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Affordable eProcurement Delivered to Meet Public Sector Needs
Warrington, PA, April 2, 2012 – ESM Solutions, the leading provider of spend management solutions for the public sector, announced two new versions of the easyPurchase eProcurement solution. In addition to their traditional enterprise SaaS offering, easyPurchase is now available in Basic and Professional editions. One size does not fit all, and ESM Solutions continues to respond to market need, always delivering valued and affordable purchasing tools.
easyPurchase Basic unifies and presents organizations’ specific contracts to end-users through an intuitive and consumer-friendly shopping interface. In as little as three steps, end users can search, manage a cart, and submit an order. Customers can include a combination of hosted and punch-out catalogs, and, both purchase orders and P-Cards are supported. easyPurchase Professional includes all Basic features with additional functionality and integration capabilities.
“End-user adoption is one of the hardest obstacles for eProcurement success in any organization,” says Dan Corazzi, CEO, ESM Solutions. “The new editions of easyPurchase were designed with end-user utilization in mind, further decreasing time to savings.”
For an overview of functionally across all three easyPurchase editions, please visit http://tinyurl.com/752skpj.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions gives clients complete control of their spending through an easily implemented, integrated suite of sourcing and purchasing products. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, our SaaS solutions have been built with the end-user experience as the first priority. Ease of use is important up and down the approval chain to enable efficient and transparent procurement processes. ESM Solutions helps customers meet the operational and management objectives while also easing adoption by the end-user community. As the first online procurement provider, and the first to deliver Finger Friendly Navigation™ for smartphones and tablets, ESM Solutions is an innovator, continuing to push the industry forward.
Press Contacts
Kristen Flagg
Director of Marketing
ESM Solutions
(215) 444-9300, ext 187
kflagg@esmsolutions.com
esmsolutions.com
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Giving colleges and universities easy access to the benefit of e-Procurement
Jericho, N.Y., January 4, 2012 — E&I is excited to announce the launch of the E&I Marketplace – an online e-Procurement solution available to members at no cost.
The E&I Marketplace provides instant access to select E&I contracts in a p-card and purchase order enabled environment.
Benefits of the E&I Marketplace include:
Enablement of the E&I Marketplace provides free access to up to 20 pre-selected, competitively awarded contracts. A robust upgrade path provides the option to add more services and functionality at affordable pricing levels.
“This e-Procurement solution is a critical step in making our contracts more easily accessible to our membership,” said Tom Fitzgerald, CEO, E&I Cooperative Purchasing. “Clearly the price tag associated with implementing this kind of solution has been prohibitive for many institutions. We are excited to break down that budget barrier and offer this incredible solution to our members at no cost.”
The E&I Marketplace is powered by ESM Solutions, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities. All ESM applications are cloud-enabled, so every step of the sourcing and procurement process is more efficient and transparent, eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying.
“ESM Solutions is excited to be working with E&I in this capacity, and shares the Cooperative’s commitment to ensuring that members are provided with the most effective and advantageous tools to stretch their budget dollars,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions.
ESM has more than 12 years of experience in the education and public sectors with their Mercury Commerce® and eSchoolMall® branded products. E&I members can also take advantage of ESM services through a new competitively awarded contract for sourcing and procurement products.
More information on this contract, as well as the exciting new E&I Marketplace is available by visiting www.eandi.org.
About E&I
Established in 1934 by members of The National Association of Educational Procurement (NAEP), Educational & Institutional Cooperative Purchasing (E&I) is a buying cooperative that serves colleges and universities. E&I uses the combined purchasing power of nearly 2,400 member institutions to lower costs on a wide range of products and services. The organization provides members with access to a diverse portfolio of high quality national and regional contracts from best-in-class suppliers. E&I's member-driven competitive solicitation process has been validated by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). For more information, please go to: www.eandi.org.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions’ products are designed for our mobile world™ (esmsolutions.com) to give clients complete control of their procurement spending through a rapidly implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled SaaS products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying caused by rogue (off contract) spending. A Tablet-friendly Navigation™ interface makes it easy to configure and interface with existing financial software. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider, and first procurement provider to offer Smartphone solutions with Finger-friendly Navigation™, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contacts
Sabra Schell
E&I Vice President of Marketing
(631) 630-8234
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions Director of Markeing
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Pasco County Schools Further Stretch Their Budget Dollars
Horsham, PA, December 27, 2011 – ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that Pasco County Schools has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Pasco County Schools is focused on finding new and innovative ways to cut their budget in response to a budget crisis. To help further stretch their budget dollars, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications for its sourcing and easyPurchase punch-in for its procurement. eSchoolMall’s sourcing tools will help the District manage their contracts and create strategic vendor relationships.
“Pasco County Schools need to stretch their budget dollars,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall branded product suite offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with the sourcing tools it needs to save money, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Pasco County Schools.”
ESM Solutions provides online sourcing and procurement products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. ESM Solutions helps Pasco County Schools further stretch their budget dollars.
About Pasco County Schools
Pasco County Schools are located in Pasco County, Florida. There are 84 schools in the Pasco County School District, serving 67,337 students (PreK-12), and employing 9,289 employees. Pasco County Schools maintains a vision to create a community which works together so all Pasco County students will reach their highest potential.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions' products are designed for our mobile worldSM (esmsolutions.com) to give clients complete control of their procurement spending through a rapidly implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled SaaS products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying caused by rogue (off contract) spending. A Tablet-friendly Navigation™ interface makes it easy to configure and interface with existing financial software. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider, and first procurement provider to offer Smartphone solutions with Finger-friendly Navigation™, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Innovative New Programs Targeted At Accelerating eProcurement Savings For Education And State & Local Governments
Horsham, PA, December 5, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of e-procurement solutions, announces innovative new products, partners and programs for 2012 that will empower education and state & local governments with tools and resources to stretch their budget dollars.
Products launched in 2012 will focus on bringing clients intuitive design that works as well for the click of a keyboard, as it does for the tap of a screen. All ESM Solutions’ products are being designed, updated or built to be intuitive and tablet friendly. Powerful partnerships and programs offer additional opportunities for our customers to further save money with affordably priced e-procurement solutions.
ESM Solutions’ products meet the needs of our increasingly mobile society and the proliferation of tablet use in education. Exciting new products and enhancements to arrive in 2012 include:
A recent announcement of a major partnership with E&I Cooperative Purchasing (eandi.org) will make e-procurement even more accessible to institutions. E&I is our leading partnership formed to help higher education and school districts further stretch their budget dollars. The E&I Partnership offers:
In addition to their recent refinements of their current value-add Alliance Partner Programs (esmsolutions.com/partners), ESM Solutions plans to roll-out two new cost saving programs designed to drive incremental savings:
“I am excited to say that we are addressing the three barriers to an organization’s ability to maximize the potential of e-procurement,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO and Founder of ESM Solutions. Dan further stated, “These barriers are: application costs and heavy licensing fees; unfriendly products designed for only the back office; and failure to design products for the increasingly mobile society. By attacking these barriers, we are providing immediate relief to budgets that have already been stretched thin.”
For over twelve years, ESM Solutions led the e-procurement industry in providing budget-friendly SaaS solutions to education and public sectors under two great brand names: eSchoolMall® for K-12 and educational service agencies and Mercury Commerce® for higher education institutions, local & state governments and commercial enterprises. In 2012, solutions offered under these two individual brands will be re-packaged as products under one ESM Solutions company brand. With one powerful brand, ESM Solutions can easily and quickly implement new cost saving programs across all education and public sector clients.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions' products are designed for our mobile worldSM (esmsolutions.com) to give clients complete control of their procurement spending through a rapidly implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled SaaS products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying caused by rogue (off contract) spending. A Tablet-friendly Navigation™ interface makes it easy to configure and interface with existing financial software. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider, and first procurement provider to offer Smartphone solutions with Finger-friendly Navigation™, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District Further Stretch Their Budget Dollars
Horsham, PA, November 15, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
As part of its strategic plan, Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District seeks out effective ways to save money and cut costs. To help further stretch their budget dollars, the District will implement eSchoolMall® easyPurchase for its procurement. eSchoolMall’s spend control tools will provide the District with the supporting data needed to track their spending and manage their contracts.
“Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District is focused on stretching their budget dollars,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. ESM Solutions helps Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District further stretch their budget dollars.
About Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District
The Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District is comprised of the entire city of Brecksville, most of Broadview Heights, and a small segment of North Royalton. The district population approximates 25,000. Approximately 4,500 students are enrolled in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights School District and attend classes in our one high school (9-12), one middle school (6-8), one intermediate school (4-5) and three elementary schools (K-3). High school students may attend the Cuyahoga Valley Career Center, which is located in Brecksville.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Marlington Local Schools Further Stretch Their Budget Dollars
Horsham, PA, October 24, 2011 – ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that Marlington Local Schools has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Marlington Local Schools focuses on comparing themselves to similar schools districts and identifying areas where they can make potential budget improvements. To help further stretch their budget dollars, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications for its sourcing and procurement. eSchoolMall’s spend control tools will help the District track their spending and manage their contracts.
“Marlington Local Schools wants to stretch their budget dollars,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall branded product suite offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Marlington Local Schools.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. ESM Solutions helps Marlington Local Schools further stretch their budget dollars.
About Marlington Local Schools
Marlington Local Schools are located in Alliance, Ohio. There are five schools in the Marlington Local Schools District: Washington Elementary School, Marlboro Elementary School, Lexington Elementary School, Marlington Middle School, and Marlington High School. The District mascot is the Duke.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions’ Mercury Commerce Suite of Products Helps Missouri City, Texas Contain Costs
Horsham, PA, September 15, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that the Missouri City, in Texas, has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ clients.
Missouri City, Texas emphasizes commercial growth as a way to continue expansion of their community. As a vibrant city spending money on infrastructure projects, they are also focused on cost containment and fiscal responsibility. Missouri City is implementing necessary spend control tools to help contain costs as they expand.
