DogTrekker.com - California's most-visited dog-travel site and mobile app - adds a "California Coastal Beaches" section in response to user demand.

San Rafael, California (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

Where do California dog owners most want to take their dogs? To the beach.

That’s according to DogTrekker.com, the state’s most-visited dog-travel-focused website that, in response to user demand, recently added a “California Coastal Beaches” section to its website and mobile app.

“Over a million dog-crazy Californians have used DogTrekker.com to plan their trips with their best friends. More than anything else, they want to know where to find and what’s at the state’s best dog-friendly beaches,” said DogTrekker.com’s Co-founder Dave Kendrick.

“Californians want to take their best friends to the beach, regardless of whether the dogs are water dogs.” he continued.

Among the site’s page views, ‘Beaches’ has consistently been DogTrekker.com’s most requested activity, with hundreds of thousands of page views generated each year for “beaches” and “coast.”

DogTrekker.com saw extraordinary interest in beaches generated by its newsletter beach issues. This year’s “Dogs on the Water” newsletter issue was no exception as “nearly a third of our readers opened it and thousands clicked through to the website for more information. That literally blew us out of the water,” said Kendrick.

“The crazy thing is, it doesn’t matter where the beach is. California dog owners read beach stories even if the beach is at the other end of the state. That’s how doggone nuts Californians are about taking their dogs to the beach.”

DogTrekker.com’s new “California Coastal Beach Destinations” section is divided into four, “easily researched” regions: North Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, Central Coast and Southern California. Other sections on DogTrekker.com include: lodging, wineries, dining, dog parks, parks, hikes, water activities, attractions, local services and emergency services.

Within the “Beaches” section, integrated roll-over pop-ups appear when users scroll over coastal counties and “Paw-of-Approval” partner destinations, with links to beach stories. Readers get a map view and GPS directions to dog-friendly beaches and whether the beach is on-leash or off-leash, as well.

About DogTrekker.com: Founded in 2011 by Dave and Roxanne Kendrick, the award-winning DogTrekker.com provides those traveling with dogs in California with localized, current and engaging dog-friendly information on such subjects as: lodging, wineries, dining, dog parks, parks, hikes, beaches, water activities, attractions, local services and emergency services. DogTrekker.com’s 8,000+ triple-vetted listings and 1,800+ stories have been researched and written by professional travel and animal writers. DogTrekker.com has just been voted 2017 Best Dog Travel Website, Best Dog Blog, Best Overall Website for Dog Owners by Bay Woof Magazine’s 50,000 readers and received the 2016 HSMAI Gold Adrian Award for Digital Marketing/Mobile App user experience. A portion of all proceeds are donated to California dog adoption and rescue organizations. DogTrekker.com is a registered trademark of DogTrekker, Inc.

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ATS Digital Services has met all thirty-nine compliance parameters required for AppEsteem’s call center certification.

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

ATS Digital Services, also known as Advanced Tech Support (ATS), announced today an industry milestone: they are the first call center certified by AppEsteem Corporation to provide premium support services to consumer software applications.

Founded by a team of Microsoft cybersecurity veterans, AppEsteem certifies apps and related services. ATS Digital Services has met all thirty-nine compliance parameters required for AppEsteem’s call center certification.

Since 2011, ATS has provided technical support services to hundreds of thousands of customers both over the telephone and through remote access screen sharing technologies.

“Comprehensive, consumer-focused compliance is the backbone of our organization,” said Robert Deignan, ATS Digital Services’ Chief Executive Officer. “When we started the review process in January, we discovered that we already met most of AppEsteem’s requirements. From there, it was a simple decision to commit ourselves, get certified, and send a signal to software vendors, security companies, and regulators that we operate at the very highest level when it comes to consumer-friendly operations and practices.”

AppEsteem’s call center requirements are based on input from government regulators, law enforcement, security companies, the software industry, call centers, and consumer groups. Along with AppEsteem’s other requirements, they are designed to protect consumers while also helping to build a more sustainable, healthy software downloading industry.

