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Net at Work Enters into a New Partnership with Ascent Business Systems, Inc.

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NEW YORK (October 21, 2019) – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced a formal strategic alliance with Ascent Business Systems Inc., a highly reputable business and accounting software firm. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Ascent Business Systems, a provider of Sage 100 / Sage 50 software and a developer of a fully integrated Field Service Management Solution providing solutions for small to mid-sized service enterprises in Texas and throughout north America.

The combination of Ascent Business Systems’ Sage software expertise and local presence, along with Net at Work’s breadth of solutions and national coverage, ensures that Net at Work can expand the support they deliver to their Texas area clients by leveraging the “feet on the street” of a local trusted Alliance Partner.

At the same time Ascent Business Systems’ clients will benefit from access to Net at Work’s award-winning team of 250+ delivering a complete range of technologies and services to help them grow their business, including: an expanded portfolio of ERP/Accounting and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, as well as access to extended solutions and services including HR/Payroll, document management, eCommerce, Credit Card Processing, and Cloud / Managed IT services.

For more information on Ascent Business Systems, please visit their website: http://www.ascent-sys.com

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Net at Work Partners with Cloud-Based Criterion to Provide a Complete Portfolio of HCM Solutions

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NEW YORK, NY – October 3, 2019 — Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced a partnership with Criterion, a developer of cloud-based human capital management solutions that address every facet of the employment lifecycle, and are built on a single, unified database. Criterion’s HCM platform enables organizations to streamline and automate their labor-intensive, time-consuming HCM tasks and processes: benefits administration, payroll, applicant tracking, performance reviews and time and attendance. Criterion offers smooth integration with existing systems, as well as the flexibility, ease-of-use and administration of a true SaaS platform.

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“Our clients have been asking for a cloud-based HCM solution that met their evolving needs, and after a thorough review we determined that Criterion offered the right combination of flexibility and functionality to more efficiently manage – and optimize – workforces of all sizes,” said Mark Dresser, Employer Solutions Practice Leader at Net at Work. “Criterion’s platform tightly integrates HR and payroll modules that eliminate dual entry and facilitates the smooth flow of data for improved analytics capabilities – all within an easy-to-administer and use cloud framework, which is what today’s businesses are demanding. Criterion is committed to developing a process for the quick implementation of enhancements and features to meet our client’s needs, making them the ideal partner in rounding out our portfolio of HCM solutions.”

“The combination of Criterion’s advanced HCM solution and Net at Work’s team of knowledgeable consultants enable us to deliver an established alternative to organizations seeking a modern approach to human capital management,” said Criterion CSO Steven Kuhn. “We look forward to working with Net at Work in providing a solution that simplifies all aspects of workforce management and enables them to focus on their core competencies in achieving their business objectives.”

The partnership with Criterion is in line with Net at Work’s overall cloud strategy: enabling each client to migrate their business technology to the cloud where they can realize the benefits of less administration, greater flexibility and more reliable performance.

About Net at Work
Net at Work provides their clients and Alliance Partner clients, with the vision, leadership and support of a “Virtual CIO.” This allows them to focus on their core competencies knowing they can fully rely on Net at Work to implement technology solutions that unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success.

With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 organizations in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core organizational objectives. Their comprehensive range of services and solutions include ERP, CRM, Employer Solutions, eCommerce, Payments, to Cloud and IT Managed Services. From the company’s founding in 1996, Net at Work has garnered wide industry recognition as problem-solvers and promise-keepers, which are the foundational principles on which all their client relationships are based, and that their clients say they value the most. For more information, visit www.netatwork.com.

About Criterion
Criterion delivers the best human capital management (HCM) software user experience, functionality and value in the mid-market. Our full range of HCM solutions and state-of-the-art platform help organizations better manage the entire employment lifecycle and make data-driven workforce decisions at every stage. Criterion has served the HCM needs of mid-sized companies for more than 30 years. To learn more, visit CriterionHCM.com.

