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Tormach, US-Based CNC Machine and Industrial Robot Manufacturer, Earns Prestigious Inc. 5000 List Recognition


Tormach, a leading innovator in CNC machine manufacturing, is thrilled to announce its inclusion in the highly esteemed Inc. 5000 list for 2023. This remarkable achievement showcases Tormach’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustained growth in the ever-evolving manufacturing industry.

The Inc. 5000 list, published annually by Inc. Magazine, ranks the fastest-growing privately held companies in the United States. Tormach’s inclusion in this prestigious list reaffirms its position as a market leader, demonstrating its commitment to providing cutting-edge CNC machining solutions and exceptional customer service.

“We are honored to be recognized by Inc. Magazine and to join the ranks of the nation’s most successful and dynamic companies,” said Daniel Rogge, Chief Executive Officer of Tormach. “This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, who have continually pushed the boundaries of innovation to deliver affordable and accessible CNC machine and robot technology to schools, hobbyists, researchers, small businesses, and industry partners.”

Tormach’s journey to the Inc. 5000 list has been marked by a series of milestones in recent years, including successful launches such as PathPilot Hub, Tormach’s cloud-based version of its free control software, the 1100MX CNC Mill and the ZA6 Industrial Robot . With a focus on empowering machinists, researchers, educators, and small manufacturers, Tormach has consistently provided accessible and affordable solutions that drive creativity, efficiency, and productivity.

Darcy Johnson, Chief Financial Officer of Tormach, also commented on this significant achievement, saying, “Our inclusion in the Inc. 5000 list reflects not only our company’s financial growth but also the strategic business decisions we’ve made to drive our expansion including the recent acquisition of Insofos, a manufacturing, engineering services and consulting firm based in Mexico.”

Inclusion in the Inc. 5000 list underscores Tormach’s commitment to fostering growth, not only within the company but also in the communities it serves. Tormach remains dedicated to creating jobs, fostering talent, and contributing to the advancement of manufacturing technology.

“We believe that our success is tied to the success of our customers and the broader manufacturing ecosystem,” added Daniel Rogge. “As we celebrate this milestone, we remain steadfast in our mission to empower individuals, schools, and businesses with the machining tools they need to shape the future.”

For more information about Tormach and its range of CNC solutions, please visit Tormach.com

More about Tormach:

Located in Madison, Wisconsin USA, Tormach Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is dedicated to providing exceptionally engineered products, technical support, and customer service at the lowest possible cost. Our focus is to help our customers realize goals in CNC by providing tools and resources to help transform concepts into real products.

Whether you are involved in research and development, education, short run production, or simply an entrepreneur with an idea, Tormach small CNC products will allow you to make what you need easier, quicker, and more affordably. For more information, visit www.Tormach.com

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

About Inc.

Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

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SupplyPro Announces Publishing of its White Paper The Benefits of Working with an Independent Industrial Vending Supplier in a Predominantly Vertically Integrated Market


The white paper delves into the unique advantages that businesses can gain by partnering with an independent industrial vending supplier.

It highlights the following key benefits:

  1. Diverse Product Portfolio: Unlike vertically integrated suppliers, which may prioritize their own product lines, independent vending suppliers offer a wide range of products from various brands. This ensures access to the best-suited solutions tailored to specific needs.
  2. Tailored Solutions: Independent suppliers have the flexibility to customize vending solutions to align with individual business requirements, providing flexibility and scalability for diverse operations.
  3. Unbiased Consultation: Independent suppliers provide unbiased advice, as they are not tied to specific products or corporate parents. This empowers businesses to make well-informed decisions based on their unique needs and budget.
  4. Personalized Support: Independent vendors prioritize personalized customer support, fostering strong partnerships and delivering responsive assistance whenever needed.
  5. Competitive Pricing: Leveraging their networks and expertise, independent suppliers offer competitive pricing without compromising on product quality or service.
  6. Availability of a Full Functional Suite of Tools: Independent vending suppliers offer a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses.

The white paper includes real-world case studies and testimonials from businesses that have reaped the benefits of partnering with an independent industrial vending supplier. While results may vary based on individual circumstances, the common thread among these success stories is the enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and improved supply chain management achieved through collaboration. 
Floyd Miller, CEO at SupplyPro, Inc., said, “This white paper reviews some of the challenges manufacturers may face when working with a manufacturer or distributor-owned vendor company. We are committed to providing our customers with unbiased solutions.”

