Velaro's Integration of Chat with SugarCRM Expands CRM Functionality
Click-to-Chat integration with SugarCRM provides universal view of customer information
BALTIMORE, April 13 -- Velaro, Inc., the developer of the multi-award winning click-to-chat product, today officially announced its integration with SugarCRM, the world's leading provider of open source customer relationship management (CRM) software. This integration creates a real-time customer touch point for SugarCRM users and provides a 360 degree view of customer information.
With the addition of Velaro's live chat integration with SugarCRM, a number of sales and support processes are significantly expanded and streamlined. For example, businesses are able to create leads, support cases, and contacts from Velaro's chat window. Then upon completion of the chat, transcripts are automatically attached to a SugarCRM record.
Live chat for SugarCRM streamlines sales process for Healing Wings Healthcare of America
"With the dramatically ever-changing healthcare market, it's important to us, as a major provider of individualized medical insurance plans for individuals, families, and businesses, to be aware of what our clients feel about the market and how we relate to them," said Costi Hinn, President Healing Wings Healthcare of America.
"These changes, by and large, are reflective of Congressional actions and the daily news, and require monitoring -- not monthly or weekly -- but on a day to day and even an hour to hour basis, so that we can effectively provide our clients the best possible healthcare solutions. Our nationwide network of agents also needs to talk directly with potential clients to assure we are right on target with what they need most.
"We have selected Velaro to implement and streamline this integration with our SugarCRM contact management platform, to put Healing Wings Healthcare of America at the forefront customer service and response in a very volatile marketplace."
At a time when more and more businesses are looking to the cloud for software solutions, Velaro has taken the unique and timely approach to offer application integration as a key feature to critical business software-as-a-service applications including SugarCRM, one of the world's most widely-used CRM systems. This has allowed Velaro to become the most versatile live chat provider in the marketplace.
"Providing a universal view of customer information to sales and support staff is critical in today's market. The idea of juggling multiple applications in different windows to manage customer data is antiquated. Velaro's integration with SugarCRM enables businesses instant access to CRM records in real-time from the chat window. Velaro's integrations go far beyond the typical placement of a web control being placed inside a desktop application. Velaro provides a rich integration by using SugarCRM's web services API to connect our click-to-chat service directly to SugarCRM. This allows us to simplify usage and control a customer's complete record as they navigate your web site," stated Alex Bloom, President of Velaro.
"The addition of Velaro's chat capabilities opens up potential as an invaluable tool for all types of SugarCRM users," said Clint Oram, co-founder and vice president of products at SugarCRM. "Live chat from Velaro gives us the best ability to enhance collaboration scenarios for marketing and sales professionals, as well as enable greater levels of service for support and other customer-facing users of SugarCRM. While the combined tools offer great productivity gains for users; perhaps the greatest value is the ability to offer great customer experiences to drive higher satisfaction, loyalty and profitability for our user organizations."
About Velaro
Founded in 2000, Velaro is an established leader in click-to-chat, click-to-call, and intelligent engagement. Velaro won independently rated live chat awards in '05, '06, '08, '09 and 2010. With 99.98% uptime guaranteed, Velaro is the solution of choice for leading companies such as LG Electronics, Blue Cross Blue Shield, MarketStar, Experian, Toro, and Epicor. Visit http://www.velaro.com/ for more information. Velaro will be presenting at SugarCon on Wednesday, April 14th, 2010.
About SugarCRM
SugarCRM is the world's leading provider of open source customer relationship management (CRM) software. Over 6,000 customers and more than half a million users rely on SugarCRM to execute marketing programs, grow sales, retain customers and create custom business applications. Leading publications such as CRM Magazine, InfoWorld and eWeek praise SugarCRM for its ease-of-use, flexibility and open design. SugarCRM runs on the leading cloud computing platforms, including Amazon EC2, Microsoft Azure, Sugar On-Demand and Private Clouds, offering customers unparalleled choice and control of their data and deployments.
For more information, call (408) 454-6900 or 1 87 SUGARCRM toll-free in the US, email contact@sugarcrm.com, or visit http://www.sugarcrm.com/.
Source: Velaro, Inc.
CONTACT: Chad Ritchie, +1-408-454-6900, contact@sugarcrm.com
Magic Software Releases uniPaaS Version 1.9 for RIA, Mobile and Cloud Enabled Applications
Latest uniPaaS version features enhanced RIA capabilities and allows enterprises and ISVs to build business applications for desktop and mobile using a single development paradigm
OR-YEHUDA, Israel, April 13 -- Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. (NASDAQ:MGIC), a provider of application platforms and business and process integration solutions, today announced the release of the latest version of the uniPaaS business application platform, Version 1.9.
uniPaaS is the first application platform combining agile development and a single paradigm for multiple deployment options. uniPaaS enables enterprises and software vendors to build client/server applications and rich internet applications (RIA) targeting the latest technologies including Cloud computing, mobile phones and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offerings.
The latest uniPaaS 1.9 release comes with hundreds of enhancements, enabling developers to build complex, mission-critical rich internet applications (RIA) with the ease and agility of desktop applications. Existing customers will also enjoy an easier migration from client/server applications to RIA.
Eyal Pfeifel, chief technology officer for Magic Software comments, "As more companies and ISVs are planning their move to cloud-based solutions, the ability to develop rapidly and deploy both on the cloud and on-premise becomes crucial. Companies considering adding mobile interfaces to their solutions are reluctant to re-develop everything from scratch, and with our uniPaaS V1.9 release, they will be able to support their mobile workforce using the same development tools they use for desktop solutions."
The freedom of choice offered by Magic Software's application platform enables businesses to launch confidently into the Cloud without sacrificing current on-premise application models or mission-critical databases.
According to David Stevens, Managing Director for SDMS and a uniPaaS customer, "Magic Software has been the backbone of our business for over 15 years. With uniPaaS we now have a solution offering designed for 21st century consumption - interconnectivity and cloud-based solutions designed to meet the business needs of our customers today, tomorrow and years to come."
uniPaaS V1.9 is available immediately. For more information contact Magic Software.
uniPaaS Resources
-- Read more about the uniPaaS application platform
-- White Paper: Cloud vs. On-Premise: Is there a Middle Ground?
-- White Paper: 6 Tips for Building Mobile Enterprise Applications in
2010
-- White Paper: The new 5 Essentials for Building Business Applications
-- Download the FREE uniPaaS Discovery Edition
-- Download the FREE uniPaaS RIA Demo
Notes for Editors
uniPaaS is an application platform enabling Enterprises and Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to deliver business applications with minimal project risk and associated costs.
Business-Ready Application Development
uniPaaS' ready-made business application engine (metadata engine) allows developers to bypass the intensive code-writing stage and move more quickly and cost-efficiently to a full business application delivery. This results in fewer project failures and more ability to meet budget and timeline requirements.
Multiple Deployment Capability
With uniPaaS, developers can build an application once and then deploy in multiple modes, including; desktop, client/server, HTML web applications and web 2.0 rich internet applications. Multiple application versions can be more cost-effectively maintained as they are based on the same single development effort and codebase.
Mobile Application Support
The latest versions of uniPaaS make Windows Mobile access to RIA and SaaS as easy as Desktop access. This improves application availability for employees working out of the office. Mobile access also allows technicians and field staff using hand-held computing devices to directly access their business applications and be constantly connected to the organization's back-end systems.
Full .NET integration
With full .NET integration for PC's and mobile devices, uniPaaS enables enterprise IT departments and ISVs to create rich internet business applications that maximize the capabilities of the client platform user interface while providing complete connectivity to external devices and easier re-use of existing .NET code and assemblies.
About Magic Software
Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. (NASDAQ:MGIC) is a global provider of multi-channel application platform solutions - including client/server, Rich Internet Applications (RIA) and mobile - and business and process integration solutions. Magic Software has 10 offices worldwide and a presence in over 50 countries with a global network of ISV's, system integrators, value-added distributors and resellers and consulting and OEM partners. The company's award-winning code-free solutions give partners and customers the power to leverage existing IT resources, enhance business agility and focus on core business priorities. Magic Software's technological approach, product roadmap and corporate strategy are recognized by leading industry analysts. Magic Software has partnerships with global IT leaders including SAP AG, salesforce.com, IBM and Oracle. For more information about Magic Software and its products and services, visit http://www.magicsoftware.com, and for more about our industry related news, business issues and trends, read the Magic Software Blog.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this news release include forward-looking statements that may involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary significantly based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, risks in product and technology development, market acceptance of new products and continuing product conditions, both here and abroad, release and sales of new products by strategic resellers and customers, and other risk factors detailed in the Company's most recent annual report and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Magic is the trademark of Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. All other trademarks are the trademarks of their respective owners.
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Metis Communications
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Email: magicsoftware@metiscomm.com
With Faster Speeds than Ever Before, Radware's LinkProof Provides Customers Increased Network Multi homing Capabilities at Throughput Levels up to 16Gbps
With Radware's OnDemand Switch 3 series platform, Multi-WAN load balancing solution provides flexibility and scalability needed to meet changing global network requirements
MAHWAH, N.J., April 13 -- Radware (NASDAQ:RDWR), the leading provider of integrated application delivery solutions for business-smart networking, today announced the availability of LinkProof®, its multiple wide-area network (WAN) application infrastructure solution, on its OnDemand Switch® (ODS) 3 Series platform. With this new enhancement, businesses worldwide have increased the ability to optimize bandwidth needs and maximize scalability performance at multi-link availability speeds of up to 16Gbps. By leveraging the on demand, pay-as-you-grow, throughput approach, customers including large universities and enterprises migrating applications to SaaS providers can now effortlessly manage challenging load balancing requirements and have the flexibility needed to meet growing network demands.
LinkProof is a best-of-breed solution that ensures 'always up' multi-link availability through the bypassing of bottlenecks, and empowers network administrators to effortlessly manage bandwidth consumption. It also works to cohesively align WAN links to the needs of businesses to further optimize network infrastructures and improve end-user quality of experience (QoE). By harnessing the ODS 3 platform, LinkProof offers increased mission-critical application and web site availability, which allows businesses of all sizes to operate in diverse networking environments without compromising performance. The platform was designed to provide protection against costly upgrades, and gives customers the ability to scale throughput services based on their business needs.
"In order for businesses to avoid connectivity interruptions and maintain superior performance levels, this new offering provides them with the robust load balancing and bandwidth support that networks demand," said Eitan Bremler, Product Marketing Manager LinkProof, Radware. "With LinkProof, our global customers enjoy a hassle-free network experience that promotes cost-effective WAN availability in a single, easy to use solution."
Operating on the ODS 3 platform, LinkProof provides:
-- Guaranteed 24/7 availability of end-to-end transaction paths to
promote business continuity.
-- Provides the fast content delivery for networks with multiple
connections to the Internet.
-- Continuously monitors every ISP connection for health and performance.
-- LinkProof provides intelligent inbound and outbound traffic
redirection, including user-based and application-based policies for
granular traffic management while eliminating the complexities of
traditional routing protocols.
-- Provides on-demand scalability in both WAN links and managed WAN
traffic.
-- Seamless change/add any combination of IP-based WAN links and
carriers, regardless of size, underlying transport method, service
provider, or IP-address space for best carrier independency and cost
reduction.
-- Reduced OPEX by simplifying WAN gateway architecture, through
cost-effective links for redundancy, by mixing and matching most cost
effective connectivity solutions from different carriers and through
carrier independency.
LinkProof is a key element in Radware's Business-Smart Data Center strategy, which is a unique approach that was created to offer a range of innovative capabilities inclusive of pay-as-you-grow procurement models and a series of compelling 'on demand' platforms.
About Radware
Radware (NASDAQ:RDWR), the global leader in integrated application delivery solutions, assures the full availability, maximum performance, and complete security of business-critical applications for nearly 10,000 enterprises and carriers worldwide. With APSolute®, Radware's comprehensive and award-winning suite of application delivery and network security products, companies in every industry can drive business productivity, improve profitability, and reduce IT operating and infrastructure costs by making their networks "business smart". For more information, please visit http://www.radware.com.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, general business conditions in the Application Switching or Network Security industry, changes in demand for Application Switching or Network Security products, the timing and amount or cancellation of orders and other risks detailed from time to time in Radware's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Radware's Form 20-F.
Press Relations:
Joyce Anne Shulman
+1 201 785 3209
joyceannes@radware.com
Source: Radware Ltd
CONTACT: Press Relations, Joyce Anne Shulman, +1-201-785-3209,
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Social Networking and Messaging Brought to Life with the Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5
ESPOO, Finland, April 13, 2010-- Nokia (NYSE: NOK) has announced three new handsets - the Nokia C3,
Nokia C6 and Nokia E5 - designed to put better messaging and social
networking tools in the hands of more people around the world, at affordable
prices. These new handsets feature full QWERTY keyboards, and enable access
to a range of different email accounts, IM communities and social networks.
"Our messaging device range is very successful," said Anssi Vanjoki,
Nokia's Head of Markets. "Services that provide easy access to the world's
consumer and corporate email and instant messaging are really popular on our
QWERTY smartphones such as the Nokia E71 and Nokia E63. People want the best
messaging and social networking experience on an affordable device, whether
it's sending a simple text or instant message, an email, or a direct message
from their Twitter account. The Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5 are made for
just that."
