Agency/ClientNaval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Contract VehicleSeaPort- NxG
We are thrilled to have ePATHUSA, Inc. featured in the CIRAS - Iowa State University's Center for Industrial Research and Service Search's (@CIRAS) Summer edition of the CIRAS News magazine. The paper highlights our journey and achievements as a government contractor, especially in the federal 8(a) and Women-owned small business categories. We are grateful to receive the 2023 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES, INC. (NAWOSB) of the Year award from the National 8(a) Association and HUBZone Contractors National Council.We look forward to providing even better results this fiscal year, including at the Department of Defense. We are thankful for the opportunities to be your IT consulting partner!
ePATHUSA is excited to be at the Iowa Small Business focused Entrepreneur Expo with Senator Joni Ernst. We are thankful for Senator Joni Ernst and her efforts to bring federal contracting to Iowa. Our CEO and Vice-President were delighted to hear from the Senator and meet with other Iowan businesses.
Our journey is a testament to an exceptional team whose dedication and brilliance have turned challenges into victories. We've conquered industry hurdles and set new benchmarks, making our path truly extraordinary. With each year, we've grown in strength and innovation, and our future shines brighter than ever. Our team is more than just a workforce; it's a dynamic community fueled by shared goals and aspirations. Together, we've cultivated an environment that nurtures creativity, collaboration, and success. Our achievements are a testament to the incredible things we can achieve when we unite as one.
ePATHUSA is pleased to have participated in the 3rd Annual Black & Brown Business Summit, held last week in West Des Moines, IA. This summit brought together a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals to connect, receive training, and advance the minority business community across the country. We are proud to have had Hari Nallure, Vice President of ePATHUSA serve as a speaker in the Government Contracting session, sharing valuable insights on doing business with the government. A big thanks to the City of West Des Moines, West Des Moines Chamber, and all the Sponsors for organizing this momentous event!
We are thrilled to announce that ePATHUSA, Inc. was awarded the Woman-Owned Business of the Year at the National 8(a) Association and the HUBZone Contractors National Council‘s Gala on Feb 15, 2023! We are deeply grateful for this recognition, and we extend our #congratulations to all other amazing finalists and small business participants of the awards. A big thank you to the organizers for putting together such a fabulous event! Additionally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our hardworking and dedicated employees who played an integral role in this incredible achievement. We couldn’t have done it without you!
We are thrilled to announce that 2023 has started on a positive note for ePATHUSA, Inc.! On March 20, 2023 ePATHUSA has been honored with a prestigious SBA IMPACT Award by SBA Iowa District at West Des Moines Council meeting. We are deeply grateful for the support and recognition of the U.S. Small Business Administration (Iowa), West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, City of West Des Moines and City Council. Our President, Co-founder Anitha Timiri G, Hari Nallure is thankful to Dawnelle Conley & Jayne Armstrongfor their guidance and continued support. We are proud of our dedicated staff ePATHTeam who continuously strives to excel in the industry, and assist clients nationwide and help small businesses in the community. Thank you for your unwavering dedication!
Shoutout to Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) APEX for spreading the word about ePATHUSA'S award in your recent newsletter to Iowa State University CIRAS! Your support is instrumental in helping ePATHUSA reach a wider audience and celebrate success.
We are excited to announce that ePATHUSA has been selected as a finalist for the National 8a Association and the HUBZone Contractors National Council's Women Owner Small Business of the Year! Congratulations to all of the businesses being celebrated at these upcoming awards during the National Small Business Industry Gala on February 15, 2023, at the World War II Museum in New Orleans, LA.
We are excited to announce that ePATHUSA inc has been awarded a contract with the Nevada Equal Right Commission (NERC) to design, develop, and host a Case Management System on the Azure Government platform. This is a significant achievement for our team and we are thrilled to be able to partner with the state of Nevada to bring innovative technology solutions to their organization. Thank you to the NERC team for their trust in our abilities and we look forward to a successful collaboration.
