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Family of municipal utility CIS and billing products — Advanced Utility Systems (CIS Infinity), Cayenta, NorthStar, and SmartWorks — under Harris Computer.
Procurery Insight
Harris Computer (a Constellation Software company) owns several established utility-billing and CIS brands — Advanced Utility Systems' CIS Infinity, Cayenta, NorthStar, and SmartWorks — that collectively span small municipal utilities up to larger, more complex ones. The main draw is Constellation's long-term ownership model, which prioritizes stability and continuity over rapid reinvention. The catch is that these are distinct products with different heritages and fit, so buyers should pin down exactly which Harris brand they are evaluating and check references on that specific product rather than the parent.
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| Agency type | Population | Price band | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility | 100k-250k | $200k-$600k / yr | Selected a specific Harris CIS brand for rate flexibility; product fit confirmed in references. |
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