Axsium Group Inc., North America's leading Workforce Management (WFM) consulting firm, is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations into international markets. Headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Axsium will continue to provide industry leading Workforce Management consulting services to overseas clients.
"The opening of this practice is yet another great achievement for Axsium," says Tim Lett, Managing Partner of Axsium Group. "The unparalleled success that we have realised to date has given us the experience, stability and opportunity to provide global clients with significant, measurable results"
Leading the EMEA business will be Kevin Keogh based out of the London office. Mr. Keogh brings with him almost 20 years of experience as a senior sales and business development executive in the Asia Pacific region providing services to start-ups, mature businesses and organisations experiencing rapid growth. Mr. Keogh has worked in a wide variety of sectors, including enterprise software, business process outsourcing, business intelligence, CRM, analytic applications and data warehousing. Most recently, Mr. Keogh served as the General Manager and Regional Vice President for Infor (formerly Workbrain), one of the world's leading Workforce Management enterprise software vendors. Overseeing the Asia Pacific region, Mr. Keogh took Workbrain from a start up to one of the fastest growing and profitable companies in Australia.
"I am excited to be joining Axsium Group as they launch their Workforce Management Consulting business in Europe. Being able to bring Axsium's experience and extend their proven leadership position into this market is timely," said Kevin Keogh, Managing Director for Axsium's EMEA practice. "We are already engaged with UK and European clients who are seeking to optimise their business as they look to get control of and better utilise one of their largest variable costs, their labour. Now, more than ever, businesses need to ensure execution of their corporate strategy at the front line. Backed by the most experienced consultants in the industry, advanced implementation technologies and unwavering commitment to innovation, we are focused on ensuring our customers and partners achieve these goals and we are building our local team with this as our charter."
"Kevin's vision of the future of WFM and its various software solutions is going to be extremely valuable for our overseas clients," said Lett. "With Kevin's proven track record to grow international operations, Axsium will no doubt experience the same remarkable growth we have experienced in North America."
About Axsium Group, Inc.
Axsium Group Inc., a division of Knightsbridge Human Capital Management, is the industry leader in Workforce Management consulting, dedicated to delivering business and technology advisory services to large, highly distributed organisations. With a singular focus on Workforce Management and thorough a combination of business and technology best practice expertise, Axsium clients access trusted business advisors and technology experts with unmatched experience. Axsium Group has implemented world-class workforce management solutions for companies such as American Eagle, Safeway, Cabela's, Bank of America, La Senza, Follett Corporation and Public Storage. For more information, visit www.axsiumgroup.com.
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Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Centric Consulting Becomes Information Builders Implementation Partner
Information Builders, the leader in operational business intelligence (BI) solutions, and Centric Consulting, Inc., a management and technology consulting company, today announced a partnership whereby both companies will work to promote services opportunities for Centric and software opportunities for Information Builders. Together they will provide fast time to market and strong return on investment for customers across the financial, government, logistics, retail, and utilities markets.
Centric provides BI technology consulting and implementation services, both strategic and tactical, to hundreds of organizations across the healthcare, financial, insurance, and U.S. federal, state, and local government sectors. With expertise in BI architecture design and implementation, data management programs focused on data quality, governance and stewardship, and master data management, Centric helps its clients achieve meaningful business performance improvements.
"As we continue to actively grow our BI practice, teaming up with Information Builders represents an important enhancement to our arsenal of leading packaged software applications," said Chad Caldwell, vice president, Centric Consulting. "We value Information Builders blend of experience and powerful, innovative technology. The joint opportunities we have had to date are a great indication of more success to come."
As an Information Builders implementation partner, Centric is committing time, resources, and expertise to provide joint customers high-quality services and support. It will offer project management, training, business-process redesign, proof-of-concept implementations, and systems integration to deliver powerful and repeatable solutions built with Information Builders applications and software. With Information Builders BI software offerings, Centric will enhance its capabilities in data warehouse, data marts, and ETL process design and development projects.
"Centric has a great team, deep deployment expertise, and an impressive track record," said Gerald Cohen, president and CEO of Information Builders. "This partnership provides our customers and prospective customers access to a seasoned team of consultants that can leverage WebFOCUS to get valuable BI applications up and running quickly."
About Information Builders
As a leading independent business intelligence (BI) company for the past 30 years, Information Builders has provided innovative solutions to more than 12,000 customers, including most of the Fortune 100 and numerous U.S. federal government agencies. The company's flagship WebFOCUS product is the world's most widely used BI platform. Its superior architecture and intuitive nature enables WebFOCUS to address the needs of everyone in the extended global enterprise -- executive, analytical, operational, and beyond. It provides the agility to adapt to changing business conditions with the security, scalability, and flexibility to support dozens to millions of users.
Unique to the company is the integration expertise it brings to the BI market. Information Builders iWay Software suite solves complex integration problems with pre-built components that require minimal custom programming. The award-winning combination of WebFOCUS and iWay gives Information Builders customers the ability to embrace the company motto: "Everyone Makes Decisions."
Information Builders is committed to customer service excellence with a Professional Services division that specializes in building custom applications using WebFOCUS and iWay Software. Headquartered in New York City with 90 offices worldwide, the company employs 1,450 people and has more than 350 business partners. Visit informationbuilders.com.
Centric provides BI technology consulting and implementation services, both strategic and tactical, to hundreds of organizations across the healthcare, financial, insurance, and U.S. federal, state, and local government sectors. With expertise in BI architecture design and implementation, data management programs focused on data quality, governance and stewardship, and master data management, Centric helps its clients achieve meaningful business performance improvements.
"As we continue to actively grow our BI practice, teaming up with Information Builders represents an important enhancement to our arsenal of leading packaged software applications," said Chad Caldwell, vice president, Centric Consulting. "We value Information Builders blend of experience and powerful, innovative technology. The joint opportunities we have had to date are a great indication of more success to come."
As an Information Builders implementation partner, Centric is committing time, resources, and expertise to provide joint customers high-quality services and support. It will offer project management, training, business-process redesign, proof-of-concept implementations, and systems integration to deliver powerful and repeatable solutions built with Information Builders applications and software. With Information Builders BI software offerings, Centric will enhance its capabilities in data warehouse, data marts, and ETL process design and development projects.
"Centric has a great team, deep deployment expertise, and an impressive track record," said Gerald Cohen, president and CEO of Information Builders. "This partnership provides our customers and prospective customers access to a seasoned team of consultants that can leverage WebFOCUS to get valuable BI applications up and running quickly."
About Information Builders
As a leading independent business intelligence (BI) company for the past 30 years, Information Builders has provided innovative solutions to more than 12,000 customers, including most of the Fortune 100 and numerous U.S. federal government agencies. The company's flagship WebFOCUS product is the world's most widely used BI platform. Its superior architecture and intuitive nature enables WebFOCUS to address the needs of everyone in the extended global enterprise -- executive, analytical, operational, and beyond. It provides the agility to adapt to changing business conditions with the security, scalability, and flexibility to support dozens to millions of users.
Unique to the company is the integration expertise it brings to the BI market. Information Builders iWay Software suite solves complex integration problems with pre-built components that require minimal custom programming. The award-winning combination of WebFOCUS and iWay gives Information Builders customers the ability to embrace the company motto: "Everyone Makes Decisions."
Information Builders is committed to customer service excellence with a Professional Services division that specializes in building custom applications using WebFOCUS and iWay Software. Headquartered in New York City with 90 offices worldwide, the company employs 1,450 people and has more than 350 business partners. Visit informationbuilders.com.
IT Consulting Firm Neoris Reports Significant Increase in its International Business
Neoris, a proven leader in business and IT consulting in Latin America, today announced that its international division has grown over 25% in 2008 fueled by significant new client wins and an expanded presence in the US, Europe and Middle East/Africa.
During the year, Neoris secured several key contracts with major companies
in these geographies including:
-- A multi-year contract to develop, implement and run, on a 5-year
outsourcing mode, all IT systems and operations for a major European virtual
network operator. Deployment will take place in both Spain and France.
-- The deployment of a state of the art human resources system for two
Comunidades Autonomas in Spain.
-- Key business consulting engagement for one of the largest
telecommunication operators in the Middle East.
-- Nearshore outsourcing services for one of the largest US based
semiconductor manufacturers.
-- An expanded e-commerce software development and support for a large
home improvement retailer in the US.
In 2008, Neoris was ranked among the Top 10 Best Performing IT Service
Providers in the Global Services 100 and made it to the Top 50 list of Best
Managed Global Outsourcing Vendors published by Brown & Wilson, in a ranking
that is based strictly on responses from client surveys.
Neoris achieved several milestones with SAP throughout the year:
SAP AG awarded Neoris' ActiveSuite(TM) Direct Store Delivery solution with
its Powered by SAP NetWeaver status. Neoris was also recognized with the
Strategic Reference Award for its work managing a MDM implementation for one
of the leading companies in the world serving the automotive and construction
industries. Neoris also received the ASUG Impact Award for a MII integration
project for one of the largest fertilizer companies in the world.
Industry analysts have also acknowledged Neoris for its recent
achievements. Forrester Research recognized Neoris as a "strong performer" in
a report, titled "Forrester Wave: SAP Implementation Providers", which
evaluated the top 16 global vendors.
Neoris once again ranked among Latin America's top IT consultancies.
Neoris remained in the number two spot in IT consulting and jumped to the
number two spot in Systems Integration, according to IDC research, outpacing
Latin America's overall growth.
"We continue to improve upon our core strengths and remain focused on our
client's needs," said Claudio Muruzabal, Neoris' CEO. "Even under the current
market circumstances we were able to achieve good results in terms of revenue
and also in cost reduction. This allowed us to uphold our financial
commitments to our shareholders, which will be essential to continue our
expansion in the U.S. and European markets," stated Muruzabal.
About Neoris
Neoris is a global business and IT consulting company that specializes in
nearshore outsourcing, value-added consulting, and emerging technologies.
Neoris is the largest IT consulting and systems integration company in Mexico
and the second largest in Latin America. Neoris offers systems integration,
custom application development, IT consulting, and software deployment and
support solutions. The company is a leading provider of nearshore outsourcing
services through a global delivery model leveraging six worldwide software
development centers. In 2008, Neoris was ranked among the Top 10 Best
Performing IT Service Providers in the Global Services 100. Headquartered in
Miami (FL), Neoris has operations in the US, Europe, Latin America, Africa,
and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.neoris.com.
During the year, Neoris secured several key contracts with major companies
in these geographies including:
-- A multi-year contract to develop, implement and run, on a 5-year
outsourcing mode, all IT systems and operations for a major European virtual
network operator. Deployment will take place in both Spain and France.
-- The deployment of a state of the art human resources system for two
Comunidades Autonomas in Spain.
-- Key business consulting engagement for one of the largest
telecommunication operators in the Middle East.
-- Nearshore outsourcing services for one of the largest US based
semiconductor manufacturers.
-- An expanded e-commerce software development and support for a large
home improvement retailer in the US.
In 2008, Neoris was ranked among the Top 10 Best Performing IT Service
Providers in the Global Services 100 and made it to the Top 50 list of Best
Managed Global Outsourcing Vendors published by Brown & Wilson, in a ranking
that is based strictly on responses from client surveys.
Neoris achieved several milestones with SAP throughout the year:
SAP AG awarded Neoris' ActiveSuite(TM) Direct Store Delivery solution with
its Powered by SAP NetWeaver status. Neoris was also recognized with the
Strategic Reference Award for its work managing a MDM implementation for one
of the leading companies in the world serving the automotive and construction
industries. Neoris also received the ASUG Impact Award for a MII integration
project for one of the largest fertilizer companies in the world.
Industry analysts have also acknowledged Neoris for its recent
achievements. Forrester Research recognized Neoris as a "strong performer" in
a report, titled "Forrester Wave: SAP Implementation Providers", which
evaluated the top 16 global vendors.
Neoris once again ranked among Latin America's top IT consultancies.
Neoris remained in the number two spot in IT consulting and jumped to the
number two spot in Systems Integration, according to IDC research, outpacing
Latin America's overall growth.
"We continue to improve upon our core strengths and remain focused on our
client's needs," said Claudio Muruzabal, Neoris' CEO. "Even under the current
market circumstances we were able to achieve good results in terms of revenue
and also in cost reduction. This allowed us to uphold our financial
commitments to our shareholders, which will be essential to continue our
expansion in the U.S. and European markets," stated Muruzabal.
About Neoris
Neoris is a global business and IT consulting company that specializes in
nearshore outsourcing, value-added consulting, and emerging technologies.
Neoris is the largest IT consulting and systems integration company in Mexico
and the second largest in Latin America. Neoris offers systems integration,
custom application development, IT consulting, and software deployment and
support solutions. The company is a leading provider of nearshore outsourcing
services through a global delivery model leveraging six worldwide software
development centers. In 2008, Neoris was ranked among the Top 10 Best
Performing IT Service Providers in the Global Services 100. Headquartered in
Miami (FL), Neoris has operations in the US, Europe, Latin America, Africa,
and the Middle East. For more information, visit www.neoris.com.
Swedish Technical Consulting Group Rejlerkoncernen AB Wins Invoice Management Contract from Statoil Norway AS in Sweden
Swedish technical consulting group Rejlerkoncernen AB (Rejlers Group) (OMX Stockholm:REJL B) said on Wednesday (28 January) that its subsidiary Rejlers EnergiTjanster has received a invoice management contract from Statoil Norway AS, the energy trading business of StatoilHydro ASA (OSE:STL) (NYSE:STO).
The contract covers management of invoicing of Statoil's electricity customers in Sweden and includes control of structural reports and supply of meter readings.
The value of the contract was not disclosed.
Rejlers Group, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, provides engineering consulting services in Sweden and Finland. The company has over 800 employees and reported revenue of SEK651m in 2007.
The contract covers management of invoicing of Statoil's electricity customers in Sweden and includes control of structural reports and supply of meter readings.
The value of the contract was not disclosed.
Rejlers Group, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, provides engineering consulting services in Sweden and Finland. The company has over 800 employees and reported revenue of SEK651m in 2007.
Verdantix: Obama Policies Trigger Climate Change Consulting Gold Rush
During 2009 consulting firms that fail to establish their climate change expertise will miss out on the biggest opportunity in the consulting market for 20 years, according to independent research from Verdantix. The ground-breaking analysis of the US climate change consulting market applies 56 evaluation criteria to assess 19 consulting and professional services firms including Bain, CH2M Hill, Deloitte, ENVIRON, ERM, ICF, McKinsey and PwC.
"Despite the downturn, demand for climate change consulting is surging. President Obama's climate change agenda, cost savings from energy efficiency and an widening expertise gap drive demand" said David Metcalfe, author of the report. "Our analysis reveals that environmental, accounting, IT and management consultants are scrambling to upgrade their climate change services."
The research, based on dozens of interviews with practice leaders and 15 buyers of consulting services, uses the Verdantix Green Quadrant(R) methodology to clarify the alternatives in a confusing and fast-changing market. The analysis finds that:
Seven consulting firms stand out as Leaders. CH2M Hill and McKinsey stand out - even among the leaders - due to the breadth and depth of their capabilities and proven track record over the last 2 years. Deloitte and PwC, and environmental consultancies ENVIRON, ERM and ICF International are also positioned in the Leaders Quadrant. Consulting firms with specialist skills will benefit in 2009. Buyers of consulting services should turn to Ernst & Young for cleantech advice, AT Kearney for sustainability strategy projects and Booz for climate change strategy. Blu Skye and GreenOrder are ideal choices for change programs. PA Consulting Group has the capability to deliver transformational energy efficiency programs. Many advisors need to bulk up their climate change expertise. Not all consulting firms have invested in the development of their climate change services. Notably Bain, BCG and KPMG US have done little to market their capabilities and credentials on sustainability and climate change.
"Our independent customer panel told us that carbon management is their top priority: 73 per cent identified it as a significant initiative" said Verdantix Director, Metcalfe. "In 2008, sixty per cent of the buyers of climate change advice we spoke with, all working for $5 billion revenue US firms, said they invested in climate change strategy advice and greenhouse gas inventory projects. In 2009, energy efficiency is top of the agenda."
The analysis concludes that buyers of sustainability consulting projects will need to select a portfolio of advisory partners due to the wide-ranging challenges triggered by sustainability and climate change.
"As President Obama's energy and climate change policies become clearer, large corporates and their professional advisors must be ready to act" continued Metcalfe. "Consulting firms must hire, strengthen and market their capabilities - or miss out on the dramatic growth which is sure to come in 2010."
