Ross Systems, Inc. delivers software solutions for manufacturers worldwide. It offers the IRENAISSANCE™ family of software solutions, which is an integrated suite of enterprise resource planning, financials, materials management, manufacturing and distribution, supply chain management, advanced planning and scheduling, customer relationship management, electronic commerce, business intelligence, and analytics applications. The company focuses on the food and beverage, life sciences, chemicals, metals, and natural products industries. Ross also offers professional services that include application consulting, technical consulting, and education services; and client support functions, which include Web-based support, telephone support, technical publications, and product support guides that are provided under maintenance agreements. Ross offers its products in the United States through a regional direct sales force and through distributors in other countries worldwide. Its competitors include J.D. Edwards, Oracle Corporation, and SAP AG. As of 08/26/2004, Ross Systems Inc. is a subsidiary of CDC Software Corporation.