FallTech New Distributor for XSPlatforms in Fall Protection
GORINCHEM, The Netherlands, November 2, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to a new dealership agreement cost-effective, permanent lifeline
solutions are now available throughout the United States. XSPlatforms and
FallTech are proud to announce a new and dynamic dealership in fall
protection.
Fall Protection. Risks when working at heights are still underestimated.
Unfortunately, fatal falls remain an everyday risk for workers carrying out
their jobs. Fatal falls alone account for more than 15% of work-related fatal
accidents. A comprehensive fall protection plan not only saves lives but is
also required by OSHA, the main federal agency charged with the enforcement
of safety and health legislation.
Products. As an official XSPlatforms dealer, FallTech will distribute all
XSPlatforms' fall protection products. The unique, patented XTS-Linked system
is maintenance free and certified to the latest standards. Its flexibility
allows it to be used on various types of roofs, walls and ceilings. This
horizontal lifeline system comprises a number of anchorage points which are
connected by a steel cable. The XTS-Impact anchor points have an integrated
shock absorption mechanism that minimizes impact in the event of a fall.
Installation is 4-5 times faster than with conventional anchors, plus it
leaves roofs to be waterproof.
FallTech will also distribute the complete range of XTP Guardrails. These
versatile guardrails are available in three versions: straight, curved and
foldable. XSPlatforms guardrails offer maximum security with minimal impact
on a building's design. They can even add to a building's aesthetic value.
They are the ideal solution if more than two people regularly work on a
building's roof. Like the XTS-system, the XTP-Guardrail system is maintenance
free, patented and fully certified.
FallTech. FallTech provides their customers with the best fall arrest
equipment available. They manufacture fall protection gear primarily for the
construction and roofing industries. FallTech is known for its reliable,
high-quality products, its innovation and its responsive service. For more
information, visit http://www.falltech.com.
XSPlatforms. XSPlatforms designs, constructs, assembles and operates
systems for accessing the facades of high-rises. The systems are made to
measure and can be delivered turnkey. They are installed worldwide and in
accordance with all relevant legislation. XSPlatforms is the specialist in
external access to innovative architecture and complex building structures.
XSPlatforms holds NEN-EN-ISO 9001:2008 certification. For more information,
visit http://www.xsplatforms.com.
Source: XSPlatforms B.V.
For more information, please contact: XSPlatforms BV, Pamela Manuhutu tel.: +31(0)183-56-91-11, by email pamela@xsplatforms.com or visit http://www.xsplatforms.com
Dot Hill Makes Data Storage Greener, Safer and Easier to Manage With Latest Round of Patented Technology
Recognized for its Extensive Patent Portfolio, the Company's Latest Innovations Bring the Company's Total to 75 Patents
LONGMONT, Colo., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Dot Hill Systems Corp. (Nasdaq: HILL), a provider of world-class storage solutions and software for OEMs, open storage partners and system integrators, today announced the addition of three new patents to the company's technology portfolio, upping the company's intellectual property total to 75 patents granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office.
Adding to its patented, environmentally conscious EcoStor(TM) battery-free cache technology, an integral part of Dot Hill's AssuredSAN(TM) storage, U.S. patent 7,809,886 is the company's fifth super-capacitor related innovation. The new patent makes it possible to transfer write-data to non-volatile memory if power loss occurs and ensure data is secured.
Dot Hill EcoStor represents a true and unique move to green storage by completely eliminating the need for cache backup batteries, helping to save the environment and reducing service costs for end users. The EcoStor battery-free cache design provides a permanent backup of unwritten cache data in the event of a power failure unlike traditional battery-based designs, which typically hold data for only up to 72 hours, assuming a fully charged battery.
In its ongoing commitment to making storage easier to manage and more accessible, Dot Hill has been awarded U.S. patent 7,818,436 for its invention that improves manageability and ease-of-use by providing a method for multiple users to manage a storage system over multiple networks. Each user can customize their user experience, "filtering" messages, which may consist of information on new volumes, configurations, drive status or firmware updates. By eliminating unnecessary messages and only sending changed information, the patent allows administrators to focus on other priorities. In addition, this technology records and remembers active user sessions, eliminating the need for storage administrators to log in multiple times.
U.S. patent 7,793,145 makes it easier for storage administrators to manage host connection cabling by providing a method for a storage controller to automatically determine if host-side cabling is properly arranged between host computers and redundant storage controllers. The invention takes into account the absence or presence of switches between host computers and storage controllers, as well as single- or dual-port host bus adapters in the host computers, and provides automatic updates to ensure cabling is properly arranged.
"Dot Hill innovation is helping to solve many of today's most challenging storage problems - helping IT to improve performance, increase availability, simplify operations and reduce costs," said Jim Kuenzel, senior vice president of engineering at Dot Hill Systems. "Built on the innovation of our steadily expanding patent portfolio, the Dot Hill Assured(TM) family of storage solutions delivers outstanding performance, efficiency, flexibility and scale."
Dot Hill was recently recognized as one of the top five companies in its peer group for its significant amount of intellectual property by MDB Capital at its Bright Lights Conference. The Bright Lights Conference highlights the IP stories of 50 public companies which rank in the 90th percentile for technology leadership from over 1,600 small cap companies with U.S. patents granted, as determined by PatentVest, MDB's proprietary IP business intelligence database. Dot Hill's intellectual property, demonstrated by its extensive patent portfolio, is embodied in the company's pillars of innovation within its Assured architecture -- providing a complete platform for addressing customers' storage needs.
About Dot Hill
Offering enterprise-class security, availability and data protection, Dot Hill provides responsive and adaptive storage solutions to meet 24/7/365 business demands. With Dot Hill, businesses can proactively safeguard and manage business data, and leverage operational efficiencies to save time, effort and expense today, while meeting the evolving business needs of tomorrow strategically and cost effectively. Headquartered in Longmont, Colo., Dot Hill has offices and/or representatives in China, Germany, India, Israel, Japan, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Certain statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical fact are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements. Forward-looking statements include the availability and performance of current or future Dot Hill product features based on the patented technology described in this press release, any competitive advantage that the patents and technology provide to Dot Hill, any positive effect on Dot Hill's financial results due to the patents, and Dot Hill's ability to continue to receive patent protection on current or future technology. The risks that contribute to the uncertain nature of the forward-looking statements include: any unforeseen technological, intellectual property, supply or engineering issues, and changing customer preferences. However, there are many other risks not listed here that may affect the future business of Dot Hill, as well as the forward-looking statements contained herein. To learn about such risks and uncertainties, you should read the risk factors set forth in Dot Hill's public filings with the SEC, including the Forms 8-K, 10-K and 10-Q most recently filed by Dot Hill. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as the date on which they were made. Dot Hill undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect later events or circumstances. MDB Capital is wholly independent from Dot Hill, and Dot Hill has no control over or responsibility for statements and analysis made or conducted by MDB Capital.
Contact:
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Lutz PR
858-472-5669
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Company Contact:
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Marketing Communications Manager
720-839-6614
ruth.macdonald@dothill.com
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Nimbus Exhibits S-class Intelligent Flash Storage Systems at Storage Decisions San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Nimbus Data Systems Inc. today announced that it will exhibit its next-generation enterprise flash storage systems as part of Storage Decisions in the Exhibit Hall at the Marriott San Francisco Airport Hotel in San Francisco November 4. Company CEO Thomas Isakovich will also be part of the event's Vendor Showcase sessions, featuring rapid-fire presentations that show attendees how they can solve their most daunting storage challenges, at 10:15 a.m. and 2:40 p.m. in the Main Ballroom.
Nimbus' S-class flash storage systems leverage the incredible speed, efficiency and comprehensive software of NAND flash technology and Nimbus' HALO operating system to deliver up to 24x greater storage performance and 90 percent lower energy usage than traditional disk-based arrays. Featuring up to 600 redundant NAND flash blades and on-demand expansion to 250 TB of solid state storage in a single file system, the S-class is the first flash-based storage system with the software and economics needed for mainstream enterprise storage deployment.
"With its focus on helping storage professionals identify and eliminate inefficiencies within their current storage policies and practices, Storage Decisions is a perfect venue to showcase our line of Sustainable Storage(TM) solutions that reshapes IT infrastructure with next-generation performance, efficiency and automated management at the forefront," said Isakovich.
Nimbus provides ample storage horsepower for enterprise-wide virtualization, VDI deployments, databases and OLTP, and other IO-intensive HPC and rich media applications, including data mining and data warehousing, seismic data processing for the energy market, astrophysical, biotech, and genomics analysis and medical imaging. Service providers building public and private cloud computing services, such as VMs and storage on-demand, can now do so with a flash-based platform that offers both high capacity and 90 percent lower energy, cooling, and rackspace costs than traditional 15K rpm disk arrays. The powerful Nimbus HALO storage operating system, standard on all S-class systems, provides snapshots, replication, deduplication, and multi-protocol SAN and NAS functionality out of the box for complete enterprise storage management.
Storage Decisions is a leading conference event built for serious storage-focused IT pros. Hundreds of storage-focused IT managers are expected to take part in the event featuring keynote speeches, sessions, workshops and vendor exhibitions. Produced by the editorial team of TechTarget Storage Media, Storage Decisions San Francisco will focus on the theme "Storage to the max: Leveraging proven practices and new technologies for efficient storage." Additional information about the conference can be found at http://storagedecisions.techtarget.com/sanfran/index.html
About Nimbus Data Systems Inc.
Nimbus Data Systems Inc. develops Sustainable Storage(TM) systems and software that transform storage efficiency, IO performance, and IT operations in the enterprise and datacenter. Nimbus storage software and hardware innovations provide the optimal foundation for enterprise-wide virtualization, databases, and compute-intensive environments. For more information, visit http://www.nimbusdata.com. Follow Nimbus on Twitter: http://twitter.com/nimbusdata
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JPR Communications
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CharTec, LabTech Partner to Supply Appliance-based Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) System for MSPs
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- CharTec, a complete "Hardware as a Service" (HaaS) provider, today announced the development of an appliance-based solution including LabTech Software, a powerful Remote Monitoring, Management (RMM) and Automation solution for Managed Service Providers.
Available on a HaaS basis for a fixed monthly fee or purchase-to-own licensing model with no initial capital outlay, the onsite SaaS appliance allows MSPs to quickly and easily deploy network monitoring, advanced scripting tools, remote desktop, asset management, trouble ticket tracking, software management and many more tools to sustain their customers' IT environments. The appliance also offers options for implementing antivirus protection in the form of add-ons and has integration built in with several of the major PSA applications for even more control in managing the client's infrastructure.
Ideally suited for MSPs that want to provide remote management at a lower cost of entry, the CharTec/LabTech bundled appliance scales to thousands of agents. Since the bundled solution comes preconfigured, it delivers a better out-of-the-box experience and is an appropriate introduction to Hardware-as-a-Service for small to midsized IT service companies.
"Our development of this bundled appliance - and the flexible ways it can be owned and implemented - reflects our commitment to listening to our customers and developing creative solutions based on their requirements," said Alex Rogers, CharTec CEO. "With the introduction of this RMM bundle, CharTec becomes the only vendor in the market to offer the channel HaaS/SaaS, ownable and appliance-based solutions."
"This HaaS/SaaS bundle is the best alternative to piecing together an IT management hardware and software system out of disparate parts," said Matt Nachtrab, LabTech's CEO. "The partnership with CharTec allows us to provide the most powerful RMM tool available to even more IT companies and help them achieve greater efficiency and profitability."
Fifty-agent bundles begin at $199 per month for both the appliance and software with 25-pack add-ons available. Larger organizations may find it more cost effective to purchase, and the option to switch to a purchase-to-own licensing model is available at any time. A 36-month agreement is required and all hardware and software is backed by warranty.
LabTech is the only Managed Service tool for remote monitoring, management, and automation developed by a managed service provider (MSP) for MSPs. Their affordable, agent-based solution so closely emulates what technicians do in the field that the techs can provide the same support remotely. Because LabTech understands how to manage a growing MSP business, they make it easier to procure their software and allow partners to add agents as they grow. For more information please visit http://www.LabTechSoftware.com or call 877-52-8323.
About CharTec
CharTec "Hardware as a Service" (HaaS) program helps technology companies transition to the next level of annuity-based profitability as Managed Service Providers. CharTec Partners can increase their customers' productivity and reduce overall costs using the program because hardware and service costs are no longer an obstacle - workstations, servers, firewalls, 24x7 helpdesk, even VoIP, are easily acquired. CharTec even goes "beyond HaaS" by providing private labeled hardware, professional sales and technical training and pricing tool that allows Partners to price offerings in less than 5 minutes. CharTec is the winner of three Channel Insider Bull's Eye Awards, a Business Solutions Magazine Innovator of the Year Award and the CompTIA Breakaway "Best Hardware Product" for 2010. CharTec is headquartered in Bakersfield, CA. For more information please visit http://www.chartec.net.
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COPENHAGEN, November 2, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- For the rest of the year, you can send free SMS text messages to Asia if
you have the Vopium application installed on your mobile phone. The
application is easy to install, and in addition to the free SMS service,
Vopium also offers low-cost international calls of a quality far exceeding
what you may know from Skype.
With Vopium on your mobile phone, you can send free SMS text messages for
the remainder of the year to your friends, family and other people in most
Asian countries, such as India, Japan and Thailand, enabling you to send text
messages to more than 2.5 billion people in Asia.
This offer gives everybody a chance to find out how easy it is to send
an SMS to friends and colleagues if you have Vopium installed on your mobile
phone. The free offer applies to most countries in Asia, but we also offer
low-cost SMS rates to the rest of the world. For instance, it only costs EUR
0.09 to send an SMS to the USA, says Tanveer Sharif, CEO at Vopium.
Vopium works on more than 900 mobile phone models
Vopium is a free application that you can download to your mobile phone.
All you have to do is enter your mobile number at http://www.vopium.com. You
then receive an SMS text message containing a link which activates the Vopium
application. You can choose to download the Vopium app directly from app
stores, whether you have an iPhone, Android, Blackberry or Nokia phone.
