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20-20 Technologies Appoints Ken Short as Vice-President, Strategy and Portfolio Management

15 April 2013
Laval, Québec, April 15, 2013 – 20-20 Technologies Inc., the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announced today the appointment of Ken Short, a 20-year veteran of software product strategy, as Vice-President, Strategy and Portfolio Management. The appointment of Mr. Short is the most recent of several new hires to deepen 20-20’s management strength. He joins a leadership team of proven enterprise software executives with a strong track record in both strategic and operational leadership. Mr. Short will head a newly created division responsible for 20-20’s lines of business. Mr. Short has held a variety of positions with organizations such as Rolls-Royce Aerospace, PDA Engineering, Rasna, and Parametric Technology Corporation. He joined Abaqus Inc., a global supplier of advanced engineering analysis software, in 2002. At Abaqus, Mr. Short led the effort to establish an industry based strategic marketing approach and... Read More »

20-20 Technologies Appoints Ken Short as Vice-President, Strategy and Portfolio Management

20-20 Technologies Appoints Mark Goldstein as Chief Executive Officer

11 February 2013
Laval, Québec, February 11, 2013 – 20-20 Technologies Inc., the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announced today the appointment of Mark Goldstein, a 30-year veteran of the enterprise software industry, as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Goldstein succeeds Tom Tiernan, who was appointed interim CEO in November 2012. Mr. Goldstein was CEO of Abaqus, a provider of computer aided engineering software, until its acquisition by Dassault Systèmes (ENXTPA:DSY). Following the acquisition, Mr. Goldstein continued as CEO of Dassault Systèmes SIMULA (fka Abaqus). He also served as Executive Vice President and a member of the Global Executive Management committee of Dassault Systèmes, responsible for various strategic growth and business development initiatives. During his seven year leadership of Abaqus and SIMULIA, Mr. Goldstein transformed the business into a mainstream simulation software provider and tripled revenue... Read More »

Take a Tablet

29 January 2013
"...Craig Rothwell, managing director of 20-20, says the iPad is a game changer for CAD and consumer engagement. With analysts hailing the iPad as the fastest selling non-phone gizmo in consumer electronics history and with 75% of the Global 500 companies’....Read more >> Source : K&BNews (PDF) Read More »

20-20 Technologies Partners with Sensopia to Make Designing a Snap

15 November 2012
Montreal, Québec, November 15, 2012—Forget the tape measure, paper and pencil. Now your customers can pull out their iPhone or iPad, take a few photos and within 30 seconds, create their own floor plan—saving them valuable time and making the entire design experience easier and more enjoyable. 20-20 Technologies is pleased to announce that it has partnered with innovative Montreal software design company, Sensopia Inc., to offer retailers the most popular floor-planning App on the market. “Sensopia’s MagicPlan App has received rave reviews because it works; it’s just an incredibly practical way to create a good floor plan,” says Mario Bottone, Vice President of Marketing and Partnerships & Alliances at 20-20 Technologies. “This partnership means that our retailers can use this tool to make it even easier for their customers to create their ideal spaces. Getting customers engaged in the design process earlier will also help... Read More »

A Visual Perspective

05 November 2012
"...Computer Aided Design has played an increasingly important role in kitchen and bathroom design over recent years but what next for CAD software?...Read More" Source: Designer Magazine Read More »

20-20 more than what meets the eye

12 October 2012
"...The customer is pushing the industry to experiment with how it interacts, whether it is entirely face to face, online or a combination of the two…” Source (PDF) Read More »

Vector Completes The Acquisition Of 20-20 Technologies

13 September 2012
Laval, Québec, September 13, 2012 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. ("20-20") (TSX: TWT) announced today the completion of the previously announced acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding common shares of 20-20 by an affiliate of Vector Capital Corporation ("Vector") pursuant to a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Québec) (the "Arrangement"). On September 7, 2012, the Québec Superior Court had approved the Arrangement and declared that it was fair to shareholders of 20-20. In accordance with the terms of the Arrangement, Jean Mignault, Founder and Chief of Strategic Direction of 20-20 obtained an equity interest of 9.9% in the acquiring company in exchange of approximately 20% of his interest in 20-20. Vector has delivered to the depositary sufficient funds to enable the depositary to make the payments described in the Arrangement. In accordance with the Arrangement, payment will be effected to the 20-20 shareholders as soon as... Read More »

