Recognitions – Concept Solutions

Concept Solutions WINS 2024 ATCA Annual Outstanding Achievement Award for Small Business

Overview of the NAVenGIS Initiative

Concept Solutions, in partnership with NAV CANADA, has been awarded the 2024 ATCA Outstanding Achievement Award for Small Business. This recognition highlights their groundbreaking NAVenGIS initiative, which enhances military Air Traffic Management (ATM) and improves integration with the U.S. National Airspace System. The initiative has delivered automated capabilities, including ADS-B Accommodation and advanced Altitude Reservation (ALTRV) management, boosting situational awareness, safety, and efficiency. With international collaboration involving the FAA and the UK, this effort sets new benchmarks in aviation technology and operational excellence.

Testimonial from NAV CANADA

“This year, NAV CANADA worked directly with Concept Solutions to successfully deploy a new Altitude Reservation (ALTRV) management software capability, streamlining airspace management and enhancing operational efficiency. With this new feature, military units can now enter airspace requests directly into the system, reducing the potential for errors and significantly decreasing processing time. This capability will also integrate seamlessly with modern air traffic management systems, positioning NAV CANADA at the forefront of innovative airspace solutions and reinforcing our commitment to safety, efficiency, and service excellence across Canadian airspace.”

Key Achievements and Project Phases

In Phase 1 of the initiative, CS successfully delivered an automated ADS-B Accommodation capability, supporting NAV CANADA’s efforts to comply with the Canadian ADS-B Mandate for non-compliant flights in Class A airspace. This system, operational as of August 1, 2023, just three months post-contract, provides NAV CANADA’s military flight planners with enhanced situational awareness, allowing them to visualize flight routes and communicate critical information to air traffic controllers for unequipped aircraft.

In Phase 2, CS implemented an advanced Altitude Reservation (ALTRV) request management capability, transforming NAV CANADA’s internal communications and situational awareness for their Altitude Reservation Units. This new capability streamlines what was previously a manual, paper-based process into a centralized, digital system. Phase 2 went live on 30 October, introducing significant improvements in information sharing with international Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), including the FAA and the United Kingdom. These enhancements are designed to further boost safety and operational efficiency.

Setting New Standards in Aviation Innovation

Through this multi-phase initiative, CS and NAV CANADA are setting new standards for aviation technology and innovation, with more capabilities planned for future phases. This award underscores Concept Solutions’ dedication to elevating air traffic management and demonstrates the potential for advanced technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and international collaboration in aviation.

ATCA award recipients were honored at the ATCA Connect conference on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Learn more about the ATCA Awards Program at: https://www.atca.org/atca-awards-program

About Concept Solutions, LLC

Founded in 1999, Concept Solutions, LLC, headquartered in Reston, Virginia, is a management and technology consulting company committed to providing strategic solutions enabling organizations to operate more efficiently. At Concept Solutions, we create and support Mission-Critical solutions that keep our country safe, in the areas of Aerospace, Defense, Law Enforcement, and Commerce. We are experts in delivering innovative solutions through advanced software development, systems engineering, and management. Our business conforms to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 20000 quality standards. Learn more at: https://www.concept-solutions.com/

November 8, 2024

Concept Solutions Ranked #36 on Washington Technology’s Fast 50 List for 2024

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Concept Solutions is proud to announce its #36 ranking on Washington Technology’s 2024 Fast 50 list of the fastest-growing small businesses in the government market. With a compounded growth rate of 38.9%, driven by successes across key IT modernization, cloud services, and DevSecOps projects, this recognition underscores our ability to deliver impactful IT solutions, systems engineering, and program management services for our government clients.

“Our inclusion in the 2024 Fast 50 reflects Concept Solutions’ dedication to growth and our commitment to providing leading-edge solutions to support mission-critical government programs,” said John Krahulec, Concept Solutions Chief Operating Officer & Executive VP. “We are proud of our team’s exceptional talent and remain focused on investing in our people, technology, and partnerships to sustain this momentum.”

The Washington Technology Fast 50 ranks companies according to their annual compound growth rate over a five-year period and highlights the contributions of small businesses in the government market. Concept Solutions has led the charge in IT modernization and cloud migration, demonstrating leadership in agile and DevSecOps practices, IT engineering, and cybersecurity solutions. To see the full list, visit Washington Technology’s 2024 Fast 50.

