20-20 Technologies

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 »

20-20 Technologies Reports First Quarter 2012 Results and Announces Review of Strategic Alternatives

04 April 2012
View the PDF version LAVAL, QUEBEC, April 4, 2012 -- 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, today announced its results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2012. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic and financial alternatives to enhance shareholder value. All amounts are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated and presented under IFRS. -- 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, today announced its results for the first quarter ended January 31, 2012. The Company also announced that its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic and financial alternatives to enhance shareholder value. All amounts are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated and presented under IFRS. FIRST QUARTER 2012 RESULTS Highlights • Revenues of $16.6 million, up 1.9% compared to... 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 »

20-20 Technologies and Interiorvista Extend Visualization Capability to Interior Design and Furniture Industries

01 March 2012
Laval, Quebec – March 1, 2012 – 20-20 Technologies Inc. (“20-20”), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, today announced a strategic alliance with Interiorvista Decoracion Digital S.L. (“Interiorvista”). According to the terms of this alliance, 20-20 will market and sell Interiorvista’s applications worldwide with exclusivity in the United States and Canada as well as in the United Kingdom. The partnership will deliver a series of initiatives to enhance the sales activities of the design and furniture industries as well as the way their respective products are configured, presented and sold. “The partnership with Interiorvista is an important step forward in 20-20’s recently implemented partnership strategy,” said Jean-François Grou, 20-20’s Chief Executive Officer. “Interiorvista’s leadership and expertise will allow 20-20 to serve our customers better by... 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 Technologies Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2011 Results

19 January 2012
LAVAL, QUEBEC, January 19, 2012 -- 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, today announced its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended October 31, 2011. All amounts are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. Highlights • Revenues of $68.7 million, up 5.3% compared to last year • Revenues from International markets increased 53.4% over 2010 • Highest quarter since 2008 with revenues at $17.9 million • Manufacturing sector license revenues increased 22.2% due to continued momentum of InSight solution with 22 sold in 2011 • EBITDA at $7.5 million ($8.3 million in constant dollars) compared to $8.5 million in 2010, Year-over-year Ebitda growth of 27.2% at $2.3 million for Q4 • Net earnings stood at $1.3 million or $0.07 per share compared to $2.3 million or $0.12 per share last year “While overall market conditions remained soft but stable during the... 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 Reports Third Quarter Results for Fiscal 2011

12 September 2011
LAVAL, QUEBEC, September 12, 2011 -- 20-20 Technologies Inc. (TSX: TWT), the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, today announced its results for the third quarter ended July 31, 2011. All amounts are in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. Third Quarter Highlights Revenues of $17.4 million, up 17.6% compared to last year Net earnings stood at $0.4 million or $0.02 per share compared to $0.8 million or $0.04 per share last year Office sector revenues increased by 27.4%, fuelled by Visual Impression launched earlier this year Revenues from International markets increased 47.6% over 2010 EBITDA at $1.6 million ($1.9 million in constant dollars) compared to $1.4 million in 2010 “In the context of continuing difficult overall market conditions, we are pleased by third quarter revenue growth and by the performance of all three of the Company’s sectors,” said Chief Executive Officer Jean-François... 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 »

Realview, Makers of Prokitchen, Found Liable for Illegal Download of 20-20 Software

27 September 2011
LAVAL, QUEBEC, September 27, 2011 - 20-20 Technologies Inc. announced today that a United States Federal Court has found RealView, along with its two founders, Leonid Perlov and Boris Zeldin, responsible for damages deriving from RealView’s illegal download of 20-20’s Design software for the expressed purpose of developing their software. “The statement recently issued by RealView on the subject at hand is grossly misleading as they have by no means been “vindicated of all charges made by 20-20 related to the copyright infringement of its 20-20 Design software” stated Jean-François Grou, Chief Executive Officer of 20-20. He added “Quite to the contrary, RealView has specifically been found liable for having illegally downloaded intellectual property owned and developed by 20-20.” At a trial earlier this year, a jury established 20-20’s damages deriving from RealView’s illegal download at over US$ 1.3 million. As per a... Read More »

