LMC Software Solutions Awarded Second Round of Ben Franklin Technology Partners Funding

MORGANTOWN, Pa., Sept. 20, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- LMC Software Solutions LLC, a provider of software support solutions for enterprise systems, has been approved for a second round of funding from the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. LMC will use the monies to build out U.S. support operations and to fund a variety of business development and marketing initiatives.  LMC received its initial award in May 2010.

"We are delighted that LMC's initial sales indicators are so positive," said Connie Faylor, Ben Franklin Technology Partners Regional Manager, Greater Reading/Berks and Schuylkill. "LMC is serious about creating good jobs in Berks County, and we at Ben Franklin are supporting and accelerating its success."

Fran Connolly, founder and Chief Executive Officer of LMC, views the additional funding as continued confidence in LMC's vision and business direction. "The Ben Franklin Technology Partners program has stringent requirements.  LMC's demonstration of a viable solution that is delivering early-on value to clients contributed significantly to our award. We are grateful for their support."

The cornerstone of LMC's solution is the Enterprise Technical Support Center (ETSC), innovative web-based software designed specifically for technical teams that support business enterprise applications. ETSC contains a centralized, powerful set of features and tools that enable technical support teams to maximize the operational availability, management, and support of business enterprise applications. The integrated approach helps support teams more efficiently manage people-related processes and resolve issues in less time.  Leading analysts, including Gartner Consulting, view the retooling of Development Operations (DevOps) as a differentiating strategy for Global 2000 organizations.

LMC Chairman of the Board of Directors, Jeremy Coote, notes the ongoing value the company realizes from the Ben Franklin Solutions Network of business and technology advisors. Mr. Coote, CEO of InterComponentWare Inc. and former President of SAP America says, "Business partnerships are vital to LMC's future.  We currently tap specialized tool vendors and enterprise application vendors, thereby maintaining a best-of-breed, integrated platform.  The Ben Franklin Solutions Network keeps us connected to local players with technology that supports thinking of DevOps in a more efficient and effective way."

About LMC Software Solutions LLC

LMC Software Solutions creates solutions that address the complex support and development operations issues that companies face today in deploying and supporting critical business enterprise applications. LMC's Enterprise Technical Support Center offers a standard support framework that increases productivity, reduces downtime and creates new opportunity revenue.  LMC's innovative and comprehensive set of tools and services help clients maximize the ability of their enterprise systems.  Online at www.lmcsoftwaresolutions.com.

About the Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania is part of a statewide economic development initiative that links companies with business and technical experts, colleges and universities, and funding.  The organization's strategy encompasses three key areas: developing early-stage, technology-oriented companies; helping established manufacturers creatively apply new technologies and business practices; and promoting an innovative community-wide infrastructure that fosters a favorable business environment for high-growth companies. Online at www.nep.benfranklin.org.

Glenn D. Porter, VP of Sales
200 Bethlehem Drive
New Morgantown Corporate Center
Morgantown, PA 19543
[email protected]
(215) 850 3322

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