SpryWare recognizes the need for strict quality control and is continuously thinking of smarter ways to meet market demands. A hand-picked team of in-house developers enables us to provide our customers with the best possible solutions using the latest and very best technology solutions. Although SpryWare’s main product is a “ready to install” market data solution via our Market Information Server™, we do offer customized development. When implementing a new ticker plant, customers often have unique trading needs and existing technology that needs to be taken in to account. Our implementation and development team work closely with our customers on API configuration and any possible customized development. When developing quality software code SpryWare works closely with outside technology partners. Both through organizations and hardware manufacturers we stay actively involved in utilizing the newest tools available. As an example being a Microsoft Certified Partner we have access to extensive development resources and independent evaluations. Maintaining a partner certification status with Microsoft requires 3rd party application testing, while giving us a first look at the newest server platforms on the market. On the hardware side SpryWare is on the forefront with utilizing the newest multi-core processors from both Intel and AMD and have designed the MIS to be multi-core aware from day one. See the benefits section for more information on multi-core . SpryWare also maintains a close relationship with independent organizations like STAC, who specializes in conducting hands-on research into the latest technology stacks of interest to the capital markets industry. SpryWare is an active member of the STAC counsel and an active contributor to The Financial Information eXchange (FIX) Protocol. Both involvements are good examples of how implementing standards and developing smarter benefits everyone.