About Verdantix Verdantix is an independent business research firm focused on climate change, carbon markets and business sustainability.
"Despite the downturn, demand for climate change consulting is surging. President Obama's climate change agenda, cost savings from energy efficiency and an widening expertise gap drive demand" said David Metcalfe, author of the report. "Our analysis reveals that environmental, accounting, IT and management consultants are scrambling to upgrade their climate change services."
The research, based on dozens of interviews with practice leaders and 15 buyers of consulting services, uses the Verdantix Green Quadrant(R) methodology to clarify the alternatives in a confusing and fast-changing market. The analysis finds that:
Seven consulting firms stand out as Leaders. CH2M Hill and McKinsey stand out - even among the leaders - due to the breadth and depth of their capabilities and proven track record over the last 2 years. Deloitte and PwC, and environmental consultancies ENVIRON, ERM and ICF International are also positioned in the Leaders Quadrant. Consulting firms with specialist skills will benefit in 2009. Buyers of consulting services should turn to Ernst & Young for cleantech advice, AT Kearney for sustainability strategy projects and Booz for climate change strategy. Blu Skye and GreenOrder are ideal choices for change programs. PA Consulting Group has the capability to deliver transformational energy efficiency programs. Many advisors need to bulk up their climate change expertise. Not all consulting firms have invested in the development of their climate change services. Notably Bain, BCG and KPMG US have done little to market their capabilities and credentials on sustainability and climate change.
"Our independent customer panel told us that carbon management is their top priority: 73 per cent identified it as a significant initiative" said Verdantix Director, Metcalfe. "In 2008, sixty per cent of the buyers of climate change advice we spoke with, all working for $5 billion revenue US firms, said they invested in climate change strategy advice and greenhouse gas inventory projects. In 2009, energy efficiency is top of the agenda."
The analysis concludes that buyers of sustainability consulting projects will need to select a portfolio of advisory partners due to the wide-ranging challenges triggered by sustainability and climate change.
"As President Obama's energy and climate change policies become clearer, large corporates and their professional advisors must be ready to act" continued Metcalfe. "Consulting firms must hire, strengthen and market their capabilities - or miss out on the dramatic growth which is sure to come in 2010."
About Verdantix Verdantix is an independent business research firm focused on climate change, carbon markets and business sustainability.
Technology Consulting Firm ProSource Development Acquires nFocus Technologies
ProSource Development has acquired nFocus Technologies and today announced the companies will be merging to enhance their joint commitment to provide strategic, cost effective solutions to the global Microsoft user community. ProSource Development is a respected partner in the Microsoft Dynamics AX space known for their custom application development services and global implementations and upgrades. The company also delivers Microsoft Office SharePoint and Microsoft Dynamics CRM. nFocus Technologies has been a Microsoft Presidents Club member as well as being ranked on Inc. Magazine's list of the top 5000 fastest growing companies. nFocus is known for their exceptional expertise with Microsoft Dynamics AX and a strong focus on industrial equipment manufacturing, multi-channel fulfillment and professional services. Both companies are Microsoft Gold Certified Partners.
The newly merged company will do business under the name ProSource and will continue to be managed by ProSource Development CEO Rick Zipf who states: "This is a great time to be a client or employee of the new ProSource. The merger of these two successful companies will result in greater service to our clients through additional vertical offerings, deeper expertise and even higher efficiencies through our Romanian and Chinese development centers, savings that will be passed on to our clients; a true value-add in these challenging economic times."
"nFocus Technologies is pleased to join such a knowledgeable and value driven team at ProSource Development" said Sherry Turk, Managing Director of nFocus Technologies and Vice President at ProSource. Together we are able to provide unparalleled service to our clients while allowing us to achieve larger strategic goals".
ProSource will employ staff globally with headquarters in Chicago, IL. ProSource will focus on clients in the mid and upper mid-market to provide solutions that will enable their clients to be more productive, operate more efficiently and lower costs tied to business management activities. Key technologies delivered by ProSource include Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server.
"ProSource seeks not to be the largest Microsoft Dynamics partner but the most respected" said Brad Dennison Managing Director of nFocus Technologies and newly appointed COO at ProSource. "We hope to quickly achieve a rank among the Microsoft Inner Circle. Client satisfaction is our top priority and our team members will be rewarded for client reference ability and satisfaction indexes. Our goal is to meet the unique needs of our individual clients to help them realize a faster return on their technology investments."
About ProSource Development
ProSource Development is a global technology consulting and software development company specializing in ERP, CRM and Microsoft Enterprise Platform Solutions. Our clients span the globe and include other Microsoft partners as well as Independent Software Vendors. As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner we are dedicated to developing extremely cost effective products and services that will give our clients a competitive edge while helping them reduce costs and deliver world class expertise to their clients.
About nFocus Technologies
nFocus Technologies, Inc. is the Midwest's leading provider of industry-specific, Microsoft-based business solutions. The company specifically focuses on helping mid-market businesses that are in a stage of transition and growth. nFocus can rapidly implement the Microsoft Dynamics AX software "out of the box," but excels in tailoring the solution for these industries: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution, Contract Manufacturing, Distribution and Service, and Professional Services, among others. The organization's industry-leading time to completion reduces downtime, allowing clients to quickly return to business with increased productivity and improved efficiency.
The newly merged company will do business under the name ProSource and will continue to be managed by ProSource Development CEO Rick Zipf who states: "This is a great time to be a client or employee of the new ProSource. The merger of these two successful companies will result in greater service to our clients through additional vertical offerings, deeper expertise and even higher efficiencies through our Romanian and Chinese development centers, savings that will be passed on to our clients; a true value-add in these challenging economic times."
"nFocus Technologies is pleased to join such a knowledgeable and value driven team at ProSource Development" said Sherry Turk, Managing Director of nFocus Technologies and Vice President at ProSource. Together we are able to provide unparalleled service to our clients while allowing us to achieve larger strategic goals".
ProSource will employ staff globally with headquarters in Chicago, IL. ProSource will focus on clients in the mid and upper mid-market to provide solutions that will enable their clients to be more productive, operate more efficiently and lower costs tied to business management activities. Key technologies delivered by ProSource include Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server.
"ProSource seeks not to be the largest Microsoft Dynamics partner but the most respected" said Brad Dennison Managing Director of nFocus Technologies and newly appointed COO at ProSource. "We hope to quickly achieve a rank among the Microsoft Inner Circle. Client satisfaction is our top priority and our team members will be rewarded for client reference ability and satisfaction indexes. Our goal is to meet the unique needs of our individual clients to help them realize a faster return on their technology investments."
About ProSource Development
ProSource Development is a global technology consulting and software development company specializing in ERP, CRM and Microsoft Enterprise Platform Solutions. Our clients span the globe and include other Microsoft partners as well as Independent Software Vendors. As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner we are dedicated to developing extremely cost effective products and services that will give our clients a competitive edge while helping them reduce costs and deliver world class expertise to their clients.
About nFocus Technologies
nFocus Technologies, Inc. is the Midwest's leading provider of industry-specific, Microsoft-based business solutions. The company specifically focuses on helping mid-market businesses that are in a stage of transition and growth. nFocus can rapidly implement the Microsoft Dynamics AX software "out of the box," but excels in tailoring the solution for these industries: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution, Contract Manufacturing, Distribution and Service, and Professional Services, among others. The organization's industry-leading time to completion reduces downtime, allowing clients to quickly return to business with increased productivity and improved efficiency.
Consulting Firm Astoundry Named the Best Place to Work in Texas
Astoundry, a leading full service information technology consulting company, today announced the company is number one in the small business category on 100 Top Places to Work for in Texas list. The fourth annual 100 Best Places to Work program recognizes the best employers in the state, the ones who make it a priority to create better workplaces for their employees.
Astoundry, who placed second in last year's competition, earned this year's top honors for its humorous approach to employee recognition with the annual "Cheesy Employee" awards, its generous profit sharing and employee ownership, and the bonuses the company provides for teams and individuals upon the successful completion of projects. Other distinguishing programs include constant mentoring and employee growth plans, free babysitting for company events, time off for charity work, and Astoundry's willingness to fly employee's families to company events.
"We feel privileged to top the list of the Best Places to Work in Texas," said Kevin Hanratty, President and Chief Service Officer of Astoundry. "Providing exceptional service to our clients is the foundation of Astoundry as this dedication to our clients starts with an equal dedication to our employees and our community. Being named to the top of the list simply supports this dedication"
The Best Places to Work for in Texas list is selected by The Texas Association of Business, the Texas State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, and Best Companies Group and based on a two-part survey which comprises an in-depth look at the company's policies and procedures and an in-depth survey of the employees.
The list is comprised of 100 companies split into three categories: 32 small-sized companies (25-74 employees), 32 medium-sized companies (75-249 employees) and 30 large-sized companies (250 and more employees). The rankings are in the February 2009 issue of TEXAS MONTHLY and the ranked companies will be recognized at a gala awards luncheon on January 28tht in Austin, where Governor Rick Perry will give the keynote.
About Astoundry
Astoundry is a full service information technology consulting company. Astoundry blends local consulting services, assessment, and project management with custom software development. This hybrid model enables I.T. teams to have local and experienced project managers supported by a team of world-class software developers. Astoundry delivers the team, the talent and the consistent quality of service to ensure their clients have the ability to meet their goals every time.
For more information visit www.astoundry.com
Astoundry, who placed second in last year's competition, earned this year's top honors for its humorous approach to employee recognition with the annual "Cheesy Employee" awards, its generous profit sharing and employee ownership, and the bonuses the company provides for teams and individuals upon the successful completion of projects. Other distinguishing programs include constant mentoring and employee growth plans, free babysitting for company events, time off for charity work, and Astoundry's willingness to fly employee's families to company events.
"We feel privileged to top the list of the Best Places to Work in Texas," said Kevin Hanratty, President and Chief Service Officer of Astoundry. "Providing exceptional service to our clients is the foundation of Astoundry as this dedication to our clients starts with an equal dedication to our employees and our community. Being named to the top of the list simply supports this dedication"
The Best Places to Work for in Texas list is selected by The Texas Association of Business, the Texas State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management, and Best Companies Group and based on a two-part survey which comprises an in-depth look at the company's policies and procedures and an in-depth survey of the employees.
The list is comprised of 100 companies split into three categories: 32 small-sized companies (25-74 employees), 32 medium-sized companies (75-249 employees) and 30 large-sized companies (250 and more employees). The rankings are in the February 2009 issue of TEXAS MONTHLY and the ranked companies will be recognized at a gala awards luncheon on January 28tht in Austin, where Governor Rick Perry will give the keynote.
About Astoundry
Astoundry is a full service information technology consulting company. Astoundry blends local consulting services, assessment, and project management with custom software development. This hybrid model enables I.T. teams to have local and experienced project managers supported by a team of world-class software developers. Astoundry delivers the team, the talent and the consistent quality of service to ensure their clients have the ability to meet their goals every time.
For more information visit www.astoundry.com
Management Consulting Firm Combines Former Practices of Martin S. McDermut, CPA, and James F. Davidson, CTP, CFE, CPA, CFF
JAMES F DAVIDSON, CTP, CFE, CPA/CFF, CM&AA and MARTIN S. MCDERMUT, CPA, have combined their former practices into the professional consulting firm of Avant Advisory Group. The firm is a spin-off and affiliated with other Avant firms previously managed by Mr. Davidson. Avant’s highly practiced strategic, operating, and financial executives from some of the most prestigious consulting firms and companies provide preeminent management consulting and executive advisory services to clients that include public companies, middle market and emerging growth companies. Management, investors, capital providers, and other professionals, including attorneys, trustees, receivers, creditor committees, secured lenders, and other parties all benefit from the firm’s services.
Mr. McDermut brings 30 years of senior executive experience in all phases of finance, accounting, administrative, and general management. As both Chief Financial Officer and a Partner with “Big Four” CPA firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, he served numerous public and private companies with multi-state and international operations. In addition to partner in charge of PwC’s Entrepreneurial Advisory Services Group, Mr. McDermut also served in the Auditing Directorate of PwC’s National Office.
As Managing Director, Mr. McDermut’s practice emphasizes the firm’s C-Suite executive and CFO services that include banking, accounting and finance department systems and internal controls, HR and IT areas. His focus supports the firm’s clients in improving their profitability and cash flow, business planning, strategic management, financial analysis, general and cost accounting, managerial and financial reporting, Sarbanes Oxley 404, credit and collections, forecasting, inventory control, asset and working capital management, risk assessment, insurance, and benefit plan administration.
Mr. Davidson is also a former “Big Four” CPA from PwC. He brings significant senior executive experience as CEO, COO, CFO, CAO, corporate controller, secretary-treasurer/finance, and board of director from public and private firms ranging entrepreneurial to multi-billion dollar size. Mr. Davidson holds professional certifications as a CTP (Certified Turnaround Professional), CM&AA (Certified Merger & Acquisitions Advisor), CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics) and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner). Also, as Managing Director, his primary responsibilities encompass the firm’s niche specialization areas over:
With offices located in Los Angeles and Newport Beach, California, and as a global practice, the mission of Avant Advisory Group is to leverage trust and confidence in the firm’s services to create value and enhance each client’s success.
Mr. McDermut brings 30 years of senior executive experience in all phases of finance, accounting, administrative, and general management. As both Chief Financial Officer and a Partner with “Big Four” CPA firm PricewaterhouseCoopers, he served numerous public and private companies with multi-state and international operations. In addition to partner in charge of PwC’s Entrepreneurial Advisory Services Group, Mr. McDermut also served in the Auditing Directorate of PwC’s National Office.
As Managing Director, Mr. McDermut’s practice emphasizes the firm’s C-Suite executive and CFO services that include banking, accounting and finance department systems and internal controls, HR and IT areas. His focus supports the firm’s clients in improving their profitability and cash flow, business planning, strategic management, financial analysis, general and cost accounting, managerial and financial reporting, Sarbanes Oxley 404, credit and collections, forecasting, inventory control, asset and working capital management, risk assessment, insurance, and benefit plan administration.
Mr. Davidson is also a former “Big Four” CPA from PwC. He brings significant senior executive experience as CEO, COO, CFO, CAO, corporate controller, secretary-treasurer/finance, and board of director from public and private firms ranging entrepreneurial to multi-billion dollar size. Mr. Davidson holds professional certifications as a CTP (Certified Turnaround Professional), CM&AA (Certified Merger & Acquisitions Advisor), CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics) and CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner). Also, as Managing Director, his primary responsibilities encompass the firm’s niche specialization areas over:
- Turnarounds, restructurings, and bankruptcies
- Forensics, fraud investigations, and litigation support
- Mergers, acquisitions, and capital transactions
With offices located in Los Angeles and Newport Beach, California, and as a global practice, the mission of Avant Advisory Group is to leverage trust and confidence in the firm’s services to create value and enhance each client’s success.
B4 Consulting and CRP Solutions, Both SAP Partners, Announce Cooperative Marketing Agreement for CoreMed
B4 Consulting, Inc., a leading provider of software and services in support of SAP® solutions in the mid-market, and CRP Solutions, Inc., a long-term provider of services and solutions in support of SAP solutions, today announced they have signed a co-marketing agreement for the sales and distribution of CoreMed, CRP's qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solution for medical devices. Qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solutions are preconfigured, industry-specific versions of the SAP ERP application combined with SAP Best Practice offerings, enabling streamlined operations, lower costs and a proven path to growth.
"We are excited to be partnering with CRP in bringing their qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solution to medical device manufactures and distributors in key US and international markets where B4 Consulting has a presence," said Klaus Schottenhamel, president and CEO of B4 Consulting. CoreMed is a proven solution that enriches our software and services portfolio. Our agreement with CRP demonstrates the value of the SAP partner ecosystem in which we effectively leverage each other's strengths to advance SAP solutions for small and midsized companies as well as large-enterprises subsidiary models."
"B4 Consulting is expert in selling and implementing SAP solutions in the mid-market and subsidiaries of large enterprises so we are eager to do some great work with them," noted Traci Oliver, principal of CRP Solutions. "Moreover, B4 shares our commitment to excellence in SAP solution implementations and customer satisfaction, and we're confident B4's market reach will help extend the value of CoreMed to the medical device community."