Net at Work Promotes Gayle Heskiel to Chief Operating Officer

NEW YORK, NY – September 10, 2019 — Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy announced the promotion of Gayle Heskiel to Chief Operating Officer (COO). In her new role, Ms. Heskiel will focus on optimizing the company’s operations and systems and taking the lead in preparing it for continuous improvement and dynamic growth in the years ahead. As the former VP of Professional Services, she brought efficiency, transparency and accountability to new levels, and had a role in strategic planning, forecasting, talent acquisition, training and mentoring – all focused on enabling Net at Work to better serve its clients.

“Gayle has had a significant impact on every aspect of our company, from implementing organizational changes, to promoting collaboration at all levels, to her tireless mentoring efforts, particularly to aspiring leaders through her incredible Women at Work and First Year Associates initiatives,” said Eddie Solomon, Net at Work Co-Founder. “Gayle has everything it takes to be an effective and transformative COO and I am excited about having her as a cornerstone of our executive team. She has spent the last eight years supporting our business units in unleashing the potential of our clients; we’re thrilled that she’s now in the position to take the lead in unleashing ours.”

For the last 25 years, Ms. Heskiel has held numerous operations and professional services leadership positions for both software and consulting firms. She has deep technical and system architecture expertise that is matched with her extensive business and financial acumen. As a collaborative integrator she has spearheaded numerous projects and initiatives and coached cross-functional teams of professionals to innovate, communicate and perform. She earned a BS in Entrepreneurial Management and Finance from University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business.

As COO, Ms. Heskiel will help streamline business processes, transforming them to next practices and lead strategic corporate initiatives that drive operational excellence. She will also continue to lead the company’s Women at Work initiative, which she founded, to bring together a community of Net at Work men and women to attract, retain and advance its current and future women leaders.

“In the eight years I’ve been with the company, I’ve had a ringside seat as we’ve grown as a business and evolved as a culture,” said Ms. Heskiel. “I am honored and thrilled to work alongside Eddie, Alex and the entire team in my role as Chief Operating Officer, focusing on developing our business strategy, enhancing our internal processes, and making sure everything we do is aligned with our core values. The more efficient, prepared and responsive we are as an organization internally, the easier it will be for us to provide measurable value to our clients and growth opportunities for our employees.”

Net at Work Partners with Acumatica to Provide a Complete Portfolio of Cloud-based ERP Solutions


New York, NY — August 5, 2019 — Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced a partnership with Acumatica, a leading innovator in cloud ERP, to provide Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) with a solution that meets their diverse needs today, with the scalability to seamlessly support their growth. The Acumatica platform offers a flexible deployment and licensing option, smooth integration with existing systems, and the ease-of-use and administration of a true SaaS platform. Adding Acumatica to its portfolio allows Net at Work to offer a complete range of ERP options and is in line with their overall cloud strategy: enabling each client to migrate their business technology to the cloud where they can realize the benefits of less administration, greater flexibility and more reliable performance.

“The Acumatica partnership expands our ability to address the needs of our SMB clients, prospects and our Alliance Partner community that have been asking for an ERP solution that packs the functionality of an enterprise product, with the low maintenance and flexibility of a true SaaS platform,” said Alex Solomon, Net at Work’s Co-Founder. “Our clients are focused on the day-to-day challenges of managing their business, and count on us to implement, support and scale their technology – essentially functioning as their virtual CIO (vCIO) and IT team. Leveraging the Acumatica platform they can focus their energies and talents on what they do best and unleash the full potential of their business.”

“We’re very excited to be partnering with Net at Work, a longtime leader in the industry with a well-deserved reputation for understanding the business needs of their clients and providing solutions that allow them to transform, compete, and succeed,” said Jon Roskill, Acumatica CEO. “Their talented team’s vast knowledge and deep ERP and technology expertise, combined with their strong position in the market, make them our ideal partner. We look forward to working with them in supporting our mutual clients, growing their Acumatica practice and helping businesses realize the greater efficiencies and benefits of cloud ERP.”

Stuart Blumenthal, Prominent Industry Veteran, to Lead Acumatica Practice.

