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Kevin Piotrowski (Solution Marketing)Kari Miller (Product Management)

Discover Your Path to InnovationInfor s Flex Upgrade Program for ERP BPCS/LX

A Clear Path Forward for Every Customer

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Disclaimer

This presentation, in whole or part, does not constitute an offer of any kind and may not be incorporated into any contractual agreement with Infor or its subsidiaries and affiliates. The Infor Flex and Infor Financing programs are available for a limited period and subject to change at any time, with or without notice to you. Restrictions apply. This presentation reflects the direction Infor may take with regard to the specific product(s) described herein, all of which is subject to change by Infor in its sole discretion, with or without notice to you.



The Reality of Many Companies

We re on an old version of a product that is no longer meeting our changing business needs

We want to upgrade to the latest version for one or more reasonsWe ve outgrown the functionality available in our version of the productOur custom modifications are brittle and expensive to maintainWe just made an acquisition and need a more robust solutionWe need software that continues to deliver value over the long-haul

We want to make a change, but shudder at the thought of the time, energy, expense and risk of a major upgrade



A Clear Path Forward

Infor has designed a program that makes it painless, fast and cost effective for you to upgrade

Address your business s need to changeProtect your existing investment in software

This programGives you choicesIs financially compelling, quick to implement and low riskOn your timeline, not oursProvides a path to adopt new Infor innovations, without disrupting your business

Infor Flex: A Clear Path Forward



Introducing Infor Flex Upgrade


Infor Flex Upgrade

Path to newest application version

Fast, cost-effective implementation

Minimal or zero license fees

No incremental maintenance fees

Special incentive pricing

Access to new innovation

On your timeline, not ours



Infor Flex Upgrade: Customer Value

New features/ functions

Take advantage of the millions we ve invested to engineer your software for your industry

Nextgeneration technology

Access Infor s new application components that feature best-of-the-best functionality, without disrupting your business

Low risk Upgrade based on the needs of your business, and on your timeline, not ours

Value formaintenance

Avoid high costs of new systems, new support contracts, and new vendors who don t know your business

Speed tovalue

Leverage the fastest implementations in the industry proven methodology based on 70,000 implementations worldwide



Infor Flex Upgrade Program

License Promotions

Modest, streamlined License fees (to cover 3rd party costs) for existing users

Additional seats of your current Infor solution Available with Special Incentive pricing

Additional modules and extended applications available with Special Incentive pricing.

Maintenance Fees

No incremental maintenance fees for current products/users

Implementation Analysis

Fixed fee 5-day assessment and scoping (optional)

Professional Services

Discounted implementation fees based on scoping

Leverage Infor s Fast Start methodology

Compelling AMS discounts to reduce cost and technology migration risk

Infor Flex UpgradeUpgrade your Infor software to the latest version



Infor ERP BPCS/LX A Flex Upgrade Option

Proven solution built on the IBM System i platform

25+ year heritage built specifically for manufacturing companies

Discrete manufacturersProcess manufacturersHybrid manufacturers

Large international footprint

Offers a true mixed mode manufacturing environment including ETO, CTO, MTO, Repetitive, and Service.

Robust roadmap embracing Infor Open SOA & Infor MyDay



Top Reasons to Upgrade to ERP LX

Path forward for SOARemoval of AS/Set RPG ILE1000 s of enhancements since BPCS 405CDBrowser Based UI for access anytime from anywhereAccess to Information through improved inquiriesImproved Security Company, Facility, WarehouseRegion and Time Zone SupportImprove Operational EfficiencyImprove Compliance and Control



Flex Upgrade Details for ERP BPCS / LX Kari Miller

HistoryRoadmapStarter KitsFinancingSummaryQ & A



Infor ERP LX Enhancement Evolution


BPCS 405CD BPCS 6 BPCS 8 LX 8.3.0 LX 8.3.3Millennium Edition Configurable Enterprise

Financials allowing for more flexible accounting, more security and better processing of transactions

Credit and Deduction Management to improve cash flow and collection processing

Advanced Remittance Processing to manage lock box processing

Electronic Commerce Manager for enhanced processing of EDI transactions

Inbound Logistics Management utilizing the ability to manage purchasing and landing costs

Outbound Logistics Management working to create load information at order processing time, allow for returnables, additional packaging and shipping specifics

Trade Funds Management working to allow for bill backs, advertising promotions etc within the CPG world

Lean Management Processing allows for simplified customer order processing within a Lean environment

Electronic Signature meets the FDA regulations Article 21CFR Part 11

Dynamic Weights and Measures gives the system abiltity to operate in multiple units of measure. Was formerly called Catch Weight as a customization

Cartera Regulatory requirements of Spain and Italy

Significant Lot Management enhancements

Technology Changes

Removal of AS/Set

Return to RPG ILE

Browser Based UI

Exit Points

Manufacturing Shift

Processing

Going to Costs

Product Life Cycle

Codes

Region and Time Zone

Support

Credit Card

Processing

Multi-Language

Descriptive Data; e.g.

Item Description,

Customer name and

address, Vendor name

and Address, etc.

Order Templates

Fair Share Allocation

processing

<------------------------------------------------------1000 s of enhancements -------------------------------------------------------------

1998 2008




IBM i 6.1 Readiness

BPCS VersionsV405CDV6.0.02V6.0.04V6.1V8.0 V8.1 V8.2

ERP LXAll Versions

AS/SetV8.0V8.0.01V6.1.01

Go to Infor 365 on-line for complete updates



Turning Data Into Information for Effective Decision Making



Disclaimer

This document reflects the direction Infor may take with regard to the specific product(s) described in this document, all of which is subject to change by Infor in its sole discretion, with or without notice to you. This document is not a commitment to you in any way and you should not rely on this document or any of its content in making any decision. Infor is not committing to develop or deliver anything described herein.