CoreMed Features
CoreMed, based on the SAP Business All-in-One solution, offers rapid implementation for growing companies in the business of manufacturing, distributing and servicing equipment used in all facets of medical delivery, monitoring and processing. Designed for companies subject to FDA oversight, CoreMed enables companies to track product serialization over extended product lifecycles. The solution focuses on core processes to track products from initial manufacturing and/or acquisition through sales and distribution, service management, contract management, settlement of repair revenue and costs, and financial and profitability analysis for service activities. CoreMed is priced and packaged to meet the distinct requirements of small-, medium-, and large-sized manufacturing organizations.
About B4 Consulting, Inc.
A gold-level SAP channel partner, B4 Consulting integrates business processes and technologies globally for customers who want enhanced results from their SAP solutions. With professional services for Business Performance Management, Implementation and System Integration, and Application Management, B4 helps mid-sized companies and large enterprises optimize profits and throughput to enhance business performance. B4 is authorized to resell and implement the entire suite of SAP solutions for the mid-market, including the SAP Business One, SAP Business All-in-One, SAP Business All-in-One fast-start program, and SAP BusinessObjects™. Headquartered in Greater Boston (MA), B4 is an SCS company with a global footprint that extends throughout the U.S. (Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, New York City, and Mountain View) as well as 50 countries throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.K.
About CRP Solutions
An SAP services partner and SAP channel partner, CRP Solutions provides dedicated, reliable, experienced service in support of core SAP business solutions. Since its founding in 1999, CRP has provided services in core SAP business solutions including Project Office Deployment, Business Intelligence and industry solutions based on SAP Business All-in-One. CRP Solutions works with all sizes of companies to enhance and optimize SAP Business Suite software. CRP is authorized to resell and implement SAP solutions for the mid-market, including SAP Business All-in-One and SAP Business Objects solutions (as a gold-level reseller). Additionally CRP has signed agreements with SAP for professional services, consulting services and training. CRP is headquartered in Englewood, CO. URL: www.crpsolutions.com
"We are excited to be partnering with CRP in bringing their qualified SAP Business All-in-One partner solution to medical device manufactures and distributors in key US and international markets where B4 Consulting has a presence," said Klaus Schottenhamel, president and CEO of B4 Consulting. CoreMed is a proven solution that enriches our software and services portfolio. Our agreement with CRP demonstrates the value of the SAP partner ecosystem in which we effectively leverage each other's strengths to advance SAP solutions for small and midsized companies as well as large-enterprises subsidiary models."
"B4 Consulting is expert in selling and implementing SAP solutions in the mid-market and subsidiaries of large enterprises so we are eager to do some great work with them," noted Traci Oliver, principal of CRP Solutions. "Moreover, B4 shares our commitment to excellence in SAP solution implementations and customer satisfaction, and we're confident B4's market reach will help extend the value of CoreMed to the medical device community."
CoreMed Features
CoreMed, based on the SAP Business All-in-One solution, offers rapid implementation for growing companies in the business of manufacturing, distributing and servicing equipment used in all facets of medical delivery, monitoring and processing. Designed for companies subject to FDA oversight, CoreMed enables companies to track product serialization over extended product lifecycles. The solution focuses on core processes to track products from initial manufacturing and/or acquisition through sales and distribution, service management, contract management, settlement of repair revenue and costs, and financial and profitability analysis for service activities. CoreMed is priced and packaged to meet the distinct requirements of small-, medium-, and large-sized manufacturing organizations.
About B4 Consulting, Inc.
A gold-level SAP channel partner, B4 Consulting integrates business processes and technologies globally for customers who want enhanced results from their SAP solutions. With professional services for Business Performance Management, Implementation and System Integration, and Application Management, B4 helps mid-sized companies and large enterprises optimize profits and throughput to enhance business performance. B4 is authorized to resell and implement the entire suite of SAP solutions for the mid-market, including the SAP Business One, SAP Business All-in-One, SAP Business All-in-One fast-start program, and SAP BusinessObjects™. Headquartered in Greater Boston (MA), B4 is an SCS company with a global footprint that extends throughout the U.S. (Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, New York City, and Mountain View) as well as 50 countries throughout Asia, Europe, and the U.K.
About CRP Solutions
An SAP services partner and SAP channel partner, CRP Solutions provides dedicated, reliable, experienced service in support of core SAP business solutions. Since its founding in 1999, CRP has provided services in core SAP business solutions including Project Office Deployment, Business Intelligence and industry solutions based on SAP Business All-in-One. CRP Solutions works with all sizes of companies to enhance and optimize SAP Business Suite software. CRP is authorized to resell and implement SAP solutions for the mid-market, including SAP Business All-in-One and SAP Business Objects solutions (as a gold-level reseller). Additionally CRP has signed agreements with SAP for professional services, consulting services and training. CRP is headquartered in Englewood, CO. URL: www.crpsolutions.com
Security, Technology Experts Join 2009 Intransa Advisory Board
Intransa, the leader in video surveillance data management and retention for physical security, today announced new appointments to its key leadership advisory body. The seven-member Intransa Advisory Board (IAB) is composed of thought leaders in the security, video and information technology industries.
“The Advisory Board has proven to be a crucial resource to Intransa, directly impacting our product development, distribution, support and market outreach,” said Jeff Whitney, vice president of marketing at Intransa and returning chair of the IAB. “The group works directly with our entire executive and technical leadership, providing valuable direction that benefits our customers and business partners worldwide.”
“This year’s outstanding IAB will bring more impact than ever before,” agreed Bud Broomhead, CEO of Intransa. “The skills and experience of the group is unmatched, at a time when our partnerships and customer base are multiplying exponentially.”
IAB members bring extensive skills to Intransa in leading security, integration, consulting, information management, and technology entities, with direct, hands-on experience in bringing breakthrough products to market and supporting rapidly growing companies such as Intransa.
The first full meeting of the 2009 IAB took place earlier in January 2009, and included shared sessions of the entire group with Intransa executive and technical leadership. The event, and follow-on dinner, coincided with the Intransa worldwide sales kickoff, held at Intransa’s corporate headquarter campus in San Jose, California.
Intransa’s smart, scalable CCTV DVR upgrades and all-IP surveillance solutions reach the market through StorPartner Program distributors, dealers, integrators and OEMs worldwide. For more information on the IAB or Intransa, please go to www.intransa.com.
About Intransa
Intransa, Inc. is the leading innovator of video surveillance data management and retention solutions for physical security. For new all-IP installations or for smart, scalable CCTV upgrades that benefit surveillance systems with one or more DVRs, Intransa security-grade video solutions increase reliability and video retention, providing critical information to security practitioners, and dramatically reducing physical security cost.
Beginning as a spin-off from Fortune 500 company and networking pioneer 3Com, Intransa customers have benefited worldwide since 2003. Intransa’s ground-breaking Video Storage Administrator (VSA) eliminates the need for extensive IT knowledge and security operator retraining, while delivering all the benefits of IP technology to existing CCTV systems and new IP-based deployments. The Intransa Sharable Security Platform enables physical security vendors to deploy their solutions without complicated server technology that can add cost and complexity, while leveraging the full line of Intransa shared, external retention solutions designed for physical security.
Advanced, patented Intransa technology is certified with over 100 physical security, imaging and IT applications by the StorAlliance Technology Labs, including DVRs, NVRs, video management systems, IP and surveillance cameras, physical security information managers, infrastructure providers, video analytics, physical security utilities, authentication, access control, imaging, and biometrics.
Intransa believes in and supports industry standards and green technology. A member of the Security Industry Association, the American Correctional Association, The Green Grid consortium for advancing energy efficiency in computing ecosystems, and the Storage Networking Industry Association and its Green Storage Initiative, Intransa employees are also supporters of ASIS International and the ASIS Physical Security Council.
Intransa physical security solutions benefit customers worldwide in an ever growing mix of hotels and casinos, correctional facilities, police departments and law enforcement agencies, financial institutions and insurance providers, airports, hospitals and medical centers, managed service providers, telecommunications vendors, retailers and shopping centers, auto dealers, transit authorities, ports and shipping hubs, pharmaceutical makers, Native American organizations, colleges, universities and school districts, digital entertainment providers, energy, utilities and resources companies, and a wide variety of government users.
For more information about Intransa, to locate a StorPartner offering Intransa solutions, or to join the StorAlliance Technology Partner program, please visit us at www.intransa.com.
“The Advisory Board has proven to be a crucial resource to Intransa, directly impacting our product development, distribution, support and market outreach,” said Jeff Whitney, vice president of marketing at Intransa and returning chair of the IAB. “The group works directly with our entire executive and technical leadership, providing valuable direction that benefits our customers and business partners worldwide.”
“This year’s outstanding IAB will bring more impact than ever before,” agreed Bud Broomhead, CEO of Intransa. “The skills and experience of the group is unmatched, at a time when our partnerships and customer base are multiplying exponentially.”
IAB members bring extensive skills to Intransa in leading security, integration, consulting, information management, and technology entities, with direct, hands-on experience in bringing breakthrough products to market and supporting rapidly growing companies such as Intransa.
- Jeff Whitney, vice president, marketing, Intransa – Returning to the IAB as chair for 2009, Whitney brings more than twenty years of technology and business leadership at startup, mid cap and globally integrated vendors in the physical security, network security and IT industries including Intransa, MaXXan Systems, NetApp, Fujitsu, HAL Computer Systems, Amdahl Corporation and Antares Technologies. A member of the ASIS International Physical Security Council, Whitney also serves as the corporate representative to the Security Industry Association, the American Correctional Association, the Storage Networking Industry Association and its Green Storage Initiative and the Green Grid. He is a frequent presenter at security industry events and a familiar guest columnist in several security industry and IT publications. Whitney previously served as an advisory board member for Network Security Management Systems, as president and founder of the Association of Banyan Users of Canada and was repeatedly re-elected to the board of directors of the Association of Banyan Users International over a nine year period.
- Ray Bernard, president and principal consultant, Ray Bernard Consulting Services – New to the IAB Bernard, is a board-certified Physical Security Professional (PSP), security consultant and writer who has provided pivotal advice and direction in the industry for more than 21 years. Bernard has led noteworthy security projects for corporations, international airports, nuclear missile disarmament projects, sports stadiums, multiple-tower high rises, manufacturing plants, security monitoring centers and corporate headquarter facilities. He is a well-known columnist and regular feature writer. As the convergence editor for Cygnus Business Media’s Security Technology Executive magazine, Bernard is focused on the convergence of physical security and IT and the people and process aspects of deploying security technology. Bernard will deliver the keynote address at IP-in-Action Live at the Pasadena Convention Center on February 10, 2009. He is also a member of the ASIS International Physical Security Council and the ASIS IT Council, and is responsible for the ongoing Global Security Operations 2010 conference series.
- Ismail Dalgic, director, software engineering at Tandberg Television, part of the Ericsson Group – Returning to the IAB, Dr. Dalgic is a co-founder of Intransa, having served as principal architect and director of software engineering for a seven year period. He is currently responsible for Tandberg’s iPlex, a flexible, modular video processing platform for broadcast head end applications (IPTV, cable, satellite). Under Dr. Dalgic’s leadership, iPlex won a record number of five industry awards within one year. Prior to Tandberg and Intransa, he was a technology architect at networking pioneer 3Com, leading the company’s initial IP telephony technology development. Dr. Dalgic received his MS and PhD degrees at Stanford University, where his research was seminal in establishing the feasibility of Ethernet and IP networks for support of video traffic. He is the author of 13 patents and is published in books and in numerous peer-review articles in academic journals and conferences related to storage systems, multimedia networking and voice-over-IP (VOIP) technologies.
- Dan Dunkel, president, New Era Associates – New to the IAB, Dan Dunkel brings more than 22 years of successful sales management and executive experience in the information technology industry as well as his expertise in the emerging field of security convergence. A former Intransa executive team member, Mr. Dunkel’s background includes domestic and international responsibilities for direct sales, value added reseller channels and OEM contracts. His employment history includes leadership roles in pre-IPO ventures, mid cap IT manufacturers and Fortune 50 organizations. Dunkel’s firm, New Era Associates, is a privately held consultancy serving startup corporations to multinational Fortune 500 enterprises. A frequent speaker at security industry events worldwide, he contributes a monthly print column to BNP Media’s SDM Magazine, and writes regularly for Today’s Systems Integrator, an online publication of Security Magazine and BNP. Mr. Dunkel is also co-author of “Physical & Logical Security Convergence”, (© Elsevier Publishing, 2007).
- Mark McCourt, group publisher, BNP Media, Security Media Group - New to the IAB, McCourt is publisher of the security industry’s leading publications - SDM Magazine, Security Magazine, and SmartHome Magazine - and founder of the Security 500. More than 250,000 industry professionals get their security market information from Security Media Group’s magazines, websites, eNews and events each month. As an executive, McCourt has led business divisions of large media companies as well as launched, built and sold new media companies, primarily in the IT sector. Prior to joining BNP, he was president of business consulting firm DLN Media and has been an influential thought leader in business-to-business media for more than 20 years, creating publications, web-centric media, conferences and trade shows. McCourt is a frequent conference presenter and lecturer, speaking at numerous security, integrated media, and e-commerce conferences, as well as providing consulting services to leading organizations.
- John M. Nemerofsky, president, TSS International – New to the IAB, Nemerofsky has established a reputation as a leading entrepreneur within the security industry, holding a wide range of key positions over more than 20 years. Nemerofsky managed national accounts for one of the giants of the industry, then contributed to the growth of one of the industry’s largest systems integrators and continuously worked with marquee clients, including members of the Fortune 500. In 2006, he launched TSS to offer integrators and manufacturers in the security industry total business solutions, providing expertise and advice on business development, organizational design, international expansion, project management, corporate culture development, compensation planning and acquisitions, all designed to grow and support corporate profitability and success. During his career, Nemerofsky has served as chair of the Panasonic Dealer Council, vice chair of the Honeywell Dealers Council, president of the Tyco Business Council and regional vice president of the Building Owners and Managers Association. He is currently chair of the Commission on Chapters for ASIS International and is a member of the board of directors of SecurityXchange.
- Andy Watson, CEO and co-founder, Asyncast Corporation – Returning to the IAB, Watson is perhaps best known for his dozen years of leadership at network storage pioneer and market leader NetApp (Intransa is a member of the NetApp Advantage Alliance Partner Program). Watson was the most outbound of the company’s CTOs, leading multiple teams and projects, helping to drive a successful customer-oriented product strategy that delivered revenue growth from $14 million in 1995 to more than $3 billion by 2007. His earlier IT industry experience and technical leadership spans a number of ground breaking firms, including Auspex Systems, Prime Computer, Data General and RDS AutoMate, in addition to customer roles with Martin Marietta Aerospace and the NYC Transit Authority. In addition to the Intransa IAB, Watson is a board member at MiraLink and an advisory board member of several other leading edge companies outside the physical security spectrum, including Gear6, Index Engines, Mobopia, Orchesys, Overtone Software, PowerFile, Scalent and Z Research.
The first full meeting of the 2009 IAB took place earlier in January 2009, and included shared sessions of the entire group with Intransa executive and technical leadership. The event, and follow-on dinner, coincided with the Intransa worldwide sales kickoff, held at Intransa’s corporate headquarter campus in San Jose, California.
Intransa’s smart, scalable CCTV DVR upgrades and all-IP surveillance solutions reach the market through StorPartner Program distributors, dealers, integrators and OEMs worldwide. For more information on the IAB or Intransa, please go to www.intransa.com.
About Intransa
Intransa, Inc. is the leading innovator of video surveillance data management and retention solutions for physical security. For new all-IP installations or for smart, scalable CCTV upgrades that benefit surveillance systems with one or more DVRs, Intransa security-grade video solutions increase reliability and video retention, providing critical information to security practitioners, and dramatically reducing physical security cost.
Beginning as a spin-off from Fortune 500 company and networking pioneer 3Com, Intransa customers have benefited worldwide since 2003. Intransa’s ground-breaking Video Storage Administrator (VSA) eliminates the need for extensive IT knowledge and security operator retraining, while delivering all the benefits of IP technology to existing CCTV systems and new IP-based deployments. The Intransa Sharable Security Platform enables physical security vendors to deploy their solutions without complicated server technology that can add cost and complexity, while leveraging the full line of Intransa shared, external retention solutions designed for physical security.
Advanced, patented Intransa technology is certified with over 100 physical security, imaging and IT applications by the StorAlliance Technology Labs, including DVRs, NVRs, video management systems, IP and surveillance cameras, physical security information managers, infrastructure providers, video analytics, physical security utilities, authentication, access control, imaging, and biometrics.
