Downers Grove, IL -- Funny how one decision can influence the direction of a business. Talk to Scott Upp, President of UPP Business Systems, and he'll tell you that the firm was formed in response to one client's need, at one point in time. Upp never dreamed this IT project would snowball into a high-energy, high-growth company with 250 employees, currently servicing more than 58 of the largest corporations in the country.

This focus on client relationships and services has propelled UPP to record growth. For the fifth consecutive year, the firm has averaged 32 percent growth, topping the industry's pace. Credit for UPP's record-setting growth is due in part to its corporate culture and unique business model. Unlike their competition, UPP's business model is open, enterprising and employee-driven. The UPP approach emphasizes opportunity for employees and promotes communication. As Scott Upp explains, "Our relationships with our people are very important to us. We're constantly striving to build bridges and encourage honest dialogue."

The difference between UPP and other firms begins and ends with its people. "Our consultants are UPP, representing us to each client, every day," add Mark Harrison, Executive Vice President, "and we look at them to tell us how we can strengthen our partnerships with clients and with them."

Not surprisingly UPP is always striving to improve its communication and corporate culture as well as capabilities. During the late 1980s, the company was renowned for its Unisys mainframe expertise, but changing markets and client needs were the catalysts for UPP's expansion into UNIX/client-server environments. Today, UPP is a premier provider of top talent for both segments of the business.

Client-focused. Service-oriented. Employee-driven. These are the hallmarks of this energetic, enterprising consulting firm. "One of our consultants summed up who we are beautifully," notes Scott Upp. "He said we stand for stability, reliability and responsiveness. And bottom line, that's what we try to bring to both our clients and consultants -- a real ability to listen and respond to their needs."

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