SANTA ANA, Calif., March 9, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MSC.Software (Nasdaq:MSCS), a leading global provider of enterprise simulation solutions, including simulation software and services, today announced that Ford Motor Company has signed a new agreement, extending their 20-year history of engineering simulation and innovation using MSC.Software products.
Under the new agreement, Ford will continue to use both MSC Nastran and Adams as their standard simulation tools allowing them to bring better products to market more quickly, meeting the competitive business demands of the current automotive market.
"We are proud that Ford Motor Company has chosen MSC.Software's simulation solutions to meet their business needs and drive value for their customers," said Bill Weyand, chief executive officer, MSC.Software. "The continuation of their investment in our industry leading technology speaks well to our rich history of simulation innovation and our commitment to meeting evolving market needs."
About MSC.Software Corporation
MSC.Software (Nasdaq:MSCS) is a global leader of enterprise simulation solutions that help companies make money, save time and reduce costs associated with designing and testing manufactured products. MSC.Software works with thousands of companies in hundreds of industries to develop better products faster by utilizing information technology, software, services and systems. MSC.Software employs more than 1,000 people throughout the world. For additional information about MSC.Software's products and services, please visit www.mscsoftware.com.
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