Jive Software Recognized As One Of The Fastest Growing Companies In North America On Deloitte's 2015 Technology Fast 500

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Jive Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: JIVE) today announced the company has been recognized for the fourth straight year 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. Jive revenue has grown 131 percent during 2011 to 2014.

"As an industry-leading provider of communication and collaboration solutions with millions and millions of users, we see time and again the power that occurs when people are given the tools to work at their fullest potential," said Bryan LeBlanc, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Jive. "This recognition by Deloitte further reinforces our dedication to deliver industry-leading communication and collaboration solutions, and ultimately reflects what we are most proud of -- the successes of our new and loyal customers."

"Amid a fierce business climate, there seems to be no shortage of new and established companies that are unlocking a seemingly unlimited potential for growth and advancement through technology's continued disruption and proliferation across industries," said Sandra Shirai, principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP and U.S. technology, media and telecommunications leader. "It is inspiring to witness the innovative ways that companies are incorporating emerging technologies for business gains, be it cognitive computing, or the Internet of Things. We congratulate all those ranked on this year's Fast 500 and look forward to seeing their continued growth into 2016."

Overall, 2015 Technology Fast 500™ companies achieved revenue growth ranging from 109 percent to 21,984 percent from 2011 to 2014, with an average growth of 850 percent.

"Through the efforts and utilization of new and emerging technologies from these companies, we are witnessing greater business demands from across almost all industries," added Jim Atwell, national managing partner of the emerging company practice, Deloitte & Touche LLP. "We look forward to the opportunity to serve these companies as they strive to grow to the next level –  be it towards introducing new solutions or entering new markets – and with it make important and long lasting impressions on the technology market as a whole."

About Deloitte's 2015 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 2011 to 2014.

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 or CD, and current-year operating revenues of at least $5 million USD or CD. Additionally, companies must be in business for a minimum of four years and be headquartered within North America. 

About Jive SoftwareJive (Nasdaq: JIVE) is the leading provider of modern communication and collaboration solutions for business. Recognized as a leader by the industry's top analyst firms in multiple categories, Jive enables employees, partners and customers to work better together. More information can be found at www.jivesoftware.com or the Jive News Blog.

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