Tectura Achieves ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Certifications

 

REDWOOD CITY, CA — OCTOBER 17, 2007 — Tectura Corporation, a leading global provider of Microsoft integrated business solutions to mid-market companies, larger enterprises and their divisions, announced today that its Applied Engineering Solutions division has been awarded ISO 9001:2000 and AS9100 Rev B certifications by BSI Management Systems, a global provider of independent third-party certification of management systems. BSI has certified that Tectura Applied Engineering Solutions operates a Quality Management System which complies with the requirements of AS9100 Rev B and ISO 9001:2000 for the design, development, integration, test and support of custom airborne software systems. Tectura currently provides loadable software parts for Boeing 777 and 787 airplanes. "These certifications are a key milestone which underlines Tectura's commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for our clients and further identifies Tectura as a world-class service organization," said Ben Bicknell, executive vice president of the Tectura Applied Engineering Solutions division. "With this significant accomplishment and validation, our aerospace clients can be even more confident that our Quality Management System meets the highest standards of quality- standards that are recognized and respected throughout the world." Tectura's Applied Engineering Solutions division, located in Bellevue, Washington, is comprised of senior system engineers, architects, and consultants who specialize in improving complex systems and solutions for clients whose products and processes must meet the most demanding regulatory controls and requirements. For over 20 years, the Tectura Applied Engineering Solutions team has been an integral part in implementing best practice processes in certification and systems integration at large and mid-tier aerospace manufacturers, architecting new aircraft information management strategies, and contributing to the next generation in air traffic management systems. From initial concept through testing and validation, Tectura Applied Engineering Solutions develops, manages and produces solutions that lead to better products and processes- reducing risk, speeding time to market, ensuring better performance, and instilling competitive advantage.

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About Tectura Tectura is a leading Microsoft Dynamics™ partner and global services company providing Microsoftbased ERP, CRM, and technology solutions to mid-market companies, larger enterprises and their divisions. Tectura delivers exceptional and sustained value by providing software, consulting, and IT implementation services to clients in the distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, and service-based industries. Through these services, Tectura has delivered business process improvements, greater efficiency, and a clear competitive edge to more than 5,000 clients. Clients benefit from unmatched experience and a solid commitment from more than 1,850 dedicated Tectura employees in 60 offices throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. A Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Tectura has been recognized by Microsoft for its outstanding customer service with such awards as Microsoft Business Solutions Inner Circle Partner, Pioneer of the Year, Partner of the Year (multiple regions), Global Partner of the Year, Fastest Growing Partner of the Year, Excellence in Customer Care, and the Customer Loyalty Award. Learn more at: www.tectura.com.

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