Online Tech Expands Cloud, Data Services with Neverfail Acquisition

Online Tech, the Ann Arbor, MI-based provider of cloud services, beefed up its capabilities last month when it acquired the infrastructure-as-a-service and data protection businesses of Neverfail, an IT company located in Austin, TX. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Online Tech CEO Brad Cheedle says his company offers managed services around cloud … Continue reading “Online Tech Expands Cloud, Data Services with Neverfail Acquisition”

Schurz Communications Acquires Online Tech, Plans National Expansion

Online Tech, an Ann Arbor, MI-based cloud computing company operating since 1994, has been acquired by Schurz Communications, a media conglomerate headquartered in Mishawaka, IN. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Online Tech, which also has data centers in Indianapolis and Kansas City, MO, is a pioneer in healthcare IT. The company specializes … Continue reading “Schurz Communications Acquires Online Tech, Plans National Expansion”

Roundup: NextEnergy, Start Garden, LLamasoft, Atterocor, U-M, More

Here’s a look at news from around Michigan’s innovation hubs: —NextEnergy, the Detroit-based nonprofit driving the development of Michigan’s clean energy sectors, has officially launched NextChallenge, a business competition meant to inspire the development of innovative energy solutions. The challenge will address the unique lighting technology needs of Ford Motor Company and RecoveryPark, a major … Continue reading “Roundup: NextEnergy, Start Garden, LLamasoft, Atterocor, U-M, More”

Ann Arbor SPARK Honors 15 Steadily Growing Michigan Companies

Ann Arbor SPARK, the nonprofit business development organization that offers incubation services to tech-based startups, has announced its FastTrack awards to recognize companies in the region that have demonstrated consistent growth. To be eligible for a FastTrack award, companies were required to have revenue of at least $100,000 in 2010, with an annual growth rate … Continue reading “Ann Arbor SPARK Honors 15 Steadily Growing Michigan Companies”

MEDC Announces New ‘Economic Gardening’ Pilot Program

A new program announced by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation yesterday will connect 54 Michigan small businesses with a team of national experts, who will provide each company with 35 hours of guidance in the areas of strategy and management; market research and competitive intelligence; Internet and social media strategy; and help with identifying potential customers in other … Continue reading “MEDC Announces New ‘Economic Gardening’ Pilot Program”