20-20 Technologies Implements Minor Amendments To The Plan Of Arrangement

04 September 2012
Laval, Québec, September 4, 2012 –20-20 Technologies Inc. ("20-20") (TSX: TWT) announced today that, in connection with the proposed acquisition of all of its issued and outstanding common shares by an affiliate of Vector Capital Corporation ("Vector") pursuant to a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Québec) (the "Arrangement"), its Board of Directors authorized the implementation of certain minor technical amendments to the plan of arrangement to be considered and voted upon by 20-20's shareholders at the meeting scheduled to be held this coming Wednesday, September 5, 2012. The Board of Directors of 20-20 has decided to amend the plan of arrangement in accordance with its terms (1) to give effect to a proposed statutory amalgamation of 20-20 and Vector following the transfer of all of the shares of 20-20 to Vector and (2) to clarify the treatment of the roll-over shares to be transferred to Vector by Mignault Holding Inc. pursuant to the... Read More »

Kitchen and Bathroom News Magazine - Tech Talk Part 4

01 September 2012
"...In the final part of our feature series, managing director of 20-20 Technologies Craig Rothwell asks can you keep up with the ‘smartphone’ consumer because patterns of purchasing are changing. The enormous gap that divides the shopping habits of our retail customers is now greater than it has ever been. We cater for those that have no desire or need to be involved with IT, right through to the‘smartphone generation’....Read more >> Source : K&BNews (PDF) Read More »

20-20 Vision

04 September 2012
"...Thanks to 20-20 Fusion software, Custom Craft Kitchens owner Richard Marr was able to show John and Susan Taylor exactly what their new kitchen would look like – right down to the position of their cat's bowls...Read more >> Source : ekbbusiness (PDF) Read More »

The visual is part of the contract....

06 August 2012
« … Whatever your opinion may be, CAD is now an integral part of the KBB industry and big business. But it’s also a divisive issue. For example, Craig Rothwell, managing director of CAD specialist 20-20 Technologies has warned the industry that it faces “a potentially massive problem”, because manufacturers aren’t prepared to pay CAD companies a fee for replicating their products…” Source: KBB Review Magazine (PDF) Read More »

Bertazzoni Launches Interactive Design Resources Program to Foster the Work of Design Professionals

31 July 2012
“…The program includes a new interactive section of the Bertazzoni company website that serves as a hub for designers to showcase their work, a 20-20 Design e-Catalog, and a physical toolkit of catalogs and specification guides for architects, interior designers and kitchen designers who work with the Bertazzoni line of products…” Source: MorningStar Products: 20-20 Design Read More »

20-20 Technologies Inc. to be acquired by Vector Capital for $4.00 in cash per share

30 July 2012
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20-20 Technologies inc. to be acquired by Vector Capital for $4.00 in cash per share

30 July 2012
Laval, Quebec, July 30, 2012 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. ("20-20 Technologies" or the "Corporation") (TSX: TWT) announced today that it has entered into a definitive arrangement agreement (the "Agreement") to be acquired by an affiliate controlled by Vector Capital Corporation ("Vector"), a leading global private equity firm specializing in the technology sector. Under the terms of the Agreement, Vector has agreed to acquire all of the issued and outstanding shares of the Corporation for consideration of $4.00 in cash per share, representing total equity value, on a fully diluted basis, of approximately $77 million. The $4.00 per share consideration represents a 28% premium over the closing share price of $3.12 on April 3, 2012, the last trading day before the strategic review process was publicly announced, and a 33% premium over the average closing share price for the 90 days prior to April 3, 2012. The Agreement represents the culmination of the strategic review process... Read More »

Chips With Everything - Kitchen & Bathroom News Magazine

16 July 2012
Technology is influencing all levels of our lifestyle and is gaining greater ground in kitchen and bathrooms businesses too. Technology used to be a word which provoked a variety of reactions in the kitchen and bathroom industry. Some designers and retailers rolled their eyes dismissively, while others jumped at the prospect of it. But like it or lump it, it is here and going nowhere…Read more.>> Source: Kitchen & Bathroom News Magazine (PDF) Read More »

To tweet or not to tweet, that is the question...

