Optimal White Paper - Deploying SAP MDM:
Managing Master Data to Maximize the Value of ERP, SCM and CRM Systems

    Irving, TX, July 21, 2006 -OOptimal Solutions Integration, Inc., a leading SAP consulting and staffing firm, today announced the publication of an industry white paper focused on deploying the SAP Master Data Management (MDM) solution. The white paper, “Deploying SAP MDM: Managing Master Data to Maximize the Value of ERP, SCM and CRM Systems,” examines the business drivers for MDM, provides an overview of the SAP MDM solution, outlines how SAP MDM can maximize value from installed ERP, SCM and CRM systems, and reviews the organizational impact of implementing SAP MDM.

“MDM allows companies to leverage the substantial investments they’ve made in ERP, SCM and CRM systems implemented over the past decade by normalizing the format of data across systems. We’re seeing a spike in the demand for SAP MDM among companies with global operations that have invested heavily in these technologies and are looking to boost their ROI,” said Sam Sliman, president for Optimal Solutions Integration.

“MDM is best though of as an ongoing specialized discipline requiring a dedicated team focused on continual improvement,” added Sliman. “Strict data governance to identify and streamline business processes, establishing data stewardship, and preparing for and managing the organizational impact of MDM is vital to a successful MDM program.”

Deploying SAP MDM: Managing Master Data to Maximize Value of ERP, SCM and CRM Systems can be downloaded for free at the Optimal Solutions’ website: www.optimalsol.com/NE-Thought-Leadership.html

About Optimal Solutions Integration, Inc.

Optimal Solutions Integration is trusted by some of the largest organizations in the world to bring only the best SAP talent to bear on their most complex SAP challenges. With over a decade of experience, Optimal has the proven SAP expertise, talent and resources to help transform any SAP challenge into a sustainable, competitive edge. Through a proven Global Trust delivery model, Optimal offers clients the most flexibility in balancing schedule, cost, and performance by featuring onsite and offshore delivery options. For more information about Optimal Solutions Integration, visit www.optimalsol.com.

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