“Missouri City is rapidly growing,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “As Missouri City builds its infrastructure and attracts new companies, they are also keeping a watchful eye on containing costs and monitoring spend. Our Mercury Commerce branded product suite will provide them with necessary spend-control tools. We are very pleased to be working with a local government such as Missouri City.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Missouri City, Texas
Missouri City, Texas is recognized as One of America’s Best Places to Live by CNN/Money magazine and one of America’s Safest Cities, the 5th Safest in Texas by the Congressional Quarterly. Missouri City has 70,000 residents who live in a family-oriented community that enjoys continued economic growth. Easy access to freeways means their citizens are only minutes away from Downtown Houston, major airports, regional business centers and the Texas Medical Center.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Mercer County Community College Save Time and Money with their Mercury Commerce Applications
Horsham, PA, August 17, 2011 - ESM Solutions, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that Mercer County Community College has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
The College has made an ongoing commitment to develop technology and increase financial resources. To help meet its goal, the College will implement Mercury Commerce® branded applications for their sourcing and procurement. Mercury Commerce’s spend control tools will provide the College with the tools necessary to help save them time and money.
“Mercer County Community College is focused on making decisions that enhance their financial resources,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our Mercury Commerce product suite offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide them with a fast return on their investment. We are very pleased to be working with Mercer County Community College.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Mercer County Community College
Established in 1966, Mercer County Community College (MCCC) is a publicly supported comprehensive educational institution that provides opportunities for higher education through an open-door admission policy. The scenic 292-acre West Windsor Campus was opened in 1972 to serve the needs of Mercer County residents. The newly-expanded James Kerney Campus, located in downtown Trenton, serves as an educational and cultural hub for city residents.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions’ Mercury Commerce® Branded Products Helps Wor-Wic Community College Save Time and Money on Sourcing and Procurement
Horsham, PA, July 26, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that Wor-Wic Community College has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ clients.
Wor-Wic Community College’s Purchasing Department “strives to obtain maximum value for each dollar expenditure.” To help the purchasing department meet its goal, Wor-Wic is implementing ESM Solutions’ Mercury Commerce branded products for their sourcing, procurement and warehouse solutions.
Implementation of these electronic spend management tools is part of a larger campus-wide project for Wor-Wic to replace its entire existing ERP system with Datatel Colleague®. Mercury Commerce products integrate seamlessly with Datatel Colleague so they are a natural choice to meet Wor-Wic Purchasing Department’s needs.
“With easy adoption, seamless integration, and a compelling ROI, Mercury Commerce products are the right fit for Wor-Wic Community College, and most higher education institutions,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Every day our products help our hundreds of clients save time and money on sourcing and procurement. We are pleased to be working with Wor-Wic Community College.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. Wor-Wic’s implementation of Mercury Commerce products will take place in the fall of 2011.
About Wor-Wic Community College
Wor-Wic Community College (www.worwic.edu) is a public, two-year college serving the residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset counties. Founded in 1975, the college enrolls more than 11,500 students in about 2,000 classes each year at its campus in Salisbury and at various locations throughout Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore.
Wor-Wic provides quality postsecondary educational opportunities to area residents at a reasonable cost. Their open door admission policy allows those who have the desire and ability to benefit from their courses and programs to enroll.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contacts
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District Further Stretch Their Budget Dollars
Horsham, PA, June 28, 2011 – ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Mat-Su Borough School District focuses on making budgetary decisions that will help students learn and be successful. To help further stretch their budget dollars, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications for its sourcing and procurement. eSchoolMall’s spend control tools will help the District track their spending and manage their contracts.
“Mat-Su Borough School District wants to stretch their budget dollars,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall product suite offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Mat-Su Borough School District.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. ESM Solutions helps Mat-Su Borough School District further stretch their budget dollars.
About Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
Mat-Su Borough School District educates approximately 16,600 students at 44 sites. The District is organized to put students and families first. Their facilities include 20 elementary schools, five middle schools, six high schools, and four K-12 schools, including a comprehensive home school. Additionally, the District hosts six charter schools, and three alternative education schools which offer a range of specialized programs. The District has educational opportunities available for adults through the career and technical education programs and preschool for students with special needs.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Helps Track Fairbanks North Star Borough School District’s Spending with their eSchoolMall Application
Horsham, PA, June 8, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today, announced that the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
The District has made an ongoing commitment to make annual plans and decisions based on data. To meet its goal, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications for its sourcing and procurement. eSchoolMall’s spend control tools will provide the District with the supporting data needed to track their spending and manage their contracts.
“Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is focused on evaluating, and containing their costs,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Fairbanks North Star Borough School District.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is a public school district based in Fairbanks, Alaska. With a student enrollment of slightly over 14,000, it is the state's second largest public school district. The District encompasses an area of 7,361 square miles (19,060 km2), which is roughly equal to the size of Rhode Island, Delaware, and Connecticut combined.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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The Town of Ashland City Contains Cost With ESM Solutions’ Mercury Commerce Suite of Products
Horsham, PA, May 26, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that the City of Ashland, in Tennessee, has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ clients.
Ashland City recognizes future growth as its pathway to a vibrant, and enduring community. Their vision for the future is to “maintain the heart and soul of a small town.” With several new housing developments and highway expansion, Ashland City is implementing the spend control tools needed to control costs as they grow.
“Ashland City is poised to continue to develop,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “As Ashland City builds its infrastructure, they are also re-evaluating their sourcing and procurement processes. Our Mercury Commerce brand will provide them with spend control tools that are scalable. We are very pleased to be working with a local government such as the Town of Ashland City.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About the Town of Ashland City
Ashland City encompasses 9.6 square miles and, according to the 2008 US Census, has a population of 4,050. Our city is located 15 miles west of Nashville, Music City USA, and 20 miles east of Clarksville, home of Fort Campbell’s 101st Airborne Division. Expansion of State Highway 12 and nearby Interstate 40 provides more accessibility than ever. Ashland City is home to many manufacturers and businesses including the largest manufacturer of water heaters - A.O. Smith and one of the most renowned boat builders - Triton Boats.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contacts
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Branded Products to Power ASBO of Maryland and the District of Columbia’s Online Co-operative Shopping Portal
Horsham, PA, May 9, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that the Association of School Business Officials’ (ASBO) Maryland and District of Columbia Chapter has selected ESM Solutions to power its online cooperative shopping portal.
The local ASBO chapter offers its hundreds of members programs and services that promote the highest standards of school business practices. As part of its mission to provide effective guidance for resource management, the regional ASBO is upgrading its online co-op. This shopping portal still offers its members the opportunity to participate in the co-op and purchase goods and services from many different vendors. Now with the eSchoolMall solution, the co-op will have exciting new features, including being able to purchase using purchase orders with a basic approval functionality, in addition to the existing P-Cards.
“School districts without online sourcing and procurement solutions often miss out on financial savings realized from sourcing and buying with negotiated contracts and strategic vendor relationships,” said Rick Gay, CPPO, RSBO, Purchasing Manager for Baltimore County Public Schools, and Committee Chair for the Shopping Platform for the Maryland and D.C. ASBO chapter. “Based on the successes that Baltimore County Public Schools has had with eSchoolMall, we are excited to bring these same additional features to the ASBO co-op.”
“Rick has great experience and expertise in the sourcing and procurement industry,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “ESM Solutions values his leadership and drive to ensure that all the member schools of the Association of School Business Officials of Maryland & the District of Columbia have to latest tools to stretch their budget dollars.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment. eSchoolMall’s function is expected to be online and available to member districts midsummer 2011.
About ASBO of Maryland and District of Columbia
The Association of School Business Officials of Maryland and the District of Columbia (www.asbo.org) is a professional organization that provides programs and services to promote the highest standards of school business practices through professional development, recognition and the effective management of available resources. It promotes high-quality, exemplary school business practices, professional development, and communications to school business officials to ensure the effective and efficient delivery quality support services to educational communities that contribute to a measurable improvement in student performance.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Streamlines Covington Independent Public Schools Sourcing and Procurement Processes with their eSchoolMall Applications
Horsham, PA, April 26, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that Covington Independent Public Schools has joined the ever growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
The District’s strategic plan sets forth a goal to enhance resources and services to schools through delivery of high quality district management and operational support by reducing waste and costs. Covington will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications which help accomplish its goals by reducing the time and the money spent on sourcing and procuring products.
“Covington’s strategic plan calls for the same cost-containment seen throughout other school districts across the country,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Covington Independent Public Schools.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Covington Independent Public Schools
Covington Independent Public Schools is located in the city of Covington, Kentucky, directly across the Ohio River from Cincinnati. Covington is the fifth largest city in the state, with approximately 43,000 residents. Covington is Kentucky’s largest independent school district, serving approximately 4,022 students. The district offers preschool through the James E. Biggs early Childhood Education center, five elementary schools serving K-5, one middle school, one high school, an adult learning center, and a comprehensive alternative program for students grades six through twelve. Five school board members and over 710 employees serve the students of Covington.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Penta Career Center Streamlines Its Procurement and Sourcing Processes with ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Applications
Horsham, PA, April 15, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that Penta Career Center, located in Perrysburg, Ohio, has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ clients.
The Center offers hands-on training to high school students with programs such as business and management, health and human services, arts and communications, and industrial and engineering systems. Also, the Center provides training to adults who seek training to switch careers or re-enter the workforce. With so many varied programs that require different types of goods and services, the Center will reduce the administrative time and money spent on sourcing and procuring by implementing eSchoolMall® branded applications.
