ACS awarded 2009 'Best in KLAS' ranking in national healthcare survey

Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (NYSE: ACS), today announced that its healthcare provider consulting business has been awarded a 2009 “Best in KLAS” ranking in a prestigious national healthcare survey.

“For more than a decade, the Best in KLAS awards have recognized healthcare technology companies that set the standard for delivering the best experience to providers”

ACS received the first place award for its work in the Clinical Implementation Principal category for the 2009 Top 20 Best in KLAS Awards: Software & Professional Services report, issued by healthcare market research firm KLAS. This “Best in KLAS” distinction means healthcare providers rate ACS the highest in implementation and service for clinical projects.

“For more than a decade, the Best in KLAS awards have recognized healthcare technology companies that set the standard for delivering the best experience to providers,” said KLAS President Adam Gale. “The Best in KLAS distinction honors more than just a good product or service. It represents a commitment to meeting customer expectations in every phase of the buying process – from the sales presentation to implementation to ongoing service and support.”

In addition, ACS was ranked in the top 10 in the following categories:

• Overall Professional Services Firm;
• Financial ERP Implementation;
• Vendor Selection;
• Extended Business Office;
• IT Outsourcing;
• Application Hosting;
• Staff Augmentation;
• Other Implementation.

“The Best in KLAS ranking for our clinical implementation services, as well as our other services rankings, validates ACS’ expertise, our commitment to quality and to providing the services and solutions our clients need to solve their unique business problems,” said Chad Harris, senior vice president, ACS Healthcare Solutions. “These rankings demonstrate our deep expertise and affirm our clients’ recognition of our dedication to exceptional service.”

The Clinical Implementation Principal category is defined as: “Engagements in which a professional services firm (PSF) assists a provider in implementing inpatient Electronic Medical Records, (25+ physician practices only), Emergency Department, Operating Room, or pharmacy applications by providing guidance, expertise, tools, methodology and resources. The PSF played a major role, had specific deliverables associated with these engagements and completed a measurable portion of the work.”