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In the course of many successful installations, the company developed a nationwide reputation for its in-depth knowledge of business accounting applications, particularly in the area of manufacturing.
The newfound expertise in PC-based accounting systems led MISys to develop a manufacturing software product as an add-on to the Accpac Plus accounting series from ACCPAC International (AI), a division of Computer Associates International (CA). CA, headquartered in Islandia, New York, at the time was the second largest independent software company in the world. CA's accounting products, Accpac Plus for DOS and Accpac Advantage for Windows are some of the best selling accounting packages worldwide.
In 1983, MISys released its first version of MISys/DOS Manufacturing Inventory which provided multi-level bills of material, inventory control of raw materials and resources, and integrated purchasing capabilities.
In 1985, MISys moved its corporate offices away from the Massachusetts minicomputer beltway to the Green Mountains of Vermont where it performs all of its software development, technical writing, production, training, sales, and support.
During the following years, MISys continued to refine its Manufacturing System and its strategic relationship with Accpac International.
- In 1992, MISys introduced a major new product called MISys/DOS Manufacturing Scheduling which added full MRP/MPS capabilities to MISys/DOS Manufacturing Inventory. Using an innovative interactive approach to Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS), MISys provided small- to medium-sized manufacturing firms with tools that were previously available only in complex and expensive minicomputer-based products.
- In early 1995, MISys started development of the MISys Manufacturing System for Windows based on Accpac for Windows accounting from Accpac International. MISys received the 1996 Developer Of The Year award for this development from Accpac International.
- Also in 1995, MISys added Serial/Lot Tracking to the MISys/DOS Manufacturing System. This product allows users to track the serial or lot numbers of raw materials and finished goods. MISys/DOS Serial/Lot Tracking and the extensive reporting capabilities of the MISys/DOS Manufacturing System allow manufacturers to comply with many of the requirements of ISO 9000.
- In 1996 MISys was selected as ACCPAC Developer of the Year for its products, which made Accpac Advantage accounting the preferred solution for small- to medium-sized manufacturing firms.
- In 1997 MISys, Inc. released MISys Level 2, revealing it's multi-level approach to marketing MRP software to appeal to less sophisticated end-users with the low-end Level 1 product and offers an attractive upgrade path to Level 2.
- In 1998, MISys, Inc. released MISys Level 3, which provides comprehensive Shop Floor Control functionality to those users who demand MRP II capabilities.
In the Fall of 2005, the MISys R&D Department began the work on a new Microsoft .NET-based manufacturing system based on the proven functionality for the Accpac version (now called MISys SAE). After two years of intensive development and testing, MISys Small Business Manufacturing (MISys SBM) was released in March 2007. Since then, a number of product enhancements and additional modules have been released, all building off of our previous experiences while taking full advantage of the latest tools and technologies.
Recognition came quickly for MISys SBM. Because it featured seamless integration with the worlds current best-selling accounting package, Intuit QuickBooks, MISys SBM has been a hit from the start. MISys Inc. was awarded a Gold Developer status from Intuit, in recognition of the seamless integration and extraordinary enhancement MISys SBM brings to QuickBooks users. The product was independently evaluated by a QuickBooks Pro Advisor and carries a rating of 9.3 (Spectacular). MISys Small Business Manufacturing was also identified as an "Awesome Add-on" for QuickBooks by the Sleeter Group at Sleeter's annual QuickBooks Partner Conference in October 2007.
Since its inception, MISys has sold over 7,000 copies of its software in 38 countries worldwide. Our systems are sold and supported both directly and through a network of more than 1,700 resellers and installers worldwide. Resellers purchase the products through MISys' 18 distributors worldwide.
From its headquarters in Woodstock, Vermont, MISys continues to develop its product line and its international marketing efforts. New and accessory products are constantly being developed and enhanced based primarily on the valued feedback of our customers.
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