The users conference hosted by Vormittag Associates (VAI) at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2004, offered a multitude of general how-to sessions highlighted with a couple of macro-views of technology in the distribution industry.

Kohler Co. announced it will use Recruitmax Corporate Edition, a software that assists in attracting, hiring and retaining employees.

The Build.com Building and Home Improvement Network announced www.plumbing.com has added commercial products to its line.

Intuit Eclipse introduced updated products and services in its 2005 QuickBooks® lineup, including the Premier Manufacturing and Wholesale Edition and the Enterprise Solutions Manufacturing and Wholesale Edition, which is now designed to host more multi-user activity.

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Prophet 21 released Prophet 21 Array version 10.0, a UNIX-based enterprise software system.

Mincron announced CDS Distributing, a distributor and fabricator of HVAC products based in Charlotte, N.C., has selected Mincron HD to automate its sales, purchasing, fabrication, and accounting functions.

The Decorative Plumbing and Hardware Association (DPHA) awarded “Best Manufacturer Web Site of the Year” to THG USA, an importer of luxury and high-end bath products from the House of Tetard Haudiquez, for its site at www.thgusa.com.

The executive retreat for Infor Global Solutions' distribution customers in October engaged attendees with the latest developments in the industry.

The Specialty Tools and Fasteners Distribution Association (STAFDA) Convention will begin with a technology and consultants fair on Nov. 14 from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.