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Ultimate Software Receives Herrmann International Learning Award
At the yearly meeting of its Knowledge Services Group, Ultimate Software was presented with the Herrmann International Learning Award, recognizing its commitment and application of Whole Brain® Thinking to improve performance and results throughout the business. “Ultimate... - November 27, 2013 - Herrmann International
Big Green Head Launches Pilot Recycling Program at Evening Street Elementary School and Reduces Waste Headed to Landfill by 80 Percent
New Recycling Program Results in Nearly 3,000 Lbs. of Waste Diverted from Landfills in Just Six Weeks, Heading Toward Goal of a “Zero Waste” Cafeteria - November 27, 2013 - Big Green Head
A Competitive Advantage: Mario DePaola Joins Prana Business as a Certified Partner
Mario DePaola has decided to join Prana Business in order to use their innovative Line of Sight strategy assessment tool. - November 26, 2013 - Prana Business
Infosys - BT Win UK’s National Outsourcing Association Award
Infosys and BT have been honored for excellence in telecommunication, utilities, and hi-tech outsourcing for field engineer mobility solution by NOA. - November 24, 2013 - Infosys
Daniel Levine: Hyper-Segmentation is Coming in to Focus
Corporations are joining the trend of focusing in on smaller groups. - November 23, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Voicebrook Announces New Client Acquisitions
Voicebrook continues to be the industry leading choice for pathology departments using voice recognition. - November 22, 2013 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Krishna Palepu Named a Fellow of the International Academy of Management
The International Academy of Management has named Krishna G. Palepu as a Fellow. Professor Krishna Palepu is the Ross Graham Walker Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and Senior Advisor to the President of Harvard University for Global Strategy. Professor Palepu is a... - November 22, 2013 - Palepu Consulting, L.L.C.
Hill, Chesson & Woody and CAI Launch 2013 N.C. Healthcare Benefits & Costs Survey
North Carolina Benefits Firm and Local HR Management Firm Partner to Provide Annual Survey Comparing an Organization’s Healthcare Costs to the Marketplace. - November 22, 2013 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
Lucintel “PESTLE Analysis of Qatar 2013”: Economy to Witness High Growth and Reach $275 Billion by 2018
The overly hydrocarbons-reliant economy of Qatar is likely to experience high growth and reach $275.5 billion at the current price by 2018. The Government’s goal to transform Qatar from a carbon-based economy to a knowledge-based one by increasing investments in service sector is expected to... - November 22, 2013 - Lucintel
Infosys BPO Positioned as a Leader in Everest Group’s 2013 Procurement Outsourcing PEAK Matrix
Infosys BPO, a subsidiary of Infosys, today announced that it has been positioned in the Leaders category in Everest Group’s Procurement Outsourcing (PO) Service Provider Landscape with PEAK Matrix Assessment 2013 report. The report identifies Infosys BPO as a '2013 PO Market Star Performer'... - November 22, 2013 - Infosys
Thurman Hotel Consulting Expands Hospitality Management Services
Gwen Thurman Consultants Now Thurman Hotel Consultants - November 21, 2013 - Thurman Hotel Consultants
Galain Solutions Releases Survey to Identify Emergency Alert Topics
Alert Informational Series to be Produced for Public Safety and Campus Emergency Community. - November 21, 2013 - Galain Solutions, Inc.
ContentWise Knowledge Factory: Metadata Augmentation Out of the Box
ContentWise is pleased to announce the brand-new ContentWise Knowledge Factory, an enterprise-grade add-on to the ContentWise discovery solution that is designed to create semantic metadata mashups. - November 21, 2013 - Moviri
Loui Consulting Group Inc Successfully Submits Bid for GSA One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services( OASIS)
LOUi Consulting Group Inc (LCGI) has successfully submitted their GSA OASIS Small Business proposal for pools #1 and #3. LCGI is currently working to build a team for work under this GSA Multiple Award Schedule. OASIS is expected to award over $60B in contracts for products and services under this... - November 21, 2013 - Loui Consulting Group Inc
The Weidt Group Names New Principals
Energy and Software Consulting Firm Recognizes Leadership in Des Moines and Minneapolis Offices. - November 20, 2013 - The Weidt Group
WikiTrend.org: The Biking Trend Kicks in to High Gear
Trends-spotters are seeing an influx in bicycle-related ideas. - November 20, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Over 40 Million People Shopping Online in Brazil in 2013
The recent "Brazil B2C E-Commerce Report 2013" by Hamburg-based secondary market research company yStats.com provides information about consumer purchases of goods and services online in the largest South American nation. The report reveals that B2C E-Commerce in Brazil is by far the largest market for B2C E-Commerce in Latin America. - November 20, 2013 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
Book Series Supported by Online Marketplace for Funding and Advertising
Online Marketplaces Leading the Way in Advertising, Funding, and Project Development - November 20, 2013 - Small Biz Thoughts
WK Dickson Wins Award for Unique Collaboration for the Preservation of a North Carolina Landmark
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the new Barbecue Park project in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. - November 19, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
Institute of Solar Technology Launches Solar Power Training for Youth
"With globalization around and job potential reducing, unemployment is one of the major problems in India. On the other hand there is huge untapped potential for solar energy utilization at all levels," said Mr. S. Roy, Director of Institute of Solar Technology. IST appeals all unemployed youth to use their energy for self employment in the field of renewable energy. This will give the satisfaction of serving mother earth through eco-friendly technology. - November 18, 2013 - Institute of Solar Technology
Myabuy Launches Next Generation Network for Enterprises
Enterprises are losing billions in productivity to public social media. Myabuy launches next generation network for each enterprise or department to increase employee engagement. - November 17, 2013 - Myabuy, LLC
Northeast Professional Planning Group, Inc. Appoints Financial Controller
Northeast Professional Planning Group, Inc., (NPPG) a leading regional employee benefits, retirement planning and actuarial consulting firm announces the appointment of Pamela Donohue to Financial Controller. Ms. Donohue will be responsible for the firm’s accounting processes, financial... - November 17, 2013 - NPPG, Inc.
