Compaq Announces InSite-Inside for
Semiconductor TAP and Electronics
Manufacturing
Compaq Offers Camstar's InSite Manufacturing Execution Software
Pre-Integrated with BusinessBus Middleware and SQL Server Database
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 1, 1999-- Compaq Computer Corporation (NYSE:CPQ - news)
extends its leadership position for the semiconductor test, assembly, packaging (TAP), and electronic
manufacturing markets by announcing new open-architecture, hardware/software application packages
for semiconductor TAP and electronics plant floor management and connectivity. The new systems are
based on Camstar's Windows NT-based InSite(tm) manufacturing execution system (MES) software,
using Compaq's BusinessBus applications integration framework and Microsoft's SQL Server database.
The new product offerings are part of Compaq's NonStop(tm) solutions strategy for continuous, real-time
computing. They provide semiconductor TAP and electronics manufacturers with a complete solution for
managing their plant floor operations with the additional precision, real-time control, and enterprise-wide
integration and inter-application communication required to support the emerging e-commerce
manufacturing models.
MES software for the new solutions is provided by Camstar's InSite application. InSite tracks and
manages product flow through the many stages of complex, cost- and time-critical manufacturing
operations. Camstar's scalable and extensible MES offers complete work-in-process tracking,
configurable process modeling, and real time parametric and process data to support increased product
yields and continuous process improvement.
Compaq Services BusinessBus Application Integration capabilities provides the foundation for flexible
and rapid integration of InSite with other business processes and applications, such as ERP and APS.
The result is rapid creation and deployment of the software infrastructure required to integrate actual
plant operations into the dynamics of real-time e-business supply chain and customer relationship
management.
The new systems are offered in three pre-tested, multi-processor ProLiant configurations, scaled for use
in entry-level, midrange, and large-scale manufacturing environments. The packages are benchmarked
and certified by Compaq for plants requiring real-time support up to 1,200,000 transactions per day.
Each factory-integrated and tested system is shipped in space-saving, high-density, industry-standard
cabinet configurations, and can be further customized by Compaq to precisely match the load
requirements of individual factory environments.
''A primary goal of our NonStop(tm) solutions strategy is to offer reliable, pre-tested packages that
combine best of breed industry applications with the hardware, operating system, and middleware that
can accommodate the rigorous highly available demands of the new e-business models,'' said Rich
Powers, Compaq's Vice President of Manufacturing Solutions. ''Camstar's approach in developing a
native Windows NT-based implementation of the idealized MES model makes InSite(tm) a good choice
for those semiconductor TAP and electronics manufacturers who want the advantages of the Windows
NT environment.''
InSite has ''some of the most comprehensive multi-industry functionality and configurability ever
implemented in a plant systems product,'' according to AMR's evaluation of the product.
The new system packages will be supported by Camstar's support division and Compaq Professional
Services, a global organization within Compaq with focus on NonStop(tm) solutions operations. Using
advanced tools and methodologies to deliver a full portfolio of lifecycle services, Compaq Professional
Services offers planning, solution design, proof-of-concept pilot, project management, implementation,
and rollout across the enterprise as well as on-going support and business critical services to ensure
that customers' entire IT infrastructures are operating at maximum availability.
''We're pleased to have been selected by Compaq as part of its NonStop(tm) solution for MES in the
semiconductor TAP and electronics markets,'' said Dave Cone, Camstar's President. ''Compaq's
reputation for quality, service, and reliability, combined with the exciting new NonStop(tm) solutions
we've developed with them, and Compaq's worldwide integration and support capabilities enable our
MES technology to be quickly and effectively delivered to semiconductor and electronics manufacturers
around the world.''
Company Background
Compaq Computer Corporation, a Fortune Global 100 company, is the second largest computer
company in the world and the largest global supplier of computer systems. Compaq develops and
markets hardware, software, solutions, and services, including industry-leading enterprise computing
solutions, fault-tolerant business-critical solutions, enterprise and network storage solutions,
commercial desktop and portable products and consumer PCs. The company is an industry leader in
environmentally friendly programs and business practices. Compaq products are sold and supported in
more than 100 countries through a network of authorized Compaq marketing partners. Customer support
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