The Nokia C3 is the first device to bring a full QWERTY keyboard to the
world's most popular mobile phone platform - Series 40 - and is the first in
the range to enable access to social networks directly on the homescreen.
People can view, comment, update their status and share pictures to their
favorite social networks such as Facebook and Twitter.
At an estimated price of EUR 90, before taxes and subsidies, the Nokia C3
also comes with Ovi Mail and Ovi Chat, meaning first time users can set up
email and chat accounts straight from the device, without the need for a PC.
Other notable features are the Wi-Fi connectivity, a two megapixel camera,
rich color 2.4 inch screen and support for up to an 8GB memory card. The
Nokia C3 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 in a
variety of appealing colors, including golden white, slate grey and hot pink.
The Nokia C6 is a Symbian-based smartphone combining the benefits of a
3.2 inch touch screen with a full slide out keyboard. The large screen
provides a great Internet experience, as well as offering access to Facebook
feeds directly on the homescreen. A full suite of email and social networking
capabilities means the Nokia C6 is perfect for people who want to stay up to
date while on the go.
Expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 at an estimated
price of EUR 220, before taxes and subsidies, the Nokia C6 has an impressive
feature set including a high quality five megapixel camera with autofocus and
flash, and Ovi Maps with free walk and drive navigation. In addition,
thousands of apps - from games and videos to news aggregators and web
services - are available in the Ovi Store.
Rounding off the trio is the latest addition to the Nokia Eseries range,
the Nokia E5. Designed for those that want to be productive in both their
professional and personal lives, the Symbian-based Nokia E5 follows the
successful blueprint of devices such as the Nokia E72 and Nokia E63. The
Nokia E5 combines high quality business features with all of the personal
networking and entertainment capabilities that a busy professional expects
from a smartphone.
The Nokia E5 is perfect for managing busy schedules with a variety of
productivity applications available in the Ovi Store. And with direct access
to over 90 percent of the world's corporate email through Mail for Exchange
and IBM Lotus Notes Traveler, it's easy to keep in contact from anywhere.
Estimated price of the Nokia E5 is EUR 180, before taxes and subsidies,
with expected availability in the third quarter of 2010.
At Nokia, we are committed to connecting people. We combine advanced
technology with personalized services that enable people to stay close to
what matters to them. Every day, more than 1.2 billion people connect to one
another with a Nokia device - from mobile phones to advanced smartphones and
high-performance mobile computers. Today, Nokia is integrating its devices
with innovative services through Ovi (http://www.ovi.com), including music,
maps, apps, email and more. Nokia's NAVTEQ is a leader in comprehensive
digital mapping and navigation services, while Nokia Siemens Networks
provides equipment, services and solutions for communications networks
globally.
Kreactive Technologies Will be Attending Internet World 2010 in London
LYON, France, April 13, 2010-- As an expert in strategic web and mobile e-marketing,
Kreactive Technologies will be exhibiting at Internet World in London from
the 27th to the 29th of April 2010. They will be presenting their latest
mobile applications, such as Emailvision's iPhone application (Campaign
Commander(TM)) and AdsApps latest advertising campaigns.
Campaign Commander(TM) is an innovative iPhone application for
its on-demand email marketing software. It allows marketers to view details,
monitor results and pause their email marketing campaigns on the move. This
new app means that marketers can interact with their email marketing
campaigns at every stage, from initial design to response analysis.
Kreactive Technologies' team will be at the booth E8064 facing the VIP
Room.
Internet World is the world's largest digital marketing and
e-commerce gathering with 320 exhibitors and over 12 000 visitors. Digital
marketing, e-commerce, content management, social media, web 2.0,
connectivity and hosting will be major themes on this year's agenda.
After attending world-renowned events such as the Mobile World
Congress in Barcelona in February 2010, Kreactive Technologies will continue
its 2010 world tour with other major dates such as:
- E-Commerce - May 27th in Geneva (Switzerland)
- E-Commerce - September 23-26th in Paris (France)
You want to meet us at one of these events? Please feel free
to contact us so we can send you all the practical details (hotels, flights,
accreditations and list of companies).
About Kreactive Technologies:
Kreactive Technologies is a European web and mobile
applications editor, specialized in the deportalization of services and
contents on the Internet. The company helps its clients to create, develop,
distribute, analyze and monetize Web and Mobile applications in order to
reach large targets on the Internet (social networks, blogs) but also on
desktops (Vista, Apple Dashboard, Adobe Air) and Mobiles (iPhone, Android).
Kreactive Technologies has developed widgets, Facebook and mobile
applications for famous European clients such as Prisma Presse, Le Figaro, Le
Parisien, M6 Web, Orange, Air France (Switzerland and Austria), CBS
Interactive, ADL Partner, INA, Fanta, etc.
Frost & Sullivan's Industry Think Tanks Help Executives Steer Growth: The Global Community of Growth, Innovation and Leadership Event
LONDON, April 13 -- In light of today's rapidly changing competitive landscape, Frost & Sullivan recognises the need for companies to build a solid vision and strategy to drive growth. At its 2010 Global Community of Growth, Innovation and Leadership event, a myriad of industry Think Tanks will delve into examining global market opportunities, insights, and growth objectives focused on developing a visionary perspective with an eye toward the future. Through candid discussions, collaboration, and brainstorming, industry leaders, visionaries and thought leaders from around the world will convene to gain a deeper understanding of current trends and challenges facing their industries over the next decade. Experts across various industries will provide the required competitive intelligence that empowers leaders to stay ahead of the curve by generating and implementing practical, innovative solutions.
Frost & Sullivan's Global Community of Growth, Innovation and Leadership conference will take place on May 17-19, 2010 at the Emirates Stadium in London. According to Chairman David Frigstad, individuals "are not simply just attending GIL, they're experiencing GIL." GIL 2010: Europe offers a valuable experience as it brings together a global network of today's best thinkers, visionaries, and thought leaders to deliver fresh perspectives. The specific industry Think Tanks sessions, career track sessions, and several panels will help attendants uncover new opportunities for growth.
GIL 2010: Europe's Industry tracks present a truly global, well-rounded experience by covering all markets and industries.
The Aerospace & Defence think tank will focus on global opportunities in Defence & Security, specifically examining challenges spinning off from UN operations, the expanding role of the EDA, the expected re-emergence and push to formalise Anglo-French Defence-industrial cooperation in practical ways that could affect procurement, and the future impact of the Lisbon treaty. Speakers and panellists include European Defence Agency, IFS, PSL (Partnership Sourcing Ltd) and representatives from the European Commission
The Automotive & Transportation track will address how the Electric Vehicles market is expected to change the landscape of the automotive world and its related industries. Everything from the design of vehicles, sourcing of components, packaging and production of vehicles right through to channels to market and the fuelling of vehicles will be transformed. This industry track will provide unique insights into not only the new types of business models but opportunities and implications for new and existing players in the electric vehicle space. Experts from PSA Peugeot Citroen Modec Ltd., Modec Ltd., SMMT Limited, and Liberty Electric Cars will lead the discussion.
The focus of the Chemicals, Materials, and Food think thank will be on using innovation as a means of tackling industry challenges. In the first presentation of this interactive session, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about and discuss the types of innovation required by chemicals and materials companies to meet the challenges faced in the key downstream industries, such as Automotive, Construction and Personal Care. Focus will be on innovation being driven by global megatrends including: globalisation, the low carbon economy, heath & wellbeing and enhanced functionality. This is a unique platform designed to enable leaders to benchmark, validate strategy, share best practices and learn from each other's pitfalls and successes. The track will include speakers and panellists from Huntsman, DuPont, and DSM.
Recognising sustainability as a critical global issue, the Energy & Environment industry track will address the issue of increasing power and water consumption. Speakers from Underwriters Laboratories, United Utilities, and Schneider Electric will assess the exciting market potential unfolding from energy efficiency, renewable energy, and water recycling. The track will present a 360 degree perspective of the opportunities and challenges for sustainable and smart solutions in the global energy and water marketplace.
The Building Technology & Security think tank will cover how developments in information technology and increased technology performance are driving the convergence of products, systems and competitors as organisations aspire to deliver a more integrated solution. Panellists included are from IBM Global Technologies Services and Securitas Direct.
In the realm of Healthcare, the focus will be on how attitudes, systems, and policies will change healthcare over the next decade. The trend towards consumer-driven healthcare is emerging and is paralleled by rapid technological changes. The Healthcare & Life Sciences industry track will discuss ambitious ideas about developments in the field, provide glimpses into the future, and project a fascinating new world of possibilities. The think tank will be led by experts from Sorrento Therapeutics, Inc. and Frost & Sullivan.
The Information & Communications Technologies track, led by leaders from IFS, Polycom Inc., and Verizon Business, will look into the Cloud Computing concept. Frost & Sullivan recognises the increasing need for organisations to communicate and network beyond their structures. This think tank will highlight current day insights about how Cloud Computing is being leveraged and provide perspectives on how its potential can best be leveraged going forwards.
In the Industrial Automation industry, staying on top of one's game means an optimal mix of focus on factors such as: green engineering, evolution of industrial wireless, SMART architecture, sustainable habitats, and synergy of manufacturing value chains. All of these factors are creating a "Factory of the Future" which requires a comprehensive understanding of technology development, environmental and regulatory aspects, and geo-political implications. Esteemed panellists from Intel Embedded and Communications Group and ESAB will advise participants on becoming "game changers."
The diverse industry Think Tanks described above highlight how Frost & Sullivan's Growth, Innovation and Leadership event is a must-attend for any organisation serious about improving its performance and growth. The experience will offer invaluable actionable strategies, solutions, and growth processes.
If you are interested in sponsorship and media partnership opportunities or would like additional information on how attending GIL 2010: Europe can support your business objectives, then send an e-mail to Chiara Carella, Corporate Communications, at chiara.carella@frost.com, with your full name, company name, title, telephone number, company e-mail address, company website and country.
About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Growth Partnership Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation and leadership. The company's Growth Partnership Service provides the CEO and the CEO's Growth Team with disciplined research and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation and implementation of powerful growth strategies. Frost & Sullivan leverages over 45 years of experience in partnering with Global 1000 companies, emerging businesses and the investment community from 40 offices on six continents. To join our Growth Partnership, please visit http://www.frost.com/.
Contact:
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chiara.carella@frost.com
My Health and Money Launches New Healthcare Consumerism Product with Employee Benefit Program
My Health and Money (http://www.myhealthandmoney.com) shows employees how to shop for healthcare, reduce out-of-pocket medical expenses, and make smarter healthcare decisions. Employers win when employees are savvy healthcare purchasers and can help reduce high insurance claims. My Health and Money is an affordable, add-on benefit to any insurance plan - always there when an employee needs to make a decision about how to manage their care and costs.
CHICAGO, April 13 -- My Health and Money, a Chicago-based healthcare technology company, has launched a new employee benefit that helps employees stretch their healthcare dollars.
My Health and Money shows employees how to lower their out-of-pocket healthcare costs with quick-click comparison shopping, unique discount programs and online education. In turn, employers have a more healthcare literate workforce that is accountable for the choices they make.
Benefits to employees include:
-- Easy-to-navigate personalized tracking and management of healthcare
costs and savings
-- Special savings on brand name and generic prescription medications
-- Discounts on healthcare products and services
-- Price comparisons on diagnostic tests and hospital procedures
-- Tips, articles and resources for learning how to reduce out-of-pocket
costs
-- Access to member forums on managing healthcare costs and personal care
NTT Com to Offer Dual-stack Global IP-VPN Service Worldwide
TOKYO, April 13 -- NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com) announced on April 13 plans for the worldwide rollout of an Internet-protocol (IP) virtual private network (VPN) service supporting both the conventional IPv4 and successor IPv6 protocols, beginning April 15 in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore. Launches in other markets will be announced later.
NTT Com will be the first Japanese company to offer a worldwide commercial IPv6-compatible IP-VPN service based on Multi-protocol Label Switching (MPLS).
The service will provide dual-stack connectivity for NTT Com's Arcstar(TM) Global IP-VPN via synchronous transfer mode (STM), Ethernet or cross-connect access lines. By allowing both protocols to be used on the same network, the service enables enterprises to retain existing IPv4 architecture while gradually transitioning to IPv6 in a relatively smooth, low-cost manner. Most Arcstar Global IP-VPN optional services will be available, including quality of service, load sharing and traffic reporting. Service-level agreements will assure reliable, high-quality IP-VPN performance.
As IPv4 addresses near exhaustion, multinational companies are finding themselves increasingly in need of local area network services compatible with IPv6, which offers virtually unlimited addresses.
"Deploying an IPv6-compatible system can require time, so now is the time for enterprises to begin preparing for the transition, starting by considering just how badly the exhaustion of IPv4 addresses could impact the company's overall ICT system," said Dr. Shin Miyakawa, Director of IP Core Technology, Innovative IP Architecture Center. "The new dual-stack service will enable companies to smoothly transition from IPv4 to IPv6 via a fully managed, high-quality global network, backed by the unmatched know-how and experience of NTT Com, operator of the world's first commercial global IPv6 backbone since 2001."
The company launched a Japan-only dual-stack Arcstar IP-VPN service in March 2009.