Blumenthal has joined Net at Work to manage all facets of the Acumatica practice, from client acquisition through implementation and beyond, assuring a world class experience every step of the way. With over 25 years of experience in the accounting software field, Blumenthal is a recognized leader in the design, implementation and support of ERP systems, including Sage 100, Sage 500, Intacct and Acumatica. He was also an owner of a successful Sage 100/500 VAR based on the west coast. Prior to joining Net at Work, Blumenthal was with MicroAccounting where he launched their hosting and Sage Intacct practice. Last week’s acquisition of Southeast Computer Solutions added 15 certified Acumatica consultants to the team, solidifying the practice under Blumenthal’s leadership.

“We’ve known Stuart for a very long time and have always respected his business acumen and his passion for problem solving,” said Eddie Solomon, Net at Work’s Co-Founder. “We have tremendous confidence that he will build our Acumatica business into a top notch, value-creating consulting practice.”

“Net at Work has enjoyed a well-deserved reputation for always putting their clients first, and I’m excited to be bringing the same approach in leading the Acumatica practice,” said Blumenthal. “I understand both the challenges and advantages of moving clients to the cloud and look forward to working with the Net at Work team in providing each client with a solution that enables them to succeed and win in their markets.”

About Net at Work
Net at Work provides their clients and Alliance Partner clients, with the vision, leadership and support of a “Virtual CIO.” This allows them to focus on their core competencies knowing they can fully rely on Net at Work to implement technology solutions that unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success.

With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 organizations in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core organizational objectives. Their comprehensive range of services and solutions include ERP, CRM, Employer Solutions, eCommerce, Payments, to Cloud and IT Managed Services. From the company’s founding in 1996, Net at Work has garnered wide industry recognition as problem-solvers and promise-keepers, which are the foundational principles on which all their client relationships are based, and that their clients say they value the most. For more information, visit www.netatwork.com.

Net at Work Acquires Southeast Computer Solutions, a Leading Sage Partner and Business Technology Consulting Firm

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New York, NY — August 1, 2019 — Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced that it has acquired Southeast Computer Solutions (Southeast), a Miami-based consulting firm specializing in Sage and Acumatica solutions. In business for over 35 years, Southeast is one of the most respected firms in the industry, supporting small and mid-market companies with ERP solutions including Sage X3, Sage 100, Acumatica, and extended business technology solutions. The acquisition broadens Net at Work’s bench of experienced business technology consultants, provides clients with a deeper level of Sage and Acumatica expertise, increases the company’s bandwidth and expands its reach into Latin America and the Caribbean. Southeast’s clients benefit from Net at Work’s domain expertise, Virtual CIO support, and a comprehensive services and solutions portfolio, including Cloud Hosting, Managed IT & Information Security, eCommerce, and Integrated Credit Card/Payments Processing.

“We first broached this idea several years ago, long admiring Southeast as one of the crown jewels in this industry, which is why today’s announcement is particularly exciting for us,” said Alex Solomon, Net at Work’s Co-Founder. “As a Net at Work Alliance Partner, we came to see how their customer-focused approach and culture perfectly aligned with ours. We look forward to working with our long-time friends and colleagues Sonia Ferrera and Ralph Ceccarelli, and their highly skilled team, in providing their clients with ‘next level’ support and delivering new levels of efficiency, performance and success.”

The entire Southeast staff will join Net at Work and remain based in Miami and Mexico City. Sonia Ferrera, formerly Southeast’s President and Chief Executive Officer, will head up Business Development for the Southeast region, Latin America and the Caribbean.

“Through multiple years of working closely together, we gained a deep appreciation of Net at Work’s commitment to excellence, and absolute focus on providing exceptional customer service, which are consistent with our long-standing approach and values,” said Ms. Ferrera. “We are thrilled to be joining Alex, Eddie and the Net at Work team. Our clients will quickly see why they were our first and only choice to partner with: they are the best in the business and the very best at unleashing their clients’ full business potential.”

The acquisition gives Net at Work a “hub” for doing business in Latin America and the Caribbean. Southeast’s bilingual staff, broad experience across the region, and localized versions of the Sage X3 solution that simplify and assure adherence to the wide range of country-specific tax and compliance regulations, will enable Net at Work to reach and support companies in those markets.

