Vacation ownership software leader SPI Software is pleased to announce that World Resorts International, provider of members-only access to private resorts and travel benefits, has licensed SPI Orange software applications for marketing, sales, member dues and membership loan servicing.

According to Ty Krehbiel, World Resorts International’s President and Chief Sales Officer, “The SPI Software is feature-rich, yet is remarkably easy to use. Previously, we had thought we’d develop our own software. But, since SPI Orange meets and exceeds the functional needs we have for our organization, the time and effort required to develop software in-house can be redirected towards other, more productive activities.”

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Vacation Ownership technology leader, SPI Software is pleased to announce that The Alderwood Group, a leading management and financial services company serving shared ownership resorts has purchased SPI Orange Software suite for Reservations, Property Management, Owner Accounting, CRM and Web Operations.

Alderwood COO Cheryl Shipe states, “We looked at SPI a few years ago as an upgrade to our current software. It was good then, but now with all the new features and enhancements, the Orange Software stands alone as the best option in the marketplace. We are also impressed by the caliber and professionalism of SPI’s people. Each one we have met is an expert in our business. We are pleased to be moving ahead with our new technology partner, SPI.”   

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Costa Rica-based OSA Resort Club, is the latest company to join with SPI Software as a valued customer. OSA Resort Club has licensed the SPI Orange Enterprise Vacation Ownership Suite including integrated modules for marketing, sales, mortgage and maintenance fee servicing, central reservations, property management and operations.

Matt Brosious, Vice-President of sales for SPI states, “We are very proud to have been selected by OSA Resort Club as their technology platform. Developers are making SPI their overwhelming choice as the benefits of SPI’s easy user interface, quick implementation and rich functionality is a distinct strategic and competitive advantage.”

Paula Mead, General Manager for OSA Resort Club adds” I chose SPI Orange after carefully evaluating available software. SPI has everything we needed for both now and the future, ‘out of the box,’ without additional customization.”

SPI Orange can be deployed on a modular basis for an individual department or as an integrated enterprise suite that is available as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) or as a traditional client-based package.  For companies wanting additional information, please visit SPI at ARDA Booth 343 during the ARDA national convention March 15-18th or email sales@spisoftware.com.

About OSA Resort Club
OSA is a new and exciting resort concept that combines aspects of a private club with a membership resort. The resort club is located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica near Puerto Jimenez and will feature many exciting amenities. For further information visit http://www.osaresortclub.com/osaresortclub.html.

About SPI Software
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with Microsoft .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spisoftware.com.

Timeshare industry leaders, SPI Software and Brand Tango, have joined forces in a strategic relationship that brings together the companies “best in class” solutions for technology, marketing, sales, finance and operations. Both firms are well-known for innovation and have developed strong reputations with leading developers, vacation clubs and resort operators.

As part of the agreement, SPI Software will integrate the Brand Tango timeshare and vacation club marketing system (Previously called “The Tango System”) as part of SPI Orange Software. The new SPI Orange module which has been dubbed “SPI Campaign Manager powered by Brand Tango” will add intuitive web-based functionality and highly flexible campaign management tools to the SPI Orange software Platform.

The new SPI Campaign Manager marketing system provides a powerful set of tools to target campaigns to prospects with pinpoint accuracy, while monitoring the cost, penetration and conversion of marketing efforts.

Matt Brosious, Vice-president of sales for SPI Software comments, “The talented team at Brand Tango continues to provide tools which provide real advantages for timeshare and vacation club developers. We are extremely pleased to be integrating the uniqueness of Brand Tango’s technology into SPI Orange timeshare software. For developers, this is the winning combination of marketing and operational functionality needed to succeed in today’s competitive environment. “  

According to Joe Russoniello, President of Brand Tango, “The SPI / Brand Tango agreement represents a transparent, best-practices strategy in bringing the very strongest technology solutions to the industry. We could not be more pleased to have our Tango system integrated into SPI Orange. We know that the resources and expertise that SPI provides its clients will increase exposure for our robust marketing solutions.”

Further, the companies will collaborate on future product and service offerings and have several exciting developments planned, details of which will be provided at a future date.

For more information on the SPI Campaign Manager please contact SPI Software at sales@spisoftware.com or call 305-858-9505.

About SPI Software
Software SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with Microsoft .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spisoftware.com or www.spisoftware.com.

About Brand Tango
Brand Tango is a comprehensive marketing, design, and technology company with clients in timeshare/real estate/hospitality, consumer products and services, and financial services. Relying on their decades of combined expertise, its principals and staff help clients define and achieve sales goals and return-on-investment objectives by addressing integrated marketing needs in an efficient, unbiased, and knowledgeable manner with a solid, multi-faceted, results-oriented strategy

To view examples of Brand Tango’s recent work, visit www.brand-tango.com  For More Information Contact: Joe Russoniello at Brand Tango 954-295-7879.

