SDRC Receives Contract From Mannesmann Dematic AG

29 June 1999

SDRC Receives Contract From Mannesmann Dematic AG; The Mobile Crane Division of Mannesmann Dematic Ag Standardizes On I-DEAS Software for All Engineering Process Requirements

    CINCINNATI--June 28, 1999--SDRC , a leading global supplier of enterprise product development solutions and developer of I-DEAS(R) and Metaphase(R) Enterprise(TM) software, today announced that Mannesmann Dematic Mobile Cranes has standardized on SDRC's award-winning I-DEAS software for its entire engineering process requirements. The contract for 100 seats of I-DEAS Master Series(TM) includes software licenses as well as consulting and engineering services.
    Located in Zweibrucken, Germany, Mannesmann Dematic AG is a leading supplier of mobile cranes worldwide. In a project over the next 24 months, I-DEAS Master Series will be the standard for all product development, replacing Mannesmann Dematic's existing 2D tools.
    "Our goal is to reduce development time by 30% by the year 2001 while at the same time increasing our reputation for flexible and quick response on customer requirements," said Alexander Knecht, director engineering, Mannesmann. "By shortening our overall cycle time, more opportunity will be available for innovation -- to decisively lead technological advancements in our industry."
    After an extensive evaluation, Mannesmann Dematic selected SDRC. The ability of SDRC to provide a process oriented solution for product development, as well as the core technology of I-DEAS, were key factors in the decision process.
    "SDRC is very pleased to be working with Mannesmann Dematic AG," stated Bill Weyand, chairman, president, and CEO of SDRC. "Our ability to provide an enterprise product development solution is becoming more attractive to major manufacturers. Teaming with companies, such as Mannesmann Dematic, fosters our own goals for innovation and quality -- core competencies that SDRC has embraced throughout the evolution of our company. We look forward to a successful relationship with one of Europe's premiere manufacturers."

    About SDRC

    SDRC (Structural Dynamics Research Corporation) is one of the world's leading providers of enterprise product development solutions with its suite of mechanical design automation software and product data management software. The Company's products, coupled with value-added services, help manufacturers optimize product development early in the design process, enabling them to reduce cost and cycle time while significantly improving quality and time to market. SDRC provides the award-winning I-DEAS(R) product suite of integrated CAD/CAM/CAE software, and the market-leading PDM software, Metaphase(R) Enterprise(TM), which is developed, marketed and supported by SDRC's Metaphase Technology Division. SDRC employs more than 2,400 people worldwide, with 75 offices in 17 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia/Pacific.
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    Note to Editors: SDRC, I-DEAS and Metaphase are registered trademarks, and I-DEAS Master Series and Metaphase Enterprise are trademarks of Structural Dynamics Research Corporation. All other trademarks or registered trademarks belong to their respective holders.