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News Release from: Mar-Kov Computer Systems | Subject: MES V7.0
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 28 March 2008
V7 of Mar-Kov chemical manufacturing
system
Mar-Kov Computer Systems, a leading provider of Manufacturing Execution Software, has released Version 7.0 of its Mar-Kov CMS chemical manufacturing system for process manufacturers
Mar-Kov CMS helps to streamline manufacturing processes, improve product quality, decrease product cycle times, and assure compliance in GMP and FDA regulated production and packaging environments The new and improved features in Version 7 are:
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 29 Jan 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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* Batch Execution.
CMS now prompts and polices the operator through the execution of a batch including all process steps, equipment reservation, equipment cleaning and sanitisation.
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* Workflow.
Workflow can be attached to most processes in CMS.
Workflow enhancements include automatic e-mail notification of all concerned parties.
* Significantly Faster.
Developed in .NET, CMS has reduced the number of communication transactions required between our software and the server, significantly improving performance particularly over wide area networks.
* No Citrix or Terminal Server Required.
CMS no longer requires a permanent unbroken connection to the server - our software automatically reconnects as necessary.
This makes implementation across a WAN extremely efficient.
Browser based convenience without the limitations of a browser interface.
* User Customisable Forms.
All forms can now be customised by the user.
This includes adding and removing fields, renaming fields, reorganizing fields, and adding new tabs to a form.
* User Customisable Reports.
All reports are user customisable.
* Packaging Order Execution.
CMS will guide the operator through the execution of packaging orders including equipment reservation and enforcement of equipment cleaning/sanitisation procedures.
This feature provides traceability for all ingredients and packaging materials.
* Scale Calibration.
Our software will enforce the calibration of scales according to user defined schedules.
Mar-Kov CMS provides immediate benefits to clients, including complete traceability of all materials and operations, consistent standardised recipes, and less paperwork to meet compliance requirements.
Mar-Kov CMS is a modular integrated software solution for chemical manufacturers in regulated industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, flavour and fragrance, and nutraceuticals.
Modules include manufacturing execution, inventory control and warehousing, recipe/formulation development, laboratory information management, and QC/QA.
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