Once Vopium is installed, you can send free or low-rate SMS and make
low-rate international high-quality phone calls directly from your mobile
phone. Vopium is designed to run on more than 900 types of mobile telephones,
so even users of older phones can benefit from the offer of free SMS to Asia.
Vopium works via Wi-Fi and from your PC, where the offer is completely
free, as well as from the mobile network where, depending on subscription
type, there may be a small data charge to the provider. For subscribers with
a flat data rate, the offer is, of course, absolutely free. Read more about
the offer http://www.vopium.com/free-sms-to-asia. Everyone can send Free SMS
to the following countries;
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, India, Japan, Laos,
Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan,
Thailand, Vietnam, Pakistan and Indonesia.
About Vopium
Vopium provides low cost mobile calls via VoIP technology. The innovative
Vopium software lets everybody benefit from VoIP - from the user with the
latest smartphone to those who prefer more traditional phones without data
access. Vopium is smart communication for everyone.
Further information:
Christian Eyde Moller, Chairman of the Board of Directors
tel. +45-40-17-02-20
email: cem@vopium.com
Tanveer Sharif, CEO
tel. +45-25-90-10-90
email: ts@vopium.com
Source: vopium.com
Further information: Christian Eyde Moller, Chairman of the Board of Directors, tel. +45-40-17-02-20, email: cem@vopium.com; Tanveer Sharif, CEO, tel. +45-25-90-10-90, email: ts@vopium.com
Bocada Offers Installed Base Customers Migration to Next-Generation Service Management Solution
KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Bocada Inc., the world's leading provider of data protection management software and the creator of the Data Protection Service Management (DPSM) model, today announced a migration package for existing Bocada Enterprise customers to its next-generation, purpose-built DPSM solution - Bocada Prism - that enables the retention of existing databases and custom reports within a new high-performance service management application.
Bocada Prism leverages the same market-leading agentless, scalable data collection engine and open database in Bocada Enterprise, adding intelligent analysis, intuitive workflow and SLA impact analysis functionality to provide a full data protection service management solution. Full migration packages are now available to assist the installed base of Bocada Enterprise users successfully move to Bocada Prism. The packages include new Prism licenses and professional services providing Migration assessment, validation, installation and hands on training.
The migration package is delivered in multiple phases as follows:
-- Phase 1: Migration requirements review - checks are made for hardware,
configuration and use case/workflow to determine migration requirements
and need to transfer customized reports.
-- Phase 2: Verify the migration - migration tests ensure all database
updates and collections perform as expected and are validated with the
customer that all analysis is accurate and consistent with previous
findings. Training is provided on new data presentation methods and
workflow difference between Bocada Enterprise and Bocada Prism.
-- Phase 3: Migrate - the new system is installed and verified for proper
installation within the customer's production environment. Hand-on
training for knowledge transfer purposes and a follow-up to ensure
complete satisfaction complete the migration process.
"Our installed base Bocada Enterprise customers are very excited about the Prism product and the DPSM workflow concepts. Prism helps customers better manage to the business objectives of the organization with an easy to use, workflow driven interface which helps drive operational excellence and cost savings," said Nancy Hurley, CEO of Bocada. "We wanted to ensure our existing customers could migrate saved data from years of Bocada Enterprise use, and we therefore built Prism on the same backend architecture. All of our current customers will be able to realize the benefits of the Prism service management solution while ensuring all historical data is available."
Bocada offers three different tiers of migration packages based on the size of a customer's existing Bocada Enterprise installation and the extent of custom reports that need to be transferred.Current Bocada Enterprise customers can contact their Bocada representative for more information and to schedule an initial migration assessment.
About Bocada
Bocada provides market leading data protection service management solutions to transform the way companies deliver data protection services to achieve greater business and IT alignment, maximize operational efficiency, minimize risk and increase customer satisfaction. Based on patented, agent-less technology, Bocada solutions deploy rapidly and scale to meet the demands of the largest multi-vendor data protection environments. Over 500 enterprise organizations more effectively manage over 300,000 backup clients and servers with Bocada solutions. Headquartered in Kirkland, Washington, Bocada is privately held and funded by leading venture investors. For more information visit: http://www.bocada.com.
All trademarks, trade names, service marks, and logos referenced herein belong to their respective companies. Bocada is a registered trademark of Bocada Inc.
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Activision Kicks Off 'The Bond Event of 2010' In Style With GoldenEye 007(TM) and James Bond 007(TM): Blood Stone
Highly-Anticipated GoldenEye 007 Makes its Debut on Wii(TM), Nintendo DS(TM)
James Bond 007: Blood Stone Delivers Explosive Third-Person Action for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®3 system, Windows PC and Nintendo DS(TM)
SANTA MONICA, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) is giving James Bond fans a double dose of their favorite secret agent with the release of GoldenEye 007, a modern take on the legendary GoldenEye adventure for Wii and Nintendo DS; and James Bond 007: Blood Stone, an original, cinematic Bond experience for Xbox 360, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PC and Nintendo DS. Both games are penned by legendary Bond writer, Bruce Feirstein, and combine amazing storylines with all the action, intrigue and high tech gadgetry from the world of James Bond 007, Her Majesty's secret agent.
"2010 is truly shaping up to be the year of James Bond," said David Pokress, Head of Marketing for Licensed Properties, Activision Publishing. "We have two incredible offerings for consumers, one featuring a diverse array of nostalgic GoldenEye moments and the other an original Bond action-adventure sure to give Bond fans their fix this holiday."
GoldenEye 007 is enhanced to make full use of the Wii platform's unique and interactive capabilities. The new GoldenEye 007 willpush the first-person shooter genre on Wii to the next level. Blending fast-paced first-person shooter action with covert gameplay, GoldenEye007 epitomizes the modern "thinking man's shooter" by offering varied ways to complete each mission. The game features an unprecedented lineup of four-player split-screen multiplayer options that encourage social gaming, including 50 total characters, eight classic Bond characters, ten maps, three standard modes and 17 special modifiers that allow gamers to create hundreds of game combinations. GoldenEye 007 also features online multiplayer for up to eight players designed for seasoned FPS online gamers with unique modes and a robust XP system for unlockables and achievements.
Nicole Scherzinger, best known as the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls and winner of season ten of Dancing with the Stars, brings her grammy-nominated vocal talents to GoldenEye 007 with her new rendition of Tina Turner's original "GoldenEye" theme song. The song is featured in the game's opening credits sequence and has become synonymous with the classic Bond adventure.
James Bond 007: Blood Stone is optimized for the Xbox 360 and PS3(TM) and delivers explosive action leveraging Daniel Craig's lethal and gritty James Bond in an epic and authentic adventure.Players can engage in cover-based firefights, hand-to-hand combat and speed through explosive adrenaline-fueled driving sequences as they embark on a global chase on land and sea through Athens, Istanbul, Monaco, Siberia and Bangkok. Gamers can also feel what it is like to be a 00 agent, as they take the battle online in several robust 16-person multi-player modes that require skill, teamwork and strategy as players compete in matches that will have spies battling mercenaries.
Joss Stone makes her video game debut as a new Bond girl. She also performed an original song for the game, entitled "I'll Take it All," which she co-wrote withDave Stewart of the Eurythmics.
The GoldenEye 007 and James Bond 007: Blood Stone video games are rated "T" (Teen - for Violence) by the ESRB. GoldenEye 007 for Wii(TM) was developed by Eurocom and a Nintendo DS(TM) version was developed by n-Space. James Bond 007: Blood Stone was created by Bizarre Creations for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC. Additionally, an original Nintendo DS(TM) game was created from the ground up by n-Space. All games were created under license from EON Productions Ltd and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM).
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise. The company owns the world's largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more information, visit http://www.mgm.com.
About EON Productions/Danjaq, LLC
EON Productions Limited and Danjaq LLC are wholly owned and controlled by the Broccoli/Wilson family. Danjaq is the US based company that co-owns, with MGM, the copyright in the existing James Bond films and controls the right to produce future James Bond films as well as all worldwide merchandising. EON Productions, an affiliate of Danjaq, is the UK based production company which makes the James Bond films. The 007 franchise is the longest running in film history with twenty-two films produced since 1962. Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli took over the franchise from Albert R 'Cubby' Broccoli in 1995 and have produced some of the most successful Bond films ever including CASINO ROYALE and QUANTUM OF SOLACE.
About Bizarre Creations
Bizarre Creations is a video game developer based in Liverpool, England. Established in 1994, the company is famed for such high profile franchises as Blur, Formula 1, Fur Fighters, Geometry Wars, The Club, and the Metropolis Street Racer and Project Gotham Racing series. With 200+ staff working out of a custom-built development studio, the company now simultaneously develops several next-gen projects across various platforms. They can be found online at http://www.bizarrecreations.com.
About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.
Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, http://www.activision.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Activision Publishing generally uses words such as "outlook," "will," "could," "would," "might," "remains," "to be," "plans," "believes," "may," "expects," "intends," "anticipates," "estimate," "future," "plan," "positioned," "potential," "project," "remain," "scheduled," "set to," "subject to," "upcoming" and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing's actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include, but are not limited to, sales levels of Activision Publishing's titles, shifts in consumer spending trends, the impact of the current macroeconomic environment, the seasonal and cyclical nature of the interactive game market, Activision Publishing's ability to predict consumer preferences among competing hardware platforms, declines in software pricing, product returns and price protection, product delays, retail acceptance of Activision Publishing's products, adoption rate and availability of new hardware (including peripherals) and related software, industry competition including from used games and other forms of entertainment, litigation risks and associated costs, rapid changes in technology, industry standards, business models including online and used games, and consumer preferences, including interest in specific genres such as music, first-person action and massively multiplayer online games, protection of proprietary rights, maintenance of relationships with key personnel, customers, licensees, licensors, vendors, and third-party developers, including the ability to attract, retain and develop key personnel and developers that can create high quality "hit" titles, counterparty risks relating to customers, licensees, licensors and manufacturers, domestic and international economic, financial and political conditions and policies, foreign exchange rates and tax rates, and the identification of suitable future acquisition opportunities and potential challenges associated with geographic expansion, and the other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.
WLT Software Offers MDLiveCare's 24x7x365 Online Doctor Services to Expand Offerings to Benefits Administrators
Helps Employers Reduce Direct Healthcare Costs, Absenteeism & Presenteeism
SUNRISE, Fla., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical claims solution provider WLT Software today announced the availability of a comprehensive 24x7x365 care access solution for its benefit administrator clients through a partnership with MDLiveCare. The MDLiveCare service -- the first to offer virtual house calls with primary, pediatric and behavioral care providers via webcam, phone or secure email -- equips benefit administrators with a value-added offering that can help employers reduce direct healthcare costs as well as minimize absenteeism and presenteeism.
MDLiveCare provides one-hour guaranteed access to board-certified physicians and licensed therapists in every state, plus prescriptions and lab test orders when appropriate. The HIPAA- and PCI-compliant platform can be co-branded, includes electronic documentation of the consultation, and optionally integrates with Google Health personal health records for continuity of care.
Plan administrators can offer MDLiveCare to their customers as a virtual on-site health clinic that is available to employees and their dependents during or after business hours. The strategy not only helps ensure timely care to promote wellness but also has the potential to reduce costs by eliminating unnecessary ER and urgent care visits.
"In selecting an online care partner, we were looking for breadth of coverage to provide the most comprehensive solution to benefits administrators and their customers," said Tom Brooks, president of WLT Software. "With their multiple communication options as well as their ability to offer primary, pediatric and behavioral care, MDLiveCare offers a flexible and far-reaching complement to traditional care delivery."
To use the service, patients simply go to http://www.MDLiveCare.com to schedule an appointment for their choice of a face-to-face video conference via webcam, toll-free phone call or secure email consultation. The video conference option works even at low bandwidth and includes a unique multi-user capability that allows the patient, multiple doctors and family members to be online at the same time as well as share documents and provide explanations on virtual whiteboards.
Patients also have the ability to speak to an on-call doctor or a specific physician, chosen from an online list that includes the provider's credentials.
"More than ever, self-funded employers are looking to their plan administrators for meaningful ways to control costs and improve efficiencies. Our 24x7x365 care access solution can make a real contribution to those initiatives," said John Halsey, EVP Business Development for MDLiveCare. "By partnering with us, WLT Software is providing a robust, comprehensive and co-brandable platform that can help plan administrators both attract and retain customers."
About MDLiveCare
MDLiveCare (http://www.MDLiveCare.com) offers affordable, 24x7x365 healthcare consultations by webcam, phone or email, making it possible for patients to receive medical attention after hours, at work, while traveling, in rural areas, if they are chronically ill and bedridden, and in other scenarios where a face-to-face visit is not convenient. The company has a nationwide network of U.S. board-certified physicians, including specialists in the fields of pediatrics and dermatology, licensed therapists and certified life coaches. It offers both individual and group plans as well as a technology platform for physicians who want to incorporate online patient care into their practices. MDLiveCare was founded in 2006 and is based in Sunrise, FL.
About WLT
WLT Software is an international leader in providing advanced benefit plan administration and medical claims processing software for insurance companies, government employee plans, TPAs and self-administered groups. WLT's philosophy of client-directed development provides the flexibility to meet the unique needs of each client and proactively adapt to changes and trends in the benefit administration industry. For more information, visit http://www.wltsoftware.com.
SOURCE MDLiveCare
MDLiveCare
CONTACT: Jenna Moles of S&S Public Relations, +1-847-415-9343, jmoles@sspr.com, for MDLiveCare
Become a Mobile Bell Ringer and Use Your Cell Phone to Help The Salvation Army Fundraise This Holiday Season
The Mobile Bell Ringer campaign will raise proceeds to benefit families in need in Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Accomac and Northampton counties
HAMPTON ROADS, Va., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- The Salvation Army Tidewater Area Command today announced that it will launch a Mobile Bell Ringer campaign. The campaign is the first of its kind, and will run through December 24, 2010. It is designed to introduce a mobile component into The Salvation Army's traditional Red Kettle Christmas campaign. All proceeds raised from the Mobile Bell Ringer campaign will benefit local families in need in Norfolk, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Accomac and Northampton counties.