Sigma(R) Life Science Announces the Next Generation of the Award-Winning 'Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity' Research Portal
ST. LOUIS, April 13 -- Sigma® Life Science, the innovative biological products and services brand of Sigma-Aldrich® (NASDAQ: SIAL), today announced a significant expansion to its web-based biological research portal for exploring dynamic gene-based content, Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity (http://www.wherebiobegins.com/yfg). The latest version of Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity adds a biologically relevant literature search, gene regulation and variation viewers, expression study results, clinical trials, detailed disease relationships, and biochemical compound interactions related to the researcher's gene of interest.
These additions build upon the January 2009 release, which brought together Sigma-Aldrich's leading Your Favorite Gene search engine and Ingenuity Systems' Knowledge Base, the world's largest repository of biological and chemical networks. The expansion complements the suite of dynamic biological pathways, interaction networks, and gene overviews containing up-to-date, manually curated findings from Ingenuity.
"We launched Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity to serve as a leading destination for researchers and students exploring diseases, functions and gene pathways," said Dr. David Smoller, president of Sigma-Aldrich's Research Biotech business unit. "This expansion allows us to bring the broadest collection of relevant biological information in one place and match it to our comprehensive portfolio of products, enabling researchers to quickly find the products they need to perform their experiments."
"After a very successful initial launch, researchers told us that they wanted access to more information," added Kyle Brueggeman, Sigma-Aldrich's product manager for Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity. "We have responded to that need by adding not only content but also greater functionality that allows researchers to quickly connect with information that is directly relevant to their research."
Your Favorite Gene Powered By Ingenuity provides researchers with the capability to model and evaluate prospective experiments in the context of previously published scientific literature, and provides streamlined access to Sigma-Aldrich's extensive portfolio of validated shRNAs, siRNAs, Prestige Antibodies® powered by Atlas antibodies, bioactive small molecules, CompoZr® ZFNs, and induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells. The portal is free for all researchers and students, and can be accessed at http://www.wherebiobegins.com/yfg
About Sigma Life Science: Sigma Life Science is a Sigma-Aldrich brand that represents Sigma's leadership in innovative biological products and services for the global life science market and offers an array of biologically-rich products and reagents that researchers use in scientific investigation. Product areas include biomolecules, genomics and functional genomics, cells and cell-based assays, transgenics, protein assays, stem cell research, epigenetics and custom services/oligonucleotides. Sigma Life Science also provides an extensive range critical bioessentials like biochemicals, antibiotics, buffers, carbohydrates, enzymes, forensic tools, hematology and histology, nucleotides, amino acids and their derivatives, and cell culture media.
About Sigma-Aldrich: Sigma-Aldrich is a leading Life Science and High Technology company. Its biochemical and organic chemical products and kits are used in scientific research, including genomic and proteomic research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development and as key components in pharmaceutical, diagnostic and other high technology manufacturing. Sigma-Aldrich has customers in life science companies, university and government institutions, hospitals, and in industry. Over one million scientists and technologists use its products. Sigma-Aldrich operates in 38 countries and has 7,700 employees providing excellent service worldwide. Sigma-Aldrich is committed to Accelerating Customers' Success through Innovation and Leadership in Life Science, High Technology and Service. For more information about Sigma-Aldrich, please visit http://www.sigma-aldrich.com/.
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Infosys Technologies (Nasdaq: INFY) Announces Results for the Quarter and Year ended March 31, 2010
Fiscal 2011 revenues expected to grow by 16.0% to 18.0% Q4 revenues sequentially grew by 5.2%; fiscal 2010 revenues grew by 3.0%
BANGALORE, India, April 13 --
Highlights
Consolidated results for the quarter ended March 31, 2010
Revenues were $ 1,296 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2010; QoQ growth was 5.2%; YoY growth was 15.6%
-- Net income after tax* was $ 349 million for the quarter ended March
31, 2010; QoQ growth was 4.5%; YoY growth was 8.7%
-- Earnings per American Depositary Share (ADS)* was 0.61 for the quarter
ended March 31, 2010; QoQ growth was 3.4%; YoY growth of 8.9%
-- 47 clients were added during the quarter by Infosys and its
subsidiaries
-- Gross addition of 9,313 employees (net addition of 3,914) for the
quarter by Infosys and its subsidiaries
-- 113,796 employees as on March 31, 2010 for Infosys and its
subsidiaries
-- Final dividend of Rs. 15 per ADS (equivalent to $ 0.34 per ADS at the
prevailing exchange rate of Rs. 44.50 per US$). The dividends are
payable on the ADSs outstanding as on record date, at the prevailing
exchange rate on the payment date and are subject to approval by the
shareholders.
*Includes USD 11 mn arising out of the sale of our investment in OnMobile Systems, Inc.
"We have been able to take advantage of the opportunities in the market and grow faster due to our investments in capacity and capability building even during the economic downturn," said S. Gopalakrishnan, CEO and Managing Director. "Though the economic environment continues to be challenging, businesses are investing in growth for building a better future."
Business outlook
The company's outlook (consolidated) for the quarter ending June 30, 2010 and for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011, under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), is as follows:
Outlook under IFRS#
Quarter ending June 30, 2010
-- Consolidated revenues are expected to be in the range of $ 1,330
million and $ 1,340 million; YoY growth of 18.5% to 19.4%
-- Consolidated earnings per American Depositary Share is expected to be
in the range of $ 0.55 and $ 0.56; YoY growth of 0% to 1.8%
Fiscal year ending March 31, 2011##
-- Consolidated revenues are expected to be in the range of $ 5.57
billion and $ 5.67 billion; YoY growth of 16.0% to 18.0%
-- Consolidated earnings per American Depositary Share is expected to be
in the range of $ 2.40 and $ 2.50; YoY growth of 4.3% to 8.6%
# Exchange rates considered for major global currencies: AUD / USD - 0.92; GBP / USD - 1.51; Euro / USD - 1.35
## Excluding the income from sale of our investment in OnMobile Systems, Inc. of USD 11 mn in fiscal 2010, the EPS growth is expected to be in the range of 5.3% to 9.6%
Expansion of services and significant projects
We have been working on building a better tomorrow for us and our stakeholders. New offerings, novel client engagement models, innovation, focus on Research & Development (R&D) and the new economies constitute the new order at Infosys.
Our Intellectual Property (IP)-based solutions continue to benefit clients. We are designing and implementing a research informatics system at a leading biotechnology company to accelerate discovery research. We are using our Scientific Innovation Solution for knowledge collaboration in this engagement. We partnered with a telecom major to launch a Mobile Application Store. Powered by Flypp(TM), our 'Ready-to-Launch' application platform, the store offers a bouquet of applications drawn from an Infosys-managed ecosystem of Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and innovators in India and across the globe. A manufacturer is implementing the Infosys Supply Chain Visibility and Collaboration Suite as part of its enterprise-wide initiative on sourcing business intelligence and spends analysis.
Learning Services, our recent organizational learning offering, is fast gaining traction among our clients. A groceries and general merchandising company consulted us for training a core group of employees and disseminating the knowledge across business users. A consumer electronics major consulted us for a comprehensive learning management solution.
Industry leaders continue to turn to us for our Engineering Services, both in core areas such as R&D and Product Development as well as newer services such as Mobility. A global auto leader engaged us to formulate its Enterprise Mobility strategy to help optimize internal operations and present on-demand information to its customers. We are helping a leading cable operator launch next-generation home gateway devices for voice and data services. A leading defense electronics and systems company engaged us to develop a navigation workstation. A global aircraft manufacturer engaged us to provide engineering design services across multiple aircraft programs. We are building a Contact Center solution for a leading bank to enhance customer service agent experience and productivity. For an information management services leader, we are enabling sales expansion by carrying out accessibility compliance per US Federal and Computer Security standards for its software product.
In a major transformation project, we will manage internal IT services for a US-based ISV and help it implement ISO 20000 and IT Service Management (ITSM) processes. We will provide Infrastructure and Application Services, Service Desk, and Desk-Side Services in 450 locations across 104 countries. For another ISV, we are developing a cloud-based, closed and secure end-to-end system that consolidates and delivers transaction statements, promotions, catalogues, and other media digitally from businesses to households. A manufacturer engaged us to transform its turbine remanufacturing business. A manufacturer of environmental and industrial measurement instruments partnered with us to standardize its systems across the world and accelerate its Oracle E-Business Suite rollout using our proprietary tools and accelerators. An aero company consulted us to enhance its customer application portal. A leading retailer partnered with us to develop and implement a new multi-channel system for Order Management.
As the new economies transform into global economic hubs, we continue to focus on becoming a major player there and attract significant clients. A large bank consulted us to eliminate process redundancies, improve the quality of data reported, and reduce cycle time as well as processing cost. Another major bank partnered with us to design, build and support a portal framework for wealth management. A telecommunications and information services company engaged us to improve its customer self service capability and customer retention. We partnered with the same company to deliver an emergency alert system to ensure timely SMSes and voice warnings to community residents. This system, a life-saving service, won national recognition for the client.
"We maintained our margins in one of the toughest years for the industry while our cash and cash equivalents reached $3.5 billion," said V. Balakrishnan, Chief Financial Officer. "The currency volatility continues to be a concern for the industry. We, however, have an active hedging program to minimize its impact on our margins."
Change in Directors
Ms. Rama Bijapurkar resigned as the Independent Member of the Board with effect from April 13, 2010. The Board accepted the resignation of Ms. Bijapurkar and placed on record its heartfelt appreciation for the services rendered by her during her tenure as a director.
Mr. N. R. Narayana Murthy said, "Rama has been a highly productive member of the Board and we will miss her. We wish her all the best for the future."
About Infosys Technologies Ltd.
Infosys (NASDAQ:INFY) defines, designs and delivers IT-enabled business solutions that help Global 2000 companies win in a Flat World. These solutions focus on providing strategic differentiation and operational superiority to clients. With Infosys, clients are assured of a transparent business partner, world-class processes, speed of execution and the power to stretch their IT budget by leveraging the Global Delivery Model that Infosys pioneered. Infosys has over 113,000 employees in over 50 offices worldwide. Infosys is part of the NASDAQ-100 Index and The Global Dow. For more information, visit http://www.infosys.com.
Safe Harbor
Certain statements in this release concerning our future growth prospects are forward-looking statements, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties relating to these statements include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties regarding fluctuations in earnings, our ability to manage growth, intense competition in IT services including those factors which may affect our cost advantage, wage increases in India, our ability to attract and retain highly skilled professionals, time and cost overruns on fixed-price, fixed-time frame contracts, client concentration, restrictions on immigration, industry segment concentration, our ability to manage our international operations, reduced demand for technology in our key focus areas, disruptions in telecommunication networks or system failures, our ability to successfully complete and integrate potential acquisitions, liability for damages on our service contracts, the success of the companies in which Infosys has made strategic investments, withdrawal of governmental fiscal incentives, political instability and regional conflicts, legal restrictions on raising capital or acquiring companies outside India, and unauthorized use of our intellectual property and general economic conditions affecting our industry. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2009 and on Form 6-K for the quarters ended June 30, 2009, September 30, 2009 and December 31,2009. These filings are available at http://www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the company.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements prepared in compliance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting
Infosys Technologies Limited and subsidiaries
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31,
(Dollars in millions except share data)
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents $2,698 $2,167
Available-for-sale
financial assets 569 -
Investment in certificates
of deposit 265 -
Trade receivables 778 724
Unbilled revenue 187 148
Derivative financial
instruments 21 -
Prepayments and other
current assets 143 81
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Total current assets 4,661 3,120
Non-current assets
Property, plant and
equipment 989 920
Goodwill 183 135
Intangible assets 12 7
Deferred income tax assets 80 88
Income tax assets 148 54
Other non-current assets 77 52
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Total non-current assets 1,489 1,256
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Total assets $6,150 $4,376
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LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities
Trade payables $2 $5
Derivative financial
instruments - 22
Current income tax
liabilities 161 115
Client deposits 2 1
Unearned revenue 118 65
Employee benefit obligations 29 21
Provisions 18 18
Other current liabilities 380 290
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Total current liabilities 710 537
Non-current liabilities
Deferred income tax
liabilities 28 7
Employee benefit obligations 38 37
Other liabilities 13 11
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Total liabilities 789 592
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Equity
Share capital-Rs. 5 ($0.16)
par value 600,000,000
equity shares authorized,
issued and outstanding
570,991,592 and 572,830,043
as of March 31, 2010 and
2009, respectively 64 64
Share premium 694 672
Retained earnings 4,611 3,618
Other components of equity (8) (570)
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Total equity attributable to
equity holders of the
company 5,361 3,784
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Total liabilities and equity $6,150 $4,376
Infosys Technologies Limited and subsidiaries
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the years ended March 31,
(Dollars in millions except share data)
Revenues $4,804 $4,663
Cost of sales 2,749 2,699
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Gross profit 2,055 1,964
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Operating expenses:
Selling and marketing expenses 251 239
Administrative expenses 344 351
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Total operating expenses 595 590
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Operating profit 1,460 1,374
Other income 209 101
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Profit before income taxes 1,669 1,475
Income tax expense 356 194
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Net profit $1,313 $1,281
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Other comprehensive income
Reversal of impairment loss on available-for-
sale financial asset $2 -
Gain transferred to net profit on sale of
available-for-sale financial asset (1) -
Unrealized holding gains on available-for-sale
financial asset, net of tax effect of $2
million 6 -
Exchange differences on translating foreign
operations 555 (871)
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Total other comprehensive income $562 $(871)
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Total comprehensive income $1,875 $410
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Profit attributable to:
Owners of the company $1,313 $1,281
Non-controlling interest - -
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$1,313 $1,281
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Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Owners of the company $1,875 $410
Non-controlling interest - -
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$1,875 $410
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Earnings per equity share
Basic ($) 2.30 2.25
Diluted ($) 2.30 2.25
Weighted average equity shares used in computing
earnings per equity share
Basic 570,475,923 569,656,611
Diluted 571,116,031 570,629,581
Infosys Technologies Limited and subsidiaries
Unaudited Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income for the three months ended March 31,
(Dollars in millions except share data)
Revenues $1,296 $1,121
Cost of sales 744 650
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Gross profit 552 471
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Operating expenses:
Selling and marketing expenses 73 55
Administrative expenses 89 86
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Total operating expenses 162 141
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Operating profit 390 330
Other income 55 51
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Profit before income taxes 445 381
Income tax expense 96 60
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Net profit $349 $321
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Other comprehensive income
Reversal of impairment loss on available-for-
sale financial asset 2 -
Gain recycled to net profit on sale of
available-for-sale financial asset (1) -
Unrealized holding gains, net of tax effect of
$2 million 6 -
Exchange differences on translating foreign
operations 178 (147)
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Total other comprehensive income $185 $(147)
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Total comprehensive income $534 $174
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Profit attributable to:
Owners of the company 349 321
Non-controlling interest - -
--- ---
$349 $321
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Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Owners of the company $534 174
Non-controlling interest - -
--- ---
$534 $174
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Earnings per equity share
Basic ($) 0.61 0.56
Diluted ($) 0.61 0.56
Weighted average equity shares used in
computing earnings per equity share
Basic 570,842,313 569,912,641
Diluted 571,289,044 570,553,966
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Shekar Narayanan, India Sandeep Mahindroo, USA
+91 (80) 4116 7744 +1 (646) 254 3133
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Media Relations
Sarah Vanita Gideon, India Peter McLaughlin, USA
+91 (80) 4156 4998 +1 (213) 268 9363
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Source: Infosys Technologies Ltd.