18 June 2012
The buzz before last month's initial public offering (IPO) of Facebook shares on the NASDAQ stock exchange had us thinking it would send the stock markets into a frenzy, creating a day worthy of history-book status. To some extent, it did. Co-founder Mark Zuckerberg became a multi-billionaire overnight, his 500 million shares giving him a paper fortune of $19.1bn – making him the ...Read more>> Source : KBB Daily Read More »

Keep with the times in order to keep a successful business

09 May 2012
Customers are continually challenging the way businesses interact with them online ; the retail sector especially. The retailer is being pushed to integrate all available technologies and create an 'experience' that will attract its target audience whatever their...Read more >> Source: Bathroom & Kitchen Update Read More »

Photography V's CGI: Past Versus Future

07 May 2012
"Computer-generated imagery, or CGI as it's more commonly known, catapulted into our collective vocabulary in the late '70s and early '80s with the release of digitally remastered versions of films such as Star Wars and Superman..." . Read more >> Source : KBB Daily Read More »

Kitchen and Bathroom News Magazine - Tech Talk Part 3

29 March 2012
In part three of our technology series, managing director of 20-20 Technologies, Craig Rothwell talks about creating your very own ‘World Wide Window’. In the February edition of K&B News, a letter caught my attention from Mr Patel, regarding generating more footfall through showrooms... Source (PDF) Read More »

Think you know technology? You ain't seen nothing yet...

29 March 2012
"Technology tomorrow is going to be unrecognisable by today's standards. What we now perceive to be 'out there', extreme or outrageous will in 10 years be the norm. Think back 15 years, to when the word internet was first being used. If you knew what it was, or had used it, you were considered a little crazy. To think it might actually catch on was fanatical....Read more >> Read More »

New improved 20-20 Fusion catalogue for Hepplewhite

26 March 2012
Craig Rothwell managing director at 20-20 Technologies added: “We are delighted that Hepplewhite and their retailers are finding the new catalogues easier to use and more efficient. It is our aim to support retailers as much as possible during these difficult trading conditions and provide them with the best tools for their business...Read more>> Read More »

20-20 Technologies stand inundated at KBB Birmingham 2012

23 March 2012
"The customer is pushing the industry to experiment with how it interacts, whether it is entirely face to face, online or a combination of the two. The 20-20 Technologies suite of products enables a single showroom retailer, right through to multi-site corporation, to build an experience to suit both their and their customers' needs...Read more>> Read More »

20-20 Technologies Appoints New Executive Vice-President of Sales and Services

14 March 2012
Laval, Quebec – March 14, 2012 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. (“20-20”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Bernard Sanchez to the position of Executive Vice-President of Sales and Services, Americas. Mr. Sanchez’s primary responsibilities will be to increase sales of 20-20’s software solutions across the Americas. “Mr. Sanchez is a seasoned sales executive whose passion, drive and focus on growth make him the ideal choice for this critical role,” said Jean-François Grou, Chief Executive Officer of 20-20 Technologies. “His experience and success in new market penetration make him a valuable asset to our organization.” Mr. Sanchez has over 30 years of experience in introducing software solutions to the retail and manufacturing industries and has held key executive sales positions in a variety of multinational and blue-chip companies including IBM, SAP and JD Edwards, as well as smaller organizations such as Vitria... Read More »

20-20 Fusion 'steps up a gear' with the latest version

15 July 2009
Introducing version 16, the latest upgrade from 20-20 Technologies, the leading design and visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry. Newly launched and supplied to all 20-20 Fusion supported customers this summer, the latest version of Fusion boasts more than 20 new features and enhancements to ensure kitchen and bathroom designers get maximum benefit from using the software. 20-20 Fusion software now incorporates an extensive range of product catalogues and now, when creating a room design with version 16, any chosen catalogue can be automatically substituted for another catalogue with like-for-like products. This feature also remembers any manually replaced units and automatically incorporates these as part of the new ‘Change Catalogue’ feature for future designs. With tiling being an integral part of the overall room design, version 16 also has enhanced tiling features. Fusion users can now add individual decorative tiles to a standard tiling... Read More »