Intransa believes in and supports industry standards and green technology. A member of the Security Industry Association, the American Correctional Association, The Green Grid consortium for advancing energy efficiency in computing ecosystems, and the Storage Networking Industry Association and its Green Storage Initiative, Intransa employees are also supporters of ASIS International and the ASIS Physical Security Council.
Intransa physical security solutions benefit customers worldwide in an ever growing mix of hotels and casinos, correctional facilities, police departments and law enforcement agencies, financial institutions and insurance providers, airports, hospitals and medical centers, managed service providers, telecommunications vendors, retailers and shopping centers, auto dealers, transit authorities, ports and shipping hubs, pharmaceutical makers, Native American organizations, colleges, universities and school districts, digital entertainment providers, energy, utilities and resources companies, and a wide variety of government users.
For more information about Intransa, to locate a StorPartner offering Intransa solutions, or to join the StorAlliance Technology Partner program, please visit us at www.intransa.com.
FTI Consulting Advances Position in Fast-Growing $6.6 Billion E-Discovery Market
FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN), the global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations protect and enhance their enterprise value, today announced that it has successfully completed the full integration of Attenex Corporation into its technology segment -- less than seven months after completing the acquisition in July 2008. The combined business segment, now called FTI Technology, includes a fully integrated research and development organization, combined sales and support functions, and a worldwide team of more than 600 employees. Achieving this milestone so quickly underscores the inherent cultural and technology compatibility of the two organizations, as well as the shared vision of delivering the industry standard for e-discovery software, services and consulting, an industry which IDC Research(1) estimates will reach $6.6 billion in revenues in 2009.
"As we have planned from day one, the merging of the visual analysis and rapid review capabilities of Attenex technology with the enterprise-class case management and production features of Ringtail software has the potential to completely change the game in the e-discovery marketplace," said Jack Dunn, president and chief executive officer, FTI Consulting. "The integration of these two market leaders creates an unmatched global force and technology platform in a market expected to grow as much as 35% annually through 2012. This directly benefits our clients through continued product innovation, seamless service and support, and greater speed and flexibility through all phases of the e-discovery process."
Recent surveys show that the world's largest corporations are managing, on average, more than 500 legal and regulatory matters at any one time. The scope of these matters can range from smaller investigations involving a few gigabytes of data to large-scale "bet-the-company" types of cases in which hundreds of terabytes of data are collected for review as potential evidence. These companies often need the easiest, most cost-effective and defensible processes and technology in which to secure the best possible outcomes. The combination of FTI and Attenex software, services and consulting will offer these companies an unprecedented level of speed and flexibility, backed by a worldwide organization of unmatched knowledge and consulting expertise.
"For years, Attenex Patterns, Ringtail and FTI's technology consulting and services have been the go-to offerings for global corporations and their trusted advisors, including many of the world's largest and most respected law firms," said David Remnitz, senior managing director and segment leader of FTI Technology. "Now, with a fully integrated technology platform and client experience, FTI Technology provides corporations and their law firms with a new a one-stop resource for flexible and tailored offerings to meet their most critical business information challenges."
The FTI Technology segment offers on-premise and on-demand e-discovery software as well as complementary services and consulting to give customers unprecedented flexibility to address e-discovery challenges at any stage of the process. The legacy knowledge and unmatched R&D investment of FTI Technology uniquely position the company to expand its share of the e-discovery software market, which Gartner Research estimates will grow between 25% and 35% per year until 2012. Gartner Research recently named FTI Technology as a "strong positive" in the 2008 MarketScope for E-Discovery Vendors(2) report, one of only four vendors named in the highest category and the only one to offer software, consulting and services that span the entire e-discovery process.
"As we have planned from day one, the merging of the visual analysis and rapid review capabilities of Attenex technology with the enterprise-class case management and production features of Ringtail software has the potential to completely change the game in the e-discovery marketplace," said Jack Dunn, president and chief executive officer, FTI Consulting. "The integration of these two market leaders creates an unmatched global force and technology platform in a market expected to grow as much as 35% annually through 2012. This directly benefits our clients through continued product innovation, seamless service and support, and greater speed and flexibility through all phases of the e-discovery process."
Recent surveys show that the world's largest corporations are managing, on average, more than 500 legal and regulatory matters at any one time. The scope of these matters can range from smaller investigations involving a few gigabytes of data to large-scale "bet-the-company" types of cases in which hundreds of terabytes of data are collected for review as potential evidence. These companies often need the easiest, most cost-effective and defensible processes and technology in which to secure the best possible outcomes. The combination of FTI and Attenex software, services and consulting will offer these companies an unprecedented level of speed and flexibility, backed by a worldwide organization of unmatched knowledge and consulting expertise.
"For years, Attenex Patterns, Ringtail and FTI's technology consulting and services have been the go-to offerings for global corporations and their trusted advisors, including many of the world's largest and most respected law firms," said David Remnitz, senior managing director and segment leader of FTI Technology. "Now, with a fully integrated technology platform and client experience, FTI Technology provides corporations and their law firms with a new a one-stop resource for flexible and tailored offerings to meet their most critical business information challenges."
The FTI Technology segment offers on-premise and on-demand e-discovery software as well as complementary services and consulting to give customers unprecedented flexibility to address e-discovery challenges at any stage of the process. The legacy knowledge and unmatched R&D investment of FTI Technology uniquely position the company to expand its share of the e-discovery software market, which Gartner Research estimates will grow between 25% and 35% per year until 2012. Gartner Research recently named FTI Technology as a "strong positive" in the 2008 MarketScope for E-Discovery Vendors(2) report, one of only four vendors named in the highest category and the only one to offer software, consulting and services that span the entire e-discovery process.
Ironworks Consulting Expands Office Space in Greater Washington, D.C. to Support Continued Growth
Ironworks Consulting, a management, IT and web consulting firm, announced today the completed expansion of its Tysons Corner office located at 8133 Leesburg Pike, Suite 650, Vienna, VA.
Ironworks Consulting, a management, IT and web consulting firm, announced today the completed expansion of its Tysons Corner office located at 8133 Leesburg Pike, Suite 650, Vienna, VA. The additional space has more than doubled the square footage of the office.
"This recent expansion was necessary to support the significant growth of Ironworks and the needs of our expanding presence in the DC marketplace," said Scott Walker, chief executive officer of Ironworks.
The new office space will allow Ironworks to accommodate the almost 20 new employees that have joined the Tysons Corner office over the last year. The company continues to experience demand for its award-winning solutions in a variety of industries, especially in the federal and healthcare sectors.
"Our growth, particularly in a challenging economy is a true testament to the capabilities and commitment of our employees," said Andy Wolff, general manager of the Tysons Corner office.
For more information about Ironworks or our services, please visit www.ironworks.com.
About Ironworks Consulting
Ironworks is a management, IT and web consulting firm with one mission - never fail a client. Ironworks offers expertise to clients nationwide in the practice areas of Strategy and Program Management, Business Process Improvement, User Experience, Content Management, Portal Solutions, Enterprise Search, Service-Oriented Architecture, and Business Intelligence. Ironworks operates from offices in Richmond, Va., Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., and Tysons Corner, Va. For more information, visit www.ironworks.com.
Ironworks Consulting, a management, IT and web consulting firm, announced today the completed expansion of its Tysons Corner office located at 8133 Leesburg Pike, Suite 650, Vienna, VA. The additional space has more than doubled the square footage of the office.
"This recent expansion was necessary to support the significant growth of Ironworks and the needs of our expanding presence in the DC marketplace," said Scott Walker, chief executive officer of Ironworks.
The new office space will allow Ironworks to accommodate the almost 20 new employees that have joined the Tysons Corner office over the last year. The company continues to experience demand for its award-winning solutions in a variety of industries, especially in the federal and healthcare sectors.
"Our growth, particularly in a challenging economy is a true testament to the capabilities and commitment of our employees," said Andy Wolff, general manager of the Tysons Corner office.
For more information about Ironworks or our services, please visit www.ironworks.com.
About Ironworks Consulting
Ironworks is a management, IT and web consulting firm with one mission - never fail a client. Ironworks offers expertise to clients nationwide in the practice areas of Strategy and Program Management, Business Process Improvement, User Experience, Content Management, Portal Solutions, Enterprise Search, Service-Oriented Architecture, and Business Intelligence. Ironworks operates from offices in Richmond, Va., Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., and Tysons Corner, Va. For more information, visit www.ironworks.com.
Steve Wilmes Consulting Releases Developer's Cards for FileMaker Pro 10
Steve Wilmes Consulting, Inc. releases Developer's Cards for FileMaker Pro 10. The set of cards offer a detailed reference that has every FileMaker function, error code, script step and more on two double-sided-8 1/2 x 11 inch (A4)-laminated cards.
The Developer's Cards for FileMaker Pro 10 makes it easier for FileMaker developers by providing the "whole picture of all the functions and script steps at a glance" with as much detail as possible. Often developers work with multiple versions of FileMaker - each function and script step on the cards are color-coded to match the FileMaker version with which it was released. The cards detail every function, error code and script step from FileMaker 6 through 10.
Card One goes in-depth describing functions and offers tips. The card highlights functions that are case-sensitive, require the return character to separate values, use []s to separate multiple values and operate differently when hosted. The card also lists port numbers used by FileMaker, FileMaker Server command line codes, script trigger precedence, FileMaker limits, common developer keyboard shortcuts and diagrams the Get(Window) functions.
Card Two goes in-depth on script steps. It highlights which script steps are available over the web, available when hosted on FileMaker Server and which are Mac/Windows only. The card also has all of the FileMaker error codes (returned by Get(LastError) function) and goes in-depth on the GetLayoutObjectAttribute function, custom functions and recursion.
Pricing and Availability:
The Developer's Cards For FileMaker Pro 10 are available immediately for $14.95 (USD) with free shipping everywhere.
FileMaker Developer's Cards
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Steve Wilmes Consulting, Inc. is a FileMaker consultancy located in Cottage Grove, MN. It has been a FileMaker Business Alliance (FBA) member since its founding (when it was CSA) and has been developing and consulting on FileMaker projects for over 15 years. FileMaker and the FileMaker Logo are registered trademarks of FileMaker Inc.
The Developer's Cards for FileMaker Pro 10 makes it easier for FileMaker developers by providing the "whole picture of all the functions and script steps at a glance" with as much detail as possible. Often developers work with multiple versions of FileMaker - each function and script step on the cards are color-coded to match the FileMaker version with which it was released. The cards detail every function, error code and script step from FileMaker 6 through 10.
Card One goes in-depth describing functions and offers tips. The card highlights functions that are case-sensitive, require the return character to separate values, use []s to separate multiple values and operate differently when hosted. The card also lists port numbers used by FileMaker, FileMaker Server command line codes, script trigger precedence, FileMaker limits, common developer keyboard shortcuts and diagrams the Get(Window) functions.
Card Two goes in-depth on script steps. It highlights which script steps are available over the web, available when hosted on FileMaker Server and which are Mac/Windows only. The card also has all of the FileMaker error codes (returned by Get(LastError) function) and goes in-depth on the GetLayoutObjectAttribute function, custom functions and recursion.
Pricing and Availability:
The Developer's Cards For FileMaker Pro 10 are available immediately for $14.95 (USD) with free shipping everywhere.
FileMaker Developer's Cards
Close Up Diagram
Steve Wilmes Consulting, Inc. is a FileMaker consultancy located in Cottage Grove, MN. It has been a FileMaker Business Alliance (FBA) member since its founding (when it was CSA) and has been developing and consulting on FileMaker projects for over 15 years. FileMaker and the FileMaker Logo are registered trademarks of FileMaker Inc.
Mike McConnell Rejoins Consulting Firm Booz Allen
Booz Allen Hamilton today announced that J. Michael (Mike) McConnell will rejoin the firm as senior vice president upon the completion of his service as Director of National Intelligence.
"We are proud to welcome Mike McConnell back to the Booz Allen family," said Dr. Ralph W. Shrader, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Booz Allen Hamilton. "Mike embodies what Booz Allen has long stood for: integrity and dedication to service. He is a leader in the national security community and true patriot who has devoted his life to keeping our country safe and secure."
McConnell has an illustrious record of government service. He previously served as Director of the National Security Agency under Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. A Vietnam veteran, he served a total of 29 years in the Navy retiring in 1996 as a Vice Admiral.
Upon his retirement from the Navy, he joined Booz Allen where he attained the position of senior vice president, and departed in 2006 when asked by President George W. Bush to become the Director of National Intelligence. He will remain in that role until the Senate confirms his successor and will subsequently rejoin Booz Allen. President Obama has asked McConnell to continue to serve by accepting a position on his President Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB), the Board which advises the President on all matters related to intelligence.
"I couldn't be happier to return to Booz Allen as it continues to provide vital national security, civilian, and defense assistance to the government," said McConnell. "I've always admired Booz Allen's dedication to government service and look forward to contributing." McConnell will lead the firm's national security business unit.
About Booz Allen
Booz Allen Hamilton has been at the forefront of strategy and technology consulting for more than 90 years. Every day, government agencies, institutions, corporations, and infrastructure organizations rely on the firm's expertise and objectivity, and on the combined capabilities and dedication of its exceptional people to find solutions and seize opportunities. Booz Allen combines a consultant's unique problem-solving orientation with deep technical knowledge and strong execution to help clients achieve success in their most critical missions. Providing a broad range of services in strategy, operations, organization and change, information technology, systems engineering, and program management, Booz Allen is committed to delivering results that endure.
With more than 20,000 people and $4 billion in annual revenue, Booz Allen is continually recognized for its quality work and corporate culture. In 2009, for the fifth consecutive year, Fortune magazine named Booz Allen one of "The 100 Best Companies to Work For," and Working Mother magazine has ranked the firm among its "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers" annually since 1999.
To learn more about the firm, visit www.boozallen.com.
"We are proud to welcome Mike McConnell back to the Booz Allen family," said Dr. Ralph W. Shrader, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Booz Allen Hamilton. "Mike embodies what Booz Allen has long stood for: integrity and dedication to service. He is a leader in the national security community and true patriot who has devoted his life to keeping our country safe and secure."
McConnell has an illustrious record of government service. He previously served as Director of the National Security Agency under Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton. A Vietnam veteran, he served a total of 29 years in the Navy retiring in 1996 as a Vice Admiral.
Upon his retirement from the Navy, he joined Booz Allen where he attained the position of senior vice president, and departed in 2006 when asked by President George W. Bush to become the Director of National Intelligence. He will remain in that role until the Senate confirms his successor and will subsequently rejoin Booz Allen. President Obama has asked McConnell to continue to serve by accepting a position on his President Intelligence Advisory Board (PIAB), the Board which advises the President on all matters related to intelligence.
"I couldn't be happier to return to Booz Allen as it continues to provide vital national security, civilian, and defense assistance to the government," said McConnell. "I've always admired Booz Allen's dedication to government service and look forward to contributing." McConnell will lead the firm's national security business unit.
About Booz Allen
Booz Allen Hamilton has been at the forefront of strategy and technology consulting for more than 90 years. Every day, government agencies, institutions, corporations, and infrastructure organizations rely on the firm's expertise and objectivity, and on the combined capabilities and dedication of its exceptional people to find solutions and seize opportunities. Booz Allen combines a consultant's unique problem-solving orientation with deep technical knowledge and strong execution to help clients achieve success in their most critical missions. Providing a broad range of services in strategy, operations, organization and change, information technology, systems engineering, and program management, Booz Allen is committed to delivering results that endure.
With more than 20,000 people and $4 billion in annual revenue, Booz Allen is continually recognized for its quality work and corporate culture. In 2009, for the fifth consecutive year, Fortune magazine named Booz Allen one of "The 100 Best Companies to Work For," and Working Mother magazine has ranked the firm among its "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers" annually since 1999.
To learn more about the firm, visit www.boozallen.com.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
MiPro Consulting Launches Dedicated Business Intelligence Services Practice
Michigan-based ERP and SaaS consultancy extends its portfolio by launching dedicated Business Intelligence professional services practice, designed to help executives understand true business performance and health.
MiPro Consulting, a specialized provider of PeopleSoft and Workday consulting services, today launched a new services practice dedicated to helping companies plan and implement market-leading Business Intelligence solutions. Leveraging the company's experience working with PeopleSoft ERP solutions and Workday's SaaS technology, MiPro Consulting is proud to announce its new Business Intelligence service line, a direct descendant of its other service arms and strategic response to the market and organizational requests.