“Verification by an organization with the credentials of AppEsteem is the chief reason we chose to get certified,” said Paul Herdsman, ATS Digital Services’ Chief Operating Officer. “We are thrilled to be associated with AppEsteem and look forward to making continued progress with their guidance and support.”

For too long, unscrupulous call centers have scared, over-sold, and exploited consumers who contact them for help with their computer software.

“We’re delighted to have ATS on board,” said Dennis Batchelder, AppEsteem’s President. “Thousands of consumers are abused by bad call centers. Now that we have our first certified call center available, we can start identifying, and hopefully shutting down, the bad ones.”

AppEsteem started certifying software apps late last year, and plans to cover the entire software distribution supply chain, including payment processors, and advertising networks. ATS Digital Services is AppEsteem’s first certified call center, and a proud member of AppEsteem’s Better World Network.

About ATS Digital Services

ATS Digital Services is a leading provider of premium digital support services supporting consumers globally. Founded in 2011 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, ATS Digital Services is dedicated to ensuring that its customers receive the highest levels of services and products and keeping customer satisfaction as its top priority. For more information, please visit http://www.advancedtechsupport.com

About AppEsteem Corporation

Founded in 2016 and led by veterans from the cybersecurity industry, AppEsteem is dedicated to a simple vision: that consumers should have nothing to fear when installing and using free software. The company offers technology and services to help the software monetization industry thrive by encouraging the development and distribution of clean apps, while discouraging fraudulent practices, as it helps to identify software and services that can harm consumers. AppEsteem works with leaders across the industry, including anti-malware companies, software vendors, software platforms, consumer groups, and government regulators. For more information, please visit http://www.appesteem.com

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Ushio America is introducing four new SKUs to its Uphoria Edge 95+CRI series. Available in 7W, these ENERGY STAR® certified LED MR16s offer an energy saving alternative while providing excellent color rendering with a high R9 value showing more vibrant reds.

Cypress, CA (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

Ushio America is introducing four new SKUs to its Uphoria Edge 95+CRI series. Available in 7W, these ENERGY STAR® certified LED MR16s offer an energy saving alternative while providing excellent color rendering with a high R9 value showing more vibrant reds. With the form, fit and function of traditional halogen MR16 lamps, these dimmable LEDs are lightweight with a smooth reflector design and provide 86% savings on energy costs. The COB design mimics panel lighting providing crisper, cleaner shadows. Also, these premium LED MR16 lamps are damp location rated and UL 1993 rated for totally enclosed fixtures.

Ushio America is proud to stand behind these LED lamps with a 3-year warranty. All Uphoria Edge LED MR16 (95+ CRI) lamps operate on 12V, and are now available in Spot, Narrow Flood and Flood beam angles in Soft White (2700K) and Warm White (3000K) color temperature.

For more information on the 95+ CRI Uphoria Edge LED MR16 lamps or any of the other lighting-edge technologies from Ushio America, Inc., visit http://www.USHIO.com or call 800.838.7446.

About Ushio America, Inc.

Ushio America, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of Specialty and General Illumination lighting solutions based in Cypress, California. Established in 1967 as a subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., in Tokyo, Japan, USHIO now carries over 2,500 General Lighting and Specialty products. These Lighting-Edge Technologies™ are provided to a variety of industries such as general illumination, audio-visual, photographic, stage, studio and television, semiconductor, printed circuit, video projection, cinema, UV curing, germicidal, horticulture, graphic arts, flashlight, scientific, medical, dental, ophthalmic, infra-red heating, and many others. For further information, visit http://www.USHIO.com.

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Organizations continue to record low scores in open enrollment preparation and management

New York, NY (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

Employee Benefit Adviser’s Open Enrollment Readiness Benchmark (OERB) score fell in May, reaching the lowest level since its introduction in January. The three-point decline in the Benchmark’s composite score demonstrates organizations’ continuing lack of preparation for their fast-approaching employee benefit sign-up periods.

The open enrollment period, typically a fall event for companies in the United States, represents one of the most important opportunities an employer has to demonstrate the investment they have made in their employees and to engage employees in important activities such as health and wellness management and retirement planning.