The white paper is available for download on the SupplyPro website –https://www.supplypro.com/Documents/View/The Benefits of Working with an Independent Vending Supplier.pdf. For more information about SupplyPro’s industrial vending solutions and how they can benefit your business, please contact Marcy Rivard at 858-587-6403 or [email protected].

SupplyPro is a leading independent provider of industrial vending solutions, offering cutting-edge technology and tailored services to streamline procurement processes for businesses across various industries. With a focus on customer success and supply chain optimization, SupplyPro is dedicated to helping organizations achieve operational excellence.

For more information on SupplyPro’s products, please visit http://www.supplypro.com or reach out to [email protected] or call 858-587-6400.

DOWNLOAD THE WHITE PAPER
https://www.supplypro.com/Documents/View/The Benefits of Working with an Independent Vending Supplier.pdf

About SupplyPro
Headquartered in San Diego, California, SupplyPro provides the leading end-to-end inventory management platform, leveraging the most advanced big data analytics techniques to dramatically transform the industrial distribution and manufacturing industries. The SupplyPro platform combines the power and flexibility of cloud and mobile solutions with the industry’s first modular, IoT-enabled smart inventory control system.

More than 1.5 million monthly users, from manufacturing environments to aircraft hangars and high-tech cleanrooms, rely on the SupplyPro platform to increase efficiencies, profitability, and competitiveness. SupplyPro has collected and analyzed inventory data from over a trillion transactions for nearly three decades, giving the company the ability to deliver business intelligence and insights for inventory management. For more information visit: http://www.supplypro.com/.

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Smith to Exhibit at Electronica India 2023


Smith representatives will be available in hall 5, booth ED95 to discuss the company’s comprehensive service options, commitment to quality, and flexible excess inventory solutions.

“In the midst of ongoing geopolitical tensions, India has cemented its growing presence in the technology sphere,” said Nikhil. “We look forward to building upon the top-tier support we continue to offer our customers in India and cultivating strategic partnerships with new players entering this key market.”

WHAT: Electronica India 2023
WHEN: Wednesday, September 13Friday, September 15, 2023
WHERE: Smith Exhibition Showcase, Hall 5, Booth ED95
Bangalore International Exhibition Centre
10th Mile, Tumkur Main Road
Bangalore, Karnataka, IN 562 123

About Smith

Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. In 20 cities around the world, Smith’s legion of employees communicates in 50 languages and dialects and buys and sells components 24 hours per day, generating global annual sales in excess of $4.7 billion in 2022. Smith is always moving: helping manufacturers navigate market shifts; customizing supply chain solutions; testing components using cutting-edge technology. The support of Smith’s flexible Intelligent Distribution™ model optimizes customers’ supply chains from beginning to end, including offering customized options for IT asset disposition that deliver maximum ROI, sustainability, and security. Smith’s testing and logistics hubs in Houston, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, and Singapore cover critical areas like quality management, counterfeit prevention, and environmental safety. Smith’s operations, purchasing, and sales worldwide are seamlessly integrated with the company’s global IT infrastructure, offering real-time, global inventory and logistics visibility. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks number six among all global distributors. For more information, please visit http://www.smithweb.com or reach out to a Smith representative any time of day at +1 713.430.3000.

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PREDICTif Solutions Attains AWS (Amazon Web Services) Advanced Tier Services Partner Status, Reinforcing Market Leadership and Commitment to Customer Success


“This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team, as well as the trust and support of our valued clients. We remain committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and achieving joint success with AWS, ” Jeff Huang, CEO at PREDICTif Solutions.

This achievement confirms PREDICTif Solutions as an exceptional choice for organizations seeking best-in-class analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence solutions on the AWS platform. Customers can confidently choose PREDICTif Solutions, knowing they are partnering with an industry leader recognized for its excellence.

“We’re excited about the value this achievement brings to our clients,” added Todd Perrine, Chief Revenue Officer. “With our AWS Advanced Tier status, we can provide our customers with greater access to resources, expertise, and unique investment programs.

PREDICTif Solutions’ attainment of AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner status signifies more than just recognition—it embodies a promise to its customers, employees, and partners.

About PREDICTif Solutions

PREDICTif Solutions is a leading provider of advanced analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence solutions, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results for clients. As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, PREDICTif is dedicated to innovation, customer success, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within the cloud computing landscape. With an unwavering focus on excellence, PREDICTif empowers organizations to achieve their goals through cutting-edge technology and transformative solutions.