About Concept Solutions

Founded in 1999, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS), headquartered in Northern Virginia, is an innovative, agile technology, engineering, and management company committed to providing strategic solutions enabling organizations to operate more efficiently. At CS, we create and support mission-critical solutions that keep our country safe, in the areas of Aerospace, Space, Defense, and National Security. We are experts in delivering leading-edge and modernized solutions through software development, systems engineering and management consulting. Our business and teams leverage Agile (Scrum, SAFe), CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 20000-1 quality standards. Learn more at: https://www.concept-solutions.com/

October 23, 2024

Concept Solutions, LLC and NAV CANADA to Present Co-Authored Paper at Prestigious International Aviation Conference

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Concepts Solutions, LLC is thrilled to announce that our research paper, “Airspace Operational Efficiency: Transformation Through GIS-Enabled Applications,” which was co-authored with NAV CANADA, has been accepted for presentation at the 24th Integrated Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance (ICNS) Conference held April 23 to 25, 2024, at the Westin Washington Dulles Airport Hotel in Herndon, Virginia.

Our paper delves into the transformative potential of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in enhancing operational efficiencies within the airspace sector and outlines a collaboration between CS and NAV CANADA using the CS AvenGIS platform. This paper represents a significant contribution to the ongoing discourse on how innovative applications of GIS technologies can lead to substantial improvements in organizational collaboration, flight safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

The ICNS Conference is renowned as the leading international forum for the aviation industry, focusing on advancements in Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance (CNS) technologies and their integral role in Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems. The conference draws leaders and experts from across the globe, including representatives from pivotal organizations across government and industry, making it a key forum for discussing technological innovations, development programs, and policy implications in the CNS / Air Traffic Management domain.

“The selection of our paper for presentation at this distinguished conference underscores the importance of our work and its relevance to the future of global aviation infrastructure. It is a testament to the collaborative efforts and expertise of our team with our partners at NAV CANADA, and our shared commitment to advancing aviation technology to maximize safety and efficiency,” said Phong Mai, Concept Solutions President & CEO.

We look forward to engaging with fellow industry leaders, policymakers, and academic scholars at the ICNS Conference to share our insights and explore the synergies that GIS-enabled applications can bring to the realm of CNS and ATM. For more information about the conference, please visit: https://i-cns.org/

About AvenGIS

Concept Solutions’ Advanced Geographic Information System (AvenGIS) is an integrated framework of open-source products, a foundational set of functionalities, and a flexible capability for quickly extending or customizing those functionalities to new requirements. AvenGIS is lightweight and configurable to run in either physical or virtual environments with a user’s choice of back-end databases, authentication mechanisms, and other user desired features. AvenGIS has been deployed to production in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment, as well as in other cloud environments.

About NAV CANADA

NAV CANADA is the private company responsible for Canada’s civil air navigation services since its establishment in 1996. It oversees air traffic control, flight information, and navigation aids, ensuring the safety and efficiency of air travel within Canada and over the North Atlantic, funded by service charges from aviation users. Learn more at: https://www.navcanada.ca/en/

About Concept Solutions, LLC

Founded in 1999, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS), headquartered in Northern Virginia, is an innovative, agile technology, engineering, and management company committed to providing strategic solutions enabling organizations to operate more efficiently. At CS, we create and support mission-critical solutions that keep our country safe, in the areas of Aerospace, Defense, Law Enforcement, and Commerce. We are experts in delivering leading-edge and modernized solutions through software development, systems engineering and management consulting. Our business and teams leverage Agile (Scrum, SAFe), CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 20000-1 quality standards. Learn more at: https://www.concept-solutions.com/

March 21, 2024

Concept Solutions WINS 2021 ATCA Annual Outstanding Achievement Award for Small Business

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Reston, VA. — September 27, 2021 — The Air Traffic Control Association (ATCA) has awarded Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) with the 2021 Small Business Outstanding Achievement Award. Our Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Command and Control Communications (C3) Emergency Operations Network (EON) Team was selected for demonstrating outstanding achievement and contribution, which has added to the quality, safety, or efficiency of air traffic control.

