PRONTO North America Welcomes Industry Experts at Users Conference

Keynote Speakers

• Thomas R. Cutler

  • CEO of TR Cutler, Inc.
  • Author of the Manufacturers Public Relations and Media Guide
  • Associate Editor of Industrial Connection
  • Contributing Editor to InMFG magazine
  • Founder of the Manufacturing Media Consortium, a network of 2,000 journalists focused on manufacturing and industrial trends.

• Peggy Smedley

  • Editor of Start Magazine
  • Author of Mending Manufacturing: How America Can Manufacture its Survival
  • Recently profiled in the Wall Street Journal
  • Award-winning journalist with a focus on manufacturing.

Event Highlights

• Date & Venue

  • Thomas R. Cutler will speak on Wednesday, May 4th.
  • Peggy Smedley will present on Thursday, May 5th.
  • The conference is organized by PRONTO North America, based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

• Tom Verzi's Perspective

  • Tom Verzi, Director of Marketing for PRONTO North America, expressed enthusiasm about the speakers: "We are thrilled to have both Peggy Smedley and TR Cutler address our first PRONTO North America Users Conference. Both are distinguished journalists in the manufacturing sector and will provide great insight to our customers."

About PRONTO North America

• Company Overview

  • PRONTO North America is the North American Master Distributor of PRONTO-Xi, a comprehensive software system for managing supply chains in manufacturing, distribution, and retail sectors.
  • PRONTO-Xi offers a range of applications, including financial management, distribution, production planning, forecasting, advanced warehousing, and quality management.

• Unique Selling Points

  • PRONTO-Xi is not just another ERP system; it integrates various business functions to maximize return on investment.
  • The software has been a leader in the market since 1976, known for its comprehensive and integrated approach.

Perspectives on PRONTO-Xi

• Proponents' View

  • Advocates highlight PRONTO-Xi's ability to streamline operations and improve efficiency across the supply chain.
  • The system's integration capabilities are seen as a major advantage, providing a seamless experience for users.

• Critics' View

  • Some critics argue that while PRONTO-Xi is comprehensive, it may be too complex for smaller businesses with limited resources.
  • The initial investment and implementation time can be significant, which might deter some potential users.

Interesting Stats

• According to a report by Gartner, the global ERP software market is expected to reach $49.5 billion by 2024, reflecting the growing demand for integrated business solutions. Source

• A study by Statista reveals that 53% of companies consider ERP systems critical for their business operations. Source

For more information about PRONTO North America and its offerings, visit PRONTO ERP.

For further reading on manufacturing trends, check out the Wall Street Journal's profile on Peggy Smedley and the Manufacturers Public Relations and Media Guide by Thomas R. Cutler.