Phoenix, 85004, AZ,
United States
Phoenix Suns Technographics
Phoenix Suns Technographics, Software Purchases, AI and Digital Transformation Initiatives
Discover the latest software purchases and digital transformation initiatives being undertaken by Phoenix Suns and its business and technology executives. Each quarter our research team identifies on-prem and cloud applications that are being used by the 800 Phoenix Suns employees from the public (Press Releases, Customer References, Testimonials, Case Studies and Success Stories) and proprietary sources.
During our research, we have identified that Phoenix Suns has purchased the following applications: UKG Pro HCM (ex UltiPro HCM) for Core HR in 2016, BlueJeans Events for Event Management in 2019, PageProof for Product Review Management in 2021 and the related IT decision-makers and key stakeholders.
Our database provides customer insight and contextual information on which enterprise applications and software systems Phoenix Suns is running and its propensity to invest more and deepen its relationship with UKG , ABI MasterMind , Verizon or identify new suppliers as part of their overall Digital and IT transformation projects to stay competitive, fend off threats from disruptive forces, or comply with internal mandates to improve overall enterprise efficiency.
We have been analyzing Phoenix Suns revenues, which have grown to $125.0 million in 2024, plus its IT budget and roadmap, cloud software purchases, aggregating massive amounts of data points that form the basis of our forecast assumptions for Phoenix Suns intention to invest in emerging technologies such as AI, Machine Learning, IoT, Blockchain, Autonomous Database or in cloud-based ERP, HCM, CRM, EPM, Procurement or Treasury applications.
Phoenix Suns Tech Stack and Enterprise Applications
Phoenix Suns HCM
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| UKG | Legacy | UKG Pro HCM (ex UltiPro HCM) | Core HR | HCM | n/a | 2016 | 2016 |
In 2016, Phoenix Suns implemented UKG Pro HCM (ex UltiPro HCM) as its Core HR platform to centralize payroll and workforce processes across the organization that supports the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, and Footprint Center. The deployment focused on the Payroll Services Department based at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona and covered multi-cycle, multi-state payroll responsibilities for players and staff while enabling HRIS and workforce management support for in-arena and office roles performed within Arizona.
UKG Pro HCM (ex UltiPro HCM) was configured to support core payroll and HR capabilities including multi-cycle payroll processing, payroll spreadsheets and imports, pay card program administration, paid time off accruals and compliance with Arizona sick pay rules under Prop 206, and calculation and funding processes for the MLB Investment Plan for eligible players and staff. The implementation included configurable payroll data file creation for regular payroll runs, tracking of per diems and taxable fringe benefits within payroll systems and spreadsheets, and financial reporting outputs for Accounting and league stakeholders.
Operational coverage emphasized application support and end user enablement, with Payroll Operations providing frontline support to employees and managers for HRIS and Workforce Management applications, and training of staff to improve full utilization of payroll applications. The system footprint supported the preparation of regulatory and league reports for NBA, WNBA and MLB, produced auditor-facing documentation, and maintained data for travel and state apportionment calculations for all teams.
Governance and process changes were centered on the Payroll Operations Manager role, which oversaw administrative, technical, financial and reporting functions, supervised Payroll Specialists, developed training plans, and instituted quarterly audits of paid time off balances. Process documentation, error research and resolution workflows, and routines for spreadsheet maintenance and data imports were formalized to ensure accurate employee records and consistent payroll execution.
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Recruiting, Applicant Tracking System | HCM |
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2012 | 2012 |
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Workforce Management | HCM |
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2014 | 2014 |
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Phoenix Suns Collaboration
Vendor |
Previous System |
Application |
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Market |
VAR/SI |
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Insight |
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| Verizon | Legacy | BlueJeans Events | Event Management | Collaboration | n/a | 2019 | 2019 |
In 2019, Phoenix Suns deployed BlueJeans Events to provide fans with a second screen experience during its games in the NBA isolation zone at Walt Disney World. The deployment used the BlueJeans Events platform in an Event Management role to deliver synchronized live video and interactive fan-facing sessions tied to game broadcasts.
BlueJeans Events was configured as a cloud-hosted live event platform providing broadcast-quality streaming, multi-party video, moderated audience interaction, and producer controls to manage concurrent sessions. Functional capabilities implemented included second screen synchronized playback, moderated Q&A, and role-based access for production staff and talent, aligning Event Management workflows with live sports broadcast operations.
Operational scope centered on game-day production, broadcasting, and fan engagement teams supporting remote viewers during the NBA isolation zone, with deployment leveraging Verizon for connectivity and distribution infrastructure. Governance emphasized producer-run moderation and scheduled event workflows to integrate game timing with fan sessions, enabling the Suns digital and marketing teams to coordinate live interactions and event scheduling.
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Phoenix Suns eCommerce
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Insight |
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| PageProof | Legacy | PageProof | Product Review Management | eCommerce | n/a | 2021 | 2021 |
In 2021, Phoenix Suns implemented PageProof to streamline creative review and approvals for marketing and campaign assets. The deployment targeted marketing and creative departments within the United States organization, addressing the needs of fast sports marketing cycles and shortening asset review lifecycles.
PageProof was configured as a Product Review Management platform to centralize proofing, enable on asset annotation and version control, and enforce structured approval workflows with automated reviewer notifications. The implementation formalized approval gates and collaboration workflows for marketing and creative teams, reducing proof iterations and speeding approvals, which supported improved turnaround and more consistent on brand delivery for campaign assets.
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Phoenix Suns TRM
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Governance, Risk and Compliance | TRM |
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2021 | 2021 |
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Governance, Risk and Compliance | TRM |
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2021 | 2021 |
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Phoenix Suns IaaS
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Content Delivery Network | IaaS |
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2021 | 2021 |
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IT Decision Makers and Key Stakeholders at Phoenix Suns
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Apps Being Evaluated by Phoenix Suns Executives
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