F. T. Silfies Selects TMWSuite
Platform Provides Superior Automation, Reporting and Integration Capabilities

Beachwood, Ohio – Nazareth, Pa.-based F.T. Silfies Inc., a leading Mid-Atlantic dry bulk carrier, has chosen TMWSuite^TM from TMW Systems as the enterprise management platform for its fleet.

Silfies chose TMWSuite to replace an in-house system that lacked the robust automation, reporting and integration capabilities that the carrier needs to accommodate anticipated growth. TMWSuite will also be used as the platform for other trucking companies acquired by Silfies’ parent company, Quantum Equity Partners.

“In my opinion, TMW has been one step ahead of the competition with respect to innovative designs,” said Silfies President & CEO Randy Sheeler, who had used TMWSuite for six years with a previous employer. “While other ERP providers are still developing some of the capabilities we needed, TMW already has them. This implementation will allow us to move into the world of ‘virtual dispatch’.”

With the implementation of TMWSuite, Silfies plans to eliminate several manual processes for dispatch, billing and settlement – allowing personnel to concentrate on more customer-focused issues. TMWSuite will also enable Silfies to integrate its mobile communications and imaging processes into a single system to achieve more operating efficiencies.

Additionally, Silfies is implementing ResultsNow by TMWTM, a web-based performance-monitoring application, to gain real-time visibility to such Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as revenue per mile, loaded mile ratio and asset utilization.

"We’re pleased to have the opportunity to help Silfies proactively address its future challenges and enhance performance,” said Tom Weisz, Chairman of TMW Systems. “Silfies’ selection of TMWSuite once again validates our long-standing commitment to excellence for our product portfolio and customer service.”

TMWSuite provides trucking companies and private fleets with an integrated suite of operations management software and services to address the end-to-end transportation process – from order entry through settlement to complete financials. The solution adapts to the customer’s business rules, allowing the organization to improve efficiencies and maximize profits, strengthen customer communication and enhance driver relationships.

About TMW Systems
Founded in 1983, TMW Systems, Inc. is recognized as the premier developer and integrator of enterprise management software designed specifically for the trucking industry. Leveraging the organization’s hands-on expertise in trucking and technology, TMW’s products – including TMWSuite^TM for Windows^® and TL2000 AS/400 platform – enable carriers to easily integrate vital real-time data from every facet of their operations into a single system to maximize dispatch efficiency, improve productivity and customer service and enhance profitability. Based in Beachwood, Ohio, TMW currently serves more than 500 customers globally, including in North America, Europe, China and Latin America. For more information, visit http://www.tmwsystems.com or call 800/401-6682.

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Press Release Date

October 27, 2005