About VS Merlot

VS Merlot (VSM) is headquartered in Ruston Louisiana on the campus of Louisiana Tech University at Tech Pointe. VS Merlot is developing AI-Driven solutions and services for software developers and companies.


VS Merlot Founder

VSM Founder:
Gordon Morrison

Your computer and smartphone use technology made possible by VS Merlots founder, Gordon Morrison.

Serious Technology

Mr. Morrison is a prolific innovator, holding an impressive portfolio of international patents that have been licensed by industry giants such as Intel, Apple, IBM, TI, Sun Microsystems, Fujitsu, Analog Devices and numerous others. Among his groundbreaking achievements are five key patents that fundamentally enhance the hardware and software development of parallel processing—a technology proudly showcased in Intel's iconic marketing campaign as "Intel Core Inside." These patents are cited over 530 times. These patents encapsulate the cutting-edge advancements in Multi-Core and Hyper-Threading technology, which represent a seismic shift in computational capabilities. Mr. Morrison's work has led to the creation of pioneering compiler technologies, sophisticated linking loaders, advanced operating systems, innovative hardware switching mechanisms, and optimized hardware resource management systems. This monumental shift has not only revolutionized the landscape of software and hardware but has also become an integral part of virtually every computational environment today including microprocessors and smart phones.

Mr. Morrison is the visionary behind LegacyForward Suite®, an innovative Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that revolutionizes the migration of legacy code through the groundbreaking concept of Temporal Engineering™. This state-of-the-art approach is built upon the Coherent Object Systems Architecture (COSA), a patented, event-driven framework that significantly simplifies software development by reducing complexity, lowering costs, and expertly managing information flow.

COSA Technology

Gordons patents have been licensed by multiple companies including Intel, Apple, IBM and others.

VSM Chief of Staff:
John Stack IV
VS Merlot Chief of Staff: John Stack IV

Responsible for keeping schedules and communications with all employees and advisors distributed across the country. Responsive to the CEO, the CTO, the Board of Directors, and all partners including Blackstone Technologies, KUOG Inc, Kinetica Services, Symmetry Systems, and others. He handles relations, research, networking, financial services, and funding activities. John is a highly skilled Executive Operations Manager, adept at expertly managing complex calendars and orchestrating the seamless flow of critical communications within the organization. He takes the lead in drafting initial versions of essential documents, ensuring that every message is clear, concise, and aligned with our overarching organizational goals.


In his pivotal role, John streamlines communication across all levels, preparing comprehensive agendas and curating relevant discussion topics for all-hands meetings. He diligently tracks action items, fostering a culture of accountability and follow-through that empowers teams to excel. His active participation in high-level executive meetings allows him to contribute valuable insights that significantly influence the organization's strategic planning processes, ensuring that initiatives are not only well-defined but also effectively implemented. John oversees key projects from inception to completion, facilitating collaboration among team members and ensuring that all initiatives are executed with precision. He provides detailed reports on project status, adeptly identifying potential blockers and measuring success metrics. His analytical approach keeps stakeholders informed and enables timely adjustments to drive success. As a trusted advisor to the CEO, John serves as a strategic sounding board for innovative ideas and initiatives, guiding the organization through complex decisions and challenges. His exceptional strategic thinking abilities allow him to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous problems, developing actionable plans that propel results. John excels at cultivating strong relationships with key leaders across the organization, fostering collaboration and alignment that enhance overall performance and effectiveness. His outstanding communication skills enable him to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, tailoring messages to meet their specific needs and contexts.

What We Do

At VS Merlot, we are revolutionizing software application modernization through the VSM LegacyForward SuiteTM. Our platform transforms legacy applications into high-performing, easily maintainable solutions by upgrading outdated code into a modern architecture.
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