“Concept Solutions is extremely proud to be recognized by the Air Traffic Control Association,” said Phong Mai, Concept Solutions’ President and CEO. “We strive to provide our clients with the safest, most efficient, and highest quality solutions, and this award reflects the hard work from all of our staff to successfully meet our clients’ needs.”

As the spread of COVID-19 proliferated throughout the United States in late April 2020, FAA leadership had a critical need for a system with scoped COVID-19 case data to support the FAA’s operations and transparent decision-making. CS played a key role in recognizing the urgency and criticality of the Administrator’s directive. The technical expertise and contributions of our EON Team was key in successfully developing the COVID-19 Operations Dashboard in just 48 hours and, subsequently, maintaining availability to FAA leadership and employees throughout the pandemic.

The Dashboard continues to play a critical role in the effectiveness and transparency of FAA decision-making throughout the pandemic. The FAA COVID-19 Incident Management Team and the Office of Aerospace Medicine rely almost exclusively on the dashboard when making critical travel and Recovery Phasing recommendations to senior agency leaders.

ATCA award recipients will be honored at the ATCA Annual Conference & Exposition on Tuesday February 8^th, 2022. Learn more about the ATCA Awards Program at: https://www.atca.org/atca-awards-program

About Concept Solutions, LLC

Founded in 1999, Concept Solutions, LLC, headquartered in Reston, Virginia, is a management and technology consulting company committed to providing strategic solutions enabling organizations to operate more efficiently. At Concept Solutions, we create and support Mission-Critical solutions that keep our country safe, in the areas of Aerospace, Defense, Law Enforcement, and Commerce. We are experts in delivering innovative solutions through advanced software development, systems engineering, and management. Our business conforms to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 20000 quality standards. Learn more at: https://www.concept-solutions.com/

September 27, 2021

Rick Antonucci Promoted to Director, USAF and Civilian Programs

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Reston, Va. — June 26, 2020 — Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is pleased to announce the promotion of John “Rick” Antonucci Jr. to Director of U.S. Air Force (USAF) and Civilian Programs as of May 1, 2020.

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Rick has more than eight years of client-facing experience focused on market research and business development. He joined CS in February 2018 as a Business Development Manager, working with the leadership, proposal and capture teams to bid on contracts and attract talent. Most notably, Rick led CS’s proposal effort to win the Kessel Run contract.

“The new role will allow us to better understand and serve our customers with a single point of contact from sales to delivery. Rick’s extensive background lends a unique perspective to excel at the critical confluence of these duties to our valued customers,” said CS President and CEO Phong Mai.

With Rick’s new title, he will continue in his existing capacity as Business Development Manager. But he will now also serve as Account Manager for CS’s team at the Kessel Run Experimentation Lab in Boston, MA, where civilian software professionals work alongside USAF’s best and brightest to modernize the legacy data support systems of the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter.

Rick’s new duties will entail overseeing staffing, project tracking and delivery of the Kessel Run team’s exceptional and high-quality work. He will also leverage the team’s successes to explore future defense contract opportunities.

CS looks forward to working with Rick in this new capacity and believes he will continue making significant and positive contributions to the company.

About Concept Solutions, LLC

Founded in 1999, Concept Solutions, LLC, headquartered in Northern Virginia, is a management and technology consulting company committed to providing strategic solutions enabling organizations to operate more efficiently. At Concept Solutions, we create and support Mission-Critical solutions that keep our country safe, in the areas of Aerospace, Defense, Law Enforcement, Finance and Weather. We are experts in delivering innovative solutions through information technology, engineering and management. Our business conforms to Agile, Scrum, SEI-CMMI ML3, ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 20000-1 quality standards. Learn more at: https://www.concept-solutions.com/

June 26, 2020

ConceptSolutions is named to “Best Places to Work” for 4th consecutive year!

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For the fourth consecutive year, Virginia Business and Best Companies Group have selected ConceptSolutions as a 2016 Best Places to Work in Virginia finalist.

“We are honored to be recognized among the top employers in the state,” said John Krahulec, ConceptSolutions Executive Vice President and COO. “ConceptSolutions is a great place to work not just because of our benefits, but because of our people. They are the best!”

This statewide survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Virginia, benefiting the state’s economy, workforce and businesses. The 2016 Best Places to Work in Virginia list is made up of 100 companies.