CONTACT: Investor Relations, Shekar Narayanan, India, +91 (80) 4116
7744, shekarn@infosys.com, or Sandeep Mahindroo, USA, +1-646-254 3133,
sandeep_mahindroo@infosys.com; Media Relations, Sarah Vanita Gideon, India,
+91 (80) 4156 4998, Sarah_Gideon@infosys.com, or Peter McLaughlin, USA,
+1-213-268 9363, Peter_McLaughlin@infosys.com, all of Infosys Technologies
Ltd.
Evigia Releases New Active-Passive Mobile RFID Platform for Improved Asset Tracking and Visibility
ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 13 -- Evigia Systems Inc., the leading provider of high-functionality and cost-effective integrated wireless and sensing products, announces the introduction of a new active-passive mobile RFID platform, based on the industry-leading EV3 ISO18000-7 active RFID platform and MC9090g RFID Gen2 rugged handheld interrogator.
The new platform, the EV3-HHI-PAB, enables a new level of asset tracking performance and capability. "The introduction of Evigia's active-passive mobile platform is another indication of our commitment to lead the RFID industry with products that provide superior functionality and performance to government and commercial end-users," said Navid Yazdi, Evigia's chief executive officer. "This mobile platform provides the benefits of both DASH7 active RFID and EPC Gen 2 passive RFID technologies. This enables end-to-end item-level asset tracking, dramatically improving the visibility and functionality of supply networks."
The EV3-HHI-PAB active-passive mobile platform and solution set offer complete mobile shipment inventory tracking and identification. Combining the industry-leading EV3-HHI-M active mobile RFID platform with the versatile MC9090g RFID Gen2 passive handheld interrogator, this new system features integrated wireless passive RFID, barcode scanning and two-way wireless communication with high functionality ISO18000-7 DASH7 active RFID systems.
With the EV3-HHI-PAB mobile platform, information about the contents of shipping containers or pallets with either barcode or passive ID labels can be scanned, gathered and directly stored in an active RFID tag. This allows end-users to add the performance, extended wireless range, reliability and sensing and security capabilities of ISO18000-7 active tags to passive RFID networks. The EV3-HHI-PAB complements the fixed active-passive RFID infrastructure to provide a very cost-effective yet powerful solution to enhance network management and increase operational efficiency.
Evigia is the industry leader in judicious utilization of integrated sensor and ASIC technologies to dramatically improve the functionality and cost of wireless and sensing products. These advances allow significant improvement in the performance and cost of asset-management supply chains and sensing networks. The network's functionality, visibility and security control are dramatically increased, while the underlying hardware products themselves benefit from smaller size, higher energy efficiency and lower cost with our solution approach. Supply-chain management networks built on these devices will enjoy an improved ROI. Products in the EV3 family are fully compliant and interoperable within US DoD ISO 18000-7 and DASH7 interoperable systems. Visit us on the web at http://www.evigia.com, or email us at info@evigia.com.
Honeywell to Supply $45 Million in Inertial Measurement Units for Military GPS Satellites
Agreement Covers Development and Flight Hardware; Satellites to Launch in 2014
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 12 -- NATIONAL SPACE SYMPOSIUM -- Honeywell (NYSE:HON) today announced that it has been selected to supply newly designed Inertial Measurement Units (IMU), used to accurately position satellites in orbit, for the United States Air Force (USAF) Global Positioning Satellite III Program, in a contract worth $45 million.
"Honeywell designed new IMUs to respond to the demands of today's spacecraft with more reliable units that will extend satellite missions," said Dave Douglass, Honeywell vice president, Space, Missiles and Munitions. "The advanced technology IMU utilizes Honeywell's solid state Fiber Optic Gyro technology to assure higher accuracy and longer life."
The USAF Global Positioning System provides precise timing and positioning information for military and civil users. The GPS III system, scheduled to begin launching in 2014, will provide additional signals to improve accuracy as well as anti-jamming measures crucial for the U.S. military. The new Honeywell IMU was developed for space applications that must survive harsh natural and man-made environments while providing extremely precise measurement capability and long mission life. This GPS III application represents the first in a family of IMUs developed by Honeywell targeted for the commercial and military market.
Honeywell was selected by Lockheed Martin Space Systems for the contract, which includes development and flight hardware for the first two satellites, with options for up to 10 additional satellites. The Honeywell IMU will be incorporated as part of the attitude control system. Delivery of the IMU development hardware is scheduled in 2011 with flight units delivered in 2012.
Honeywell's proven space flight technology has made the company's IMU product families the systems of choice for more than 300 commercial and military space programs.
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Honeywell's aerospace business is a leading global provider of integrated avionics, engines, systems and service solutions for aircraft manufacturers, airlines, business and general aviation, military, space and airport operations.
Honeywell International (http://www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit http://www.honeywellnow.com.
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Supermicro Showcases New Twin Architecture Servers at IDF Beijing
Optimized DP, UP and MP Server, Workstation and Blade Solutions with New Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor 5600/3600/7500 Series
BEIJING, April 12 -- INTEL DEVELOPER FORUM -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:SMCI), a leader in application-optimized server solutions, is demonstrating its new Twin architecture server solutions optimized for cloud computing and HPC at IDF Beijing, China National Convention Center, booth G8. In addition, Supermicro will present an IDF gold sponsor session entitled, "Twin Architecture and Cloud Computing," today at 1pm in room 306A.
"Featuring our Platinum Level (94%+ efficiency) power supplies, advanced cooling subsystems and serverboard designs, these latest SuperServers deliver the best performance-per-watt and performance-per-dollar," said Charles Liang, CEO and president of Supermicro. "With Supermicro's innovative architecture and resource sharing, our TwinBlade(TM) doubles the number of dual-processor (DP) compute nodes to 20 per 7U, for an incredibly dense and cost-effective 0.35U per node. This breakthrough blade design leverages our successful Twin architecture to provide optimal performance, density and value."
Based on the SBI-7226T-T2 blade, Supermicro's TwinBlade(TM) server supports up to 20 dual-socket server blades per 7U enclosure. Combined with dual 40Gb/s InfiniBand, FCoE or 10GbE switches and dual 1/10GbE switches in one 7U enclosure, the TwinBlade(TM) provides the highest performing I/O throughput and scalability in the industry and is a superb solution for high-performance computing (HPC), datacenter, enterprise and cloud computing environments, especially when powered by the new generation six-core or eight-core Xeon processors.
Supermicro's new DP and UP server and workstation systems support the entire range of new six-core Intel® Xeon® Processor 5600/3600 Series, including the highest performance 130-watt SKUs. Consistent with the company's commitment to green computing, these new solutions support low-voltage 1.35V DDR3 memory modules as well as standard 1.5V modules.
Supermicro's own 94%+ Supermicro Platinum-level power supplies with PM-Bus come standard on most of these new systems. In addition, Supermicro provides the ultimate in storage and networking flexibility with its Universal I/O (UIO) interface, which allows customers to choose from a host of I/O cards including SAS 2.0, 10 Gb Ethernet, Fiber Channel and QDR/DDR InfiniBand subsystems.
Supermicro's industry-leading serverboards deliver optimum performance-per-dollar and robust remote management. These new platforms offer onboard IPMI 2.0 with media and KVM-over-LAN support as well as 10Gb Ethernet, high-performance 40Gb/s QDR and cost-effective DDR onboard InfiniBand versions for many of its serverboards, including the X8DTT series for its popular multi-node 1U Twin(TM), 2U Twin and 2U Twin2 servers.
Supermicro Server Building Block Solutions® offer exceptional flexibility and feature advantages. For more information please visit http://www.supermicro.com.
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Supermicro, the leader in server technology innovation and green computing, provides customers around the world with application-optimized server, workstation, blade, storage and GPU systems. Based on its advanced Server Building Block Solutions, Supermicro offers the most optimized selection for IT, datacenter and HPC deployments. The company's system architecture innovations include the Twin server, Double-sided Storage and SuperBlade product families. Offering the most comprehensive product lines in the industry, Supermicro provides businesses of all sizes with energy-efficient, earth-friendly solutions that deliver unmatched performance and value. Founded in 1993, Supermicro is headquartered in Silicon Valley with worldwide operations and manufacturing centers in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit http://www.supermicro.com.
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InformationWeek Analytics and Interop Las Vegas 2010 Announce Best of Interop Finalists
Companies' Latest Advancements in Technology Recognized in Nine Award Categories
SAN FRANCISCO, April 12 -- InformationWeek Analytics, the leading service for peer-based IT research and analysis, and Interop, the leading global business technology event series, today announced the finalists for Best of Interop Las Vegas 2010. Best of Interop Award winners will be announced on Wednesday, April 28 during Interop Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. For more information on Best of Interop visit: http://www.bestofinterop.com.
Best of Interop recognizes some of the world's most innovative technologies across nine major categories. The panel of judges chosen to determine the Best of Interop finalists was made up of award-winning editors and analysts from InformationWeek Analytics. The judges selected the products they believe have the greatest potential to impact and advance business technology efficiencies, helping move the industry forward.
"The Best of Interop awards support Interop's goal of fostering innovation and helping shape the future of the business technology market," said Lenny Heymann, Interop General Manager. "Each Best of Interop category finalist has truly demonstrated technological advancement in the marketplace and deserves to be recognized for their contributions to the industry."
"The Best of Interop Awards highlight important technologies that are driving innovation and new levels of achievement in the industry," said Art Wittmann, Managing Director, InformationWeek Analytics. "We applaud all participating companies for their advancements within the business technology market and look forward to announcing the Best of Interop winners' onsite at Interop Las Vegas."
More than 100 companies' submitted products for consideration and the finalists selected for each category include:
Cloud Computing
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IBM - Smart Business Development & Test on the IBM Cloud
ManageEngine - ServiceDesk Plus On-Demand
Morphlabs, Inc. - mClouds
Collaboration
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Alcatel-Lucent - OmniTouch 8082 My IC Phone
Vidyo, Inc. - VidyoDesktop(TM) Executive Videoconferencing
Zoho Corporation - Zoho Projects
Data Center and Storage
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Cisco Systems - Cisco Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV)
Ixia - Native Fibre Channel Test Solution
Mellanox Technologies - BridgeX 5020
Infrastructure
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3Com Corporation - H3C(R) S9500E Series
Arista Networks - Upcoming addition to the Arista 7000 Family
Elliptical Mobile Solution -Relocatable Adaptive Suspension Equipment
Rack
Performance Optimization
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Blue Coat Systems - Blue Coat ProxySG Virtual Appliance
Cisco Systems - Cisco WAAS for Public Clouds
Spirent Communications - Spirent Avalanche Virtual
Security
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Astaro Corporation - Astaro RED
Cisco Systems - Cisco ASA 5500 Series Version 8.3
TippingPoint, a division of 3Com -TippingPoint Virtual Controller
(vController)
Wireless and Mobility
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AirWatch - AirWatch 5.10
AppRiver - AppRiver's Secure Hosted Exchange
Cisco Systems - Upcoming addition to the Aironet Series of Access Points
In addition to the nine category winners, there will be three special awards: "Best of Interop" Award which is the overall grand prize winner and will be determined by the judges from the pool of category winners; Best StartUp, which selects a vendor that has existed as an independent company for two years or less; and the Green Award, which recognizes eco-friendly products. Best of Interop is hosted by InformationWeek Analytics. For more information on Best of Interop categories and awards, visit http://www.bestofinterop.com.
