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About Sandi Mundt

Sandi has over 20 years of experience supporting and servicing the HR technology needs of mid-market organizations. During this time she has held leadership positions in Product Development, Product Support, Training, Sales Support, and Marketing. She brings a unique perspective of what the marketplace wants and what the end user actually needs. A graduate from the University of Nebraska, with a degree in Computer Information Systems, Sandi combines strong Midwestern values with a dash of technical aptitude to every aspect of her career. This mixture of good moral character and understanding of technology, combined with hard work and a commitment to helping Human Resource professionals has driven her success.

September 4, 2024

Ascend Soars to No. 7 on Fortune’s 2024 Best Small Workplaces List

Company’s Commitment to Employee Satisfaction and Well-being Recognized by Fortune Media and Great Place To Work® for a 6th Time   Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected Ascend, Inc. (formerly HRMS Solutions) for the Fortunes 2024 Best Small Workplaces™ List. This is Ascend’s sixth time being named to this prestigious list, this […]

August 19, 2024

Ascend, Inc. Recertifies as a Great Place To Work® 2024

For the Ninth Year in a Row, Ascend Continues to Prioritize Employee Experiences and Satisfaction Ascend, Inc. (formerly HRMS Solutions and ATS Management Consulting) is proud to be certified as a Great Place To Work®  2024 and for the ninth year in a row. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say […]

August 13, 2024

Record-breaking Three-Year Revenue Growth Propels Ascend, Inc. onto the 2024 Inc. 5000 List

Ascend Debuts at No. 1575 Ranking in the Top Third of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies Ascend, Inc. (formerly HRMS Solutions), one of the largest premier exclusive UKG partners in North America, proudly announces its recognition on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list. Ascend ranked No. 1575 among the fastest-growing private companies in America and No. 42 […]

June 17, 2024

David Canup Joins Ascend as Director, Technology and UKG Ready Services

Ascend Strengthens Services Team with David Canup Ascend is excited to welcome David Canup to the role of Director, Technology and UKG Ready Services. With over 30 years of IT experience, Canup brings a wealth of knowledge and technical perspective to our organization. Under his leadership, we are confident that he will prove to be […]

June 11, 2024

HRMS Solutions and ATS Management Consulting Combine to Form Ascend

Ascend Becomes One of the Largest Exclusive UKG Services Partner in North America https://www.ascendps.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Announcement-final.mp4 HRMS Solutions (HRMS) and ATS Management Consulting (ATS) are proud to announce their strategic merger, establishing the newly formed Ascend, Inc. This unification brings together more than 110 certified consultants and management of over 300 active projects to create one of […]

May 2, 2024

Denver Post Names HRMS Solutions a Colorado Top Workplace for the 2nd Year in a Row

Ranking #1 Among Small Companies, HRMS Team Members’ Employee Experience Earns Back-to-Back Award Recognition Earning the #1 spot on The Denver Post’s Top Workplaces 2024 list for companies under 150 employees, HRMS Solutions (HRMS) continues its commitment to fostering a thriving work environment. Advancing from the #2 Colorado Top Workplace last year, this achievement underscores […]

March 27, 2024

Enhanced 2024 HRIS and Payroll Vendor Comparison Report

HRMS Solutions Unveils Enhanced 2024 HRIS and Payroll Vendor Comparison Report to Empower HCM Decision-Makers   HRMS Solutions, a premier UKG partner committed to elevating the customer experience, is thrilled to announce the launch of its updated 2024 HRIS and Payroll Vendor Comparison Report. This enhanced version serves as a comprehensive guide and offers valuable […]

January 5, 2024

Stay Compliant, Secure, and Future-Proofed: HRMS Solutions Relaunches Expanded Guide on HR Systems

Comprised of certified UKG consultants, HRMS Solutions provides an exceptional HCM implementation experience while serving as a trusted advisor. Our recently updated “Types of HR Systems: HRIS vs. HRMS vs. HCM” is designed to help businesses of all sizes navigate the evolving landscape of HR technology. Choosing the right system to manage your workforce efficiently, […]

December 15, 2023

HRMS Solutions Surpasses 500 Customers, Fueling Growth and Impact in HCM Services

Strengthening Our Trusted Advisor Status in the UKG Marketplace We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone in our company history and partnership with UKG: we’ve officially surpassed over 500 UKG customers! This accomplishment underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional customer implementation experiences and solidifying our position as a leading services partner in the UKG marketplace. […]

December 13, 2023

❄Holiday Greetings 2023

  As the holiday season is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and those who have helped to shape our business. It’s been a wonderful year for us at HRMS! We hope that this year has been just as memorable for you, your colleagues, and your loved ones.     Season’s […]

September 7, 2023

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name HRMS Solutions to 2023 Best Consulting & Professional Services Workplaces List

Ranked No. 33 as a 2023 Best Consulting & Professional Services Workplace in the United States. HRMS Named to the Prestigious List for the Third Time Since 2016 Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected HRMS Solutions for the 2023 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™ List. This is HRMS’ third time […]

August 30, 2023

Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name HRMS Solutions to 2023 Best Small Workplaces List

Ranked No. 27 as a 2023 Best Small Workplace in the United States. Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected HRMS Solutions (HRMS) for the 2023 Best Small Workplaces™ List, ranking at No. 27. This is HRMS’ fifth time being named to this prestigious list since 2016. Earning this spot means that HRMS […]

August 4, 2023

Preparing for Open Enrollment with UKG Benefits Classic

Open Enrollment Can Be Overwhelming Don’t Let Open Enrollment Stress You Out Are you are feeling the stress of preparing for your organization’s open enrollment? If so, you are not alone. Whether its adjusting plans, updating rates, fielding employee inquiries, negotiating renewals or working with carriers, the entire open enrollment process can seem daunting for […]

August 2, 2023

HRMS Solutions Earns 8th Great Place To Work Certification

HRMS Sets a Standard in Recertifying for Eighth Consecutive Year! HRMS is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the eighth year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at HRMS. This year, 100% of HRMS’ employees said it’s a great […]

May 3, 2023

Denver Post Honors HRMS Solutions as a 2023 Colorado Top Workplace

Denver Post Top Workplaces has awarded HRMS Solutions #2 Best Small Company to work for in Colorado. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: […]

February 28, 2023

Happy 20th Anniversary HRMS!