Anyone can experience trafficking in any community, just as anyone can be the victim of any kind of crime. ePATH joined Iowa Businesses "Against Human Trafficking", and committed to support to stop this crime by raising awareness. How can we help?If you see a situation where you believe someone is being trafficked, here’s what you can do: Call your local law enforcement agency by dialing 911 and reporting what you seeFor victim services in Iowa, contact the Iowa Helpline at 1-800-770-1650 or text “IOWAHELP” to 20121 Call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline, toll-free, at 1-888-373-7888 (to report a tip or request services).
ePATHUSA was delighted to have the very talented group from the First Tech Challenge team - "Deus Ex Machina (20180)" with us yesterday and learn about their journey into robotic automation and their exceptionally innovate robot. We had a great interactive session with the bright Robotics team explaining and answering questions on how they built the robot and the roadblocks they faced building it. ePATHUSA is always happy to foster educational, technical and innovation skills via the outreach programs in our local communities, especially schools and colleges. Our CEO, Anitha TG was present for the demonstration and from all of us at ePATHUSA, would like to wish the "Deus Ex Machina" team success in their future competitions.
ePATHUSA has extended their relationship for another 4 years with the State of Nevada's Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) division. We will continue to provide exceptional value and quality with our hosting and maintenance services using the Azure cloud platform. ePATHUSA is excited to support DETR and NERC (Nevada Equal Right Commission) and continue to serve their goal of helping Nevadans improve workforce skills and provide equal opportunities. ePATHUSA is excited to continue our support of DETR and NERC (Nevada Equal Right Commission), and their mission of providing Nevadans with workforce skills and equal opportunities.
ePATHUSA has been awarded the MNIT/MDA AgBMP Automation Project. Part of this, ePATH will offer the requirements and solution design for the Loan Application. We look forward to working with the State of Minnesota and adding a new State into our portfolio.
ePATHUSA is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment's Empowerment Score Web Development contract. Under this contract, ePATHUSA will provide our premier web development services to the state of Colorado. We are immensely honored to be working with the state of Colorado, supporting the mission of the Department of Labor and excited for the opportunity to demonstrate our expertise in web solutions.
Today, ePATHUSA announced that it has been appraised at level 3 of the CMMI Institute's Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI). CMMI is a capability improvement framework that provides organizations with the essential elements of effective processes that ultimately improve their performance. An appraisal at maturity level 3 indicates the organization is performing at a "defined" level. At this level, processes are described in standards, procedures, tools, and methods. The organization's set of standard processes, which is the basis for maturity level 3, is established and improved over time. CMMI Institute is the global leader in the advancement of best practices in people processes, and technology. CMMI Institute's promise is to inspire cultures of continuous improvement that elevate performance and create sustainable competitive advantage. CMMI Institute offers market-driven solutions that provide insights for baselining and optimizing key organizational capabilities, cyber maturity, and data assets to elevate business performance. For over 25 years, thousands of high-performing organizations in a variety of industries, including aerospace, finance, healthcare, information technology, software defense, transportation, and telecommunications, have achieved sustainable business success through adopting the CMMI and proved they are capable business partners and suppliers. To learn more about how CMMI can help your organization elevate performance, visit CMMIinstitute.com.
ePATHUSA is pleased to announce that we have received a Seaport Next Generation (NxG) Sub contract award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ), multiple-award contract vehicle. SeaPort-NxG is the Navy's electronic platform for acquiring support services in 23 functional areas including Engineering, Financial Management, and Program Management. The government estimates the Navy will procure $5 billion worth of services annually through task orders issued under SeaPort-NxG. ePATHUSA looks forward to the opportunity to expand our services supporting the Navy. Under this contract, ePATHUSA will support the U.S. Navy's main electronic platform for acquiring support services across 23 different functional groups, including groups under Engineering Services and Program Management.
We are happy to announce that the State of North Dakota has awarded ePATHUSA the "Information Technology Professional Services Contract Pool" contract. The STATE has an ongoing need for Information Technology (IT) professionals in a variety of job classifications for both project-based and staff-augmentation work. We are excited for the opportunity to work with the State of North Dakota and look forward to providing our premiere IT services. Contract End Date is Sep 30th, 2025 To contact ePATHUSA regarding our IT services.
ePATHUSA CEO Anitha Timiri had the opportunity to sit down for an interview with Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) as part of their catalysts series. The founder of the IT consulting and services company discusses how her journey to the US, her technology and cultural background, and industry experience drive her success, values, and ideas. Read the the full article at the official TAI website here. For more information ePATHUSA and our services, please follow the link here.