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SetSail Introduces Partner Program with Free Tool That Helps Salesforce Agencies Accelerate Pipeline


The CRM Health Grader finds and scores prospects’ biggest sales data challenges so they can prioritize their most pressing sales data issues. SetSail partner agencies are uniquely positioned to help solve the data gaps exposed by the CRM Health Grader, helping them accelerate their service offerings.

“My experience with SetSail’s CRM Health Grader has been very positive. It’s effortless to run, and the visualizations make it easy to digest. In fact, I find it more user-friendly than alternatives,” said Chris Fezza, CEO of Admin Within. “It can work as a jumping-off point to larger discussions around data quality work that may be needed, because without good data, how can a company make good decisions?”

By partnering with SetSail, agencies receive:

  • A unique, branded version of the CRM Health Grader.
  • Marketing materials and onboarding support to get up and running fast.
  • Priority in co-marketing activities, like features and backlinks in the SetSail newsletter and blog.

“SetSail’s CRM Health Grader is a perfect way to engage our existing and new customers in a real conversation about how to tangibly improve their CRM,” said Nate Strong, Founder & CEO of StrongCRM. “The insights that it provides are key to starting off client engagements on the right foot and gives us a glimpse into pain points that our clients may be experiencing.”

Request access to SetSail’s Partner Program here.

About SetSail

SetSail helps revenue teams do what wins. Leaders can see every rep activity, know what’s effective, and drive behaviors that accelerate growth. SetSail enables large and fast-growing revenue organizations to improve rep performance.

SetSail was recently named one of G2’s Top 50 sales products of 2023. SetSail is also consistently recognized in G2’s Vendor Reports with 6 straight “Easiest To Do Business With” badges.

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CIBO Impact Selected as the Winner of the AI-based AgTech Platform of the Year Award


Conducted by AgTech Breakthrough, CIBO Technologies received the top spot from more than 1,750 nominations worldwide

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — CIBO Technologies, the company delivering the only complete sustainability platform serving the food and ag value chain, today is honored to announce CIBO Impact has won the AI-based AgTech Platform of the Year award in the 2023 AgTech Breakthrough Awards.

Conducted by AgTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies, and products in the global AgTech market today, CIBO Technologies received the top spot from more than 1,750 nominations worldwide.

CIBO addresses the challenges of managing sustainability programs at scale for our customers. CIBO Impact is a comprehensive, science-based software platform enabling companies to develop, deliver and scale grower-facing sustainability programs efficiently. This award honors our advanced, science-based ecosystem modeling, AI-enhanced computer vision, and the most complete programs engine to connect growers, enterprises and supply chain ecosystems.

“CIBO is thrilled to receive an AgTech Breakthrough Award for the third year in a row for our industry-leading technology platform,” said Dan Ryan, CIBO CEO. “This recognition is a testament to how CIBO Impact is transforming the future of regenerative agriculture by helping our customers design and deploy sustainable programs.”

About CIBO

Founded by Flagship Pioneering in 2015, CIBO applies advanced software to deliver a deep understanding of agricultural systems at scale. We focus on delivering solutions that drive regenerative agriculture in order to help to mitigate climate change, advance food system resilience, and improve grower outcomes. CIBO is a 2021 Fast Company World Changing Ideas Awards finalist and was named 2022 AgTech Breakthrough “AI-based AgTech Company of the Year.” Learn more at cibotechnologies.com.

About AgTech Breakthrough

Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the AgTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in agricultural technologies, services, companies and products. The AgTech Breakthrough Awards program provides a forum for public recognition around the achievements of AgTech companies and solutions in categories including farm management, indoor farming, automation, IoT and robotics, food quality, analytics and more. For more information visit AgTechBreakthrough.com.

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Virtual CIO Services Enhance Security While Driving Performance and Innovation


“Many organizations need additional resources or expertise to effectively manage their IT infrastructure and address cybersecurity threats, compliance requirements, scalability issues, and digital transformation initiatives,” stated Jennifer Mazzanti, CEO, eMazzanti Technologies. “Virtual CIO services help business leaders overcome these challenges to meet strategic goals.”

Below are a few excerpts from the article, “Virtual CIO Services Enhance Security While Driving Performance and Innovation.”

Improve IT Infrastructure and Performance

“One primary motivation for hiring a vCIO stems from the need to optimize IT operations. A vCIO will begin by assessing the current state of the organization’s IT systems, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement. They will then design and implement solutions that align with the organization’s goals and budget.”