“Penta Career Center provides services to teen and adult students within 16 different school districts and five counties,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the Center with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with a community based organization like Penta Career Center.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Penta Career Center
The Penta Career Center (www.pentacarrercenter.org) is located in Perrysburg, Ohio. The Penta Career Center offers programs for teen and adults students. The Center supports 16 school districts and five counties. Recently, the Center built a 522,000 square foot state-of-the art facility on 150 acres of land.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Ysleta Independent School District implements ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Suite of Products for its Sourcing and Procurement
Horsham, PA, April 12, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that Ysleta Independent School District has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Ysleta Independent School District, located in El Paso, Texas, rolled out its “Teacher Laptop Initiative,” to put a laptop in the hands of every teacher in order to promote Internet usage. With teachers online, the implementation of the eSchoolMall® brand’s online sourcing and procurement products is one additional way the District can maximize the benefits of laptop usage and the Internet.
“The District is pushing technology usage among its staff,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand is both online and mobile. With teachers having immediate access to sourcing and procurement products, the District should experience early adoption of the eSchoolMall products and realize a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Ysleta Independent School District.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Ysleta Independent School District
Ysleta Independent School District (www.yisd.net) is located in El Paso, Texas. In 1998, the District become the first urban school district anywhere in Texas to be named a "Recognized District" for student performance on the Texas Assessment of Academic Skills test or TAAS. The District continues to build on this achievement. Nine District schools have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools while eight others are National Title One Distinguished Campuses.
About Us
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Dickinson College Chooses ESM Solutions
Dickinson College Is Stretching Budget Dollars by Implementing ESM Solutions’ Mercury Commerce Suite of Products for Its Sourcing and Procurement
Horsham, PA, April 6, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced that Dickinson College, located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, has joined the ever-growing number of ESM Solutions’ higher education clients.
Recently, Dickinson College announced that, for the 2010 fiscal year, they surpassed their targeted $2 million operating-budget reduction—a reduction resulting entirely from reduced, non-wage employee expenses—and created a one-time operating surplus of $3.3 million. As part of its continued cost control efforts, Dickinson College is implementing Mercury Commerce™ branded applications for its electronic sourcing and procurement solutions.
“Today, colleges and universities have seen unprecedented cuts in federal, state and private funding,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Many colleges are re-evaluating their internal processes and finding new ways to stretch their budget dollars. Our Mercury Commerce brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only improve efficiency, but it will also provide additional spend control tools. We are very pleased to be working with Dickinson College.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Dickinson College
Dickinson College (www.dickinson.edu), founded in 1773, is a highly selective, private residential liberal-arts college known for its innovative curriculum. Its mission is to offer students a useful education in the arts and sciences that will prepare them for lives as engaged citizens and leaders. The 180-acre campus of Dickinson College is located in the heart of historic Carlisle, Pa. The college offers 42 majors with an emphasis on international studies, has more than 40 study-abroad programs in 24 countries on six continents and offers 13 modern languages.
About Us
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Launches Its First Procurement Solution Designed Specifically For Smartphones
Including the iPhone®, Android™, Windows® Phone 7, and Blackberry® Smartphone
Horsham, PA, March 14, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced the roll out of its first mobile solution, rapidApproval™. Clients can now use their smartphones to process requisitions while on the go. rapidApproval is an extension of the easyPurchase™ solution found under both the eSchoolMall® and Mercury Commerce™ brands.
rapidApproval™ is designed for smartphones, and is specifically tailored to the iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 7, and the later Blackberry Smartphone models. To use rapidApproval™, clients go to www.esmsolutions.com, with their smartphones, and they will be automatically redirected to m.esmsolutions.com. Each requisition pending approval will appear individually with summary information, allowing for “approval” or “rejection” directly from their smartphones. As part of the finger-friendly navigation™, with one tap of the screen, additional details for the requisition can be provided prior to approval or rejection.
“Providing leadership in smartphone mobile online procurement functionality allows us to continue to meet the changing needs of our clients in an ever increasingly mobile society,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “rapidApproval™ is the first of several mobile solutions that ESM Solutions plans to roll out this year. We chose to make the approval process our first mobile solution because we saw an immediate need to give clients the flexibility to take the approval process on the go. Clients will experience faster savings and better spend control by adding mobile functionality to their procurement processes.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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ESM Solutions Announces Formation of Client Advisory Panel
ESM Solutions Formalizes Practice to Obtain Client Input on Strategy, Direction, and Pre-release Testing of Product Functionality
Horsham, PA, February 28, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, a leading provider of online procurement solutions for public and private entities, today announced the formation of a new Client Advisory Panel to discuss product strategy and direction, as well as pre-release testing of new functionality and products. Part of ESM Solutions’ ongoing success has been soliciting feedback and listening to customers. The Client Advisory Panel will formalize this process.
The seven ESM Solutions’ Client Advisory Panel members are procurement veterans from schools, higher education, and government. The panel members include: Jane Altemose of Lehigh University; Fred Feil of Charleston County School District; Richard Gay, CPPO, RSBO, of Baltimore County Public Schools; Jeff Holden of the State Government of South Dakota; Rebecca Howe of the St. Louis County local government; William Lyle of Delaware Valley College; and Christopher Steele of Norfolk Public Schools.
“We appreciate the service of our Client Advisory Panel members,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Keeping clients in the loop and soliciting feedback has always been a focus of our company and part of our strategic planning process. We are pleased to formalize the practice with a few of our clients, who are experts in procurement.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Trumbull Educational Service Center Streamlines Its Procurement and Sourcing Processes with ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Applications
Horsham, PA, February 24, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that Trumbull Educational Service Center has joined the ever growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
The Center provides services to school districts and communities though cost-effective and cooperative programs that promote a high level of learning for its students. In order to reduce the administrative time and money spent on sourcing and procuring, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications.
“Trumbull Educational Services Center provides services to over 20 different districts and thousands of students,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the Center with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with a community based organization like Trumbull Educational Service Center.”
ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall applications connect classrooms, administrative offices and educational service agencies with their selected vendors, to ensure the highest degree of efficiency in purchasing and bidding. It’s easy to use, quick to implement, mobile and provides a rapid return on investment. Over 4,000 educational entities are using it.
About Trumball County Educational Service Center
The Trumbull County Educational Service Center provides educational leadership and instruction in the areas of curriculum development, special education and technology. The Center employs teachers, therapists, psychologists and other specialists who work directly with approximately 35,000 students in 20 school districts. In addition, the Center conducts professional growth seminars for approximately 2000 teachers each year. The Trumbull County Educational Service Center works in conjunction with the school districts to provide programs that promote the highest level of learning for children in Trumbull County, Ohio.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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Rocky River City School District implements ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Suite of Products for its Procurement and Sourcing
Horsham, PA, February 22, 2011 - ESM Solutions™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that Rocky River School District has joined the ever growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Rocky River City School District, located in Rocky River Ohio, rolled out a strategic plan in the school year 2009-2010. One area of that plan focuses on finance, which includes promoting operational efficiency and cost-containment. In order to reduce the administrative time and money spent on sourcing and procuring, the District will implement eSchoolMall® branded applications.
“The District’s strategic plan calls for the same cost-containment seen throughout other school districts across the country,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only provide the District with spend control tools, it will provide a fast return on its investment. We are very pleased to be working with Rocky River City School District.”
ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall applications connect classrooms, administrative offices and educational service agencies with their selected vendors, to ensure the highest degree of efficiency in purchasing and bidding. It’s easy to use, quick to implement, mobile and provides a rapid return on investment. Over 4,000 educational entities are using it.
About Rocky River City School District
The Rocky River City School District includes the geographic areas of the City of Rocky River, Ohio, and a portion of the City of Fairview Park, Ohio. For the 2009-2010 school year, the Ohio Department of Education rated the Rocky River City Schools as Excellent with Distinction, the highest possible rating.
About Us
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contact
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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These new mobile, vendor and consumer offerings will help further extend savings to educational, state and local governments, co-ops and commercial institutions.
Horsham, Pa – February 15, 2011 – ESM Solutions announces an investment that will serve to take its business to the next level – with new mobile, vendor and consumer offerings. A streamlined brand is the first step towards introducing these products to market. The company has combined both of their existing product suites (eSchoolMall and Mercury Commerce) under one umbrella, ESM Solutions. Their re-designed website reflects the new umbrella brand, and accommodates their current clients (school districts, colleges & universities, state & local governments and businesses) and vendors. It will also target a new consumer market segment and provide expanded product offerings for vendors.
The investment was made to facilitate taking an already healthy business to the next level by funding/enabling the development of applications for the tools that today’s customers are migrating to – tablets and smart phones. These new mobile applications will ensure greater utilization of ESM Solutions applications, which will result in greater savings. Additionally, with tablets becoming the preferred choice for cost effective input, existing applications are being reformatted to have more "finger-friendly navigation"™ to accommodate the use of a finger versus a mouse.
“We recognized that the education, government and small business markets needed an easier way to control their expenses. They also needed something that everyone in their organization could get behind and actually use – which made this a logical investment,” said board member Jonathan Faith. “Under CEO Dan Corazzi’s leadership, ESM Solutions has been a long time leader in online procurement and based on the plans in place, will continue to be.”
For more information on ESM Solutions’ new expanded offerings, visit www.esmsolutions.com.
About ESM Solutions
ESM Solutions gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Madison County School District Implements ESM Solutions’ eSchoolMall Suite of Products for its Procurement and Sourcing
Horsham, PA, December 13, 2010 - ESM Solutions™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that the Madison County School District has joined the ever-growing family of ESM Solutions’ customers.
Madison County School District, located in Kentucky, has experienced a population boom. In order to reduce the administrative time and money spent on sourcing and procuring, the District is implementing eSchoolMall® branded applications.
“The District is experiencing rapid population growth. Not only is the District focused on facilities, they want to improve efficiency and contain costs,” said Dan Corazzi, CEO of ESM Solutions. “Our eSchoolMall brand offers an integrated solution that will, not only improve efficiency as the District grows, it will provide spend control tools. We are very pleased to be working with Madison County School District.”