Timeline

Q3

2010 2011 2012

Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2009

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1

2013

Infor ERP LX Project Roadmap


MyDayProject 1

WM9Project 2

Webstore, IC, Pricing

Project 4

Evolve

Feature Packs

Infor Decisions, Infor Advance GLProject 5

8.3.5

8.3.48.3.3

8.3.6

CostingProject 3

MyDayProject 1a MyDayProject

1b



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Component 2 Component 4

Picture area

Component 3Component 1Summary

Project 1

In Development

MyDay Key MilestonesSOA infrastructure

3 5 MyDay homepages

BOD s




Infor Open SOAPredefined Content Minimal Disruption Future Integrations

Infor MyDay: Making it Easier to Get Your Job Done Every Day

Infor DecisionsInfor Decisions

Easy AccessReal-time AnswersDaily Action

PurchasingManager

Daily Questions I Need to AnswerHow much have we purchased from each supplier?How many orders need to be reviewed and approved?What purchase orders need immediate approval? Which vendors are on hold?





Infor Decisions: The Analysis You Need for Better Decisions


In-depth AnalysisBetter InsightConfident Decisions

PurchasingManager

How do I know if delivery performance is improvingWhich suppliers historically deliver on time, late, early?Which suppliers historically short ship and over ship items?Which items are historically delivered on time, late, early?Which items are historically short shipped or over shipped?





Improving Performance across the Organization

Infor Infor MyDayMyDay

You ll have an easier time getting your job done and


be more confident in your business decisions.

PurchasingManager



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Component 2 Component 4

Picture area

Component 3Component 1Summary

Project 2

In Development

WM9 SOA integration Key Milestones

Shipping

Manufacturing

Purchased Receipts

Other



Timeline

Q3

2010 2011 2012

Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2009

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1

2013

Infor ERP LX Project Roadmap


MyDayProject 1

WM9Project 2

Webstore, IC, Pricing

Project 4

Evolve

Feature Packs

Infor Decisions, Infor Advance GLProject 5

8.3.5

8.3.48.3.3

8.3.6

CostingProject 3

MyDayProject 1a MyDayProject

1b




Supported Upgrade Levels for LX 8.3.3

BPCS 4.05CD (Latest Service Pack)

BPCS 6.X (Latest Service Pack)

BPCS 8.0 (Latest Service Pack)



LX 8.3.0 (Latest Service Pack)



LX 8.3.3

Note: for additional information related to conversion support and method please reference the installation guide available on the Support 365 website / documentation section for ERP LX 8.3.3



Infor Flex Upgrade


Infor Flex UpgradePath to newest application version

Available for all versions of BPCS

Available to all eligible customers on

maintenance

Full module suite for minimal or no

license fee

Discounted Additional UsersDiscounted Extension Solutions

Path to newest application versionFlex Upgrade Starter Kit

Optional Fixed Fee 5 day upfront scoping reviewStarter Kit PSO Package

87 day packaged offeringFinancing Available



Starter Kit Services Included

Operational Solution ReviewCurrent System Findings and Recommendations

Focused on these key areas:Plan to BuildDesign to DeployPurchase to PayOrder to CashFinancial Process

Executive Level DocumentClient Presentation

Functional WorkshopsHands On

Net Change New Features and FunctionsManufacturing Financials

Supply Chain

Project ManagementProject PlanIssue Resolution

Risk Mitigation

Technical UpgradeERPLX Installation & Configuration

Single Server

Web User InterfaceIDF

MigrationSingle Database

Single Company Business Models

Customizations

Up to 20 daysTesting and Cutover

Support Pilot TestingProduction Cutover

Aligning Strategy with Solution Design



Introducing Infor Financing

An Easy Way to Pay

Makes it easy for qualifying customers to payAllows you to spread out the costs of your investment over timeAll-inclusive program supports license, maintenance and services costs

Enables you to drive critical business initiativesPreserves your cash flowTurns a capital expense into an operational expense

Visit www.infor.com/customers/financing for details

Currently Offering 0% Payment Option for Qualified Customers

Currently Available in North America



Next Steps

In this economic climate, we all need to make the most of our available budgets while maximizing our return on those investments

Let Infor show you how upgrading to Infor ERP LX can help youImprove organizational efficiencyReduce Manufacturing CostsImprove Order to Cash Cycle TimeImprove Customer SatisfactionShorten Month End CloseImproved Compliance and TraceabilityReduce Regulatory CostsReduce IT Support Costs

Contact your Infor Sales Representative today



ERP BPCS/LX Flex Upgrade Summary

Protecting your investmentCommitted to ERP LXLeverages current BPCS knowledge

Modernizing the solution in an evolutionary way for maximum user productivity minimal impact to the organization

SOA EnablementInquiries for ERP LXInfor MyDayInfor Evolve Components

Lowering total cost of ownershipCost effective upgrade offeringComponentized enhancementsCost Effective Financing



Contacts

Kari Miller, Sr. Director, Product ManagementOffice: +1 813.349.3860 Email: [email protected]

Paul DiGiovanni, Professional Service Account ManagerOffice: +1 312.258.6070Email: [email protected]

Kevin Piotrowski; Director Solution Marketing, System iOffice: +1 734.623.4042 Email: [email protected]



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