20-20 Technologies solidifies its presence in the United Kingdom

29 October 2010
Leading CAD software supplier 20-20 Technologies Limited has merged its two principal UK subsidiaries into a single, more efficient legal entity, thereby improving our delivery of a complete and consistent service to all of our customers. This is the final stage in a three-year process, which began when our parent company, 20-20 Technologies Inc. acquired the business of Planit International Limited in February 2008. All systems previously offered by the two respective companies will now come under the new name, including the UK market leading CAD system Fusion, as well as 20-20 Design, 20-20 Virtual Showroom, 20-20 Virtual Planner, Shopware CAD and Enterprise Insight. Customer training for all software solutions will be available at both of the company’s offices, in Bolton and Ashford as well as various locations throughout the UK. Managing director Craig Rothwell said: “This is a natural transition and the culmination of several years’ hard work. Since the... Read More »

20-20 Technologies strikes the right chord for Symphony

01 January 2011
Fusion, by 20-20 Technologies has been working with the UK’s largest privately owned manufacturer of fitted kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture, the Symphony Group, for around 20 years to deliver advanced design software. Symphony is a mass market supplier and its team of designers produce kitchen, bedroom and bathroom layouts for private developers, social housing providers, independent retailers and specialist merchants throughout the UK and for the export market. Simon Collyns, marketing and export director at Symphony commented: “Symphony has invested heavily in systems and technology to help us deliver ‘right first time’ service every time. “CAD software is an essential element of the service we offer to both the developer and retailer markets. The software allows the team to make quick and accurate modifications to catalogue products and layouts. Plus, the software provides superior graphics for presenting and demonstrating different... Read More »

Crown dealer day's success in building manufacturer relationships

25 July 2011
20-20 Technologies was invited by Crown to participate in a three day customer event in June. Taking place from 10.00am to 10.00pm each day, nearly 300 of Crown’s customers attended the event where sales representatives from Crown were on hand to answer questions and promote their products and services. Simon Purves and his team were on hand to demonstrate the newly launched Version 18 of 20-20 Fusion to new and existing customers, which was well received by customers. Simon said: “We are grateful to Crown for inviting us to this event which presented us with a great opportunity for us to explain and show the additional benefits that Version 18 has to offer. It allowed customers to ask questions directly and to see the excellent enhancements of the upgraded version. “I also think it was good opportunity to remind customers that 20-20 Fusion is not just a great graphics package and that it includes a full business package in fact rather than describing it as a... Read More »

Why training is helping to sell the dream

06 September 2011
20-20 Technologies prides itself on the excellent training that it provides for its customers. As well as the three tiered bronze, silver and gold branded training courses for its 20-20 Fusion market leading CAD product, there is a full time support service and customer helpline available, interactive online training and bespoke customer training when required. 20-20 Fusions’ training and support officer Clive Knight explained: “A new kitchen or bathroom is not an everyday purchase and as many people are regularly using computers in their day-to-day lives, nearly all purchasers will expect to see a CAD image or design in advance of their purchase, which allows them to understand and envisage how their new purchase will look in their own home. “Sometimes customers are not able to visualise the final look of their kitchen or bathroom without detailed images and so the better the ability of the designer, the better the visual detail that can be achieved using a CAD... Read More »

Version 18 is out there

31 August 2011
All 20-20 Fusion customers have now been successfully updated with the latest release of the software, Version 18. The supported customer update programme is generally staggered across six weeks to allow for customers calls and enquiries to be managed in relation to the update, but as the update went so smoothly the UK customer support team managed to complete the programme in just three weeks. This was due to the seamless version update, support and installation information provided with Version 18. The latest version includes 34 new pieces of functionality including and advanced change colour functionality which includes allowing the user the option to create their own colours, as well as an enhanced unit parameters interface, and the ability to define tile grout colour and thickness and many more features. So that customers can enjoy the benefits of the software updates as soon as they have been installed there is a “New Features” shortcut on the user’s... Read More »

