HiSoftware
provides
innovative
software
solutions
that
empower
developers,
designers,
and
content
managers
to
create
and
deliver
accessible,
searchable
and
usable
Web
sites
for all
users of
the
internet
regardless
of
physical
or
technical
abilities.
Year
HiSoftware Snapshot
1996
HiSoftware was founded in late 1996 as “Hiawatha Island Software Company,” to provide custom software and consulting services for State and Federal government agencies as well as corporate customers.
1997
HiSoftware expands consulting practices with the addition of new employees to support a growing customer base.
1998
HiSoftware releases their first commercial software product, TagGen.
1999
Hi Software releases integrated components for Allaire HomeSite, Microsoft FrontPage and Microsoft Office.
2000
HiSoftware expands its role as a leader in content testing and remediation for search optimization and content quality with the release of its content quality solutions AccVerify, AccRepair and AccMonitor Server
2001
HiSoftware and Microsoft Corporation partner to provide a Web content quality and accessibility solution to users of Microsoft FrontPage.
2002
HiSoftware wins the prestigious 2002 da Vinci award in recognition for its software's delivery on promise of making the world a better place for everyone.
HiSoftware releases its first technology in the Spanish language.
HiSoftware releases Hi-Caption Digital media captioning solution that gains instant acceptance by the digital media community.
2003
HiSoftware creates “Cynthia Says”, a world-class free online accessibility-testing portal. Cynthia Says and HiSoftware’s entire accessibility product line is officially endorsed by the American Council of the Blind, as “best of breed” technology for ensuring the accessibility of Web content.
HiSoftware releases the first accessibility validation and remediation solution for Macromedia Flash.
HiSoftware Teams with Microsoft to Jointly develop the First Complete Platform Business Solution for Content Quality and Accessibility - SOA (The Solution for Online Accessibility)
2004
HiSoftware Releases the next Generation of its Highly acclaimed AccVerify DS2 Solution.
HiSoftware Release the 2004 Edition of AccMonitor providing unparalleled processing power and stability.
2005
HiSoftware's http://www.CynthiaSays.com becomes one of the leading online accessibility testers with over 10 million unique tests.
2006
HiSoftware’s Board of Directors names Kurt A. Mueffelmann as President and CEO and closes a new round of funding.
2007
“Hiawatha Island Software Company” changes it's name and becomes HiSoftware Inc. to create stronger company and brand recognition.
HiSoftware launches http://www.accessibilitywatch.com a Blog dedicated to providing the Web community with latest information on accessibility technology, news, solutions, tips and more.
2010
HiSoftware Records 2009 Financial Milestones with record growth fueled by key customer wins including Global 2000 companies and world-wide Public Sector agencies.
