Empower PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) solution, version 5.0, by Omnify Software, Tewksbury, MA, features the following enhancements:

• Browser-based platform.  All Empower modules have been transitioned to web browser applications, eliminating any client installation and expanding operating system/platform support.
• Performance improvements.  Platform and algorithm developments have improved common operations such as authentication, change/ECO processing, bill of material viewing/reporting, etc.
• Multiple language support. XML “dictionary” support provides multiple language support and customizable vernacular to the application forms without having to install multiple application instances.  Each user can select from a different language dictionary.
• Enhanced integration. The new platform provides enhanced integration across all Empower modules as well as third-party applications.
• New graphical reporting engine. Standard reports and a customizable reporting engine have been provided to easily create bar graph, pie chart, Pareto charts, and line graphs.
• Streamlined user interface. Many forms have been redesigned to further improve readability and simplify navigation.