ESM Solutions provides online procurement and commerce products to school districts, higher education institutions, state and local governments, and commercial enterprises. Each application is built from the ground up for ease-of-use, rapid time to savings, and compelling return on investment.
About Madison County School District
The Madison County School District, located in Kentucky, serves more than 10,000 students in Preschool through the 12th grade. The District’s Early Childhood Program serves about 350 pre-schoolers. They also operates the Madison County Day Treatment Center, the Madison Alternative School, Madison County Secondary GED Program and 12 Family/Youth Resource Centers that serve their students and their families.
About Us
ESM Solutions (www.esmsolutions.com) gives clients complete control of their procurement spending through a readily implemented, integrated suite of products. These cloud-enabled products make every step of the sourcing and procurement process more efficient and transparent by eliminating the costs associated with inefficient buying. Their user-friendly interface is easily configured and works with existing financial software, so clients are able to quickly realize savings. With extensive experience in the education and public sectors, ESM Solutions’ products have been built to accommodate the most complicated sourcing and procurement processes, and can be tailored to fit any client’s needs. ESM Solutions was the first online procurement provider and by being the first to introduce mobile apps for online procurement, they continue to push the industry forward.
Press Contacts
Chrissy Madden
ESM Solutions
cmadden@esmsolutions.com
(215) 444-9300, ext 139
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eSchoolMall Releases easyPurchase Mobile for e-Procurement On The Go
Purchasing Functions Now Available From Popular Handheld Devices
Horsham, PA, August 27, 2010 eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced the release of easyPurchase Mobile. eSchoolMall’s easyPurchase now provides even greater benefit to schools when you take it with you.
easyPurchase Mobile provides approval and receiving from any browser-capable smartphone. There are no app’s to load, making access to procurement operations quick and easy. Included with easyPurchase Mobile is the new Mobile User Home Page. Everything needed to approve and receive is presented in one easy to use mobile screen. Just click on a link to get your work done.
All the power of easyPurchase workflow, reflecting customer’s business processes, is presented on the mobile device. Login, User Home Page, Approval, Receiving and Preference Setting are all available on the go.
“easyPurchase Mobile is a direct result of customer input,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Our customers told us that they wanted to bring the ease-of-use of easyPurchase to their user’s smartphones. We are pleased to offer this new functionality which further increases the return on investment in easyPurchase.”
easyPurchase Mobile is immediately available from eSchoolMall.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Horsham, PA, August 18, 2010, Mercury Commerce Solutions, a market leader in online procurement solutions for higher education organizations, today announced that Prince George's Community College has licensed Purchasing and Warehouse automation solutions. PGCC has been a Mercury Commerce customer since 2007, having previously automated their bidding, quoting and sourcing processes. This new agreement with PGCC recognizes the value that Mercury Commerce can bring to the College’s efforts to efficiently support its educational goals.
Prince George's Community College will utilize easyPurchase Enterprise to automate their requisition through receiving process. PGCC has also licensed the Mercury Commerce smartAgent for Datatel Colleague, a web-services interface between easyPurchase and the College’s Datatel Colleague financial system. This implementation leverages Colleague as the system of record for all requisitioning, purchase order and receiving data, while bringing the College’s vendor catalogs and websites to campus users’ desktops.
PGCC has also licensed Mercury Commerce Solutions’ easyPurchase Warehouse, a highly flexible, cost-effective warehouse management solution that integrates seamlessly with the College’s easyPurchase Enterprise application. easyPurchase Warehouse provides a user friendly, menu-driven interface, designed to satisfy the requirements of virtually any warehouse operation. In addition to reporting and auditing, easyPurchase Warehouse automates the primary warehouse management functions, including item maintenance, fulfillment, and replenishment.
The new system is scheduled to go-live for campus-wide utilization in the fall.
Since 1958, Prince George’s Community College (www.pgcc.edu) has been providing educational opportunities for students from Prince George’s County and around the world. Each year nearly 40,000 students take part in more than 60 programs of study in a wide range of traditional and cutting-edge disciplines. With an average class size of 20, Prince George’s Community College provides students with an enriching, learning-centered environment in which to further their academic and professional careers. Prince George’s Community College offers hundreds of noncredit continuing education courses and dozens of continuing education programs in a variety of subjects, available to students seeking professional and personal advancement. In keeping with its mission to serve the community, Prince George’s Community College is home to a number of special programs that address the needs and interests of county residents.
Mercury Commerce Solutions (www.mercurycommerce.com), an ESM Solutions Corporation company, provides procurement automation solutions for the higher education and state and local government markets. Our suite of purchasing, sealed bidding and quoting solutions includes online tools that connect purchasing entities with their vendors, as well as aggregated vendor catalogs that enable a uniform buying experience for all purchasers within an organization. Mercury Commerce also facilitates easy integration with an organization's financial software system and enables flexible electronic communication with vendors' order entry systems. Delivering our Software as a Service (SaaS) via the Internet, Mercury Commerce hosts a fully automated e-Procurement suite of purchasing and sourcing solutions. Mercury Commerce Solutions provides professional services, as well as data warehousing, auditing and reporting capabilities for its customers, who save time and money that can be re-allocated to education and community programs.
eSchoolMall Welcomes New Customers
Each Organization Has Recognized the Value of eSchoolMall e-Procurement Solutions
Horsham, PA, August 24, 2010 eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that new Pennsylvania entities have joined the ever growing family of eSchoolMall customers. eSchoolMall welcomes North Pocono School District, Neshaminy School District and the Midwestern Intermediate Unit.
North Pocono School District in Moscow, PA has licensed the Sourcing Solutions Suite, the Purchasing Solutions Suite and smartAgent integration with the District’s CSIU financial system. Neshaminy School District in Langhorne, PA has licensed the Sourcing Solutions Suite, Purchasing Solutions Suite including the easyPurchase Textbook module, and smartAgent integration with the District’s Pentamation financial system. Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV in Grove City, PA is using easyBid Line Item to automate sourcing for the IU and its constituent organizations.
“We welcome each of these new customers from our home state,” says Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Our Professional Services organization has worked with each of these entities to ensure a rapid time to benefit and compelling return on investment.”
About North Pocono School District
The mission of the North Pocono District (www.npsd.org) is to engage all students in an active pursuit of knowledge with a learning environment which maintains high academic standards with an emphasis on the basics, stimulates curiosity across the disciplines, integrates life's latest technological concepts, creates life-long, directed learners and critical thinkers, encourages students to become independent, responsible citizens, promotes positive self-esteem and respect for others, and ensures safety and security within the education setting.
About Neshaminy School District
The Neshaminy community empowers students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. At Neshaminy, we build futures. The Neshaminy School District (www.neshaminy.k12.pa.us) covers 27.6 square miles in historic Bucks County, PA (northeast of Philadelphia). Neshaminy is an Indian name, a reminder of the Lenape Indians who lived along the Neshaminy Creek. Primarily a residential district, Neshaminy has 13 schools servicing 9,298 students from the boroughs of Hulmeville, Langhorne, Langhorne Manor, and Penndel, and the townships of Lower Southampton and Middletown.
About Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV
The mission of Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV (www.miu4.k12.pa.us) is to provide educational and administrative leadership, programs, services, and resources which enhance the education of all individuals to meet the changing needs of a global society. Midwestern Intermediate Unit IV is one of 29 IU's serving schools in Pennsylvania. Our intermediate unit serves the 27 school districts in Butler, Lawrence and Mercer Counties.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Horsham, PA, June 28, 2010, Mercury Commerce Solutions, a market leader in online procurement for colleges and universities, and Villanova University, a premier institution of higher education, today announced an agreement to license Mercury Commerce Purchasing Solutions, Sourcing Solutions and smartAgent™ for Banner. Mercury Commerce web-based e-Procurement solutions meet the Villanova Procurement Department’s goal of securing the best price, quality and service, providing supplier relationship management, offering effective buying methods, and making payment in a timely manner.
Included in the agreement are enterprise-wide procurement tools that will save Villanova significant time and money. Mercury Commerce easyPurchase™ automates the requisition through receiving process with integration to the University’s administrative system, SunGard Banner Finance. The smartAgent for Banner features encumbrance accounting and a web services interface that leverages Banner information as the system of record. The Sourcing Solutions Suite facilitates electronic sealed bidding, request for quote and RFP/RFI processes.
Villanova completed an in-depth analysis of e-Procurement applications before selecting Mercury Commerce Solutions. “Mercury Commerce has the right tools at the right price for Higher Education,” said Dan Corazzi, President of Mercury Commerce Solutions. “We are pleased that the Mercury Commerce value proposition and rapid return on investment have been recognized by Villanova University.”
Villanova University (www.villanova.edu), founded by the Order of Saint Augustine in 1842, is a premier institution of higher education that offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Villanova School of Business, the College of Engineering, the College of Nursing and the Villanova School of Law. With a total enrollment that surpasses 10,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students, Villanova is the oldest and largest Catholic university in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Mercury Commerce Solutions (www.mercurycommerce.com), an ESM Solutions Corporation company, provides procurement automation solutions for the higher education and state and local government markets. Our suite of purchasing, sealed bidding and quoting solutions includes online tools that connect purchasing entities with their vendors, as well as aggregated vendor catalogs that enable a uniform buying experience for all purchasers within an organization. Mercury Commerce also facilitates easy integration with an organization's financial software system and enables flexible electronic communication with vendors' order entry systems. Delivering our Software as a Service (SaaS) via the Internet, Mercury Commerce hosts a fully automated e-Procurement suite of purchasing and sourcing solutions. Mercury Commerce Solutions provides professional services, as well as data warehousing, auditing and reporting capabilities for its customers, who save time and money that can be re-allocated to education and community programs.
Horsham, PA, and Bethlehem, PA, April 9, 2010, Mercury Commerce Solutions, a market leader in online procurement for higher education, and Lehigh University, a premier education and research facility, today announced an agreement for integrated electronic procurement solutions. Lehigh University will serve as the lead institution for the integration between easyPurchase™ Enterprise and SunGard Banner®.