20-20 Technologies welcomes Samsung to its fast-growing catalogue offering

13 July 2009
20-20 Technologies, the leading developer of advanced design and visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry, has further extended its reach by incorporating Samsung’s latest built-in appliance brochure into its software. 20-20 Fusion users can now include Samsung’s range of built-in ovens, electric hobs, built-in microwaves, fridge freezers and chimney hoods as part of their customer’s kitchen design at the click of a button and, with 20-20 Fusion’s advanced graphics and visualisation tools, a photorealistic image of the new design is available within minutes. “This new catalogue will benefit dealers and consumers alike by combining the latest in CAD design with the renowned style, quality and innovation of Samsung’s popular product lines,” said Andrew Jones, Product Manager at Samsung. “It allows customers to visualise how our products will look in their desired kitchen and aids their selection process.”... Read More »

Tile tastic CDT catalogue now available on 20-20 Fusion

17 August 2009
20-20 Technologies, the leading design software for the kitchen and bathroom industry, has further enhanced its offering with the announcement that the latest brochure from Ceramic Tile Distributors (CTD) is now available as part of its flagship software, 20-20 Fusion. The new Gemini brochure from CTD is the latest catalogue to be integrated into 20-20 Fusion software, enabling designers in kitchen, bathroom and tile showrooms to offer visual representations of tile applications to their customers. The style-driven catalogue imagery offered by Gemini combined with the powerful visualisation, design and layout tools associated with 20-20 Fusion allows designers to create genuinely photorealistic visuals for their customers and to clinch that all-important sale. Designers using 20-20 Fusion can select from the extensive range of wall and floor tile options for the kitchen and bathroom on offer in the latest Gemini catalogue from CTD. They can then incorporate the latest colours and... Read More »

High end appliance brand Gaggenau signs up to 20-20 Technologies

05 October 2009
20-20 Technologies, the market-leading developer of advanced design and visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry, has welcomed high-end specialist appliance brand Gaggenau to the 20-20 Fusion software, with the inclusion of its 2009 appliance catalogue. Gaggenau dealers using the 20-20 Fusion application can now enhance their customers’ kitchen designs by selecting from the company’s exclusive range of built-in single and double ovens, steam combination ovens, microwaves, hobs, ventilation, coffee machine, dishwashers and cooling appliances at just the click of a button. Thanks to 20-20 Fusion’s advanced graphics and visualisation tools, a photorealistic image of the whole kitchen, complete with Gaggenau appliances, is now available within minutes, opening up a whole world of possibilities to all customers who insist on specifying only the very best appliances for their new kitchen. “I’m delighted that our 2009 appliance catalogue... Read More »

Design times slashed by half with 20-20 Fusion training

17 August 2009
Putting the needs of its customers at the heart of its business, the latest 20-20 Fusion Care seminars held by leading CAD software specialist 20-20 Technologies were incredibly well received by all who attended. As well as providing customers with the perfect platform to get to grips with the latest version of the market-leading software for the kbb industry, the seminars also gave 20-20 Technologies customers the opportunity to learn more about the fantastic new training programmes now available to them. Recognising that for most independent retailers taking time out from the showroom to attend a lengthy two-day training course can be a tricky business, 20-20’s new training programme is delivered in three stages: Bronze, Silver and Gold. This modular path of progression offers a more structured learning method than what could be delivered in just a single course and also avoids cramming in too much information in a single sitting. The 20-20 Fusion Bronze course is ideal... Read More »

20-20 Technologies adds ideal standard to catalogue range

19 March 2009
At the forefront of design software for the KBB industry, 20-20 Technologies has announced the availability of its new Ideal Standard bathroom catalogue for its flagship 20-20 Fusion software. This latest catalogue launch is in line with a recent partnership between Ideal Standard International, a leading provider of innovative, design-driven bathroom solutions and 20-20 Technologies highlighting its focus on the bathroom sector. The catalogue integrates up to date stunning, design-led bathroom products from the Ideal Standard brand with the powerful 20-20 Fusion visualisation, design and layout. The new catalogue provides designers using 20-20 Fusion with an array of 3D, photo-realistic visuals to incorporate into their schemes and present to clients. It also features the new ‘Concept Range’ the next generation collection in bathroom design. Created by Robin Levien, one of the UK's most successful bathroom designers, it boasts a beautiful collection of bathroom... Read More »

