BAASS Announces Merger with S. Kopstick & Associates
Merger extends services and reach of one of the top sage business partners in North America

Toronto, Ontario, September 11, 2009 BAASS Business Solutions Inc., named Sage’s Business Partner of the Year for the past two years consecutively, today announced its merger with S. Kopstick & Associates Inc. (SKA) effective immediately. The merger brings together specialties and extends services to a wide reach of clients being serviced in Southern Ontario. "SKA brings with it the same values and approach to service that BAASS has consistently demonstrated. The two companies have in fact been working on projects together for many years prior. The merger allows us to more formally align ourselves with a dynamic team that will present mutually beneficial synergies to our existing and future clients.” said Joseph Arnone, President of BAASS Business Solutions Inc. "We will have expanded reach for all of our offerings including integrated IT services, custom software development, accounting, and CRM support.” said Samuel Kopstick, President of SKA. "The most exciting part of this merger is the "value add” we can now bring to our clients. BAASS truly is the one stop shop that continues to have one of the highest service ratings of all Sage partners. Its own highly rated in-house Help Desk is just one example of its commitment to client service.” "Sage Software encourages the joining of forces whenever our business partners feel it makes sense for them,” said David Lahey, Sage, Vice President, Sales. "We’ve worked closely with BAASS and SKA” added James Weir, Sage Partner Advocate. Clients demand and deserve the best support for their Sage Accpac end-to-end business management solutions. Integrated teams like this deliver on their clients’ expectations.”   About BAASS Business Solutions Inc. BAASS is a full-service technology consulting firm with over 20 years experience in providing quality products, services, and support to clients in all types of industries across Southern Ontario. Industry recognitions include being ranked in Accounting World’s Top 100 Vars, Accounting Technology Magazine’s Pacesetters Award, and two consecutive Business Partner of the Year recognitions from Sage. With a full team of qualified IT and e-Business consultants, BAASS offers a full line of services, from needs consultation and network setup, to comprehensive software training and technical support in accounting, e-business, EDI, CRM, networking, IT, software customization, and web solutions, specializing in Sage Accpac and Microsoft Navision products. About S. Kopstick & Associates Inc. S. Kopstick & Associates Inc. has been supporting businesses and organizations since 1988. They provide creative solutions and have a proven track record, offering a high level of professional service. S Kopstick & Associates provides their clients with skilled expertise in the implementation and training of Adagio Accounting, Sage Accpac ERP, and Microsoft Navision, as well as specializing in reporting and analysis of company data. ### Media Contacts: Kevin Hollis V.P. Business Development BAASS Business Solutions Inc. Direct               416.317.8400 ext. 235 Toll Free          888.650.5544 United States 866.646.8651 Fax                   416.410.5753 khollis@baass.com