“In some cases, an organization will hire a vCIO to implement and manage specific IT projects. For example, a vCIO might come on board to guide a Microsoft 365 migration or build an information governance framework.”

Enhance Security and Compliance Posture

“Another key reason organizations bring on a vCIO involves the need to improve security and maintain regulatory compliance. A vCIO will assess current IT security risks and evaluate regulatory compliance.”

Leverage IT for Innovation and Growth

“Forward thinking companies recognize the central role IT plays in driving innovation and improving productivity. By providing insights and recommendations tailored to specific business goals, a vCIO can help the business gain a strategic advantage over the competition.”

eMazzanti Technologies Virtual CIO Services

For small to mid-size businesses or for special projects, a vCIO provides strategic guidance and support that is both affordable and customized to business needs. With decades of proven expertise, on-demand services, and a customized roadmap, eMazzanti vCIO services combine high-quality IT support with reduced IT cost.

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About eMazzanti Technologies

eMazzanti’s team of trained, certified IT experts rapidly deliver increased revenue growth, data security and productivity for clients ranging from law firms to high-end global retailers, expertly providing advanced business cyber security, retail and payment technology, digital marketing services, AI, cloud and mobile solutions, multi-site implementations, 24×7 outsourced network management, remote monitoring, and support.

eMazzanti’s consistent growth landed them on the Inc. 5000 list 9X. Recognized as a 4X Microsoft Partner of the Year, the #1 ranked NYC area MSP, NJ Business of the Year, and 5X WatchGuard Partner of the Year, the company excels as a trusted outsourced IT partner! Contact: 1-866-362-9926, [email protected] or http://www.emazzanti.net Twitter: @emazzanti Facebook: Facebook.com/emazzantitechnologies. 

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UT Health San Antonio, 7 collaborators garner $46 million from NIH to move discoveries into practice


A key focus will be reducing health disparities among Mexican Americans, active military personnel and veterans.

William L. Henrich, MD, MACP, president of UT Health San Antonio, announced the funding from the NIH Clinical and Translational Science Awards (CTSA) Program today. Henrich thanked partners including The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School and College of Pharmacy, The University of Texas at San Antonio and the Texas Biomedical Research Institute for supporting the CTSA application. NIH’s National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) is the awarding agency.

The San Antonio Metropolitan Health District, San Antonio Military Health System, South Texas Veterans Health Care System and University Health are additional collaborators. “This is a consortium of talented individuals at significant institutions working together to ensure that, in the future, society will be transformed through clinical advances,” Henrich said.

Sizable impact

UT Health San Antonio, the coordinating center for the South-Central Texas CTSA Program hub, first gained CTSA funding in 2008 and successfully competed for grant renewals in 2013 and 2018. Combining the previous CTSA awards and supplements with the new grants, the cumulative NIH investment in South and Central Texas through the CTSA program is projected to reach $126 million by 2030.

“Translational research has tended to focus on a particular disease, such as diabetes or lupus, and ask specific questions about causes, outcomes or interventions. With this new award, we will ask broader questions about clinical translational science, such as how to push ideas along toward national application in the clinic more quickly and effectively,” said Robert A. Clark, MD, professor of medicine and director of the Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science (IIMS), which administers the CTSA Program hub at UT Health San Antonio and interacts with the regional collaborators.

Removing barriers

“The goal will be to remove barriers that currently hinder the translation of scientific discoveries into new therapies for incurable diseases,” said Robert A. Hromas, MD, FACP, dean of the Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio and vice president for medical affairs. “Securing CTSA funding for a fourth time is an extraordinary accomplishment for this team of experts in our region.”

“Translational science is about accelerating innovation to impact health, which will reduce disease and improve health,” said Jennifer Sharpe Potter, PhD, MPH, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and vice president for research, UT Health San Antonio. “After 15 years of continuous funding, the additional seven years of NCATS funding reflects the quality of work conducted at UT Health San Antonio with our partners and collaborators and permits us to explore and develop strategies for the most critical challenges impacting health in South and Central Texas.”

Working side by side with communities

Seeking ways to reduce health disparities is a central theme of the South-Central Texas CTSA Program hub. Community engagement is crucial for this activity.