20-20 Fusion care – new customer support programme

14 January 2009
20-20 Technologies, leaders in innovative design software for the KBB industry, has announced the launch of its 20-20 Fusion Care programme. This support initiative provides all supported 20-20 Technologies customers with a dedicated care team and a customer focused programme, to ensure they get the most from their 20-20 Fusion design software. 20-20 Fusion Care delivers a series of hands-on user initiatives in the form of regional seminars throughout the year, in addition to extra online training, generation of sales leads and regular newsletters with user tips. Online assistance and catalogue downloads are also standard features of the programme. All of these services are available to existing and new supported customers and are completely free. The regional seminars will entail presentations and advice on how to get the best from your 20-20 Fusion system and a ’20-20 Fusion surgery’ where users can speak with experts, take part in Q&A sessions and share hints... Read More »

Latest version of 20-20 Fusion reflects vitality

30 July 2008
Roll-out of V15 to customers – packed with innovative features 20-20 Technologies – leader in design and visualisation software for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industries announces the roll-out of V15 of its 20-20 Fusion software to customers from early August. This coincides with the launch of a new image that reflects the dynamic and progressive outlook of 20-20 Fusion as the solution of choice. Version 15 features include: tiling and surface covering functionality; more lifelike rendering and control; faster operation; the ability to import 3D models using Google SketchUp™; and enhancements to walk-through capabilities. Innovation, quality, customer-driven functionality and continuous enhancements ensure that Fusion remains market leader. 20-20 Technologies now supply and maintain more than 80,000 CAD seats globally. 20-20 Technologies has taken a fresh look at the business environment in which it operates with its customers and how it delivers design... Read More »

20-20 technologies receives recognition in the bathroom sector

10 December 2008
20-20 Technologies, the leading developer of design and visualisation software for the KBB sector, has won the prestigious Training Achievement award from National Home Improvement Council (NHIC). The award was sponsored by the Bathroom Manufacturers Association Bathroom Academy and is given to an organisation that has shown exceptional commitment to training and development within the bathroom industry. “We are delighted to have won this award as it recognises the time and focus that we put into training,” says Craig Rothwell, managing director, 20-20 Technologies. “We believe in encouraging new enthusiastic, talented blood into the KBB market and believe it is important to involve ourselves in vocational training. Receiving this recognition and praise not only reinforces our drive to continue doing so, but will hopefully encourage others to also invest into the future of the industry.” 20-20 Technologies, contributed to The Bathroom Academy’s new... Read More »

20-20 technologies provides 'play site' for generic industry guide

29 July 2008
Another training initiative from The Bathroom Academy The Bathroom Academy, a division of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association, announces the launch of its new industry guide CAD for bathrooms - an informative, generic guide that aims to form the basis for continuing individuals’ professional development within the bathroom industry. 20-20 Technologies, the leading design and visualisation software provider for the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industries has contributed to the guide and supplied an online ‘play site’ where users can click into the software for a live demonstration and to explore its easy to use functions, features and photorealistic designs. “We are proud of the CAD for bathrooms guide and believe it will become the ‘voice’ for people in the industry looking to learn more about CAD or to invest in it but wanting to enter the buyers market with a knowledgeable base,” comments Yvonne Orgill, chief executive, Bathroom... Read More »

2020 Fusion joins The Tile Association

28 July 2008
20-20 Technologies has become a member of The Tile Association (TTA) following the recent addition of state-of-the-art tiling and surface covering functionality to its leading design and visualisation software for the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and home improvement markets. TTA represents all aspects of the UK wall and floor tile industry – from manufacture to installation – and is committed to raising standards of product, installation, sales, training and promotional activities. “Establishing this link with The Tile Association underlines our aim to support customers in the bathroom and design tile markets,” explains Lee Clark, 20-20’s corporate business manager. “Not only that, it means we are talking to the right people as we further develop the high level of tiling functionality within 20-20 Fusion software.” 20-20 Fusion features quick, simple tiling for walls, floors and ceilings with the ability to incorporate products from any... Read More »