“Getting the results of our contracting activities in front of University requisitioners was a key cost savings goal,” said Jane Altemose, Strategic Sourcing Manager for Lehigh University. “With Mercury Commerce, our users have easy online visibility to Lehigh contracts, State contracts, and cooperative contracts from the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges (LVAIC).”
“We are thrilled to add an institution with the stature of Lehigh University to our growing list of Higher Education customers,” said Dan Corazzi, President of Mercury Commerce Solutions. “Lehigh will very quickly automate all aspects of their procurement process, from purchasing through sourcing.”
Included in the agreement are enterprise-wide procurement tools that will save Lehigh significant time and money. The Purchasing Solutions Suite automates the requisition through receiving process with integration to Banner. The smartAgent™ for Banner features encumbrance accounting and a web services interface that leverages Banner information as the system of record. The Sourcing Solutions Suite facilitates electronic sealed bidding, request for quote and RFP/RFI processes.
The new system is scheduled to go live before the new budget year.
Located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Lehigh University is a leading co-educational, non-denominational, private education and research institution. More than 4,600 undergraduate and 2,000 graduate students call Lehigh’s beautiful campus “home.” During their time at Lehigh, students are immersed in a distinctive learning experience that encourages learning in and outside of the classroom. The focus is on an interdisciplinary education, which nurtures the capacity to think deeply, nimbly and creatively – all skills necessary to transform ambitions into accomplishments. Lehigh graduates leave as accomplished scholars who are well-equipped to tackle complex challenges, and to lead change. Lehigh University is recognized across the globe as a premier residential research university, ranking in the top tier of research universities each year. Lehigh offers students the best of both worlds: the small, personal setting of a liberal arts school, with a research 1 environment. Lehigh is a comprehensive university, offering majors and programs in four colleges: arts and sciences, business, education and engineering. Visit www.lehigh.edu for more information.
Mercury Commerce Solutions (www.mercurycommerce.com), an ESM Solutions Corporation company, provides procurement automation solutions for the higher education and state and local government markets. Our suite of purchasing, sealed bidding and quoting solutions includes online tools that connect purchasing entities with their vendors, as well as aggregated vendor catalogs that enable a uniform buying experience for all purchasers within an organization. Mercury Commerce also facilitates easy integration with an organization's financial software system and enables flexible electronic communication with vendors' order entry systems. Delivering our Software as a Service (SaaS) via the Internet, Mercury Commerce hosts a fully automated e-Procurement suite of purchasing and sourcing solutions. Mercury Commerce Solutions provides professional services, as well as data warehousing, auditing and reporting capabilities for its customers, who save time and money that can be re-allocated to education and community programs.
Horsham, PA, February 22, 2010 Mercury Commerce Solutions, a market leader in online procurement solutions for public sector organizations, announces the release of Online Shopping Cart functionality for users of the MUNIS Financial System from Tyler Technologies. Available now as an add-on to MUNIS Release 7.4, clicking the Online Shopping link will launch the Mercury Commerce Web Catalog Portal.
With no additional login, MUNIS users have secure access to hosted vendor catalogs and Dynamic Link™ Punch-out catalogs, showing their organization’s products and pricing. After shopping in the Mercury Commerce Web Catalog Portal, the user submits their shopping cart, which populates the MUNIS Requisition. The Requisition then completes as normal in the MUNIS Finance System.
Mercury Commerce has developed two additional integrations between easyPurchase™, Mercury Commerce Solutions’ complete web purchasing application, and the MUNIS Finance System. Each provides a flexible interface for encumbrance accounting to meet individual customer needs. This Version 3 interface for Online Shopping is the direct result of customer input. “Working closely with MUNIS since 2005, we can be very responsive to customer needs,” said Dan Corazzi, President of Mercury Commerce. “Customers have told us that easy to use, online access to their vendor community - with a very rapid return on investment – is key.”
The Web Catalog Portal has been designed to offer convenient online access to an organization’s vendor information. With attractive pricing for MUNIS customers, the Mercury Commerce Web Catalog Portal provides the right technology at the right price for these difficult economic times.
The Mercury Commerce Web Catalog Portal for MUNIS is immediately available.
Based in Dallas, Tyler Technologies is a leading provider of end-to-end information management solutions and services for local governments. Tyler partners with clients to enable the public sector–cities, counties, schools and other government entities–to become more efficient, more accessible, and more responsive to the needs of citizens. Tyler's client base includes more than 8,000 local government offices throughout all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Tyler has been named one of "America's 200 Best Small Companies" for three consecutive years by Forbes Magazine. More information about Tyler Technologies can be found at www.tylertech.com.
Mercury Commerce Solutions (www.mercurycommerce.com), an ESM Solutions Corporation company, provides procurement automation solutions for the higher education and state and local government markets. Our suite of purchasing, sealed bidding and quoting solutions includes online tools that connect purchasing entities with their vendors, as well as aggregated vendor catalogs that enable a uniform buying experience for all purchasers within an organization. Mercury Commerce also facilitates easy integration with an organization's financial software system and enables flexible electronic communication with vendors' order entry systems. Delivering our Software as a Service (SaaS) via the Internet, Mercury Commerce hosts a fully automated e-Procurement suite of purchasing and sourcing solutions. Mercury Commerce Solutions provides professional services, as well as data warehousing, auditing and reporting capabilities for its customers, who save time and money that can be re-allocated to education and community programs.
eSchoolMall Releases Shopping Cart Functionality for MUNIS
Adds Web Catalog Portal to MUNIS Requisitions
Horsham, PA, February 22, 2010 eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, announces the release of Online Shopping Cart functionality for users of the MUNIS Financial System from Tyler Technologies. Available now as an add-on to MUNIS Release 7.4, clicking the Online Shopping link will launch the eSchoolMall Web Catalog Portal.
With no additional login, MUNIS users have secure access to hosted vendor catalogs and Dynamic Link™ Punch-out catalogs, showing their organization’s products and pricing. After shopping in the eSchoolMall Web Catalog Portal, the user submits their shopping cart, which populates the MUNIS Requisition. The Requisition then completes as normal in the MUNIS Finance System.
eSchoolMall has developed two additional integrations between easyPurchase™, eSchoolMall’s complete web purchasing solution, and the MUNIS Finance System. Each provides a flexible interface for encumbrance accounting to meet individual customer needs. This Version 3 interface for Online Shopping is the direct result of customer input. “Working closely with MUNIS since 2005, we can be very responsive to customer needs,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Customers have told us that easy to use, online access to their vendor community - with a very rapid return on investment – is key.”
The Web Catalog Portal has been designed to offer convenient online access to an organization’s vendor information. With attractive pricing for MUNIS customers, the eSchoolMall Web Catalog Portal provides the right technology at the right price for these difficult economic times.
The eSchoolMall Web Catalog Portal for MUNIS is immediately available.
About Tyler Technologies
Based in Dallas, Tyler Technologies is a leading provider of end-to-end information management solutions and services for local governments. Tyler partners with clients to enable the public sector–cities, counties, schools and other government entities–to become more efficient, more accessible, and more responsive to the needs of citizens. Tyler's client base includes more than 8,000 local government offices throughout all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Tyler has been named one of "America's 200 Best Small Companies" for three consecutive years by Forbes Magazine. More information about Tyler Technologies can be found at www.tylertech.com.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Eastern Suffolk BOCES Automates Purchasing with eSchoolMall Constituent Districts Also Have Access to e-Procurement Solutions
Horsham, PA, January 20, 2010 eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that the Eastern Suffolk BOCES will automate their purchasing processes with easyPurchase™. This state-of-the-art e-Procurement solution will bring the BOCES’ vendor contracts right to their user’s desktops. easyPurchase will also automate requisitioning, workflow, purchase orders and receiving for the Eastern Suffolk BOCES. The BOCES has also licensed the eSchoolMall Sourcing Suite to automate sealed bidding, request for quote and project-related procurement for the BOCES and their vendor community.
Under this new contract, Eastern Suffolk BOCES constituent districts have access to eSchoolMall e-Procurement solutions at very attractive license rates. “Eastern Suffolk BOCES has clearly seen the value of our purchasing solution,” said Jeff Prevost, eSchoolMall Sales Executive for New York State. “Their constituent districts will also be able to reap the benefits of web-based e-Procurement.”
About Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Eastern Suffolk Board of Cooperative Educational Services (www.esboces.org), an educational cooperative of 51 Long Island school districts, provides educational leadership, direct instruction, management and support through quality, cost-effective instructional programs and shared services. These programs and services maximize educational and career opportunities for Long Island's diverse community of lifelong learners, both children and adults, and enhance the operational effectiveness of its schools. With Eastern Suffolk BOCES as a catalyst, school districts develop shared programs that serve children from all districts regardless of enrollment, income or size of tax base.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Horsham, PA, January 20, 2010, Mercury Commerce Solutions, a market leader in online procurement solutions for public sector organizations, today announced Local Government Corporation customers that have licensed Mercury Commerce e-Procurement solutions. The City of Bessemer, AL, County of Monroe, TN and City of Shelbyville, TN have all licensed integrated e-Procurement solutions.
“The new economic reality is causing many city and county governments to review their spending,” said Joe Wiggins, Mercury Commerce Sales Director. “With Mercury Commerce e-Procurement solutions and services, these organizations get control over their purchasing and sourcing with very rapid return of investment.”
Each of these governments and their constituents will benefit from e-Procurement solutions and processes with integration to their LGC financial systems. Mercury Commerce is delivering an enterprise-wide procurement tool that will save significant time and money.
The City of Bessemer (www.bessemeral.org) is a Birmingham suburb in Jefferson County, Alabama. Originally incorporated in 1889, Bessemer is situated in the midst of the iron ore and limestone district of Alabama, in the southern part of Jones Valley. Bessemer is home to approximately 30,000 citizens.