Becoming a Mobile Bell Ringer is easy. Interested participants can simply text BELL to 50555 to get information about registering. A link will be sent to the participant's phone where they can register, download a Mobile Bell Ringer ring tone, collect donations, track donations collected, and compare their progress against the progress of other Mobile Bell Ringers.
Once registered, each participant will be encouraged to set a donation goal, and utilize their networks to collect $10 mobile donations to reach that goal. To collect a donation, a participant simply enters the donor's mobile number into their mobile webpage, triggering a donation request that gets sent to the donor's mobile device via text message. The donor will be asked to confirm the $10 donation to The Salvation Army. All proceeds raised from this campaign will help provide food, clothing, shelter and toys to local families in need.
"We are excited to introduce a mobile component to our Red Kettle Christmas campaign," said Major Lewis Reckline of The Salvation Army. "This innovative mobile solution empowers our supporters to take action by collecting donations on behalf of our organization using this new peer-to-peer fundraising tool. This campaign enables our supporters to easily participate and encourage their friends and families to help make a difference in the lives of others this holiday season. Our goal is for each supporter to pledge to find 10 people to make a $10 mobile donation this holiday season and I hope you will join me in becoming a first year Mobile Bell Ringer."
The innovative Mobile Bell Ringer campaign is powered by mGive, the leading service provider for mobile donations in the United States. "This exciting campaign encourages individuals to take part in a traditional holiday campaign utilizing the mobile device as a new avenue for engagement, communication, and donation collection - and you can ring the bell from anywhere," said Brian Leamy, executive vice president of mGive.
To register to become a first year Mobile Bell Ringer, or to learn more about the campaign, please visit http://m.mgive.com/mbr.
About mGive
mGive is changing the way people give. Established in 2005, mGive created the United States mobile donation market by introducing the first mobile donation platform tailored to nonprofit organizations. Today, more than 85 percent of domestic mobile donations are powered by mGive who serves more than 500 leading nonprofit organizations and has launched over 7,000 mobile campaigns. The mGive platform offers scalable, enterprise-level solutions using text messaging for donor engagement and fundraising. For more information please call 866.720.3350 or visit http://www.mGive.com.
About The Salvation Army Tidewater Area Command
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church established in 1865, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination for 130 years in the United States. Nearly 30 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. 87 cents of every dollar is used to carry out those services in 5,000 communities nationwide. Visit salarmyhr.org for more information.
Press Contacts:
Matt Pochily
The Salvation Army Tidewater Area Command
Phone: +1 757.544.3315
Email: matthew_pochily@uss.salvationarmy.org
CONTACT: Matt Pochily of The Salvation Army Tidewater Area Command, +1-757-544-3315, matthew_pochily@uss.salvationarmy.org, or Bre Zigich of mGive, 1-866-720-3350, ext. 28, bzigich@mgive.com
Neustar and Valideus Join Forces to Provide Brand Owners with High-Quality Domain Registry Solutions
STERLING, Va. and LONDON, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Neustar Inc. (NYSE: NSR), a leading provider of Internet registry services, and Valideus, a consultancy group providing dedicated management services for the new generic Top Level Domains (gTLDs), today announced a strategic partnership to provide Valideus' European and worldwide brand owners with all of the services required to register their own company or brand names as a gTLD.
For the first time in history, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) will allow companies to use their own brand or product names to the right of the dot in domain names (.companyname.brand) rather than the more generic extensions like .com and .net.
As part of this partnership, Neustar and Valideus will provide Valideus' brand owner customers with the expertise and support required to prepare and submit their application to ICANN, and all of the registry services necessary to launch and operate their own Internet extension.
This latest innovation serves as a unique opportunity to extend brands online, provides easier to remember domain names (product.brand vs. brand.com), and delivers improved security. Some companies also plan to issue domain names to their customers or trading partners. Most of the desirable domain names are no longer available on .com; new global TLDs provide brands what they want in shorter, more descriptive names to match their products, services and experiences and more control over that domain name. Companies with their own .brand control everything to the left of the dot - all names suddenly become available.
Nick Wood, Valideus' CEO and founder said, "The benefits of moving up in the browser must be considered very carefully by brand owners who value innovation, security and the opportunity to communicate more directly with their customers. We are delighted to be working with Neustar as they offer the right combination of experience and technical excellence that our clients are looking for."
"We are very pleased to be working with Valideus," said Tim Switzer, Vice President, Registry services at Neustar, "Valideus has a history of active participation in ICANN / Internet policies and practices, a deep knowledge of the application process for new gTLDs and have specialized in working with intellectual property owners and in understanding their needs."
About Neustar, Inc.
Neustar, Inc. (NYSE: NSR) provides market-leading and innovative services that enable trusted communication across networks, applications, and enterprises around the world. Neustar Domain Name Registry Services operates the global registry for .US and .BIZ; in addition, it provides back-end registry services for .co, .tel and .travel, gateway services to country code top level domains, internationalized domain names (IDNs), and full registry services to new top level domains. Neustar's registry is connected to over 280 domain name registrars worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.neustar.biz and http://www.neustarregistry.biz.
About Valideus
Valideus was formed to provide dedicated services and recommend technology solutions to brand owners seeking to launch their own domain. Although Valideus may support other types of registry applicant, its focus is upon corporations who wish to put their brands in the browser.
With many companies moving toward paperless transactions, Wacom's patented pen technology provides reliable and durable performance to enhance the electronic signature process
VANCOUVER, Wash., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Wacom® Technology Corporation today introduces its STU family of signature tablets in the Americas to meet the technology needs of companies that are moving toward paperless transactions and a digital workflow that is fast, convenient, comfortable, secure and cost-effective. Wacom's signature tablet series, consisting of three unique tablets in both form and function, feature Wacom's renowned pressure-sensitive, battery-free and cordless pen technology to capture clear, true-to-life signatures. The signature tablet display's superior contrast helps deliver an intuitive signing experience. Additionally, by way of its advanced electro-magnetic resonance technology, Wacom's signature tablets are able to capture the static and biometric signals of individual signatures, making forgery extremely difficult.
A History of Success
Since 1983, Wacom has been manufacturing high-performance and extremely reliable input devices centered around its patented pen technology and its signature tablet family is a natural extension to Wacom's product portfolio. From its high-end interactive pen displays for professional users to its consumer tablet line, Wacom sets the standard for pen input. "Wacom revolutionized the nature of digital input when it introduced its family of interactive pen displays that allowed users to work with a pressure-sensitive pen directly on screen," said Michael Marcum, director of business development for Wacom. "Our interactive pen displays have already made a huge impact on customer-facing applications such as the hospital admission process, whereby patients are using the display to review and sign insurance and consent forms prior to a procedure. The very same intuitive, pen-on-paper like feel can be found on our signature tablets and Wacom is ready to support other businesses looking to take their electronic transaction and documentation initiatives digital."
Electronic Signing Makes Good Business Sense
Paperless transactions are becoming mainstream as companies seek new ways to save time and money as well as become better corporate citizens and environmentally aware. Think of all the direct and indirect costs related to paper. The cost of paper is just the tip of the iceberg. Printing, filing, archiving, mailing, transporting, securing and recycling have a negative impact on the bottom line. Wacom intends its signature tablets to become the new foundation of digital transactions and set a trend for the future. From signing a contract at the point of sale to authorizing, through electronic signature, a bank account transfer or new loan, Wacom's STU tablets are ideal for a variety of applications. "Retail, banking, insurance and dozens of other types of transactions require a signature virtually 100% of the time," continued Marcum. "Our signature products provide a better signing experience for the customer with trouble-free quality inherent in Wacom devices and, for the business operator, the tablet's ergonomic design, small footprint and attention to detail adds a modern, sophisticated element to any counter space or desk."
The STU Family
Wacom's signature tablet lineup consists of three tablets; the new STU-520, STU-500 and STU-300. Each tablet is designed to capture an electronic signature, replacing the need for a signature on paper. The tablets help lower costs and eliminate the inefficiencies associated with paper documentation, such as printing, storing and internal/external sharing. Wacom signature tablets deliver outstanding longevity through their patented pen technology that never needs batteries or a cord to carry an electronic signal. Since no electronic signals are passed through the Wacom pen tether, pen operation cannot be affected by damage to the tether. In addition, Wacom pen technology, unlike resistive technologies, is not impacted by wear or scratches to the screen surface.
The STU tablets easily integrate with software from SOFTPRO, Silanis, CIC and eOriginal. "Wacom and SOFTPRO have experienced tremendous success in Europe building customized solutions for different types of industries including banks and retail stores," said Marcum. "Having the engineering expertise and customer focus of software partners like SOFTPRO will help expand our signature business throughout the Americas." A 90-day trial of SOFTPRO software is available for STU owners interested in a turnkey signature solution.
-- The new STU-520, available December, 2010 features a high-quality,
widescreen color display (WVGA 800 x 480), offering ample screen space
for both signatures and promotional messages. When the display is
sitting idle and not being used for signing, the STU-520 provides an
innovative way for companies to display advertising and sales programs
in vibrant, eye-catching color. The STU-520 display also offers plenty
of space to incorporate menu buttons or soft keys. And, as with all STU
devices, Wacom's sensor technology captures the data necessary for
software to provide individual biometric information such as signature
pressure and speed.
-- The 5-inch monochrome display (VGA 640 x 480 resolution) of the STU-500
is able to capture long signatures with ease and the pen-display
interaction mimics the feel of signing on paper. Its modern, ergonomic
design is ideal for customer-facing transactions as both customer and
employee can clearly view the signing process, thanks to the screen's
ability to reflect high ambient light. In addition, the STU-500 offers
both USB and Serial connectivity.
-- Wacom's STU-300 tablet combines a monochrome display (396 x 100 pixel
resolution) in a compact and durable design. The STU-300 is especially
suited for portable use or at locations where space is at a premium.
The STU-300 ($199 USD) and STU-500 ($269 USD) are available now through Wacom's electronic store at direct.wacom.com. The STU-520 ($329 USD) will be available in December at the same site. A Software Developer Kit (SDK) is available for customers seeking options for custom integration.
About Wacom
For over 25 years, Wacom's vision to bring people and technology closer together through natural interface technologies has made it the world's leading manufacturer of pen tablets, interactive pen displays and digital interface solutions. The advanced technology of Wacom's innovative input devices has been used to create some of the most exciting digital art, films, designs, interactive classrooms and corporate boardrooms around the world. In addition, Wacom provides business and home users with the ability to explore digital content in a comfortable and intuitive way. Today, millions of customers use Wacom's cordless, battery-free, pressure-sensitive pen technology to enhance their digital workflow.
For more information, please
contact:
Douglas A. Little, Sr.
Public Relations Manager
Wacom Technology Corp.
360-896-9833 x174
douglas.little@wacom.com
SOURCE Wacom Technology Corporation
Wacom Technology Corporation
CONTACT: Douglas A. Little, Sr. Public Relations Manager of Wacom Technology Corp., +1-360-896-9833 x174, douglas.little@wacom.com
YuMe, ScanScout, and BBE Partner to Successfully Launch HoodieBuddie(TM) With HB3 Technology(TM) Apparel Line Using Nothing But In-Stream Video Advertising
Research Study Led by Digital Brand Advertising Effectiveness Firm Vizu Demonstrates How Effectively Video Impacts Brand Awareness and Purchase Intent
Apparel Manufacturer Jerry Leigh of California Sees Significant Lift In HoodieBuddie(TM) Sales After Only One Month
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- In an industry first, three leading video advertising networks -YuMe, ScanScout, and BBE - teamed up to produce a comprehensive product launch case study that demonstrates how effective digital video is at driving brand awareness and purchase intent - two critical metrics that matter most to major brands. On August 3, the three networks, in conjunction with digital brand advertising effectiveness firm Vizu and Poptent, the leader in crowd-sourced video production, launched Jerry Leigh of California's HoodieBuddie(TM) - a patent pending innovation and the first hooded sweatshirt to feature machine washable headphones integrated into the drawstrings and a built-in MP3/iPod connector in the pocket - using no paid advertisements other than digital video.
In the crowded and competitive apparel industry, building a buzz among the brand-conscious 13- to 25-year-old demographic for an unknown product can be extremely challenging - especially for a product that is sold online. BBE, ScanScout, and YuMe saw this as a great opportunity to demonstrate and measure the branding capabilities and impact of digital video, and potentially bring about greater consistency regarding digital video metrics.
Can a brand be built online using nothing more than online video advertising? After one month, the results from the HoodieBuddie(TM) brand lift study conducted by Vizu imply they can. With the help of ScanScout, BBE, and YuMe, HoodieBuddie(TM) realized a:
-- 205% increase in brand awareness, which is significantly higher than the
average 18.7% seen in comparable Vizu brand lift studies
-- 76% increase in purchase intent, far exceeding the 12.1% lift that Vizu
typically sees in campaigns of this nature
-- 62% increase in daily sales (when comparing pre-campaign sales to
post-ad campaign sales)
In terms of creative format findings, it was discovered that the 15-second pre-roll ad generally out-performed the 30-second spot in driving brand awareness, but the 30-second spot generally out-performed the 15-second video ad in increasing purchase intent. There also appeared to be minimal ad fatigue among viewers - even after 10+ exposures - as evidenced by an increase in brand awareness as ad frequency increased.
"We are ecstatic over the successful launch of our HoodieBuddie(TM) line and were simply amazed that our partners were able to achieve such great success through the use of online video," said Andrew Leigh, President of Jerry Leigh. "This non-traditional approach was exactly what we needed to reach our target audience, and the experience has given me a new-found appreciation for what digital video can do."
The HoodieBuddie(TM) campaign generated tremendous brand lift, showing that these video ad networks are among the best in the game at moving the needle for brand advertisers," said Dan Beltramo, CEO of Vizu. "Given the wide swath of advertising we measure and help our customers optimize, I'm comfortable saying this campaign was an unmitigated success."
