Immediate
Release
August 13, 2002
Leading Manufacturer
International Truck and Engine Corporation Teams with
GGS Information Services For Development of New Parts Database System
York, PA -- GGS Information Services of York,
PA, a global provider of technical information management services,
has announced a new, multi-year contract with International Truck
and Engine Corporation of Warrenville, IL, for the development,
creation and maintenance of a comprehensive parts database management
system for International® trucks, buses and engines.
The new agreement involves the on-going management,
publishing and updating of a serial number-based parts tracking
system.
"International Truck and Engine Corporation
leads the way in truck, engine and chassis innovation. We are delighted
to team with our new partner GGS, a firm that possesses outstanding
experience in developing technical support information for OEMs
in the truck manufacturing industry", noted Remo Kistner, Manager
of Parts Cataloging for International Truck and Engine Corporation.
"GGSs knowledge of the transportation industry and their
extensive parts database management experience combined with
our desire to provide true world-class service to our
end-users - is a perfect combination for our customers," he
added.
"We at GGS Information Services are delighted
to add International to our roster of premier truck industry OEMs
who benefit from our technical abilities and expertise," noted
Bud Beal, Vice President of Sales for GGS. "We look forward
to working closely with their technical staff in developing a mission-critical
database system that delivers optimum value to Internationals
extensive dealer network throughout the Northern Hemisphere.
"International Truck and Engine Corporation
is the operating company of Navistar International Corporation (NYSE:
NAV). International Truck and Engine is a leading producer of mid-range
diesel engines, medium trucks, heavy trucks, severe service vehicles,
bus chassis and a provider of parts and service sold under the International®
brand. The company also is a private label designer and manufacturer
of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets.
Additionally, through a joint venture with
Ford Motor Company, the company will build medium commercial trucks
and currently sells truck and diesel engine service parts. A subsidiary,
IC Corporation, produces integrated school buses. International
Truck and Engine has the broadest distribution network in the industry.
Financing for customers and dealers is provided through a wholly
owned subsidiary of Navistar. Additional information can be found
on the companys web site at www.internationaldelivers.com.
With 300 full-time employees, GGS Information
Services is recognized as a leading provider of technical information
management services for OEMs. Utilizing advanced technology as well
as human resources, GGS delivers high-quality products to a wide
array of business partners in the global marketplace. Whether in
publications development, database information management, CD-ROM
and Internet services, the mission of GGS is to create innovative
cost-effective solutions that add value to the business of its growing
customer base. More information about GGS Information Services and
their database system development and deployment capabilities can
be found on the Internet at www.ggsinc.com.

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