Category: Company News

2015 Holiday Schedule

As the holiday season approaches, the Simply Voting team would like to inform you that our office will be closed from December 21, 2015, until January 1, 2016. During this time, our staff will be taking a well-earned break to celebrate the holidays with family and friends.

We understand that some of our customers may still require assistance during this period, so we’re here to help in case of emergencies. If you need support, please fill out the support form on our website and set the priority to “emergency.” One of our team members will promptly follow up with you to ensure your concerns are addressed. You can also access helpful information and resources through our online help portal.

As 2015 draws to a close, we want to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers and partners for an incredible year. It’s been a privilege to work with so many organizations to deliver secure and transparent online voting solutions. Your trust, feedback, and collaboration have been instrumental in making this year a success. We’re excited to build on that momentum as we enter 2016.

From all of us at Simply Voting, we wish you a joyful and peaceful holiday season filled with warmth, relaxation, and cherished memories. May the New Year bring new opportunities, growth, and success to you and your organization.

Thank you for being a valued part of the Simply Voting community. We look forward to working with you again in 2016.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

At Simply Voting, we recognize the importance of managing our environmental impact. We are excited to announce that Simply Voting is Bullfrogpowered taking a big step to reduce the carbon emissions footprint of our business by choosing 100% green electricity for our company. Bullfrog Power ensures that the same amount of clean, pollution-free energy is put onto the grid to balance the energy used by our facilities.

Across Canada, Bullfrog’s green electricity comes from a blend of wind and low-impact hydro power sourced from new renewable energy facilities. Bullfrog ensures the power going onto the grid on our behalf is from clean, renewable sources, displacing energy from polluting sources. As Bullfrog Power uses its customers’ support to provide funding to new green energy projects, our green energy purchase is also helping provide critical financial support to new renewable energy projects. Learn more about Bullfrog’s support for community-based green energy projects here.

By choosing Bullfrog Power, Simply Voting is not only reducing its carbon footprint but also actively contributing to the growth of Canada’s renewable energy sector. This commitment aligns with our broader values of sustainability and responsibility, ensuring that our efforts to provide secure and reliable voting solutions are conducted in an environmentally conscious manner. Together with Bullfrog Power, we’re proud to help pave the way for a cleaner, greener future.

Read the press release.

Sometimes change is a good thing. While the old version of the Simply Voting website served its purpose well, Simply Voting has grown and matured. Our brand should reflect the fact that our company is an enterprise-level provider of online voting solutions. After months of planning, designing and fine-tuning… we are excited to announce a revamp and improved website redesign, with a new logo to boot!

Some of the new features include:

• A responsive design that morphs to compliment the device (computer, tablet or smartphone) you are using to view the website.
• Our blog is incorporated into the website – it’s much easier to keep tabs on Simply Voting news and articles about e-voting.
• A checklist for planning your first internet election.
• A full description of the services we offer.
• Content specific to your industry.

A big thanks to CONCEPT9 for doing an excellent job strategizing and executing the revamp. We highly recommend them for anything related to online marketing, web development, SEO, etc. In the words of Sekoul Krastev, their Managing Director & Digital Strategist:

In creating Simply Voting’s new website, we started with a deep analysis of the entire customer journey, segmented by industry. This allowed us to create a website that is tailored to both a general audience and to very specific customer profiles, while keeping brand consistency across all pages and elements. This approach, combined with a solid informational architecture and targeted calls-to-action, allows Simply Voting’s new website to speak directly to users and address their specific voting needs. We strongly believe that this new platform will draw in new traffic, increase engagement and convert visitors into new business.

The revamped website reflects Simply Voting’s commitment to providing a modern, seamless experience not just for voters, but also for organizations looking to implement secure online elections. With enhanced usability and targeted content, we’ve made it easier than ever to explore our services, learn about the benefits of e-voting, and find resources tailored to your industry. This redesign is more than just a fresh look, it’s a step forward in our mission to support transparent and efficient digital democracy. We invite you to explore the new site and see how we’re continuing to evolve to meet your needs.

Enjoy the new website!

To help more electric cooperatives improve their election process, Simply Voting has joined the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) as an Associate Member. NRECA is the service organization dedicated to representing the national interests of electric cooperative utilities and the consumers they serve.

More than ever, electric cooperatives are under pressure to demonstrate that their voting events are fair and impartial. Simply Voting’s technology and expertise provides co-ops with a completely secure and impartial solution that helps the co-op connect with membership and membership connect with the co-op.

To further our commitment to supporting electric cooperatives, Simply Voting is proud to contribute to the ongoing modernization of their election processes. By leveraging our secure online voting platform, cooperatives can enhance member engagement, streamline election logistics, and ensure transparency in decision-making. Our mission is to empower organizations to build trust with their members through efficient and fair elections, aligning perfectly with the values upheld by NRECA and its member cooperatives.

