Press Release
- Date:
- Thursday, November 13, 2003
- Contact:
- David Peikin
- Phone:
- (301) 918-0818
- Email:
- G1@schwartz-pr.com
Group 1 Software and Headstrong Enter Into Strategic Alliance
Siebel Customers Can Maximize Return On Investment Through Powerful Combination of Group 1's Data Quality Software and Headstrong's Siebel Integration Expertise
Lanham, MD and Fairfax, VA — Group 1 Software (Nasdaq: GSOF) and global consultancy Headstrong today announced a strategic partnership where Headstrong will deliver services in support of Group 1's Data Quality Connector for Siebel. The Group 1 Data Quality Connector for Siebel provides accurate, consolidated customer and prospect data in both batch and real-time modes by validating address information and merging duplicate records. With global experience delivering CRM solutions including Siebel, Headstrong can offer in-depth knowledge of Siebel applications and business processes. The combination of Group 1 and Headstrong can help Siebel clients maximize the value of their CRM implementation through improved data quality. Headstrong and Group 1 are both recognized Siebel Partners.
With this alliance, Headstrong will be providing implementation support for organizations that purchase Group 1's Data Quality Connector for Siebel. Headstrong and Group 1 have launched a comprehensive joint marketing and awareness campaign targeting existing Siebel customers focusing on data quality. Headstrong is also introducing Group 1's technology to its current base of Siebel customers.
Leading information technology analyst firms recognize that high quality, well-integrated customer data is the cornerstone of a successful CRM effort. A successful data quality implementation involves an in-depth knowledge of the technology and a proven methodology for best deploying the software across an enterprise application such as Siebel. Group 1's twenty-plus years of experience developing software to manage customer data, coupled with Headstrong's Siebel expertise and successful implementations, can help Siebel customers maximize the value of their customer data.
“Headstrong specializes in delivering high-quality customer centric solutions,” said Kevin Dougherty, President & CEO of Headstrong. “Our partnership with Group 1 results in a cost saving solution that addresses data quality issues head on - and means a more effective Siebel implementation for our clients.”
“Headstrong is a global company that understands the importance of data quality and has significant cross-industry expertise implementing Siebel,” said Bob Bowen, CEO of Group 1 Software. “We look forward to working with Headstrong to help leading businesses optimize the value of the data in their Siebel environments.”
“Quality of data influences a company's ability to serve its customers,” said Rahul Vadodkar, director, product marketing at Siebel Systems. “In today's competitive environment it is ever more critical to have an accurate view of the customers. We are pleased that Group1's data quality products and Headstrong's implementation expertise are available to our joint customers.”
Group 1 Software (Nasdaq: GSOF) is a leading provider of solutions that help over 3,000 organizations worldwide maximize the value of their customer and other data. Group 1 provides industry-leading technologies that allow businesses to cleanse and enrich their corporate data, generate personalized customer communications and integrate and deliver data across the enterprise. These technologies are essential components of enterprise applications including customer relationship management (CRM), enterprise resource planning (ERP) and business intelligence systems. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Lanham, Maryland, Group 1 offers solutions utilized by leaders in the financial services, banking, GIS/mapping, retail, telecommunications, utilities, insurance and other industries. The company's customer base includes such recognized names as Entergy, GEICO, L.L. Bean, MapQuest, QVC, Siemens, Wal-Mart and Wells Fargo. For more information about Group 1, visit the company's Web site at http://www.g1.com.
Headstrong is a global consultancy focused on helping clients achieve measurable results with their business and systems integration efforts. We help our clients align technology initiatives with business goals while integrating their business with their customers, suppliers and employees to improve enterprise value. We offer a full range of integration services, including strategy, opportunity assessment, design and implementation, post implementation optimization and application/solution maintenance. With a 20-year track record of proven results (as Headstrong and formerly James Martin + Company), our client base includes many of the world's most respected companies. Headstrong is headquartered near Washington DC, with a global presence across North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific. For more information, visit http://www.headstrong.com or e-mail us at information@headstrong.com.