The experiment to launch an unknown consumer brand using nothing but in-stream video was conceived by ScanScout, YuMe and BBE, and was designed to showcase that the medium could be as effective as traditional broadcast media. Jerry Leigh agreed not to utilize other forms of paid advertising in order to isolate the results generated from the video ads. In addition to pre-roll distribution, ScanScout's Super Pre-Roll and Super Overlay along with YuMe's custom Triple Play ad unit were utilized.
"Some advertisers still view digital advertising as a direct response channel, but the reality is that there is so much more available," said Jason Krebs, Executive Vice President at ScanScout. "The HoodieBuddie(TM) launch case proves that digital video advertising can provide significant effectiveness for both online and offline marketers. Brands can safely acknowledge that digital video can achieve reach, scale and effectiveness for their target audience with the same manner of success that they have expected and applied through broadcast on behalf of their business for decades."
"From a marketing perspective, the HoodieBuddie(TM) campaign unequivocally demonstrated that digital video has the scale and measurability that broadcast advertisers desire, plus the ability to target specific audiences, build brand awareness and convert browsers into buyers," said Scot McLernon, Chief Revenue Officer at YuMe. "The experiment to see whether online video ads alone could move the needle among a desired demographic audience paid off handsomely for HoodieBuddie(TM), but it's also an eye-opener for major brands that digital video can achieve similar reach, scale and effectiveness of traditional broadcast TV ads."
"When creative is designed specifically with the web-video viewer in mind, in-stream pre-roll can be engaging and highly effective," said Joe Gallagher, executive vice president of Sales at BBE. "The HoodieBuddie(TM) initiative proves that marketers can build brand awareness and ultimately drive revenue by using online video in a smart and comprehensive way. BBE's work with YuMe and ScanScout to bring the initiative to fruition and see the results we did is exemplary of the collaboration possible to set industry precedent and drive innovation forward."
With no existing video assets available to launch HoodieBuddie(TM), Poptent created 15- and 30-second pre-roll video ads through an innovative production approach known as crowdsourcing. The top 50 producers from Poptent's network of 18,000 independent video creators were invited to submit their creative executions. Jerry Leigh reviewed the many submissions and chose two video ads they felt were the most compelling and innovative. The final ads can be seen online at http://www.hoodiebuddie.com/campaign/.
"Crowdsourcing is a cost efficient way of providing marketers with multiple quality video executions for use in online and offline sales initiatives," said Poptent President Neil Perry.
Come hear more details this week at the ad:tech NY presentation: Video Everywhere--Deep Brand Integration in Online Video Thursday November 4, 11:45, The Future Track
Vizu Methodology
Vizu uses a concurrent test (exposed) and control methodology for measuring brand advertising effectiveness. In this approach, the same question is asked of two groups of individuals that are identical except for the presence (or lack) of exposure to the advertising from the campaign being measured. Since this is the only variable between the groups, the difference in how the groups respond to the question - Brand Lift - can be safely and completely attributed to the ad campaign. Survey responses are gathered evenly and randomly throughout the full campaign lifetime to ensure that the sample is free of any biases and is representative of the full campaign effect. Vizu also recruits survey responses directly from the actual campaign audience ensuring that the sample is free of any panel-based biases. Vizu's technology platform ensures that the control and exposed groups are identical and that the measurement is conducted in the classical experimental design approach.
About ScanScout
ScanScout, the leading in-stream video advertising provider, connects advertisers and consumers while maximizing brand impact and delivering unmatched transparency and measurability. Utilizing proprietary technology that ensures precision targeting, real-time optimization and peerless brand protection, ScanScout delivers exceptional brand engagement throughout the entire video-viewing experience and is consistently ranked among the top five video advertising networks by comScore. Partners include more than 1,000 premium and niche sites, including Starz, Gannett, Marvel, and NBC Universal. For more information, please visit: http://www.scanscout.com.
About YuMe
YuMe is a video advertising technology company that makes professional video profitable for publishers and effective for advertisers. Its robust ACE(TM) technology powers both its premium ad network and its industry-leading advertising management solution, ACE for Publishers. YuMe's premium ad network aggregates the best video content, representing hundreds of premium publishers. As a result, YuMe gives publishers and advertisers unprecedented reach, brand safety, contextual relevance, controlled syndication, and consistent delivery across all digital media platforms-Web, downloads, mobile, and IPTV. YuMe is a privately held company headquartered in Redwood City, CA and backed by Accel Partners, BV Capital, DAG Ventures, Khosla Ventures and Menlo Ventures. For more information, visit http://www.yume.com, follow @yumevideo on twitter (http://www.twitter.com/yumevideo), or become a fan of YuMe on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/yumevideo.
About BBE
Since 2004, BBE has helped advertisers, content producers and content distributors navigate the constantly shifting terrain in the online video space. A one-stop-shop for video advertising, BBE enables brands to monetize, track and produce video across all devices. BBE combines a premium video ad network, innovative new formats, cross-network analytics and unparalleled service to maximize the ROI of video advertising for its clients. BBE also continues to set the standard for trust and transparency in the industry, having achieved accreditation by the MRC, as well as DoubleVerify and AdSafe certification. For more information, please visit http://www.bbe.com.
About Jerry Leigh of California
Jerry Leigh, established in 1962, is a family-owned clothing designer, manufacturer, and brand management company with a philosophy of designing fashion that reflects consumer's lifestyles, utilizing a wide range of brands and licenses. With over 750 employees worldwide, Jerry Leigh distributes to retailers at all tiers of distribution, from boutiques to mass market, and manufacturers apparel for everyone, from toddlers to adults. For more on Jerry Leigh, please visit http://www.jerryleigh.com.
About Vizu
Vizu Corporation (http://www.brandlift.com) provides a technology platform that measures and optimizes the effectiveness of digital media branding campaigns in real time. Vizu works with hundreds of brands, advertising and media agencies, online publishers and ad networks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the online brand building process. Vizu has replaced Click-Through-rates with Brand Lift as the metric of choice for online brand advertisers. With Vizu's Ad-Catalyst system in place, you can advertise with confidence.
About Poptent
Poptent is a video production platform that offers marketers a cost effective way to obtain high quality videos for their online and offline marketing. Through Poptent, brands can reach a community of more than 18,000 highly skilled independent video creators. Brands post assignments, receive numerous pieces of finished video content and then select and pay for only the content that best meets their marketing needs. Poptent has already helped dozens of major brand advertisers obtain fresh and effective video content, while enabling independent creative talent to earn money and gain exposure for their work. Please visit http://www.poptent.net for more information.
SOURCE YuMe
YuMe
CONTACT: Nancy Thuvanuti of Red Light PR, +1-323-463-3160, nancy@redlightpr.com, for Jerry Leigh; or Meredith Oberndorfer of Sparkpr, +1-415-321-1882, meredith@sparkpr.com, for BBE; or Jeff Smith, SVP Marketing of Vizu, +1-415-362-8498, ext. 205, pressinquiries@vizu.com; or Mark Naples of Wit Strategy, +1-646-265-7372, mnaples@witstrategy.com, for ScanScout; or Neil Perry, President of Poptent, +1-610-832-1234, ext. 101, nperry@poptent.net; or Erika Shaffer of SutherlandGold Group, +1-206-972-5514, erika@sutherlandgold.com, for YuMe
Wine Country Gift Baskets Now Offers More Baskets with Free Shipping
FULLERTON, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Wine Country Gift Baskets has just added more free shipping baskets to their already impressive selection of gifts. Staying true to their 100% Quality and Unconditional Value Guarantee, Wine Country Gift Baskets continues to find more ways to save customers money while providing the quality their customers have come to expect.
The Best Value in Gift Giving. Wine Country Gift Baskets manufactures and sells all types of gift baskets. Their website and catalogs are filled with gourmet food, fine wine, chocolate, fruit, fresh baked goods and spa gifts, offering something for every taste and budget. Their Best Value Guarantee assures customers that comparable products will not be found selling for less anywhere else.
Wine Country Gift Baskets uses high quality ingredients and products from premiere companies such as Starbucks, Godiva, Ghirardelli, Cakebread Cellars and Dom Perignon. Gift baskets are exquisitely designed and crafted in southern California and shipped anywhere in the USA.
They offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and world class customer service. If a customer or their recipients are not 100% satisfied, Wine Country Gift Baskets will make it right!
The new 2010 holiday catalog is in the mail this week. This catalog features new seasonal items as well as long-time favorites. A red banner in the corner of many of the photos indicates free shipping! You'll see this throughout the catalog.
Order anytime and find unadvertised specials on Wine Country Gift Baskets website: http://www.WineCountryGiftBaskets.com. Friendly and helpful gift consultants are also always ready to assist you at (800) 394-0394. Their call center is located in Southern California in the same building that they design and build your gifts. Corporate clients placing larger orders should ask for their Corporate Sales Department to learn more about new customization options like putting logos on ribbons or cards.
DC Electronics Launches New Web Site to Highlight Advanced Quality and Process Systems
SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- DC Electronics, a San Jose, California based cable and harness assembly firm, today announced the launch of a new, media-rich Web site designed to give clients a detailed look at the company's systems and process.
"Our goal is to be as transparent as possible," says company President, Dave Cianciulli. "We are very proud of our Lean Kaizen and Six Sigma systems and we wanted to show the public what we've got."
In recent years, DC Electronics has embarked on an aggressive program to apply high level manufacturing systems to its San Jose manufacturing facility. All production lines are AS9100B registered and UL/CSA safety approved. The company has also installed advanced IT and data management systems to ensure real time quality and on-time delivery tracking.
"We are a relatively small company but our process is not much different than Boeing or Toyota," says Ruben Macias, VP of Operations. "We want the Web site to give people on the outside a very clear view into who we are and how we do things here at DCE."
DC Electronics takes pride in its unique ability to work in close partnership with its customers. Sales VP, Bryan McCreedy sees the new Web site as a tool for staying connected. "It's really about delivering relevant information. We're using video, social networking tools and web-based data management systems to keep a cutting-edge connection with our customers."
About DC Electronics
DC Electronics provides custom cable manufacturing and engineering for aerospace, agriculture, construction, industrial manufacturing, medical, military, nuclear, semiconductor, telecom, transportation, underwater and photovoltaic industries.
The company operates in a 32,500 sq. ft. facility in San Jose, California, and employs 220. DCE's state-of-the-art facility features a fully equipped machine shop that produces custom molds on demand. Tooling capabilities combined with five, 30-85-ton molding presses allow DC Electronics to meet injection molding demand worldwide.
Founded in 1979 by former Hughes Aircraft executive, David Cianciulli, Sr., and now run by David Cianciulli, Jr., this family-owned company has a stellar reputation for innovation, consistent high quality, and top-level service for demanding customers.
AT&T Acquires Assets From inCompass Wireless to Expand Its Mobile Enterprise Solutions and Services Expertise
AT&T Furthers Commitment to Help Customers 'Mobilize Everything' with Addition of inCompass Wireless Team
DALLAS, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T* today announced it has acquired certain assets, and hired certain employees, from inCompass Wireless (formerly inCode Telecom's Enterprise Mobility Solutions Group). The immediate addition of this inCompass Wireless team expands AT&T's enterprise mobility solutions and professional services expertise. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
inCompass Wireless is a mobile system integrator and technology provider that provides mobile application and wireless solution development with back office systems, mobile deployment and mobile managed service, and wireless technology integration and implementation. inCompass Wireless' professional services expertise will complement and enhance AT&T's existing enterprise mobility solutions and service offerings, delivered on the nation's fastest mobile broadband network.
"With the acquisition of inCompass Wireless, we're strengthening our already strong foundation to enable business model transformation through mobile applications, machine-to-machine solutions and mobile services," said Michael Antieri, President, Advanced Enterprise Mobility Solutions, AT&T Business Solutions. "The inCompass Wireless team brings end-to-end solution design, software system integration and device management skills which will allow us to meet a broader set of customer needs across the mobile ecosystem."
The consultants and developers joining AT&T as part of this transaction have collectively deployed and managed thousands of mobile devices for inCompass' existing customers. The team's systems integration and deployment expertise spans multiple mobile solutions including fleet management, field force automation, sales force automation, supply chain and wireless infrastructure.
Today's news is the latest to demonstrate AT&T's commitment to helping business and organizations of all sizes embrace mobility as mobile applications are becoming mission critical to enterprises and to helping companies to improve customer satisfaction and employee productivity.
Formed earlier this year, AT&T's Advanced Enterprise Mobility Solutions group collaborates with product teams across hosting, application management and unified communications to help mobilize applications for business customers, developers and independent software providers. The group complements AT&T's Emerging Devices Organization which focuses on wirelessly enabling devices for consumers.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T | DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE®magazine.
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Atos Origin Integrates Its Adaptive Workplace Solution With SAP® BusinessObjects(TM) BI OnDemand
Integrated solutions made available through new OEM agreement with SAP offer customers rapid ROI and flexibility
PARIS, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Atos Origin, an international IT services company, enlarged its portfolio of offerings in support of SAP® solutions through a new OEM agreement with SAP AG (NYSE: SAP). The Adaptive Workplace from Atos Origin is now integrated with the SAP BusinessObjects(TM) BI OnDemand solution, providing turnkey business intelligence (BI) solutions on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) basis. This combination of the Adaptive Workplace solution and SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand is available worldwide and applicable to all market sectors. It can be deployed fast and will offer customers a rapid ROI and flexibility.
Atos Origin believes that the pay-per-use, highly flexible and shared solutions offered through a cloud-delivery model are perfectly aligned with clients' current needs and will therefore have a very strong impact on the IT market in the coming years. The Adaptive Workplace solution integrated with SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand will allow clients to obtain BI solutions quickly and easily without needing to invest in hardware, infrastructure or perpetual licenses.
A true SaaS model has been created where clients can use SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand on a per-user and/or per-month subscription pricing model. Atos Origin delivers a cloud based workplace and infrastructure, combined with software and content. This is achieved by use of standard and tailored reports, integration services, training and support. It's a complete end-to-end service with consultancy to enable clients to maximize returns.