The composite OERB score for organizations with benefit start dates in the first quarter, representing nearly 70% of all employers, was just 36 — down from 39 in April and 43 in January.

In addition, the number of activity-related red flags, indicating a serious lack of preparedness, rose from 12 to 13. One of the biggest declines was in the open enrollment management phase – which includes preparing employees for enrollment and boosting engagement. In this case, the overall score fell seven points from 29 in the previous month to 22. In fact, readiness scores for open enrollment management activities accounted for all but one of the six lowest numbers across the 26 activities tracked by the OERB.

“With open enrollment for many employers set to begin in only a few months, these low numbers are surprising,” said John McCormick, Editorial Director of SourceMedia’s Employee Benefits group, which includes EBA and Employee Benefit News. “As a group, employers have a lot of ground to make up before their employee benefit sign-up periods.”

The Open Enrollment Readiness Benchmark is a data-based performance benchmark that gauges how prepared employers are for their annual employee benefits enrollment periods. The benchmark is sponsored by ADP. To produce the results, SourceMedia Research and EBA each month survey more than 400 pre-screened HR and benefits executives at organizations of various sizes and across multiple industries. These professionals are asked to rate their completion levels for 26 activities — from selecting health plans to reviewing enrollment metrics — that take place during the four critical phases of open enrollment: benefit plan design, employee preparation, employee enrollment and post-enrollment analysis. Scores range from a low of 1 to a high of 100 and reflect the degree to which an employer considers itself prepared for a particular activity. The activity scores are then averaged to determine scores for each of the four phases and an overall readiness score. A complete analysis of the most recent OERB data is available here.

About Employee Benefit Adviser

Employee Benefit Adviser (EBA) is the information resource for employee benefit advisers, brokers, agents and consultants, providing the current awareness and perspective they need to anticipate changes in the marketplace and optimally serve their clients. EBA delivers a broad range of critical content, including comparative market data, legal and regulatory updates, the latest products and services, and best practices in benefits delivery — including health insurance, vision and dental insurance, and voluntary and retirement benefits. The benefits broker community relies on EBA to stay connected through its website comment forums, its social media communities and live events.

About SourceMedia Research

SourceMedia Research is a full-service B2B market research service that draws upon SourceMedia’s market expertise and proprietary database of engaged executives to develop information and insights for clients. SourceMedia Research provides research solutions for marketers, agencies and others targeting sectors such as banking, payments, mortgage, accounting, employee benefits and wealth management.

About SourceMedia

SourceMedia, an Observer Capital company, is a business-to-business digital marketing services, subscription information, and event company serving senior-level professionals in the financial, technology and healthcare sectors. Brands include American Banker, PaymentsSource, The Bond Buyer, Financial Planning, Accounting Today, Mergers & Acquisitions, National Mortgage News, Employee Benefit News and Health Data Management.

About ADP

Powerful technology plus a human touch. Companies of all types and sizes around the world rely on ADP’s cloud software and expert insights to help unlock the potential of their people. HR. Talent. Benefits. Payroll. Compliance. Working together to build a better workforce. For more information, visit http://www.adp.com/business.

For more information, please contact:

Dana Jackson                                        

dana.jackson(at)sourcemedia(dot)com        

212-803-8329            

John McCormick

john.mccormick(at)sourcemedia(dot)com

212-803-8509

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Senior Vice President of EagleView OnSite Solutions to guide technology innovations in property insurance.

Bothell, WA (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

EagleView Technologies (“EagleView®”), the leading provider of aerial imagery and data analytics for government, insurance and commercial sectors, has promoted Kenneth Cook, CPCU, CLU, ChFC, to Senior Vice President of EagleView® OnSite™ Solutions. In this role, Cook will lead field services, while collaborating with engineering and product teams to strategically develop advanced solutions for claims and underwriting professionals in the property insurance space. Previously VP of Client Relations at EagleView, Cook has managed functions supporting major EagleView clients which include all major property and casualty insurance carriers.