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Interop® drives the adoption of technology, providing knowledge and insight to help IT and corporate decision-makers achieve business success. Part of UBM TechWeb's family of global brands, Interop is the leading business technology event series. Through in-depth educational programs, workshops, real-world demonstrations and live technology implementations in its unique InteropNet program, Interop provides the forum for the most powerful innovations and solutions the industry has to offer. For more information about these events visit, http://www.interop.com.
About UBM TechWeb
UBM TechWeb, the global leader in technology media and professional information, enables people and organizations to harness the transformative power of technology. Through its three core businesses - media solutions, marketing services and paid content -UBM TechWeb produces the most respected and consumed brands and media applications in the technology market. More than 14 million business and technology professionals (CIOs and IT managers, Web & Digital professionals, Software Developers, Government decision makers, and Telecom providers) actively engage in UBM TechWeb's communities and information resources monthly. UBM TechWeb brands include: global face-to-face events such as Interop, Web 2.0, Black Hat and Enterprise Connect; award-winning online resources such as InformationWeek, Light Reading, and Network Computing; and market-leading InformationWeek, Wall Street & Technology, and Advanced Trading magazines. UBM TechWeb is a UBM company, a global provider of news distribution and specialist information services with a market capitalization of more than $2.5 billion.
Source: UBM TechWeb
CONTACT: Joylyn Tanner, Public Relations of Interop, +1-415-947-6319,
jtanner@techweb.com
Chyron Supplies Graphics Systems and Workflow for New Sky Sports News Facility
Visit Chyron at NAB Booth SL1420
LAS VEGAS, April 12 -- Chyron (NASDAQ:CHYR) today announced the purchase of its complete graphics workflow and infrastructure systems by BSkyB. These systems will form the graphics backbone of the new Sky Sports News production facilities currently under construction on the campus of Sky's west-London headquarters in Osterley.
The new broadcast facility will aim to minimize energy consumption by investing in low-power equipment to complement the building's innovative, energy-saving operations. In keeping with these objectives, the total power consumption of the Chyron units was a key deciding factor for BSkyB.
Darren Long, Sky's Director of Operations - Sky Sports said, "After assessing all graphics systems available on the market today, we have decided that Chyron will greatly assist our plans to improve our graphics workflow in the Sky Sports News facility. With the OMS system, integration with Avid's iNews automated graphics playout, and the HyperX(3), Chyron has delivered an extremely powerful and cost-effective ordering, fulfillment, design, management and playout package. Chyron also gives us plenty of overhead for future expansion in our graphics workflow and design."
Scheduled for completion in 2011, Sky's "Harlequin 1" facility will provide studios, technical, and operational space for people in Broadcast Operations, Sky Sports, and Broadcast Technology. Post-production and technical spaces will be centrally located with office space wrapped around the core.
Long added, "Chyron was an obvious choice for the Sky Sports News project, which is all about developing a sustainable state of the art landmark broadcast facility."
Chyron COO Kevin Prince said, "Sky's new facility is destined to be a world-class state-of-the-art media facility. We couldn't be more pleased to have been chosen to provide the technology that will generate the Sky Sports News graphic representation of those qualities globally."
About Chyron
As the pioneer of Graphics as a Service for all digital video media Chyron continues to define and dominate the world of digital and broadcast graphics with Web, Mobile, HD, 3D, and newsroom integration solutions. Winner of numerous awards, including two Emmys, Chyron has proven itself as the undisputed leader in the industry with sophisticated graphics offerings that include Chyron's AXIS Graphics online content creation software, HD/SD switchable on-air graphics systems, clip servers, channel branding and telestration systems, graphics asset management and XMP integration solutions, the award-winning WAPSTR mobile phone newsgathering application as well as digital signage. For more information about Chyron products and services, please visit the company websites at http://www.chyron.com, http://www.chytv.com and http://www.axisgraphics.tv (NASDAQ:CHYR). For the Company's Investor Relations site, please visit http://www.chyron.com and click on Investors. (NASDAQ:CHYR).
CONTACT: Company Contact: Michelle Ingram, Chyron, +1-631-845-2051,
michelle@chyron.com, or Media Contact: Anne Donohoe, KCSA Strategic
Communications, +1-212-896-1261, adonohoe@kcsa.com
25,000 Fans Turn Out for Los Tres Tour Kick-Off in Anaheim
ALEJANDRO FERNANDEZ, JOAN SEBASTIAN & MARCO ANTONIO SOLIS PERFORM TOGETHER FOR FIRST TIME IN 3-HOUR SHOW OF HITS AND SUPER STAR PAIRINGS 'Sometimes more doesn't mean better but in this case it does....Three times better,' La Opinion
LOS ANGELES, April 12 -- This weekend's kick-off to Gira Los Tres (Los Tres Tour), starring Marco Antonio Solis, Joan Sebastian and Alejandro Fernandez, was a first-of-its kind smashing success, with 25,000 fans singing and dancing at Anaheim's Honda Center when the three Mexican superstars took the stage singing their biggest hits and surprising the crowd throughout the night with superstar pairings of classic songs. Produced by Live Nation, the tour continues to San Jose (4/l7), Sacramento (4/l8), Chicago (4/24, 4/25), Houston (5/28) and Dallas (5/30). For tickets and more info: Livenation.com and/or giralostres.com.
There has never been a production like this before: The artists sang sets of their own material, brought on their own Mariachi and Banda musicians and background singers, and also got together several times during the night to thrill the audience. The camaraderie and friendship between the three 'Musica Mexicana' mega-stars was evident throughout the night with pairing on songs such as on "Mi Rechazo"( El Buki and Fernandez), "Unas nalgadas" (Sebastian and Fernandez) and "La Venia Bendita" (Sebastian and El Buki).
The tour continues as follow:
Saturday April 17th San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
Sunday April 18th Sacramento, CA Arco Arena
Saturday April 24, 25 Rosemont, IL Allstate Arena
Friday May 28th Houston, TX Toyota Center
Sunday May 30th Dallas, TX American Airlines Center
About Live Nation
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) is the largest live entertainment company in the world, consisting of five businesses: concert promotion and venue operations, sponsorship, ticketing solutions, e- commerce and artist management. Live Nation seeks to innovate and enhance the live entertainment experience for artists and fans: before, during and after the show.
In 2009, Live Nation sold 140 million tickets, promoted 21,000 concerts, partnered with 850 sponsors and averaged 25 million unique monthly users of its e-commerce sites. For additional information, visit http://www.livenation.com/investors.
Source: Live Nation
CONTACT: Liz Morentin of Live Nation Entertainment, +1-310-975-6860,
Lizmorentin@livenation.com; or Los Tres Tour, mariaines@dbaronmedia.com http://www.dbaronmedia.com
Former TLC Trading Spaces Designer Launches Virtual Online Magazine
Laura Day's interactive 'Webzine' brings designs to life...and life to designs
NEW YORK, April 12 -- Part magazine, part blog, part virtual tour, LauraDayLiving.com, the new website from former Trading Spaces designer Laura Day, showcases innovative room-by-room design ideas, insider decorating tips, reader contests and giveaways, and do-it-yourself videos to visitors in a new vibrant online approach.
Updated bi-monthly, the new website is a virtual house arranged by rooms. Visitors can click on an individual room of a home (den, bathroom, home office, living room, etc.) and view creative design ideas complete with Laura's thoughts and insight, detailed photos, and even links to products used in the designs.
With the launch of each new issue, the site will morph its colors and shift to a new creative theme.
"This past year I saw so many of my favorite design magazines disappear while blogs exploded in popularity," Day said. "This new web venture will enable us to bridge that gap between print and online, as well as give us the opportunity to create a new vibrant format that is fun and inspirational for our readers."
"In each issue, I'll try and channel what I know and have learned in a fun way to inspire others to see their homes in a different light, take a risk or two, and find a fresh life design through new ideas and innovative approaches," Day said.
About LauraDayLiving.com
Laura Day joined Trading Spaces in its fourth season and quickly became recognized for her "sophisticated and elegant, yet simple and natural designs." She has also been recognized in magazines such as New York Magazine, Vogue, and Traditional Home for her innovative design style. Visit LauraDayLiving.com to read more about Laura, view some of her designs, sign-up for monthly e-newsletters, and to follow her on Facebook or Twitter.
Source: LauraDayLiving.com
CONTACT: Laura Day of LauraDayLiving.com, +1-212-337-8025,
info@lauradayliving.com
Kreactive Technologies Invests the US Market Through Ad:Tech San Francisco
LYON, France, April 12 -- As a part of its international development, Kreactive Technologies will take part in the 2010 edition of Ad:Tech on April 20th and 21st in San Francisco (USA). The company will be presenting its latest mobile applications and AdsApps latest advertising campaigns. Kreactive Technologies' team will be exhibiting at booth no. 5557.
During this event, Kreactive Technologies will launch its new "All in One Mobile Solution". This solution ranges from the idea to the monetisation of mobile applications, including the applications' development, promotion and mobile analytics.
With a statistics dashboard and a dozen of components (GPS maps, videos, photos, audio, push notifications, etc.), Kreactive Technologies has developed an innovative technological solution that allows the industrialisation of mobile application development. To complete their offer, they have created a powerful hub between ad networks to monetize applications.
Ad:Tech is a major gathering of web marketing specialists with 259 exhibitors and over 9600 visitors. Brands, agencies, editors and service providers meet to share their experiences and anticipate the sectors evolutions.
In addition to this event and to develop its international visibility, Kreactive Technologies will be attending other major dates in 2010:
-- Internet World -- April 27-29th in London (UK)
-- E-Commerce -- May 27th in Geneva (Switzerland)
-- E-Commerce -- September 23-26th in Paris (France)
You want to meet us at one of these events? Please feel free to contact us so we can send you all the practical details (hotels, flights, accreditations and list of companies).
About Kreactive Technologies:
Kreactive Technologies is a European web and mobile applications editor, specialized in the deportalization of services and contents on the Internet. The company helps its clients to create, develop, distribute, analyze and monetize Web and Mobile applications in order to reach large targets on the Internet (social networks, blogs) but also on desktops (Vista, Apple Dashboard, Adobe Air) and Mobiles (iPhone, Android). Kreactive Technologies has developed widgets, Facebook and mobile applications for famous European clients such as Prisma Presse, Le Figaro, Le Parisien, M6 Web, Orange, Air France (Switzerland and Austria), CBS Interactive, ADL Partner, INA, Fanta, etc.
Source: Kreactive Technologies
CONTACT: Charlotte Kubler, Marketing Executive, +33(0)4-78-58-29-23,
+33(0)6-85-49-41-06, c.kubler@kreactive-technologies.com, or Julien Griere,
CMO, +33(0)4-78-58-29-23, +33(0)6-10-09-50-66,
j.griere@kreactive-technologies.com
Optelecom-NKF, Inc., Announces Electro Optics Business Sale, Establishes New Account Receivables Credit Line, and Sets Annual Shareholder Meeting Date for April 30, 2010
GERMANTOWN, Md., April 12 -- Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTC), a leading global provider of Siqura® surveillance solutions, today announced an agreement with Connecticut based Nufern, a wholly owned subsidiary of Rofin-Sinar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:RSTI), for the sale of its Electro Optics coil manufacturing business at $1,400,000 U.S. dollars.
Under the terms of the agreement, Optelecom-NKF will receive $1,150,000 at the closing of the business deal, with the balance of $250,000 held in escrow, subject to completion of a technology transfer.
The sale of the Electro Optics business, a non-core operating unit, supports Optelecom-NKF's strategy that focuses on providing advanced video surveillance equipment and solutions. The Electro Optics group focuses on manufacturing fiber optic gyroscope coils primarily for U.S. based government defense industry customers. Nufern manufactures high technology fiber optic products including gyroscope fibers and fiber lasers and amplifiers.
"This transaction will ensure the continuity and customer focus of this important technology," stated Dave Patterson, President and CEO of Optelecom-NKF.
Optelecom-NKF also announced it has established an accounts receivable revolving line of credit of $750,000 U.S. dollars with Presidential Financial in Alpharetta, Georgia, USA.
The date for Optelecom-NKF's annual shareholder meeting is set for Friday, April 30, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Optelecom-NKF headquarters, located at 12920 Cloverleaf Center Drive, Germantown, Maryland, USA.
About Optelecom-NKF
Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTC), manufacturer of Siqura® advanced video surveillance solutions, provides a full range of network products based on an open technology platform that simplifies integration and installation. Our Siqura solutions offer a perfect blend of ease of use and processing power, enabling end-users to optimize the effectiveness of their surveillance systems while reducing the total cost of ownership. All products and solutions are developed and tested for professional and missioncritical applications, such as at highway departments, airports, seaports, casinos, public transport authorities, hospitals, city centers, shopping centers, military bases, and corporate and government campuses. Founded in 1972, Optelecom-NKF is committed to providing its customers with expert technical advice and support.