"This is perhaps the hottest area in the enterprise applications space right now," said Chris Bishop, President of MiPro Consulting. "Companies are looking to optimize their daily operations more than ever, and Business Intelligence helps them look at their business's health, analyze key metrics, and make very quick, very intelligent decisions based on real information. You'd be hard-pressed to find executives who aren't blown away by what Business Intelligence can put on a dashboard for them."
Business Intelligence is a natural fit with MiPro's already-established PeopleSoft and Workday service arms. "Business Intelligence isn't the same value proposition as ERP or a pure SaaS play," said Larry Zagata, MiPro's Business Intelligence Practice Director. "It's more about taking the systems you already have and the data they generate and wrapping it into an analysis and presentation engine. It's about taking data and turning it into actionable business information, and in today's economy, this is exactly what people are looking for. Decisions need to be more justified than ever, and Business Intelligence helps validate business decisions at the highest levels."
MiPro's Business Intelligence practice will focus on Oracle BI and SAP Business Objects, both of which are market leaders and the platforms most inquired about by MiPro's clients. MiPro's Business Intelligence practice specializes in Knowledge-on-Demand, BI Packaged Services, and Full Lifecycle BI implementations. More detail about MiPro's Business Intelligence services line can be found on its website.
About MiPro Consulting
MiPro Consulting is a leading professional services organization focused on helping its clients achieve maximum value from their PeopleSoft, Workday, and Business Intelligence (Oracle BI, Business Objects) investments. MiPro's professionals have proven expertise in delivering superior planning and assessment, project management, implementation, upgrade support, data management, and configuration services. Offering exemplary communication and professionalism and focusing on strong teamwork and applying real-world experience, MiPro Consulting's professionals continue to be recognized as leaders in the industry. Since 2005, MiPro has served mid-market to Fortune 100 customers and has become known as a consulting authority on PeopleSoft, Workday and Business Intelligence implementations. To learn more, visit MiPro's website, its blog or its Twitter feed.
MiPro Consulting, a specialized provider of PeopleSoft and Workday consulting services, today launched a new services practice dedicated to helping companies plan and implement market-leading Business Intelligence solutions. Leveraging the company's experience working with PeopleSoft ERP solutions and Workday's SaaS technology, MiPro Consulting is proud to announce its new Business Intelligence service line, a direct descendant of its other service arms and strategic response to the market and organizational requests.
"This is perhaps the hottest area in the enterprise applications space right now," said Chris Bishop, President of MiPro Consulting. "Companies are looking to optimize their daily operations more than ever, and Business Intelligence helps them look at their business's health, analyze key metrics, and make very quick, very intelligent decisions based on real information. You'd be hard-pressed to find executives who aren't blown away by what Business Intelligence can put on a dashboard for them."
Business Intelligence is a natural fit with MiPro's already-established PeopleSoft and Workday service arms. "Business Intelligence isn't the same value proposition as ERP or a pure SaaS play," said Larry Zagata, MiPro's Business Intelligence Practice Director. "It's more about taking the systems you already have and the data they generate and wrapping it into an analysis and presentation engine. It's about taking data and turning it into actionable business information, and in today's economy, this is exactly what people are looking for. Decisions need to be more justified than ever, and Business Intelligence helps validate business decisions at the highest levels."
MiPro's Business Intelligence practice will focus on Oracle BI and SAP Business Objects, both of which are market leaders and the platforms most inquired about by MiPro's clients. MiPro's Business Intelligence practice specializes in Knowledge-on-Demand, BI Packaged Services, and Full Lifecycle BI implementations. More detail about MiPro's Business Intelligence services line can be found on its website.
About MiPro Consulting
MiPro Consulting is a leading professional services organization focused on helping its clients achieve maximum value from their PeopleSoft, Workday, and Business Intelligence (Oracle BI, Business Objects) investments. MiPro's professionals have proven expertise in delivering superior planning and assessment, project management, implementation, upgrade support, data management, and configuration services. Offering exemplary communication and professionalism and focusing on strong teamwork and applying real-world experience, MiPro Consulting's professionals continue to be recognized as leaders in the industry. Since 2005, MiPro has served mid-market to Fortune 100 customers and has become known as a consulting authority on PeopleSoft, Workday and Business Intelligence implementations. To learn more, visit MiPro's website, its blog or its Twitter feed.
Ironworks Consulting Expands Office Space in Greater Washington, D.C. to Support Continued Growth
Ironworks Consulting, a management, IT and web consulting firm, announced today the completed expansion of its Tysons Corner office located at 8133 Leesburg Pike, Suite 650, Vienna, VA. The additional space has more than doubled the square footage of the office.
"This recent expansion was necessary to support the significant growth of Ironworks and the needs of our expanding presence in the DC marketplace," said Scott Walker, chief executive officer of Ironworks.
The new office space will allow Ironworks to accommodate the almost 20 new employees that have joined the Tysons Corner office over the last year. The company continues to experience demand for its award-winning solutions in a variety of industries, especially in the federal and healthcare sectors.
"Our growth, particularly in a challenging economy is a true testament to the capabilities and commitment of our employees," said Andy Wolff, general manager of the Tysons Corner office.
For more information about Ironworks or our services, please visit www.ironworks.com.
About Ironworks Consulting
Ironworks is a management, IT and web consulting firm with one mission - never fail a client. Ironworks offers expertise to clients nationwide in the practice areas of Strategy and Program Management, Business Process Improvement, User Experience, Content Management, Portal Solutions, Enterprise Search, Service-Oriented Architecture, and Business Intelligence. Ironworks operates from offices in Richmond, Va., Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., and Tysons Corner, Va. For more information, visit www.ironworks.com.
"This recent expansion was necessary to support the significant growth of Ironworks and the needs of our expanding presence in the DC marketplace," said Scott Walker, chief executive officer of Ironworks.
The new office space will allow Ironworks to accommodate the almost 20 new employees that have joined the Tysons Corner office over the last year. The company continues to experience demand for its award-winning solutions in a variety of industries, especially in the federal and healthcare sectors.
"Our growth, particularly in a challenging economy is a true testament to the capabilities and commitment of our employees," said Andy Wolff, general manager of the Tysons Corner office.
For more information about Ironworks or our services, please visit www.ironworks.com.
About Ironworks Consulting
Ironworks is a management, IT and web consulting firm with one mission - never fail a client. Ironworks offers expertise to clients nationwide in the practice areas of Strategy and Program Management, Business Process Improvement, User Experience, Content Management, Portal Solutions, Enterprise Search, Service-Oriented Architecture, and Business Intelligence. Ironworks operates from offices in Richmond, Va., Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., and Tysons Corner, Va. For more information, visit www.ironworks.com.
IT Services Firms Navint Consulting and Tribridge to Combine in Merger of Equals
Two leading U.S.-based providers of business software and IT services, Tribridge and Navint Consulting, today announced a merger of equals effective immediately. Under the terms of the merger, the combined, privately-held company will be called Tribridge. The merger of Tribridge and Navint, with customers, offices and team members across the U.S., creates one of the largest Microsoft consulting firms in the world with capabilities across all Microsoft business applications and technologies.
Tribridge (tribridge.com) and Navint Consulting (navint.com), two leading U.S.-based providers of business software and IT services, today announced a merger of equals effective immediately. Under the terms of the merger, the combined, privately-held company will be called Tribridge.
The merger of Tribridge, with a strong presence in the southeast and central regions, and Navint, with equally solid representation in the northeast and western regions, will create a complementary, diversified IT services firm with a national footprint.
"Both Tribridge and Navint just completed record years of revenue, profitability and customer growth, which made it the perfect opportunity to join forces and capture the leadership position in the IT services industry," said Tony DiBenedetto, Tribridge chairman and CEO.
The combined entity offers multiple business lines, including: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) business applications; Microsoft SharePoint; custom application development; IT managed services; Microsoft core infrastructure solutions; and IT security products and services.
"The merger enables us to provide a comprehensive range of IT services to organizations throughout virtually every market in the country," said DiBenedetto. "Particularly in this challenging economy, customers want the convenience of working with one trusted firm that can develop and integrate solutions across the entire technology stack. We can better help customers leverage their technology investments to decrease costs and increase organizational efficiency, regardless of the size and scope of the project."
Diversity Key to Positioning Premier IT Firm in United States
The merger of Tribridge and Navint, two IT services firms with more than 25 combined years in business and a history of steady, profitable growth, comes at a time when many technology companies are challenged by the pressures of the current economic state.
"Diversity is the key to capturing and retaining market share in the technology space," said Marty Glavin, Navint managing director. "The merger unites two innovative companies with complementary services and strengths. The Navint enterprise consulting practice will enhance the deep Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft SharePoint and custom business software development expertise that exists at both companies. Tribridge also brings extensive Microsoft infrastructure, IT managed services and security capabilities to the table, further increasing our ability to offer customers a full-service experience."
The merger of Tribridge and Navint, with customers, offices and team members across the U.S., creates one of the largest Microsoft consulting firms in the world with capabilities across all Microsoft business applications and technologies. Glavin adds that the merger will strengthen the firm's key focus areas across many diverse industries.
Merger Unites Common Cultures Focused on Growth, Customer Service Excellence
For Tribridge and Navint, the merger is as much about blending corporate cultures as it is about expanding service delivery capabilities. All team members will continue in their respective roles, and offices in every region will remain open. Both firms boast a disciplined project implementation methodology, stemming from a strong "Big 5" consulting services heritage that launched the careers of its founders.
About Tribridge
Tribridge is a Gold Certified Microsoft consulting firm recently named the 2008 WORLDWIDE Microsoft Dynamics Partner of the Year. Tribridge implements, secures and supports critical business applications and core infrastructure for organizations across the US. Tribridge experts combine an average of 15 years experience with established methodologies to generate practical results, including a 100% "go-live" rate since inception over a decade ago. Technology solutions are focused across 5 tightly integrated areas including: Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM, Microsoft SharePoint and custom software applications, Microsoft core infrastructure, security and managed services.
About Navint Consulting
Navint is a business management and information technology consulting firm that offers end-to-end, industry-specific solutions encompassing strategy, technology, and process improvement. With over 150 mid-market and enterprise consultants, the company has helped more than 600 clients improve their financial management, manufacturing, warehousing, e-commerce, human resource management and customer relationship management utilizing Enterprise and Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM applications. Navint serves small, medium and large organizations spanning markets that include apparel and retail, manufacturing and distribution, professional services, entertainment, media and publishing, health care and not-for-profits across the US.
Tribridge (tribridge.com) and Navint Consulting (navint.com), two leading U.S.-based providers of business software and IT services, today announced a merger of equals effective immediately. Under the terms of the merger, the combined, privately-held company will be called Tribridge.
The merger of Tribridge, with a strong presence in the southeast and central regions, and Navint, with equally solid representation in the northeast and western regions, will create a complementary, diversified IT services firm with a national footprint.
"Both Tribridge and Navint just completed record years of revenue, profitability and customer growth, which made it the perfect opportunity to join forces and capture the leadership position in the IT services industry," said Tony DiBenedetto, Tribridge chairman and CEO.
The combined entity offers multiple business lines, including: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) business applications; Microsoft SharePoint; custom application development; IT managed services; Microsoft core infrastructure solutions; and IT security products and services.
"The merger enables us to provide a comprehensive range of IT services to organizations throughout virtually every market in the country," said DiBenedetto. "Particularly in this challenging economy, customers want the convenience of working with one trusted firm that can develop and integrate solutions across the entire technology stack. We can better help customers leverage their technology investments to decrease costs and increase organizational efficiency, regardless of the size and scope of the project."
Diversity Key to Positioning Premier IT Firm in United States
The merger of Tribridge and Navint, two IT services firms with more than 25 combined years in business and a history of steady, profitable growth, comes at a time when many technology companies are challenged by the pressures of the current economic state.
"Diversity is the key to capturing and retaining market share in the technology space," said Marty Glavin, Navint managing director. "The merger unites two innovative companies with complementary services and strengths. The Navint enterprise consulting practice will enhance the deep Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft SharePoint and custom business software development expertise that exists at both companies. Tribridge also brings extensive Microsoft infrastructure, IT managed services and security capabilities to the table, further increasing our ability to offer customers a full-service experience."
The merger of Tribridge and Navint, with customers, offices and team members across the U.S., creates one of the largest Microsoft consulting firms in the world with capabilities across all Microsoft business applications and technologies. Glavin adds that the merger will strengthen the firm's key focus areas across many diverse industries.
Merger Unites Common Cultures Focused on Growth, Customer Service Excellence
For Tribridge and Navint, the merger is as much about blending corporate cultures as it is about expanding service delivery capabilities. All team members will continue in their respective roles, and offices in every region will remain open. Both firms boast a disciplined project implementation methodology, stemming from a strong "Big 5" consulting services heritage that launched the careers of its founders.
About Tribridge
Tribridge is a Gold Certified Microsoft consulting firm recently named the 2008 WORLDWIDE Microsoft Dynamics Partner of the Year. Tribridge implements, secures and supports critical business applications and core infrastructure for organizations across the US. Tribridge experts combine an average of 15 years experience with established methodologies to generate practical results, including a 100% "go-live" rate since inception over a decade ago. Technology solutions are focused across 5 tightly integrated areas including: Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM, Microsoft SharePoint and custom software applications, Microsoft core infrastructure, security and managed services.
About Navint Consulting
Navint is a business management and information technology consulting firm that offers end-to-end, industry-specific solutions encompassing strategy, technology, and process improvement. With over 150 mid-market and enterprise consultants, the company has helped more than 600 clients improve their financial management, manufacturing, warehousing, e-commerce, human resource management and customer relationship management utilizing Enterprise and Microsoft Dynamics ERP and CRM applications. Navint serves small, medium and large organizations spanning markets that include apparel and retail, manufacturing and distribution, professional services, entertainment, media and publishing, health care and not-for-profits across the US.
Double Helix Consulting Launches US Division for Strategic Pricing, Reimbursement and Market Access Solutions
Double Helix Consulting US (DHC US), headed by Andrew M. Baker, President, joins a multidisciplinary team of highly experienced strategic pricing, reimbursement and market access consultants with extensive experience across the healthcare industry as well as strong commercial, governmental and academic links, who provide customer-centric market access strategies to clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. DHC US provides services spanning the product lifecycle, including the following:
Speaking about the new business, Drew commented "Double Helix Consulting US offers a premier set of services to assist our clients in optimizing product commercialization by enhancing market access through a truly global team of professionals with deep experience from both the client- and consulting sides. As an example, our growing emerging markets practice provides clients with the intelligence to implement successful strategies in the world's largest and most rapidly developing economies."
Based in the greater New York area, Double Helix Consulting US joins Double Helix Consulting's London office in providing market access services to clients around the world.
Drew Baker has over 20 years' experience operating in and consulting to the global biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. He has led initiatives in commercial opportunity assessment, lifecycle management, strategic planning, global pricing and reimbursement, and value-based marketing. Before joining Double Helix, Drew spent 14 years with Pfizer and was a founding member of the company's Outcomes Research function. He also was with Merck's public policy group and spent six years in biopharmaceutical consulting. Drew has published and presented extensively in the areas of product value estimation, healthcare quality and health policy. He holds an MBA from Duke University, a Master of Public Affairs from Princeton, and a BA in economic policy and BS in communications from Syracuse University.
Commenting on the new venture, Dr Wayne Phillips, CEO of parent company Double Helix Group said "The establishment of Double Helix Consulting US is a further extension of our core business and continues our overall expansion and development program for 2009 and beyond."
- Product value message development and testing
- Commercial assessment
- Lifecycle planning
- Development program and clinical trial planning
- Managed markets strategy
- Pharmacoeconomic evaluation and health technology assessment (HTA)
- Payer and provider insight evaluation and influence planning
- Pricing and reimbursement strategy, negotiation simulation, and training
- Environmental scenario planning on key issues such as HTA decision intelligence, formulary design, utilization management strategies, policy reform, value-based benefit design, pay-for-performance, and healthcare quality measurement and accreditation
- Market access training
Speaking about the new business, Drew commented "Double Helix Consulting US offers a premier set of services to assist our clients in optimizing product commercialization by enhancing market access through a truly global team of professionals with deep experience from both the client- and consulting sides. As an example, our growing emerging markets practice provides clients with the intelligence to implement successful strategies in the world's largest and most rapidly developing economies."
Based in the greater New York area, Double Helix Consulting US joins Double Helix Consulting's London office in providing market access services to clients around the world.