To be considered for participation, companies had to fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

– Be a for-profit, not-for-profit business or government entity;

– Be a publicly or privately held business;

– Have a facility in the state of Virginia;

– Have at least 15 employees working in the state of Virginia; and

– Be in business a minimum of 1 year.

Companies from across the state entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Places to Work in Virginia. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. This part of the process was worth approximately 25% of the total evaluation. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. This part of the process was worth approximately 75% of the total evaluation. The combined scores determined the top companies and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration and survey process in Virginia and also analyzed the data and used their expertise to determine the final ranking.

The final rankings will be announced at an awards luncheon on January 28, 2016 at the Williamsburg Lodge in Williamsburg, VA.

For more information on the Best Places to Work in Virginia program, visit www.BestPlacesToWorkVA.com.

November 23, 2015

ConceptSolutions Earns 3rd Consecutive Virginia Business Best Places to Work Honor!

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For the third consecutive year, Virginia Business and Best Companies Group have selected ConceptSolutions as a 2015 Best Places to Work in Virginia finalist. The comprehensive list was announced in the February 2015 issue of Virginia Business Magazine.

“It is an honor and privilege to be named among the top employers in the state,” said Phong Mai, ConceptSolutions president and CEO. “ConceptSolutions values its employees and we are proud of this continued recognition on the 2015 Best Places to Work in Virginia list.”

The annual statewide survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize, and honor the best places of employment in Virginia. This distinction is bestowed upon companies with excellent ratings in several employee-focused categories such as corporate culture, benefits, engagement, and leadership.

The 2015 Best Places to Work in Virginia list comprises 100 companies chosen from an original pool of 150 companies split into three categories—small employers (15-99 employees), medium employers (100-249 employees), and large employers (250 or more employees). ConceptSolutions ranked 47th out of 63 small employer finalists.

Participating companies across the state entered the two-part assessment process. Employers completed a survey evaluating workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems, and demographics. Employees of the various employers also completed a survey measuring the employee experience. Best Companies Group analysts then used the survey feedback to determine the strengths and opportunities of participating companies, which is used for ranking determinations.

To see the list and cover article for the announcements, visit: http://www.virginiabusiness.com/news/article/keeping-the-troops-happy

For more information on the Best Places to Work in Virginia program, visit: http://www.bestplacestoworkva.com/

March 2, 2015

ConceptSolutions Named to Best Places to Work in Virginia!

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Concept Solutions, LLC. (www.Concept-Solutions.com), a Small Business technology and management consulting company serving government organizations, announced today it has been named as one of the 2013 Best Places to Work in Virginia. The annual list of “Best Places to Work” was created by Virginia Business and Best Companies Group.

This survey and award program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best places of employment in Virginia, benefiting the state’s economy, its work force and businesses. The Best Places to Work in Virginia list is made up of a total of 80 companies, split into three groups: 39 small employers (fewer than 100 employees) 15 mid-sized employers (100-250 employees), and 26 large-sized employers (more than 250 employees). ConceptSolutions has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Virginia in the medium category.

Organizations from across the state entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Places to Work in Virginia. The first part consisted of evaluating each nominated company’s workplace policies, practices, philosophy, systems and demographics. The second part consisted of an employee survey to measure the employee experience. The combined scores determined the top organizations and the final ranking. Best Companies Group managed the overall registration, survey and analysis process and determined the final rankings.

“Our appearance on this list illustrates the strong core values at the heart of ConceptSolutions,” said Phong Mai, ConceptSolutions President & CEO. “ConceptSolutions is proud to be recognized as one of the best places to work.”

About ConceptSolutions
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, ConceptSolutions is an information management and technology consulting company, providing strategic, technical, and problem solving expertise to the FAA, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security and other government organizations. ConceptSolutions is a leading enterprise Web 2.0 implementer with a track record of making organizations measurably more productive, efficient, and innovative. ConceptSolutions maintains federal contract vehicles and partner alliances, including GSA Schedule 70, STARS II, and MOBIS; FAA eFAST; Seaport-e; Oracle Partner Network; TURBO Enterprise Partner Program; SalesForce Partner Program and the Microsoft Partner Program. For more information, please visit www.concept-solutions.com.

November 15, 2012

ConceptSolutions Named to 6th Deloitte FAST 500!