Investor inquiries should be directed to Mr. Rick Alpert at +1 301-948-7872.
Press inquiries for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia should be directed to Kate Huber khuber@optelecom-nkf.com tel. +31 182 592 215
Press inquiries for North and Latin America should be directed to Betsy Lanning, blanning@optelecom-nkf.com tel. +1 301-444-2276
CONTACT: Investors, Rick Alpert, +1-301-948-7872; Press inquiries for
Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia, Kate Huber, +31 182 592 215,
khuber@optelecom-nkf.com; Press inquiries for North and Latin America, Betsy
Lanning, +1-301-444-2276, blanning@optelecom-nkf.com, all of Optelecom-NKF,
Inc.
Online Lingerie Retailer, Sensual Surprises, Announces Website Redesign for Enhanced User Experience
SensualSurprises.com, an online retailer of women's lingerie and apparel, has recently revamped its website to offer enhanced product searches and a user-friendly interface.
ELGIN, Ill., April 12 -- Leading online leather and lingerie retailer SensualSurprises.com has given their online store a face-lift with a new design and enhanced shopping features. With over 7,500 products online, has added new product search capabilities that enable shoppers to quickly narrow down choices according to product category, price range, size, and brand.
The enhancements allow shoppers to quickly locate products within a few clicks rather than browsing thousands of items. Another popular feature of the website that assists shoppers find sexy evening gowns, lingerie, apparel, shoes, and accessories is the online product catalog.
Additionally the online retailer's search capability includes a real-time filter data feed, which connects to the manufacturers' inventory systems to ensure that products are in stock.
"We are proud that we are able to offer all of our catalogs online. Many of our competitors' sites only offer a paper catalog that the shopper has to wait weeks for. Our commitment to the environment includes going paperless and providing the full browsable catalog online," said Nelson Jones, Chief Information Officer of Sensual Surprises Apparel, Inc. (http://sensualsurprises.com/).
The catalogs online include G World Lingerie Catalogs, Seven'til Midnight Costume Catalogs, Elegant Moments Hosiery & Lingerie Catalogs, Nom De Plume Gown/Dresses Catalogs, BodyZone Apparel's Clubwear Catalogs and The Highest Heel shoes and boot catalog.
"Our selection of apparel includes over 7,500 items including clothing, shoes, and accessories from 40 different manufacturers. The selection includes something to suit anyone's tastes," said Laura Almasan, President of Sensual Surprises Apparel, Inc.
The site offers shoppers the opportunity to search by categories including shapewear, corsets & bustiers, panties & thongs, teddies, babydolls, garter sets, camisoles, bridal lingerie, plus size lingerie, leather lingerie, sexy costumes, sexy swimwear, and other apparel categories.
About Sensual Surprises Apparel, Inc: Since 2002, SensualSurprises.com (http://sensualsurprises.com/) has offered customers an extensive inventory of leather lingerie, lingerie and fashionable sensual apparel at below-retail prices. The wide selection includes evening gowns that range from elegant to seductive, cocktail dresses that are charming to daring, swimsuits that are sporty or bold, and fun and sexy costumes.
Source: Sensual Surprises
CONTACT: Laura Almasan of Sensual Surprises Apparel, Inc,
+1-847-214-5050 sales@sensualsurprises.com
Sena Cases Announces a New Line of High Quality, Leather iPad Cases Coming to Apple Retail Stores Worldwide
Upscale, Classy, Luxury Designs from the most coveted leathers in the world
TUSTIN, Calif., April 12 -- California-based luxury leather accessory designer, Sena Cases, announces the debut of its new collection of high-end leather cases for the Apple iPad. As a perfect companion accessory for the "Revolutionary and Industry-Changing iPad" and forward-thinking style from Apple, Sena offers four new slim, functional and protective designer iPad cases.
The exquisite craftsmanship and quality leather styles include modern and progressive protection in Sena signature styles, and two new unique cases, including the Folio and ZipBook cases. The Folio case offers a book style, side folding design with cutouts for play-thru functionality which allows the device to be fully functional within the case. The ZipBook case is a perfectly portable option for the busy, on-the-go individual that prefers a stylish look within a clamshell leather design with a zip closure. Both cases feature an integrated recessed collapsible back stand which folds flush to act as a stand while holding the iPad at an ideal angle to watch videos, surf the web, view slideshows, photos, and presentations and both offer the ability to use the iPad without removing it from the case.
Known for designing cases from the finest quality genuine Napa leathers, Sena's cases are precisely hand-crafted by leather artisans and showcase Sena's well-known quality and strong attention to detail. Every design offers exceptional details to enhance the functionality of each specific device while providing protection. The new upscale collection masters a smart line of professional, elegant cases which not only protect the precious iPad, but offer excellent functionality, and are sure to last you and your Apple tablet for a very, very long time.
The beautiful collection features four designs, including two one-of-a kind creations listed here: the Sena Executive Sleeve, Folio, ZipBook and UltraSlim case. Each Sena design is hand-crafted from the finest genuine Napa leather with Sena's well-known quality and attention to detail.
Sena Folio Case for the Apple iPad: The Sena leather iPad Folio is a book style, side folding design with an integrated and recessed back stand. This design is an incredibly functional and sophisticated portfolio case. The Folio offers you the opportunity to use your iPad while it's in the case and even stands up in either portrait or landscape mode with the recessed stand. It features a soft velvet protective lining on the inside, as well as multiple pockets for cards, IDs and even checkbooks. It is secured with a strap and snap closure for total protection when not in use. Offered in classic genuine leather, the Folio is perfect for the professional business environment and meetings. The secure flap with snap closure provides a snug fit to your iPad. Its rigid protective layer reinforces additional backbone support for durability. Retail Price: $99.99, but available on pre-order for $79.99.
Sena Executive Sleeve Case for the Apple iPad: The Executive Sleeve is the perfect accessory to add sophisticated style to your iPad. This special case design offers a perfect executive high-end portfolio with timeless business style. This leather portfolio pouch design is comprised of premium leather providing a soft layer to gently protect your iPad. Offered in classic leather, the Executive Sleeve is perfect for any business meeting or formal setting. The secure flap with magnetic closure provides a snug fit to your iPad. Its rigid protective layer reinforces additional backbone support for durability. Retail Price: $99.99, but available on pre-order for $79.99.
Sena ZipBook Case for the Apple iPad: The ZipBook is perfect for the busy, on-the-go individual that prefers a stylish look within a clamshell leather design with zip closure. This clamshell style case is comprised of shock absorbent padded premium leather providing a soft layer to gently protect your iPad. Offered in smooth classic leather texture, the ZipBook is a perfect form-fitting leather design that offers the advantage to use the iPad while in the case, while holding the device securely in place. The integrated recessed collapsible back stand allows you to watch videos, slideshows, and view photos while in the case. The durable plastic zipper provides quick access and is sure not to scratch your iPad. Its rigid protective layer reinforces additional backbone support for durability. The ZipBook is the best choice for customers who prefer a convenient, form-fitting style. Retail Price: $99.99, but available on pre-order for $79.99.
Sena UltraSlim Case for the Apple iPad: The UltraSlim is the thinnest pouch by Sena. It is perfect for those who prefer zero bulk. It is the leanest leather case ever designed for any mobile device. The slim curve hugging leather and micro velvet lining is as close to nothing as you can get while still providing protection for your iPad. It is individually handcrafted from the finest pebble textured genuine leather with Sena's well-known quality and strong attention to detail. The UltraSlim is offered in a wide variety of colors. It is perfect for the individual who carries their iPad in their briefcase or messenger bag. The UltraSlim Pouch offers slim protective functionality with luxurious designer style. Retail Price: $59.99, but available on pre-order for $49.99.
Sena's iPad cases are offered in a variety of classic leather colors. Cases are available at http://www.senacases.com/apple/apple-ipad-cases, in Apple Retail Stores and online worldwide, or by calling us at: 1-888-SENA-USA, or 1-714-505-8312.
ABOUT SENA CASES -- Sena Cases is a leading designer of luxury leather cases for today's most popular mobile devices and custom designer cases for the Apple iPhone 3G, iPhone 3G S, iPod touch, iPod nano, iPod classic, MacBook Air and iPad. Sena products are available at the Sena Store online, at worldwide Apple Stores, and other authorized worldwide retailers
Known for their slim design and detailed functionality, Sena's cases offer device protection with a fashion-forward style. Sena is well-known for creating the finest, handcrafted, functional, and luxurious leather products.
Photography available upon request.
Source: Sena Cases
CONTACT: Kris Scott, Sales & Marketing Manager of Sena Cases, Inc.,
+1-714-505-8312, fax, +1-714-505-8322, kris@senacases.com
New Updated EASEUS Partition Master 5.5.1 Now Available!
NEW YORK, April 12 -- EASEUS, the provider of affordable, scalable partition management, data recovery and disaster recovery utilities, today announced the immediate availability of EASEUS Partition Master 5.5.1 -- a comprehensive partition tool and system optimization software for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 and Windows server 2000/2003/2008. Built upon the popular EASEUS Partition Master 5.0.1, this latest version helps rebuild MBR, wipe disk and defragment and is simply the most powerful partition management utility available today.
Aiming to deliver the most comprehensive and powerful partition and disk management solutions for both Windows PC users and server users, EASEUS Software Group uses the latest technologies to continuously enrich the features of its partition manager to satisfy the needs of the most demanding users.
Apart from basic partition manager features like resize and move partition, extend system partition, create partition, etc. -- and advanced features with Disk & Partition Copy and Partition Recovery Wizard -- the new added features in this version (mainly to maintain and protect your hard drive) are listed below.
New Features:
Rebuild MBR - quickly rebuild MBR to boot the system again in case of system failure like "Operating System not found";
Wipe Disk - Permanently wipes sensitive data on disk to fully protect your privacy;
Defragmentation - maintain your system or hard disk by defragmentation for better computer performance.
EASEUS Partition Master, the professional partition manager and system optimization software, delivers a comprehensive partition management solution to efficiently manage your hard drive and fully protect and maintain your computer, and you can rest assured you will not be frustrated with any partition or disk problem when using it.
Additionally, free for home users, EASEUS Partition Master Home Edition enjoys most features of the commercial version and works well under Windows 2000/XP/Vista/Windows 7 32-bit. Download at: http://www.partition-tool.com/personal.htm
About CHENGDU YIWO Tech Development Co., Ltd.:
The company specializes in disk management, data recovery and backup software for Windows OS. Its other major products are Data Recovery Wizard, Partition Table Doctor and Todo Backup. For more information, visit http://www.easeus.com/.
Roger Waters Commemorates 30th Anniversary of 'The Wall' Album With Historic Tour & Monumental Production of His Masterpiece
Roger Waters' The Wall North American Tour Opens September 15 in Toronto Tickets Go On Sale May 10th at LiveNation.com
LOS ANGELES, April 12 -- Roger Waters, co-founder and principal songwriter of the archetypal progressive band Pink Floyd, is commemorating the 30th anniversary of the original release of The Wall with a monumental tour featuring a full band and a newly-mounted state-of-the-art production of his epochal masterpiece of alienation and transformation performed in its entirety.
Up to date details on Roger Waters' The Wall Tour, and more, may be found on the artist's newly relaunched and redesigned website, RogerWaters.com. Waters is personally involved with the site and will be communicating with fans through it.
The Wall has been previously performed live in its entirety by Waters just 31 times including Pink Floyd's 1980-81 tour in support of the album. A spectacular Roger Waters solo staging and performance of the rock opera in July 1990, celebrating the fall of the Berlin Wall, drew nearly a half million fans to the Potsdamer Platz.
Roger Waters' The Wall North American Tour, produced by Live Nation, will open September 15 in Toronto and runs through December 13 at the Anaheim Honda Center (please see full itinerary following).
The New York Times (March 2, 1980) declared that "The Wall show remains a milestone in rock history, it will be the touchstone against which all future rock spectacles must be measured."
Originally released in November 1979, The Wall was America's top-selling album of 1980, is one of the top-selling double albums of all time, and is still in the US Top 5 best-selling albums of all time.
The Wall was made into a metaphorical musical film, directed by Alan Parker with screenplay by Roger Waters, in 1982.
One of the most profoundly influential albums in the history of recorded music, The Wall continues to affect pop culture while resonating with generations of music fans.
Roger Waters' The Wall North American Tour Itinerary
September 15 Toronto Air Canada Centre
September 20 Chicago United Center
September 21 Chicago United Center
September 26 Pittsburgh Consol Energy Center
September 28 Cleveland Quicken Loans Arena
September 30 Boston TD Garden
October 5 New York Madison Square Garden
October 8 Buffalo HSBC Arena
October 10 Washington DC Verizon Center
October 12 Uniondale Nassau Coliseum
October 15 Hartford XL Center
October 17 Ottawa ScotiaBank Place
October 19 Montreal Bell Centre
October 22 Columbus Schottenstein Center
October 24 Detroit Palace of Auburn Hills
October 26 Omaha Qwest Center
October 27 St Paul Xcel Energy Center
October 29 St. Louis Scottrade Center
October 30 Kansas City Sprint Center
November 3 New York Izod Center
November 8 Philadelphia Wachovia Center
November 9 Philadelphia Wachovia Center
November 13 Fort Lauderdale Bank Atlantic Center
November 16 Tampa St. Pete Times Forum
November 18 Atlanta Philips Arena
November 20 Houston Toyota Center
November 21 Dallas American Airlines Center
November 23 Denver Pepsi Center
November 26 Las Vegas MGM Grand Garden Arena
November 27 Phoenix US Airways Center
November 29 Los Angeles The Forum
December 6 San Jose HP Pavilion
December 10 Vancouver General Motors Place
December 11 Tacoma Tacoma Dome
December 13 Anaheim Honda Center
For additional ticket and tour information, visit RogerWaters.com and LiveNation.com.