ePATHUSA Inc. is excited to announce that we have opened a new regional office in Florida. The new office will help facilitate ePATHUSA growth as we continue to expand our premier IT services across the United States. With experience operating in the Sun Belt, ePATHUSA has provided cloud computing, legacy modernization, and IT staffing services to the Southeast, including the State of Georgia. We look forward to bringing our brand of innovation to The Sunshine State!
ePATHUSA is honored to announce that we have been named the Best Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion during the first annual UScellular Best of the West Awards! A big thank you to everyone who nominated us for and to the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and City of West Des Moines for presenting the awards! The competition aims to find the top businesses in West Des Moines across fifty categories, chosen by employees, businesses, and residents of the city. The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce vision is to make West Des Moines the best suburban city in America to live, work, and play while giving area businesses the chance to take a bow and be recognized. ePATHUSA is humbled to receive this recognition alongside such an impressive lineup of local businesses. Best of the West award winners can be found on the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce site here.
Community Transit, Snohomish County (WA) public transportation provider, has awarded ePATHUSA the On-Call IT Consulting Services Roster contract. The aim of the contract was to find IT-service providers who could provide a wide range of IT services. The contract will allow ePATHUSA to submit proposals for software and app design and implementation, business intelligence and analytics, staff augmentation, and technical writing and documentation among other IT-related services. We are proud to help Community Transit assist residents and travelers of Snohomish County get from where they are to where they want to be For more information on Community Transit, follow the link here. To contact ePATHUSA about our services, please follow the link here.
ePATHUSA is happy to announce that we have been awarded the Self-Exclusion Database Hosting and Maintenance contract with the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission (IRGC). The contract is for the hosting and maintenance of the IRGC Self-Exclusion Database, which is used to record the status of individuals participating in the Iowa Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program. ePATHUSA will be responsible for the hosting, maintenance, and future enhancements of the Self-Exclusion Database. This will be accomplished through the management of the database, maintenance of cross-browser support, and the implementation of up-to-date web security. We are excited for the opportunity to work with the IRGC and look forward to providing our premiere IT services to our home state.
ePATHUSA is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the MNSITE (Minnesota Seeking IT Expertise) Program master contract. The state of Minnesota designed the MNSITE program as a means to procure IT-related services by way of a fast and intuitive process. The entity awarded the master contract is able to provide all requested IT services to the state of Minnesota. Under this agreement, ePATHUSA will provide our premier IT services to the state of Minnesota. We are tremendously honored to be working with the state of Minnesota and proud to be providing our expert IT solutions to our neighboring state.
ePATHUSA is excited to announce our newest SaaS product, the ePATH eLS (electronic licensing system). The fully featured licensing and management system is an innovative yet intuitive platform for gaming and racing licensure for state governments. From entities to individuals, the ePATH eLS will be able to streamline and improve the licensing and license managing process. Features include an easy-to-navigate and update user interface, detailed search, and robust reporting. Additionally, the licensing system will be nonintrusive and easy to implement. The service will be available via cloud computing with a launch announcement coming at a later date. Until then, the ePATHUSA team can wait to share more details as the project nears completion! For the latest news and updates from ePATHUSA, head over to the blog or follow us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
As COVID-19 continues to affect our personal and professional lives, we are continuing to take the health and well-being of our employees and clients into consideration by taking necessary safety precautions and following CDC guidelines. However, we are still committed to providing the full range of quality services you expect from ePATHUSA and maintaining all essential business operations. Although the way companies are conducting business is changing, we have always believed that working relationships should be based on trust and understanding, and that has not changed. We emphasize collaboration and ingenuity as we work together with you to optimize your processes, elevate your technology, and help you navigate and compete in a newly changed world. We are inviting you to connect with us so that we can help you and your employees adapt to a new normal." We can assist your business by implementing effective and efficient remote working solutions and develop, design, or update your website to better help your clients and customers current needs. With many industries increasingly turning towards digital marketing, we can help you drive traffic, generate leads, and manage customer relationships with email and search engine marketing and campaigns. Do you need to transform your data into actionable insights? We can help with that as well by incorporating our proven data science and AI expertise. In whichever way we can provide support during such uncertain and challenging times, ePATHUSA is here for you. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your ePATHUSA POC or contact us at: Phone: (515) 974-6778 Email: [email protected]
The major challenges facing small businesses are numerous. Many businesses struggle to find the time to manage business operations while bringing in new customers. Additionally, businesses spend large amounts of money on advertising but don't have the resources to follow up with leads. ePATHUSA can help with that! In today's digital era, our services can help you put your business ahead of your competition!
