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April 20, 2011 – Omnify Software announces version 5.0 of Empower PLM software. This product release has a completely browser-based platform which further enhances user accessibility, system performance and scalability to support the product design and development needs of small to midsize manufacturers.

Key product enhancements include:

New browser-based platform: All Empower modules have been transitioned to web browser applications, completely eliminating any client installation and expanding operating system/platform support.

Significant performance improvements: New platform and algorithm developments have had a significant performance improvement on many common operations such as authentication, Change/ECO processing, Bill of Material viewing/reporting, etc.

Multiple language support: New XML “dictionary” support provides multiple language support and customizable vernacular to the application forms without having to install multiple application instances. Each user can select from a different language dictionary.

Enhanced integration: The new platform provides enhanced integration across all Empower modules as well as 3rd party applications.

New graphical reporting engine: Standard reports and a customizable reporting engine have been provided to easily create bar graph, pie chart, Pareto charts, and line graphs.

Streamlined User Interface: Many forms have been redesigned to further improve readability and simplify navigation.