About Live Nation
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) is the largest live entertainment company in the world, consisting of five businesses: concert promotion and venue operations, sponsorship, ticketing solutions, e-commerce and artist management. Live Nation seeks to innovate and enhance the live entertainment experience for artists and fans: before, during and after the show.
In 2009, Live Nation sold 140 million tickets, promoted 21,000 concerts, partnered with 850 sponsors and averaged 25 million unique monthly users of its e-commerce sites. For additional information, visit http://www.livenation.com/investors.
CONTACT: Fran DeFeo of Columbia Records, +1-212-833-5784,
fran.defeo@sonymusic.com, for Roger Waters; or Liz Morentin of Live Nation,
+1-310-975-6860, lizmorentin@livenation.com
JMR Electronics Collaborates with Offhollywood, RED & Assimilate Delivering Breakthrough 3D Digital Intermediate Workstation Solution
Offhollywood saves time and money using JMR's DigiLab and Extender in stereoscopic workflow for digital cinema production
CHATSWORTH, Calif. and NEW YORK, April 12 -- NAB Booth SL7408 -- JMR Electronics, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high performance server and storage solutions optimized for digital cinema workflows, announced today that Offhollywood, a New York City based digital cinema innovator providing state-of-the-art 3D imaging and post solutions, has chosen JMR's BlueStor(TM) DigiLab(TM) Video Server and BlueStor Extender(TM) as the foundation for a powerful new stereoscopic monitoring and color grading platform.
By combining JMR's new BlueStor DigiLab Video Server and BlueStor Extender products with RED's Digital Cinema RED Rocket(TM) transcode accelerators and Assimilate's Scratch(TM) digital finishing software, Offhollywood and JMR have developed a fast and flexible 3D monitoring and color correction platform that delivers the power required to manipulate 4K files in 3D and in real-time for just a fraction of what competing multi-stream 4K solutions cost.
With the advent and availability of the RED One digital cinema camera and complimentary hardware like the RED Rocket accelerator card, the number of 2K and 4K projects in production has been growing exponentially, creating an increasing demand for the know-how from experts like those working at Offhollywood. Furthermore, with blockbuster films like "Up", "Avatar", and "Alice in Wonderland" selling out their 3D screenings routinely coupled with the consumer electronics' industry's commitment to support 3D TV, it seems clear that 3D digital cinema has taken the first steps in establishing a new market frontier for both content providers and their audiences.
Offhollywood's CTO and co-founder, Mark L. Pederson, has been tapped frequently by major studios and independent producers alike due to his continued success in applying emerging technologies, R&D, and cutting-edge production and post-production techniques to the art and science of film and television projects.
In one of Pederson's latest projects, he has configured JMR's BlueStor DigiLab with a JMR BlueStor Extender and two Red Rocket cards from RED Digital Cinema to screen and color grade 4K media in stereoscopic 3D in their Dolby 3D Digital Intermediate Theatre. With a base capacity of 32 hard disk drives available between the two products coupled with the flexibility and easy scalability of the JMR Extender, an entire stereoscopic 3D feature plus transcoded dailies could actually be stored on set and regularly backed up quickly and easily to eSATA drives and/or an LTO-4 "Digital Negative" for secondary and tertiary backup purposes during the course of production.
"We are extremely impressed with the performance of the JMR system and being able to work with 4K RAW files in 3D in real-time is just fantastic," notes Pederson. "The JMR BlueStor Extender gives us additional PCIe slots that allow us to run two Red Rocket cards, an 8Gb Fibre Channel HBA to move files to and from our SAN, Lynx audio card and Nvidia® 5800 GPU card with HD-SDI. This incredible flexibility in addition to the system's screaming fast internal storage is a win-win for all."
"JMR is very excited to be collaborating with Mark and his team at Offhollywood," adds Josef Rabinovitz, president and CEO of JMR. "By combining the field proven innovation, performance and reliability that JMR products have provided for nearly thirty years with Offhollywood's talent and knowledge specific to the best hardware and software tools for the film-making industry, Mark has demonstrated that powerful and affordable 3D solutions are available today that rivals the capabilities previously confined to the budgets of only the big studios."
About JMR Electronics
JMR is the leading value provider of scalable storage systems for performance, capacity and availability driven applications in the government, rich media, VOD, video surveillance and Web 2.0 markets. As a pioneering leader in high performance RAID storage technologies since 1982, JMR's complete line of BlueStor PeSAN(TM) DAS, NAS and SAN solutions are ideal for nearly every IT and video production need. For more information about JMR or the BlueStor product line, visit http://www.jmr.com or contact the company at 818.993.4801, or sales@jmr.com.
About Offhollywood
Offhollywood is a digital cinema company based in New York City and Baton Rouge, La. An early adopter and innovator, Offhollywood is steeped in emerging technologies, R&D, and cutting-edge production and post-production techniques. Actively partnering with leading hardware and software vendors, Offhollywood is tapped both by major studios and independent producers to tackle the most challenging projects. A leader in 4K digital cinema services, Offhollywood has been providing RED ONETM 4K cameras, technical support, workflow, and post-production services since the first RED cameras were released. Since its founding by Mark L. Pederson and Aldey Sanchez in 2003, Offhollywood has provided production, editorial, color grading, and finishing services to scores of feature, television, and commercial projects. More information is available at http://www.offhollywoodny.com.
All trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos referenced herein belong to their respective companies.
Source: JMR Electronics, Inc.
CONTACT: Curtis Chan of CHAN & ASSOCIATES, INC., +1-714-447-4993, x100,
or cj_chan@chanandassoc.com
RhoLogic Announces Availability of SugarCRM Smartphone Application
Enterprises of all Sizes Can Now Access Vital CRM Data on Any Smartphone
CUPERTINO, Calif., April 12 -- RhoLogic, a division of Logic Appeal, a leading integrator of SugarCRM and SAP BusinessOne CRM software, today announced the launch of their SugarCRM smartphone application. The application was built using Rhodes, the industry's first open-source smartphone app framework for rapidly building native applications for every major device (iPhone, BlackBerry, Android, Windows Mobile, Symbian). The SugarCRM application allows mobile workers to access, input and edit CRM data on their smartphone.
RhoLogic's SugarCRM mobile solution can be used by enterprises of all sizes and, being open source, is fully customizable to fit company and user requirements. It can be integrated into existing enterprise solutions allowing business users to view and interact with product and customer information in a way that is most relevant to them. Business users on the go can now access the same CRM information that they use from their desktop, on their smartphone, regardless of which type of device they use.
"For almost a decade we have been designing, developing and implementing CRM solutions for businesses," said Chris Hall, CEO of Logic Appeal. "When we decided to offer a mobile solution to clients, we chose to go with Rhodes as it supports all major smartphones and is the only framework to offer synchronization between back-end applications and end-user devices - a necessary capability for enterprise CRM mobile deployments."
Leveraging data sync capabilities is made easy through Rhomobile's RhoSync. Mobile workers can access CRM data via their smartphone even when offline. RhoSync's metadata framework supports applications with changing underlying schema, ensuring that the mobile CRM application can utilize all of the information exposed by the backend system, even when that data is changing. Any changes made to the CRM record structure on the desktop (e.g. additional fields) are reflected in the UI of the mobile app without changing the app itself. CRM Contact records, for example, can be updated with a new field and customer information on the smartphone application is shown with the new field. This ensures that information is always up to date, relevant and available at all times. Mobile workers do not have to return to their office to synchronize the device as it is updated automatically.
"We are proud to work with RhoLogic to produce their cross-platform mobile solution based on the SugarCRM platform," said Adam Blum, CEO of Rhomobile. "With both Rhodes and SugarCRM being open source technologies we believe it is a perfect match that will enable workers to be more productive out of the office."
RhoLogic Mobile SugarCRM Features:
-- Bi-directional information updates
-- Support for changing underlying schema
-- View updated customer records instantly
-- Remote synchronization with backend enterprise CRM applications
-- Access customer data when offline
-- Available on iPhone and iPad with Android and Blackberry in Q2 2010
and Windows Mobile in Q3 2010
About RhoLogic
RhoLogic, a division of Logic Appeal, specializes in mobile applications for packaged software solutions covering ERP, CRM and SFA domains. RhoLogic experience in mobile development spans more than a decade. During this time RhoLogic has developed applications for a variety of device platforms and today leverages this experience using the Rhodes framework from Rhomobile for all applications. Rhodes' revolutionary platform allows us to develop on/off line applications for a wide variety of smartphone devices from a single code base. If you would like to know more about RhoLogic Mobile SugarCRM and wish to talk to a company with broad experience, contact us for a confidential discussion to see how we can assist you.
About Rhomobile
Rhomobile Inc. offers the world's leading only open source framework for enterprise mobility. Founded in 2008, the company's award winning software has thousands of active developers and is ideal for independent software vendors, system integrators and enterprises of all sizes. Rhomobile offers a comprehensive, modern, highly adaptable, and low cost solution for today's smartphone app developer. Rhomobile, headquartered in Cupertino, CA, is a privately held company with backing from vSpring Capital. For more information, please visit http://www.rhomobile.com.
Rhomobile, Rhodes and RhoSync are registered trademarks of Rhomobile, Inc. All other registered or unregistered trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.
Media Contact:
Anders Steele
FortyThree, Inc.
831.239.0960
anders@fortythreepr.com
Source: RhoLogic
CONTACT: Anders Steele of FortyThree, Inc., +1-831-239-0960,
anders@fortythreepr.com, for RhoLogic
GFI Software Announces Major Enhancements to Worldwide Channel Partner Program
CARY, N.C., April 12 -- GFI Software is revamping its global partner program to empower its members by providing all the tools needed to increase GFI market share, drive sales and improve revenues. These changes will benefit over 15,000 GFI partners worldwide.
The program offers membership for every type and level of partner and is backed up with award-winning industry-leading solutions from GFI. The focus and flexibility on meeting the individual needs of GFI partners is shown through competitive pricing, flexible licensing and dedicated sales resources.
"GFI is a channel-focused company and our partners are extremely important to the continued success of our business. Our commitment to our partners is simple; we want them to succeed and we are there to help them be successful. With these changes to our partner program, we are reconfirming our commitment to the Channel and our responsibility to deliver products with growth potential, profitability and market leadership, coupled with unparalleled support on our products," said Walter Scott, CEO at GFI.
The goal of the revamped partner program is to give GFI partners more opportunities to increase business and profits. The program distinguishes GFI from other vendors because while some vendors impose a membership fee on partners for certain programs and benefits, GFI is offering membership and a bevy of program benefits for free such as: a new deal registration program, training, and technical support.
Among other initiatives, the program includes an immediate discount that provides GFI partners with high profit margin opportunities, special sales incentives and promotions that drive revenues and financial rewards, NFR key eligibility, improved partner communications as well as enhanced sales, support and marketing tools.
"Over the past year we have invested considerably in our channel resources. We now have a dedicated team working to provide new and existing channel partners with the tools they need to sell our products, including an improved qualified and protected sales lead program, a new deal registration program and many other initiatives that I believe will give more value to those who partner with GFI," added Mr. Scott.
GFI has also changed the way in which partners qualify as Gold, Silver or Bronze partners. The system was revised so that partners qualify on the basis of the number of transactions made rather than deal size. This will ensure an equitable qualification process that rewards those who do more business on a regular basis.
This change came into effect in January 2010 and GFI will re-level its partners at the beginning of 2011 so that all existing partners are given the opportunity to be promoted in the New Year and thereby gain from the benefits of the new program. If partners build up enough sales to qualify for the next level they will be upgraded prior to the end of the year. All new partners entering the program will join at the newly set levels. Re-qualification will be carried out annually rather than quarterly.
"I am confident that the quality and benefits of this partner program will not only encourage existing partners to boost their membership level and improve their revenues but it will also attract new partners who want to join our ever growing partner community and enjoy - without any charges - what is undoubtedly a fantastic range of benefits," Mr. Scott said.
GFI Software provides the single best source of web and mail security, archiving and fax, networking and security software and hosted IT solutions for small to medium-sized businesses (SMB) via an extensive global partner community. GFI products are available either as on-premise solutions, in the cloud or as a hybrid of both delivery models. With award-winning technology, a competitive pricing strategy, and a strong focus on the unique requirements of SMBs, GFI can satisfy the IT needs of SMB organizations on a global scale. As the leading infrastructure provider for SMBs, we have offices in the United States (North Carolina and California), Canada, UK (London and Scotland), Austria, Australia, Malta, Hong Kong and Romania, which together support more than 200,000 installations worldwide. GFI is a channel-focused company with over 10,000 partners throughout the world. We are also a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner.