The County of Monroe (www.monroegovernment.org) is ranked sixth largest in land area among Tennessee's 95 counties. The county is experiencing tremendous growth, yet their tax rate remains one of the lowest in the State and land prices are still a great value. The County of Monroe is home to approximately 40,000 citizens.
The City of Shelbyville (www.shelbyvilletn.org), the county seat of Bedford County, Tennessee, is located a little over 50 miles southeast of Nashville. Known as the Walking Horse Capital of the World, the Grand Champion Tennessee Walking Horse is crowned annually at the Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration. The City of Shelbyville is home to approximately 17,000 citizens.
Mercury Commerce Solutions, an ESM Solutions Corporation company, provides procurement automation solutions for the higher education and state and local government markets. Our suite of purchasing, sealed bidding and quoting solutions includes online tools that connect purchasing entities with their vendors, as well as aggregated vendor catalogs that enable a uniform buying experience for all purchasers within an organization. Mercury Commerce also facilitates easy integration with an organization's financial software system and enables flexible electronic communication with vendors' order entry systems. Delivering our Software as a Service (SaaS) via the Internet, Mercury Commerce hosts a fully automated e-Procurement suite of purchasing and sourcing solutions. Mercury Commerce Solutions provides professional services, as well as data warehousing, auditing and reporting capabilities for its customers, who save time and money that can be re-allocated to education and community programs.
ESM Solutions Corporation Now on Twitter Social Network Sites Bring e-Procurement Information to Customers, Vendors and Prospects
Horsham, PA, November 19, 2009 ESM Solutions Corporation, the corporate parent of eSchoolMall™ and Mercury Commerce Solutions™, is using social networking sites to reach customers, vendors and prospects. Through its Information Exchange Network company blog, ESM Solutions Corporation facilitates connection and communication among end users, prospects, vendors with our e-Procurement experts. ESM Solutions is also on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook, to bring the conversation directly to our e-Procurement community.
As part of the ESM Information Exchange Network, customers, vendors and prospects can be connected to each other for the purpose of sharing information. The Information Exchange Network is our company blog that provides a communication vehicle for:
“These social networking sites allow us to communicate directly with our users, our vendors and our prospects about e-Procurement solutions and practices in ways that were not previously possible”, said Monte Inman, Director of Professional Services at ESM Solutions Corporation. “The feedback that we have received through the Information Exchange Network has been very positive”, continued Inman. “Our users, vendors and prospects welcome the personalized communication of information and ideas.”
Visit the ESM Information Exchange Network (http://esmsolutions.wordpress.com) for more information.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
eSchoolMall Releases Enhanced e-Procurement Solutions Version 9 Provides Significant New Features
Horsham, PA, August 31, 2009 eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced Version 9 of its e-Procurement Solutions. New enhancements have been released to both the Sourcing Solutions Suite and the Purchasing Solutions Suite.
Based on direct customer input, Version 9 begins a series of new features that will be released during regular product updates. “Our products have evolved with customer usage and customer input,” said Jeff Mason, Vice President of Product Development for eSchoolMall. “Version 9 reflects our response to customer feedback that we continually seek through our Customer Care organization.”
In the Sourcing Solutions Suite, eSchoolMall has completely redesigned the customer’s ability to identify and select vendors to participate in bids, quotes and RFP’s. “Our database of registered vendors has grown significantly,” continued Jeff. “With Version 9, our customers can easily build distribution lists and communicate with their selected vendor community.”
In the Purchasing Solutions Suite, eSchoolMall has again responded to customer input in the area of purchasing card usage. Customers are adopting P-Card programs as a way to expedite vendor payments and control expenses. Version 9 provides an interface for customers who manage enterprise-wide P-Card programs with centralized P-Card management.
Version 9 includes the use of industry-leading browser technology to enhance the user experience. Like all eSchoolMall web-based solutions, Version 9 is immediately available to all existing customers with no software to load and no hardware to buy.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Baltimore County Schools Tackles Operations Improvement With eSchoolMall Always Striving To Be More Effective In Instruction And Operations
Horsham, PA, May 22, 2009, The Baltimore County Public School System has created a culture of “always learning more”. For Baltimore County Public Schools, this means continuing to look for ways to succeed, always striving to be more effective in instruction and operations. In the area of operations, procurement represents a significant portion of the School System’s annual budget. The search for operations improvement led to eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools.
As the School District analyzed their purchasing and sourcing operations, they came to the conclusion that current systems and processes did not meet the requirements of a large school district facing budget constraints. Richard L. Gay, RSBO, who manages the Office of Purchasing for Baltimore County Public Schools, said, “We knew that we needed a new direction for purchasing and bidding. Our due diligence on this concluded that eSchoolMall was the right provider.”
“The Baltimore County process covers a broad spectrum of their business operations, including bidding, purchasing and textbook management,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “We were able to provide an integrated solution that met the District’s requirements. We are very pleased to be working with a sophisticated purchasing organization like Baltimore County Schools.”
Baltimore County Public Schools has licensed eSchoolMall’s Purchasing Solutions Suite and Sourcing Solutions Suite to automate their business operations. With this implementation, users across the District have web access to the applications they need for purchasing and bidding.
About Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore County Public Schools (www.bcps.org) is 26th largest school system in the U.S. and the 3rd largest in Maryland. With a budget in excess of $1.5 Billion, the District serves over 103,000 students from 172 schools, programs, and centers. For Baltimore County Public Schools, always learning more means continuing to look for ways to succeed, always striving to be more effective in instruction and operations. Baltimore County Public Schools has created a culture of high expectations, rigorous instruction, and broader opportunities for all; the District expects more from its students and from everyone who serves them. They strive to introduce students to more of the world each day.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
eSchoolMall Awarded TIPS Contract e-Commerce Online Procurement System for All TIPS Members
Horsham, PA, January 19, 2009, eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that it has been awarded a contract by The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) and Texas Arkansas Purchasing System (TAPS), sponsored by Region VIII Educational Service Center in Mt. Pleasant, TX. The contract brings eSchoolMall electronic procurement solutions to all constituent organizations in Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri and Arkansas with pre-negotiated pricing and terms.
The TIPS cooperative conducted a competitive RFP process to find the best e-Commerce Online Procurement System for All TIPS Members. “eSchoolMall is very pleased to have been selected,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Our proven e-Procurement solutions are now available to all TIPS members without the time and expense of a competitive solicitation.”
eSchoolMall’s Purchasing Solutions Suite and Sourcing Solutions Suite of products are immediately available under the awarded TIPS contract. For more information about the TIPS contract, please contact the eSchoolMall TIPS Sales Executive.
About The Interlocal Purchasing System
TIPS, The Interlocal Purchasing System (www.tips-usa.com), is sponsored by the Region VIII Education Service Center (ESC8) in Mt. Pleasant, Texas and is governed by the Region 8 ESC Board of Directors. The Interlocal Purchasing System is available for use by all public and private schools, colleges, universities, cities, counties, and other government entities in the states of Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas. TIPS Awarded Vendors have submitted proposals from a posted RFP and are competitively awarded contracts accordingly. These Awarded Vendors have agreed to provide the best pricing, terms and conditions available to TIPS Members. The TIPS Program takes PRIDE in providing a purchasing coop where Awarded Vendors and Members both benefit. With a successful award, a vendor can expedite an order for a member because all purchasing requirements are completed during the RFP process. A school district or other TIPS Member can benefit from the cost savings of time and expense in competitively bidding each purchase.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall (www.eschoolmall.com), an ESM Solutions company, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider in the education market. The eSchoolMall solution set includes online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 as one of the fast growing privately held companies in the US and twice by Philadelphia 100 as one of the fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities using its electronic procurement solutions.
Local Government Corporation Partners with eSchoolMall for Electronic Procurement Solutions
eSchoolMall and Local Government Corporation to Integrate e-Procurement with Financial Systems
Columbia, TN and Horsham, PA, November 21, 2008, eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, and Local Government Corporation, a leading computer services firm providing solutions to schools and governments, today announced a technology partnership. Under this new agreement, eSchoolMall e-Procurement solutions will be integrated with Local Government Corporation’s financial systems.
“Local Government Corporation is always seeking new technology that serves our customers,” said Mickey Wilson, President of Local Government Corporation. “eSchoolMall’s proven e-Procurement solutions are one more option available to our financial system customers.” Local Government Corporation financial system customers will now benefit from eSchoolMall’s purchasing and sourcing solutions.
The companies announced that they are integrating eSchoolMall’s easyPurchase™ web-based procurement solution with LGC’s FlexGen™ and Zortec™ financial systems. “We know from experience that capturing transactional information and communicating with general ledger systems satisfies the most critical aspects of financial management,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall.
In addition to its purchasing solutions, eSchoolMall’s sealed bidding and quoting solutions are also included in the agreement with Local Government Corporation. “Our sourcing solutions help schools and governments conform to business rules,” said Corazzi. “These solutions can save real money for LGC customers, that can be returned to under-funded programs.”
eSchoolMall e-Procurement solutions are immediately available to Local Government Corporation customers.
About Local Government Corporation
Local Government Corporation (www.localgovcorp.com), headquartered in Columbia, TN, was established in 1977 as a private, nonprofit corporation, chartered to provide computer services to local government entities. These services are provided on a cost recovery basis, with local governments benefiting from the economies of a large scale computer organization. With the assistance of state agencies, LGC has developed many software applications to meet the management needs and legal requirements of local governments. All software developed at LGC is designed to run on a variety of operating systems. LGC prides itself in providing a total technical solution, including all software, hardware, installation, training and support, web design and network maintenance for its customers. Our objective is to provide quality computer services to local governments at the lowest possible cost.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
MCOECN and eSchoolMall Bring Electronic Procurement Solutions to Ohio Schools
eSchoolMall is now an mc•tsg Certified Business Partner
Archbold, OH and Horsham, PA, August 7, 2008, eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that the mc•tsg, the Technology Solutions Group of the Management Council - Ohio Education Computer Network (MCOECN), has contracted with eSchoolMall to bring electronic procurement solutions to Ohio Schools. Under this agreement, eSchoolMall has been named a “Certified Business Partner” with the Technology Solutions Group of MCOECN. eSchoolMall solutions are available statewide with helpdesk and training from mc•tsg.
