iWeb announced the strategic acquisition of Montreal-based managed hosting provider Netsimplify. This move brings iWeb closer to providing its own brand of managed hosting services – which represent the majority of Netsimplify’s revenues in 2008.

“Customers face an increasing complexity in managing their IT infrastructure, and many of our dedicated hosting customers have requested that iWeb provide additional services.” says Eric Chouinard, iWeb’s President and CEO.  “Netsimplify’s customer-driven approach brings a lot of experience, expertise and depth, all of which are important aspects of iWeb’s services”

“This is a logical step towards both cloud computing and managed services” said Martin Leclair, iWeb co-founder and President of Products and Technology. He added that “It is also a homecoming of sorts; Netsimplify’s founder, Simon Boulet, was one of iWeb’s first employees before he left to start his own company nearly three years ago – Welcome back Simon!”.

Simon Boulet will be appointed to the newly created position of IT Manager, from which he will spearhead internal development initiatives.

“We looked at a number of companies and individuals, and Simon was naturally at the top of the list of potential candidates.” Said Cyrille Mertes, Vice-President of IT and Infrastructure. He then points out that “in the medium-term, Simon and the entire infrastructure team will integrate cloud computing and automation into iWeb’s service offering”.

The transfer of Netsimplify’s customers to iWeb is almost complete, a task made easier by the fact that Netsimplify’s infrastructure was mostly colocated within iWeb’s data centers.

MONTREAL, QC, June 23 2009 – iWeb announced the strategic acquisition of Montreal-based managed hosting provider Netsimplify. This move brings iWeb closer to providing its own brand of managed hosting services – which represent the majority of Netsimplify’s revenues in 2008.

“Customers face an increasing complexity in managing their IT infrastructure, and many of our dedicated hosting customers have requested that iWeb provide additional services.” says Eric Chouinard, iWeb’s President and CEO.  “Netsimplify’s customer-driven approach brings a lot of experience, expertise and depth, all of which are important aspects of iWeb’s services”

“This is a logical step towards both cloud computing and managed services” said Martin Leclair, iWeb co-founder and President of Products and Technology. He added that “It is also a homecoming of sorts; Netsimplify’s founder, Simon Boulet, was one of iWeb’s first employees before he left to start his own company nearly three years ago – Welcome back Simon!”.

Simon Boulet will be appointed to the newly created position of IT Manager, from which he will spearhead internal development initiatives.

“We looked at a number of companies and individuals, and Simon was naturally at the top of the list of potential candidates.” Said Cyrille Mertes, Vice-President of IT and Infrastructure. He then points out that “in the medium-term, Simon and the entire infrastructure team will integrate cloud computing and automation into iWeb’s service offering”.

The transfer of Netsimplify’s customers to iWeb is almost complete, a task made easier by the fact that Netsimplify’s infrastructure was mostly colocated within iWeb’s data centers. Financial details regarding the transaction were not disclosed.

About iWeb.com:

iWeb is a worldwide provider of Internet hosting services and IT Infrastructure, with three secure data centers in Montreal. Since 2004, the company’s compounded annual growth rate has been above 75%, making it one of Canada’s 100 fastest growing companies according to PROFIT Magazine.

Founded in 1996 in Montreal, iWeb now generates more than 60% of its revenues from abroad and employs over 170 full-time employees. Providing Dedicated Server Hosting, Co-location and Web Hosting services to more than 20,000 customers in 150 countries. iWeb’s shares are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V : IWB), for more information please consult the Company’s website: http://about.iweb.com

For further information, questions and interview requests:

Bernard Dahl
Director, Communications and Public Relations
iWeb Group Inc.
(514) 802-2801
bdahl@iweb.com

Philip Tousignant
Chief Financial Officer
iWeb Group Inc.
(514) 286-4242 ext 149
ptousignant@iweb.com

]]> http://blog.iweb.com/en/2009/06/iweb-strengthens-its-managed-services-line-with-strategic-acquisition/2667.html/feed 2 http://blog.iweb.com/en/2009/06/iweb-moves-up-in-the-2009-profit-100-ranking-with-1128-in-revenue-growth-in-5-years-2/2634.html http://blog.iweb.com/en/2009/06/iweb-moves-up-in-the-2009-profit-100-ranking-with-1128-in-revenue-growth-in-5-years-2/2634.html#comments Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:28:26 +0000 Bernard Dahl http://blog.iweb.com/en/?p=2634 iWeb has improved its ranking among Canada’s growth leaders, moving up to 85th position from 100th on the Profit100, the annual ranking of Canada’s fastest growing companies based on revenue growth over the past 5 years.

