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Aside from tools and hardware, another way that Barnes & Duncan has been
successful at staying ahead of the tech curve is by investing in robust and
intelligent software projects. “We have partnered with Procom, a software
firm in Atlantic Canada, and we are working closely with many municipalities
throughout Manitoba to implement municipal management software called
TownSuite,” says Korell. The software provides several modules: Mapping/
GIS, Financial, Asset Management, Fire Hall, and Planning/Building Permits,
all integrated with one database. “With our help, no longer does technology
have to be a struggle for municipalities.”
OTHER ENDEAVOURS
Christian Korell has gone even further in advancing his role in understanding
and adapting to technology by acquiring Clear Concepts, which is an Infor-
mation Technology company that specializes in technology management of
small and medium sized organizations across Western Canada and is grow-
ing popularity in Eastern Canada. Another company with significant growth
patterns, Clear Concepts was recently awarded with two national awards for
their service level and solution management, competing against thousands
of other firms across Canada. “Clear Concepts has the added benefit of not