Timeshare software technology leaders, SPI Software, recently said they plan to unveil new web 2.0 initiatives during the upcoming convention being held by the American Resort Development Association (ARDA). SPI is a sponsor and exhibitor at the ARDA gathering taking place March 14th-18th at the Venetian Resort Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

As part of the company’s OrangeWeb package, the new web-based modules continue to leverage SPI’s Microsoft.NET technology platform. The latest modules to be announced will provide Web-based functionality that assist timeshare resorts to handle owner servicing, reservations, marketing and sales.
Matt Brosious, Vice-president of sales and marketing for SPI adds, “We are very excited to unveil OrangeWeb and to answer the industry need for an integrated web strategy. There is really no longer any need to develop expensive custom web-based timeshare software. We are particularly pleased with the enthusiastic reception OrangeWeb has garnered from our clients and prospects. “

During the ARDA Convention, SPI will be providing demonstrations of how its new Orange Software enables timeshare resorts and vacation clubs to effectively manage all facets of operations with efficiency and economy. Interested parties are encouraged to reserve a demo appointment by calling Brosious at 1-305-858-9595. SPI is located at ARDA booth #343.

About SPI Software
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with Microsoft .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spisoftware.com.

SPI Software is pleased to announce that Holiday Club Resorts, one of the largest and fastest growing timeshare companies in Europe has selected SPI Orange Systems enterprise software as its future software technology platform.

According to Vesa Tengman, CEO of Holiday Resorts adds, “Holiday Club is making a substantial investment into our European timeshare business including important new projects we have recently announced. Therefore, it is key that we have a ‘world class’ software system to help us manage this dynamic growth”

Timo Rajala, CFO and deputy CEO of Holiday Club adds “We are very pleased with the professional approach to implementation planning provided by SPI. Much more than just a software vendor, SPI provides substantial added value in helping us plan and manage timeshare operations.”

In a related announcement, Holiday Club recently unveiled an exciting new project, a Holiday Club mixed-use spa hotel on the shore of Lake Saimaa near Lappeenranta in Eastern Finland. This is an important new project and poised to be one of the largest investments in the timeshare industry for 2010. Situated close to more than 10 million consumers, the site is within driving distance of St. Petersburg, Russia.

Matt Brosious, VP of Sales for SPI Software states, “Holiday Club is an exciting company whose mission is to provide an excellent quality holiday experience for their customers. We are very pleased, that after an extensive evaluation, SPI Orange was selected as Holiday Club’s enterprise software package. We look forward to providing for Holiday Club with SPI’s powerful and easy to use software tools.

Holiday Club Resorts Oy
Holiday Club Resorts Oy is one of Europe’s largest vacation ownership enterprises. It was established in 1986 and in the beginning it focused primarily on the vacation ownership business. Since 1998, the company has operated under the name Holiday Club Finland Oy. www.holidayclub.fi.

About SPI Software
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with Microsoft .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spisoftware.com.

Solmar Hotels & resorts flagship, Playa Grande Resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, has recently entered into an agreement with SPI and has deployed the SPI Orange Property Management System software. Additionally two other resorts within the group, Solmar Resort and Quinto Del Sol, have also installed the SPI Orange PMS Software. SPI Orange is the leading suite of software for resort hotels and vacation ownership properties, globally, including timeshare, fractional and private residence clubs.

According to Matt Brosious, vice-president of sales for SPI Software, “SPI Software continues to expand its market share in Mexico with this announcement. We are excited to become an important part of the hospitality operations at Playa Grande, which is one of Baja California’s most spectacular resorts. Mexico is a top destination globally and SPI is proud to be the choice of leading resorts in Mexico.”

Alejandro Gata, implementation manager, adds,”The installation and training went very smoothly and everyone was very excited at the easy-to-use and powerful software.”

For further information please contact Matt Brosious, mattb@spiinc.com or +1.305.858.9505

About Playa Grande Resort
Playa Grande Resort, part of the Solmar Hotels & Resorts’ portfolio, is an RCI Gold Crown rated resort of 260 units located in the heart of Cabo San Lucas. Nestled on the white sands of Solmar Beach, Cabo San Lucas, it is a triumphant blend of glorious landscapes and charming Mexican hacienda style architecture. Visit www.playagranderesort.com for more information.

About SPI
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with its .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spisoftware.com.

SPI Software is pleased to announce that Sedona Pines Resorts has selected SPI Orange timeshare enterprise software suite as its technology platform for the future to replace the RCC software and other applications that have been in use for many years. SPI Orange is the new generation of software applications for timeshare companies. Sedona Pines will utilize SPI Orange timeshare software for marketing, sales, owner servicing, finance, reporting, and business analytics.

According to Greg Penrod, chief operating officer of Sedona Pines, “The decision to go with SPI Orange was an easy one; we found a huge difference between Orange and other available systems, in terms of features, ease-of-use and flexibility. Plus several developers we know and respect run SPI Orange. We are happy to be joining the SPI family.”