“eSchoolMall has been doing business in Ohio for more than eight years,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Over 100 Ohio districts are already benefiting from eSchoolMall e-Procurement solutions.”
“The benefits of e-Procurement in general and eSchoolMall solutions in particular are widely recognized in Ohio schools,” said Duane Baker, Chief Operating Officer of the Technology Solutions Group of MCOECN. “We are pleased to partner with eSchoolMall to bring state-of-the-art e-Procurement solutions to Ohio Public Schools.”
About mc•tsg
The mc•tsg (www.mcoecn.org) is the restructured Technology Solutions Group of the Management Council - Ohio Education Computer Network (MCOECN). The MCOECN acts as a facilitating support agency for the Information Technology Centers (ITC’s) and large urban school districts that comprise the Ohio Education Computer Network (OECN). The mc•tsg is a program of the MCOECN that provides leadership and technical assistance to the Ohio K-12 educational community in the design, implementation, and operation of technology solutions in Ohio schools and the ITC’s.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
eDynaQuote and eSchoolMall Partner for Integrated e-Procurement Solutions Agreement Brings Electronic Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Functionality to Each Partner’s Customers
Erie, PA and Horsham, PA, May 19, 2008, eDynaQuote, a leading provider of strategic sourcing services and eSchoolMall, a leading provider of online procurement solutions, today announced a partnership that strategically aligns each companies’ web-based procurement applications. This partnership was formed to strengthen each company’s offerings so their customers can benefit from the combined solutions.
“We immediately saw the customer benefits of combining our two solution sets,” said Bret Grady, CEO of eDynaQuote. “The companies have already found joint customers for their combined offerings.”
Under the agreement, eDynaQuote’s reverse auction sourcing services and eSchoolMall’s e-Procurement solutions are available to the partner’s customer base. “A shared focus on customer service and enhanced customer solutions led the two companies to form a partnership,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall.
eDynaQuote offers reverse auction sourcing services and procurement consulting for businesses, organizations, and governments. eDynaQuote’s reverse auction platform enables bidders to know immediately where their bids rank and allows them to alter their bids immediately during a sourcing event. It allows buyers to ensure competitiveness and transparency in their procurement process.
The eSchoolMall solution set features purchasing and sourcing tools that save organizations time and money. Through its sealed bidding, request for quote and RFP tools, eSchoolMall brings process management, compliance and savings to its sourcing customers. eSchoolMall also offers a full suite of purchasing tools that bring an organizations vendors, inventory and sourcing results to their users’ desktops.
About eDynaQuote
eDynaQuote (www.edynaquote.com) is an association of procurement consultants and project managers who help companies trim costs and better manage their procurement. We partner with our clients to maximize savings and assist companies to convert their purchasing function into a strategic business function. We create affordable solutions tailored to individual client needs. eDynaQuote was created in 2002 and designed to enable organizations to apply e-business technology to business processes, increase efficiency and become more competitive. In June of 2007, eDynaQuote was purchased by private investors who expanded the strategic sourcing services to include spend analysis, vendor qualification and complete procurement project management. For more information about eDynaQuote, contact Bret Grady, 866-412-7161, bret.grady@edynaquote.com.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
TakeCharge Technologies Partners with eSchoolMall Spend Controls and Visibility Add Significant Value to e-Procurement Solutions to Maximize Budget Dollars and Potential Savings
Reston, VA and Horsham, PA, February 28, 2008, TakeCharge Technologies, the smart spend savings solution, and eSchoolMall, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced a value-added partnership that will positively alter the spend and procurement world. TakeCharge enables all types of entities to gain control of their spend and maximize savings opportunities. eSchoolMall helps these same constituencies save time and money in their purchasing and sourcing processes.
Together, TakeCharge Technologies and eSchoolMall seamlessly manage the entire spend lifecycle, from vendor management and requisitioning through to payment and management of spend. “The eSchoolMall and TakeCharge partnership provides a comprehensive view of the overall purchasing and payment process along with powerful governance, analysis and compliance capabilities,” said Debbie Hamel, President and CEO of TakeCharge Technologies. “Our solution sets merge nicely for the benefit of our customers and their bottom line.”
“Our two companies saw that this complementary technology could really provide benefit,” said Dan Corazzi, President of eSchoolMall. “Both companies bring a service-oriented and customer-focused methodology to the partnership that is also very complementary.”
Procurement data will drive spend management decision-making which, in turn, will drive procurement decisions. Several large public sector agencies have served in an advisory role in the benefit definition process. This input has been invaluable in defining the relationship between TakeCharge Technologies and eSchoolMall.
About TakeCharge Technologies
TakeCharge Technologies optimizes your spend programs immediately by gaining visibility, managing risk and providing control with its ProCharge solution. While augmenting your existing financial, accounting, expense and purchasing systems, ProCharge provides additional profitability painlessly and economically. ProCharge delivers monitoring during the entire spend cycle, ensures alignment with organization policies and compliance, increases profit through unrecognized discounts and rebates in conjunction with spend intelligence that increases financial efficiencies. For more information, please visit www.takechargetech.com or contact Debbie Hamel, TakeCharge Technologies, 877-476-5848 prompt 1 or info@takechargetech.com.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
Two California School Districts Select Windsor Management Group's Infinite Visions® Solution.
Robust Financial Management and Human Resource Software Suite Resonates With Administrators As They Strive To Improve Management of School Business Affairs
TEMPE, Ariz. -- February 14, 2008. Windsor Management Group (WMG) the definitive resource for today's K-12 school business officials, today announced that two California districts selected the compelling Infinite Visions[R] business solution and iVisions™ Web Portal to manage their multifaceted financial and human resource needs. In separate decisions, and after extensive reviews and site visitations, both the Cajon Valley Unified School District's governing board and the Oxnard School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved the purchase of the highly accepted business management tool.
Each district acknowledged that the software suites' robust features and resources would immediately affect their ability to deliver improved decision-making capabilities, overall efficiency, automated online workflow processes, and staff communications across the district. Securing its position as the top choice among the review committee members in both districts was solidified by its fundamental cost-saving features and immediate return on investment-- key factors in these tight economic times.
"After working with an older financial management system for years, we are extremely impressed with the magnitude of options that the Infinite Visions solution offers our district and administrative staff," said Rebecca Williams, business manager, Cajon Valley Unified School District. "We now can offer our end users--principals, office managers and teachers --an array of automatic reporting tools that they can easily retrieve, complete and submit with just a few clicks."
Jim Moranville, assistant superintendent of business and fiscal services for the Oxnard School District added, "Our district administration staff are excited about the acquisition of the Infinite Visions software and are looking forward to embarking on this new collaboration with Windsor Management Group. We believe this solution will lead our staff to increased productivity and improved workflow through a reduction in paper-laden tasks."
The Infinite Visions Enterprise Suite is comprised of financial, purchasing, human resources, payroll, warehouse, fixed assets, and state reporting modules. The iVisions™ Web Portal is an integrated online workflow and employee self-service application which automates workflow and maximizes ease of use. Additionally, Infinite Visions offers integration with third party software to provide enhanced features. The contract awards include the installation of strategic partner software from eSchoolMall® easyPurchase™ and Sourcing Solution Suite for online bid management; and SchoolPay ecommerce payment solution for Web-based payments.
"Both of these districts now have at their disposal a comprehensive solution, one system unifying the complex information and reporting demands that school and district business managers face on a daily basis," said Richard Lessard, vice president of sales and marketing for Windsor Management Group. "We applaud both districts for striving to improve the management of school business affairs and count ourselves honored to be their partners as they implement this advanced enterprise system."
My Payment Network Partners with eSchoolMall to Strengthen District Accounting Practices
May 15, 2007
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CORTE MADERA, Calif. & HORSHAM, Penn. -- My Payment Network, Inc., the leader in K12 electronic payments, and eSchoolMall, the market-leader for online procurement solutions, announced today that they have entered into a strategic partnership to help school administrators meet the increasing demands for more efficient and transparent accounting practices.
Philadelphia 100 Again Recognizes eSchoolMall
Top 100 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies in the Greater Philadelphia Region
Philadelphia, PA, August 24, 2006
The Philadelphia 100®, which honors the fastest growing privately held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region, has recognized eSchoolMall™ for the second year in their list of the top 100. This honor is based on verifiable sales volume and year over year growth, marking eSchoolMall as one of the fastest growing and leading providers of online procurement solutions in 2005 and again in 2006.
Founded in 1988 to publicly identify, recognize and promote young successful companies in the Greater Philadelphia region, the 2006 Philadelphia 100 marks the 18th anniversary of this prestigious event. Through a rigorous nomination process, applications are collected by University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Small Business Development Center. The Wharton Small Business Development Center then validates the application to insure that each company meets all criteria. Once all information is validated, the Wharton Small Business Development Center calculates the growth rates and determines the rankings. The initial Philadelphia 100 list is then reviewed by the Entrepreneurs’ Forum of Greater Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Business Journal.
“eSchoolMall is thrilled by this recognition and congratulates our fellow Philadelphia 100 winners,” stated Andrew Flanagan, Co-Founder and CEO of eSchoolMall. “This is truly a team effort on the part of all eSchoolMall employees and our valued customers.”
