Keystone Solutions Named a Top Open Systems Partner for 2014-2015

SHAKOPEE, Minnesota (August 27,2015) - Keystone Solutions, Inc. of Overland Park, KS, was named a top selling partner of Open Systems software products during the 2015 Open Systems Partner Day on August 24, 2015. Open Systems recognized its top resellers for outstanding sales performance and commitment to their clients during the conference.

“Ben Orth and the team at Keystone Solutions provide exceptional service to their clients and have been supporting and selling Open Systems solutions for over 32 years,” said Open Systems VP of Sales Paul Lundquist. “We’re pleased that they leverage Open Systems products and services to help their clients succeed.”

“We are thrilled to receive this recognition as a top business partner,” said Ben Orth, CEO of Keystone Solutions. “It is rewarding to help our clients streamline their business processes to operate at maximum efficiency and effectiveness with the latest technology.”

The Open Systems’ Partners Day offered its attendees valuable networking opportunities, and strategic direction on the company and the products they offer. The partners attending also attended the two day Customer Conference that followed. The Customer Conference offered educational sessions, and hands-on exhibits for services and solutions. The conference and awards banquet was held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Bloomington, MN.

About Open Systems, Inc.

Open Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of powerful business, accounting, CRM, ERP, and mobile software solutions for organizations in many industries, including distribution, manufacturing, and not-for-profit. Open Systems recently celebrated 39 years of serving customers with cutting-edge technologies and adaptable business solutions. Products offered include Microsoft .NET- and SQL Server-based TRAVERSE for the Microsoft platform, and Java-based OSAS for Windows, Mac, and Linux users.

Ben Orth Presents eCommerce Topic at Open Systems Conference 

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota (August 19-20, 2015) - Ben Orth, eCommerce author and software publisher, presented the “eCommerce Demystified” end user session where attendees gained insight into (1) why eCommerce doesn’t have to be scary, (2) Customer Payment Portals as first step to eCommerce, (3) 9 critical components for shopping carts, and (4) An ROI perspective for eCommerce.

Oh!No! Educational Series© Sessions Presented at Open Systems Conference

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota (August 19-20, 2015) - Howard Holz, Implementation Consultant, Keystone Solutions, Inc.  and Kathy Walsh, former President, Dynamic Accounting Solutions, presented their "Oh!No! Educational Series©" breakout sessions at the Customer Conference.  Users of TRAVERSE and OSAS gained first hand experience of solving various "Oh!No!" scenarios that they may face during any business day.

Keystone Solutions Announces Client Base Acquisition from Information Management Solutions, Inc.

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (March 5, 2015) - Keystone Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce its recent acquisition of the TRAVERSE® and OSAS® client base of Information Management Solutions, Inc. (IMS) in St. Louis, Missouri.

IMS, a St. Louis business solutions consulting firm, has offered businesses an exceptional blend of experience in the fields of computer analysis and accounting, along with practical business knowledge.

"We are very pleased and excited that Linda and Richard selected Keystone Solutions to continue their legacy of service and support excellence for their TRAVERSE and OSAS clients,” said Ben Orth CEO of Keystone Solutions, Inc. "This opportunity fits well with our growth strategy to expand our client base."

Both organizations have long time affiliations with Open Systems, Inc., the creator of TRAVERSE business accounting, CRM, and ERP software and OSAS accounting software.

Keystone Solutions Announces Client Base Acquisition from Analytical Systems Incorporated

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (December 4, 2014) - Keystone Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce its recent acquisition of the TRAVERSE® and OSAS® client base of Analytical Systems Incorporated (Analysys) in Bridgeton, Missouri.

Analysys, a St. Louis business solutions consulting firm, has offered businesses an exceptional blend of experience in the fields of computer analysis and accounting, along with practical business knowledge.  Mark S. Johnson, President and Founder of Analysys, retired November 30.

"We are honored and very pleased that Mark selected Keystone Solutions to continue his legacy of service and support excellence for his TRAVERSE and OSAS clients,” said Ben Orth CEO of Keystone Solutions, Inc. "This opportunity fits well with our growth strategy to expand our client base."

Both organizations have long time affiliations with Open Systems, Inc., the creator of TRAVERSE business accounting, CRM, and ERP software and OSAS accounting software.

Oh!No! Educational Series© Sessions Presented at Open Systems Conference

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota (August 13-14, 2014) - Howard Holz, Implementation Consultant, Keystone Solutions, Inc.  and Kathy Walsh, President, Dynamic Accounting Solutions, presented their "Oh!No! Educational Series©" breakout sessions at the Customer Conference.  Users of TRAVERSE and OSAS gained first hand experience of solving various "Oh!No!" scenarios that they may face during any business day.

