Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) today announced a relationship with Johns Manville, a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality building and specialty products. Through the relationship, Intuit will develop a first-of-its kind customized version of Master Builder, its construction management software. This version will provide Johns Manville's residential insulation contractors with a business management solution designed specifically for their trade.
"Working with an industry leader like Johns Manville to develop a customized solution for their insulation contractors channel is a tremendous opportunity. We are filling a very specific customer need," said Carol Novello, vice president and general manager of Intuit Construction Business Solutions. "This kind of relationship opens the door to new opportunities for Master Builder, and provides new ways for us to serve customers. We look forward to continuing to develop solutions that meet the specialized needs of the many diverse segments within the construction industry."
In addition to offering all the benefits of Intuit Master Builder's fully-integrated system, such as integrated estimating, project management, construction compliant accounting and detailed reports and analysis, the Johns Manville version of Master Builder will include JM-specific part numbers, custom templates and extensions specifically for insulation contractors and JM branding. This combination provides insulation contractors with the necessary business management processes and trade-specific functions to manage their business using one system, which ultimately helps saves them time and reduces costs.
"With Intuit's history of easy-to-use products and excellent customer service, we are confident the JM version of Master Builder will produce a well-supported, innovative solution that's right for our insulation contractor," said Arnie Spriggs, market manager-programs, of Johns Manville. "Using one specialized system will have a significant impact on simplifying the intricacies of managing their businesses, enabling them to save time and focus more on their trade."
The JM version of Master Builder, available later this month, will be distributed through JM Building Insulation Representatives to their Master's Circle of residential insulation contractors. For more information, call 303-978-2036 or visit www.jm.com.
Part of Intuit's "Right for My Business" strategy, Master Builder is one of the company's growing roster of software solutions tailored to meet the needs of specific vertical industries through a range of business management solutions. Intuit also provides industry-specific solutions for commercial and residential property managers, durable goods wholesalers and public sector organizations.
About Intuit
Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) is a leading provider of business and financial management solutions for small businesses, consumers and accounting professionals. Its flagship products and services, including QuickBooks®, Quicken® and TurboTax®, simplify small business management and payroll processing, personal finance, and tax preparation and filing.
Founded in 1983, Intuit has annual revenue of more than $1 billion. The company has nearly 7,000 employees with major offices in 13 states across the U.S. and offices in Canada, and the United Kingdom. More information can be found at www.intuit.com.
About Intuit Construction Business Solutions
Acquired by Intuit, Inc. (NASDAQ: INTU) in November 2001, as part of the company's "Right for My Business" strategy, to deliver business solutions to vertical markets, Intuit Master Builder offers contractors a complete construction business management solution. Through a nationwide network of more than 500 Solution Providers and Professional Advisors, Intuit offers expert technical support, business consulting and ongoing education and training. For more information about Intuit Master Builder, please visit: http://masterbuilder.intuit.com.
