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BOCA RATON, Fla. � March 24, 2008 � Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS),
a leading provider of innovative information technology and hospitality
software solutions, announced today that Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville,
La. has selected Agilysys to provide a wide range of software solutions
for the 531-room property, which recently completed an expansion that added
an eight-story atrium and more than 200 guest rooms.
Paragon Casino Resort wanted a suite of solutions that addressed all
areas of hotel and casino operations. The Agilysys portfolio met the property�s
requirements with software that automates property management, inventory
and procurement and document management.
�Agilysys is recognized as an innovator in the hotel and casino market,�
said Chad Bordelon, information technology director at Paragon Casino Resort.
�The Lodging Management System® (LMS) got its start in the gaming industry
and has an unsurpassed track record, and the Materials Management System
(MMS) provides a robust yet flexible inventory procurement system that
can manage everything from casino to restaurant operations. We are confident
these systems, along with the DataMagine� document management solution,
will improve efficiency and enhance guest service throughout the property.�
Paragon Casino Resort has implemented the following hospitality solutions
from Agilysys:
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Lodging Management System, a comprehensive property management solution
that automates every aspect of the hotel�s operations. Paragon uses LMS
ARTS®, an activities reservations tracking module, to manage the hotel�s
various venues and place canceled activities back into inventory for resale;
LMS ResNet�, a Web-based real-time reservation system, to enable online
shoppers to book room reservations directly into the LMS property management
system; and LMS ShowGate®, an attraction ticketing module, to provide
show ticketing services with total venue management.
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Materials Management System, a robust inventory and procurement solution
that enables Paragon Casino Resort to maximize purchasing power and reduce
revenue losses. The property uses the MMS Bar Coding module for wireless
data collection of inventory; the MMS Menu/Recipe Analysis module to build
recipes that maximize revenue; and the MMS Retail module to improve ordering
accuracy.
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DataMagine, a patented document management system that scans, indexes,
stores and retrieves documents and reports for e-mailing, faxing or printing.
Paragon is using the system to streamline recordkeeping and archive data,
particularly in its accounting department.
�Paragon Casino Resort is making a strong commitment to guest service with
its investment in property improvements, including new technology,� said
Tina Stehle, senior vice president and general manager of Agilysys Hospitality
Solutions. �Our comprehensive suite of property management, inventory procurement
and document management solutions will help Paragon streamline operations
and conserve resources as well as ensure an outstanding experience for
its guests.�
Paragon Casino Resort, The Pearl of Louisiana, is the only casino-resort
destination in Central Louisiana. The property features a variety of amenities
and attractions, including a new luxury hotel tower, full-service spa and
salon, indoor tropical pool with swim-up bar, soaring bayou-themed retail
atrium and three movie theaters. The Mári Convention Center recently
opened with a new Grand Hall, ballroom and showroom. Paragon also features
a 60,000-square-foot casino, full-service RV resort, five restaurants,
childcare activity center and professional golf course. Paragon Casino
Resort is owned and operated by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana.
About Agilysys, Inc.
 Agilysys
is a leading provider of innovative IT solutions to corporate and public-sector
customers, with special expertise in select markets, including retail and
hospitality. The company uses technology � including hardware, software
and services � to help customers resolve their most complicated IT needs.
The company possesses expertise in enterprise architecture and high availability,
infrastructure optimization, storage and resource management, identity
management and business continuity; and provides industry-specific software,
services and expertise to the retail and hospitality markets. Headquartered
in Boca Raton, Fla., Agilysys operates extensively throughout North America,
with additional sales offices in the United Kingdom and China. For more
information, visit www.agilysys.com. |