ExpressJet Airlines implements AuRA™

ExpressJet recently implemented Miro Technologies' AuRA™ system to manage maintenance of its 260 plus regional jets, build foundation for eventual improved efficiency, contain inventory costs, provide better financial reporting, and maintain the reliability of operations. ExpressJet Airlines, Inc., based in Houston, operates as Continental Express, the regional jet provider for Continental Airlines.

The full AuRA suite went live at ExpressJet in July, 2005. Over 1,500 active users to support more than 260 aircraft at 15 bases now use AuRA. Over 100,000 tasks are now tracked in AuRA, with over 8,000 transactions written daily to the database and approximately 300 installs/removals daily.

Commenting on the recent implementation of Miro's AuRA MRO software, Dale Darcy, Staff V.P. Maintenance at ExpressJet Airlines said, "ExpressJet's launch of AuRA is a significant milestone for our company and our entire maintenance organization. Our ability to track the maintenance, components and inventory for a fleet of 260 plus aircraft that fly over 1,400 flights each day is a testament to the capabilities and integration nature of the software."

Although various business and system processes are still being ironed out, ExpressJet believes that once AuRA stabilizes through this final implementation phase, it will be able to rely on AuRA for ensuring airworthiness and optimal flight availability throughout the equipment's life cycle. Additionally, ExpressJet, through continuing partnership with Miro, believes that AuRA will provide total asset visibility with tools for end item configuration management, repair management and recording, inventory and material management, materials replenishment and asset tracking. AuRA can enable ExpressJet aircraft maintenance technicians to be more efficient, it will also help operators to tackle complex challenges such as comprehensive configuration management, work order execution, equipment/part reliability and advanced technical records management and task management.

GOLD™ Software Implemented for U.S. Air Force 'Sensor' Program

Miro Technologies' GOLD™ software was recently successfully implemented by ITT Industries' Systems Division in Colorado Springs, CO to provide logistics support to the U.S. Air Force's Electronic Systems Center System Engineering and Sustainment Integrator (SENSOR). ITT Industries is the prime contractor for SENSOR.

GOLD was selected by ITT for its robust inventory management and repair tracking capabilities and ability to communicate seamlessly with DOD legacy supply systems, like the USAF Standard Base Supply System. GOLD is a Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) product, representing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) industry best-practice processes in a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) environment. It allows a contractor to support an installed weapons system by acting as a Contractor Inventory Control Point (C-ICP). GOLD now supports 15 of 18 USAF Contractor Supported Weapons System (CSWS) today.

"We are thrilled about the selection of our GOLD software by ITT," said Vince Monteparte, President of Miro Technologies. "This selection solidifies our standing as the system of choice when it comes to managing these Air Force Contractor Supported Weapons Systems. We're very proud of our reputation with the Air Force and their contractors."

"ITT recognized GOLD software as an extremely powerful and versatile tool for managing CSWS logistics data relating to item-management responsibilities," said SENSOR Program Director Ken Nachbar. "GOLD software enables ITT to exchange essential logistics data with government agencies in standard DoD formats. The GOLD suite of logistics software has clearly enhanced support to our customers, the Air Force Electronic Systems Command, and Air Force Space Command" said Nachbar.

Miro Technologies joins JBoss Certified Partner program

Miro Technologies announced recently that it has joined the JBoss® Certified Partner program. As a certified solutions partner, Miro is using the open source JBoss Enterprise Middleware Suite (JEMS™) to support ongoing J2EE business application development on behalf of its aerospace and defense customers.

The adoption of JBoss JEMS is expected to generate costs savings for Miro in the IT environment, and greater value for Miro's customer base as it rules out the need for expensive third-party middleware when implementing new Miro products. Small and mid-sized customers that adopt GOLD™ or WRAM™ solutions can use JEMS as a backbone to develop other applications.

Miro also sees benefits in terms of architectural control and flexibility. With open source software, Miro developer's have total access to the code, which they can fix or maintain the code as necessary without outside intervention.

"The introduction of JEMS will extend the current J2EE development environment used by Miro," stated Miro CTO Paul Extance. "Miro architects and developers will now have the full support of JBoss and its network when determining which open source components get included within the corporate architecture, and how they are best used." he continued. "The JBoss JEMS platform provides much of the core architecture we need with the flexibility to extend the code base for specific needs. Professional open source is the best way to achieve this level of quality and flexibility and at no additional cost to our customers."

"We're pleased to have Miro on board as a certified solutions partner," said Tom Cooper, vice president of JBoss worldwide channels. "With its history and traction in aerospace and defense, Miro will be invaluable in helping extend JEMS solutions into those key markets. We look forward to working with Miro to ensure optimal performance between JEMS and GOLD and WRAM Online."

Miro Customer Support Zone Upgraded

Customers may now take advantage of new features and content available on the Miro Customer Support Zone found on the Miro web site at www.mirotechnologies.com. New content for GOLD customers includes the new "GOLD Release Notes Web Help" and "GOLD Product Overview" sections. Web Help provides the ability to analyze the contents of all versions of the GOLD application release notes utilizing a powerful new search engine embedded in the system. GOLD Release Notes have been created over several years, beginning with the GOLD version 6.8.2 release. Each set of release notes explains a new or revised functionality in the GOLD product and provides detailed guidance on how to make use of the improved or new elements. This Web Help project allows you to fully utilize the knowledge available in the GOLD Release Notes. You may view all the topics in the Contents pane, or search for a particular topic using the Index or Search panes.

Other improvements now include the "Upcoming Product Modifications" and "Resolutions of Known Issues." The Upcoming Product Modifications posting provides a list of all modifications that will be included in the GOLD2006-MR (Main Release). The Resolutions of Known Issues posting provides a list of resolved issues related to the following GOLD releases: 2005-MR, 2006-PR1, 2006-PR2 and 2006-PR3.

Similar features and content are also available on the Miro Customer Support Zone for AuRA customers. Additionally, AuRA customers can now download files from a new library of "Quick Reference Guides for AuRA Version 2005 Modifications." These improvements are the result of suggestions made by customers.

New hires bolster Miro ranks in La Jolla and Yeovil

Miro added five new staff members this period to strengthen the Implementation Services Group (ISG), Support Services and Deployment Services teams in La Jolla. Miro also hired a new A & D European Sales Manager based in Yeovil, UK.

Richard Hopkins has joined MIRO as A & D European Sales Manager based in Yeovil, UK. Richard brings 34 years of Aerospace & Defence experience, the majority of which has been successfully spent in developing international business for companies such as Smiths Industries, Thorn A & D, Woodward Aircraft Controls and Bristow Helicopters. Prior to this, he served in the Royal Air Force. Richard is now looking forward to developing new opportunities by helping customers to find innovative aftermarket logistics solutions.

Alex Berzins, Robert Rhea and Steve Puscar joined ISG as Aerospace & Defense Program Managers. Additionally, Sal Anthony rejoined Miro's Support Services team as a Business Analyst, and Jeff Claybaugh joined Deployment Services as an Installation and Revision Control Specialist. We invite you to find out more about our newest employees by clicking the link below!

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