20-20 Fusion awarded Windows Vista certification

03 September 2008
20-20 Technologies – the UK’s leading advanced design and visualisation software supplier for the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and home improvement markets – has received Microsoft Windows Vista Certification for the latest version of its 20-20 Fusion product. Already a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, this new certification allows 20-20 Technologies to offer a seamlessly integrated system with a convenient and familiar experience under the Vista operating system. “We are delighted to have achieved certification for Windows Vista and believe it enhances our position as the leading visualisation software for the kitchen and bathroom industry. As a preferred Microsoft Partner it enables us to offer customers our unique software on an operating system they are familiar and confident with,” says managing director Craig Rothwell. “Compatibility with latest technology is fundamental to the development philosophy of 20-20 Technologies – and our... Read More »

Busy KBB provides new members for KBSA

12 March 2012
20-20 Technologies managing director Craig Rothwell said: “We are delighted to be returning to the KBSA and looking forward to taking an active role in helping to raise standards throughout the industry. The time is absolutely right as there is a much more positive mood in the industry and a real feel good factor about supporting the KBSA and working together for the benefit of us all.”...Read more >> Read More »

Is there such a thing as a perfect website?

01 March 2012
A website should provide a productive, memorable and frustration-free visit every time. It should enable users to get to the information they want as quickly and easily as possible. It should show honesty and approachability – after all, isn't your aim to turn browsers into buyers?...Read more>> Source : KBB Daily Read More »

Catch up with the web before it catches up with you

17 January 2012
"...The customer is also challenging the way businesses interact with them online, especially in the retail sector. The retailer is being pushed to integrate all available technologies and create an ‘experience’ that will attract its target audience, whatever their demographic...." Source : KBB Daily Read More »

2020 Technologies Strengthens its Independent Sales Team

01 January 2012
20-20 is continuing to strengthen its sales team with the recent appointments of two area sales managers , Gary Court and Peter Hougham. Source : Bathroom & Kitchen Update
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Kitchen and Bathroom News Magazine - Tech Talk Part 2

01 January 2012
In part two of our technology series, managing director of 20-20 Technologies, Craig Rothwell asks is your business embracing the internet? Like it or loath it, this global cultural phenomenon is here to stay. Source (PDF) Read More »

Kitchen and Bathroom News Magazine - Tech Talk Part 1

01 October 2011
In the first of a new four part series, managing director of 20-20 Technologies Craig Rothwell explains the need for the kbb industry to embrace new technology with the growing need for CAD and online designing opportunities. Source (PDF) Read More »

20-20 Vision - KBB Review Magazine

01 December 2011
"...Online technology is allowing consumers to start designing kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms in their own homes, but will it bypass the showroom or generate valuable leads? Andrew Davies went over to Canada to see one of the biggest companies in the sector, 20-20 Technologies..." Read more>> Read More »

20-20 Technologies Announces Tablet Edition of Space Planning Software

06 December 2011
Laval, Quebec, December 6, 2011 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announces the introduction of 20-20 Icovia Tablet Edition, a mobile companion application to the existing popular online interior space planning solution for retailers, manufacturers, interior designers and their customers. The first release of the Tablet Edition is already in use by Living Spaces Furniture, a Furniture Today Top 100 retailer. 20-20 Icovia Tablet Edition software is currently available for the Apple iPad. Support for other tablet platforms will soon follow. 20-20 Icovia Tablet Edition integrates with retailers’ web-based 20-20 Icovia Planner, allowing consumers and sales associates to access and share designs across the entire 20-20 Icovia platform. “Mobile commerce is growing exponentially,” said John Thompson, 20-20 Icovia’s Sales Manager. “It’s being driven by consumers. Now... Read More »

20-20 Technologies’ Deal with Marya Continues Bringing Integrated Kitchen Design to Russia

09 November 2011
Laval, Quebec, November 9, 2011 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announced today the recent signing of an agreement with Marya, a Russian kitchen manufacturer. The contract, which could result in revenues in excess of US$1.5 million, involves the sale of 20-20 Technologies’ end-to-end solution and includes the flagship software 20-20 Design and 20-20 Enterprise inSight. Marya holds a prominent place in the Russian marketplace as a kitchen designer, manufacturer, distributor and retailer. The company operates approximately sixty stores of its own, and supplies an additional one hundred and eighty retailers. 20-20 Technologies provides a unique end-to-end suite of software that integrates all functions of the interior design process – from design to manufacture – resulting in easier customization, less duplication of effort and more productivity. This contract follows... Read More »