Cook graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with his master’s degree in Business Administration. He has since obtained the designation of Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), a title conferred by The Institutes on those who are considered subject matter experts in property-casualty insurance and risk management. Cook has also earned the titles of Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) for his expertise in underwriting, and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) for his skills in financial planning. Having worked in the insurance industry for 26 years, holding positions with insurance carriers such as State Farm Insurance and Farm Bureau Financial Services, Cook has vast experience in both underwriting and claims management, making him a natural fit to head the EagleView OnSite Solutions team.

“The EagleView team has many members with extensive work experience in the industries we serve. Those of us from the insurance industry understand both the complexities and nuances of the claim process, along with the timeless expectation of exceptional customer service, communication and professionalism,” stated Cook. “I’m excited to lead a division that was built to serve as a best-in-class extension of the carriers we represent.”

EagleView OnSite Solutions, which includes field services supported by a broad network of professional drone operators, independent adjusters, property inspectors and restoration contractors, is dedicated to assisting property claims adjusters in rapidly settling claims without having to leave the office. Once a claim is submitted to the insurance carrier, field service representatives are dispatched to a property to capture detailed, high-resolution imagery. This solution uniquely utilizes both pre- and post-loss high-resolution imagery, yielding precise roof and property measurements and weather data, along with machine learning applications to provide damage detection both before and after the claim event, giving an adjuster the most comprehensive overview of a reported property loss.

“The timing of this promotion aligns perfectly with the emergence of our new technologies,” stated Rishi Daga, EagleView President. “After working at EagleView for almost four years, Ken knows our business as well as the complexity of the insurance sector inside and out.”

“We’re on the verge of the most innovative technology in history for both claims and underwriting, and virtual claim handling, further enabled by EagleView OnSite, is an example of just that,” Daga continued. “We are uniquely positioned to do even more as we refine our ability to combine imagery and data for use in risk evaluation, underwriting pre-fill, pricing sophistication and claim settlement.”    

Cook will transition from his current role as VP of Client Relations and will begin his new role as SVP of EagleView OnSite Solutions immediately.

For further information, please contact Melissa Mazurek at melissa.mazurek(at)eagleview(dot)com or at 585-444-2504.

About EagleView

EagleView® is the unparalleled provider of aerial imagery, data analytics, property data and GIS solutions for government, infrastructure and commercial sectors. The patented Pictometry® imagery solutions answer questions related to millions of residential and commercial properties, saving individuals time and money while also reducing exposure to risk. EagleView provides access to its orthogonal and oblique aerial imagery, 3D models, interior mapping solution and measurement and analytical tools through proprietary software as well as integrations for assessment, GIS, public safety and other industries. For more information, contact (866) 659-8439 or visit http://www.eagleview.com.

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New version makes it easier to find relevant assets and templates, and strengthens governance.

Walnut Creek, CA (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

BrandWizard, the global leader in digital brand management, announces a release that makes its cloud-based BrandCenter product suite significantly more powerful. The updated BrandCenter incorporates cutting-edge search, filter, and sort functionality that make the search for assets and templates quicker and more intuitive. As a result, users of the product suite are more productive. The update also delivers enhanced reporting and administrative controls that allow administrators and brand managers to track and manage how the assets and product suite are being used, as well as the level of access each user has.

Advanced Search Capabilities

BrandCenter now offers the latest search functionality built on the Solr search engine, the same search engine used by websites like Zappos and AOL. Every new digital asset is automatically indexed and tagged, allowing for faster search and greater accuracy of search results. The powerful auto-suggest functionality and cross-product search capability allow users to search seamlessly across both assets and guidelines.

More Robust Filtering and Sorting

In addition to our intuitive, pre-defined filters, the brand team can define business-specific filters. Sorting goes beyond just date added or alphabetical, to include BrandWizard’s out-of-the-box tags such as dimensions, colors, and even metrics from our analytics engine such as ‘most downloaded’ or ‘most viewed’ assets.

These additional filter and sort dimensions, paired with the advanced search capabilities, enables users to sift through thousands of digital assets to find exactly what they need, quickly.

Insights and Data Visualization

The analytics engine, complemented by data visualization tools, provide detailed reports across all modules in the product suite. The metrics allow users to accurately analyze data like asset usage, adoption, and preferred file formats, from an aggregated perspective all the way down to the individual user or asset level. These metrics offer insight that users, brand managers, and administrators can analyze to shape future activity and decisions.

