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KTP Case Studies
MMU and ValueWorks
MMU and ValueWorks (http://www.valueworks.co.uk) worked
together on an extremely successful KTP. ValueWorks, based
in Wigan, Lancashire, provide unique on-demand eProcurement and
Supply Chain web-based software solutions for public and private
sectors across a range of sectors. The collaboration helped
develop an award winning software solution> (More Information) to aid in this process. The software produced exploited academic
expertise in web based development and Java software production.
The company benefitted from the input of University expertise
in the production of its software, and the University benefitted
from real case study material, guest lectures and involvement
in the commercial sector on a crucial software project. The company
and students at the University also benefitted from contact with
the university in terms of placements and full time employment
at the end of their studies.
MMU and Tyrrell Systems
MMU and Tyrrell Systems of Leigh, Lancashire
(http://www.tyrrellsystems.com) are currently working on the design and development of a web-based
solution for building systems and facilities management. This
will increase business profitability of customers, using
real-time data and enterprise level connectivity. The project
is exploiting expertise within the School on web based and
java software solutions, as well as mobile device technology.
Benefits to the company and the university are again wide ranging
in terms of expertise exchanged, employment opportunities for
ex-students and software development in a novel field of expertise.