"We are delighted to be the first SAP partner in Europe to offer to our customers a solution integrated with SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand," said Frenk Verburgt, global SAP director at Atos Origin. "Atos Origin believes in offering innovations to address clients' needs and improve their operational performance. Our offering integrated with SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand offers customers an affordable, flexible solution with a rapid ROI of less than 90 days. Our solution can be summarized as providing the following: Any report, any place, anytime!"
"Atos Origin's Adaptive Workplace solution integrated with SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand will deliver to customers the of best of both worlds: in-depth knowledge of Atos Origin combined with easy-to-acquire and use capabilities of SAP BusinessObjects BI OnDemand," said Evert-Jan Tromp, sales director, OnDemand EMEA and India, SAP. "These integrated capabilities will drive customer success and quicker ROI."
Atos Origin has over 25 years experience working with SAP applications and is an SAP global services partner, an SAP global hosting partner, an SAP-certified provider of applications management services and cloud services, and an SAP-certified provider of solution implementation using the Run SAP methodology. Atos Origin also offers SAP-certified solutions and provides a tailored service to its customers with advice and implementation by a dedicated team of 5,000 experts worldwide.
The Adaptive Workplace is part of Atos Origin's key offering and provides a full range of modular and flexible desktop and end-user support services. These services allow the end user to work anywhere, anyplace, and at anytime. Atos Origin's extensive and innovative portfolio ranges from traditional desktop outsourcing to various private and public cloud-style solutions, such as Atos in a box. The Adaptive Workplace has already been successfully deployed at many clients worldwide enabling them to achieve cost reductions up to 40% on workplace management costs. Atos Origin currently manages more than 800,000 desktops and 20,000 servers. For further information on Adaptive Workplace, please visit our web site http://www.atosorigin.com/aws
About Atos Origin
Atos Origin is a leading international information technology (IT) services company, providing hi-tech transactional services, consulting, systems integration and managed operations to deliver business outcomes globally. The company's annual revenues are EUR 5.1 billion and it employs 49,000 people. Atos Origin is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic Games and has a client base of international companies across all sectors. Atos Origin is quoted on the Paris Eurolist Market and trades as Atos Origin, Atos Worldline, Atos WorldGrid and Atos Consulting. For more information, visit: http://www.atosorigin.com.
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CARY, N.C., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Supply Chain Intelligence, a leading provider of logistics transportation optimization systems, announced the general release of iSaaS GPS(TM) at this year's IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference and Expo in Tampa, FL. iSaaS GPS(TM) is an innovative, on board GPS application designed for the small and medium fleet as well as smaller vehicles.
With the introduction last year of iSaaS(TM), the transportation community was provided a subscription based web platform affordable for even small fleets. Continuing to develop solutions for small and medium fleets, Supply Chain Intelligence addressed the next area that has been under-served: a full-featured on board solution. This segment has found existing feature-rich, on board solutions to be far too expensive. iSaaS GPS(TM) fills this gap by delivering a software-only solution. By leveraging the Android OS, SCI is now able to deliver the features desired by the smaller operators. Existing functions such as geolocation, geofencing, Chat, Turn by Turn directions and traffic status can all be used to develop fleet management functionality. Exception signaling, DOT driver signaling, late/early warnings, Shipment/BOL, domicile arrival time and many more are also available. "iSaaS GPS(TM) finally brings all the functions available to large fleets to the small fleet," says Don Wickelgren, CEO of Supply Chain Intelligence, "We have been waiting for the technology to catch up and it finally has." iSaaS GPS(TM) is available for the iSaaS Transportation platform. Delivering this solution as an Android Application lowers the cost model with self-provisioning and enables any fleet to manage costs and begin to take advantage of the savings/benefit of an on-board system.
Headquartered in Cary, NC, Supply Chain Intelligence is a logistics software company focused on achieving broad-scale supply chain optimization. The Intelligence Suite(TM) is a modular system that allows for a component-based implementation process so that customers gain efficiencies and confidence through each phase of the implementation.
The International Foodservice Distributors Association is a trade organization of foodservice distributors serving operations throughout the U.S., Canada, and other countries. IFDA members include broadline, system, and specialty distributors with operations ranging from regional to international scope.
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CONTACT: Catherine Krueger of Supply Chain Intelligence, +1-919-342-4745, ckrueger@scintelligence.com
Plessey Steps Into Operation and Management Services Arena
JOHANNESBURG, November 2, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Plessey(http://www.plessey.co.za/), the wholly-owned Dimension Data ( http://www.dimensiondata.com/) subsidiary, today announced the launch of its
operator-neutral Operation and Management (O&M) Services which will be made
available to wireless and cable network operators across the African
continent.
This move will see Plessey assume the role of physical infrastructure
developer, as well as provide a first class managed infrastructure service on
which any operator can build their services.
Plessey specialises in the provision of passive infrastructure for
service providers and GSM operators in Africa on a non-shared, shared or
multi-tenanted full maintenance lease basis.
Howard Earley, Plessey CEO says, "Plessey has over 50 years' experience
in providing Radio Base Station (RBS) site-build and outside plant fibre
infrastructure throughout Africa. We have excellent relationships with key
operators on the ground, and have for some years been providing several
components of managed service in South Africa and East Africa. Extending our
offering to include a broader value stack of managed infrastructure service
to established, emerging, and embryonic Towercos and network service
providers is the next logical step for Plessey."
He explains: "In the past, network operators invested in infrastructure
either for their own and exclusive use, or participated to industry sharing
initiatives. Today, operators are under increased pressure to reduce their
operating costs and capital expenditure. This, coupled with a decreasing
EBITDA makes them open to outsourcing the management of their towers to third
parties. Sharing a common infrastructure is entirely carrier neutral and does
not differentiate between users, and the real benefits to operators are
compelling."
Earley says Plessey's O&M Services model also aligns with parent company
Dimension Data's goal to become a world leading services-led organisation.
"There appears to be deep support for the shared infrastructure model by a
number of regulatory bodies throughout Africa," he explains.
According to a study by the TMT advisory firm Delta Partners, there are
200,000 towers in the Middle East and Africa. Delta expects the demand for
towers in MEA to increase by 50% over the next five years, driven by factors
such as the availability of undersea cable networks, terrestrial fibre
networks, broadband wireless technologies and subscriber growth. Circa US$8.0
billion in cumulative tower related CAPEX could be saved if operators were to
share towers (The Delta Perspective, April 2009).
For further information contact Howard Earley, Tel: +27-11-6551603,
howard.earley@plessey.co.za
Source: Dimension Data
For further information contact Howard Earley, Tel: +27-11-6551603,
howard.earley@plessey.co.za
Fasthosts Launches Free Reseller Training Programme
GLOUCESTER, England, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Fasthosts Internet Ltd, a leading web hosting provider, and Technology Sponsor of The Great Exhibition 2012, recently launched an independently certified webinar training programme created specifically for Fasthosts Resellers. Provided free of charge to Fasthosts Advanced Reseller customers, the programme will deliver both strategic and practical training in how to build up a profitable reseller hosting business. The first online session kicked off 11 am GMT on Tuesday 19 October 2010. With its programme, Fasthosts aims to set a benchmark in the industry for best practice surrounding the resale of web hosting services.
Fasthosts has teamed up with the UK's leading provider of digital marketing training, Econsultancy, to compile an industry-leading training course for resellers of web hosting. The web host has long been the UK's foremost specialist in reseller hosting. As well as providing technical insights, the company will share business development and online marketing knowledge to help its resellers thrive in the growing reseller hosting market.
Delivered through a series of six interactive webinars running from October 2010 to January 2011, the Fasthosts Reseller training programme will set a benchmark in the industry for the resale of web hosting services. Once they have successfully completed the 6 interactive seminars (each 45 minutes) and brief assessment, participants will be awarded with an industry recognised and independently certified qualification - a Certificate of Digital Competency.
Steve Holford, Marketing Director, Fasthosts Internet Ltd, said: "Our unique training programme will provide our resellers with a best practice introduction to reselling web hosting, fine tune digital skills and bolster online knowledge. We will deliver the skills needed to hit the ground running and succeed with a new or existing business."
Fasthosts Reseller Hosting delivers access to a range of customisable web solutions including hosting, domains and email products at discounted reseller rates and includes unlimited web space and bandwidth. Resellers earn recurring profits on the items they sell, are free to set their own price points and may charge for free elements such as unlimited web space, website traffic and email accounts. Fasthosts Reseller packages are available on a 1 month contract meaning very low risk.
The Fasthosts Web Designer Advanced reseller package offers a high degree of freedom to structure hosting plans - resellers can create a customised package for each end customer, design and create their own range of packages or simply resell Fasthosts' own off-the-shelf packages. Featuring the Fasthosts Reseller Control Dashboard, Custom Branding tools and Reseller API, the package comprises an efficient, high-quality, professional reseller platform at low cost. New customers signing up receive full enrolment into the Fasthosts Reseller Training programme.
Holford added, "As a reseller hosting specialist, Fasthosts aims to deliver its resellers unrivalled support and innovation in equal measures."
About Fasthosts
Fasthosts is a leading web hosting provider. Based in the UK and operating 24x7 from their dedicated UK data centres, Fasthosts keeps over 1 million domains running smoothly and ensures over 42 million emails are delivered safely each day. All Fasthosts services can be self-managed through the award winning Fasthosts web-based control panel that provides customers with unparalleled online control, enabling them to manage hosted services including domain registrations, shared web hosting, business-class email, virtual servers, dedicated servers, secure online storage, software-as-a-service, internet merchant accounts and unlimited broadband. Fasthosts maintains an award-winning, highly successful reseller channel.
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DivX HD(TM) Certified Samsung GALAXY S(TM) Launches in Japan
New Android Smart Phone Delivers High Definition On-the-Go Movie Enjoyment
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- DivX®, a division of Sonic Solutions® (Nasdaq: SNIC), and Samsung Electronics Co., LTD., a leading mobile provider, today announced that the Samsung GALAXY S(TM) SC-02B is available in Japan from NTT DOCOMO with DivX HD video playback at 720p resolution. The GALAXY S is the world's first Android(TM) mobile phone that is DivX Certified for high definition and the second DivX Certified phone from Samsung to launch in the region.
To enjoy high-quality video on the go, consumers simply load their library of DivX standard definition and high definition 720p videos on the smart phone's internal and external memory. Connecting the GALAXY S to other DivX Certified devices such as HDTVs, turns the smart phone into a powerful set-top box capable of broadcasting video content in the living room on the large screen. DivX technology is used to power a high-quality online video experience by millions of consumers around the world, with consumers launching the DivX video player over 250 million times per month. The GALAXY S supports the secure playback of the broad range of DivX content, including Hollywood movies.
"We are pleased to be collaborating with Samsung on its pioneering GALAXY S that is helping set a new benchmark for high-quality mobile movie enjoyment," said Matt Milne, Executive Vice President and General Manager, DivX. "DivX Certification helps manufacturers enhance and extend device media capabilities and satisfy consumers' demand for exceptional entertainment experiences anywhere."
Available in the United States, Europe and Asia, the GALAXY S has a large 4-inch super AMOLED display, which delivers an unrivaled screen quality for a better viewing experience. Powered by a 1GHz processor, the Galaxy S dazzles with amazing 3-D graphics, faster upload and download times, and a rich multimedia and gaming experience. As an Android-powered device, the GALAXY S also provides access to the millions of applications from SAMSUNG Apps as well as Google's Android Market and DOCOMO Market.
"Samsung continues to launch feature-rich devices packed with innovative technologies," said YH Lee, Senior Vice President, Samsung Electronics. "By achieving DivX HD Certification, we're giving our customers the freedom to not only enjoy their DivX videos on the road, but also the ability to easily connect to other consumer electronics devices and enjoy the same content at home on the big screen."
DivX Certified phones are all tested to guarantee high-quality DivX video playback. DivX technology produces highly compressed video that requires minimal storage for the highest quality media experience on a mobile platform for viewing anytime, anywhere. Products that bear the DivX Certified logo have undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX media experience, including reliable video creation and playback, interoperability with other DivX Certified devices, and the visual quality users expect from DivX.
DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the "three screens" comprising today's consumer media environment--the PC, television and mobile devices. Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market worldwide from leading consumer electronics manufacturers. DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home. For more information about DivX, visit http://www.divx.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit http://www.samsung.com.
About Sonic Solutions
Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ: SNIC) enables digital media from Hollywood to Home. For more than a decade, Sonic products, service, and technology brands including Roxio®, RoxioNow(TM), DivX®, and MainConcept, have fueled home entertainment, powered rich digital media functionality on a range of platforms for a variety of partners, and inspired unique personal media experiences for hundreds of millions of consumers. Sonic technologies are now combining to deliver a universal platform for Hollywood Studios, retailers, consumer electronics manufacturers, and PC OEMs that provides consumers instant access to premium entertainment from virtually anywhere. Sonic Solutions is headquartered in Marin County, California. Learn more at http://www.sonic.com.
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Stefanini IT Solutions Affiliate to Merge with TechTeam Global
$93.4 million transaction combines TechTeam Global's expertise in service desk, technical support and desktop/distributed IT infrastructure management services with Stefanini IT Solutions' IT consulting, integration and development, and outsourcing services
Combined enterprise with global reach providing opportunities for enhanced customer value, complementary services, broader geographic coverage and innovation
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TechTeam Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: TEAM), a worldwide provider of information technology outsourcing and business process outsourcing services, today announced that the Company has signed a definitive agreement pursuant to which an affiliate of Stefanini International Holdings Ltd (d/b/a Stefanini IT Solutions), a privately held global provider of onshore and nearshore IT consulting, integration and development, and outsourcing services, will merge with TechTeam Global. The transaction will be accomplished through an all-cash tender offer and second-step merger, for a total value of approximately $93.4 million. The definitive agreement was fully supported by TechTeam Global's Board of Directors and was the result of the Board of Directors and management's evaluation of various strategic alternatives for the benefit of all stakeholders. The transactions contemplated by the definitive agreement were unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies.
