Columbus UK moves into professional services – Announces partnership with Progressus to bring tailored Microsoft ERP solutions to the Professional Services sector

09 February, 2021 – Columbus, the global digital business services provider, today announced it has signed a partnership agreement with Progressus, a leading developer of Microsoft-based solutions for the Professional Services market. The partnership will enable Columbus to provide fully functional and integrated Microsoft ERP solutions to meet the specific needs of organisations within the Professional Services sector.

Progressus helps professional services companies enhance the functionality of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP solution through their cloud-based Project Service Automation (PSA) service. The new partnership enables these companies to now add powerful reporting and analytics, have access to extensive services to digitally transform their processes, and improve project efficiency and margins. Professional Services companies will now gain full visibility of all areas of their business and in turn improve processes.

“Progressus are a great company to work with and have developed an exceptional solution for Professional Service businesses,” said Mark Thompson, Client Service Director at Columbus. “The relationship with Progressus enables us to deliver a focused solution to Professional Services businesses to help them make better informed decisions and deliver greater success in today’s competitive landscape.”

“I am greatly impressed by the determination and professionalism that Columbus Global UK has shown during our joint evaluation process,” added Staffan Nilsson, Partner Manager at Progressus. “They have shown the attitude and commitment we are looking for in new partners and it’s easy to understand why they are so successful and highly valued by their customers. We are extremely proud to have Columbus Global UK as a Strategic Partner and we look forward to a successful long-term and highly enjoyable partnership.”

About Columbus 

With more than 30 years of experience providing IT services and consultancy to over 1,100 customers worldwide, Columbus helps ambitious companies transform, maximise and futureproof their business digitally. 

Our innovative solutions and services provide end-to-end solutions such as ecommerce, cloud ERP and application management for companies across a range of industry sectors. Whether you’re a start-up or a multinational looking for a scalable and flexible solution, we offer a comprehensive portfolio with deep industry knowledge, extensive technology expertise and profound customer insight.

For more information about Columbus, visit www.columbusglobal.com.

About Progressus 

Progressus was created by Plumbline Consulting, the leader in developing Microsoft-based solutions for professional services businesses and project-based companies for over 20 years. 

Progressus’ cloud PSA software solution acts as the central business application for a project-based business. It’s built for people who use it every day, allowing users to work from wherever they are, whenever and on any device. The solution also combines PSA, CRM, ERP, analytics, collaboration and productivity in one completely cloud-based tool.

Working in cooperation with selected partners, Progressus provide the support needed to make Progressus PSA the industry-leading solution in the European market.

For more information about Progressus, visit www.progressussoftware.com.

Press contact:
Jessica Hall
Marketing Manager, Columbus UK
E: jhal@columbusglobal.com
T: 01159 902200

Simon Woolley
PR for Columbus UK
E: swoolley@pressoffice.sip.co.uk
T: 01572 757932