Version 1 was proud to be named a finalist in the 2019 Microsoft Partner of the Year Data Estate Modernisation Award category.
The award recognises Microsoft partners that deliver exceptional solutions built on the Microsoft Data Platform, helping customers modernise mission-critical applications through innovative use of Microsoft technologies across both on-premises and Azure environments.
Finalists are recognised for delivering solutions that leverage technologies including SQL Server and Azure Data Services to improve:
- High availability
- Performance
- Scalability
- Hybrid cloud architectures
- Mission-critical application modernisation
Version 1 was selected from a highly competitive global field of Microsoft partners, recognising the company’s excellence in innovation, technical delivery and customer outcomes.
Recognition for Data Estate Modernisation Excellence
Commenting on the achievement, Tom O’Connor, CEO of Version 1, said:
“We are very proud that Microsoft has recognised our team for delivering outstanding solutions that have enabled customers to modernise and transform mission-critical applications.
We view our work in Data Estate Modernisation, Application Modernisation and Digital Transformation as best-in-class, and our long-standing expertise in Microsoft technologies allows us to tailor solutions to the unique needs of our customers.
This is particularly important given the growing demand for modern, scalable and highly available digital services. We believe this recognition reinforces our specialist capabilities in these areas.”
Tom continued:
“The finalists and winners were selected from more than 2,900 nominations worldwide based on their commitment to customers, the impact of their solutions and their exemplary use of Microsoft technologies.
Being named a finalist in such a competitive field is a testament to the incredible effort of our employees in delivering customer success and making a real difference through technology.”
Delivering Customer Success Through Modernisation
Version 1’s Data Estate Modernisation expertise has helped organisations modernise critical business systems, improve operational efficiency and accelerate digital transformation.
Notable customer engagements included projects with:
- Musgrave Group
- DAE Capital
Musgrave Group Transformation
Reflecting on the impact of Version 1’s work, Gerard O’Flynn of Musgrave Group said:
“We have seen first-hand the impact Version 1 has delivered at Musgrave Group, and our business will benefit significantly from the newly digitised Musgrave Processing Hub.
The modernisation of legacy systems into a cloud-based digital platform delivers wide-ranging benefits for our retail partners, including self-service functionality, mobile compatibility, process automation and enhanced financial insights that support faster and more informed decision-making.”
DAE Capital Digital Transformation
Fiona Taaffe, Chief Information Officer at DAE Capital, commented:
“In Version 1, DAE has a true partner and we have felt the impact of Version 1 throughout our business.
During our digital transformation programme, including the migration of core proprietary applications and Oracle E-Business Suite to Microsoft Azure, Version 1 consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of our business objectives.
The team was easy to work with, delivered high-quality solutions and provided practical, innovative recommendations that helped us achieve our goals. Our organisation will benefit significantly from this transformation.”
Recognition from Microsoft
Commenting on the partner awards programme, Gavriella Schuster, Corporate Vice President, One Commercial Partner at Microsoft, said:
“It’s an honour to recognise finalists and winners of the Microsoft 2019 Partner of the Year Awards.
These organisations are successfully leading their industries, building intelligent solutions, addressing complex business challenges and making more possible for customers around the world.”
The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards recognise Microsoft partners that have developed and delivered outstanding Microsoft-based solutions and services during the previous year.
