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Epic River Interview at ISC, History of Aspire [Podcast]

2008-08-14T00:00:00

August 14, 2008
Epic River Interview at ISC, History of Aspire [Podcast]

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Shelby Systems Moves into New World Headquarters

2008-07-25T12:00:00

July 25, 2008
Shelby Systems Moves into New World Headquarters

Cordova, TN -- An eight-year-long dream has become reality as church management software developer, Shelby Systems, Inc., moved into its own custom-built World Headquarters Building in July of 2008. Envisioned by CEO Frank Canady at the turn of the millennium, the new building gives the company ample room for expansion and growth.

7345 Goodlett Farms Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016

Expansion is key as Shelby Systems fortifies its staff, particularly in the area of technical support and training, to handle the increasing need from customers. According to Canady, “The heightened demand for services stems from the growth of our two newest product lines, Arena for the mega church and Aspire for the small church market, as well as our flagship Shelby v.5 product.”

The clean lines and the neutral color palette combined with striking fixtures create a space that welcomes and invigorates, not only for employees but also for customers who come regularly to the Cordova location for training. From the bistro-style break room to the sparkling granite of the foyer, the building is strong on visual appeal.

The new building also provides enhanced security. Access to the building is limited to only Shelby Systems staff and customers, and is controlled through a state-of-the-art entry system. Video cameras monitor activity both inside the building and throughout parking areas.

However, according to Senior IT Manager, Guy Dunnam, the biggest improvement from a technological stand point is that all of Shelby Systems’ servers are protected by Uninterruptable Power Supply and an LP gas generator. Guy explains, “This means that as long as the gas line doesn’t break, Shelby Systems will be online. This is just another way we are improving our ability to provide service to our customers.”

Shelby Systems, located in Cordova, Tennessee, provides management software designed for faith-based organizations such as churches, denominational headquarters, and other non-profit groups. An innovator in the field of church management software since the 1970s, Shelby continues to lead the industry with the creation of the Arena division. Arena, a browser-based, shared source ChMS is dedicated to the power of community by encouraging creativity, inspiring connections and enhancing communication. The company currently services over 8,500 customers in more than 40 countries.

www.shelbyinc.com www.arenachms.com
Ph. 800.877.0222 Ph. 888.77.ARENA

Learn More About Aspire From ShelbyPODCAST

2008-06-05T12:00:00

June 6, 2008
Learn More About Aspire From ShelbyPODCAST

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Shelby Offers New Product Line Named Aspire

2008-05-05T18:07:26

May 5, 2008
Shelby Offers New Product Line Named Aspire

Shelby Systems is excited to announce Aspire, a new, affordable ministry solution. Aspire is a web-based solution that incorporates People, Resources, and Event management with excellent publication and contribution solutions. Aspire integrates with the popular and frequently used Microsoft Office® Suite and Quickbooks® office tools. Important information, such as an announcement, is easily sent from the event calendar directly to newsletters, bulletins and websites. Communicating with groups or individual members is quick and easy with Aspire's e-mail functionality. Offered at a very affordable price via monthly, quarterly or annual subscriptions, Aspire is perfect for new, multisite or growth-phase churches. "Churches with limited budgets still want and need sophisticated tools," says director of business development, Alfred Johnson. "They just have a different approach than the centralized, mega church. Staff members and volunteers need their ministry tools to fit their particular roles at the church. For example, a mega church will probably have a dedicated webmaster. But in the average-sized church, the person responsible for the church's website may be a administrative assistant, a volunteer or even the pastor. This person will certainly wear multiple hats at the church and Aspire will greatly simplify their day."

Shelby Systems and Epic River Announce Partnership

2008-04-10T12:00:00

April 10, 2008
Shelby Systems and Epic River Announce Partnership

Shelby Systems provides management software designed for faith-based organizations such as churches, denominational headquarters, and other non-profit groups. Recently awarded BusinessTN Magazine's Hot100 recognition for growth and profitability, Shelby serves more than 9,000 clients in over 40 countries.

Providing an impressive portfolio of solutions created to solve process-intensive problems, Epic River’s portfolio includes such diverse products as data storage, workflow management tools, Web-based applications and online retail solutions. Epic River focuses on best practices in innovation, design and product management.

"We’ll be bringing to churches a new version of a product recently designed by Epic. This church software offers an affordable, dynamic web presence," says Shelby Systems' director of business development, Alfred Johnson. "This solution provides connectivity among publications, people and events, as well as many other key areas of church activity. This system offers a sophisticated church solution at a very affordable price and requires no training. We’re honored to offer our services in this exciting partnership."