JACKSONVILLE, Florida (March 18, 2003) — Idea Integration, the e-business solutions unit of MPS Group (NYSE:MPS), today announced that it is among a select group of vendors that has been pre-qualified to provide Web portal development services to the State of Georgia and its agencies as part of Georgia’s enterprise portal initiative.
Idea now is eligible to provide services to the State of Georgia that include software component development, application development, Web development, and application integration. Idea qualified for this opportunity by demonstrating the necessary capabilities and experience to adhere to the technology standards and software development guidelines set forth for the State of Georgia by the Georgia Technology Authority (GTA).
“Idea is honored to provide portal development and enterprise application integration services to the State of Georgia,” said Richard Lewenthal, Managing Director for Idea’s Atlanta office. “Our depth of government experience on both a state and federal level gives us a superior understanding of the needs and appropriate solutions for State of Georgia agencies.”
“Idea’s compliance with our standards demonstrates its commitment to successful solutions for the GTA and our customers,” said Gina Tiedemann, Director, GeorgiaNet division of the Georgia Technology Authority. “Our agencies are excited about this contract, and we are confident that Idea and the other successful bidders will be solid partners for us in this endeavor.”
About Idea Integration
Idea Integration is an e-business consulting and systems integration solutions provider serving Fortune 1000 companies, government, and middle-market clients. Specializing in Web design and development, information management solutions, wireless workflow applications, portal solutions, and enterprise resource management, Idea delivers high-return business applications for its clients. For more information, please visit www.idea.com.