HighJump Software Leads the Industry in Supply Chain Execution, Product Innovation and Continuous Improvement

ProMat 2005

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 11, 2005--HighJump Software, a 3M company, the global leader in providing highly adaptable, best-of-breed supply chain execution (SCE) solutions, announced unparalleled success with its next-generation supply chain applications today at ProMat 2005. With enhancements to its industry-leading Supply Chain Advantage suite, HighJump now empowers customers to take supply chain operations to the next level through continuous improvement across operational areas from source to consumption. These powerful new capabilities allow customers to identify areas and causes of inefficiency, and then proactively adjust supply chain process flows to improve performance.

HighJump offers a tightly integrated solution set that spans supply chain operations from source to consumption. This robust suite includes solutions for warehouse, transportation and performance management; RFID; supplier enablement; collaborative inventory management and ERP data collection. In 2004, HighJump enhanced the functionality contained within many of its solutions. Built on a common execution platform, these solutions are easy to implement, generate fast ROI and allow customers to configure new processes quickly and cost-effectively as they improve operations. Highlights include:

Warehouse management: HighJump's robust Warehouse Advantage solution features a number of new enhancements. Customers can achieve higher replenishment productivity through priority-driven optimization. Shipping process performance also has been improved to accommodate the needs of extremely high-volume shippers. Picking functionality also has been enhanced to better support high-volume environments. Additionally, the standard application of Warehouse Advantage now features nine language options, including the most recent translation into Dutch.

Supplier enablement: The latest version of HighJump's Supplier Advantage solution, the third release this year, includes the Supply Chain Workbench. This centralized information point allows users to review supply chain events and take action that will help ensure operations and customer orders remain on schedule. The Workbench accomplishes this by notifying users of noncompliance issues, such as purchase orders shipped short or late. The Workbench also offers notification of pending events that require action, such as a purchase order that has not been accepted by a supplier. This release includes new, pre-configured events to which specific users can subscribe to receive notification of supply chain events as they occur.

RFID compliance: HighJump's latest release of its stand-alone Compliance Advantage solution includes a number of noteworthy new features. This RFID compliance offering now includes performance enhancements that allow the system to excel in extremely high-volume compliance settings. Recently added standard workflows accommodate a variety of business processes that customers may use to comply with ever-changing RFID requirements. The system also has been updated to support the latest Electronic Product Code (EPC) standards.

Web interface: HighJump has enhanced the standard Web-user interface common to all solutions within its product suite. New capabilities make it easier for users to highlight and drill down to information critical for supply chain optimization. Users can easily configure this interface, which supports their ability to facilitate information sharing among different systems.

"HighJump's solutions have truly brought our supplier network together because we communicate the status of shipments, inventory levels and potential exceptions," said Cliff Heney, senior director of material and logistics, ADP Investor Communication Services.
"We've developed stronger partnerships with our suppliers, dramatically increased the efficiency of receiving operations and reduced congestion at the docks. In essence, we've extended the efficiency achieved in our warehouse to our supplier community to further our supply chain optimization efforts and consistently deliver on customer promises."

"HighJump continues to lead the industry in terms of its innovative approaches to supply chain execution," said Chris Heim, president of HighJump Software. "As part of 3M, we will continue to expand both the depth and breadth of our solution offering so current and future customers can meet their ever-changing supply chain requirements head-on."

About HighJump Software, a 3M Company
HighJump Software, a 3M company, is the global leader in providing highly adaptable, best-of-breed supply chain execution solutions that streamline manufacturing and distribution from the point of source through consumption. HighJump's tightly integrated solutions empower operational excellence in the warehouse and optimize the flow of inventory throughout the supply chain by facilitating collaboration with customers, suppliers and trading partners. These comprehensive solutions combine robust, standard functionality; a best practices-based implementation methodology; and a uniquely adaptable architecture that facilitates fast, cost-effective system modifications. The result: the industry's lowest total cost of ownership for more than 700 satisfied customers worldwide. As an independent subsidiary in the 3M family of companies, HighJump leads the SCE software industry in financial strength and delivers on an unmatched commitment to innovation and quality. HighJump leverages these advantages to continually expand its solution footprint and empower operational excellence for domestic and multinational customers. For more information about HighJump, visit http://www.highjump.com.

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