20 YEARS ON THE CUTTING EDGE When Underwood & Associates, Inc., was founded, its primary task was that of developing business and banking application systems for the IBM midrange platform. In those days, that platform consisted of the IBM System/34 processor and the RPGII programming language. Today the System/34 and all its descendants have evolved into the IBM eserver iSeries computers (AS/400). And the language of choice has become RPG400 and RPGILE.

Through the years more and more banking and business software package have become available and many have matured to the point that they are quite good. For this reason, Underwood & Associates does less actual coding today than it did in the past. The greatest need now is for help with implementation, training, and planning.

Nevertheless, there is often the need for an interface to tie an ancillary system to the core system. Of course, conversions to new software involve the need for customized software. Occasionally there is a reason to customize or modify existing code because of unique needs or defects in the software. Also in order for a bank or business to get the very most from its IT (Information Technology) Department, it is often necessary to develop software to handle very customized tasks. Underwood & Associates distinguishes itself from many other consulting firms in that when these technical needs arise, it is able to step into the gap and do whatever needs to be done in the programming area.

Over the years, this company has helped its base of client banks and businesses automate as many repetitive tasks as possible so that they can compete effectively in their market areas. Perhaps a customized program or system developed for your AS/400 by Underwood & Associates could save your business hours of time each month or help to provide the competitive edge your company is seeking.