Stefanini International Holdings Ltd, through a U.S. subsidiary, will make an offer to purchase all outstanding shares of TechTeam Global common stock for US$8.35 per share. The tender offer price represents a 24.0% premium to TechTeam Global's average closing stock price over the last three-month period ended November 1, 2010, and a 16.8% premium over the closing price of TechTeam Global common stock on November 1, 2010. The tender offer is scheduled to commence within 10 business days and is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2010. The tender offer is conditioned on the tender of a majority of the outstanding shares of TechTeam Global common stock on a fully-diluted basis and various other conditions, including customary regulatory approvals. The transaction is not conditioned on receipt of financing. Following completion of the tender offer, an affiliate of Stefanini International Holdings Ltd intends to acquire the remaining outstanding shares of TechTeam common stock for US$8.35 per share through a second-step merger. Further details will be provided in filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
TechTeam Global's Board of Directors will recommend that TechTeam Global stockholders tender their shares pursuant to the offer. In connection with and as a condition to the offer, Costa Brava Partnership III L.P. and Emancipation Capital, LLC, which collectively hold approximately 18.4% of TechTeam Global's outstanding common stock, have agreed to tender their shares into the offer.
Chairman of the Board of Directors of TechTeam Global Seth Hamot said, "The TechTeam Board believes that this transaction, following the sale of the Government Solutions business in September, is in the best interest of our shareholders. This outcome could not have been achieved without the driven commitment of a strong management team."
Gary J. Cotshott, President and Chief Executive Officer of TechTeam Global said, "We are pleased to be entering into a transaction which supports our strategic plan. The proposed combination will expand the global coverage and broaden the service portfolio of the Company. It will therefore create significant opportunities for TechTeam Global to address a broader set of needs and deliver enhanced value for our customers. We are also excited by the long-term growth opportunities expected from the increased stability, scale and flexibility of the combined enterprise."
Marco A. Stefanini, Chairman of Stefanini IT Solutions said, "We are excited about this transaction and believe it to be a significant step in Stefanini IT Solutions' strategy of expanding its international presence. The prospective combination will create a truly global presence from two customer-focused and service-driven companies."
Houlihan Lokey served as TechTeam Global's financial advisor and Ropes & Gray LLP served as TechTeam Global's legal advisor in connection with the transaction. Fredericks Michael & Co. served as Stefanini International Holdings Ltd's financial advisor and DLA Piper LLP (US) served as Stefanini International Holdings Ltd's legal advisor in connection with the transaction.
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About TechTeam Global, Inc.
TechTeam Global, Inc. is a leading provider of IT outsourcing and business process outsourcing services to large and medium businesses. The company's primary services include service desk, technical support, desk-side support, security administration, infrastructure management and related professional services. TechTeam also provides a number of specialized, value-added services in specific vertical markets. Founded in 1979, TechTeam has approximately 2,100 employees across the world, providing IT support in 32 languages. TechTeam's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol "TEAM." For more information, call 800-522-4451 or visit http://www.techteam.com.
About Stefanini IT Solutions
Stefanini IT Solutions is a global provider of onshore and nearshore IT consulting, systems integration and development, and outsourcing services. With more than 9,000 employees and 36 offices in 16 countries worldwide, Stefanini IT Solutions services more than 350 active customers across a broad spectrum of industry verticals, including energy and utilities, insurance, manufacturing and distribution, oil and gas, financial services, and telecom. Founded in 1987 and with roots in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Stefanini IT Solutions has grown to be a multinational IT services company and one of the largest IT consulting companies in Latin America.
NOTE TO INVESTORS
The tender offer to purchase shares of TechTeam Global common stock referenced in this press release has not yet commenced, and this press release is neither an offer to purchase, nor a solicitation of an offer to sell, any securities. The tender offer to purchase shares of TechTeam Global common stock will be made only pursuant to a Tender Offer Statement on Schedule TO containing an offer to purchase, forms of letters of transmittal and other documents relating to the tender offer (the "Tender Offer Statement"), which Platinum Merger Sub, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stefanini International Holdings Ltd, will file with the SEC and mail to TechTeam Global stockholders. At the time the tender offer is commenced, TechTeam Global will file a Solicitation / Recommendation Statement with respect to the tender offer (the "Recommendation Statement"). Security holders of TechTeam Global are advised to read the Tender Offer Statement and Recommendation Statement when they become available, because they will contain important information about the tender offer. Investors and security holders of TechTeam Global also are advised that they may obtain free copies of the Tender Offer Statement and other documents filed by Platinum Merger Sub, Inc. with the SEC (when these documents become available) and the Recommendation Statement and other documents filed by Stefanini International Holdings Ltd (when these documents become available) on the SEC's website at http://www.sec.gov. In addition, free copies of the Tender Offer Statement and related materials may be downloaded (when these documents become available) from TechTeam Global's website at: http://www.techteam.com/investors/sec-filings; and free copies of the Recommendation Statement and related materials may be obtained (when these documents become available) from TechTeam Global by written request to: TechTeam Global, Inc., Attn: Investor Relations, 27335 West 11 Mile Road, Southfield, Michigan 48033.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as "anticipate," "expect," "believe," "plan," "intend," "predict," "will," "may," and similar terms. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, the anticipated timing of filings and approvals relating to the transaction; statements regarding the expected timing of the completion of the transaction; statements regarding the ability to complete the transaction considering the various closing conditions; any statements of expectation or belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release related to future results and events are based on the Company's current expectations, estimates and projections about its industry, as well as management's beliefs and assumptions. Forward-looking statements, by their nature, involve risks and uncertainties and are not guarantees of future performance. Actual results may differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements due to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors, including, but not limited to, uncertainties as to the timing of the tender offer and the merger; uncertainties as to how many of the Company's stockholders will tender their stock in the tender offer; the risk that competing offers will be made; the possibility that various closing conditions for the transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including that a governmental entity may prohibit, delay or refuse to grant approval for the consummation of the transaction; the effects of disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with employees, licensees, other business partners or governmental entities; other business effects, including the effects of industry, economic or political conditions outside of the Company's control; transaction costs; actual or contingent liabilities; and other risks and uncertainties discussed in documents filed with the SEC by the Company, including the solicitation/recommendation statement to be filed by the Company. Investors and stockholders are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Unless required by law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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CONTACT: Chris Donohue, VP, Strategy & Marketing, TechTeam Global, Inc., +1-248-357-2866, cdonohue@techteam.com, or Margaret M. Loebl, VP, CFO and Treasurer, TechTeam Global, Inc., +1-248-357-2866, investors@techteam.com, or Maribel Lopez, Stefanini IT Solutions, +1-781-404-2416, mlopez@topazpartners.com, or Antonio Barretto, Stefanini IT Solutions, 55 11 3039 2065, abarretto@stefanini.com, or Debora Freire, DFreire Comunicacao e Negocios, 55 11 5505-8922, debora@dfreire.com.br
TechFaith to Expand Gaming Catalog with Launch of Martial Arts Title, Cang Hai
BEIJING, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China TechFaith Wireless Communication Technology Limited (Nasdaq: CNTF) ("TechFaith") today announced it will expand its PC online gaming content catalog with the launch of its newest title Cang Hai. The launch of Cang Hai is planned for the China market on November 25, 2010 through TechFaith's subsidiary 798 Entertainment Limited. Gamers will initially have free access to limited scenes of Cang Hai with the option to pay a service fee to use the full version and to add skills, capabilities, weapons and fantasy pets.
The newest PC online game, Cang Hai, is based on a popular martial arts novel with a historical background based on the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Players will battle for the throne of the Supreme Leader and control of the Central Plains, after being initially divided into 3 different sects - the Western Region, Eastern Island and the Invincible. Players will experience realistic 2.5D martial arts action as they build in-depth skills, secure pets with fantastic capabilities and try to gain unlimited battle equipment.
Mr. Defu Dong, the chairman and CEO of TechFaith and CEO of 798 Entertainment said; "the launch of Cang Hai will extend our reach into one of the gaming sector's most popular genres, martial arts. Our team worked very hard on Cang Hai's design, look and action. The animation, character development, story and playability are all top notch. Based on the reaction of those that have tested the game, we think the title will be well received. The key is the excitement and gaming experience the title provides - both essential to having a winning title capable of building a fan base of active gamers."
Mr.Defu Dong further commented, "We are also encouraged as this is the second PC online game launch. Since we divided 798 Entertainment into 3 dedicated business units: 17Wee focusing on the motion game business, 798 Games focusing on the development and publishing of PC online games and 798 Anytime online focusing on the development of the mobile phones games. This tailored business strategy is designed to ensure that each business segment has direct support and accountability for performance. We remain confident that this is the right strategy and that it will ultimately result in the achievement of greater overall success."
About us
TechFaith (NASDAQ: CNTF) is a China-based original developed product ("ODP") provider focused on the original design and sales of mobile phone products. TechFaith aims to become a branded mobile phone specialist in differentiated market segments in the China market. TechFaith is also striving to build a leading PC and online gaming business through its wholly-owned subsidiary, 798 Entertainment Limited.
-- TechFaith engages in the development and production of middle to high
end handsets and tailor made handsets. TechFaith's original developed
products include: (1) multimedia phones and dual mode dual card handsets
of multiple wireless technology combination such as GSM/GSM, GSM/CDMA,
GSM/WCDMA, GSM/TD-SCDMA and UMTS/CDMA; (2) Windows-based smartphones and
Pocket PC phones; and (3) handsets with interactive online gaming and
professional game terminals with phone functionality.
-- With the capability of developing Middleware Application MMI/UI software
on 2G/2.5G(GSM/GPRS, CDMA1X), 3G(EV-DO, WCDMA/UMTS, TD-SCDMA) and
3.5G(HSDPA) communication technologies, TechFaith is able to provide
-- Middleware Application MMI/UI software packages that fulfill the
specifications of handset brand owners and carriers in the global
market. For more information, please visit http://www.techfaithwireless.com.
-- TechFaith is aiming to become a branded mobile phone specialist for
differentiated market segments in the China market, such as under its
wholly-owned subsidiary brand name QIGI for smartphone business which
targets enterprise users and operator tailored market, under Glomate
brand, selling other brand names for girls and teenagers, under the
TechFace brand name to target the market of outdoor sports enthusiasts.
-- TechFaith is targeting both the mobile and online PC gaming markets
through its websites http://www.798uu.com and http://www.798game.com with gaming
content developed internally, co-developed and licensed from third
parties.
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CONTACTS:
In China: In the U.S.:
Jay Ji David Pasquale
China TechFaith Wireless Communication
Technology Limited Global IR Partners
Tel: 86-10-5822-8390 Tel: +1 914-337-8801
ir@techfaith.cn cntf@globalirpartners.com
SOURCE China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited
China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited
CONTACT: In China: Jay Ji, China TechFaith Wireless Communication Technology Limited at +86-10-5822-8390 or ir@techfaith.cn; In the U.S.: David Pasquale, Global IR Partners at +1-914-337-8801 or cntf@globalirpartners.com
Walmart Kicks Off Early Savings this Holiday Season with Incredible Prices on Top Consumer Electronics Gifts
Retailer Provides Families with Savings on a Vizio 26" LED TV for $198, a $288 Laptop and a $50 Gift Card on One of the Hottest Video Game Bundles
BENTONVILLE, Ark., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Focused on bringing families a holiday season full of entertainment for less, Walmart (NYSE: WMT) today announced "The Amazing Walmart Electronics Event" with great savings on the season's favorite consumer electronics gifts. Beginning on Saturday, Nov. 6(1), Walmart stores and Walmart.com will offer incredible prices on a full line of Vizio HDTVs, a Compaq laptop and a Sony PlayStation 3 Move Bundle.
Recent research from the Consumer Electronics Association(2) shows that shoppers will spend more on consumer electronics gifts this holiday season than ever before, and 32 percent of consumers plan to start shopping for these gifts in November. Video game consoles and laptops were among the top five presents that consumers will be giving this year.
"We know our customers are starting their holiday shopping now, and they are looking for consumer electronics gifts that the entire family can enjoy together," said Gary Severson, senior vice president of Entertainment, Walmart U.S. "This is the first of many holiday savings events around the hottest consumer electronics gifts, and we are committed to continuing to offer families incredible savings on the best gifts they want throughout the entire holiday season."
"The Amazing Walmart Electronics Event" begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6 through Nov. 7 or while supplies last. The majority of these prices will also be available on Walmart.com. Online times may vary.
HDTVs:
No matter the living room size, Walmart stores and Walmart.com offer HDTVs so families can enjoy favorite holiday movies together throughout the entire season.
-- 26" Vizio LED HDTV (720p model) was $298, now $198* ($100 savings)
-- 32" Vizio LCD HDTV (720p model) was $348, now $298* ($50 savings)
-- 42" Vizio LCD HDTV (1080p model) was $548, now $498* ($50 savings)
-- 47" Vizio LCD HDTV (1080p model, 120Hz refresh rate) was $798, now $698*
($100 savings)
-- 55" Vizio LCD HDTV (1080p model, 120Hz refresh rate) was $1,098, now
$898* ($200 savings)
Laptops:
For parents wanting to purchase a new laptop for their children, Walmart offers a 2GB RAM, 250GB Hard Drive, Intel Celeron laptop for less than $300.
-- Compaq 15.6" Laptop at $288
Video Games:
Families looking to get their game on this holiday season can purchase a special PlayStation 3 bundle.
-- Sony PlayStation 3 320 GB Console with Move Bundle (includes PlayStation
Eye camera, PlayStation Move controller and Sports Champions), $399 plus
$50 Walmart or Walmart.com Gift Card*
Music:
Music loving moms can start stocking her kids' stockings early with a $50 iTunes Gift Card(3) from Walmart, available for $35 while supplies last. Limit two per customer.
*Also available on Walmart.com
Shoppers can find more information about Walmart's ongoing holiday savings events this season by going to http://www.walmart.com/ChristmasShop. In addition, Walmart always matches the price of any local competitor's printed ad for an identical product right at the cash register.
