DMSi’s PartnerConnect24 is more than just a conference. It’s a lively center of new ideas and community for the building materials industry. Held every two years, this event drew over 450 attendees, including over 200 who attended for the first time.
This year, PartnerConnect24 had a new event, specifically for Log & Lumber customers. The Log & Lumber event drew over 30 attendees.
From September 18-19, DMSi Log & Lumber customers and vendors from around North America gathered in Omaha, NE, to share ideas and connect with others in the industry.
The event offered seven sessions focused on DMSi’s suite of Log & Lumber products and the future of product development. These sessions not only offered a glimpse into upcoming innovations but also reinforced DMSi’s commitment to its customers and the industry at large.
The training workshops and specialized sessions were carefully planned to provide a personalized learning experience. There was something for everyone, ensuring each attendee would gain valuable skills and knowledge.
Networking events were a key part of the event. They gave attendees direct access to DMSi’s Customer Service and Development teams, which helps create community and collaboration.
Attendees noted the roundtable discussions were a particularly valuable part of the Log & Lumber event. They had the opportunity to learn and get new ideas from both DMSi team members and their peers in the industry.
DMSi’s top executives in the Log & Lumber division shared important information about the company’s future in the executive session.
Henry German, President of DMSi Log & Lumber, emphasized the company’s dedication to innovation in technology for the hardwood industry.
“At DMSi, we are deeply committed to building strong connections within all the industries we serve. We have become more involved in the hardwoods industry through the acquisition of multiple hardwood-specific software companies. Our goal is to integrate all the functionality into a modern technology, tailored specifically for hardwoods.
“This was the first time we invited our hardwoods customers to attend a DMSi Log & Lumber event during PartnerConnect. The timing was perfect, as we had just finished modernizing the log systems and are now preparing to start on lumber. We had a great roundtable discussion where we explored the unique hardwoods functions of the software and gathered valuable customer feedback. They shared what features were most important to them and how we could improve the software to help them be more efficient.”
As the event ended, attendees were looking forward to the next event in 2026 and continuing their partnership with DMSi.
Mike Powers, president and COO of Maley & Wertz Hardwood Lumber, said, “When your inventory software company gets acquired, you never know what you are going to get; but DMSi is taking the time to get to know us and our software needs. After attending their user conference, we feel good about their commitment to building modern software for our industry and we are excited about the future with DMSi.” n
DMSi provides software solutions for the hardwood supply chain, from timber to consumer. Their DMSi Log system tracks wood products for timber, logging, and sawmills. The TallyExpress app uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to count bundles with an Android smartphone. Their Neural Grader system also uses artificial intelligence to grade lumber. Their Agility ERP provides comprehensive inventory and order management for distributors and retailers. DMSi embraces innovation, incorporating advancements in artificial intelligence into its products to help customers adapt to a dynamic market.
Founded in 1976, DMSi is independently owned and privately held. Their operation, including software development and customer support, is located in Omaha, Nebraska.