Ben Orth Presents eCommerce Topic at Open Systems' Conferences 

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota (August 12-14, 2014) - Ben Orth, CEO, Keystone Solutions, Inc. presented "Everything You Always Wanted to Know
about eCommerce… But were Afraid to Ask!"  as an eCommerce breakout session at both Conferences.  Attendees gained understanding of why eCommerce is important for many businesses today and the benefits for both them and their customers that can be gained from electronic payments, customer portals and shopping carts.

Keystone Solutions Named a Top Open Systems Partner for 2013-2014

BLOOMINGTON, Minnesota (August 12, 2014) - Keystone Solutions was honored as a Top 15 Open Systems Partner at the 2014 Partners in Profit Awards Banquet – Minneapolis, MN. Open Systems TRAVERSE accounting ERP software provides organizations with the real-time tools needed to quickly react to changing business conditions. Congratulations team on a job well done!

Keystone Solutions Announces Merger with HOLZ Consulting, Inc.

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (July 9, 2014) - Keystone Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce its recent merger with HOLZ Consulting, Inc. of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Both organizations have worked closely together for a number of years and have long time affiliations with Open Systems, Inc., the creator of TRAVERSE business accounting, CRM, and ERP software and OSAS accounting software.

Howard Holz, President of HOLZ Consulting, has joined Keystone Solutions as an Implementation Consultant and brings a rich experience of working with many different types of businesses and industries. "We are very pleased to continue our long standing relationship,” said Ben Orth CEO of Keystone Solutions, Inc. "Howard’s dedication to delivering service excellence shows in his enthusiasm when working with clients. Clients benefit in many ways as he matches their business objectives and processes to specific features and functions of the software from his deep knowledge of OSAS and TRAVERSE."

The Business Owners Guide To I.T. and All Things Digital Achieves Amazon.com Top 10

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (May 28, 2014) - The Business Owners Guide To I.T. and All Things Digital achieved a #9 overall Amazon.com ranking and scored a #1 ranking in 6 individual categories.

Ben Orth, CEO, Keystone Solutions, Inc., Signs Publishing Deal with CelebrityPress™ to Release New I.T. Business Book

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (March 21, 2014) - Ben Orth, Founder and CEO of Keystone Solutions, Inc., has joined a select group of North America’s leading I.T. experts to co-write the forthcoming book titled, The Business Owners Guide To I.T. and All Things Digital: 22 Critical Facts Every Business Must Know To Maximize Their Company’s Efficiency, Security, Employee Productivity And Profits. The book is set to be released in May 2014 by CelebrityPress™ -- a leading business book publisher.

While the book focuses on various topics within I.T. and all things digital, Orth’s specific chapter is titled “eCommerce: Why Start and Pieces of the Puzzle". According to Orth, his chapter will discuss and clarify the misconceptions and approaches when considering an eCommerce solution for B2B and B2C. The chapter also includes a section on the details to consider when selecting an eCommerce solution.

Keystone Solutions Announces New Partnership with Open Systems

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas (August 27, 2013) - Keystone Solutions, Inc., the creator of eCommERPbridge™ announced a new preferred vendor relationship with Open Systems, Inc., the creator of TRAVERSE business accounting, CRM, and ERP software.

eCommERPbridge for TRAVERSE delivers an affordable, easy to implement, easy to manage B2B and B2C ecommerce solution for the Distribution and Manufacturing industries. The solution allows users to focus on easy implementation, not on complex setup and customization costs. Keystone Solutions has been a top Open Systems software reseller for 30 years, and will now also represent and support their eCommERPbridge for Open Systems and their partners.

“Many customers in the manufacturing and distribution industries are looking for a simple solution for selling online," said Paul Lundquist, Open Systems’ Vice-President of Sales. “Keystone Solutions has delivered an outstanding answer with their eCommERPbridge product, and the initial response from customers and partners has been very impressive.”

“We are very pleased with this additional opportunity to deepen our long standing relationship with Open Systems,” said Ben Orth CEO of Keystone Solutions, Inc.  “Working with Open Systems and its dedicated Partner and end user communities is a unique experience.  We feel our eCommERPbridge offering enables all to focus on growing their core business.”

About Open Systems, Inc.

Open Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of ERP, CRM, and cloud-based business software solutions for organizations in many industries, including distribution, manufacturing, food manufacturing, and not-for-profit. Open Systems has over 35 years of experience serving customers with cutting-edge technologies and adaptable business solutions. Products offered include TRAVERSE, built using Microsoft .NET and SQL Server technology for the Microsoft platform, and OPEN SYSTEMS Accounting Software (OSAS) built using Java technology for Windows, Mac, and Linux users.