Drew Baker has over 20 years' experience operating in and consulting to the global biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. He has led initiatives in commercial opportunity assessment, lifecycle management, strategic planning, global pricing and reimbursement, and value-based marketing. Before joining Double Helix, Drew spent 14 years with Pfizer and was a founding member of the company's Outcomes Research function. He also was with Merck's public policy group and spent six years in biopharmaceutical consulting. Drew has published and presented extensively in the areas of product value estimation, healthcare quality and health policy. He holds an MBA from Duke University, a Master of Public Affairs from Princeton, and a BA in economic policy and BS in communications from Syracuse University.
Commenting on the new venture, Dr Wayne Phillips, CEO of parent company Double Helix Group said "The establishment of Double Helix Consulting US is a further extension of our core business and continues our overall expansion and development program for 2009 and beyond."
Consulting Firm Arthur D. Little Announces Principal Promotions
Arthur D. Little (ADL), the leading Global Management Consultancy, linking Strategy, Innovation and Technology is pleased to announce the promotions of Jim Chauvapun, Simon Flax, Jennifer Kim, Dr. Daniel Schellenberg and Jean-Paul Valensi to Principal.
Jim Chauvapun has been promoted from Manager to Principal in the Healthcare and Life Sciences Practice in Boston. Over the past four years with ADL, Jim has established a proven track record of successfully assisting clients across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. In this new role, he will focus on developing corporate strategies, managing technology and innovation, enhancing organizational performance, and evaluating growth opportunities to maximize the value of commercial activities and R&D investments within the biopharmaceutical and medical technology arenas.
Simon Flax served as a Manager in the Strategy & Organization Practice in New York City, working with a wide range of corporate and private equity clients to develop growth strategies and evaluate acquisition opportunities. He also advised clients on topics of sales and operational effectiveness. Before joining ADL, Simon worked at several consulting firms including Droege & Comp., Booz Allen Hamilton and Accenture. In this new position, he will focus on serving his Private Equity clients and be responsible for growing the practice.
Jennifer Kim joined ADL over two years ago as a Manager in the Strategy & Organization Practice in New York City. Throughout her consulting career, she has successfully directed the development and implementation of value enhancement initiatives for several private equity and corporate clients, particularly in sales force effectiveness and organizational redesign for niche manufacturing companies. Prior to joining ADL, Jennifer held consulting positions at Booz Allen Hamilton and Droege & Comp. In this new position, she will contribute to the growth and management of ADL’s Private Equity practice through client relationship development, thought leadership and projects management.
Dr. Daniel Schellenberg was previously a Manager of ADL’s Private Equity Practice in New York City, specializing in project work for primarily mid size private equity funds. He successfully led numerous value generation projects and market due diligence assignments within industries such as automotive, energy & renewable energy, boating and others. He also developed strong capabilities for market entry strategies in the US, Europe and Eastern Asia. Prior to his work at ADL, he led teams for top management consulting firms including Roland Berger Strategy Consultants and Droege & Comp. Daniel will continue to help private equity clients to strengthen their portfolios, which will include working with their existing portfolio companies on topics such as revenue protection, operational improvement and cost efficiency initiatives. He will also focus on improving the portfolio structure of his PE clients by giving advice on adding or eliminating companies from the respective portfolios.
Jean-Paul Valensi was previously a Manager of ADL’s Healthcare and Life Sciences Practice in Boston, focused on project work in Strategy and Organization. Mr. Valensi specializes in technology identification and evaluation. He has successfully led several commercial market assessment, franchise strategy and technology assessment projects for biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and consumer product companies. Prior to his work at ADL, he led teams for ISO Healthcare Consulting (now part of Monitor Group). Jean-Paul will continue to help Healthcare and Life Science Businesses identify new products and technologies and manage their overall business portfolios.
In their roles as Principals all will be responsible for contributing to the impressive growth story of Arthur D. Little, Inc. in the US, both in terms of generating new business opportunities as well as training, mentoring and hiring the next generation of consultants.
According to Markus Lahrkamp, President of Arthur D. Little North America, “Please join me in congratulating these individuals on their promotion and wishing them continued success at our company.”
About Arthur D. Little
Arthur D. Little, founded in 1886, is a global leader in management consultancy, linking strategy, innovation and technology with deep industry knowledge. We offer our clients sustainable solutions to their most complex business problems. Arthur D. Little has a collaborative client engagement style, exceptional people and a firm-wide commitment to quality and integrity. The firm has over 30 offices worldwide. With its partner Altran Technologies, Arthur D. Little has access to a network of over 16,000 professionals. Arthur D. Little is proud to serve many of the Fortune 100 companies globally, in addition to many other leading firms and public sector organizations. For further information please visit www.adlittle-us.com.
Jim Chauvapun has been promoted from Manager to Principal in the Healthcare and Life Sciences Practice in Boston. Over the past four years with ADL, Jim has established a proven track record of successfully assisting clients across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. In this new role, he will focus on developing corporate strategies, managing technology and innovation, enhancing organizational performance, and evaluating growth opportunities to maximize the value of commercial activities and R&D investments within the biopharmaceutical and medical technology arenas.
Simon Flax served as a Manager in the Strategy & Organization Practice in New York City, working with a wide range of corporate and private equity clients to develop growth strategies and evaluate acquisition opportunities. He also advised clients on topics of sales and operational effectiveness. Before joining ADL, Simon worked at several consulting firms including Droege & Comp., Booz Allen Hamilton and Accenture. In this new position, he will focus on serving his Private Equity clients and be responsible for growing the practice.
Jennifer Kim joined ADL over two years ago as a Manager in the Strategy & Organization Practice in New York City. Throughout her consulting career, she has successfully directed the development and implementation of value enhancement initiatives for several private equity and corporate clients, particularly in sales force effectiveness and organizational redesign for niche manufacturing companies. Prior to joining ADL, Jennifer held consulting positions at Booz Allen Hamilton and Droege & Comp. In this new position, she will contribute to the growth and management of ADL’s Private Equity practice through client relationship development, thought leadership and projects management.
Dr. Daniel Schellenberg was previously a Manager of ADL’s Private Equity Practice in New York City, specializing in project work for primarily mid size private equity funds. He successfully led numerous value generation projects and market due diligence assignments within industries such as automotive, energy & renewable energy, boating and others. He also developed strong capabilities for market entry strategies in the US, Europe and Eastern Asia. Prior to his work at ADL, he led teams for top management consulting firms including Roland Berger Strategy Consultants and Droege & Comp. Daniel will continue to help private equity clients to strengthen their portfolios, which will include working with their existing portfolio companies on topics such as revenue protection, operational improvement and cost efficiency initiatives. He will also focus on improving the portfolio structure of his PE clients by giving advice on adding or eliminating companies from the respective portfolios.
Jean-Paul Valensi was previously a Manager of ADL’s Healthcare and Life Sciences Practice in Boston, focused on project work in Strategy and Organization. Mr. Valensi specializes in technology identification and evaluation. He has successfully led several commercial market assessment, franchise strategy and technology assessment projects for biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and consumer product companies. Prior to his work at ADL, he led teams for ISO Healthcare Consulting (now part of Monitor Group). Jean-Paul will continue to help Healthcare and Life Science Businesses identify new products and technologies and manage their overall business portfolios.
In their roles as Principals all will be responsible for contributing to the impressive growth story of Arthur D. Little, Inc. in the US, both in terms of generating new business opportunities as well as training, mentoring and hiring the next generation of consultants.
According to Markus Lahrkamp, President of Arthur D. Little North America, “Please join me in congratulating these individuals on their promotion and wishing them continued success at our company.”
About Arthur D. Little
Arthur D. Little, founded in 1886, is a global leader in management consultancy, linking strategy, innovation and technology with deep industry knowledge. We offer our clients sustainable solutions to their most complex business problems. Arthur D. Little has a collaborative client engagement style, exceptional people and a firm-wide commitment to quality and integrity. The firm has over 30 offices worldwide. With its partner Altran Technologies, Arthur D. Little has access to a network of over 16,000 professionals. Arthur D. Little is proud to serve many of the Fortune 100 companies globally, in addition to many other leading firms and public sector organizations. For further information please visit www.adlittle-us.com.
McKinsey Study Outlines Path to New, Green Economy
On the day that President Obama is releasing his plan to create a new, green economy, McKinsey and Company has issued a ground-breaking report that outlines a path toward realizing the President’s goal by showing how current technology, if fully deployed, could dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Many of the technologies identified in the report would provide savings to consumers and create thousands of new, green-collar jobs.
“This report provides further evidence that we can grow our economy and cut greenhouse gas emissions at the same time,” said Dr. Richard Moss, WWF vice president for climate change. “If the policies were in place to force the broader deployment of the technologies highlighted in this report, thousands of new jobs would be created across the country. And these new job-generating technologies would put us on a path for dramatically reducing emissions and keeping global average temperatures from rising above the dangerous threshold of 2 degrees Celsius, or 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Pathways to a Low Carbon Economy, one of the largest and most detailed reports of its kind, lists more than 200 opportunities, spread across ten sectors and twenty-one geographical regions, that have the potential to cut global greenhouse gas emissions by 55 percent below 1990 levels by 2030, a reduction of 70 percent from the business as usual scenario. The study was supported by ten sponsors, including World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and energy, automotive and technology companies.
The report is a refined version of a previously-released Greenhouse Gas Emissions Abatement Cost Curve that compares the relative costs of using different technologies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Many of the technologies highlighted in the report have negative cost – that is the savings they would generate would more than offset the cost of implementation, thereby providing savings to consumers.
“The report demonstrates that we can save money for consumers if we enact some relatively straightforward policies and measures to overcome market barriers and failures that impede adoption of low-cost energy efficiency and alternative energy technologies,” said Moss. “By reducing energy consumption, we could also lower energy imports and increase our energy security.”
By 2030, the report finds that wind, solar and other sustainable renewable energy sources could be rapidly scaled up, while energy efficiency could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than a quarter. The report states that deforestation in developing countries, the source of nearly 20 percent of global emissions and a major threat to sustainable development, could be almost fully halted.
McKinsey concludes that the total cost of implementing all of the measures contained in the report would be less than one half of one percent of global gross domestic product. However, the report does not include the economic costs that would result from escalating climate change impacts if emissions are not reduced. “This makes acting to use these technologies even more of a no-brainer,” said Moss. “If we fail to act, climate change will alter water resources, agriculture, and ecosystems, resulting in impacts on the economy and human health that could run to the billions of dollars annually in the United States alone. By reducing emissions, we will avoid some of the worst damages and leave the world’s natural heritage intact for future generations.”
The McKinsey study has been extensively peer-reviewed by scientists, economists and expert bodies, including WWF. It presents its findings in the form of an “abatement cost curve” which graphically illustrates the sectors in which the most cost-effective carbon reductions can be made.
ABOUT WORLD WILDLIFE FUND
WWF is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in 100 countries for nearly half a century. With the support of almost 5 million members worldwide, WWF is dedicated to delivering science-based solutions to preserve the diversity and abundance of life on Earth, halt the degradation of the environment and combat climate change. Visit www.worldwildlife.org to learn more.
“This report provides further evidence that we can grow our economy and cut greenhouse gas emissions at the same time,” said Dr. Richard Moss, WWF vice president for climate change. “If the policies were in place to force the broader deployment of the technologies highlighted in this report, thousands of new jobs would be created across the country. And these new job-generating technologies would put us on a path for dramatically reducing emissions and keeping global average temperatures from rising above the dangerous threshold of 2 degrees Celsius, or 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit.”
Pathways to a Low Carbon Economy, one of the largest and most detailed reports of its kind, lists more than 200 opportunities, spread across ten sectors and twenty-one geographical regions, that have the potential to cut global greenhouse gas emissions by 55 percent below 1990 levels by 2030, a reduction of 70 percent from the business as usual scenario. The study was supported by ten sponsors, including World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and energy, automotive and technology companies.
The report is a refined version of a previously-released Greenhouse Gas Emissions Abatement Cost Curve that compares the relative costs of using different technologies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Many of the technologies highlighted in the report have negative cost – that is the savings they would generate would more than offset the cost of implementation, thereby providing savings to consumers.
“The report demonstrates that we can save money for consumers if we enact some relatively straightforward policies and measures to overcome market barriers and failures that impede adoption of low-cost energy efficiency and alternative energy technologies,” said Moss. “By reducing energy consumption, we could also lower energy imports and increase our energy security.”
By 2030, the report finds that wind, solar and other sustainable renewable energy sources could be rapidly scaled up, while energy efficiency could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than a quarter. The report states that deforestation in developing countries, the source of nearly 20 percent of global emissions and a major threat to sustainable development, could be almost fully halted.
McKinsey concludes that the total cost of implementing all of the measures contained in the report would be less than one half of one percent of global gross domestic product. However, the report does not include the economic costs that would result from escalating climate change impacts if emissions are not reduced. “This makes acting to use these technologies even more of a no-brainer,” said Moss. “If we fail to act, climate change will alter water resources, agriculture, and ecosystems, resulting in impacts on the economy and human health that could run to the billions of dollars annually in the United States alone. By reducing emissions, we will avoid some of the worst damages and leave the world’s natural heritage intact for future generations.”
The McKinsey study has been extensively peer-reviewed by scientists, economists and expert bodies, including WWF. It presents its findings in the form of an “abatement cost curve” which graphically illustrates the sectors in which the most cost-effective carbon reductions can be made.
ABOUT WORLD WILDLIFE FUND
WWF is the world’s leading conservation organization, working in 100 countries for nearly half a century. With the support of almost 5 million members worldwide, WWF is dedicated to delivering science-based solutions to preserve the diversity and abundance of life on Earth, halt the degradation of the environment and combat climate change. Visit www.worldwildlife.org to learn more.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Reynolds Consulting Services' Virtual Customer Care Center Gives Dealerships the Roadmap to Great Service in the Eyes of Consumers
The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced that its Virtual Customer Care Center (VC3) is helping automotive retailers uncover what they did well or where they need improvement in the eyes of their customers. Acting as a virtual Business Development Center (BDC) for the dealership, Reynolds professional callers perform follow-up telephone surveys to the dealership's sales and service customers, as well as to prospects that did not make a vehicle purchase, from records in the dealership's ERA(R) Contact Management system. These calls provide the consumer feedback that can help dealerships improve customer relationships and increase sales.
"A common theme among dealers that we hear in our conversations with them and in our research is that they want to know why a customer left their dealership without buying a car," said Trey Hiers, vice president, Corporate Marketing, at Reynolds. "It's a mystery that can keep dealership management up at night, and one they're continually trying to solve. This service can help answer the 'why not' question for dealers."
VC3 survey calls can be targeted to consumers who chose not to make a purchase at the dealership, or they can be placed to customers after a vehicle sale or service appointment is completed. Prior to performing customer calls, VC3 processes are developed on-site with Reynolds' implementation experts to help tailor the service to the dealership.
Call results and any customer appointments generated from the VC3 surveys are loaded directly into the dealership's ERA Contact Management system for immediate use by dealership personnel. Moreover, VC3 survey reports provide dealership management with timely, constructive feedback they can use to improve operations and create a better experience for their customers. By acting on what they learn from the VC3 surveys, dealership managers can improve operations to ultimately create more satisfied buyers and increase sales, which dealerships who participated in the initial rollout VC3 were able do and see results.
"The Virtual Customer Care Center is one more way Reynolds is focused on helping dealerships make the most of every sales and service customer interaction, which is particularly important in light of the current economic climate," Hiers concluded. "Through this service, we're able to put in place the consistent processes, skilled resources, and robust reporting tools that enable dealerships to maintain high customer satisfaction, improve their operations, and achieve their desired business results."
For more information about the Virtual Customer Care Center, Contact Management, and Reynolds Consulting Services, visit http://www.reyrey.com.
About Reynolds
Reynolds and Reynolds is the automotive industry's largest and most trusted provider of automobile dealership software, services, and forms to help dealerships improve business results. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, with major operations in Houston and College Station, Texas, and Celina, Ohio. (http://www.reyrey.com)
"A common theme among dealers that we hear in our conversations with them and in our research is that they want to know why a customer left their dealership without buying a car," said Trey Hiers, vice president, Corporate Marketing, at Reynolds. "It's a mystery that can keep dealership management up at night, and one they're continually trying to solve. This service can help answer the 'why not' question for dealers."
VC3 survey calls can be targeted to consumers who chose not to make a purchase at the dealership, or they can be placed to customers after a vehicle sale or service appointment is completed. Prior to performing customer calls, VC3 processes are developed on-site with Reynolds' implementation experts to help tailor the service to the dealership.
