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Aloys Fischer GmbH opts for jCatalog Product Information Management (PIM)

Dortmund, 9/7/04; Lately, Aloys Fischer GmbH, Sundern, has been using the Product Information Management (PIM) Software of jCatalog Software AG. Aloys Fischer GmbH produces lamps and lamp accessories. Altogether the range comprises more than 1000 products. Prior to the introduction of jCatalog, all data for the different output channels (print, price lists, offers, internet) were being held and maintained in various systems. Fischer-Leuchten's primary aim was to prevent data redundancy, and thereby to reduce maintenance costs. "Apart from the central data storage, further reasons for us to choose jCatalog were the possibility to create individual offers for our clients, the multilingual maintenance of our catalogs and labels, and the access via the Internet for our outdoor staff" says Thomas Korba of Fischer-Leuchten. The central PIM enables a simplified handling of product information from Fischer- Leuchten and helps to reduce redundancy. The information is held media neutral and made available for all further applications (ERP, print, Internet). The creation of offers for clients is substantially simplified. Customized layouts will be sent as printable edition (PDF) by e-mail to clients. With the use of the new system, corrections and price updates are no longer cumbersome and costly. Also planned is the fully automatic production of print catalogs on the basis of the product data collection, which will result in major savings on printing costs.

Aloys Fischer GmbH, founded in 1951, with 100 employees in administration and production, produces spots, halogen lighting systems, table and standing lamps, pendulum, chandelier, and wall and ceiling lights. They supply to dealers, showrooms and DIY stores. Together with their sister firm Honsel-Leuchten is Aloys Fischer GmbH one of the leading German manufacturers of home lighting.

Company Profile: jCatalog Software AG is a leading solutions provider in the field of product information and catalog management. jCatalog solutions comprise the connection of the entire information chain, from purchase and catalog based procurement processes to synchronization, administration and dissemination of product information throughout all internal and external channels within the enterprise, including cross media publishing. For more information, please contact us at info@jcatalog.com, or by telephone, at +49-231-3967-0