ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 4, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alternative Technology Solutions, a leading ERP and CRM service and solution provider focused on bringing the best of the cloud to manufacturers, today announced that it has landed on Inc.'s list of fastest-growing privately-held companies for the second consecutive year with a ranking of 1307.
"It's incredibly exciting to be back on the list of fastest-growing companies," said Vivian Keena, Alternative's CEO. "We've worked hard to build the right team, solutions, and strategy. As we focus on becoming a solutions company, it's great to have so much growth and momentum supporting us."
Since its founding in 2009, Alternative has steadily grown a base of over 700 manufacturing and distribution customers, built strategic relationships with market-leading cloud vendors including Salesforce and NetSuite, and opened offices nationwide. Additionally, Alternative built two applications that address key challenges of manufacturers and distributors, iQ CPQ for advanced and configured quoting, and Connect which integrates key platforms such as ERP, CRM, and e-commerce.
"I'm proud that Alternative has continued to grow and evolve with our customers and their changing needs," continued Keena. "We're focused on bringing the best of the cloud to businesses through our solutions, partnerships, and services, and our growth shows that we're succeeding along with our partners and customers. Moving forward, we're looking to continue building point solutions that offer a great way not only for customers to make the jump to the cloud, but to complement existing platform investments such as ERP."
The 2014 Inc. 5000, unveiled online at Inc.com and with the top 500 companies featured in the September issue of Inc. (available on newsstands August 20 to November 30), is the most competitive crop in the list's history. The average company on the list achieved a three-year growth of 516%. The Inc. 5000's aggregate revenue is $211 billion, generating 505,000 jobs over the past three years. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
Looking ahead, Keena sees more growth opportunity on the horizon: "Companies are looking for solutions that enable them to work faster, smarter, and from anywhere—Alternative brings the best of the cloud together to do just that."
About Alternative Technology Solutions
Alternative Technology Solutions, Inc. brings the best of the cloud to manufacturers and distributors through solutions and services that help companies work smarter and faster. Headquartered in Aliso Viejo, CA, the company also has offices in Boston, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Monterrey, Mexico. Alternative is a two-time Inc. fastest-growing company, was highlighted as a best place to work by the Orange County Business Journal, and was a Silver Stevie Award Honoree. For more information, visit http://alttechsolutions.com.
About Inc. and the Inc. 500|5000
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The 2014 Inc. 5000 is ranked according to percentage revenue growth when comparing 2010 to 2013. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2010. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for profit, and independent--not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies--as of December 31, 2013. (Since then, a number of companies on the list have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2010 is $100,000; the minimum for 2013 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Companies on the Inc. 500 are featured in Inc.'s September issue. They represent the top tier of the Inc. 5000, which can be found at http://www.inc.com/5000.
About Inc. and the Inc. 5000
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures, Inc. is the only major brand dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies, with the aim to deliver real solutions for today's innovative company builders. Total monthly audience reach for the brand has grown significantly from 2,000,000 in 2010 to over 6,000,000 today. For more information, visit http://www.inc.com/.
The Inc. 500|5000 is a list of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. Started in 1982, this prestigious list of the nation's most successful private companies has become the hallmark of entrepreneurial success. The Inc. 5000 Conference & Awards Ceremony is an annual event that celebrates their remarkable achievements. The event also offers informative workshops, celebrated keynote speakers, and evening functions.