SAP, OSIsoft and KurMeta Launch New Book on the "Pursuit of the Perfect Plant"
ORLANDO, Fla. - May 05, 2008 - SAP AG (NYSE: SAP) today announced the availability of “In Pursuit of the Perfect Plant,” a new book co-authored by SAP, OSIsoft and KurMeta that focuses on the steps that manufacturing plants can take to best meet the challenges of today’s hypercompetitive, globalized world. The announcement was made at SAPPHIRE® 2008, SAP’s international customer conference, being held in Orlando, Florida, May 4 – 7.
Released on May 1, 2008, by Evolved Technologists Press, “In Pursuit of the Perfect Plant” provides a unique, expansive view on the challenges and opportunities modern plants face in planning, asset management, energy management, visibility and quality management. A comprehensive road map is laid out to help manufacturers achieve the highest optimal performance from operating plants. The book includes insight and case histories from more than 100 manufacturing experts, including Acsis, Cisco and Tata Consultancy Service.
““In Pursuit of the Perfect Plant’ provides a framework and methodology to help manufacturers increase responsiveness, improve operational efficiency and maximize asset utilization in the new era of manufacturing operations,” said Peter Maier, senior vice president, Industry and Solutions Marketing, SAP. “We are excited to be part of a collaborative process that is helping manufacturers solve today’s operational challenges, while positioning them for future success.”
“In Pursuit of the Perfect Plant” is available for purchase at http://www.amazon.com/ and http://www.amazon.co.uk/. Evolved Technologists Press is offering discounts for bulk orders of 10 books or more. To order in bulk, please contact Ruth Voorhies at rvoorhies@EvolvedMedia.com or call +1-646-827-2196.