To our Employees, Clients, and Partners, COVID-19 is redefining professional and personal life, and we believe it is perfectly fine to adopt ingenious ways to adjust with the changing times. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by Corona virus and we want to reassure you that we are fully equipped to help and maintain projects. In this time of crisis, we took timely action to ensure safety of our teams besides maintaining business continuity. For our valued customers, we are leveraging leading-edge technology and remote solutions to help and maintain essential operations and offering super speedy response to customer queries, and even changed our business model to address emerging customer needs, supported by our committed and professional staff members to provide services. As we prepare for what appears to be our “new normal†for the likely future, I want to take a moment to share these perspectives with you. We’ll continue to assess our plans based on guidance from Local & National governments and health authorities. I would like to lay out how the decisions we are making in response to COVID-19 align with the Company’s mission and the values all ePATHUSA team members share. If you have questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your ePATH POC or email me directly at [email protected]. Please Stay safe & healthy and let us know how we can help. Best regards, Timiri G Anitha, CEO
ePathUSA, Inc., a leading provider of software development, is pleased to announce that we have been chosen for the modernization of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission's Legacy Licensing System. We are grateful for the trust IRGC has placed in us.
ePATHUSA, Inc. has begun the process of doing a total web portal redesign for one of the largest insurance brokerage companies. As an industry leader, they knew they needed a company they could trust to create a fresh, new, and database-driven functional web portal. We planned the user experience to reflect what company audiences should expect to have in order to easily navigate the portal! ePATHUSA will be present throughout the discovery, planning, design, and production processes.
ePATHUSA Inc is excited to announce we have received another additional one-year contract renewal with one of the nation's top public transportation agencies. We have been providing support to IDENTIFY, UPGRADE and REPLACE aging, failing and outdated network equipment in their system SINCE 2004. We ensure the infrastructure continues to keep pace with the constantly changing technology. Upgrading network security, share point services, network product firmware, and operating systems to increase equipment performance and features will continue to be provided.
Iowa Economic Development Board approves award to support nearly $456 million in capital investments in Iowa which awarded direct financial assistance and tax benefits to eight companies for job creation and expansion project. ePATHUSA. Inc. is proud to say that we were one of the eight companies to receive a portion of this award.Plans are now to relocate to accommodate the expansion and continued/future growth of the company. Download detailed information
We are happy to announce that, ePATHUSA has qualified for The State of Iowa's Information Technology Managed Services ITQ Prequalification Process (ITQ1216185007) on two categories; Application & Web Development and IT Business Services.
ePATHUSA has celebrated 11 years of business in Iowa. On May 6th 2005,ePATHUSA was founded in Iowa. A small office was established over a decade ago serving local clients,and today is a recognized and certified business that provides consulting and managed services to commercial, nonprofit, Federal and State entities.
Another milestone achieved by ePATHUSA Inc, we are now recognized as Silver Partner by IT Industry giant Microsoft. We take pride in announcing that officially, now we are Silver Partners with Microsoft, our knowledge on Microsoft stack is growing deeper, thereby delivering exceptional and extraordinary benefits to our customers. As Microsoft partners, we stand ready to execute to those customers who are looking for solutions to their sophisticated requirements.
No technology is left untouched as we believe in adopting and adapting trends as they change with time and user demands. Be it web application design or mobile application development, we are ready to work with infinite possibilities. ePATHUSA is excited to announce that we have recently developed multiple Mobile Applications for clients in and around Iowa. We are now expanding our wings to take our expertise nation-wide. Our mobile applications are full-service and include professional strategy, enhanced user experience, aesthetic design, Innovative web development, quality assurance, Integration, and thorough documentation along the way. We utilize Ionic framework so our applications can be seamlessly built for Apple, Android, and Windows devices. They utilize one codebase, allowing us to develop progressive web and mobile applications alike. This ensures there is a cohesive vision between the web and mobile presence.
ePATHUSA, Inc is now successfully certified with ISO 9001:2015, reaching an internationally recognized standard of excellence through building a process-driven organization able to meet customer requirements, while continuously improving our operations. It is a wonderful and great achievement to move to the next level by providing quality services to our clients.
ePATHUSA, Inc is now a successful ISO 27001:2013 standards compliance organization. We can proudly say that our IT development and IT Infrastructure is in compliance with NIST 800-53 Cyber Security Standards. This certification will help us to maintain and monitor our activities in compliance with the security standards.
