ACS recently was recognized for its outstanding Java technology-based solution with an IBM Solution Excellence Award, formerly the IBM Solution Showcase Award.
Manufacturers face many competitive challenges in today's global marketplace.
To keep pace with market demands, they must find ways to reduce costs, improve yields and quality, and deliver products to market faster. At the same time, customers and government agencies are demanding more precise production process record keeping. Since its founding in 1988 as a joint venture with IBM, ACS has specialized in developing software for the manufacturing industry. Used by more than 200 manufacturers in Asia and Europe, ACS products include Visualizer, an integrated plant operation solution. A key feature of Factory Visualizer is its Java technology base, which allows for easier customization, fast deployment, and easy upgrades.