HUMANS: THE KEY TO STRENGTHENING IT SECURITY

Amit Patel, Senior Vice President at Consulting Solutions, explores the human side of cybersecurity in his latest article for ISACA, “Humans Are IT Security’s Weakest Link.”

The article highlights how accidental errors, insider threats, and insufficient training can compromise even the strongest cybersecurity measures. Amit offers actionable strategies, including ongoing education, clear policies, and advanced tools like multifactor authentication and AI-driven threat detection, to help organizations address these vulnerabilities.

Discover how to turn the human element from a weakness into a strength by reading the full article here.

AMIT PATEL HIGHLIGHTS ESSENTIAL ITSM SECURITY STRATEGIES IN NEW TECHSTRONG ITSM ARTICLE

Cybersecurity is no longer optional – it’s a necessity.

In his latest article featured in Techstrong ITSM, Consulting Solutions SVP Amit Patel emphasizes the urgent need for ITSM organizations to prioritize advanced security measures.

With cyber threats like ransomware and phishing on the rise, Amit outlines the critical steps organizations must take to protect their data and systems while spotlighting the powerful role of AI in the fight against cybercrime.

A must-read for anyone serious about staying ahead of today’s security risks.

Read the full article here.

Home Away from Home: Serving Hope at Family House

Team members from Empyrean and TEK Connexion had the privilege of volunteering at Family House in Pittsburgh. By preparing and serving a warm and delicious meal for those staying at the house, our team was able to support the Family House mission of creating a comfortable and affordable “home away from home” for those traveling to Pittsburgh for medical care.

We dedicate this volunteer opportunity in the memory of our recent team member, Faith Carl.

Thank you to all our volunteers for making a meaningful impact!

Consulting Solutions Named to 2024 Inc. 5000 List

With a three-year revenue growth of 82 percent, Consulting Solutions earns placement on the distinguished list of America’s fastest-growing private companies

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — August 14, 2024 — Consulting Solutions, a nationally recognized leader in technology workforce and consulting services, announced today that it has earned a spot on the annual Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America. The company made this year’s prestigious ranking with a three-year revenue growth of 82 percent.

The recognition is one of many for Consulting Solutions, which most recently was also named as one of the 2024 Largest Staffing Firms in the United States by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as well as one of the 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).

“To be recognized on this year’s Inc. 5000 is an honor and testament to the dedication and innovation of our entire team,” said Michael Werblun, CEO of Consulting Solutions. “Being listed among America’s fastest-growing private companies underscores our commitment to providing exceptional IT workforce and consulting services. We’re incredibly proud of this achievement and remain focused on delivering outstanding value and service to our clients.”

This is the second time that Consulting Solutions has been ranked on the Inc. 5000 since 2020.

The Inc. 5000 class of 2024 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. Among this year’s top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate is 1,637 percent. In all, this year’s Inc. 5000 companies have added 874,458 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

For complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, location, and other criteria, go to www.inc.com/inc5000. All 5000 companies are featured on Inc.com starting Tuesday, August 13, and the top 500 appear in the new issue of Inc. magazine, available on newsstands beginning Tuesday, August 20.

“One of the greatest joys of my job is going through the Inc. 5000 list,” said Mike Hofman, who recently joined Inc. as editor-in-chief. “To see all of the intriguing and surprising ways that companies are transforming sectors, from health care and AI to apparel and pet food, is fascinating for me as a journalist and storyteller. Congratulations to this year’s honorees, as well, for growing their businesses fast despite the economic disruption we all faced over the past three years, from supply chain woes to inflation to changes in the workforce.”

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology

Companies on the 2024 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2020 to 2023. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2020. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2023. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2020 is $100,000; the minimum for 2023 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

About Inc. 

Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.’s award-winning work achieves a monthly brand footprint of more than 40 million across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since its launch as the Inc. 100 in 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com.

For more information on the Inc. 5000 Conference & Gala, to be held from October 16 to 18 in Palm Desert, California, please visit http://conference.inc.com/.

About Consulting Solutions 

Consulting Solutions (www.consultingsolutions.com) is a nationally recognized leader in technology solutions and services. Consulting Solutions’ key practice areas include Advanced Analytics and Data Science, Agile + Product + Design, Application Development, Cloud & Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Delivery Leadership, Energy, and ERP (SAP & Oracle). Our scalable engagement models—from individual technology consultants to strategic enterprise programs—enable clients to tap into world-class talent, expertise, and services to drive technology and enterprise transformation initiatives. Consulting Solutions was recently named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, SIA Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., NABR Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation, Financial Times list of the Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies, and First Coast Worksite Wellness Council’s Gold Level Healthiest Companies.