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Concept Solutions, LLC. (www.Concept-Solutions.com), a Small Business technology and management consulting company serving government organizations, announced today it has earned a spot in Deloitte’s prestigious Technology Fast 500 program. Deloitte’s Fast 500 is an annual listing of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, and life sciences companies in North America based on percentage revenue growth over the past five years.

For revenue growth between 2007 and 2011, ConceptSolutions ranks 332 nationally, 8 locally, and 6 in the Computers/Peripherals category. Concept Solutions achieved 229% growth over the 5-year span, landing on the ranking list for a 6th consecutive year.

“We are honored that ConceptSolutions has earned a place as one of the fastest growing technology companies each of the past six years,” said Phong Mai, President and CEO of ConceptSolutions. “With continued support from our customers and hard work from our staff, we look forward to continued success.”

About Deloitte’s FAST 500
The Technology Fast 500 ranking is compiled from nominations submitted directly to the Technology Fast 500 website, and public company database research conducted by Deloitte. Technology Fast 500 award winners for 2012 are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth during the five-year period from 2007 to 2011.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the company’s operating revenues. Using other companies’ technology or intellectual property in a unique way does not satisfy this requirement. Technology Fast 500 award eligibility requirements also include base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD or CD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD or CD. These revenues must have more than doubled between 2007 and 2011. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of five years, and be headquartered within North America.

About ConceptSolutions
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, ConceptSolutions is an information management and technology consulting company, providing strategic, technical, and problem solving expertise to the FAA, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security and other government organizations. ConceptSolutions is a leading enterprise Web 2.0 implementer with a track record of making organizations measurably more productive, efficient, and innovative. ConceptSolutions maintains federal contract vehicles and partner alliances, including GSA Schedule 70, STARS II, and MOBIS; FAA eFAST; Seaport-e; Oracle Partner Network; TURBO Enterprise Partner Program; SalesForce Partner Program and the Microsoft Partner Program. For more information, please visit www.concept-solutions.com.

November 14, 2012

Fifth Consecutive Win for ConceptSolutions

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Concept Solutions, LLC. (www.Concept-Solutions.com), a Small Business technology and management consulting company serving government organizations, announced today it has earned a spot in Deloitte’s prestigious Technology Fast 500 program. Deloitte’s Fast 500 is an annual listing of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, and life sciences companies in North America based on percentage revenue growth over the past five years.

Since its founding in 1999, ConceptSolutions has prospered with steady growth, landing on the FAST 500 list each of the past five years. For revenue growth between 2006 and 2010, ConceptSolutions ranks 322 nationally on the 2011 FAST 500 and ranks 20 in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with a five-year revenue growth of 262%.

“ConceptSolutions is honored to be recognized by Deloitte as one of the 500 fastest growing technology companies in North America. Through our continued commitment to provide the best services for our customers, ConceptSolutions has continued to journey forward to achieve consistent growth and success,” said Phong Mai, President and CEO of ConceptSolutions. “We are proud to receive recognition on the prestigious list for each of the past five years.”

About Deloitte’s FAST 500
The Technology Fast 500 ranking is compiled from nominations submitted directly to the Technology Fast 500 website, and public company database research conducted by Deloitte. Technology Fast 500 award winners for 2011 are selected based on percentage fiscal year revenue growth during the five-year period from 2006 to 2010.

In order to be eligible for Technology Fast 500 recognition, companies must own proprietary intellectual property or proprietary technology that contributes to a significant portion of the company’s operating revenues. Using other companies’ technology or intellectual property in a unique way does not satisfy this requirement. Technology Fast 500 award eligibility requirements also include base-year operating revenues of at least $50,000 USD or CD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD or CD. These revenues must have more than doubled between 2006 and 2010. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of five years, and be headquartered within North America.

About ConceptSolutions
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, ConceptSolutions is an information management and technology consulting company, providing strategic, technical, and problem solving expertise to the FAA, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security and other government organizations. ConceptSolutions is a leading enterprise Web 2.0 implementer with a track record of making organizations measurably more productive, efficient, and innovative. ConceptSolutions maintains federal contract vehicles and partner alliances, including GSA Schedule 70, STARS II, and MOBIS; FAA eFAST; Seaport-e; Oracle Partner Network; TURBO Enterprise Partner Program; and the Microsoft Partner Program. For more information, please visit www.concept-solutions.com.

October 20, 2011