IDION.BSG appointed MCSP, with partner status

IDION Business Solutions Group has been appointed as a Microsoft Certified Solution Provider (MCSP) with Partner Status. IDION.BSG attributes the company`s new status largely to its continued investment in the training of people in building Microsoft based business solutions. "We currently employ a large number of MCSD qualified solutions developers in South Africa, and the plan is to double this number by the end of the year," comments Hennie Laubscher, managing director at IDION.BSG. "It is our business to ensure improved value creation in the business of our clients. Our capability to build business solutions in the enterprise space is one of our key differentiators." The strong capabilities of IDION.BSG result from substantial investment in both theoretical and practical training. "This large investment in intellectual capital demonstrates our commitment to providing our customers with leading edge solutions as well as our faith in Microsoft as the solutions platform of choice in the enterprise space."

As part of the solution provider programme, IDION.BSG looks forward to a close relationship with Microsoft South Africa. This includes access to extensive product information and resources, programme support, as well as Microsoft`s Web-based referrals system.

"The MCSP programme provides an important industry benchmark for customers, indicating the quality of solution they can expect from members of the programme," comments Maureen van Jaarsveldt, channel director at Microsoft South Africa. "IDION.BSG`s outstanding standard of skilled Microsoft developers and established track record for delivering great customer service, makes them a great organisation to have as part of the MCSP programme." Microsoft`s positive feedback on IDION.BSG`s levels of service is echoed by its customers, such as Richard Bell, IT manager at Coronation Asset Management. "We have been working with IDION.BSG for a number of years now and the level of professionalism, energy and unquestionable technical experience has greatly benefited our organisation."

Specialising in software development, IDION.BSG`s solutions include business-to-business and client-to-business connectivity, administrative business process automation, unlocking the knowledge within the workplace, operational acceleration and providing a business service centre. "Our vision is to lead the South African market in the development and implementation of business applications for specific business needs, on the Microsoft platform," comments Hennie Laubscher.

To provide this extensive range of services, IDION.BSG dedicates considerable time and resources to ensure that its staff is qualified in the latest technologies. The company believes in continued training and certification to ensure leading edge skill-sets to service the broad customer base of IDION.BSG. IDION.BSG`s training also extends to consultative areas such as business analysis, preparing technical specifications and change-management training; focused on customer and technology acceptance. The company focuses on using the Microsoft Solutions Framework for managing all projects. This provides a proven methodology to assist in the successful delivery of high quality solutions, completed on schedule.

IDION.BSG will continue its focused initiatives to stay a leading player in the Microsoft based solutions environment.