DP Solutions Acquires Owings Mills-based Advanced Technologies Support Group (ATSG)

DP Solutions, a Columbia, Maryland-based information technology services firm, announced today that it has acquired Advanced Technologies Support Group (ATSG). The combined entities have over 50 years of experience, comprise a workforce of 60 employees and serve hundreds of businesses across the Nation.

Columbia, MD (PRWEB) May 7, 2009 -- DP Solutions, a Columbia, Maryland-based information technology services firm, announced today that it has acquired Advanced Technologies Support Group (ATSG). The combined entities have over 50 years of experience, comprise a workforce of 60 employees and serve hundreds of businesses across the Nation.

DP Solutions views the acquisition of ATSG's business as a strategic step in expanding its Managed Network Services business and obtaining the technical and management staff required to meet its business goals. ATSG has established a successful Managed Network Services platform entitled "Confidence-Plus", which is recognized as one of the leading managed services offerings in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Additionally, DP Solutions will offer expanded resources to support the growth of both companies' hosted, disaster recovery, and application support offerings. As a combined, larger company, the DP Solutions/ATSG organization will provide enhanced services for all customers and personal growth opportunities for the employees of both companies.

"The changes this merger brings are exciting and rewarding to both ATSG and DP Solutions' customers, as they will enjoy superior skill sets and an increased depth and breadth of services including managed network services, high availability, disaster recovery, Internet connectivity and an experienced team of professionals," said Simon Tutt, President of DP Solutions. "We all expect that this merger of people and products is a formula whereby 1 + 1 = 3."

"The merger of ATSG with DP Solutions will benefit our customers and provide new opportunities for our employees. With our combined talent and resources, we are now able to deliver additional services and increased value to our customers," commented John Heinz, ATSG President.

The merger is effective immediately. The new company will retain the name Data Processing Solutions, Inc. doing business as DP Solutions. It will operate out of the DP Solutions headquarters located at 9160 Red Branch Road, Suite W-1, Columbia, MD 21045.

About ATSG:

ATSG is an information technology services firm that has been serving the Baltimore-Washington region for more than 15 years. Over the last 3 years, ATSG has made significant investments in service delivery infrastructure including applications, hardware, new product offerings, and technical staff. These investments have enabled ATSG technicians to provide consistent, proactive, comprehensive and reliable service to its customers.

About DP Solutions:

Founded in 1971, DP Solutions serves as a trusted business partner to its clients by providing innovative Managed Network Services, Managed Hosting Solutions and Disaster-Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS) technology solutions that help advance and grow customer's businesses. DP Solutions ensures that its clients are prepared to run their businesses effectively, with maximum efficiency, reliability and support. The company is committed to excellence in work ethic, in the products and services provided, and in its relationships with clients, employees, industries and communities. With over 38 years of experience, and a highly skilled workforce, DP Solutions centers on applying best practices and providing exceptional IT business solutions for its clients. For more information, please visit, www.dpsolutions.com.

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