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    SEPTEMBER 21 2009

    Vancouver, BC - Explorer Software Group has been named one of the 50 hottest companies for 2009 by Constructech Magazine. The Constructech 50 Hottest for 2009 is a listing of the most influential construction technology providers with a strong and ongoing market presence as determined by the editors of Constructech magazine with assistance from its editorial advisory board.


    SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

    Vancouver, BC, September 21, 2009 - Explorer Software Group announced today that their 4th users' conference, Explorer Connections, will be held September 19th to 22nd, 2010. The event is to be held at the beautiful Inverness Hotel and Conference Center in the mile-high-city of Denver, Colorado.


    AUGUST 25, 2009

    Vancouver, BC - Explorer Shafers, an integrated solution for managing your service business, has a powerful inventory system designed to help clients track and control their stock. Explorer released a video highlight on the module today.


    AUGUST 6, 2009

    Explorer Software Group is proud to announce the integration of Google Maps into the Shafers Mobile Office GPS Solution. Google Maps replaces Street Wizard therefore ensuring Explorer clients will have access to the latest maps and up-to-date satellite images when tracking vehicles within the Explorer Shafers GPS solution.


    MAY 12, 2009

    Explorer Software announces the launch of an informative online webinar called Lunch and Learn.


    MAY 12, 2009

    Vancouver, BC - Explorer Software today announces it will be offering an exclusive preview of Contract Manager Version 7 at the upcoming CFMA Conference at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from May 18 to 19th 2009.



    March 31, 2008

    Vancouver, BC - US-based Ferrell Companies, a provider of Enterprise Document Management Software for construction companies, and Explorer Software Technologies, Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement under which Ferrell Companies' Construction Software product lines ezDocs and Falcon will be acquired by Explorer Software Technologies, Inc. of Vancouver, Canada.



    December 20, 2007

    Vancouver, BC - Explorer Software, a leading provider of construction software solutions, today announced that it has launched a completely redesigned Web site at www.explorer-software.com. The new site offers significant improvements in appearance and navigation, as well as detailed product information for the company’s Explorer Contract Manager software solution.


    septemner 1, 2007

    Vancouver, BC – US-based Shafer’s Service Systems, a provider of Dispatching and Mobile Office Software for field service technicians, and Explorer Group subsidiary Explorer Software Total Systems Corp. have entered into a definitive agreement under which Shafer’s will be acquired by Explorer Software Total Systems Corp.


    January 30, 2007

    London, UK – Explorer Software today announced the acquisition of RedSky IT a leading solutions provider with over 30 years of experience. RedSky IT is one of the UK's principal IT application software companies. www.redskyit.com



    february 28, 2006

    Explorer Systems International Corp., a leading provider of accounting software solutions for the construction industry, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to buy the construction software assets of privately held TSC Solutions based in San Ramon, California.



    october 1, 2005

    Explorer Total Construction Management Systems Corp. signed a definitive agreement to buy the construction accounting software assets of privately held Ferrell Companies Inc.


    march 1, 2005

    Traveling down the road to success at Barriere



    december 1, 2004

    Explorer expands its virtual call center – advanced telephony solution adds Automatic Call Distribution (ACD), web based call center management, Voice over Internet (VOIP) and conference center to provide faster response to customer calls.


    november 29, 2004

    Explorer Commercial Systems signed a definitive agreement to buy the construction software assets of privately held Versyss Systems Inc.


    september 1, 2004

    Welcome to Explorer Software organization. With the recent acquisition of Conac software, our focus is as sharp as ever.


    july 1, 2004

    We’re pleased to introduce you to digital imaging and Document Manager. Now


    june 1, 2004

    Ever wished you had documented procedures, check lists, your team could follow?


    may 1, 2004

    Explorer Daily Job Log software for Contractors combines wireless technology and field data capture. Timecards and foreman’s reports transmitted to the office in real time.


    march 1, 2004

    From today one of Brazil’s leading software firms, will look a little different.


    february 1, 2004

    When you upgrade your old software to a new solution form Explorer, you may actually save more money than you’ll spend.


    january 1, 2004

    Out of the office use to mean being out of the loop. Now there is Explorer Communiqué the wireless solution for mobile professionals connecting people and information while on the go.