Save time and money with on-site training

28 September 2011
Customers can take advantage of 20-20 Technologies tailor-made training courses without having to leave your showroom. 20-20 Technologies team of experts travel the length and breadth of the country to deliver kitchen and bathroom CAD software skills to suit the business needs of independent retailers and designers. 20-20 Technologies’ training courses are designed to help users fully utilise the most advance kitchen and bathroom CAD software. The on-site training courses provide flexibility, eliminate travel costs and allow the retailer to be on hand at the show room. Training can reduce the time and money spent to produce accurate high quality kitchen and bathroom images. It also enables modifications to be made quickly and with ease. To find out more call the 20-20 Fusion support team on 01233 635533 or email fusionsupport@2020.net Read More »

Wickes upgraded 20-20 Fusion package proves to be a hit

07 October 2011
The value of being able to provide customers with a high quality design of their new kitchen or bathroom is clear to Home Improvement Retailer Wickes. 20-20 Technologies develops the leading kitchen and bathroom design software for the home improvement sector and has been working in partnership with Wickes for almost 20 years. They have recently completed a full overhaul and update of the Wickes bespoke 20-20 Fusion system. The overall included the full range of Wickes kitchen and bathroom products and has resulted in an increased in sales volume. 20-20 Fusion is renowned for its superior graphics and unrivalled presentation quality. This includes subtle lighting, and real time interaction, the software is able to capture the imagination of the customer by producing inspirational designs. The improvements mean that 20-20 Fusion is embedded into Wickes systems, allowing a seamless link between the two. The 20-20 Fusion system includes the full design package, which can exchange... Read More »

Promotional 20-20 Fusion Gold training courses

27 July 2011
20-20 Fusion Gold training courses are going on the road. The Gold course is recommended for customers who are familiar with the 20-20 Fusion system but want to take advantage of all of its features. The benefits of the course are that users will be able to significantly reduce the time it takes them to input into the system and the ability to improve their final outputs. The course shows them how to make the most of lighting and teaches advanced tiling techniques, as well as showing a whole array of shortcuts. 20-20’s Clive Knight explained: “The 20-20 Fusion Gold course is geared to people who know the basic system and have preferably attend our Bronze and Silver courses. It is particularly useful now as we have introduced Version 18 which includes some significant upgrades.” Bristol 10th November 2011 Bolton 17th November 2011 Coventry 8th December 2011 Booking information is available from: 20-20 Fusion Training site Read More »

20-20 Technologies Joins the BMA

03 October 2011
The market leader of bathroom design software for independent retailers and manufacturers, 20-20 Technologies, has underlined its commitment to the bathroom industry by joining the Bathroom Manufacturers Association as an affiliate member. 20-20 Technologies is set to share its knowledge and expertise with bathroom suppliers and manufacturers trading in the UK through independent forum of the BMA, which is designed to provide a platform for debating matters of mutual interest. Determined to help deal with issues that affect the bathroom business, Craig Rothwell, managing director of 20-20 Technologies commented: “We want to be involved with helping to drive the bathroom industry forward. To reinforce our dedication to the industry we are already a supporter of training through 20-20 Technologies’ sponsorship of the BMA Academy. A global leader in software solutions for the kitchen and bathroom industry, 20-20 Technologies is able to contribute international market... Read More »

The constant evolution of 20-20 Fusion through corporate developments

21 October 2011
Since its introduction over 20 years ago software design systems have continued to evolve and 20-20 Technologies, the market leader, has led the way in system development. The popularity of the 20-20 Fusion program led to 20-20 Technologies introducing separate corporate and independent divisions. The corporate accounts team work closely with customers to provide tailored data solutions, catalogue creation, special features and more, which often have to be integrated into large corporate retailers own databases, complex purchasing and ordering systems. The 20-20 corporate accounts team work alongside kitchen, bathroom and appliance manufacturers to produce up-to-date catalogues for use within 20-20 Fusion. All the latest information about products including furniture, worktops, suites, lighting, appliances and more are regularly updated. When a crossover is possible, these manufacturers’ catalogues are then made available to the independent market, which contain invaluable... Read More »