Springbrook Software Participates in CityNext

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Springbrook Software today announced it is working with Microsoft on CityNext, an initiative designed to help governments, businesses and citizens reimagine what is next for their cities. For the first time in history, more than 50 percent of the world's population lives in urban areas and nearly 70 percent of people will live in cities by 2050. This ongoing migration creates unprecedented opportunities, but also intensifies problems such as aging infrastructure, hazards to public health and safety, pollution, crime and traffic. Through the CityNext initiative, Microsoft and Springbrook Software will help leaders to do "new with less," by combining the power of technology with innovative ideas to connect governments, businesses and citizens with city services that increase efficiencies, reduce costs, foster a more sustainable environment and cultivate communities where people thrive.

Springbrook Software, the technology leader in the local government software market, provides cloud-based finance, utility, payroll and community development software to cities, towns, counties and districts. By joining Microsoft's CityNext initiative, Springbrook will help bring the power, flexibility and affordability of the cloud to local government. CityNext promises to deliver cloud solutions to every aspect of city government. Springbrook is pleased to be the selected finance, utility, payroll and community development partner.

"Our focus has always been helping local governments innovate and evolve. Participating in Microsoft CityNext gives us even more ways to help cities modernize and transform how they do business. Whether it's improving staff efficiency or better reaching and serving residents, Microsoft's secure, familiar tools and technology give us what we need to help cities take the next step," said Steve Rementeria, Springbrook CEO.

"We're thrilled to partner with Springbrook Software on CityNext. Microsoft prioritizes putting people and partners first in our initiatives and CityNext is no different," said Laura Ipsen, corporate vice president Microsoft Worldwide Public Sector.  "Even though cities are feeling the strain from economic challenges, we believe a new era of innovation will create opportunities for people to utilize technology to accomplish what they never thought possible.  We're inspired by our diverse partner ecosystem and know that working together we can help cities realize their full potential."

About Springbrook Software: Based in Portland, Oregon, Springbrook Software is the leader in cloud-based fund accounting, payroll, human resources, utility billing and community development enterprise software solutions to local governments and special districts. For 30 years, Springbrook has developed partnerships with clients to ensure long-lasting relationships. Springbrook's innovative applications provide a foundation for public officials to efficiently manage funds and resources in a rapidly changing environment.

For more information, press only:
Bert Lowry, Springbrook Software, (866) 256-7661, [email protected]

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