About Net at Work
Net at Work provides their clients and Alliance Partner clients, with the vision, leadership and support of a “Virtual CIO.” This allows them to focus on their core competencies knowing they can fully rely on Net at Work to implement technology solutions that unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success.

With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 organizations in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core organizational objectives. Their comprehensive range of services and solutions include ERP, CRM, Employer Solutions, eCommerce, Payments, to Cloud and IT Managed Services. From the company’s founding in 1996, Net at Work has garnered wide industry recognition as problem-solvers and promise-keepers, which are the foundational principles on which all their client relationships are based, and that their clients say they value the most. For more information, visit www.netatwork.com.

Net at Work Enters into a New Partnership with Rubicon Group Incorporated

RubiconNEW YORK (July 25, 2019) – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced a formal strategic alliance with Rubicon Group Incorporated (Rubicon), a highly reputable business and accounting software firm. Headquartered in Oneida, NY, Rubicon is a provider of Sage 100 software and services for small to mid-sized companies across New York State and the Southern Tier.

The combination of Rubicon’s Sage software expertise and local presence, along with Net at Work’s breadth of solutions and national coverage, ensures that Net at Work can expand the support they deliver to their Central New York and the Southern Tier clients by leveraging the “feet on the street” of a local trusted Alliance Partner.

At the same time Rubicon’s clients will benefit from access to Net at Work’s award-winning team of 200+ delivering a complete range of technologies and services to help them grow their business, including: an expanded portfolio of ERP/Accounting and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, as well as access to extended solutions and services including HR/Payroll, document management, eCommerce, and Cloud / Managed IT services.

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ERP Industry Veteran Drew Macbeth Joins Net at Work as NetSuite Practice Director

NEW YORK – July 22, 2019 – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced that Drew Macbeth has joined Net at Work as NetSuite Practice Director. Macbeth brings extensive ERP sales and service experience to the position, and will lead all facets of the practice, from helping define its strategic vision and direction, to client acquisition, implementation and support, with the overarching goal of ensuring that clients are provided with the tools and guidance needed to transform their business.

“Drew’s extensive experience leading ERP and cloud-related projects, combined with his smarts, integrity and client-centric philosophy, make him the perfect person to spearhead one of our most strategic business practices,” said Alex Solomon, Net at Work’s Co-President.

Prior to joining Net at Work, Drew was Vice President, Sales for Sage Software where he led a multi-product, multi-channel team of ERP sales and services professionals during his fifteen-year tenure.  Drew went on to join MarginPoint, a venture-backed cloud (SaaS) supply chain technology start-up, where he helped launch their sales and services practice. Most recently, Drew led North America sales for a global SAP provider.

“I’ve watched Net at Work grow over the past 15 years and always admired their business savvy, customer-focused approach and integrity, as they’ve become one of the leading and most trusted providers of transformative technology solutions for small and mid-market companies,” said Macbeth. “I’ve been constantly impressed with their continuous evolution as a company, as they’re always looking for new and better ways to provide more responsive and innovative solutions to their clients. I look forward to leading the NetSuite team and working alongside some of the best people in this business.”

About Net at Work
Net at Work provides their clients and Alliance Partner clients, with the vision, leadership and support of a “Virtual CIO.” This allows them to focus on their core competencies knowing they can fully rely on Net at Work to implement technology solutions that unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success.

With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 organizations in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core objectives. Their comprehensive range of services and solutions include ERP, CRM, Employer Solutions, eCommerce, Payments, to Cloud and IT Managed Services. From the company’s founding in 1996, Net at Work has garnered wide industry recognition as problem-solvers and promise-keepers, which are the foundational principles on which all their client relationships are based, and that their clients say they value the most. For more information, visit www.netatwork.com.

Net at Work Recognized as Top Business Technology Consultancy as they Take Client-centric Virtual CIO Approach to Next Level

NEW YORK – July 17, 2019 – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced that CRN Magazine has named Net at Work to its 2019 Solution Provider 500 list, recognizing the highest performing technology integrators, strategic service providers and IT consultants in North America. It is the industry standard and predominant partner list, serving as a valuable resource for end-users and technology vendors looking to partner with top solution providers.