Improved Administrative Controls

The latest release includes intuitive UI and UX that facilitate the ramp-up of admin teams across a company's offices around the world. It also includes workflows that improve governance by ensuring that only assets with valid licenses, or assets that have not exceeded the specified campaign expiration date, are active. Finally, it gives administrators greater control over defining and managing user access.

“With the significant growth and diversification of companies, M&A activity, and the expansion across geographies, the sheer volume of digital brand assets in each company’s portfolio has grown exponentially,” said BrandWizard CEO Vineet Singh. “Given the corresponding increase in search and administrative complexity, companies need particularly powerful systems and processes if they are to make the most of their brand assets and grow brand equity. That is why we are excited to announce these enhancements to our brand management platform.”

About BrandWizard

BrandWizard is the industry leader in digital brand management. Our products have helped several Fortune 500 companies deliver consistent omnichannel brand experiences. We are featured in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Marketing Resource Management (MRM), and our team of Stanford and MIT technologists is based in Silicon Valley.

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With its convenient plug-and-pour keg, BrewQube users can access fresh craft beer on tap from anywhere

Fort Collins, CO (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

BrewQube is a compact and convenient way to bring craft beer home or on the go. Expertly designed, the smart-kegerator system includes a portable vessel - essentially, a large-volume growler - that allows users to have fresh craft beer on-hand at all times. The BrewQube vessel is paired with a mobile connection kit that can be purchased separately from the full draft system for only $200. BrewQube is currently live on Kickstarter, raising funds in order to bring the product to life. So far, the campaign has raised over $18,509 from more than 40 backers.

The BrewQube can store up to 288 fluid ounces and offers the versatility to be completely portable or countertop-friendly. Featuring a simple plug-and-pour technology, the BrewQube will pour fresh craft beer for up to a month without degradation and can be filled directly from the tap like a growler. The entire BrewQube draft system is roughly the size of a microwave and can be stored elegantly on the countertop below upper cabinets. The portable keg itself is designed to maximize fluid volume, minimize space occupancy, and is as lightweight as 4.5lbs empty.

BrewQube’s ergonomic handles allow for easy transport, stacking and storage; perfect for travel, tailgating, camping and beyond. Customers can fill up the BrewQube at their favorite brewery and tote to tailgate the big game, BBQs, concerts and more with a shareable size equivalent to a 24-pack of cans. Users don’t have to worry about damaging their BrewQube vessel due to its sturdy HDPE construction and ability to withstand almost any bump, nick, or drop thrown its way.

The BrewQube vessel can be stowed away and kept cold in most standard-sized coolers for ultimate convenience. When docked inside the brushed stainless steel countertop draft system, users can customize temperature and CO2 pressure, monitor the number of pours and current gas level remaining. The draft system is also WiFi equipped, enabling users to create alerts and monitor these stats from the web.

The BrewQube To-Go setup includes a BrewQube vessel and mobile connection kit, and is currently available for $200 via their Kickstarter campaign. This is a 33% discount from the future retail price of $299. To pre-order BrewQube now, visit bit.ly/brewqube.

About BrewQube

The BrewQube team is comprised of three entrepreneurs who are passionate about people and craft beer. Headquartered in Colorado (the state that ranks No. 2 in the total number of craft breweries), the BrewQube team has worked diligently to create a product that lives up to the high standards of the craft beer industry. BrewQube is offering an innovative system to make consuming fresh craft beer convenient, interactive, and without sacrifice.

For more information, visit http://www.brewqube.com.

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Upgraded WeVideo Video Editing Tools Support New IWitness Video Activities for Student Digital Storytellers with Expanded Creative Features and Accelerated Performance.

