FrankCrum announced the acquisition of Haneke Design, a Tampa Bay-based software development and user experience design firm, strengthening its technology capabilities and expanding the services it provides to small business clients. The transaction brings together two organizations that have collaborated for years and combines Haneke Design’s engineering expertise with FrankCrum’s human resources platform.
The acquisition provides FrankCrum with direct access to Haneke Design’s software engineering talent, product design expertise, project management capabilities, and development methodologies. The company plans to incorporate these resources into its HRIS platform to create a more intuitive and customer-focused experience for its professional employer organization clients.
Founded more than 20 years ago, Haneke Design specializes in human-centered design and has integrated AI into its software development processes to improve efficiency, code quality, and speed to market. The firm has delivered projects for professional services organizations and global brands while helping businesses develop web and mobile applications.
FrankCrum said the acquisition reflects a shared vision of providing small businesses with powerful yet accessible technology solutions. The company intends to leverage Haneke Design’s AI-enabled workflows and development practices to simplify administrative processes and enhance the overall user experience for customers. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, FrankCrum serves more than 4,800 businesses nationwide, supporting more than 90,000 employees.
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“Haneke Design brings a rare combination of technical excellence, design-forward thinking, and market focus. This partnership is built on years of working together and a deep mutual respect for how each organization approaches innovation, client experience, and long-term relationships.”
“Over the years, Haneke has been instrumental in helping us launch and evolve multiple technology applications where thoughtful design and intuitive user experiences became true differentiators for our business.”
“The acquisition underscores a shared vision: empowering small businesses with tools that are not only powerful, but also intuitive and accessible.”
Matt Crum, Co-President, FrankCrum
“Joining FrankCrum allows us to scale our impact in a meaningful way. From the beginning, both organizations have shared a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering meaningful value to clients. Together with FrankCrum, we can build technology solutions that are sophisticated yet approachable, helping small businesses operate more efficiently while creating a better overall user experience.”
Jody Haneke, CEO, Haneke Design
