Leading Australian distributor and manufacturer selects IBS Enterprise software to assist with plans for continued growth

Leading Australian distributor and manufacturer selects IBS Enterprise software
to assist with plans for continued growth

International Business Systems (IBS) and Abey Australia sign an agreement to
implement IBS Enterprise business software for its distribution and
manufacturing operations.

STOCKHOLM, November 20, 2009 - International Business Systems (STO: IBS B) the
leading application supplier for wholesale and distribution, today announced
that Abey Australia, a leading distributor of quality tap ware, sinks, ovens and
proudly Australian manufacturer of plumbing components, has selected IBS
Australia as their technology partner to help position the company for continued
growth. IBS Enterprise business software solution meets and exceeds Abey's
specific business requirements, in all areas - It is a proven total IT solution
that is designed not only for wholesale & distribution companies, but also has
strong capabilities for manufacturing. 
Geoff Anderson, Managing Director of Abey Australia, says, "Abey has
demonstrated that manufacturing in Australia can still be viable proposition if
managed correctly, and our choice of IBS is all about forming a strategic
partnership to drive further efficiencies and to maximize the growth of our
business.”  He adds, “Abey has a strong family culture and believes firmly in
the importance of relationships. The passion, experience and knowledge shown by
the local IBS team were a key consideration in the deliberations and our final
decision.”
Abey will implement all of the core IBS software modules, including
Distribution, Warehouse Management, Finance and Manufacturing. E-Business is
also an exciting area of growth for Abey, and NetStore, the e-business software
by IBS, will help Abey extend new channels of business for both existing and new
customers and geographies.
Kamal Sharma, Vice-President of Sales & Marketing for IBS Asia Pacific,
commented, " Abey  is an excellent example of  a company  punching above its
weight, thanks to its excellent strategy, management team, and product range.
IBS' focus is on assisting companies like Abey, whose operations involve both
distribution and manufacturing, to maximize their revenue and growth potential.
It does this with a business IT solution based on global best practices, but
designed and implemented with local know-how based on their unique industry &
business needs"

For more information, please contact:
Oskar Ahlberg, Senior Vice President of Communications, IBS AB
Tel: +46-70-244 24 75
oskar.ahlberg@ibs.net


About IBS
IBS specialises in differentiating companies from their competitors on the
strength of their distribution operations. 
Founded in 1978, IBS has over 30 year's experience of distribution in industries
ranging from automotive and electronics to paper, publishing and
pharmaceuticals. This deep understanding of distribution models and best
practices is embodied in IBS' global distribution system, which is enhanced with
local expertise to create a unique system for each IBS client. 

More than 4,000 companies in 40 countries rely on IBS to improve their
distribution operations - enabling them to achieve both increased profitability
and higher valued services to the channel.
IBS B share is listed on NASDAQ OMX First North Exchange Stockholm. For more
information, please visit www.ibs.net