SmartAction Ranked as a Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte's 2016 Technology Fast 500™

November 16, 2016 - SmartAction today announced it ranked on Deloitte's Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies in North America.

SmartAction's chief executive officer, Tom Lewis, credits a loyal and expanding client base and a track record of innovative problem-solving with the company's substantial revenue growth. He said, "We work with phenomenal, future-focused customers that believe in our highly talented team to lead them in their customer experience endeavors. To us, transforming the customer experience is a journey and this recognition is an important step for the company."

"Today, when every organization can be a tech company, the most effective businesses not only foster the courage to explore change, but also encourage creativity in using and applying existing assets in new ways, as resourcefully as possible," said Sandra Shirai, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP and U.S. technology, media, and telecommunications industry leader. "This ingenious approach to innovation calls for the encouragement of curiosity and collaboration both within and outside the office walls."

"This year's Fast 500 winners showcase that when organizations are open to diverse perspectives and insights, they are able to create an environment for their employees and customers to see the possibilities and ingenious solutions that might lie ahead," added Jim Atwell, national managing partner of the emerging growth company practice, Deloitte & Touche LLP. "Entrepreneurial environments foster change and innovation within businesses, and we look forward to watching these companies continue to drive change across all sectors."

About Deloitte's 2016 Technology Fast 500™
Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 provides a ranking of the fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences and energy tech companies – both public and private – in North America. Technology Fast 500 award winners are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth from 2012 to 2015.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or technology that is sold to customers in products that contribute to a majority of the company's operating revenues. Companies must have base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America.

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About SmartAction
SmartAction offers a cloud-based artificial intelligence engine that provides 100% natural language self-service. The engine, known as IVA®, allows customers to easily complete requests that had traditionally required live customer service agents. By automating these conversations, SmartAction helps companies provide an effortless customer experience while reducing operating costs. Clients include MGM Resorts International, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., AAA/CAA, TechStyle Fashion Group, and many more across more than ten industries.

For more information, visit www.smartaction.ai or email info@smartaction.com.