Committed to continuous improvement and closing the capability gap, ePATHUSA, Inc has been appraised at level 2 of the CMMI Institute's Capability Maturity Model Integration! Maturity Level 3 : Managed Our organization's projects use processes and are planned and executed accordingly with skilled people.
Committed to continuous improvement and closing the capability gap, ePATHUSA, Inc has been appraised at level 2 of the CMMI Institute's Capability Maturity Model Integration! Maturity Level 2 : Managed Our organization's projects use processes and are planned and executed accordingly with skilled people.
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On August 10, Iowa and other parts of the Midwest were hit by a derecho (from Spanish: '"straight'), a short-lived but potentially devastating series of thunderstorms, earning its name from its straight-line movement pattern. Unofficially referred to as inland hurricanes due to their ability to cause or exceed hurricane-force winds, the storm system has also been known to cause tornados, heavy rains, and flash floods. Last week's derecho brought winds...
Are you looking to find out why cloud-based IT services are right for your small business? You've come to the right place! Read on to discover why you and your small business need the cloud. What Is Cloud Computing? The cloud stands for cloud computing - the practice of using a network of remote servers hosted on the internet to store, manage, and process data. This is typically contrasted to...
As COVID-19 continues to affect our personal and professional lives, we are continuing to prioritize the health and well-being of our employees and clients. We are currently taking necessary safety precautions and following CDC guidelines. However, we are still committed to providing the full range of quality services you expect from ePATHUSA and maintaining all essential business operations. We're here to help you. Although the way companies are conducting business...
To our Employees, Clients, and Partners, COVID-19 is redefining professional and personal life, and we believe it is perfectly fine to adopt ingenious ways to adjust with the changing times. Our thoughts are with all of those affected by Corona virus and we want to reassure you that we are fully equipped to help and maintain projects. In this time of crisis, we took timely action to ensure safety of our...
Project Description VOX Network Solutions is a telecommunications company that offers converged voice and data services . It provides consulting, contact center, collaboration, network, security, managed services and a prescriptive process methodology to businesses. Project Objectives To provide Avaya IVR system and its infrastructure support to Vox Network Solutions on an ongoing basis as per the business needs. Detail Description The provided Avaya IR system is an interactive voice response...
Project Description PIPAC is an established and experienced nationwide Health and Life insurance brokerage company founded by an agent for agents. PIPAC has 40 plus years of industry experience, carrier and agent relationships with a strong belief in doing the right thing. Agents describe the PIPAC team as friendly, responsive, detailed and totally service oriented. Project Objectives Given their business is delivering insurance packages that are custom made for the...
Project Description Calpine Corporation is the largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources in the United States, with operations in competitive power markets. A Fortune 500 company based in Houston, Texas, the company is owned by an affiliate of Energy Capital Partners and a consortium of other investors. Project Objectives The business was looking for cloud architecture and integration for their existing applications. The cloud integration was...
Project Description The Iowa department of Revenue (Legacy Systems) to support IRIS and its surrounding mainframe applications. Project Objectives The main goal was to conduct a Mainframe Legacy Health Check which will identify costs, risks, opportunities, and assess the ability and longevity of the workforce to support IRIS. Detail Description Work relating to analyzing the legacy systems is the acquisition of “Operational Knowledge” of the production systems which entails analyzing...
Project Description The University of Iowa is the oldest institution of higher education in the state of Iowa, widely recognized for its public research activities, health care programs, law and fine arts. The University operates through its 11 colleges and spread over 1800 acres of campus space. Project Objectives ePATHUSA worked with the University to assist the campus space planning process by designing and developing a Space modeling system. The...
Project Description The Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) is the state of Nevada’s workforce development agency. Offering workforce related services, job placement and training, services for people with disabilities, investigation of claims of discrimination, unemployment insurance benefits, labor market data and more. Many of these services are provided through Nevada JobConnect career centers. Project Objectives DETR wanted to redesign the legacy website to deliver a more adaptive and...
ePATHUSA is pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s Empowerment Score Web Development contract. Under this contract, ePATHUSA will provide our premier web development services to the state of Colorado. We are immensely honored to be working with the state of Colorado, supporting the mission of the Department of Labor and excited for the opportunity to demonstrate our expertise in web solutions.
ePATHUSA has been awarded the MNIT/MDA AgBMP Automation Project. Part of this, ePATH will offer the requirements and solution design for the Loan Application. We look forward to working with the State of Minnesota and adding a new State into our portfolio.