SwiftTech Technology Solutions, LLC Changes IT Help Desk System
Kayako Fusion, a help desk platform, helps clients access easier, more convenient customer support. - November 17, 2013 - SwiftTech Solutions, Inc.
Mondato CEO Selected to Judge Global Mobile Awards
Judah J. Levine, CEO of Mondato, a boutique consultancy that specializes in mobile financial services, was selected as one of a group of experts invited to judge the GSMA’s Global Mobile Awards in 2014. Mr. Levine will be responsible for judging the “Best NFC / Mobile Money Product or... - November 17, 2013 - Mondato LLC
Lucintel Anticipates Facial Care to be the Largest Segment in the US Skincare Industry
The demand for skincare products in the US is increasing rapidly. The US skincare industry is estimated to reach $12.2 billion by 2018. Facial care has been the largest segment in terms of skincare products consumption that include a wide array of product choices including anti-aging creams,... - November 17, 2013 - Lucintel
Infosys Science Foundation Announces Winners of the Infosys Prize 2013
The Infosys Science Foundation today announced the winners of the Infosys Prize 2013 across six categories: Engineering & Computer Science, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Social Sciences. The winners were recognized for their outstanding achievements and... - November 17, 2013 - Infosys
Herrmann International and Purdue Pharma Share Tips for Improving Sales by Getting Inside the Customer’s Head
In a joint webinar now available for on-demand viewing, leaders from Herrmann International and Purdue Pharma provide tips for using thinking preference data and tools to improve sales and customer relationships. - November 16, 2013 - Herrmann International
Doña Keating Named BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer
BoardSource is pleased to announce that Doña Keating has been named a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT). Keating was part of a group of 24 international experts invited to participate, and joined this select group of expert trainers that begins with completing a rigorous... - November 16, 2013 - Professional Options
Lucintel Forecasts Moderate Growth for the US Skincare Industry During 2013-2018
The US skincare industry is expected to experience moderate growth and reach an estimated $12.2 billion by 2018. - November 16, 2013 - Lucintel
Weidlinger Presents 10 Papers at SAVE Symposium
Weidlinger engineers presented recent work on progressive collapse and other topics at the 84th Shock and Vibration Symposium in Atlanta; Weidlinger CEO Dr. Raymond Daddazio delivered the keynote address. - November 15, 2013 - Weidlinger Associates, Inc.