(1) Event dates are Saturday, Nov. 6 through Nov. 7, 2010. Quantities of all items are limited. No rain checks. Not valid in Puerto Rico. Prices and availability may vary in Alaska, Hawaii, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
(2) Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), 17th Annual CE Holiday Purchase Patterns Study, Oct .19, 2010.
(3) Gift Card offering not available in Hawaii, Oklahoma, Wisconsin and Puerto Rico. Not available on Walmart.com. We will limit the number of items purchased per customer to two. Void where prohibited.
About Walmart
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT), or "Walmart," serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at more than 8,400 retail units under 55 different banners in 15 countries. With fiscal year 2010 sales of $405 billion, Walmart employs more than 2 million associates worldwide. A leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity, Walmart ranked first among retailers in Fortune Magazine's 2010 Most Admired Companies survey. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting http://www.walmartstores.com and on Twitter at http://Twitter.com/Walmartnews. Online merchandise sales are available at http://www.walmart.com and http://www.samsclub.com.
Defendmyname.com Takes Online Reputation Management to a Whole New Level!
Defendmyname.com is always working to set the benchmark in our industry and provide unique problem solving programs and services in the reputation management industry.
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Defendmyname.com, a pioneer in the online reputation management industry, has developed several new reputation management programs to help companies combat negative links in the major search engines!
"With the rise in consumer advocate sites and reviews sites on local business listing profiles it has become essential to protect your reputation and reviews online in the eyes of the prospect searcher," says Robert Russo, President of defendmyname.com.
Defendmyname.com is always working to set the benchmark in our industry and provide unique problem solving programs and services in the reputation management industry. Our commitment to develop new technologies and software applications helps to set us apart from all the other competitors for online reputation management.
Defendmyname.com is also announcing the launch of a new online video educational system later this year to help educate consumers and businesses who have been affected by negative links in the major search engines.
Defendmyname.com's new video education system will offer several video tutorials on how to remove negative links from search engine, tips on SEO optimization to help push down negative links and also how do utilize social media, video media and press release distribution to your company's benefit while protecting your reputation on the Internet.
Defendmyname.com plans to roll out this service at a very low price point of $49.99 per month for unlimited access to our library of knowledge. Defendmyname.com will also offer our resources to customers at a very low cost for online bloggers, Web Portal designs, Wordpress creation and development, link building services and much more.
About Defendmyname.com
Defendmyname.com is a pioneer in the online reputation management industry and the leader in online reputation management technologies. With over 8 unique custom niche web based applications and services for reputation management our company takes great pride in being the Industry leader and pioneer in the reputation repair industry.
Contact Information
Defend My Name Inc
Robert Russo / President
admin@defendmyname.com
1-866-268-5588
ARGYLEtv.com Has Increased Its Free Online Television Channel Line-Up to Over 3,000 Channels; They Now Provide Broadcasts in More Than 70 Different Languages, From Over 130 Different Countries
As more and more people leave their native countries in search of better opportunities, ARGYLEtv.com seeks to provide them with quality television programming from their native country in their native language.
FRISCO, Texas, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- ARGYLEtv.com, a website offering free online television channels from around the world, announced today that it has increased its online television channel line-up to over 3,000 channels. Positioning itself to be a leader in live online television broadcasts, ARGYLEtv.com continues to give people what they want: television channels from their native country in their native language.
Thousands of people migrate from one country to another every day seeking better opportunities for themselves and their families. One of the comforts from home that they are often forced to leave behind is their television programming. ARGYLEtv fills that void by allowing its viewers the ability to watch streaming television channels online from all over the world. This was never more evident than when hundreds of Chileans logged onto ARGYLEtv.com in order to keep up to date with the miner rescue operation back home in Chile.
The compelling Internet tv programming that ARGYLEtv provides has caused their viewership to grow exponentially. People are logging on in the thousands to watch TV shows from channels like Fashion TV, which shows all of the fashion shows from around the world as well as the latest in today's fashion trends. Another favorite is the Art Channel, which shows a truly unique perspective on just about everything. Instead of painting with a paintbrush, artists on the Art Channel paint images with their video cameras.
Above all, people log onto ARGYLEtv.com to watch the local news and sporting events from home. Thousands log onto ARGYLEtv.com every day to watch TV from India (Hindi TV), TV from French speaking countries (TV en direct), and to check out one of the most comprehensive collections of online Spanish broadcasting on the net (TV en vivo).
ARGYLEtv.com is a small start-up committed to providing high-quality online television broadcasts. Through its website, ARGYLEtv.com (http://www.ARGYLEtv.com), ARGYLEtv provides more than 3,000 television channels in more than 70 different languages, from over 130 different countries around the world. For more information, please visit http://www.ARGYLEtv.com.
McDonald's® Announces Legendary Return of the McRib® to the Greater Philadelphia Region
Local McRib Fans Could Win Trip to Germany
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning today, the legendary McRib sandwich will be available at participating McDonald's restaurants of the Greater Philadelphia Region until December 5. The McRib, a boneless pork patty dressed with fresh-slivered onions, dill pickle slices, tangy barbeque sauce and served on a toasted, golden-brown home-style bun, is known among customers for surfacing on select local menus for limited periods of time.
Since its introduction nearly 30 years ago, the combination of the McRib sandwich's signature barbeque sauce and obscure availability has led customers to perform extraordinary feats for a taste of the elusive sandwich.
"We know McDonald's McRib fans are incredibly passionate about the McRib, and what better way to honor this devotion than by bringing it back to the Greater Philadelphia Regionfor those who love it most," said Mike Anton, President, Phil-Ad-Mac Owner/Operator Association. "We're proud to deliver our customers the unforgettable taste and experience of the McRib."
The Legends of McRib
McDonald's is also inviting McRib fans to tap into their creative passion with the launch of "The Legends of McRib" website (http://www.McDonalds.com/McRib). "The Legends of McRib" is a collection of McRib stories and tall tales submitted by fans who want to share their love for the sandwich with the world. The legends don't have to be true. They don't have to even be possible. They just have to be bigger than life and worthy of "The Legends of McRib."
The author of the winning submission will win a trip to Germany, the only place where McRib is served year-round. The winner will receive a paid seven-day and six-night trip, including a three-city tour through popular German towns and daily access to McRib. In addition, the winning legend will get their story animated into a motion comic that could be debuted on McDonald's online properties.
Legendary Return
In support of the McRib's triumphant return, McDonald's Restaurants of the Greater Philadelphia Region will host a "Legends of McRib" celebration on November 5, at the University City McDonald's on 40(th) and Walnut Streets in Philadelphia from noon to 2:00 p.m. The celebration will include customers sampling the McRib and participating in McRib trivia to receive fun McRib-themed prizes. Customers will have the opportunity to record and submit their stories for "The Legends of McRib" on site. Nick McIlwain from WMMR's Preston & Steve morning show will emcee the event.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. See Official Rules at http://www.mcdonalds.com/mcrib for complete details. Void where prohibited.
About McDonald's:
McDonald's USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. More than 80 percent of McDonald's 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by local franchisees. There are nearly 300 McDonald's restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia Region. For more information on McDonald's visit http://www.mcdonalds.com or log on at any of the 10,000 Wi-Fi enabled McDonald's U.S. restaurants. Visit http://www.mcstate.com for local restaurant, career and program information. Follow us on Twitter @McDPhilly for the latest news, info, events and promotions, and find us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/mcdonalds.
Experian Marketing Services Launches Marketing Forward(SM) Tour to Share Customer Engagement Strategies Across the United States
Experian's Marketing Forward tour kicks off with 100 percent attendee satisfaction rating
NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Experian Marketing Services, a leading provider of data, analytics and marketing technologies to help organizations target and engage their customers more effectively, today announced the successful conclusion of the first stop on the Marketing Forward(SM) Tour. The series of events started in New York City on Oct. 19, 2010, and will continue in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Nov. 11 and in Dallas, Texas, on Jan. 18. Of attendees surveyed at the conclusion of the event in New York City, 100 percent indicated that the content met their learning objectives and that they found the Tour enjoyable, educational and an all-around great event.
In New York City, 72 marketing leaders from more than 30 different companies across various industries -- including finance, travel and retail -- gathered at the luxurious Palace Hotel to hear insightful presentations by Experian Marketing Services' thought leaders as they shared best practices and customer engagement strategies. Attendees also shared challenges and success stories during interactive roundtable discussions on key topics, including mobile marketing, social media, customer data management, search and precision targeting online. Networking with industry peers and company executives during a reception followed the learning portion of the event.
Bill Tancer, general manager of global research for Experian Marketing Services and best-selling author of Click: What Millions of People Are Doing Online and Why It Matters, presented data and best practices pertaining to some of marketers' main concerns today, including the upcoming holiday season, the adoption of "daily deal" Websites and social networks. Tancer also enlightened the audience with novel information on current consumer trends and behaviors, underlining the power of data-based decision making for driving stronger marketing results.
"The Marketing Forward Tour was the ideal event for learning and sharing new strategies that my business can use to improve our marketing program and increase customer engagement and profitability," said Shinoa Matos, Copywriter for McGraw-Hill. "I'm excited to apply some of the knowledge gained into our campaigns."
"Like the many forums that we provide throughout the year to facilitate valuable learning and knowledge-sharing, the Marketing Forward Tour is designed to offer attendees a unique opportunity to learn new strategies for engaging customers in more meaningful ways. The results of our first-stop survey indicated that we're off to a great start in achieving this objective, and we look forward to educating, entertaining and learning from our other clients across the country," said Matt Seeley, group president, Experian Marketing Services North America.
Experian Marketing Services delivers best-in-breed data, analytics and platforms into multiple regions around the globe. It is focused on helping marketers more effectively target and engage their best customers through email, digital advertising, customer data management, customer and competitive insight, data enrichment and list rental, modeling and analytics, and strategic consulting. Through these capabilities, Experian Marketing Services enables organizations to encourage brand advocacy, create measurable return on investment and significantly improve the lifetime value of their customers.
About Experian
Experian is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients in more than 90 countries. The company helps businesses to manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making. Experian also helps individuals to check their credit report and credit score and protect against identity theft.
Experian plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2010, was $3.9 billion. Experian employs approximately 15,000 people in 40 countries and has its corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, with operational headquarters in Nottingham, UK; Costa Mesa, California; and Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Experian and the Experian marks used herein are service marks or registered trademarks of Experian Information Solutions, Inc. Other product and company names mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
DMI Magazine Launches News Alert Service With Mustard Digital
LONDON, November 2, 2010/PRNewswire/ -- Direct Marketing International (DMI) magazine has teamed up with alerts
and notifications specialists Mustard Digital to launch a news alert service
- snaptaps - for readers.
DMI began trialling the service earlier in the year and is now rolling it
out as added-value for subscribers. The snaptaps free alert service will also
be made available to non-subscribers who wish to receive alerts about the
latest news articles and content as they are published across the DMI website
(http://www.dmionline.net) and its associated brands, such as the business
club Global Marketing Alliance (http://www.the-gma.com).
DMI is rapidly gaining wider reach with its news content, aimed primarily
at international businesses and marketing professionals worldwide, which is
also being syndicated by other brands and publishers. The addition of an
intelligent alert service where people can choose specific categories or
keyword phrases such as their own company, competitors or products of
particular interest is a useful new application.
DMI publisher, Matt Edgar, said: "We are always looking for innovative
and practical ways to extend the reach of our publications and to offer new
services to our existing readers and future ones. The creation and launch of
our new DMI alert service (http://www.dmionline.net/alerts) with snaptaps is
an excellent example of how we can achieve this."
(http://www.snaptaps.com) since early 2010 and has created alert services
for specific brands and categories. Extending this to business-to-business
applications has been a natural next step, explained Bede Feltham, a partner
at Mustard Digital, who added: "We believe there is a significant market for
alert services. People don't always want to have to search to find items of
interest to them. The ability to create flags of interest that enable them to
receive timely alerts as and when relevant content is published or made
available is a significant, time-saving benefit. We look forward to working
with DMI and extending the application of snaptaps."
About DMI
Direct Marketing International magazine is the only publication which has
global reach among direct and interactive marketing professionals worldwide.
Now in its third decade, DMI was the first magazine to be printed in the UK
for direct marketers. http://www.dmionline.net
About Mustard Digital
Mustard Digital specialises in providing alert and notification services,
which enable its clients to send highly targeted, relevant and timely
communications to their customers. http://www.mustarddigital.co.uk
About snaptaps
Snaptaps is an alert and notification service that enables timely alerts
to be sent on behalf of brands and clients to an opted-in customer base.
Snaptaps is owned by Mustard Digital. http://www.snaptaps.com
Source: Mustard Digital & Direct Marketing International (DMI)
Matt Edgar, Publisher, Direct Marketing International Ltd, London, Tel : +44(0)20-7043-9008
The UK's Leading Environmentally Friendly Removals Company Continues Their Pioneering Environmental Work with the Forthcoming Launch of ECOLOGIC
LONDON, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- You wouldn't expect a small moving company to be the creator of revolutionary green technology which both increases customer service levels and reduces carbon emissions, but that is exactly what Cadogan Tate's South London based Eco Movers division has done.Already well known for pioneering the use of fully electric removals vehicles powered by renewable energy, after 12 months in development Eco Movers is launching its ground-breaking online customer service system, ECOLOGIC this month. This will revolutionize the way customers book their removal while minimising the pollution it creates.
ECOLOGIC is a unique web-based service which combines the best route-planning, GPS satellite tracking and mobile phone technologies linking them directly to the company's online estimating, flexible pricing, reservation and payment systems. Instead of having to make the time to telephone a traditional mover during weekday business hours, then take time off work to wait in for an estimator to call round and then wait yet longer for their quote to arrive, Eco Movers' customers can use this new service online 24/7 to suit their busy lifestyles. With a single visit to the company's website you can now get a quotation, book your move, order packing materials for next day delivery and pay online. Not only that, but you can even negotiate the price. Moving costs vary with booking levels and peak demand periods and if you want to save money you can easily and conveniently run your cursor over the calendar, find the cheapest time slot on offer and book it with a single click in one of the many areas in and around South West London including Wimbledon and Wandsworth.