Matt Brosious, vice-president for sales and marketing at SPI, adds, “Sedona Pines provides an excellent value to their customers. We are pleased to be providing tools that will help Sedona Pines improve efficiency, enhance productivity and reduce costs while providing owners with a high quality vacation experience.”

About Sedona Pines Resort
Sedona Pines Resort, a Gold Crown RCI points resort, is located in Sedona, a world-class vacation destination in the red rock country of northern Arizona. Local attractions include Oak Creek Canyon, art galleries, shopping, mountain biking, golf, hiking, Red Rock and Slide Rock State Parks, horseback riding, jeep, helicopter, ATV and hot air balloon rides. The Grand Canyon (110 miles), Lake Powell (169 miles), Flagstaff (40 miles), Jerome Ghost Town (20 miles), Verde River Canyon Railroad (25 miles), and American-Indian archaeological sites are easy day trips.

About SPI
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with its .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spisoftware.com.

In conjunction with The Forum (www.perspectivemagazine.com/forum/) vacation ownership industry event taking place in London December 9th and 10th, Generator Systems and SPI Software are pleased to announce plans for a strategic interface between their industry-leading technology systems for developers of vacation ownership real estate.

Generator Systems is the global leader for optimizing vacation ownership sales results with their award-winning technology and multimedia platform. SPI Orange provides comprehensive information management and accounting software for marketing, point-of-sale, finance, owner servicing and resort management. The interface will automate the flow of data between the systems, reducing the time required for entering tour data and generating sales documents among other benefits.

Pete Jones, founding partner of Generator Systems comments, “We continually strive to provide features and functionality that enhance the sales process for our clients and this initiative with SPI Orange is an example of Generator Systems’ commitment to innovation.”

Matt Brosious, vice-president of sales and marketing for SPI Software adds, “We think that Generator Systems and SPI Orange are technology leaders and furnish the best available solutions for vacation ownership developers. Companies employing both Generator and SPI will benefit from a seamless sales deck to back-office integration.”

The strategic interface is planned to be available in the second quarter of 2010. For additional information please inquire directly to Generator Systems or SPI Software.

About Generator Systems
Generator Systems Ltd, with its European Head Office in the UK, is the global leader in integrating technology into the sales process within the leisure real estate marketplace. Working with sales teams in the timeshare, fractional, condo and whole ownership sales sectors, Generator has multi-award-winning installations in over 85 sales decks, working with over 1,000 sales people across six continents and translated in 14 languages. For further information please contact Generator Systems at 011 44 1604 825540, email sales@generator-systems.com or visit www.generator-systems.com.

About SPI Software
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with its .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spiinc.com.

SPI Software has signed an agreement with SPM Resorts, Inc., one of the largest property management and timeshare owner servicing companies in the U.S. Under the agreement, SPI will provide SPI Orange property management, reservations, rentals, owners servicing and web applications. The SPI Orange software will be deployed in an enterprise-wide network that will replace the RCC software that has been in place at the company for several years.

According to Michael Schraibman, CEO of SPM resorts, “We have been looking at software for quite awhile and we continue to be impressed with SPI. Not only is their software the most complete package we could find, but every time we took another look, they had added new, important features that we can employ in our business. We are also impressed with the professional qualities of their people, which is very important to us. SPI shares the same values of customer service and long term relationships that have helped us build our business. We are very pleased to be implementing SPI Orange Software.”

Matt Brosious, vice president of sales for SPI software adds, “We are extremely proud to have been selected by SPM Resorts. This Myrtle Beach, South Carolina-based company provides hospitality and support services to a growing portfolio of 30 resorts. SPM is an excellent company with a winning formula: Service, accountability and value. SPI Orange will provide SPM with advanced automation tools that will fuel increases in productivity and reduce operating costs. We look forward to participating in SPM’s dynamic growth.”

Resort or vacation club operators wishing to see a demonstration may contact SPI Sales at 305-858-9505 or by email to sales@spiiinc.com.

About SPM Resorts
SPM Resorts, Inc., a full-service professional timeshare resort management company, manages 30 resorts serving approximately 100,000 timeshare owners. SPM’s mission is to provide sincere and genuinely warm service and hospitality equal to the best in the industry, from every level of the organization. They do this from within an environment of appreciation, respect and sound working conditions for their employees. The SPM team manages the operations of facilities under their control in a highly ethical and professional manner to produce the greatest possible financial accountability and responsibility to the timeshare owners. In addition, SPM’s Management team is frequently called upon by banks and investment groups to assist with workouts and turnaround situations. For more information, contact SPM Resorts at 843-238-5000 or visit www.spmresorts.com.

About SPI Software
SPI Software provides developers and operators of vacation ownership (timeshare, fractional, private residence club and others using either traditional or points-based usage strategies) with its .NET-based software as either an enterprise suite of software called Orange Systems, or in specific modules to handle marketing, sales, property management, finance, maintenance fee and receivables servicing, centralized reservations or Website access operations. Founded in 1978 and based in Miami, FL, SPI can be reached at 305-858-9505, sales@spiinc.com or www.spiinc.com.