Daniel Levine: New and Unique Travel Experiences Are Trending
The trends expert explains how traditional travel plans are changing. - November 15, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Hill, Chesson & Woody Names Tom Vertich Principal, Health & Welfare Consultant
Local Benefits Consulting Firm Hires Business Development Specialist for Triad Market. - November 15, 2013 - Hill, Chesson & Woody
Lucintel Estimates Robust Demand for Composite Materials in Global Wind Energy Market During 2013-2018
Wind energy remains the most promising source of renewable energy globally. The total worldwide composite materials consumption in wind energy industryis expected to witness significant increase and reach $4,138 million by 2018. This market includes various raw materials, such as polyester resin,... - November 15, 2013 - Lucintel
HVAC Smart Products Partners with AirConergy to Distribute the HVAC Smart Chip
Ron McQuerry owner of 24Hr Heating & Air Says, "The HVAC Smart Chip is the perfect product for customers and owners of HVAC businesses and this product will revolutionize the industry. When was the last time you offered a customer a product with a proven return on investment?" - November 14, 2013 - HVAC Smart Products
Trends Expert: The Electric Car is Inspiring a New Trend
Daniel Levine says innovators are finding more ways to make power accessible for the masses - November 14, 2013 - Daniel Levine
From Start to Finish – from Bangladesh to Dubai to LA – The Next Idea Innovates the Restaurant Consulting Business
The Next Idea, an international restaurant consultant is offering outsourced architectural services to its worldwide clients. - November 14, 2013 - The Next Idea™
Idox Information Solutions Releases Findings of 2013 GRANTfinder Funding Survey
Idox Information Solutions releases findings of the 2013 GRANTfinder Funding Survey, providing background and statistics about why funding applications fail, as well as recommendations for improvement. - November 14, 2013 - IDOX
PROLIM Corporation Receives 2013 Best of Farmington Hills Award
PROLIM Corporation has been selected for the 2013 Best of Farmington Hills Award in the Information Technology Services category by the Farmington Hills Award Program. - November 14, 2013 - PROLIM Global Corporation
LiteEarth Performance and Durability Proven Through Independent Testing
The advanced landfill capping system meets regulatory requirements, and performs as well as or better than alternative closure methods. - November 14, 2013 - LiteEarth
WK Dickson’s Award Winning Study Shows the Viability of Rainwater Harvesting in a Small NC Town
WK Dickson has received an Engineering Excellence Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies of North Carolina for their work on the innovative Rainwater Harvesting project in Kernersville, North Carolina. - November 13, 2013 - WK Dickson & Co., Inc.
New Oil and Gas Headhunter, The Dahill Group, Opens Office in Denver, CO
New recruitment firm opens up to serve the oil and gas sector a full menu of services for clients and candidates. - November 13, 2013 - The Dahill Group
myclimate and Yunus Social Business Launch "Social Business Climate Innovation Fund"
On the occasion of the Global Social Business Summit in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Swiss climate protection foundation myclimate and Yunus Social Business launched the "Social Business Climate Innovation Fund." Its aim is to support social businesses worldwide, which demonstrably protect the environment. - November 13, 2013 - Foundation myclimate
Rentricity Partners with Cornell Pump Company to Supply NSF Certified Turbines for In-Pipe Hydro Energy Recovery
Rentricity Inc., the in-pipe hydro energy recovery company, executed an exclusive agreement with the Cornell Pump Company of Clackamas, Oregon to develop a line of NSF 61 certified turbines; better known as pumps operating as turbines (PATs). The agreement will support the growing requirement... - November 12, 2013 - Rentricity Inc.
Global Sawlog Prices Trending Upward with the GSPI Price Index Reaching the Highest Level Since 2011: the Biggest Price Increases Occurred in Western US and Canada
Sawlog price trends around the world were mixed in the 2Q/13, with prices increasing in log exporting regions of North America and Oceania, but declining in Europe, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. The GSPI Price Index rose 5.1% from the 1Q/13 to the highest level since 2011. - November 11, 2013 - Wood Resources International LLC
CICS Achieves OHSAS 18001
CICS, the management systems certification and sustainability assurance provider, is pleased to announce that it has received UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) accreditation for its OHSAS 18001 certification service. This will provide additional confidence to our existing OHSAS certified... - November 10, 2013 - Complete Integrated Certification Services Ltd
Direct Sales in Europe Continue Growth Despite Economic Turndown
The recent "Europe Direct Selling Report 2013" by Hamburg-based secondary market research company yStats.com points out that Europe is the third largest region in the world in terms of the volume of direct sales. The three largest markets in Europe were among the top direct selling countries in the world: France, Germany and Russia each had sales of several billion EUR in 2013. - November 09, 2013 - yStats.com GmbH & Co. KG
Mu Sigma Targets Pharma Cos with Novel Algorithm Solution to Highlight Trends in Prescription Pattern
Mu Sigma, a company providing decision sciences and analytics, has developed an algorithm to highlight trends in prescription patterns. The novel solution uses statistical control limits to ascertain the physicians at risk. It is a real-time actionable alert on physician performance, which helps... - November 08, 2013 - Mu Sigma Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
WikiTrend.org and The Avant-Guide Institute: the Vending Machine is Dropping in to a New Identity
The trends-collective website has identified a growing trend in machine-based retail. - November 08, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Language Learning Courses Added to the E-Learning Centre Website
The E-Learning Centre, an information resource about e-learning and learning technologies for business education, not-for-profit or the public sector, has added technology-delivered language courses in French, Spanish, German and Dutch for English-speakers to its growing portfolio of e-learning courses. - November 08, 2013 - Learning Light
Intelligence Software for Microsoft SharePoint Expected to Increase Information Sharing by 60%
Companies that operate world class market intelligence software boost information sharing by 60 percent... - November 08, 2013 - Global Intelligence Alliance Group