All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
Source: GFI Software
CONTACT: David Kelleher of GFI - Malta, +356 2205 2000, or Fax, +356
21382419, dkelleher@gfi.com; or Jaime Tero of GBC, +1-415-989-9803,
jaimet@gbc-usa.com, for GFI
Microsoft Ushers in the Next Generation of the Social Phone With KIN, a New Windows Phone
Microsoft, Sharp, Verizon Wireless and Vodafone unveil KIN, a new Windows Phone designed for broadcasting and sharing everyday moments.
REDMOND, Wash., April 12 -- Microsoft Corp. today announced KIN, a new Windows® Phone designed specifically for people who are actively navigating their social lives. Brought to life through partnerships with Verizon Wireless, Vodafone and Sharp Corporation, KIN is designed to be the ultimate social experience that blends the phone, online services and the PC with breakthrough new experiences called the Loop, Spot and Studio. KIN will be exclusively available from Verizon Wireless in the U.S. beginning in May and from Vodafone this autumn in Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom.
"Working closely with our partners, we saw an opportunity to design a mobile experience just for this social generation -- a phone that makes it easy to share your life moment to moment," said Robbie Bach, president of the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft. "We built KIN for people who live to be connected, share, express and relate to their friends and family. This social generation wants and needs more from their phone. KIN is the one place to get the stuff you care about to the people you care about most."
A New Kind of Social Phone
With KIN, social networking is built into the fabric of the phone. KIN has a fun, simple interface, which is designed to help people publish the magazine of their life by making the people and stuff they love the focus rather than menus and icons. The unique hardware design was developed in partnership with Sharp to create a new kind of social phone. There are two models called KIN ONE and KIN TWO. Both phones feature a touch screen and slide-out keyboard. ONE is small and compact, making it a perfect fit for a pocket and to operate with one hand. TWO has a larger screen and keyboard, in addition to more memory, a higher resolution camera, and the ability to record high-definition video. The 5 and 8 megapixel cameras in ONE and TWO, respectively, are designed for use in low light with image stabilization and a bright LumiLED flash.
The New Way to Share
The home screen of the phone is called the KIN Loop, which is always up to date and always on, showing all the things happening in someone's social world. KIN automatically brings together feeds from leading Microsoft and third-party services such as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter all in one place, making it easier to stay connected. Customers can also select their favorite people, and KIN will automatically prioritize their status updates, messages, feeds and photos. Another unique feature, the KIN Spot is a new way for people to share what's going on in their world. It lets them focus first on the people and stuff they want to share rather than the specific application they want to use. Videos, photos, text messages, Web pages, location and status updates are shared by simply dragging them to a single place on the phone called the Spot. Once all the people and content are in the Spot to share, the consumer can choose how to share, and start broadcasting.
Your Phone, on the Web
KIN Studio is your phone online. Almost everything created on the phone is available in the cloud from any Web browser. Photos and videos are freed from the confines of the phone and presented in an online visual timeline so they are easy to view and share. The KIN Studio automatically backs up texts, call history, photos, videos and contacts, and populates a personalized digital journal so it's easy to go back in time to relive a crazy weekend or recent birthday. And the KIN Studio gives customers tons of storage to keep all those photos, videos, contacts and texts so they'll never run out of space on their phone and lose a memory.
Music and More
KIN will be the first Windows Phone to feature a Zune experience -- including music, video, FM radio and podcast playback. With a Zune Pass subscription, customers using Zune software on their PC can listen to millions of songs from Zune Marketplace on their KIN while on the go, or load their personal collection. KIN also has other features customers want in a phone including a rich browser with the ability to share pieces of the Web, local and Web search by Bing, and an RSS feed reader to pull down information on people and stories from the Web.
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
Partner Quotes for KIN
"Sharp is excited to team with Microsoft as the exclusive handset manufacturer for the KIN phone. Combining Sharp's cutting-edge LCD and mobile device technology with Microsoft's cloud computing technology, KIN represents an innovative new mobile experience. It's a fun, convenient way to keep connected and another example of how Sharp is committed to improving people's lives with ubiquitous communications."
- Mikio Katayama
Global President and COO
Sharp Corporation
"KIN represents a new way to stay connected. We are excited to take our relationship with Microsoft to the next level and be the exclusive carrier of KIN in the U.S."
- John Harrobin
Senior Vice President
Marketing and Digital Media
Verizon Wireless
"Vodafone is delighted to further its partnership with Microsoft, bringing our customers Microsoft's latest innovation -- KIN. Mobile social networking is increasingly having strong appeal for our customers. KIN has a unique and intuitive way of engaging with the user, enabling them easily to share experiences and stay in touch with their friends. Our aim is to provide our customers with the widest choice of attractive smartphones and the best-in-class experience of new services through Vodafone's high-speed mobile broadband network. This announcement continues to deliver on our ambition to be the strongest provider of data-centric mobile experiences across platforms and operating systems."
- Patrick Chomet
Group Director of Terminals
Vodafone
CONTACT: Rapid Response Team, Waggener Edstrom Worldwide for Microsoft,
+1-503-443-7070, rrt@waggeneredstrom.com; or Sharp Corporate Public Relations
Division, +81 (0) 6-6625-3006; or Tom Pica of Verizon Wireless,
+1-908-559-7516, thomas.pica@verizonwireless.com, Vodafone Group Media
Relations, +44 (0) 1635-664444
MSI Underscores Commitment to Green Living for Earth Day 2010 with Donation of Eco-Friendly Wind Top All-in-One PCs
'MSI Get the Green Touch' Contest on Facebook to Enable MSI Fans to Select
Winning Environmentally-Focused Organization
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., April 12 -- MSI, a worldwide leading manufacturer of computer components and systems, today launched a new campaign to build awareness of the importance and benefits of "green" living and eco-friendly computing. The "MSI Get the Green Touch" Contest will award one of five environmentally-focused organizations with 10 Wind Top AE2220 All-in-One PCs. The winning organization will be the one that receives the most votes on the official "MSI Computer US" Page on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/MSI.ComputerUS), beginning today through Earth Day 2010 on April 22nd. In addition, everyone who votes will automatically be eligible for a drawing to win a Wind Top PC for their own use. The Wind Top AE2220 All-in-One PC is the flagship model of MSI's award-winning Wind Top line, delivering new levels of performance, usability, and functionality in an affordable, stylish and eco-friendly design. In addition, Wind Top PCs use 30 percent less energy than traditional desktop PCs.
"At MSI, environmentally-conscious design resulting in dramatically lower energy consumption is a very high priority," said Andy Tung, vice president of sales, MSI US. "In addition to providing one of these very deserving organizations with powerful, energy-efficient computers to support their continued work for environmental causes, fans of the MSI Page on Facebook will have a unique opportunity to learn more about the importance and benefits of green living and eco-friendly computing."
The MSI Get the Green Touch Contest will allow MSI Facebook fans to learn more about five innovative charitable organizations that are committed to sustainability and environmentally friendly causes. Fans can vote for their favorite organization, and the one receiving the most votes will receive the 10 Wind Top All-in-One PCs. After a fan votes for his or her favorite charity, he/she will have the option to display a badge promoting that charity on his/her personal Facebook profile to generate more visibility with friends and other personal contacts. The fan who shares the badge with the most friends and contacts will win one high-performance, eco-friendly Wind Top AE2220 All-in-one PC for his or her personal use.
The five following green organizations will be voted on by MSI Fans on Facebook:
-- Green Spaces (http://www.greenspacesny.com/) - Its vision is to
forward the sustainability movement globally through local hubs that
incubate environmental entrepreneurs. With hubs in New York City and
Colorado, Green Spaces offers work offices with conference rooms,
lounges, as well as opportunities for entrepreneurs to network with
other businesses and startup organizations.
-- Recycles.org (http://www.recycles.org/) - Provides a "Nonprofit
Recycling & Reuse Network," which makes it easy for individuals and
organizations to donate computers, laptops, office and classroom
equipment for reuse by teachers, technicians, schools, churches, and
community leaders. Recycles Org makes it easy to keep good, used
technology out of the waste stream while putting it back into service
where it can help the most.
-- Computers with Causes (http://www.computerswithcauses.org/) - A unique
program enabling individuals and corporations to donate computer
equipment to support a variety of charitable programs, resulting in
significantly greater income and benefit for the community, as well as
the donor by often increasing the maximum legal tax deduction.
Computers with Causes evaluates each and every donation on a case by
case basis, and will repair, refurbish, and properly prepare donated
property for placement into an educational environment or another
cause the organization supports.
-- Green Technology (http://www.green-technology.org/) - Green Technology
is a non-profit initiative designed to inform government efforts
toward sustainability, providing a forum in which government officials
can communicate with those in the private sector who are developing
and distributing green technologies.
-- Earth Team (http://www.earthteam.net/) - Earth Team is a collaborative
network connecting San Francisco Bay Area teenagers, teachers and
youth leaders with numerous environmental, educational, and government
organizations. Its mission is to create a new generation of
environmental stewards and leaders by introducing environmental
experiences that inspire dedication to a healthy environment into the
classroom and the community.
About the Wind Top AE2220
The MSI Wind Top AE2220 All-in-One PC features a 21.5-inch screen with 16:9 widescreen display, full HD (1080p) resolution and high-fidelity 5.1-channel SRS Premium Sound to provide home users with theater-like multimedia entertainment. Powered by NVIDIA ION graphics and the latest Intel® Core 2 Duo/Pentium Dual Core processors, it can effortlessly run HD movies, resource-hungry applications and sophisticated 3D games. It also incorporates MSI's exclusive graphic interface, enabling users to take advantage of "One Touch" convenience to browse the Web, instant message, use VOIP software, play music, and much more.
About MSI
Founded in 1986, MSI strives to design and manufacture superior technology and innovative products, while offering outstanding customer service. MSI has continued to uphold a business philosophy that stresses "Award-winning product quality and outstanding customer service." MSI specializes in the design and manufacture of mainboards, graphics cards, desktop PCs, All-in-One PCs, wireless communication products, and Notebook PCs. To learn more about MSI's complete product lines, please visit: us.msi.com. You may also connect with MSI Computer on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/MSI.ComputerUS) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/msiUSA).
Mobile Operator Pannon Upgrades to Newly Enhanced Teradata Relationship Manager
Customer management solution provides power to manage many campaigns across multiple channels
BERLIN, April 12 -- Teradata Corporation (NYSE:TDC), the world's largest company solely focused on data warehousing and enterprise analytics, announced that Pannon, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Telenor Group and one of the leading mobile operators in Hungary with over 3.6 million subscribers, has upgraded to Teradata Relationship Manager (TRM) 6.0, an industry-leading software application for customer communications and analysis. The Pannon announcement was made at the annual Teradata Universe Summit in Berlin.
Pannon has been using Teradata solutions for customer management and analysis since 2004. The implementation provides capabilities for advanced segmentation and multi-step communications. Over time, Pannon has consolidated its Teradata-driven customer segmentation system to include approximately 400 selection criteria - in addition to many other key business requirements. As Pannon's marketing requirements escalate to higher levels of sophistication that address the increasing demands of a more demanding and technically savvy consumer, Pannon plans to upgrade to the very latest, 6.2 version of TRM.
"The upgrade and the introduction of the Contact Optimizer module in TRM enables us at Pannon to use a campaign management solution with extended capabilities to handle multi-step, multi-channel and multi-offer management, and a major performance upgrade," said Geza Tarcali, Director, Products and Customer Management at Pannon. "The concept of reusability and automation in TRM allows us to quickly launch and manage many simultaneous campaigns with unprecedented positive results."
Teradata continues to be a comprehensive data management partner with Pannon, responsible for consulting, implementation and tuning of system performance. The enhanced TRM-driven system optimizes marketing analysis and outreach while also introducing new approaches at Pannon, including customer lifecycle marketing and inbound marketing. According to Pannon, the system is on track to increase customer satisfaction and boost profit margins while supporting a new and more sophisticated marketing strategy.
Pannon has declared the TRM project a success as it opens to the marketing team new business opportunities with a more powerful architecture, easier navigation and exceptional out-of-the-box functionality. Teradata Relationship Manager dramatically expands the possibilities to manage complex customer-centric communication in a timely manner across multiple contact channels.
"We are excited by Pannon's commitment to TRM - and its continuing use of Teradata Warehouse Miner, our data mining software tool used for in-database analysis," said Gerald Rosak, managing director, Teradata Eastern Europe. "Pannon is a leader and innovator in the use of advanced analytics - and is truly a cutting-edge leader in the use of enterprise data warehousing. TRM is designed to enable business users with advanced capabilities to address the emerging requirements and demands of a more sophisticated consumer."
About Pannon
Pannon is a leading mobile communications company. Part of the Telenor Group, Pannon was established in Hungary in 1994 and today is pioneering mobile broadband and technology in order to provide efficient, affordable and easy-to-use mobile voice and data solutions to individual consumers and the business community.
About Teradata
Teradata Corporation (NYSE:TDC) is the world's largest company solely focused on raising intelligence and achieving enterprise agility through its database software, enterprise data warehousing, data warehouse appliances, consulting, and enterprise analytics. Visit Teradata on the web at http://www.teradata.com.
Teradata is a trademark or registered trademark of Teradata Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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