Eco Movers is ISO 14001 (the international environmental responsibility standard) accredited and has the ambitious goal of going completely paperless by moving all its business systems online. ECOLOGIC links the company, its road crews, vans and customers by internet, wireless and handheld computer (PDA) making Eco Movers the first company in the removals industry to achieve almost total elimination of paper both on the road and in the office.
Zach Wright, digital development manager for Eco Movers says that "whilst our office team has always recycled all office paper ECOLOGIC has now almost completely removed the need to use paper as customers book moves and communicate online (although we do promise hand-on-heart not to use their details for marketing or any other purpose)."
ECOLOGIC PDA technology also acts as a Satnav and GPS location system. It can automatically notify customers by text or email when the removal van is ten minutes away from their home and once it leaves with their consignment on board they can track it online from collection to delivery. The same technology also allows the management software in ECOLOGIC to maximise effective route planning and vehicle use which ensures that fewer vehicles travel shorter distances to deliver the same number of consignments, reducing miles travelled and carbon emissions and customers can actually see on the website how much they have reduced their carbon footprint by using Eco Movers instead of a conventional moving company.
So for those customers looking for an efficient environmentally friendly removal, ECOLOGIC definitely makes carbon sense.
Notes to Editors
Eco Movers are a man and van company that specialise in the south London removals district covering areas such as Wandsworth, Fulham, Wimbledon, Clapham, Battersea and Balham Removals. All staff are security vetted via the Criminal Records Bureau and then undergo a rigorous training programme ensuring delivery of a professional and reliable service.
Eco Movers is committed to reducing its impact on the environment by employing a fleet of vehicles powered by low carbon and particulate emission technology including fully electric vehicles charged from 100% renewable electricity, the very latest Mercedes Euro 5 diesel engine retro-fitted with an electric hybrid unit and also the Ford transit LPG conversion. Even the packing materials that are used are recycled and are recyclable.
For more information, write to Eco Movers at Alpha House, 90A Durnsford Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 8HQ.
ESCORT Drives Into SEMA with all new PASSPORT iQ(TM) - The World's First Fully Integrated Driving Accessory Featuring Radar Detector, GPS Navigation and Much More
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- SEMA Show -- ESCORT Inc., the leading manufacturer of premium automotive electronic accessories and maker of the world's best radar and laser detectors, announces at the 2010 SEMA Show the release of the patented PASSPORT iQ(TM), the world's first and only driving accessory that integrates radar/laser detection and GPS navigation, and also provides important driving information, such as speed traps and speed limit data, in a single compact device.
"We are excited about providing the first convergence of state-of-the art radar and laser detection, 3D GPS navigation, red light and speed camera notifications, speed limit information, and much more," said John Larson, ESCORT President and CEO. "The PASSPORT iQ(TM) is your ultimate driving companion."
Debuting at SEMA (Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association), the revolutionary PASSPORT iQ(TM) will be on display along with the entire line of ESCORT's award-winning, premium mobile electronics products Nov. 2-5, booth # 11445 (North Hall). CEO John Larson and the ESCORT executive team will be in the ESCORT show booth in direct support of the product launch and will be communicating new product and company news to multiple radio/print/TV interviews.
ESCORT invites all show attendees to visit the booth and see the SEMA show's most revolutionary product, the PASSPORT iQ(TM). To help underscore the iQ(TM)'s launch, ESCORT has placed a 25' magnetic outdoor billboard on the SEMA Convention Center's North Hall and is inviting attendees to sign up for a drawing to win a new PASSPORT iQ(TM). New product demonstrations and interviews will be ongoing through the four day event.
ESCORT and Rahal Letterman--Le Mans Series Racing
In addition to showcasing and announcing the all new PASSPORT iQ(TM) and other premium automotive accessories, ESCORT is hosting a meet and great for SEMA Show attendees with two-time Indy 500 winner and International Motorsports Hall of Famer, Bobby Rahal. Mr. Rahal, President and CEO of the Bobby Rahal Automotive Group, is appearing in the ESCORT booth on Wednesday, beginning at 11 AM. ESCORT is a proud sponsor of the BMW Rahal Letterman Racing Team and will have a Team Rahal BMW race car in the booth.
The All-new PASSPORT iQ - Integrated Radar/Laser Detector, GPS NAV and much more
The new PASSPORT iQ(TM) sets the standard for protecting consumers from unwanted tickets and guiding them safely to their destination.
Assuming the form of contemporary GPS personal navigation devices, the new PASSPORT iQ(TM) is framed in landscape profile with a large 5-inch full-color touchscreen.
"ESCORT engineers were able to change the standard radar detector form by designing a radically new microwave antenna assembly," said Tim Coomer, ESCORT's Vice President of New Product Development. "Until the merging of these two major mobile technologies by ESCORT, drivers had no choice but to purchase and connect separate driving devices at the same time. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) accommodates and combines these technologies into one, easy-to-use device."
Never-ending innovation at ESCORT helps to support their increasing 85% share of category patents. With the new PASSPORT iQ(TM), ESCORT engineers have reached a new pinnacle of product development within the radar detector category.
"With our innovative product engineering and our strong patent portfolio, we are the only manufacturer able to provide drivers the opportunity to combine the key technologies of radar and laser protection, GPS navigation and important driving information in a single package," said Dave Smidebush, ESCORT Vice President of Marketing. "These integrated benefits can't be found in a PND, a smart phone, other portable devices or as an OEM option on new vehicles," he added.
The PASSPORT iQ(TM) is based on the PASSPORT 9500ix, ESCORT's award winning GPS-enabled windshield mount radar and laser detector. The new PASSPORT iQ(TM), with a 5" color touchscreen, takes radar detection to a new level by clearly providing drivers with their current speed and heading as well as speed limit information. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) conveniently provides warnings if speed limits change and drivers are exceeding the posted speed. In addition, the PASSPORT iQ(TM) clearly overlays red light cameras, speed cameras, and high risk speed traps on the navigation screen. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) features a user-friendly choice of visual and audio alerts and can be displayed in selectable formats and colors.
Like other premium ESCORT products such as the PASSPORT 9500ix and 9500ci, the PASSPORT iQ(TM) uses artificial intelligence and includes ESCORT's patented AutoLearn(TM) feature, which automatically identifies and analyzes all radar sources. This technology allows the PASSPORT iQ(TM) to determine which threats are real and automatically locks out those that are false, including automatic door openers, motion sensors, and other sources that cause competitor radar detectors to constantly false alert when no real threats actually exist.
In addition, the PASSPORT iQ(TM) comes with ESCORT's Defender(TM) Database, winner of the industry's leading data-accuracy test for threat locations. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) is USB-web ready for updating the Defender(TM) Database with the latest safety camera and speed trap locations.
The PASSPORT iQ(TM) offers easy-to-read 3D maps powered by NAVTEQ, voice-guided turn-by-turn directions and lane-assist--all of which provide comprehensive directions and updates for driving anywhere, anytime. Drivers can choose to use the PASSPORT iQ(TM) in the NAV mode with on-screen 3D mapping or select to display the PASSPORT iQ(TM) in the detector mode. In either format, drivers receive both visible and audible turn-by-turn directions to their mapped destination while always being protected from ticketing threats.
"Truly shifting the category forever, the PASSPORT iQ(TM) starts with industry leading protection of the PASSPORT 9500ix, adds the 5" color touchscreen display, provides speed limit information, over-speed alerts and more, while also integrating very intuitive, high-end navigation capability--all in one product. There quite simply is nothing else like it," Larson said. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) helps you drive smarter by providing all the information necessary to help you avoid unwanted tickets while safely guiding you to your destination.
The PASSPORT iQ(TM) Radar/Laser Detector with GPS navigation starts at $649.95. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) is compatible with ESCORT's ZR4(TM) Laser Shifting System, the ultimate laser protection, and ESCORT's line of detector driving accessories. The PASSPORT iQ(TM) includes a free 90-day subscription to ESCORT's Defender(TM) Database and comes with a 30-day, worry-free test drive standard with all ESCORT products.
All-new Solo S3 Cordless Portable Radar Detector
ESCORT has long held the lead in portable radar detection and has just announced the release of the all new PASSPORT Solo S3(TM) battery powered portable platform which highlights world class leading radar and laser detection in a cordless model. The new S3(TM) with improved performance, comes in a sleek package that easily travels everywhere you go. This portable model features all-band, 360-degree radar/laser detection, and high-efficiency power management that maximizes battery life, multiple user selectable features, a new high-resolution energy efficient OLED display and is compatible with ESCORT's optional SmartCord.
PASSPORT 9500 Series - the 9500ix(TM) Windshield Mount and the 9500ci(TM) Custom Installed Models
ESCORT developed the world's first Internet ready, GPS based radar detectors--the PASSPORT 9500ix(TM) windshield mount model and the PASSPORT 9500ci(TM) custom-installed version. Both models introduced the patented AutoLearn(TM) feature with artificial intelligence, now included in the all new PASSPORT iQ(TM), all models which use GPS technology to automatically eliminate false alerts by indexing their exact location and frequency. And the PASSPORT 9500ix(TM) and the 9500ci(TM) radar detectors also introduced the award-winning ESCORT Defender(TM) database, included in the PASSPORT iQ(TM), allowing the iQ, ix and ci models to identify and protect drivers against the fastest-growing threat drivers face today: the increasing numbers of speed traps and fixed-position speed and red-light cameras. This artificial intelligence makes the PASSPORT iQ(TM) and 9500 series radar detectors the most accurate and intelligent detectors on the road.
PASSPORT 8500 Qi45
The new Qi45(TM) radar detection system, available at Best Buy, is based on the award-winning PASSPORT 8500 X50(TM) radar detector platform. The Qi45(TM) Custom Installed Radar and Laser Detector continues ESCORT's industry leading role. Long known for effective radar detector innovation and patent producing designs, ESCORT created the new Qi45(TM) to offer customers a more comfortable price point for a custom-installed solution.
REDLiNE(TM)
No radar detector on the planet has longer detection range than the award winning ESCORT REDLiNE(TM) windshield mount radar detector. Designed specifically for hard-core, pedal-to-the-floor driver who needs to know about every signal at the longest possible range, the REDLiNE(TM) exceeds all current test range capability. "We tested the new REDLiNE(TM) at the Speed Measurement Labs annual shootout and they could not find a range long enough to measure the limits of its performance. The test range was limited to 13 miles!" said Coomer. REDLiNE(TM)'s incredible sensitivity can be attributed to its unique receiver design which incorporates a patented twin antennae system and dual LNA (low noise amplifiers). This technique allows it to maximize performance by band, providing the earliest warning possible.
Beyond Detectors
Within the past three years, ESCORT has dramatically moved beyond radar and laser detectors. SEMA show attendees will be able to see ESCORT's complete line of new premium automotive accessories including:
-- ESCORT Entourage PS (portable solution) and Entourage CIS
(custom-installed solution): GPS Personal Security products that can
keep tabs on the whereabouts of young children or track the location of
vehicles. The PS model incorporates an internal rechargeable battery,
providing up to seven days of coverage, and is portable enough to go
anywhere, while the Entourage CIS model is designed to be permanently
installed in a vehicle and offers additional features such as always-on
cellular communication, tamper-sensing capability and automated arming
and disarming with its wireless key fob. Optional vehicle monitoring
and recovery services are also available.
-- The New ESCORT Guardian Alert® Reverse Obstacle Detection System: In
spite of diligent drivers who check every mirror for obstacles before
shifting into reverse, backing-up accidents still occur, and account for
approximately 500 fatalities each year, most involving young children.
With consumer safety in mine, the new ESCORT Guardian Alert® Reverse
Obstacle Detection System gives drivers a tool that dramatically reduces
the risk associated with this unfortunate, but now preventable, everyday
event. Competitive systems typically use ultrasonic sound waves or
cameras, which can be subject to failure due to weather and road debris
issues such as sleet, rain, snow, mud, dust and dirt. The new ESCORT
Guardian Alert® Reverse Obstacle Detection System avoids all of these
issues by using Doppler microwave radar which provides excellent
performance in all environments.
-- ESCORT SmartMirror(TM): With convenience and safety in mind, the ESCORT
SmartMirror(TM) is a technology center that will change the way you look
at the road. This OEM replacement mirror features integrated GPS
navigation, Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone operation (compatible
phones) and a backup camera for added safety when operating your vehicle
in reverse.
-- ESCORT's Defender(TM) BlackBerry Smartphone App: The App can be
downloaded directly from the BlackBerry App World site. The
Defender(TM) application, like most BlackBerry Smartphone apps, is an
automatic installation. Once turned on, the Defender(TM) app works
continually to protect drivers instantaneously by using GPS navigation
and stored reliability points used as traffic alert information--the
data points are communicated to the BlackBerry Smartphone via the
BlackBerry mobile phone network so drivers are protected anywhere they
drive throughout North America. In a recent head-to-head test conducted
by RadarTest.com, the Defender(TM) database scored head and shoulder
above all other competitors for overall accuracy. According to
RadarTest.com, the Defender(TM) Database accurately identified 95% of
all camera locations tested, while the next closest competitor only
identified 66% of these locations.
For more information about the new PASSPORT iQ(TM), the new Solo S3(TM) cordless detector, PASSPORT 9500 Series radar detectors, REDLiNE, Entourage Security Products, Guardian Alert® Reverse Obstacle Detection Systems, SmartMirror and ESCORT's other premium automotive accessories, visit Escortinc.com or call 1.888.265.9391.
About ESCORT Inc.
ESCORT Inc. is the leading manufacturer of high-performance radar and laser detectors, Entourage GPS enabled navigation and tracking products and other Drive Smarter products. ESCORT manufactures products under the ESCORT, PASSPORT, REDLINE, SOLO, Vector and BELTRONICS brands. The company is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Editorial Contact:
Ron Gividen
513.870.8500
press@escortinc.com
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