Berkline Implements Synapse Manufacturing™

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Integrated Business Systems & Services, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: IBSS) (IBSS), announced that Berkline, a division of LifeStyle Furnishings International Ltd. (LFI) is going to utilize Synapse Manufacturing(TM) software to automate shop floor control and warehouse management at all of its locations. Berkline, a leading manufacturer of reclining upholstery furniture, selected Synapse Manufacturing(TM) to automate its unique, make-to-order manufacturing and shipping processes. Synapse Manufacturing(TM) is a fully configurable Manufacturing Execution, Order Fulfillment and Enterprise Application Integration System. LFI is a world class manufacturer of innovative products for the home furnishings industry. LFI has total sales of approximately $2 billion and owns 89 factories throughout the US, totaling 24 million square ft. "We chose Synapse Manufacturing because of its powerful flexibility and technical capabilities," says David Hood, Operations Services, Vice President for Berkline. "Our JIT manufacturing and shipping processes require that we have a system with real-time flexibility. It also has to be able to handle multiple warehousing and manufacturing locations within a single operation. The IBSS Synapse technology provides us with the ability to track order and shipping progress in real-time. This is absolutely critical in our industry because of Berkline's unique make-to-order manufacturing process." "IBSS is well positioned to help specialized manufacturing companies like the Berkline division of LifeStyle Furnishings," says Harry Langley, President and CEO of IBSS. "Our technology can be configured and customized to any industry within the manufacturing arena without extensive technical modifications. This functionality is extremely beneficial to vertical industries within the manufacturing arena. Berkline has been providing the highest quality reclining furniture since the 1930's and we see them as a leading technology innovator within their industry." About IBSS IBSS provides computer technology products and services to manufacturers and other industries that require business-to-business on-line transaction processing products throughout the country. For more information about IBSS' products and services, call 800-553-1038 or visit http://www.ibss.net . Except for the historical information herein, the matters discussed in this news release include forward-looking statements that may involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary significantly based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, risks in product and technology development and integration, market acceptance of new products and continuing product demand, the impact of competitive products and pricing, changing economic conditions and other risk factors detailed in the Company's most recent annual report and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. SOURCE Integrated Business Systems & Services, Inc. Web Site: http://www.ibss.net