Manufacturing Data Systems Named Microsoft Certified Solution Provider
Manufacturing Data Systems, Inc. (MDSI), a leader in software-based Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) technology, has been named a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider (MCSP). This designation recognizes MDSI's advanced training and expertise on Microsoft products, particularly Microsoft Windows NT, which is used by MDSI's OpenCNC software to control a range of CNC machine tools. As a result, MDSI customers will benefit from enhanced support and integration with other Windows applications, further solidifying the company's position in the manufacturing marketplace.
Key Takeaways:
- MDSI's OpenCNC product is the first production-proven, unbundled software CNC on Microsoft Windows NT, available on the market.
- With 42% market share, MDSI holds a significant lead in the software CNC market, as reported by Automation Research Corporation (ARC).
- The software CNC market is projected to grow 103% by 2003, reaching $235 million in value, according to ARC.
- MDSI has secured a long list of prominent customers across various industries, including Boeing, Caterpillar, and Ford Motor Company.
- The company's OpenCNC product has revolutionized the CNC industry, enabling complete control of CNC machine tools from software.
- MDSI has made a significant investment in its support organization to meet the needs of Windows NT customers.
Statistics:
- 42% market share of the software CNC market held by MDSI (ARC, 1998)
- 103% growth projected for the software CNC market by 2003 (ARC, 1998)
- $235 million projected value of the software CNC market by 2003 (ARC, 1998)
- 1998: MDSI's OpenCNC product is the first production-proven, unbundled software CNC on Microsoft Windows NT
Sources:
- "MDSI Leads an Industrial Revolution in Computer Numerical Controls," ARC Special Report, November 19, 1998; (c)1998, ARC
- Automation Research Corporation (ARC)
- Microsoft Corporation