As the New Year approaches, I take time to reflect, learn from the past and set goals for the upcoming year. Unfortunately, I am not alone in this practice as everyone with a journalistic outlet tends to publicly do the same across every topic from pop culture to Wall Street.

However, I did come across two very well-written “lists” from well-respected outlets that bode well for Envysion and MVaaS in 2009.

First, Nation’s Restaurant News recently posted their “2008 Year in Review – Significant Technology Developments”. At the top of the list is “the movement to WEB-ACCESSED, CENTRALLY HOSTED BACK-OFFICE SOFTWARE AND SERVICES”. The article further states “operators cited as the reasons for their choice of such platforms ease of use; simplified deployment, maintenance and data collection; and, in some instances, lower up-front capital costs.” It’s great to see the restaurant industry embrace the SaaS model and for that matter, the MVaaS model. It appears the writers have a grasp on the value of the technology though I would also add the elimination of technology obsolescence as a major benefit.

The second list comes from Envysion’s Chairman, Dan Caruso and his blog Bear on Business. Leading up to Christmas, Mr. Caruso enticed readers with the #1 Item on Service Providers’ Holiday Wishlist. After a few suspense-filled days, Mr Caruso announced the gift of MVaaS as The Killer Application for 2009.

Well, there you have it. Two endorsements for MVaaS from the leading authorities in their respective fields of trade. I wish you all a happy and safe New Year and look forward to great opportunity in 2009.