MARK SYSTEMS was honored this evening as a 2009 Vision Award winner during a special ceremony at the fourth annual Constructech Technology Day conference, held this year at the Crowne Plaza Chicago O’Hare hotel.

The Vision Awards honor companies that have realized the advantages of applying innovative technologies to their everyday businesses. MARK SYSTEMS Integrated Homebuilder Management System was singled out as the enabling technology for Heartland Homes of Pittsburgh, PA. Heartland Homes was a Silver Vision Awards winner for its ability to shift emphasis from production homebuilding to being the largest custom home builder in its market.

“I was honored to accept this award on behalf of MARK SYSTEMS," said Mark Finelli, President of MARK SYSTEMS. "But more importantly, I’m honored that our software helped Heartland Homes improve market share from 8% to 14% at a time when the home building industry is in distress", Finelli said.

"In today’s market, construction companies must face new challenges head on, and bring customers the most affordable, quality product they can. This goal can be achieved with the use of the right technology solutions,” said Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, Constructech. “The companies named as Vision Award winners recognize this necessity, and have become more successful as a result of implementing technology.”

About Constructech Magazine
As the only publication focused exclusively on the technology needs of the construction professional, Constructech magazine is the industry’s advocate for driving technology initiatives forward and bringing visionaries together. Focusing on both the commercial and residential sectors, Constructech takes the perspective of the construction professional in uncovering the true value of information technology tools, automated home technology options, and building control automation.

About Heartland Homes
Heartland Homes is the largest builder of custom homes in the Pittsburgh area. With a 2008 sales volume of over 500 homes, Heartland continues to execute its mission statement: “To create custom homes of the highest quality at an affordable price with excellent customer service that exceeds expectations.” For more information, contact Kevin Oakely at KCO@LoveHeartland.com, or visit www.LoveHeartland.com

About MARK SYSTEMS
MARK SYSTEMS’ Integrated Homebuilder Management System is the industry’s only single database enterprise software package developed exclusively for residential builders and developers. With full support for back office and field operations, the software provides state-of-the art information processing tools for the homebuilder, including access via the Internet. For more information, contact John Rogovich at 800-972-7444, email us at info@marksystemsusa.com, or visit us online at www.marksystemsusa.com.