Launches, Recognitions, and Appointments Reported by Tech Companies in Business Software & Services Industry - Research Report on Sapient, Jack Henry, SS&C Technologies, Blackbaud, and Pegasystems

NEW YORK, September 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

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Today, Analysts' Corner announced new research reports highlighting Sapient Corp. (NASDAQ: SAPE), Jack Henry & Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: JKHY), SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: SSNC), Blackbaud Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB), and Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ: PEGA). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

Sapient Corp. Research Report

On August 21, 2013, SapientNitro, part of Sapient Corp. (Sapient), announced the launch of a social media campaign, in collaboration with The Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA). ICA's Art Rules was launched to the public at 3:00 p.m. BST and is the first digital forum of its kind, created to raise the visibility of contemporary art and bring it to a wider audience. According to Malcolm Poynton, Chief Creative Officer, SapientNitro Europe, said, "We created Art Rules with the ICA to ignite the biggest, brightest, hottest, blazing, raging, crackling online conversation about art. Without art in our lives, the world would be a pretty dull place and yet in this always-on, connected world, the art conversation is confined to the physical environment of galleries and hasn't connected with the younger generation online." The Full Research Report on Sapient Corp. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/c492_SAPE]

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Jack Henry & Associates Inc. Research Report

On September 4, 2013, Jack Henry & Associates Inc.'s (Jack Henry) Symitar division has announced that it won 35 new core credit union clients during FY 2013, which ended June 30, 2013. According to Jack Henry, three of the credit unions selecting Symitar's Episys core platform have assets exceeding $1 billion, while 18 of the new credit union clients opted to implement the Symitar core system in an outsourced environment. Commenting on the release, Ted Bilke, President of Symitar, said, "It is nice to celebrate the new clients we added to our roster during our 2013 fiscal year and we believe each one of them represents an important endorsement of our technology, the service levels we provide, and the fundamental way we do business." The Full Research Report on Jack Henry & Associates Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/2977_JKHY]

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SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. Research Report

On September 4, 2013, SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (SS&C Technologies) announced that Kenanga Investors Berhad (KIB), a wholly owned subsidiary of K & N Kenanga Holdings Berhad, has selected SS&C PORTIA to support its investment management business in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to Senior Vice President and General Manager, SS&C PORTIA, Christy Bremner, stated, "We are pleased to be able to provide Kenanga Investors Berhad with a middle-to-back office solution that meet their complex, global needs. Asia has been a long time focus for SS&C PORTIA, we are delighted to support the diverse needs of asset managers throughout the APAC region." The Full Research Report on SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/50e6_SSNC]

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Blackbaud Inc. Research Report

On August 26, 2013, Blackbaud Inc. (Blackbaud) announced that Anthony Boor, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Blackbaud, has been appointed as Interim President and CEO, effective August 31, 2013. The Company reported that Boor assumes the new role along with maintaining his responsibilities as CFO. According to Andrew Leitch, Chairman of the Blackbaud Board of Directors, "As we develop our plans for 2014 and beyond, now is the right time to name Tony as Blackbaud's President and CEO on an interim basis. The company is executing well and Tony has a deep understanding of our business, product portfolio and strategic priorities. We are confident that Tony is the ideal candidate to continue Blackbaud's positive momentum during this transition period." The Full Research Report on Blackbaud Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/be88_BLKB]

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Pegasystems Inc. Research Report

On September 3, 2013, Pegasystems Inc. (Pegasystems) announced that it has appointed Rafeal E. Brown to the positions of Chief Financial Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, and Senior Vice President, leading Pegasystems' Finance, Legal, IT, and Facilities operations. Commenting on the appointment, Alan Trefler, Pegasystems Found and CEO, stated, "Rafe's extensive experience applying financial insight into operations will be a tremendous asset to Pegasystems as we continue to build a growth culture across our company." Rafe Brown added, "I am excited to join Alan and the Pegasystems team. They have demonstrated a unique commitment to innovation and customer success that are a fantastic foundation for the future. Pegasystems' market leadership and strong financial outlook are a great combination. I look forward to my role in leveraging financial and administrative functions to contribute to the continued growth and success of the organization." The Full Research Report on Pegasystems Inc.- including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/dc8f_PEGA]

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