Menlo Park, California (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

WeVideo today announced that USC Shoah Foundation - The Institute for Visual History and Education has enhanced the WeVideo video storytelling tools available to students and teachers through the Institute’s IWitness digital education site (http://iwitness.usc.edu). For more than five years, WeVideo’s cloud-based video-editing platform has been an important part of IWitness, which uses audio-video testimonies—personal stories—from survivors and witnesses of genocide to teach students worldwide the importance of compassion and in bringing about positive societal change. Beginning August 1, the IWitness site will offer students the latest feature-rich HTML5-based version of WeVideo.

Instilling Change through Engaging Activity

The goal of IWitness is to motivate students to act responsibly and ultimately to help them uphold important values. These include justice, equality, diversity, tolerance and how best to counter attitudes and acts of hatred. IWitness provides online access to more than 2,000 full life histories, testimonies of survivors and witnesses to the Holocaust and other genocides for guided exploration. IWitness brings the human stories of the Institute's Visual History Archive to secondary school teachers and their students via engaging multimedia-learning activities. Designed to be participatory, academic and student-driven, IWitness addresses education standards from the Common Core State Standards Initiative (United States) and the International Society for Technology in Education, among others.

WeVideo online video-editing tools are tightly integrated into 21 separate IWitness video activities that challenge students to research and produce public service announcements, video essays, or short films. WeVideo is also used by participants in the annual IWitness Video Challenge that asks middle and high school students in the United States and Canada to submit short videos to show how they were inspired by the testimony to make positive choices and create value in their local community. A group of students from the Walter Payton College Preparatory High School in the Chicago Public School District were recently announced as first place winners of the 2017 IWitness Video Challenge.

Striving to Provide Access to All

Concurrent with the deployment of the updated WeVideo platform, IWitness unveiled an updated array of multimedia activities from 20-minute skill-building mini lessons to project-based activities built around a continuously growing library of over 500 short, curated clips of testimony from the Institute’s Visual History Archive®. These clips complement curriculum in many subjects, such as history, social studies, English language arts, foreign language, government, and character education.

Directly integrating the latest, HTML5-based version of WeVideo within the IWitness site gives students access to advanced video editing features that are easy to learn. WeVideo’s web-based application works on any browser and provides users with a massive creative palette for video editing, motion graphics, advanced green screen, special effects, screen capture, speed control and more. It also means that teachers do not have to contend with acquiring, installing or maintaining additional software in order to have students participate.

“With its ease of use and nothing to install, WeVideo lets students get right to work on their projects,” said USC Shoah Foundation Director of Education, Dr. Claudia Wiedeman. “It is simple, intuitive and enables students to focus on telling their story rather than overcoming technical challenges. Integrating WeVideo within the IWitness website makes it easy for anyone to be a participant by becoming an active storyteller using modern, video-making techniques. WeVideo complements the goals of IWitness, which are to engage students with personal testimony that connects them with the past and motivates them to build a better future.”

WeVideo CEO Krishna Menon said, “USC Shoah Foundation makes incredible use of digital storytelling and WeVideo is very proud to be a valued partner. As a company with a strong heritage in education and a firm belief in the power of video to inspire students, we think USC Shoah Foundation and its IWitness educational platform are progressive, both in terms of their unparalleled educational mission and their effective use of technology to connect with the public in general, and students in particular.”

About USC Shoah Foundation

USC Shoah Foundation — The Institute for Visual History and Education is dedicated to making audio- visual interviews with survivors and other witnesses of the Holocaust and other genocides, a compelling voice for education and action. The Institute’s current collection of more than 54,000 eyewitness testimonies contained within its Visual History Archive® preserves history as told by the people who lived it, and lived through it. Housed at the University of Southern California, within the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, the Institute works with partners around the world to advance scholarship and research, to provide resources and online tools for educators, and to disseminate the testimonies for educational purposes.

About WeVideo

WeVideo is a powerful, easy to use, cloud-based video creation platform that is the digital editing and storytelling choice of more than 22 million consumers, students, businesses, and third-party media solutions. WeVideo is available from virtually any computer or device at home, school, work or on the go to capture, edit, view and share videos. Built for the future in HTML5, WeVideo brings maximum speed, responsiveness, security and expandability to browser-based video editing. WeVideo is a Google Play Editors’ Choice selection with more than 7.5 million downloads to date. WeVideo is also the exclusive digital storytelling solution of Google’s Education Creative Bundle for Chromebooks and a Microsoft Education Partner. More than 6,500 schools use WeVideo to enhance classroom learning. For more information and to try WeVideo yourself, please visit http://www.wevideo.com. Stay up to date by following us on Twitter at @wevideo or visit us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/wevideo.

