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Software development: IBM finalizes Telelogic acquisition; expects tighter PLM links

Almost a year after making its original $745M offer, IBM completed its buy of Telelogic AB in early April, and now plans to play a larger role in the software development aspects of product life-cycle management (PLM).
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Manufacturing intelligence: Rockwell expanding FactoryTalk with Incuity acquisition

Rockwell Automation has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Incuity Software, a privately held company that is a leading supplier of enterprise manufacturing intelligence (EMI) software. The purchase will add new functionality to Rockwell's FactoryTalk production management suite.
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Production management: GE Fanuc says new version of Proficy enables faster problem solving

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms says the latest version of its Proficy Plant Applications contains features that make it easier to get the system up and running, which means manufacturers can start using it to solve production problems sooner.
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Enterprise applications: QAD grabs data management capabilities with FullTilt acquisition

QAD, a provider of enterprise software and services for global manufacturers, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of FullTilt Solutions, a product information management (PIM) software developer.
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