20-20 Fusion awarded 'compatible with Windows 7' certification

29 August 2011
The UK’s leading kitchen, bedroom and bathroom CAD software supplier, 20-20 Technologies has received certification from Microsoft for its 20-20 Fusion software which is now ‘Compatible with Windows 7’. Version 18, the latest 20-20 Fusion release secured the Microsoft Windows 7 certification, indicating a product that operates fully conforming to the key processes and standards defined by Microsoft themselves, whilst providing the end user with a convenient and familiar experience when using the Windows 7 operating system. As the only Microsoft Gold Certified Partner in its sector, 20-20 Technologies has also previously achieved Windows XP and Windows Vista certifications for earlier releases of the 20-20 Fusion software. 20-20 Technologies managing director, Craig Rothwell, commented: “We are delighted to have achieved further recognition from Microsoft with its ‘Compatible with Windows 7’ certification. Following our Windows Vista... Read More »

20-20 Technologies delivers Matchmaker catalogue

29 August 2011
Due to high demand from Matchmaker kitchen retailers, 20-20 Technologies has teamed up with Take Two Kitchens to make the Matchmaker manufacturer catalogue available to 20-20 Fusion software users. The complete Matchmaker collection has been created for use with the 20-20 Fusion software catalogue which includes 30 ranges each with over 50 finishes providing kitchen retailers that use 20-20 Fusion with an irresistible choice of modern, classic and painted ranges, showcasing something to suit all customer tastes and lifestyles. Lance Burford, director of Matchmaker, commented: “After being inundated with requests from independent retailers to add the Matchmaker ranges to the 20-20 Fusion software catalogues we teamed up with 20-20 Technologies to make this happen. We are dedicated to supporting our retailers and making their jobs easier which is now possible for 20-20 Fusion users.” The comprehensive range includes the latest Matchmaker product launches as well as the... Read More »

20-20 makes a splash with exclusive iGlass partnership

02 September 2011
The new iGlass splashbacks catalogue is now exclusively available on 20-20 Fusion. iGlass specialises in bringing exquisitely designed glass into the home, introducing their new colour range of bespoke kitchen splashbacks with more glass products to come in the near future. With nearly 50 years’ experience, the glass experts work with top designers to create extraordinary products. By working in partnership with iGlass, 20-20 Technologies is able to supply exclusive access to designer splashbacks free of charge to all of its independent retailers using 20-20 Fusion. More importantly it allows customers to order the glass splashbacks at the same time as their worktop ensuring only one installation cost is achieved – saving time and money for the customer. The software also allows customers to keep up-to-date with new launches, product changes and pricing. 20-20 Technologies relationship with iGlass began when the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom software provider was... Read More »

Complete end-to-end design solutions

01 May 2011
Fusion by 20-20 Technologies will be demonstrating its latest innovations in kitchen and bathroom design software at KBB London. Offering a complete end-to-end solution, Fusion is the market leader for kitchen and bathroom design software in the home improvement sector.
www.gms-uk.co.uk/kbnewsonline/Specialfeature/KBBLondon/Fusion.htm

20-20 Technologies Exhibits at KBB London 2011

01 May 2011
The KBB exhibition provides a great opportunity to come face to face with trade contacts and we are also using it as a platform to launch Version 18 – the latest update to Fusion.
content.yudu.com/A1s3ef/BKUMay2011/resources/14.htm

20-20 Technologies launches Fusion Version 18

01 May 2011
The latest version of Fusion has been designed to represent the requirements of kitchen and bathroom designers through as many as 34 new pieces of functionality, including an enhanced unit parameters interface, advanced change colour functionality, the ability to define tile grout colour and thickness and much more.
www.thekbzine.com/pages/1578/20_20_technologies_launches_fusion_version_18/

De Dietrich kitchen appliances links in with 20-20

13 June 2011
De Dietrich Kitchen Appliances Ltd. has invested in a graphics package of 110 products from the 2011 De Dietrich and Fagor appliance collections with 20-20 Technologies; the market-leading kitchen design software provider.
www.gms-uk.co.uk/kbnewsonline/WeeklyFolders/13thJun11/News-DeDietrich.php