B.R., N.O. tech firms merging

Baton Rouge-based Antares Technology Solutions announced today that it’s merging with e-Gov Systems, which is headquartered in New Orleans and specializes in cloud-based sales tax return and remittance solutions. The merged firms will retain their individual brand names but will shift all corporate headquarters to Baton Rouge and retain offices in New Orleans. The entire staffs of both companies, which collectively equal about 50 employees, will be retained. Founded in 1988, ATS is a provider of custom software applications and IT consulting to government and business clients in Baton Rouge and New Orleans. ATS says the merger will help accelerate growth of the combined firm. “e-Gov Systems has positioned itself to rapidly expand its national, state, and local tax management footprint,” says Ezra Hodge, CEO of Ram Ware, the umbrella company that was used for the merger. “Similarly, the software development expertise of Antares Technology Solutions is increasingly being sought on the national level. Combining the expertise and resources of the two companies strategically positions us for rapid growth.” The move will have no impact on customer relationships, as all products and services will continue to be offered. More details on the merger can be found here.