The KMWorld Hall of Distinction 2012 Apr 29, 2012 This article appears in the issue May 2012, [Volume 21, Issue 5] Tweet Among the many solutions providers KMWorld encounters every day, there are some that are especially notable due to their unfailing thought leadership, innovative technologies and their unselfish contribution of wisdom and assistance to the editors of this magazine and its ancillaries. Our relationship with these organizations also goes beyond a mere business arrangement; we have enjoyed a substantially rewarding friendship.Most of them have contributed extensively to our KMWorld White Paper series with thoughtful, instructive and educational essays that provide clear value to our readership. They have been a joy to read, edit and publish.Some have been active participants in our weekly Webcast series, and have also risen in our esteem due to their dedication to education and clear market leadership.The many markets KMWorld serves is a complex mesh of technologies and services that COULD be overwhelming to us mere mortals if it weren't for the patient and straightforward stewardship that these companies have provided our editorial team over the years. These companies are therefore set apart—distinct—in the manner in which they conduct themselves, and their superior interaction with the marketplace in general and with us. We're taking this time to honor The KMWorld Hall of Distinction.Our 2012 KMWorld Hall of Distinction:ASGAvePointConcept SearchingConsonaeGainEMC CorporationMetalogixOpenTextRecommindRivet LogicRSDSASSDLSmartlogicSpringCMSymantecVivisimoZyLAB