“We care so deeply about the South Texas community. Our researchers will work side by side with community members to plan future health programs and share scientific innovations in a way that is equitable, culturally tailored, actionable and reflective of local needs. The community voice will be omnipresent as we work together to reduce health disparities and build health equity,” said Amelie G. Ramirez, DrPH, MPH, professor and chair of population health sciences in the Long School of Medicine. She directs the Institute for Health Promotion Research and is associate director of cancer outreach and engagement at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio.

“This is a unique opportunity to truly engage the community to identify needs and build responsive health research, programs and communications that will make a difference in the lives of South Texans and serve as a model for other communities with large Latino populations,” Ramirez added.

Pilot grants

The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science has offered pilot project awards since the first CTSA grant in 2008, typically $50,000 for one-year projects. The new expanded grant funding through 2030 will enable larger pilot projects supported over a couple of years at $125,000 to $150,000, said Kenneth M. Hargreaves, DDS, PhD, professor and chair of endodontics in the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry.

“These pilot grant awards are critical to developing the next generation of clinical translational scientists in South and Central Texas,” Hargreaves said. “The grants are specifically in the area of clinical translational science and ask how we can get answers more quickly and push ideas forward more effectively.”

Hargreaves, Potter, Ramirez and Clark together form the Multiple Principal Investigator group, which comprises the leadership of the UT Health San Antonio CTSA program.

Important partners

The inclusion of UT Austin, UTSA and Texas Biomed into the South-Central Texas CTSA Program hub is critical because their combined record of NIH grant support moved up the funding level by about $1 million a year compared with the amount that UT Health San Antonio would otherwise have received, Clark said.

“These partners provide input to our leadership and in some cases serve as co-leaders of one or another of the CTSA components,” Clark said. “They also are a source of talented students and junior faculty for the training and career development portions of the CTSA.”

The South-Central Texas hub recently received notice of T32 training grant funding and a K12 Mentored Career Development Award. These NCATS grants will enhance the hub’s educational offerings.

Degree programs

The Institute for Integration of Medicine & Science also runs a pair of degree programs in concert with UT Health San Antonio’s Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. These are the Master of Science in Clinical Investigation (MSCI) program and the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Translational Science program. Shorter, topic-related certificates are offered through the MSCI program, including in cancer prevention and data science.

The community engagement function includes translational advisory boards, which are county-level groups of stakeholders who meet monthly or quarterly to discuss unmet local health needs. The CTSA Program hub also supports practice-based research networks in which research questions emanate from observations made in physician, dentist and other practitioner offices.

About 60 biomedical research institutions across the nation currently receive CTSA funding. “We are glad to be part of NCATS’ vision for how the health and well-being of America can be improved through translational science and community engagement,” Hromas said.

Unique in Texas

UT Health San Antonio is currently the only academic medical center in Texas to have each of these recognitions: 1) Clinical and Translational Science Award, 2) National Institute on Aging-designated Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer’s and Neurodegenerative Diseases in collaboration with UT Rio Grande Valley), and 3) National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center (Mays Cancer Center, home to UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson).

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio), a primary driver for San Antonio’s $44.1 billion health care and biosciences sector, is the largest academic research institution in South Texas with an annual research portfolio of more than $360 million. Driving substantial economic impact with its six professional schools, a diverse workforce of 7,900, an annual operating budget of $1.23 billion and clinical practices that provide 2.6 million patient visits each year, UT Health San Antonio plans to add more than 1,500 higher-wage jobs over the next five years to serve San Antonio, Bexar County and South Texas. To learn about the many ways “We make lives better®,” visit UTHealthSA.org.

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VAI and Fortra Strengthen Key Partnership to Bring Automation Solutions to Global Customers


VAI and Fortra leverage solutions to improve infrastructure, document management, and workflow automation

RONKONKOMA, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ronkonkoma, N.Y.Aug 23, 2023VAI, a leading ERP software provider, announced today an integration with Fortra’s Webdocs document management and workflow automation solution. The integration provides customers with many new capabilities including document management, automated invoice capture, data extraction and document retrieval, intelligent forms, and workflow automation.

VAI and Fortra, formerly HelpSystems, a global leader in automation and cybersecurity solutions, have been business partners since 2017 with a focus on serving distributors, manufacturers, and retailers in the hard goods, food, and pharmaceutical industries. The documentation requirements in these industries are vast and continually creating ways to keep track of documents is a critical need for VAI and Fortra customers. By gaining automated capabilities from Fortra within VAI S2K Enterprise, customers can streamline operations and improve efficiency by eliminating manual and paper processes and instead relying on digital documentation, automation, and security.

