RDA provides analysis services to help our clients evaluate their
options and determine the best platform solution for their needs—
whether cloud-based, on-premises, or hybrid. We also deliver full
lifecycle application development services, helping build, implement,
deploy, host, manage, scale and support those solutions. RDA first
takes the time to understand our clients' business needs and then
maps an appropriate technology solution, optimized to the cost,
scale, mobility and security requirements of their business.
http://www.rdacorp.com
Established in 1988, RDA's corporate office and Development Center are located in Baltimore with
additional technology teams in Atlanta, Charlotte, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.
Senior Software Engineer at RDA Corporation
Senior SharePoint Developer / SharePoint Architect
Author / Editor / Speaker / Blogger / Tweeter
10+ Years Engineering Software Solutions
7+ Years Developing Solutions for SharePoint
ferro@rdacorp.com
www.timferro.com
@timferro
White Paper Author
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ferro@rdacorp.com
www.timferro.com
@timferro
Senior Software Engineer at RDA Corporation
Senior SharePoint Developer / SharePoint Architect
Author / Editor / Speaker / Blogger / Tweeter
10+ Years Engineering Software Solutions
7+ Years Developing Solutions for SharePoint
ferro@rdacorp.com
www.timferro.com
@timferro