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HDI Service Management ‘09 Conference

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Tuesday, November 03, 2009

Cherwell Software Provides Unprecedented Power, Flexibility and ROI for the Critical Role of IT Service Management Support

Cherwell Software, a leader in developing IT Service Management software solutions that bring enterprise-level functionality at a mid-market price, will be exhibiting at the annual HDI Service Management 2009 Conference & Expo (www.thinkhdi.com/sm2009) taking place at Hyatt Regency Crystal City, Arlington, VA, November 9-10, 2009.  Cherwell will be located at Pedestal #326.

The HDI Service Management Conference themed "Focusing on the Critical Role of Support in Service Management”, features opportunities for IT Professionals to learn from industry experts on topics such as implementing best practices in service restoration to developing the business case for service management programs. The exhibit hall will feature the latest tools and technologies for IT service desk organizations. 

Vance Brown, CEO of Cherwell suggested, “It is ideal that the HDI conference theme is focused on the critical role of support in Service Management as Cherwell provides unprecedented power, flexibility and ROI for IT organizations to meet their needs quickly and easily and still never outgrow Cherwell’s ITIL PinkVERIFY certified Service Management software, whether the deployment method is SaaS or On-Premise.”

“…We’ll be demonstrating the unprecedented power, flexibility and ROI of Cherwell Software…" -Vance Brown, CEO Cherwell Software

Visitors are encouraged to explore the many benefits of Cherwell by visiting the Cherwell team at Pedestal #326 and register to attend a free webinar and receive a free copy of the DVD titled “ITIL and the Service Desk” by industry icon Malcolm Fry, valued at $189.

Cherwell Software 2009 Customer Satisfaction Study

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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Cherwell Customer SatisfactionColorado Springs, CO, May 14, 2009Cherwell Software, Inc. (“Cherwell”) today announced results of its 2009 Customer Satisfaction Study. This detailed survey, conducted by the independent consulting agency Strategies For Success, reveals the current levels of Cherwell Software’s product, service and support performance.

The key findings of the study support the fact that Cherwell Software’s customer base is highly satisfied and loyal. 

Key findings of the study indicate:

  • All (100%) of customer respondents would recommend the Cherwell product to other organizations;
  • 100% of the customer respondents would consider Cherwell Software, Inc. for future purchases; 
  • All customer respondents (100%) believe the Cherwell software is fulfilling the requirement(s) for which it was purchased;
  • Nearly all (95%) of the customer respondents believe Cherwell Software, Inc. is the technological leader in help desk/service desk software systems;
  • Nearly all (90%) of the customer respondents believe Cherwell Software provides a real “value” for the investment;

"The Cherwell Software, Inc. customer satisfaction ratings have been among the highest we have seen in conducting studies of this nature," said Carrie Cornella, President, Strategies for Success.  "The findings indicate that Cherwell Software has developed a very loyal customer base and your customers are highly satisfied with both the quality of Cherwell Software’s services and products.  We congratulate you and your team on your success."

“We are very pleased with the results of this study,” said Vance Brown, Chairman and CEO of Cherwell Software. “This reaffirms our strong commitment to customer service and our ability to deliver products and services that are truly valued in the industry.”

The survey also revealed areas for improvement for Cherwell, such as the suggestion for additional support personnel.  "We take suggestions from our customers very seriously," added Brown.  "Just this month we added two support professionals to our team."

About Strategies For Success
Strategies for Success is a services-focused consulting organization with a solid history of direct, hands-on experience in providing consulting assistance, marketing research, and staff training to client organizations in major industry service and technology segments. Notable companies include Intuit, Inc., Blue Ocean Software, Skyline Products, Inc., Blue Ridge Transportation, and Holland and Hart. The firm’s background includes working with organizations to successfully increase customer satisfaction, customer retention, and customer loyalty within organizations in the manufacturing, educational and professional services, legal services, and the software marketplace.

About Cherwell Software, Inc.
Cherwell Software is the developer of Cherwell Service Management™ – an integrated service management software solution for IT and support professionals. Cherwell Service Management™ was designed, from the ground up, using Microsoft’s .NET technology and out-of-the-box ITIL best practices. With fully-integrated Pink Elephant verified modules such as Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Release Management, Configuration Management, and Service Level Management - just to name a few, Cherwell Service Management™ provides a holistic approach to service management, allowing IT and support departments to align themselves with the businesses they support. Cherwell Service Management™ offers enterprise power with mid-market prices and ease of use. Cherwell Service Management™ customers include such companies as TV Guide, The Weather Channel, Ent Federal Credit Union, The University of Minnesota, Hallmark Services, Ohio State University, and Rosetta Stone.

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Cherwell Software was founded, and is managed, by a team of industry experts – including the former CEO of FrontRange Solutions, the former Chief Architect of FrontRange’s HEAT® and ITSM™ product lines, and the original founder and past CEO of the Help Desk Institute (HDI). We are passionate about customer care, and dedicated toward “building innovative technology based on yesterday values.” Please visit www.cherwellsoftware.com for more information about Cherwell Software.


Former CEO of HDI, Ron Muns Joins Cherwell Software

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Tuesday, August 05, 2008

“We are honored and delighted to welcome Ron Muns to our Cherwell team,” comments Vance F. Brown, President and CEO of Cherwell. “As the founder and past CEO of the Help Desk Institute (HDI) and the founder of Bendata, Inc. (currently FrontRange Solutions), we join many others who have proclaimed that Ron has earned the title of Father of the Help Desk Industry. Ron’s long-standing commitment and positive impact to the services industry is unquestioned. We are elated that Ron has chosen to continue making an on-going impact in this industry as part of our team. Ron has always been committed to talking with service professionals and listening to their needs. His customer-focused approach blends perfectly with Cherwell’s culture and passion.”

Says Ron, “Cherwell has assembled a team that I believe is superior in this industry. Their innovative technology is needed by so many companies—especially those that are trapped by old legacy systems. Cherwell Service Desk® is beyond any other system that exists today. Also, Cherwell truly listens to and cares for its customers. The Cherwell team is honest and value-driven. I have been in a consultative and objective role for a long time as founder and CEO of HDI, but after gaining a good understanding of the competitive landscape, I am now glad to be able to recommend a technology and a business partner that I believe is needed by companies today. Cherwell’s innovative .NET technology is not limited to just IT Service Management, but can be utilized and integrated across a company’s business segments.”

As Director of Innovation, Ron will be listening to the needs of the industry and assisting Cherwell with providing solutions to those needs.

About Cherwell Software

Cherwell Software, Inc. was founded and managed by a team of industry experts, including the former CEO of FrontRange Solutions® and the former Chief Architect of FrontRange’s HEAT® and ITSM product lines. We bring a state-of-the-art integrated IT service management product to the market—combined with focus and integrity. At Cherwell Software, we are passionate about one thing—listening to our customers and caring for their needs. Our core product, Cherwell Service Management® (CSM), is a web-enabled application built from the ground up using Microsoft® .NET technology incorporating the industry’s ITIL® best practices. CSM offers enterprise power and configurability at mid-market price and simplicity.  CSM satisfied customers include such companies as TV Guide, The Weather Channel, Ent Federal Credit Union, The University of Minnesota, Hallmark Services, and Rosetta Stone.

About Ron Muns

Ron has been a software programmer, a consultant for Ernst and Young, a long-time supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the founder of Bendata, Inc. and designer of HEAT® 1.0 (currently part of FrontRange Solutions®), and the founder and past CEO of HDI.



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