SPS Commerce Named a 2006 Tekne Award Finalist
Premier Awards Program Recognizes Minnesota Companies and Individuals for Technology Innovation and Leadership.
Minneapolis, Minn., September 18, 2006 — SPS Commerce, the leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), has been named as a finalist for a 2006 Tekne Award, Minnesota's annual awards program that recognizes companies and individuals who have shown superior technology innovation and leadership.
The Minnesota High Tech Association (MHTA) and Minnesota Technology, Inc. (MTI), in partnership with LifeScience Alley, join together to recognize technology innovators and leaders who have made lasting contributions to enhancing the quality of life and competitiveness of Minnesota. The awards are separated into both emerging and established company categories that recognize the best and brightest in the innovation, development, education, commercialization and management of technology.
“All of us at SPS Commerce are pleased to be formally recognized for our on-going growth and innovation by being named as a finalist for the 2006 Tekne award,” said Archie Black, president and CEO of SPS Commerce. “Every day more than 10,000 companies trust SPS Commerce to ensure that their electronic order, shipping and invoicing documents reach their customers. We became the leader in EDI outsourcing by offering an easy and affordable alternative to internal EDI software, and continue to lead our market with innovative products and streamlined integration services.”
Kate Rubin, president of MHTA stated that “Minnesota's Tekne Award finalists are recognized as experts and innovators in their fields. Because our state is privileged to serve as a home to many leading high-tech companies, it's an honor to be singled out and named Tekne Award finalist. It's companies like SPS Commerce that continue to make Minnesota a great place to live and work.”
Wayne A. Pletcher, Ph. D., president & CEO of Minnesota Technology, Inc. added: “We are proud to honor SPS Commerce as a 2006 Tekne Award finalist and are pleased to recognize their leadership in the industry.”
The 2006 Tekne Awards will be presented on Thursday, October 26th at the Minneapolis Convention Center, beginning with a reception and silent auction at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. and the awards ceremony at 7:00 p.m.
About MTI
Minnesota Technology, Inc. (MTI) helps drive the small to mid-size manufacturing sector by selling greater efficiency tools, productivity and growth solutions, and cutting edge information at competitive rates. MTI operates as a private 501(C)3 organization, collaborating with the federal government, to provide a public service that stimulates business and economic development in Minnesota's manufacturing sector. MTI's staff are competent, trained professionals with expertise in leading edge productivity tools and growth solutions, committed to making Minnesota a stronger player in the global manufacturing matrix.
About MHTA
The Minnesota High Tech Association accelerates the growth, sustainability and global competitiveness of Minnesota's technology-based economy through public policy advocacy, member collaboration and education, and community outreach. MHTA members include organizations of every size − involved in virtually every aspect of technology creation, production, application and education in Minnesota. MHTA works in partnership with AeA, which represents Minnesota's technology organizations nationally. More information on the MHTA can be found at www.mhta.org.
