KeyedIn(R) and Alternative Technology Solutions Partner to Deliver Powerful Cloud Software

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KeyedIn® Solutions, an innovator in SaaS and aPaaS (Application Platform as a Service) business solutions, today announced a new strategic partnership with solution and service provider Alternative Technology Solutions. This partnership expands the reach of KeyedIn Manufacturing Cloud ERP, an innovative platform boasting the industry's most powerful production functionality, to the manufacturing market.

"Alternative's vision to bring the best of the Cloud to manufacturers means partnering with leading technology developers to deliver Cloud-based solutions that meet the needs of companies looking to be more efficient, competitive, and responsive to the market," says Vivian Keena, Alternative CEO. "Our partnership with KeyedIn will allow us to provide Cloud-based, configurable ERP built specifically for many of the specialized manufacturing verticals we serve."

"Alternative has a reputation among manufacturers for being a leader in delivering business solutions to manufacturers," states Lauri Klaus, KeyedIn CEO and Co-Founder. "There is a natural synergy between our companies to deliver the very best technology to customers who need it most in the manufacturing space. These customers are struggling with legacy ERP solutions that desperately need a new and technologically advanced software solution to assist them with globalization and significantly improve their competitive advantage. KeyedIn Manufacturing is a natural addition to Alternative's strong product portfolio."

KeyedIn and Alternative will demonstrate the All-New KeyedIn Manufacturing release 5 at FABTECH Expo, North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, taking place November 9-12 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Boasting the industry's most powerful production engine, the KeyedIn Manufacturing Cloud ERP platform is a great solution for fabrication and production manufacturers. "Many of our customers need software solutions that support their unique businesses and give them true flexibility around everyday business challenges such as production control, complex scheduling, and real-time data collection," said Aaron Korsen, EVP sales and marketing at Alternative. "We're excited to add KeyedIn Manufacturing ERP to our product portfolio as we think it's a unique player in the Cloud ERP space."

For more information visit KeyedIn Manufacturing Cloud ERP. The software is sold on an affordable monthly SaaS subscription model.

About KeyedIn® Solutions
KeyedIn Solutions helps organizations simplify business processes, improve performance and drive results through an innovative combination of aPaaS and SaaS business solutions. These applications were developed in the Cloud for the Cloud, to capitalize on the exclusive benefits only the Cloud can offer.

The company's SaaS-based business systems include KeyedIn Manufacturing, a configurable Cloud ERP software that drives operational excellence for manufacturers, and is designed exclusively for production manufacturing. KeyedIn Projects is a strategy-led and execution-driven project management solution that aligns organizations with complete visibility for effective Project Portfolio Management (PPM) as well as drives utilization, profitability and performance to achieve growth with Professional Services Automation (PSA). KeyedIn Konfigure™ aPaaS is transforming custom enterprise-level application development, building new business systems and system components with greater speed, agility, and innovation.

When businesses need results fast, they look to the Cloud – and turn to KeyedIn Solutions. You should too. Keep up with us at keyedin.com, Twitter @KeyedInMFG, Facebook; or LinkedIn: KeyedIn Solutions, Inc.  

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 Denver, Chicago, Indianapolis, and Monterrey, Mexico. Alternative was named a Best Place to Work by Orange County Business Journal, was highlighted on CIO Review's annual list of Most Promising Manufacturing Tech Solution Providers, and was named to SPI Research's 2015 Best of the Best benchmark list. For more information, visit http://alttechsolutions.com.