Chicago, IL, USA — February 18, 2008 – Risetime, Inc., a Chicago based consulting company focused on delivering business process management, enterprise content management, and web solutions, announced it has attained Microsoft Gold Certified Partner status, the highest level of knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft technologies, with competencies in Business Systems and Integration, Information Worker Solutions, and Custom Development Solutions. Risetime has demonstrated its expertise and ability to meet customers’ needs using Microsoft technologies such as SharePoint, .NET, and BizTalk.
“Risetime has long been a Microsoft Certified Partner and we are extremely pleased to have attained Gold Certified Partner status this year,” said Steven Bunes, Risetime President and Founder. “As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Risetime is recognized as a “go to” partner for organizations who rely on Microsoft technologies to optimize and maximize the potential of their businesses.”
“Customers are looking for partner companies that can bridge the gap between their business demands and technology capabilities,” said Allison Watson, vice president of the Worldwide Partner Sales and Marketing Group at Microsoft Corp. “They need to trust in a company that can act as an expert adviser for their long-term strategic technology plans. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners, which have certified expertise and direct training and support from Microsoft, can build a positive customer experience with our technologies. Today, Microsoft recognizes Risetime as a new Gold Certified Partner.”
Risetime exceeded the requirements for attaining Gold Certified Partner Status by achieving competencies in three distinct categories: Business Process Integration, Information Worker Solutions, and Custom Development Solutions.
Business Process and Integration – The Business Process and Integration Competency is for Microsoft Partners with proven proficiency in implementing and deploying server-based portals for driving Internet commerce and business applications using Microsoft tools and software.
Information Worker Solutions – Designed to provide additional benefit and support to partners specializing in collaboration, portals and other productivity solutions, the Information Worker Solutions Competency is utilized by Gold Certified Partners that provide their customers with solutions built on familiar programs such as Microsoft SharePoint which enable them to better manage, prioritize and collaborate on increasing volumes of information.
Custom Development Solutions – The Custom Development Solutions Competency is designed for Microsoft Partners providing custom-built solutions for clients that require value-added capabilities to optimize business opportunities.
About Risetime
Since 1984, Risetime has been serving the needs of organizations looking for a strong partner to provide business and technology solutions and services. Our company focuses on providing enterprise content management, business process management, and web solutions to Fortune 1000 and public sector clients.