Granite Peak Systems, a Billings, MT, based information technology consulting firm and Qqest Software Systems Announce Partnership

Granite Peak Systems http://www.granitepeaksys.com , a Billings, MT, based information technology consulting firm, and Qqest Software Systems, a producer of time and attendance systems, today announced a strategic partnership to provide automated workforce management products for Montana businesses.

The new partnership allows Granite Peak Systems to offer advanced hardware and software systems that automate time and attendance tracking, job costing, and human resource functions. Richard Metcalf, Director of Distribution Sales for Qqest, said, “By offering our state-of-the-art solutions, Granite Peak Systems will enable Montana businesses to better manage their workforces and save real time and money. We are very pleased that Granite Peak Systems has partnered with us to help them maintain their competitive edge.”

Qqest’s hardware products range from basic swipe card time clocks to biometric scanners with detailed LCD interfaces; network software clocks (PC only) and Internet accessible clocks are also available. The award-winning TimeForce Software includes capabilities ranging from basic time and attendance, to department and tip tracking, to job tracking and costing.

Granite Peak Systems helps companies identify and implement technology solutions to address specific business problems. Tom Rupsis, founder and President, believes Qqest systems are a natural fit for Montana business. “Given Montana’s tight labor market, streamlining processes such as scheduling, absence tracking, time reporting, and payroll are easy ways to do more with less. Qqest offers capable and flexible solutions at a very reasonable price.”

About Granite Peak Systems

Granite Peak Systems provides IT consulting services such as strategic planning, software selection and implementation, data reporting and analysis, custom software development, and total IT outsourcing. Founded in 2006, the firm has a growing roster of clients representing the non-profit, retail, business services, and transportation industries. http://www.granitepeaksys.com

About Qqest Software Systems

Qqest Software Systems offers employee- and equipment-management software and hardware products that are flexible, robust, and affordable. Established in 1992, Qqest is a world-leading developer and manufacturer in the time & attendance industry. Over 35,000 customers ranging in size from 5 to over 5,000 employees have purchased Qqest solutions. Qqest is a proud member of the American Payroll Association (APA), the National Time & Equipment Association (NTEA), the International Payroll Providers Association (IPPA), the Better Business Bureau, and the Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce.

Product demos can be downloaded from the Qqest Web site at http://www.mytimeforce.com. For more information, Montana businesses should speak with Tom Rupsis at 406-672-8292 or [email protected] .