Project Description The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is a federal agency within the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that administers the Medicare program and works in partnership with state governments to administer Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and health insurance portability standards. Project Objectives The premium aggregation service is a financial and administrative system to allow qualified employers to receive a...
Project Description The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is the principal public transport operator in the Atlanta metropolitan area. MARTA is a multi-county authority that is governed by a board of directors, consisting of representatives appointed from the city of Atlanta (3 members), and the remainder of the counties of Fulton, Clayton and DeKalb. Project Objectives MARTA needed to provide an amazing collaborative platform that is highly configurable and...
ePATHUSA strongly believes in supporting local communities, which is why this year we are helping to give back to the community that has given us so much. This holiday season, almost 200,000 Iowans will experience food scarcity this season. To combat this, we are helping to raise donations for the Food Bank of Iowa. The non-profit group in their mission to combat hunger in the area. No amount is too...
Project Description VOX Network Solutions is a telecommunications company that offers converged voice and data services . It provides consulting, contact center, collaboration, network, security, managed services and a prescriptive process methodology to businesses. Project Objectives To provide Avaya IVR system and its infrastructure support to Vox Network Solutions on an ongoing basis as per the business needs. Detail Description The provided Avaya IR system is an interactive voice response...
Project Description PIPAC is an established and experienced nationwide Health and Life insurance brokerage company founded by an agent for agents. PIPAC has 40 plus years of industry experience, carrier and agent relationships with a strong belief in doing the right thing. Agents describe the PIPAC team as friendly, responsive, detailed and totally service oriented. Project Objectives Given their business is delivering insurance packages that are custom made for the...
Project Description Calpine Corporation is the largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources in the United States, with operations in competitive power markets. A Fortune 500 company based in Houston, Texas, the company is owned by an affiliate of Energy Capital Partners and a consortium of other investors. Project Objectives The business was looking for cloud architecture and integration for their existing applications. The cloud integration was...
As businesses increasingly adopt hybrid-cloud solutions for their IT infrastructure, it's crucial for business owners to grasp the technical nuances that come with it. In this blog post, we'll break down the complexities of hybrid-cloud deployment in simpler terms and provide practical insights for business leaders. I. Demystifying Hybrid-Cloud Basics: Understand the components: on-premises servers, private clouds, and public clouds. Explore how these elements work together to enhance flexibility and...
In the digital age, businesses are increasingly reliant on cloud solutions to manage their data. However, navigating the complexities of data management in the cloud requires not just technological prowess but also strategic guidance. ePATHUSA, a leading innovator in cloud services, offers comprehensive solutions to empower businesses in effectively managing their data in the cloud. Challenges Addressed by ePATHUSA 1. Data Security and Compliance ePATHUSA prioritizes robust security protocols, employing...
Azure Cost Management is a suite of tools and services that helps you monitor, analyze, and optimize your Azure spending. It is a critical tool for any organization that uses Azure, as it can help you save money and get the most out of your investment. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive overview of Cost Management in Azure. We will cover the following topics: What is Cost Management...
We are thrilled to have ePATHUSA, Inc. featured in the CIRAS - Iowa State University's Center for Industrial Research and Service Search's (@CIRAS) Summer edition of the CIRAS News magazine. The paper highlights our journey and achievements as a government contractor, especially in the federal 8(a) and Women-owned small business categories. We are grateful to receive the 2023 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES, INC. (NAWOSB) of the Year...
ePATHUSA is excited to be at the Iowa Small Business focused Entrepreneur Expo with Senator Joni Ernst. We are thankful for Senator Joni Ernst and her efforts to bring federal contracting to Iowa. Our CEO and Vice-President were delighted to hear from the Senator and meet with other Iowan businesses.
Our journey is a testament to an exceptional team whose dedication and brilliance have turned challenges into victories. We've conquered industry hurdles and set new benchmarks, making our path truly extraordinary. With each year, we've grown in strength and innovation, and our future shines brighter than ever. Our team is more than just a workforce; it's a dynamic community fueled by shared goals and aspirations. Together, we've cultivated an environment...