NOW IS THE TIME FOR ORGANIZATIONS TO REEVALUATE AND PRIORITIZE THEIR AI OBJECTIVES

Check out Consulting Solutions SVP Amit Patel’s latest article, “To Ensure Your Company’s Future, The AI Revolution Must Begin Now,” where he explores how AI is transforming business worldwide.  

AI is reshaping the future of work. Don’t miss these essential insights on staying ahead! 

Read the full article here!

SVP AMIT PATEL FEATURED IN TECHREPUBLIC PREMIUM ARTICLE ON AI-DRIVEN CYBERSECURITY

Consulting Solutions SVP Amit Patel is featured in TechRepublic Premium’s latest article on AI and cybersecurity! Learn how AI is transforming threat detection and proactive threat hunting from industry experts. 

Boost your cybersecurity knowledge today and access the article here 

EXPERT TIPS ON PREVENTING DATA LEAKS IN COMMUNICATION PLATFORMS

Looking to boost your data security? Check out Consulting Solutions SVP Amit Patel’s latest insights in IT Brew! Amit shares essential strategies for protecting your communications platforms, including smart retention policies and real-time alerts. A must-read for anyone serious about safeguarding sensitive information! Click here to read the article!  

Consulting Solutions Named On SIA’s Largest US Staffing Firms List for Sixth Consecutive Year

JACKSONVILLE, Florida — July 16, 2024 — Consulting Solutions, a nationally recognized leader in technology workforce and consulting services, has again been named in the Largest Staffing Firms in the US research report by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), the global research and advisory firm focused on staffing and workforce solutions. This year’s report highlights 241 companies that generated at least $100 million in US staffing revenue in 2023. Consulting Solutions also made SIA’s list of largest IT staffing firms based on 2023 revenue.

“Being named once again to SIA’s list of largest staffing firms in the US is an incredible honor,” said Michael Werblun, CEO of Consulting Solutions. “The achievement is a testament to the exceptional talent and dedication of our teams, who continually go above and beyond to support our clients. Their commitment to excellence in delivering innovative solutions drives our success and is what sets us apart in the industry.”

“Despite a challenging year for the staffing industry, the 241 firms included on this year’s list is only down slightly from last year’s record of 251 firms, an impressive sign of resilience among industry leaders,” said SIA Research Analyst Kevin Chen, author of this year’s report. “Furthermore, as a sign of how much the staffing industry has grown in recent years, only 175 firms were included on the list in 2020. While 2024 is shaping up to be another difficult year, the firms on this year’s list show that staffing firms continue to be valuable partners in talent acquisition.”

Collectively, the firms listed in this year’s report generated $145.2 billion in US staffing revenue in 2023.

Consulting Solutions’ inclusion in the Largest Staffing Firms in the US: 2024 Update follows the company also being named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR).

About Consulting Solutions 

Consulting Solutions (www.consultingsolutions.com) is a nationally recognized leader in technology solutions and services. Consulting Solutions’ key practice areas include Advanced Analytics and Data Science, Agile + Product + Design, Application Development, Cloud & Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Delivery Leadership, Energy, and ERP (SAP & Oracle). Our scalable engagement models—from individual technology consultants to strategic enterprise programs—enable clients to tap into world-class talent, expertise, and services to drive technology and enterprise transformation initiatives. Consulting Solutions was recently named to the NABR Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation and the Financial Times list of the Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies.

2024 Recognition – Best and Brightest Companies to Work For

Consulting Solutions has been named one of the 2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in the Nation – our fourth recognition since 2020!

This prestigious award from the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) honors companies with the most innovative business acumen and HR practices.

With a competitive ten-to-one ratio selected for this recognition, our inclusion among winning companies highlights our commitment to the foundation of our organization: our Guiding Principles.  In particular:

  1. Our most important asset is our employees.  Your commitment, perseverance, and passion make us who we are.  Thank you for all that you do!
  2. Service to clients and consultants above all else.  Your dedication to excellence ensures we exceed expectations every day.
  3. Continuous improvement in everything we do.  Our focus on innovation and growth keeps us moving forward.

Empyrean Participates in Marcellus Shale Coalition Members Meeting

Earlier this month, Empyrean traveled to Omni Bedford Springs Resort for the Marcellus Shale Coalition Members Meeting and Golf Outing!  Empyrean is proud to support the Appalachian Basin with customized talent solutions in Engineering and IT.

Thank you to all the MSC Staff for making this an informative and enjoyable event.