Call results and any customer appointments generated from the VC3 surveys are loaded directly into the dealership's ERA Contact Management system for immediate use by dealership personnel. Moreover, VC3 survey reports provide dealership management with timely, constructive feedback they can use to improve operations and create a better experience for their customers. By acting on what they learn from the VC3 surveys, dealership managers can improve operations to ultimately create more satisfied buyers and increase sales, which dealerships who participated in the initial rollout VC3 were able do and see results.
"The Virtual Customer Care Center is one more way Reynolds is focused on helping dealerships make the most of every sales and service customer interaction, which is particularly important in light of the current economic climate," Hiers concluded. "Through this service, we're able to put in place the consistent processes, skilled resources, and robust reporting tools that enable dealerships to maintain high customer satisfaction, improve their operations, and achieve their desired business results."
For more information about the Virtual Customer Care Center, Contact Management, and Reynolds Consulting Services, visit http://www.reyrey.com.
About Reynolds
Reynolds and Reynolds is the automotive industry's largest and most trusted provider of automobile dealership software, services, and forms to help dealerships improve business results. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, with major operations in Houston and College Station, Texas, and Celina, Ohio. (http://www.reyrey.com)
The Center for Talent Solutions Announces HR Performance Consulting Guides
The Center for Talent Solutions is pleased to announce the release of its latest offering, HR Performance Consulting Guides. Dave Jacobs, VP of Talent Solutions, Center for Talent Solutions, says, “We have been working with our clients for several years on building their HR internal resource performance consulting capabilities to achieve certain needed talent results within their internal client groups. These guides are a culmination of that work and reflective of the need we see in the market for affordable tools HR can use to really make an impact within their organizations.”
The Center for Talent Solutions is pleased to announce the release of its latest offering, HR Performance Consulting Guides. Dave Jacobs, VP of Talent Solutions, Center for Talent Solutions, says, “We have been working with our clients for several years on building their HR internal resource performance consulting capabilities to achieve certain needed talent results within their internal client groups. These guides are a culmination of that work and reflective of the need we see in the market for affordable tools HR can use to really make an impact within their organizations.”
The HR Performance Consulting Guides solve for five key HR areas: Engaging talent to perform at the highest level, Building talent to execute the operating plan, Leveraging talent to put the best people on the biggest opportunities, Retaining talent required to prosper long term, and Attracting talent required to prosper long term. Each of the five guides provides: guidelines for success, core business diagnostic questions, HR resources contracting questions, links to supporting internal company resources, selected talent solutions, and the methods to identify the impact on business results. They help HR Business Partners be more strategic in helping their organizations drive business results through employees.
According to Dr. Ashley Fields, Senior Director of HR at BMC Software, “The Performance Consulting Guides provide our HR Business Partners a concise operational tool when addressing the people issues that have the highest impact on the business. They are so easy to use that our managers also use their processes and tools to engage their employees. These tools give us a consistent process and language across internal business units and geographical areas that we did not have before.”
The Performance Consulting Guides are available in a convenient Take Action Solutions website format, bound printed books, or as a electronic file to be loaded on a company intranet. To support use and implementation, a complimentary web-based training is provided for HR Business Partners or HR internal resources.
To learn more about the Performance Consulting Guides or the Center for Talent Solutions products and services, click here or call us at 800....
ABOUT THE CENTER FOR TALENT SOLUTIONS
The Center for Talent Solutions, with operating business units Center for Talent Retention, Center for Talent Management, Center for Diverse Talent, and Center for Knowledge Management, is the leading expert on “taking action” to increase human capital results. They offer a full range of talent/employee solutions guaranteed to equip your organization, managers, HR professionals, and teams to take action to make a real impact on organization results by bringing together the best talent practices needed to attract, engage, build, leverage, and retain employees. They are known in the industry as an elite partner equipping companies like: General Electric, Unilever, Progress Energy, Microsoft, Becton Dickinson, Booz Allen Hamilton, Baylor Healthcare, ADP, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, EMC, and BMC Software, John Deere, The Home Depot, and McDonalds to increase business performance through
people.
The Center for Talent Solutions is pleased to announce the release of its latest offering, HR Performance Consulting Guides. Dave Jacobs, VP of Talent Solutions, Center for Talent Solutions, says, “We have been working with our clients for several years on building their HR internal resource performance consulting capabilities to achieve certain needed talent results within their internal client groups. These guides are a culmination of that work and reflective of the need we see in the market for affordable tools HR can use to really make an impact within their organizations.”
The HR Performance Consulting Guides solve for five key HR areas: Engaging talent to perform at the highest level, Building talent to execute the operating plan, Leveraging talent to put the best people on the biggest opportunities, Retaining talent required to prosper long term, and Attracting talent required to prosper long term. Each of the five guides provides: guidelines for success, core business diagnostic questions, HR resources contracting questions, links to supporting internal company resources, selected talent solutions, and the methods to identify the impact on business results. They help HR Business Partners be more strategic in helping their organizations drive business results through employees.
According to Dr. Ashley Fields, Senior Director of HR at BMC Software, “The Performance Consulting Guides provide our HR Business Partners a concise operational tool when addressing the people issues that have the highest impact on the business. They are so easy to use that our managers also use their processes and tools to engage their employees. These tools give us a consistent process and language across internal business units and geographical areas that we did not have before.”
The Performance Consulting Guides are available in a convenient Take Action Solutions website format, bound printed books, or as a electronic file to be loaded on a company intranet. To support use and implementation, a complimentary web-based training is provided for HR Business Partners or HR internal resources.
To learn more about the Performance Consulting Guides or the Center for Talent Solutions products and services, click here or call us at 800....
ABOUT THE CENTER FOR TALENT SOLUTIONS
The Center for Talent Solutions, with operating business units Center for Talent Retention, Center for Talent Management, Center for Diverse Talent, and Center for Knowledge Management, is the leading expert on “taking action” to increase human capital results. They offer a full range of talent/employee solutions guaranteed to equip your organization, managers, HR professionals, and teams to take action to make a real impact on organization results by bringing together the best talent practices needed to attract, engage, build, leverage, and retain employees. They are known in the industry as an elite partner equipping companies like: General Electric, Unilever, Progress Energy, Microsoft, Becton Dickinson, Booz Allen Hamilton, Baylor Healthcare, ADP, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, EMC, and BMC Software, John Deere, The Home Depot, and McDonalds to increase business performance through
people.
Securities Litigation and Consulting Group, Inc. Releases Updated Report
Securities Litigation and Consulting Group, Inc. ("SLCG") has issued an updated report on six Regions Morgan Keegan (RMK) bond funds: Advantage Income Fund (RMA), High Income Fund (RMH), Strategic Income Fund (RSF), Multi-Sector High Income Fund (RHY), Select High Income Fund (MKHIX) and Select Intermediate Bond Fund (MKIBX).
The SLCG report explains how the RMK funds collectively lost $2 billion in 2007 because they held concentrated holdings of low-priority tranches in structured finance deals backed by risky debt including subprime mortgages and credit default swaps. The study concludes that losses suffered by investors in these funds were not the result of a "flight to quality" or a "mortgage meltdown".
The study shows that RMK misrepresented hundreds of millions of dollars of illiquid asset-backed securities in its SEC filings as corporate bonds and preferred stocks thereby making the funds seem more diversified and less risky than they were. The study also illustrates how, contrary to Securities and Exchange Commission guidance, RMK repeatedly compared the performance of its funds to an index - the Lehman Brothers Ba Index - that contained only corporate bonds and no structured finance securities despite the fact that the funds invested 60% to 70% of their portfolios in structured finance. In addition, the study reports that Morgan Keegan -- the broker-dealer -- misled investors by comparing the performance of the Select High Income Fund to the CSFB High Yield Index which, like the Lehman Brothers index contained none of the securities that dominated the RMK fund's portfolio.
This study and other working papers are available at http://www.slcg.com/research.php.
Securities Litigation and Consulting Group, Inc. ("SLCG") is a financial economics consulting firm based in the Virginia suburbs outside of Washington, DC. SLCG provides consulting services and expert witnesses to law firms, publicly-traded corporations, banks, brokerage firms and individuals involved in complex litigation throughout the United States. SLCG's staff includes PhD, MA and BA level professionals with academic, industry and government experience. Its experts have testified in state and federal court and in various arbitration forums.
For further information about SLCG or its research, please contact Dr. Craig McCann at 703-246-9381, craigmccann@slcg.com or visit us at http://www.slcg.com.
The SLCG report explains how the RMK funds collectively lost $2 billion in 2007 because they held concentrated holdings of low-priority tranches in structured finance deals backed by risky debt including subprime mortgages and credit default swaps. The study concludes that losses suffered by investors in these funds were not the result of a "flight to quality" or a "mortgage meltdown".
The study shows that RMK misrepresented hundreds of millions of dollars of illiquid asset-backed securities in its SEC filings as corporate bonds and preferred stocks thereby making the funds seem more diversified and less risky than they were. The study also illustrates how, contrary to Securities and Exchange Commission guidance, RMK repeatedly compared the performance of its funds to an index - the Lehman Brothers Ba Index - that contained only corporate bonds and no structured finance securities despite the fact that the funds invested 60% to 70% of their portfolios in structured finance. In addition, the study reports that Morgan Keegan -- the broker-dealer -- misled investors by comparing the performance of the Select High Income Fund to the CSFB High Yield Index which, like the Lehman Brothers index contained none of the securities that dominated the RMK fund's portfolio.
This study and other working papers are available at http://www.slcg.com/research.php.
Securities Litigation and Consulting Group, Inc. ("SLCG") is a financial economics consulting firm based in the Virginia suburbs outside of Washington, DC. SLCG provides consulting services and expert witnesses to law firms, publicly-traded corporations, banks, brokerage firms and individuals involved in complex litigation throughout the United States. SLCG's staff includes PhD, MA and BA level professionals with academic, industry and government experience. Its experts have testified in state and federal court and in various arbitration forums.
For further information about SLCG or its research, please contact Dr. Craig McCann at 703-246-9381, craigmccann@slcg.com or visit us at http://www.slcg.com.
Shift Worldwide Announces Management Consulting Firm Launch
Business and management consultant Paul Trout announced the launch of a new consulting firm, Shift Worldwide. The firm, which helps organizations change unproductive attitudes into hope while effecting dramatic, sustainable results, began serving clients in October 2008. The Shift Worldwide Web site went live on Jan. 22, 2009.
Founder and CEO Paul Trout, 39, formerly a partner with Akina Corporation, established Shift Worldwide based on his desire to serve corporate clients and professional services companies as they adapt to a worldwide shift underway in business, technology and communications.
"Advances in communication and technology present the business community with a paradox: they have greater access to talent and new markets to expand their business, but are now faced with the reality that competitors are not just local or regional, they are global," said Trout. "Organizations may have strategies in place to deal with such shifts but the real question is: Can they implement? Our approach is to increase their odds of implementing their strategy by tackling hidden - and sometimes not so hidden - attitudes and behaviors while simultaneously instilling a sense of organizational hope."
Shift Worldwide provides customized research, team facilitation, training and coaching services to executives and their teams on an individual or group basis. It operates four businesses: Strategic Initiatives Consulting, International Business Consulting, Professional Services Business Development Training and Business Bed and Breakfast Leadership Retreats. Among its offerings are leadership team 360 feedback, qualitative market research, building buy-in group facilitation, ideation aspiration, initiative rollout communication training, organizational integration training, and leadership, political and communication coaching.
One of the firm's initial engagements was the development and delivery of a training program aimed at increasing employee accountability at Kohn Law Firm, a law and debt collection firm based in Milwaukee, Wisc. A wave of new business has helped Kohn grow substantially over the past several years, which has increased the number of employees, but has reduced the level of accountability from one department to another. Working with Kohn Law Firm, Shift Worldwide developed an innovative training module that involved the entire 100-person firm setting the stage for "raising the bar" within their firm in 2009. "The research and tailoring that went into the program to personalize it to our firm was evident. It won over even our most cynical staff member by its targeted message," said Brenda Majewski, administrator at Kohn Law Firm. "We are still feeling the buzz from this experience."
Additionally, Shift Worldwide helped the leaders of accounting firm RitzHolman CPAs in Milwaukee, Wisc. identify their own and one another's strengths and issues through a custom-designed 360 Leadership engagement. The custom feedback survey captured the subjective observations of each leader about their own and others' performances and combined it with an external assessment to eliminate any bias. Based on the results, the leadership team was able to acknowledge strengths and assign new roles in a one-day group meeting facilitated by Shift Worldwide. "This worked significantly better than I could have ever imagined," said Andrew C. Holman, CPA, partner at RitzHolman CPAs.
A former corporate executive and sales coach, Shift Worldwide founder Paul Trout has nearly two decades of experience in a host of environments including government, corporate, financial services, high tech, manufacturing and consulting. Most recently he was a partner at Chicago-based Akina Corporation, a firm offering coaching and mentoring-based sales training for attorneys and corporations. Trout has established an alliance partnership with Akina, and in addition to serving clients with its own custom-developed programs, Shift Worldwide now offers the full suite of Akina training.
Earlier in his career Trout was a consultant at IBM, where he was selected as one of 12 outstanding business consultants highlighted in a global marketing campaign entitled, "Who Do You Need?" Trout graduated with a bachelor's degree in Urban Studies and Planning from the University of California at San Diego and earned a Master's of Business Administration in Marketing and Information Systems from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University.
Shift Worldwide is headquartered in Chicago and has consulting alliances on four additional continents, Asia, Australia, Europe and South America.
Founder and CEO Paul Trout, 39, formerly a partner with Akina Corporation, established Shift Worldwide based on his desire to serve corporate clients and professional services companies as they adapt to a worldwide shift underway in business, technology and communications.
"Advances in communication and technology present the business community with a paradox: they have greater access to talent and new markets to expand their business, but are now faced with the reality that competitors are not just local or regional, they are global," said Trout. "Organizations may have strategies in place to deal with such shifts but the real question is: Can they implement? Our approach is to increase their odds of implementing their strategy by tackling hidden - and sometimes not so hidden - attitudes and behaviors while simultaneously instilling a sense of organizational hope."
Shift Worldwide provides customized research, team facilitation, training and coaching services to executives and their teams on an individual or group basis. It operates four businesses: Strategic Initiatives Consulting, International Business Consulting, Professional Services Business Development Training and Business Bed and Breakfast Leadership Retreats. Among its offerings are leadership team 360 feedback, qualitative market research, building buy-in group facilitation, ideation aspiration, initiative rollout communication training, organizational integration training, and leadership, political and communication coaching.
One of the firm's initial engagements was the development and delivery of a training program aimed at increasing employee accountability at Kohn Law Firm, a law and debt collection firm based in Milwaukee, Wisc. A wave of new business has helped Kohn grow substantially over the past several years, which has increased the number of employees, but has reduced the level of accountability from one department to another. Working with Kohn Law Firm, Shift Worldwide developed an innovative training module that involved the entire 100-person firm setting the stage for "raising the bar" within their firm in 2009. "The research and tailoring that went into the program to personalize it to our firm was evident. It won over even our most cynical staff member by its targeted message," said Brenda Majewski, administrator at Kohn Law Firm. "We are still feeling the buzz from this experience."
Additionally, Shift Worldwide helped the leaders of accounting firm RitzHolman CPAs in Milwaukee, Wisc. identify their own and one another's strengths and issues through a custom-designed 360 Leadership engagement. The custom feedback survey captured the subjective observations of each leader about their own and others' performances and combined it with an external assessment to eliminate any bias. Based on the results, the leadership team was able to acknowledge strengths and assign new roles in a one-day group meeting facilitated by Shift Worldwide. "This worked significantly better than I could have ever imagined," said Andrew C. Holman, CPA, partner at RitzHolman CPAs.
A former corporate executive and sales coach, Shift Worldwide founder Paul Trout has nearly two decades of experience in a host of environments including government, corporate, financial services, high tech, manufacturing and consulting. Most recently he was a partner at Chicago-based Akina Corporation, a firm offering coaching and mentoring-based sales training for attorneys and corporations. Trout has established an alliance partnership with Akina, and in addition to serving clients with its own custom-developed programs, Shift Worldwide now offers the full suite of Akina training.
