement among the regional tech industry. The OC Tech Alliance honors local companies, individuals and products that drive innovation in Orange County. The winners will be announced at a gala dinner on October 9, 2014, at the Westin South Coast Plaza.

In addition to the product awards, OC Tech Alliance will recognize excellence among chief executives leading Orange County-based tech companies as well as outstanding tech companies. OC Tech Alliance will celebrate educators and students for their innovative use of science, math and technology in the classroom and the community in partnership with Project Tomorrow. The organization is the nation's leading education nonprofit group focused on preparing today's students to be tomorrow's innovators.

About Orange County Technology Alliance

Orange County Technology Alliance is a 501(c)6 nonprofit trade association committed to fast-forwarding the local innovation economy. It is the successor organization to the Orange County Council of TechAmerica and AeA. It is the only technology association addressing the needs of small-to-midsize technology companies and their leaders based in Orange County, Calif. The alliance serves members through local networking, professional development, state and federal advocacy, savings on business services and industry recognition. To learn more about membership, contact OC Tech Alliance at info@octechalliance.com or www.octechalliance.com. Follow alliance activities on Twitter at www.twitter.com/octechalliance.

About Project Tomorrow

The vision of Project Tomorrow is ensure that today's students are well prepared to be tomorrow's innovators, leaders and engaged citizens of the world.

http://www.tomorrow.org/

For More Information on OC Tech Alliance, contact Dan Chmielewski, Madison Alexander PR, 714-832-8716, 949-231-2965 or email: dchm@madisonalexanderpr.com

About SYSPRO

SYSPRO is one of the longest standing and largest independent, international providers of ERP systems for mid-market manufacturers and distributors worldwide. SYSPRO has for more than 35 years delivered on its promise to provide thousands of its customers globally with the tools required to effectively operate and compete. Backed by a truly dedicated and professional team of employees and partners around the world, the company's ability to innovate and develop technologies based on the needs of customers is one of the reasons why SYSPRO enjoys one of the highest retention rates in the industry.

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