2008-05-29 13:01:19 -
www.ultimatesoftware.com - Ultimate Software (Nasdaq: ULTI), a leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, announced today that its new UltiPro Workplace solution was named a finalist in two categories, "Best New Product or Service" in Computer Software and "Best New Product or Service" in the broad Other category by the American Business Awards in its
Stevie Award competition. More than 2,600 entries from companies of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration in more than 40 categories.
In 2007, Ultimate Software began broad distribution of UltiPro Workplace, a subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution for companies with 200-700 employees that bundles a set of shared services. UltiPro Workplace provides a comprehensive set of tools for basic business functions - including human resources management, payroll processing, benefits administration, employee communication, and talent management - all accessed through a simple, intuitive Web portal. There is no special hardware required and no complex onsite implementation since the solution setup is done through the SaaS model. It is a systematic service approach that enables smaller companies to benefit from economies of scale and adopt advanced technologies that previously only very large companies could afford.
The American Business Awards are the only national, all-encompassing awards program honoring great performances in business.
Stevie Award winners will be announced during the annual gala on Thursday, June 12 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. More than 600 executives from across the U.S.A. are expected to attend. The ceremonies will be broadcast on radio nationwide by the Business TalkRadio Network and hosted by Liz Claman of FOX Business Network.
Members of the Awards' Board of Distinguished Judges & Advisors and their staffs will select Stevie Award winners from among Finalists in final judging during the week of May 19. Finalists were chosen by business professionals nationwide during preliminary judging in April through early May.
About Ultimate Software
A leading provider of end-to-end strategic human resources, payroll, and talent management solutions, Ultimate Software markets its award-winning UltiPro products as on-demand services through its software-as-a-service (SaaS) offering, Intersourcing, and as licensed software. Based in Weston, FL, the Company employs approximately 800 professionals who are focused on developing the highest quality products and services. In January 2008, Ultimate Software was the first HR/payroll SaaS provider to be audited and awarded the ISO/IEC 27001:2005 Certification for security management. The Company's internal technology team won a first place award for its management of Intersourcing from the American Business Awards in 2007, and its customer service team won two first-place awards for service excellence in 2006, one from the Service & Support Professionals Association and another from the American Business Awards. Ultimate Software was ranked #3 on the 2006 and 2007 lists of the Best Medium-Sized Companies to Work For in America by the Great Place to Work Institute, and has approximately 1,600 customers representing diverse industries, including such organizations as The Container Store, Elizabeth Arden, Major League Baseball, The New York Yankees Baseball Team, Nintendo of America, Ruth's Chris Steak House, and Sony BMG Entertainment. More information on Ultimate Software's products and services can be found at www.ultimatesoftware.com.
UltiPro and Intersourcing are registered trademarks of The Ultimate Software Group, Inc. All other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners.
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