About The Philadelphia 100®
For 18 years, the annual Philadelphia 100 has honored the fastest growing 100 privately-held companies in our tri-state area. This event is led by the Entrepreneur's Forum of Greater Philadelphia in conjunction with the Philadelphia Business Journal and the Wharton Small Business Development Center. The purpose of Philadelphia 100 is to highlight the vibrant entrepreneurial community in the Greater Philadelphia Region by recognizing the fastest growing privately held companies.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
eSchoolMall Recognized by Philadelphia 100 Top 100 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies in the Greater Philadelphia Region
Philadelphia, PA, October 28, 2005
The Philadelphia 100®, which honors the fastest growing privately held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region, has recognized eSchoolMall™ as number 21 in their list of the top 100. This honor is based on verifiable sales volume and year over year growth, marking eSchoolMall as one of the fastest growing and leading providers of online procurement solutions.
Founded in 1988 to publicly identify, recognize and promote young successful companies in the Greater Philadelphia region, the 2005 Philadelphia 100 marks the 17th anniversary of this prestigious event. Through a rigorous nomination process, applications are collected by University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Small Business Development Center.
The Wharton Small Business Development Center then validates the application to insure that each company meets all criteria. Once all information is validated, the Wharton Small Business Development Center calculates the growth rates and determines the rankings. The initial Philadelphia 100 list is then reviewed by the Entrepreneurs’ Forum of Greater Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Business Journal.
“eSchoolMall is thrilled by this recognition and congratulate our fellow Philadelphia 100 winners,” stated Andrew Flanagan, Co-Founder and CEO of eSchoolMall. “This is truly a team effort on the part of all eSchoolMall employees and our valued customers.”
About The Philadelphia 100
For 17 years, the annual Philadelphia 100® has honored the fastest growing 100 privately-held companies in our tri-state area. This event is led by the Entrepreneur's Forum of Greater Philadelphia in conjunction with the Philadelphia Business Journal and the Wharton Small Business Development Center. The purpose of Philadelphia 100 is to highlight the vibrant entrepreneurial community in the Greater Philadelphia Region by recognizing the fastest growing privately held companies.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
ESM Solutions Corporation Named a CODiE Award Finalist
Recognition as Best Solution for Education Enterprise
Horsham, PA, February 24, 2006
eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, has been named a finalist for a coveted CODiE award. Sponsored by The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA), the 21st annual CODiE awards remain the standard-bearer for celebrating outstanding achievement and vision in the software, digital content and education technology industries.
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions company, has been nominated in the category Best Solution for Education Enterprise. The Best Solution for Education Enterprise awards the best business management tool that supports education enterprises at pre K-12 or postsecondary levels, including transportation, human resources, security, food services, financial services, data mining, data analysis, network services, special ed funding, IED tracking, etc. This solution, delivered by the Internet or by network, will also best enable data exchange, processing and reporting.
"We founded the Codie Awards 21 years ago so that the pioneers of the then-nascent software industry could evaluate and honor each other’s work," said Ken Wasch, SIIA President. "The Codies have grown along with the markets it represents, and today competition is fiercer than ever. That makes selection as a Codie finalist a true achievement, and all the companies on this year’s list should feel justifiably proud of their recognition."
The 2006 Codie Awards will be presented at a gala event on May 16 at the Westin St. Francis Hotel, San Francisco, CA.
"We are thrilled by this recognition," said Andy Flanagan, Co-Founder and CEO of ESM Solutions Corporation. "We can trace our success to the hard work and dedication of our employees and to our loyal customers."
About SIIA -
The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industry. SIIA provides global services in government relations, business development, corporate education and intellectual property protection to more than 800 leading software and information companies. For further information, visit www.siia.net.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
eSchoolMall Again Recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Top 100 A 2007 "Innovative Supply & Demand Chain Vendor"
Horsham, PA, July 25, 2007
eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that Supply & Demand Chain Executive has again recognized eSchoolMall as part of their annual Supply & Demand Chain Top 100. eSchoolMall was first recognized in the Top 100 in 2003 by iSource magazine, which is now Supply & Demand Chain Executive. Last year, eSchoolMall was recognized as a "Vertically Focused Solution Provider to Watch."
Supply & Demand Chain Executive has identified leading providers of supply chain services and technologies who are at the forefront of innovation. Based on submissions to the "100" from end users and solution providers, the judging committee for the "100," including the editorial staff of the magazine, in conjunction with the editorial advisory board, compiled a list of leading supply and demand chain innovators. According to Supply & Demand Chain Executive, customers use eSchoolMall solutions to “automate traditionally paper-based procurement processes, resulting in public funds saved for use on critical educational programs.”
"We are proud to be part of this impressive list of industry leaders again for 2007," said Andy Flanagan, eSchoolMall Co-Founder and CEO. “eSchoolMall is one of the few companies that focuses on improving the supply chain for schools, providing savings that can be returned to the classroom."
About Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the executive's user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, utilizing hard-hitting analysis, viewpoints and unbiased case studies to steer executives and supply management professionals through the complicated, yet critical, world of supply and demand chain enablement to gain competitive advantage. See the Top 100 article on the Web at www.sdcexec.com.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
eSchoolMall Recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Top 100 A 2006 "Vertically Focused Solution Provider to Watch"
Horsham, PA, July 18, 2006
eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, today announced that Supply & Demand Chain Executive has recognized eSchoolMall as part of their annual Supply & Demand Chain Top 100. For 2006, eSchoolMall is a Supply & Demand Chain Executive "Vertically Focused Solution Provider to Watch". eSchoolMall was previously recognized as one of the Top 100 firms in 2003.
The 2006 Top 100 features a list of enablers who have implemented innovative projects to help their customers in specific industry segments achieve new levels of supply chain performance. According to Supply & Demand Chain Executive, eSchoolMall stands out for its pioneering approach to supply chain challenges in the education industry.
"We are proud to be part of this impressive list of industry leaders," said Andy Flanagan, eSchoolMall Co-Founder and CEO. "eSchoolMall is one of the few companies that focuses on improving the supply chain for schools, providing savings that can be returned to the classroom".
About Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Supply & Demand Chain Executive (formerly iSource Business), www.sdcexec.com, is the only magazine holistically covering the end-to-end supply and demand chain, providing original intelligence and actionable information to executives and management professionals at midsize to large enterprises that are enabling their supply and demand chains for competitive advantage. Our print and online articles reflect the voice and perspective of supply and demand chain leaders who can provide practical insights into successful process changes and new technologies.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
eSchoolMall Recognized as an iSource Business Top 100 Company Enabling organization for "innovative enterprise solutions"
Horsham, PA, June 18, 2003
eSchoolMall™, the leading single-source provider of online procurement solutions for K-12 schools, has been recognized by iSource Business Magazine for its innovative enterprisewide solutions and services. iSource Business announced the first iSource 100 in 2000, recognizing companies that lead the way in helping transform their customer's supply and demand chains.
To achieve this recognition, eSchoolMall completed a rigorous selection process conducted by the iSource organization. The selection process began with an identification of the solutions and services offered by eSchoolMall and our commitment to continuous improvement and customer service. iSource conducted follow-up interviews with eSchoolMall customers who had benefited from our solutions over the past six to twelve months. iSource Business then selected eSchoolMall as a 2003 iSource 100 innovator, based on both eSchoolMall and customer input.
"We are very honored to receive this recognition from iSource Business”, said Andy Flanagan, CEO and co-founder of eSchoolMall. “It confirms what our customers have already recognized - eSchoolMall's dedication to customer needs and our unique electronic solutions to make their procurement and sourcing processes more effective and efficient."
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.
eSchoolMall Named EdNET Pioneer Award Recognizes Contribution Towards Education Market Growth
Horsham, PA, September 13, 2005
eSchoolMall™, the leading provider of online procurement solutions for schools, announced that it has received the prestigious EdNET Pioneer Award. The EdNET Pioneer Award recognizes eSchoolMall’s significant contribution to the growth of the market for educational technology during the previous year.
This award recognizes eSchoolMall’s contribution towards the growth of the electronic procurement market in K-12, a market that did not exist prior to 1996. Through a rigorous nomination and evaluation process, the EdNET judges found that eSchoolMall has created a “niche offering, or category within the industry by developing a significant new product or service and is attracting buyers/adopters in a way that represents a new opportunity for others in the industry.” eSchoolMall has also changed the market size of a segment of the educational technology industry and has assisted in creating legislation affecting educational technology.
Andy Flanagan, Co-Founder and CEO of eSchoolMall, accepted the award of behalf of all eSchoolMall employees. “This is a particularly meaningful award,” stated Andy, “because it is a recognition of the hard work that eSchoolMall has put into this market since our founding in 1999.” eSchoolMall also recognizes and congratulates the other finalists for the EdNET Pioneer Award, Sun Academic Initiative from Sun Microsystems and Wireless Generation.
About EdNET
The EdNET Conference is produced by The Heller Reports. Each year The Heller Reports gathers the industry together to network, identify hot business opportunities, and discuss what's ahead for the market. Sessions focus on interpreting and forecasting trends, dialoging with key educational leaders, and networking. The Heller Reports is a part of QED, Quality Education Data (www.qeddata.com), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Scholastic Inc. (www.scholastic.com), the global children’s publishing and media company. Since 1981, QED has been an industry leader in providing marketing, consulting, and list services to the education marketplace.
About eSchoolMall
eSchoolMall, an ESM Solutions product suite, is the leading Internet-based procurement solution provider for School Districts. eSchoolMall products include online procurement tools that connect schools with their preferred vendors. eSchoolMall has been recognized by EdNET as their 2005 Pioneer Award winner and by Philadelphia 100 as one of the 100 fastest growing, privately-held companies in the Greater Philadelphia region. eSchoolMall's core purpose is to apply technology, saving time and money that schools can reallocate to already under-funded student programs, to make it easier for schools to go about the business of education. eSchoolMall has over 4,000 educational entities in 21 states using its electronic procurement solutions.
If you are a member of the press and would like additional information, please feel free to contact our marketing and public relations department at press@eschoolmall.com or toll free at (877) 969-7246.