Visual History Archive® is a registered trademark of USC Shoah Foundation – The Institute for Visual History and Education Reg. U.S. Pat & Tm. Off.

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Rick Chavie, CEO of EnterWorks, Leading Provider of Master Data Management and Product Information Management, to Lead Session in Las Vegas on July 31

Sterling, VA (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

July 31, 2017 – Visionary and EnterWorks Chief Executive Officer, Rick Chavie will speak today at the ASD Market Week event in Las Vegas, Nevada during a session titled: Man in the Middle – How to create value for the end customer in a digital B2B2C world. ASD Market week is a twice-yearly B2B trade show that brings together a wide variety of retail merchandise, 2,700 vendors, and 45,000 buyers from over 90 countries.

As part of weeklong event, ASD has partnered with Independent Retailer Conference and the Internet Merchants Association to provide attendees a series of educational seminars on a range of critical and timely topics. Chavie’s seminar will describe the pressures on each constituent in the commerce and content value chain. EnterWorks is a leading provider of Master Data Management (MDM) and Product Information Management (PIM) solutions.

“Whether an exporter, importer, distributor, or retailer, each member of the chain has challenges and opportunities to improve the customer’s experience,” Chavie said. “Putting up a web site, including going direct to the end-customer, will falter if you are not able to compete on content that is persuasive, differentiated, and up-to-date.”

Chavie will also showcase examples of how leading, global brands, distributors, and retailers compete in the digital age, including companies using EnterWorks’ solutions for data and content management.

Educational Seminar Details

•     Topic: “Man in the Middle” – How to create value for the end customer in a digital B2B2C world
•     Speaker: Rick Chavie, CEO of EnterWorks
•     When: Monday, July 31, 2017 – 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
•     Where: Source Direct Seminar Stage, Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

About Rick Chavie

Rick Chavie, CEO of EnterWorks®, Inc., a market leader in solutions for acquiring, managing and transforming a company’s product information to enable them to compete with content in Omni channel commerce. Rick Chavie came to EnterWorks from his role as Senior Vice President at SAP Hybris, having led hybris ecommerce solutions, while previously serving as SAP’s global leader for Retail and Wholesale. Rick speaks from his industry experience as a former retail executive at The Home Depot and C&A, as a technology leader in NCR’s retail and hospitality business, and his partner roles at Deloitte and Accenture focused on retail and brands. Rick is a Harvard MBA and a Fulbright Scholar in International Trade. He is a noted speaker and author on content and commerce topics, and is frequently quoted by industry publications.

About EnterWorks Holding Company

EnterWorks® Master Data Management (MDM) and Product Information Management (PIM) solution enables companies to acquire, manage and transform product information into persuasive content that drives higher sales and new competitive strengths through e-commerce Web, mobile, print and various electronic channels. Services offered include: Master Data Management, Product Information Management, Dynamic Data Modeling, Workflow & Collaboration, Syndication & Publishing, Digital Asset Management, Geographic Localization, Portal Content Exchange, and Digital Channel Accelerators.

EnterWorks is highly ranked by various research analysts and used by industry leaders such as: Ariens, Big Rock Sports, CPO Commerce, Creative Converting, Darigold, Fender Musical Instruments, Guthy-Renker, Hearth & Home Technologies, HON Furniture, HP Hood, Interline Brands, Johnstone Supply, Mary Kay, Mercer, Orgill, Publishers Clearing House, Restoration Hardware, Strategic Market Alliance, US Foods, and W.B. Mason. Learn more at http://www.enterworks.com.

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By partnering with the NAPCP, Commercial Card and Payment providers confirm an ongoing commitment to education, best practices, high-value products and technology, and improvement of the industry as a whole.