“This is a great team achievement that recognizes our commitment to providing our clients with the strategic direction and expertise needed to grow their business and become more profitable,” said Eddie Solomon, Net at Work Co-President. “It validates our re-doubled focus on putting our clients’ outcomes first by pinpointing opportunities, anticipating potential challenges and making sure we always deliver on our most fundamental promise: unleashing new levels of efficiency, performance and success.”

Successful business owners are laser-focused on their core competencies and growing their businesses, spending little time managing or even thinking about their underlying technology, let alone how it can be used to increase profitability. Net at Work’s renewed purpose is most clearly demonstrated in the increasingly strategic role their teams take with clients, making sure not only that systems are optimized, but in providing C-level perspective and leadership to ensure technology is a core function in helping drive the organization into an ever-more profitable future.

“For companies that don’t have a CIO, Net at Work serves as a Virtual CIO (VCIO), allowing their executives to focus on running their business with the full trust and confidence that we are providing them with the best advice and plan for technology to help facilitate their growth,” concluded Solomon.

The complete 2019 Solution Provider 500 list is available online at www.CRN.com and a sample from the list is featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine.

About Net at Work
Net at Work provides their clients and Alliance Partner clients, with the vision, leadership and support of a “Virtual CIO.” This allows them to focus on their core competencies knowing they can fully rely on Net at Work to implement technology solutions that unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success.

With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 organizations in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core objectives. Their comprehensive range of services and solutions include ERP, CRM, Employer Solutions, eCommerce, Payments, to Cloud and IT Managed Services. From the company’s founding in 1996, Net at Work has garnered wide industry recognition as problem-solvers and promise-keepers, which are the foundational principles on which all their client relationships are based, and that their clients say they value the most. For more information, visit www.netatwork.com.

Net at Work Ranks on the 2019 Top 100 VARs Listing of Leading ERP Accounting Software Providers

Top 100 Var Bsi 2019NEW YORK – June 18, 2019 – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced its selection to Bob Scott’s 2019 Top VARS ranking of the Top 100 ERP and Accounting Software consulting firms.

The Top 100 resellers are chosen from organizations specializing in the sale and implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and accounting software.
“We want to congratulate this year’s class of Bob Scott’s Top 100 VARs,” said Bob Scott, executive editor of ERP Global Insights (formerly known as Bob Scott’s Insights). “This selection represents recognition of leaders in this important field.”

The Top 100 VARS ranking is compiled by Bob Scott who has covered this market for nearly 28 years through print and electronic publications, first as technology editor of Accounting Today and then as the Editor of Accounting Technology from 1997 through 2009.

Net at Work provides clients with transformative business solutions and expert services that enable them to unleash new levels of efficiency, performance and success. With experience across virtually every business discipline, the Net at Work team supports over 6,000 clients in making software, systems and people work together in achieving their core organizational objectives.

Net at Work Enters into a New Partnership with Sisterson

SistersonPITTSBURGH, Pa. (June 28, 2019) – Net at Work, a full-service technology and business consultancy, today announced a formal strategic alliance with regional certified public accounting and financial consulting firm, Sisterson & Co. LLP.

Sisterson’s technology advisory practice is a provider of Sage 100 and PowerOLAP software and services for small to mid-sized companies across Pennsylvania. The combination of Sisterson’s Sage software expertise and local presence, along with Net at Work’s breadth of solutions and national coverage, ensures that Net at Work can expand the support they deliver to their Pennsylvania clients.

Sisterson’s clients will benefit from access to Net at Work’s team delivering a complete range of technologies and services to help them grow their business, including: an expanded portfolio of ERP/Accounting and customer relationship management (CRM) solutions, as well as access to extended solutions and services including HR/Payroll, document management, eCommerce, and Cloud / Managed IT services.

For more information on Sisterson, please visit their website: https://www.sisterson.com/

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