Earlier in his career Trout was a consultant at IBM, where he was selected as one of 12 outstanding business consultants highlighted in a global marketing campaign entitled, "Who Do You Need?" Trout graduated with a bachelor's degree in Urban Studies and Planning from the University of California at San Diego and earned a Master's of Business Administration in Marketing and Information Systems from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University.
Shift Worldwide is headquartered in Chicago and has consulting alliances on four additional continents, Asia, Australia, Europe and South America.
Customer Lifecycle, LLC Launches Marketing and Research Consulting Services to Maximize the Value of Customer Loyalty Research Investment
Customer Lifecycle, LLC today launched marketing and research consulting services to assist large and small Business-to-Business companies achieve greater value and better business results from their loyalty research through comprehensive deployment and integration of research results into the day-to-day operations of the organization. The group focuses on meeting companies' continuing need for higher returns on loyalty research by effectively incorporating customer requirements into key functions and processes that drive growth in market share, revenue, and profitability.
What differentiates Customer Lifecycle, LLC from other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) initiatives is its end-to-end approach to planning, execution and deployment to ensure effective use of the research findings. This approach and its success are based on:
1. Clear, up-front understanding and agreement among key stakeholders and end users on the objectives and their readiness and commitment to take ownership of implementation of the results.
2. Experienced support for or execution of rigorous research focused on business loyalty challenges during the research process; regardless of who conducts thje survey
3. Thorough integration of customer requirements into the daily operations of the organization at the deployment stage.
4. Reliable performance metrics at the business outcomes stage.
James Salter, Principal and founder of Customer Loyalty LLC, states, "Customer loyalty and retention are major drivers of business success, and conducting research to fully understand those drivers is an important strategic business investment, particularly in today's market environment. Unfortunately, much of the value companies could gain from research is lost due to planning challenges and the failure to thoroughly integrate the results into what the company does day-by-day and in the field."
Salter adds, "Our approach is holistic, market-focused, and carefully structured. It ensures that a company will more effectively consider and incorporate the voice of the customer in its daily management and operations, thus better aligning their value propositions and processes with the granular needs of the marketplace. The outcomes are balanced, customer-focused performance metrics, improved financial outcomes, and a superior total customer experience."
To learn more at about Customer Lifecycle LLC, go to www.customerlifecycle.us.
About Customer Lifecycle, LLC
www.customerlifecycle.us
Customer Lifecycle is committed to providing clients the best possible results from their loyalty research through better planning, execution, and deployment. Successful loyalty initiatives frequently need to address stakeholder groups and operating issues that require unusual expertise and particular skills. We have established alliances with some of the leading experts in loyalty, employee engagement, human resources management, organizational development and scorecarding to add their experience and insights when the need arises. We will continue to build these special relationships as we move forward with our clients.
About the Founder
Prior to establishing Customer Lifecycle, LLC, James Salter was Senior Consultant at the Loyalty Research Center and before that, Senior Vice President of the Customer Loyalty Division at Harris Interactive and one of the founders of its loyalty practice.
About the Alliance Partners
www.loyaltyresearch.com
Loyalty Research Center is a full service research and consulting company serving clients in the B2B, B2C space and Associations. It measures and manages customer and/or employee satisfaction and loyalty. Using scientific modeling and best practices research, LRC designs custom programs that help companies attract new customers, retain profitable customers, engage employees and grow business.
www.metrusgroup.com
Metrus Group is an industry leader in strategic performance measurement and organizational assessment. For 20 years the company has helped successful and challenging businesses worldwide to achieve superior, sustainable business results through the development of their "People Equity" and a high performance culture.
What differentiates Customer Lifecycle, LLC from other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) initiatives is its end-to-end approach to planning, execution and deployment to ensure effective use of the research findings. This approach and its success are based on:
1. Clear, up-front understanding and agreement among key stakeholders and end users on the objectives and their readiness and commitment to take ownership of implementation of the results.
2. Experienced support for or execution of rigorous research focused on business loyalty challenges during the research process; regardless of who conducts thje survey
3. Thorough integration of customer requirements into the daily operations of the organization at the deployment stage.
4. Reliable performance metrics at the business outcomes stage.
James Salter, Principal and founder of Customer Loyalty LLC, states, "Customer loyalty and retention are major drivers of business success, and conducting research to fully understand those drivers is an important strategic business investment, particularly in today's market environment. Unfortunately, much of the value companies could gain from research is lost due to planning challenges and the failure to thoroughly integrate the results into what the company does day-by-day and in the field."
Salter adds, "Our approach is holistic, market-focused, and carefully structured. It ensures that a company will more effectively consider and incorporate the voice of the customer in its daily management and operations, thus better aligning their value propositions and processes with the granular needs of the marketplace. The outcomes are balanced, customer-focused performance metrics, improved financial outcomes, and a superior total customer experience."
To learn more at about Customer Lifecycle LLC, go to www.customerlifecycle.us.
About Customer Lifecycle, LLC
www.customerlifecycle.us
Customer Lifecycle is committed to providing clients the best possible results from their loyalty research through better planning, execution, and deployment. Successful loyalty initiatives frequently need to address stakeholder groups and operating issues that require unusual expertise and particular skills. We have established alliances with some of the leading experts in loyalty, employee engagement, human resources management, organizational development and scorecarding to add their experience and insights when the need arises. We will continue to build these special relationships as we move forward with our clients.
About the Founder
Prior to establishing Customer Lifecycle, LLC, James Salter was Senior Consultant at the Loyalty Research Center and before that, Senior Vice President of the Customer Loyalty Division at Harris Interactive and one of the founders of its loyalty practice.
About the Alliance Partners
www.loyaltyresearch.com
Loyalty Research Center is a full service research and consulting company serving clients in the B2B, B2C space and Associations. It measures and manages customer and/or employee satisfaction and loyalty. Using scientific modeling and best practices research, LRC designs custom programs that help companies attract new customers, retain profitable customers, engage employees and grow business.
www.metrusgroup.com
Metrus Group is an industry leader in strategic performance measurement and organizational assessment. For 20 years the company has helped successful and challenging businesses worldwide to achieve superior, sustainable business results through the development of their "People Equity" and a high performance culture.
FramedArt-To-Go.com Hires Cornerstone Consulting For E-commerce Website Development
Cornerstone Consulting, Inc., 5550 West Executive Drive Ste 240 Tampa, FL 33609, Announces the launch of a new and exciting website for FramedArt-To-Go™ at http://www.FramedArt-To-Go.com. This innovative e-commerce website concept provides a more efficient way for online consumers to purchase quality matted and framed artwork at discounted prices. The site was designed with integrated accounting, inventory, e-commerce and internet technologies to facilitate real-time order status information, instantaneous viewing of tracking numbers, secure SSL encrypted transactions and much more. By implementing a streamlined accounting, inventory and e-commerce solution, the employees of FramedArt-To-Go.com easily maintain: accurate sales forecasting, appropriate inventory levels, a lean business operation, sufficient company resources, customer loyalty and increased revenue generation.
“The launch of the FramedArt-To-Go.com website is exhilarating,” says David Boos, President of Cornerstone Consulting, Inc. “The website represents our on-going commitment to enabling our clients to employ efficient, streamlined and integrated information technology products and services. Providing FramedArt-To-Go.com with an integrated accounting, inventory and e-commerce software system is extremely rewarding. In this difficult economic period, many can no longer afford to waste time and resources by using inefficient, non-integrated software applications in the conduct of their businesses.” He added, “We are resellers and implementation specialists of an integrated accounting, e-commerce and inventory management software solution called Comgine. We’ve recommended this streamlined solution to ensure that our clients maintain: accurate sales forecasting, appropriate inventory levels, a lean business operation, availability of company resources, customer loyalty and increased revenues.”
Comgine reduces transaction costs, streamlines the online ordering processes and generates additional profits from web store sales. When items are purchased through an integrated e-commerce website, as opposed to a non-integrated website, pertinent information is processed through the accounting and inventory management software without any duplication of data entry. An integrated system is efficient: the order comes in from the website; the system fulfills the order from stock and orders replacement inventory from vendor; a payable is created; the picking/packing ticket is created; the product is shipped; the web payment is applied to order/ invoice; and, paid invoice and tracking information is automatically emailed to the customer. Mr. Boos stated, “We believe that it is our duty to deliver exceptional business management products and customer service to all clients. The continued success of our business model, which includes our continually growing e-commerce website development division, is a direct reflection of the quality of our skilled employees and technologically savvy clients.”
Capitalizing on over twenty-five years of technology consulting, implementation of ERP systems, custom programming and maintaining extensive business relationships with thousands of clients, Cornerstone Consulting focuses on making streamlined business management software and technology process improvements an enjoyable experience for their clients. Many business leaders embraced the concept of implementing integrated accounting, e-commerce and inventory management software systems to streamline business processes, reduce overhead and improve efficiencies. As a result of those successes, Cornerstone Consulting has become the leading reseller and implementation specialists for Comgine e-commerce software. Numerous industry leading manufacturers, distributors, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies leverage Comgine e-commerce software not only to sell goods to online consumers, but also to make their organizations more efficient.
Mr. Boos stated: “Even though we are primarily considered ERP consultants, Sage Software and SAP Business One implementation specialists and custom (SQL, .NET, ColdFusion, Visual FoxPro and more) programming experts, we have become a leading provider of integrated accounting, inventory and e-commerce software applications to small and midsized enterprises. In conjunction with our corporate mission, our goal is to help clients leverage technology to their competitive advantage. To achieve that objective, we hire exceptional programmers, technical writers, graphic designers, e-commerce website developers and project managers. Cornerstone employs only the most talented and technologically advanced people so that our team consistently delivers preeminent business software solutions and services for our clients. Further, we thrive on distinguishing ourselves from the competition by embracing constructive change. Transforming the technological infrastructure of our core business to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients reinforces our reputation of excellence.”
About FramedArt-To-Go.com
In 2008, FramedArt-To-Go.com was formed to offer to the online community the same fine artwork that has been available to hundreds of thousands of satisfied buyers through numerous retail outlets across the entire United States. FramedArt-To-Go.com is a privately owned company that offers a diverse selection of framed artwork, as well as high quality Giclee, at substantially discounted prices to the online marketplace. The large inventory of art includes abstract, architecture, coastal, cuisine, floral, still life, landscape, nature, sports, leisure and wildlife framed prints. To make the online art shopping experience convenient for consumers, FramedArt-To-Go.com has taken the guesswork out of matting and framing. The quality artwork available at FramedArt-To-Go.com is matted, framed and shipped directly to the homes and offices of online consumers. For further information about the company, please visit the company’s website: http://www.FramedArt-To-Go.com.
About Cornerstone Consulting, Inc.
Cornerstone Consulting Inc. is a reseller of Comgine's integrated e-commerce applications and a leading provider of Sage Software and SAP Business One business management software solutions to small and mid-market organizations. Founded in 1983, Cornerstone is a privately-owned company that provides a full suite of information technology for numerous small and mid-sized business clients in North America, Europe, South America, the Caribbean and Canada. Cornerstone provides clients with the ability to make faster business decisions, experience profitable growth and outperform the competition through the use of integrated, unified, streamlined, simple-to-use, scalable and customizable software. Our products and services support accounting, operations, customer relationship management, human resources, and a variety of specific needs of the wholesale distribution, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and manufacturing industries. Cornerstone's services include: system integration for LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless and Internet networks, Custom Programming, EDI, Barcodes and Scanning, RFID, E-commerce, Website Design and Hosting, Security, Networks, Remote Monitoring, VOIP and Custom Web Application Development. Headquartered in Tampa, FL at 5550 West Executive Drive., Suite 240, Vice President, Eleanor Mullaney can be reached at (813) 321-1300.
For further information about our company, please visit the company's website: http://www.Cornerstone1.com.
“The launch of the FramedArt-To-Go.com website is exhilarating,” says David Boos, President of Cornerstone Consulting, Inc. “The website represents our on-going commitment to enabling our clients to employ efficient, streamlined and integrated information technology products and services. Providing FramedArt-To-Go.com with an integrated accounting, inventory and e-commerce software system is extremely rewarding. In this difficult economic period, many can no longer afford to waste time and resources by using inefficient, non-integrated software applications in the conduct of their businesses.” He added, “We are resellers and implementation specialists of an integrated accounting, e-commerce and inventory management software solution called Comgine. We’ve recommended this streamlined solution to ensure that our clients maintain: accurate sales forecasting, appropriate inventory levels, a lean business operation, availability of company resources, customer loyalty and increased revenues.”
Comgine reduces transaction costs, streamlines the online ordering processes and generates additional profits from web store sales. When items are purchased through an integrated e-commerce website, as opposed to a non-integrated website, pertinent information is processed through the accounting and inventory management software without any duplication of data entry. An integrated system is efficient: the order comes in from the website; the system fulfills the order from stock and orders replacement inventory from vendor; a payable is created; the picking/packing ticket is created; the product is shipped; the web payment is applied to order/ invoice; and, paid invoice and tracking information is automatically emailed to the customer. Mr. Boos stated, “We believe that it is our duty to deliver exceptional business management products and customer service to all clients. The continued success of our business model, which includes our continually growing e-commerce website development division, is a direct reflection of the quality of our skilled employees and technologically savvy clients.”
Capitalizing on over twenty-five years of technology consulting, implementation of ERP systems, custom programming and maintaining extensive business relationships with thousands of clients, Cornerstone Consulting focuses on making streamlined business management software and technology process improvements an enjoyable experience for their clients. Many business leaders embraced the concept of implementing integrated accounting, e-commerce and inventory management software systems to streamline business processes, reduce overhead and improve efficiencies. As a result of those successes, Cornerstone Consulting has become the leading reseller and implementation specialists for Comgine e-commerce software. Numerous industry leading manufacturers, distributors, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies leverage Comgine e-commerce software not only to sell goods to online consumers, but also to make their organizations more efficient.
Mr. Boos stated: “Even though we are primarily considered ERP consultants, Sage Software and SAP Business One implementation specialists and custom (SQL, .NET, ColdFusion, Visual FoxPro and more) programming experts, we have become a leading provider of integrated accounting, inventory and e-commerce software applications to small and midsized enterprises. In conjunction with our corporate mission, our goal is to help clients leverage technology to their competitive advantage. To achieve that objective, we hire exceptional programmers, technical writers, graphic designers, e-commerce website developers and project managers. Cornerstone employs only the most talented and technologically advanced people so that our team consistently delivers preeminent business software solutions and services for our clients. Further, we thrive on distinguishing ourselves from the competition by embracing constructive change. Transforming the technological infrastructure of our core business to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients reinforces our reputation of excellence.”
About FramedArt-To-Go.com
In 2008, FramedArt-To-Go.com was formed to offer to the online community the same fine artwork that has been available to hundreds of thousands of satisfied buyers through numerous retail outlets across the entire United States. FramedArt-To-Go.com is a privately owned company that offers a diverse selection of framed artwork, as well as high quality Giclee, at substantially discounted prices to the online marketplace. The large inventory of art includes abstract, architecture, coastal, cuisine, floral, still life, landscape, nature, sports, leisure and wildlife framed prints. To make the online art shopping experience convenient for consumers, FramedArt-To-Go.com has taken the guesswork out of matting and framing. The quality artwork available at FramedArt-To-Go.com is matted, framed and shipped directly to the homes and offices of online consumers. For further information about the company, please visit the company’s website: http://www.FramedArt-To-Go.com.
About Cornerstone Consulting, Inc.
Cornerstone Consulting Inc. is a reseller of Comgine's integrated e-commerce applications and a leading provider of Sage Software and SAP Business One business management software solutions to small and mid-market organizations. Founded in 1983, Cornerstone is a privately-owned company that provides a full suite of information technology for numerous small and mid-sized business clients in North America, Europe, South America, the Caribbean and Canada. Cornerstone provides clients with the ability to make faster business decisions, experience profitable growth and outperform the competition through the use of integrated, unified, streamlined, simple-to-use, scalable and customizable software. Our products and services support accounting, operations, customer relationship management, human resources, and a variety of specific needs of the wholesale distribution, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and manufacturing industries. Cornerstone's services include: system integration for LAN, WAN, VPN, wireless and Internet networks, Custom Programming, EDI, Barcodes and Scanning, RFID, E-commerce, Website Design and Hosting, Security, Networks, Remote Monitoring, VOIP and Custom Web Application Development. Headquartered in Tampa, FL at 5550 West Executive Drive., Suite 240, Vice President, Eleanor Mullaney can be reached at (813) 321-1300.
For further information about our company, please visit the company's website: http://www.Cornerstone1.com.
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