DST Systems

DST Systems

DST Systems Inc. is a software development firm that specializes in information processing and management, with the goal of improving efficiency, productivity, and customer service. DST was founded in 1969 as Data-Sys-Tance, a division of Kansas City Southern Industries, and is currently headquartered near Kansas City Southern's headquarters on Quality Hill in Kansas City, Missouri.

DST Systems Inc. produces the AWD, or Automated Work Distributor, software package, which is a business process management solution. Its primary purpose is to increase back-office efficiency through workflow and imaging. It also helps to reduce paper in the office, moving businesses towards the paperless office.

DST Systems, Inc. is headed by CEO Thomas McDonnell, President Steve Hooley, and CFO Kenneth Hager. Internationally, many of DST Systems products are sold by its subsidiary DST Global Solutions.DST Systems affiliates are DST Worldwide Services, DST Global Solutions, DST Health Solutions