Drew Industries' subsidiary Lippert Components, Inc. recently acquired Duncan Systems, Inc., an Elkhart, Indiana based RV accessory manufacturer. In doing so, the conglomerate aspires to expand its marketplace in the Hoosier State. The cost of the acquisition was $18 million.

Drew Industries' President Scott Mereness spoke to the rationale justifying his company's acquisition of Duncan Systems, Inc.

"Consistent with our long-term strategic plan, in the past few years we have increased our sales of aftermarket replacement parts to warehouse distributors and retail RV dealers, as well as through our online store," he said.

In order to preserve stability of its operations, Drew Industries will retain Brent Watson as the President of Duncan Systems. Watson conveyed his excitement to continue working in his executive capacity under the leadership of subsidiary Lippert Components, Inc.

"We are confident Lippert Components will invest in the business for the long term and strategically drive the business forward, as well as provide the opportunity to supply our existing customers with a broader line of replacement parts." Watson said.

Assimilating Duncan Systems, Inc. into Drew Industry's ownership should sustain success for each enterprise. Over the last calendar years, the new acquisition was able to accumulate $26 million in sales. Retaining Watson as the company's President figures to ease the transition without sacrificing productivity.

Corporation acquisitions such as Drew Industries purchase of Duncan Systems highlight the complexities of manufacturing operations. Manufacturing management software is an important tool to keep operations running smoothly, especially at times of transition such as this.

Accent Software, Inc. provides enterprises within the manufacturing industry with business management software that can enhance their ERP. As the foundation for efficient operations, these tools can stimulate success and growth like that which contributed to Drew Industries' ability to expand its enterprise.