From 2003 to 2008, our revenues have gone from $ 1,384 million to $ 15,616 million as of October 1st 2008. Last year, our 5-year growth totaled 627%, just enough for us to make our way into the 100th position on the annual ranking.

Eric Chouinard said that ”In 2003, shortly before iWeb went public and bought its first data center, we knew everything would become digital. It’s amazing to see how quickly this transition is actually happening!.” He then added “This is a very proud achievement for iWeb. More than anything else, it is the result of teamwork and persistence.”

“Since 2003, we have grown from 15 employees to over 170 today!  The fact that many of those original 15 are still involved with iWeb today says a lot about our environment” commented Martin Leclair. “The biggest challenge has been to continue innovating while managing our growth” he adds.

iWeb’s growth, in numbers*:

*rounded figures

The PROFIT 100 is the annual ranking which rates the top 100 Canadian companies based on the percentage of their revenue growth over a 5-year span. Produced by the business magazine PROFIT, 2009 marks the 21st edition of the ranking. The complete list will be published in the June edition, as well as on the website: http://www.profit100.com

From 2003 to 2008, the company’s revenues have gone from $ 1,384 million to $ 15,616 million as of October 1st 2008. Last year, iWeb’s 5-year growth totaled 627%, enough for the IT infrastructure and Internet hosting company to make its entry into the 100th position on the annual ranking.

Eric Chouinard, CEO and co-founder of iWeb; “In 2003, shortly before iWeb went public and bought its first data center, we knew everything would become digital. It’s amazing to see how quickly this transition is actually happening!.” He then adds that “This is a very proud achievement for iWeb. More than anything else, it is the result of teamwork and persistence.”

“Since 2003, we have grown from 15 employees to over 170 today!  The fact that many of those original 15 are still involved with iWeb today says a lot about our environment” comments Martin Leclair, co-President, products and Technology and  iWeb co-founder. “The biggest challenge has been to continue innovating while managing our growth” he adds.

iWeb, who has reported revenue growth exceeding 90% for the first two quarters of 2009, is also becoming an important exporter of IT services, generating over 60% of its revenues from abroad.

iWeb’s growth, in numbers*:

*rounded figures

The PROFIT 100 is the annual ranking which rates the top 100 Canadian companies based on the percentage of their revenue growth over a 5-year span. Produced by the business magazine PROFIT, 2009 marks the 21st edition of the ranking. The complete list will be published in the June edition, as well as on the website: http://www.profit100.com

About PROFIT Magazine:
PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success, is Canada’s preeminent publication dedicated to the management issues and opportunities facing small and mid-sized businesses. For more than 25 years, Canadian entrepreneurs across a vast array of economic sectors have remained loyal to PROFIT because it’s a timely and reliable source of actionable information that helps them increase their revenues, boost their profitability and get the recognition they deserve for generating positive economic and social change. Published six times a year by Rogers Publishing Ltd., PROFIT is distributed almost exclusively to the chief executives of companies with 5 to 250 employees and annual revenue of $1 million to $25 million, reaching 306,000 readers across Canada. Visit PROFIT online at http://www.PROFITmagazine.ca.

About iWeb.com:
iWeb is a worldwide provider of Internet hosting services and IT Infrastructure, with three secure data centers in Montreal. Since 2004, the company’s compounded annual growth rate has been above 75%, making it one of Canada’s 100 fastest growing companies according to PROFIT Magazine.

Founded in 1996 in Montreal, iWeb now generates more than 60% of its revenues from abroad and employs over 170 full-time employees. providing Dedicated Server Hosting, Co-location and Web Hosting services to more than 20,000 customers in 150 countries. iWeb’s shares are listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V : IWB), for more information please consult the Company’s website: http://about.iweb.com

For further information:
Bernard Dahl
Director, Communications and Public Relations
IWeb Group Inc.
(514) 802-2801
bdahl@iweb.com

Philip Tousignant
Chief Financial Officer
IWeb Group Inc.
(514) 286-4242 ext 149
ptousignant@iweb.com