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<h1>Welcome to Ideal Business Services</h1>
<p>We offer a friendly and flexible range of IT services, including specialist
software solutions, applications for the logistics industry, systems support,
networking and data transfer, database programming, bespoke development, multimedia
and web services.<br>
We currently support a varied client base throughout the UK, Europe and farther
afield.<br>
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<p>Please browse our site to see how we can help you. </p>
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<h1>Software</h1>
<h2>Application Software</h2>
<p>We develop, install and support complete tracking and control solutions for
various logistics related industries, including container depots, railheads,
ports, warehouses and coldstores. Every application is developed solely by us,
with each system being unique and personalised to meet each customers' exact
needs.<br>
Our own technicians install all hardware and software, keeping any disruption
in the working environment to an absolute minimum. The system is then thoroughly
tested before staff training begins. <br>
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<p>We currently provide the following range of software solutions to the logistics
industry:<br>
UNITRACK-D: for the management of a container M&R depot<br>
UNITRACK-R: for the management of a railhead container terminal<br>
UNITRACK-P: for the management of a port operation<br>
WACOS: for the management of a warehouse/coldstore <br>
ESTIMATOR: utilising hand-held input devices<br>
BULK TRADER: for the management of chemical bulk trading<br>
REEFER: for the monitoring of refrigerated containers<br>
ACCOUNTS: a fully integrated accounts / payroll solution<br>
For the most part, the products are mature, tried and tested and very well regarded
solutions used by some of the leading players within the logistics industry.
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We recognise that the criteria for software development are constantly changing.
Therefore, if the type of application required by the customer is not currently
available we will be pleased to design a custom-built solution. <br>
Our client base includes many well-respected names within the industry, including:<br>
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<p>Willington PLC<br>
IBL Coldstores<br>
IBL Bulk Liquids<br>
Tibbett & Britten<br>
White Sea & Baltic Co Ltd<br>
Initial Metals Engineering Ltd<br>
Roadways Container Logistics<br>
Pentalver Transport Ltd<br>
Felixstowe Port Container Services<br>
Felixstowe Container Services<br>
Corstor<br>
Port of Seaham<br>
F. Holm Chemie Handels GmbH, Germany<br>
Inchcape Shipping Services, Belgium<br>
St Lucia Air and Sea Port Authority</p>
<h2>Installation</h2>
<p>Our own technicians install all Hardware and software, keeping any disruption
in your working environment down to an absolute minimum. The system is then
thoroughly tried and tested before training begins.</p>
<h2>Support</h2>
<p>Ongoing software support, licence fees and, where necessary, system upgrades
are provided for all programs and data within the scope of the system.<br>
</p>
<p>A four level methodology of software support is provided for all systems, as
follows:<br>
</p>
<p>1. Telephone/faxed/emailed request for information.<br>
2. Telephone/faxed emailed technical assistance.<br>
3. Modem support or via Internet<br>
4. On site assistance, where necessary<br>
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<p>We are also able to offer support to other third party Unidata / SB+ systems.</p>
<h2>Training</h2>
<p>For ease of use, all operations are menu-driven. Information requested or instructions
given to operators use plain English, so users will need only the minimum of
training.</p>
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<h1>Business Development</h1>
<h2>3D Design & Animation</h2>
<p>Harness all the power of TV advertising at a fraction of the cost. Pre-production
visualisation, architectural projections, eye catching animation, virtual prototypes
viewable from any angle, or even a simple animated logo. Whatever the requirements,
our innovative design team will help you to communicate your message. </p>
<h2>E-Cards</h2>
<p>The e-card is one of the most convenient and powerful ways to promote your
business. Using a combination of multimedia design and state of the art technology,
we will create or enhance your corporate image to its best possible potential.<br>
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<p>Issued to your sales team, placed in mailshots, or used as an accompaniment
/ alternative to promotional material, this versatile media holds sound, music,
text, images, and video. It can store a digital version of your literature,
and link to your website… but better yet, all this information fits neatly
in your pocket or credit card holder. </p>
<h2>Exhibitions Demos</h2>
<p>An exhibition demo is the perfect way to pull traffic to your trade stand and
are generally authored in three versions:<br>
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<p>1. Fully interactive - A representative will be able to navigate anywhere in
the demonstration, in answer to questions from the audience or used to illustrate
a presentation.<br>
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<p>2. Partially interactive - advances or backtracks one stage at a time, at the
touch of a button. The presenter is in full control of the synchronisation.<br>
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<p>3. Free running - Fully automatic presentation loop repeating continuously
or at timed intervals, leaving the representative free to talk to individuals.<br>
</p>
<p>All presentations are available in CD, mini-CD, e-card, video or VCD/SVCD,
and can also be used for training or lectures.</p>
<h2>Multimedia Presentations</h2>
<p>Multimedia projects can be tailored for the Internet, or CD production, giving
unrivalled performance in selling power. Working with your existing media/storyboards
or authoring them from scratch, we will create a compelling corporate projection
of your business. Final takes can be output to CD, mini-CD, e-card, video or
VCD/SVCD, incorporating a wide range of viewing platforms from PC to VHS video,
or DVD players.</p>
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<h1>Consultancy</h1>
<p>We are pleased to provide advice in the following ways:<br>
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<p><b>Policy Making</b><br>
Helping the client to identify a strategic plan of IT development needed to
support the overall strategic business plan.<br>
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<p><b>Tactical Planning</b><br>
Developing a plan of action and time scales for identifying specific business
support system projects at a tactical level.<br>
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<p><b>Operational Platforms</b><br>
Technical installation, implementation and support of the above individual solutions.
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<h1>Networks</h1>
<p>We are experienced in Windows NT, 95/98/2000, Novell and other networking technology
and can provide a complete service from planning, through to cabling and implementation
and on to network support. <br>
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<p>We provide advice to companies on the best type of network for their organisation,
having much experience of Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN),
Peer-to-Peer and Client/Server environments.<br>
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<p><b>Design</b><br>
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<p>Before any work begins, a technician will visit the premises to perform a site
survey. A design scheme is then developed ensuring the most practical and economical
solution for the customer.<br>
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<p><b>Implementation</b><br>
We pride ourselves on our ability to get you up and running fast and efficiently
whether you're expanding an existing network or starting from scratch - one
of the benefits of careful planning in the design stage.<br>
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<p><b>Maintenance</b><br>
We always endeavour to give the best possible response should any network problems
arise.<br>
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<p><b>Hardware</b><br>
We can provide all hardware, if required, offering a one-stop shop approach
and relieving you of the need to contact a number of different suppliers.</p>
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<h1>Contact</h1>
<p>If you have a specific enquiry or would like more information on the services
we offer please use our enquiry form or alternatively you can contact us at
the following address.<br>
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<p>Ideal Business Services Ltd. <br>
Hindley Business Centre <br>
Platt Lane<br>
Hindley<br>
Wigan<br>
Lancashire<br>
WN2 3PA<br>
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<p>Tel: +44 (0) 01942 209578 <br>
Fax: +44 (0) 01942 737082 </p>
<p><a href="mailto:sales@idealbusinessservices.co.uk">sales@idealbusinessservices.co.uk</a><br>
<a href="mailto:support@idealbusinessservices.co.uk">support@idealbusinessservices.co.uk</a>
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