CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The opening of this US office accelerates a strategic plan for rapid expansion of the client base in North America.  Using a-tune products, customers are able to streamline their protocol review processes, increase efficiencies within the vivariums while increasing their ability to remain compliant with federal authorities. a-tune's web based application, Tick@lab, has been designed specifically to administer the requirements of managing a medical research facility.  Clients are from a variety of medical research sectors including Pharmaceutical, Contract Research, Biotechnology, Research University Hospitals and Government institutions.  

a-tune's CEO, Mr. Andreas Staubi, commented: "Tick@lab is a proven system which has been successfully implemented in locations worldwide and is delivering impressive results for our clients in terms of reducing compliance risks, optimizing work flow processes, and increasing data integrity throughout the research life cycle."  Andreas goes on to say, "There are huge challenges facing global organizations in terms of managing data, while remaining in compliance with regulations throughout the world.  Everyone here at a-tune is proud to know that they have contributed to providing the solution to this challenge."

At the same time Mr. J. Patrick Guider, Jr.  has been appointed to be General Manager of North American Operations.  Mr. Andreas  Staubi, CEO introduced Pat by saying, "Pat has more than 30 years in the medical research industry, he knows exactly what is needed to attract the right team, choose the right partners and demonstrate to the US market the value of our product suite.  He brings with him a wealth of industry knowledge and we are pleased to have him as part of our team in this pivotal role."

Mr. Guider states, "It is a privilege to have been selected by the a-tune board of directors to lead this strategic and critical mission.  Having worked in this industry for many years I have been associated with many technology efforts, however, none come close to the product portfolio developed by a-tune.  The products are built utilizing a quality driven methodology which is focused on reusability, rapid implementation and most importantly, regulatory compliance.  What I have found most gratifying is that the leadership of a-tune is comprised of a team which is not only committed to the US market, but is also committed to building upon their international relationships while considering it paramount that our clients recognize us as a trusted technology partner."

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a-tune software, Inc.  Harvard Square, One Miffin Place, Suite 400, Cambridge Ma. 02138
J. Patrick Guider       Tel: 617.401.7930       www.a-tune.com       inquiries: pguider@a-tune.com

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