Ascent Technology

Ascent Technology specializes in solutions for airports, airlines and ground services providers. Its products are applied to information, operations and workforce management and capacity analysis. The company features SmartAirline Operations Center, a module that helps users organize flights, accommodate passengers and manage human and physical resources. Its SmartAirport Operations Center software offers capabilities to build schedules, track flights, manage flight readiness and assign aircraft positions; allocate baggage belts, check-in counters, departure lounges and equipment; and assign ground personnel, security staff, customer service agents, ramp workers and maintenance employees. Ascent Technology also develops ARIS/SmartBase for interfacing applications. The company offers customer support, consulting, system integration and training services. Ascent Technology was founded in 1986 and is based in Cambridge, Mass.