“Fortra has been a fantastic strategic partner for VAI, as they provide the automated workflow and document management solutions that our customers need to improve efficiency across the organization,” said Maggie Kelleher, Director of Sales at VAI. “Customers today are facing immense challenges, from staffing changes to the rapid pace of digitization. With VAI and Fortra, companies can leverage cloud-based ERP technology that enables them to better anticipate consumer needs and securely streamline internal processes to improve productivity and scale the business.”

Fortra’s document management solutions integrated with S2K Enterprise feature automated invoice capture and data extraction to avoid manually entering information from invoices. Direct document retrieval with S2K Enterprise creates a platform to search for documents and information. By combining this technology with VAI ERP, retrieving data for customers creates a seamless workflow.

“The automated invoice capture and data extraction integration with VAI S2K Enterprise makes it easier for customers to not only securely access information but eliminate the manual document capture and data entry process, therefore bringing efficiencies and improving processing speed while ensuring the security of approvals and document access,” said Mike Long, Account Executive at Fortra. “Eliminating manual entry, the VAI and Fortra partnership allows customers to streamline processes with more accuracy and efficiency, especially during a time when businesses need ways to boost productivity and enhance collaboration between remote and internal workforce.”

One customer benefiting from the collaboration is Barnwell House of Tires. When the company quickly grew its business, adding four new locations overnight, the influx of paperwork overwhelmed this commercial tire business’ accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) resources. They needed an easy-to-use document management solution, integrated with VAI’s ERP software, to quickly meet the doubling of invoices and payables. They maximized their ROI by rolling the Fortra Webdocs solution out to other departments, starting with human resources. Now the entire AP and AR documentation is accessible across the organization from capture to retrieval and invoices, orders, and quotes are optimized and digitized for easy retrieval. “The solution’s recall ability saves a ton of time on the AP side and AR is blown away at how easy it is to recall information they need quickly and easily,” said Dan Beyer, CIO at Barnwell House of Tires.

The integration of S2K Enterprise aids companies with compliance and regulation matters in real-time updates in addition to audit and version control, keeping records of historical and updated versions of documents, and controlling document access via permission/authority rights. Electronic approvals create an efficient digital process and eliminate physical paperwork boosting sustainability efforts and providing ways to help your employees be more efficient.

“Every business is unique and has different processes,” said Long. “The key to our combined solution is the flexibility to work with customer’s processes while streamlining the data ingestion into VAI’s ERP and securely organizing the documents for quick and easy retrieval.”

Companies facing challenges with rapid growth, mergers and acquisitions, heavy manual processes, and lack of standardized document management and/or processes see the most improvement when integrating these solutions into their business model.

To learn more, visit http://www.vai.net and http://www.fortra.com.

About Fortra

Fortra is a cybersecurity and automation company like no other. We’re creating a simpler, stronger future for our customers. Our trusted experts and portfolio of integrated, scalable solutions bring balance and control to organizations around the world. We’re the positive changemakers and your relentless ally to provide peace of mind through every step of your cybersecurity and automation journey. Learn more at fortra.com.

About VAI

VAI is a leading independent mid-market ERP software developer renowned for its flexible solutions and ability to automate critical business functions for the distribution, manufacturing, retail, and service sectors. VAI’s software solutions are backed by a wealth of experience and a reputation for excellence that countless companies rely on. With specific ERP solutions for hard goods, food, and pharmaceutical companies, VAI has helped some of the most recognized companies address key industry requirements and deliver bottom-line results. VAI continues to innovate with new solutions that leverage business intelligence, analytics, mobility, and cloud technology to help customers make more informed business decisions and empower their mobile workforce. For more information, visit http://www.vai.net.

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TechnologyAdvice Ranks No. 1,671 On INC. 5000 2023 Fastest Growing Private Companies In America


Inc. revealed that TechnologyAdvice ranks No.1,671 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Inc. revealed that TechnologyAdvice ranks No.1,671 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

“It’s an honor to make the Inc. 5000 list for the seventh time. This recognition is the result of hard work from our team members around the world,” said Rob Bellenfant, Founder and CEO of TechnologyAdvice. “Despite challenging global economic conditions, TA continues its mission to create opportunities for our customers, employees, and communities across the globe.”

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, go to www.inc.com/inc5000. The top 500 companies are featured in the September issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 23.

“Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic,” says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. “To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future.”

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