Furthermore, we are going to be an exhibitor at the upcoming 2015 NRECA TechAdvantage Conference & Expo (Feb. 23-26, 2015 in Orlando, FL). Please visit us at booth #156 to learn more about online voting and how it can improve transparency and participation.

Not an electric cooperative?  Simply Voting serves all industries including associations, unions, municipalities and corporations.  Get in touch.  We would love to hear from you.

2014 Holiday Schedule: Simply Voting will be closed for the holidays from December 22, 2014 until January 4, 2015.

If you require emergency support during that time please fill out the support form on our website, set the priority to “emergency”, and someone will follow up with you shortly or check our help portal.

As we celebrate the holiday season, we want to take a moment to thank all of our customers and partners for their trust and support throughout the year. 2014 has been an exciting year for Simply Voting, and we’re proud to have helped so many organizations run secure and transparent elections.

We’re looking forward to continuing to serve you in 2015 with even more innovative solutions. From everyone at Simply Voting, we wish you a season filled with joy, relaxation, and memorable moments with your loved ones. Happy New Year!

From everyone at Simply Voting, we wish you a season filled with joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with family and friends. May the New Year bring you success, happiness, and new opportunities.

We wish all of our customers and partners a joyful holiday season and a happy new year!

Simply Voting received the highest CloudTrust Rating from Skyhigh Certification Networks. Skyhigh performs objective and thorough evaluations of cloud services based on a detailed set of criteria developed in conjunction with the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA). Services designated as Skyhigh Enterprise-Ready fully satisfy the most stringent requirements for data protection, identity verification, service security, business practices, and legal protection.

“Selecting an enterprise-ready service such as Simply Voting is critical, but performing product evaluations is expensive and time consuming, especially with the breadth of services available today,” said Rajiv Gupta, CEO of Skyhigh Networks. “The Skyhigh CloudTrust Rating streamlines the evaluation process by providing an objective and comprehensive evaluation of a service’s security controls and enterprise readiness.”

Our customers need to know that the election services we provide actually have the integrity and security that we promise. That’s why we make sure that Simply Voting’s online voting system and company infrastructure has been audited and certified by many reputable third parties – so you don’t have to take our word for it.

This recognition from Skyhigh Certification Networks reinforces Simply Voting’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security and reliability. By meeting the stringent criteria for the Skyhigh Enterprise-Ready rating, we ensure our clients can trust that their voting events are protected by robust data safeguards and enterprise-grade security protocols. Whether you’re running an election for a cooperative, association, corporation, or municipality, you can be confident that Simply Voting delivers a secure, transparent, and dependable solution that stands up to the most rigorous scrutiny.

Read the press release.

By now, you may have heard about “Heartbleed” which is a bug impacting the security of websites. Our engineers have confirmed that we are unaffected by Heartbleed vulnerability, this security bug has no impact on our systems as they aren’t running the affected versions of OpenSSL (versions 1.0.1 through 1.0.1f).

At Simply Voting, we continuously monitor and update our systems to ensure the highest level of security and reliability. We understand the importance of safeguarding your data and take proactive measures to protect our platform from potential vulnerabilities. While Heartbleed has been a significant concern for many, we remain committed to providing a secure, trustworthy online voting experience. Rest assured, your information and voting process are in safe hands with Simply Voting. If you ever have any questions regarding our security practices or need further information, we’re always available to assist.

Our commitment to security extends beyond addressing immediate threats like Heartbleed. We adopt a proactive and comprehensive approach to safeguard our systems against both current and emerging vulnerabilities. Our team of engineers regularly conducts rigorous security audits, applies industry-leading encryption standards, and stays ahead of best practices to ensure your data remains protected.

At Simply Voting, we prioritize transparency and trust, and we’re dedicated to maintaining a platform that meets and exceeds the highest security standards. Your confidence in our system is our top priority, we’re here to provide continuous support for a seamless voting experience.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact support.

Today we launched this company blog and our company pages on 4 social networks to boot!

Our goal is twofold. First of all, we have things to tell you. We want you to know about improvements to the voting system and tips we have on running successful elections.

Second, we want to hear from you. We’d love to get your feedback and answer any questions you might have. We’d also like to allow you to exchange thoughts with fellow customers.

So please keep an eye on this blog and join us on your preferred social networks so we can stay in touch between your voting events. Don’t be shy to comment, tweet, like, +1, recommend, and share!

Find us on…
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/simply-voting-inc-/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyVoting
Twitter: https://twitter.com/simplyvoting
Google+: https://www.google.com/+Simplyvoting

This blog and our social media presence are part of our commitment to fostering a vibrant and interactive community. We’re excited to create spaces where election organizers can connect, share ideas, and stay informed about the latest advancements in online voting. Whether it’s through engaging posts, practical advice, or direct conversations, we’re here to build a stronger dialogue and help you make the most of your voting events. Join us and let’s shape the future of digital democracy together!

Contact us if you need more information!