HRMS, a premier HCM consulting services firm, proudly announces its 20th anniversary this month, and now begins its third decade of providing exceptional service and unprecedented value for organizations partnering with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group). “Happy 20th anniversary HRMS! It’s been an amazing 20 years!”, proclaimed Mike Maiorino, CEO and Founder. He added, “I’m grateful […]

December 16, 2022

Holiday Greetings 2022

At the close of another year, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. We wish you a very Happy Holiday season and a peaceful and prosperous New Year!  

November 16, 2022

HRMS Named UKG Service Partner Influencer of the Year for Second Consecutive Year

HRMS Solutions, Inc. (HRMS), an established human capital management (HCM) advisory and distinguished UKG Service Partner focused on delivering premier full-suite implementation services, was presented with the UKG Service Partners’ 2022 Influencer of the Year Award on October 19th during UKG’s 2023 Partner Summit held in Orlando, FL.  The Influencer Award acknowledges a partner for […]

July 15, 2022

HRMS Earns 2022 Great Place to Work Certification™ for the Seventh Year

HRMS is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the seventh year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at HRMS. This year, 100% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 43 points higher than the typical U.S. […]

May 17, 2022

HRMS Solutions recognized by Great Place to Work on Certification Nation Day

HRMS is proud to celebrate Certification Nation Day on May 17, along with the community of Great Place to Work-Certified™ companies across the country. Great Place to Work® has designated May 17, 2022 as Certification Nation Day to salute and recognize the companies working to create great places to work for all. “To be considered a […]

April 5, 2022

Ben Munoz Joins HRMS Solutions as New Chief Services Officer

HRMS Solutions (HRMS), a UKG Implementation Services Partner, today announced Ben Munoz has joined the organization as its new Chief Services Officer (CSO) who will continue to elevate HRMS’ premier service delivery approach focused on the Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG) mid-market. Ben will assume control over all HRMS Professional Services teams including UKG Pro Launch, […]

February 16, 2022

Time to Rest and Recharge

At HRMS, we recognize that the past couple of years has been extremely challenging and stressful for us all, including our team. We also understand that our employees have a life and their position at HRMS is just one component of that life. To this end, we are doing something we have never done before. […]

June 22, 2021

HRMS Solutions Secures Moovila Gold RPAX Project Management Excellence Verification

Moovila®, the world’s most accurate portfolio and work management platform, today announced that HRMS Solutions, a human capital technology advisory, implementation and consulting services firm, is the first UKG™ Implementation Partner to achieve its Gold RPAX Project Management Excellence Verification. Moovila is a first-of-its-kind technology that helps professional services organizations identify, remediate, and monitor project risks […]

April 27, 2021

Great Place to Work Names HRMS Solutions One of the Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services 2021

Great Place to Work® has honored HRMS Solutions (HRMS) as one of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services™. This is HRMS’ second time being named to this prestigious list coming in at 50th place this year. Earning a spot means that HRMS is one of the best companies to work for in […]

December 21, 2020

Happy Holidays and a Joyful New Year

  With the holiday season upon us, we’d like to wish you, your colleagues, and your family a safe, healthy end to the year and lots of positivity as we enter the new year together. Thank you for inspiring us this year and we look forward to serving you in 2021!  

October 28, 2020

HRMS Solutions named one of the Top 100 Best Small Workplaces by Great Place to Work and Fortune

Excelling in One of the Nation’s Most Competitive Marketplaces   Great Place to Work® and Fortune have honored HRMS Solutions (HRMS) as one of the 2020 Best Small & Medium Workplaces™. The ranking is based on confidential survey feedback representing more than 189,000 employees working at small- and medium-sized businesses in the United States. Great Place to […]

September 24, 2020

HRMS Solutions Certified as a Great Place to Work for 5th Consecutive Year

HRMS Solutions, Inc. (HRMS), a human capital technology advisory, implementation and consulting services firm today announced it is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ for 2020 – and for the fifth consecutive year. Certification is a significant achievement and is awarded to superior preforming companies. Using validated employee feedback gathered with Great Place to Work’s rigorous, […]

September 22, 2020

Making Waves In a Digital World: HRMS Solutions on Customer Success

  Raven Intel’s Bonnie Tinder spoke with HRMS’ very own Mike Maiorino and Sunshine Brown about how HRMS is making waves in the HCM software and consulting partner market with high customer satisfaction rates. Boasting a 4.9 out of 5 Raven Intel profile rating, it’s no secret that HRMS is making waves and delivering extraordinary […]

April 9, 2020

2020 Payroll and HR Software Comparison – 9th Annual Edition Now Available

This annual report is one of the most widely requested and trusted publications available to assist HR, payroll and IT professionals with the evaluation of Payroll and HR software solutions and provide valuable direction in their research for technology to manage their workforce. The HRMS team of experts continually works to update this comprehensive evaluation […]

April 3, 2020

The CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program

Understanding the Paycheck Protection Program   Americans are still digesting the $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), which passed on Friday, March 27 as the largest financial support package in U.S. history. The law is more than 800 pages and contains hundreds of provisions designed to dispense relief to individuals […]