TomTom WORK And Software AG Form Strategic Partnership For Fleet Management
- Collaboration of industry leading technology vendors makes an important contribution to intelligent fleet management with integrated business processes
- Objective is to develop a fully integrated approach to fleet management
Software AG, a global leader in business infrastructure software, and TomTom WORK, the B2B division of TomTom, are joining forces, effective immediately. The two companies will combine their expertise to develop a comprehensive solution for intelligent and integrated fleet management.
Software AG's webMethods product suite is the world market leader for business process optimization, and TomTom WORK provides companies with straightforward and innovative solutions for managing vehicle fleets of any size. As part of the strategic partnership, the two companies will work together to develop and jointly implement a fully integrated approach to fleet management that covers all business processes involved in order processing, and also incorporates unexpected incidents like accidents or breakdowns. The concepts and solutions developed by the partners will be geared toward enterprises where outside sales and service play a key role.
Leipzig-based software and systems vendor itCampus, a subsidiary of Software AG since April 1, 2009, played an integral role in establishing this partnership. For the last two years, itCampus has worked closely with TomTom WORK on the interface design of TomTom WEBFLEET, the online solution for fleet and order management.
Ivo Totev, Executive Board member and head of Global Consulting Services, Software AG:
"Companies want to optimize their processes using state-of-the-art, flexible technology. The collaboration of two market leaders, TomTom and Software AG, provides customers with integrated solutions that not only reduce their costs but also increase the quality of their service."
Thomas Schmidt, Managing Director, TomTom WORK:
"We are thrilled to be cooperating with Software AG. Both companies have a proven track record of providing technology that optimizes businesses processes. TomTom WORK's products help companies manage their fleets efficiently. Software AG has the expertise to integrate these technologies seamlessly into business processes."
Dr. Andreas Lassmann, Managing Director, itCampus:
"I am pleased that we could facilitate this strategic partnership. With our specialized knowledge in the areas of software development and software ergonomics, itCampus will play a pivotal role in helping both market leaders become leaders in fleet management technology as well."
About Software AG
With more than 1,000 U.S.-enterprise customers and 700 employees, Software AG's U.S. operation contributes one third of the company's total revenue and is Software AG's largest market presence and R&D location. Software AG has operated nationwide in the U.S. since 1973 through a fully-owned subsidiary, Software AG USA Inc., which is headquartered in Reston, Virginia – also an R&D hub for the company's core data management and integration technologies. R&D labs for the development of Software AG's webMethods product suite – offering SOA integration and BPM solutions – include facilities in San José/Silicon Valley, Seattle and Denver. For more information, visit www.softwareag.com/us.
Software AG is the world's largest independent provider of Business Infrastructure Software. Our 4,000 global enterprise customers achieve business results faster by modernizing, integrating and automating their IT systems and processes. Our leading product portfolio includes solutions for high performance data management, developing and modernizing applications, enabling service-oriented architecture, and improving business processes. Software AG has 40 years of global IT experience and about 3,600 employees serving customers in 70 countries. The company is headquartered in Germany and listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (TecDAX, ISIN DE 0003304002 / SOW). Software AG posted total revenues of €721M in 2008.
About TomTom WORK
TomTom WORK, the B2B division of TomTom, provides companies with straightforward and innovative solutions for managing vehicle fleets of any size. TomTom WORK‘s Connected Navigation solution provides a seamless combination of navigation, two-way communication, tracking and tracing, order management, and reporting. TomTom WEBFLEET, a leading online service for fleet management that can be accessed at any time via the Internet, is an integral part of the TomTom WORK portfolio. TomTom WORK's solutions are available in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Denmark, and the United States. www.tomtomwork.com.
SOURCE: Software AG