Wayzata, Minnesota (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

Joining the NAPCP as a Partner Sponsor, puts brands and messaging before more than 20,000 Commercial Card and Payment industry leaders. The NAPCP has been at the center of this marketplace for almost 20 years, and is uniquely positioned to amplify Commercial Card branding and messages.

Year-Round Partner Sponsor Benefits:

• a targeted audience where 76% of the NAPCP community is comprised of end-users
• year-round exposure, 365/24/7
• a partner that has been a respected voice in the industry for almost two decades
• a unique opportunity for an exceptional ROI on marketing dollars

Partner Sponsors receive and exclusive exposure at the NAPCP Annual Conference and are recognized all year long via the association's website, TransAct! newsletter, and within various electronic communications and printed materials.

Platinum, Elite, Gold and Silver Partner Sponsors are prominently promoted to hundreds of Annual Conference attendees.

Current NAPCP Partner Sponsors include:

Gold Partners:

American Express

Capital One

Visa, Inc.

Silver Partners:

BMO Financial Group

Mastercard

MUFG Union Bank, N.A.

PNC

TSYS

U.S. Bank

Alliance Partners:

Bank of America Merrill Lynch

Citi®

DATABASICS

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

The NAPCP is a membership-based professional association committed to advancing Commercial Card and Payment professionals and industry practices worldwide. Serving a community of more than 20,000, the NAPCP is a respected voice in the industry and an impartial resource for members at all experience levels in the public and private sectors. The NAPCP provides unmatched opportunities for continuing education and peer networking through its conferences, Regional Forums, webinars, website, virtual demonstrations, newsletters and regular communication. The association sponsors research and publishes timely and relevant white papers, survey results and other documents. The NAPCP offers a Certified Purchasing Card Professional (CPCP) credential.

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IrisVision, a new product on the market, is a wearable headset device that allows those with low vision to see the world like they've never seen it before. For millions, this means bringing the once blurry, lost details of life, back into focus.

Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

Better vision may be within your reach! New technology from IrisVision is being called the most effective and affordable solution for Macular Degeneration, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Glaucoma, and other eye diseases.

IrisVision is a wearable headset device that allows those with low vision to see the world like they've never seen it before. For millions, this means bringing the once blurry, lost details of life, back into focus.

Lesa Kretschmer, Founder and CEO of Florida Vision Technology, has been testing the new device and is recommending it to many of her clients with low vision. Florida Vision Technology has the IrisVision on display for clients to try on and experience first-hand.

IrisVision worked with tech powerhouse Samsung to create the headset that boasts a 16 MP camera, a 70° field of view, and a screen that displays 10X more pixels per inch than your HD TV. The headset offers magnification where it’s needed while maintaining a broad field of view.

Kretschmer adds, “It’s super easy to use. IrisVision did a great job keeping the design simple with just a few buttons and a finger-swipe for zooming in and out. Users can easily toggle between the live mode and the reading mode with the push of a button.”

“What I especially like about this device, is the flexibility to be able to see at different distances. The user can be reading a book up close, then look across the room at family members or a show on TV. The camera focuses automatically,” says Kretschmer.

Kretschmer believes that the IrisVision can empower many to enjoy the activities they once loved. “Can you imagine being able to see your children’s or grandchildren’s faces again? Or going to the movies with friends and family? Seeing a play? Or taking a trip to the art museum?” Kretschmer asks.

At Florida Vision Technology, Kretschmer and her team offer personalized service and one-on-one product demonstrations to make sure each client has the best solution for their vision and lifestyle. Kretschmer states, “The IrisVision has many adjustable settings including contrast, ambient levels, and interpupilar distance, so we make sure the device is custom fit to each person”.

Part of Florida Vision Technology’s mission is to keep customers up-to-date on the newest break-through products. To learn more about IrisVision, connect with Lesa Kretschmer and Florida Vision Technology by calling 1-800-981-5119. For an IrisVision product demonstration, stop by the store at 650 N. Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311. Like what they are doing? Visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/FloridaReading.

About Florida Vision Technology

Lesa Kretschmer, Founder and CEO, has worked in the blindness and low vision industry for more than 23 years. She is committed to placing the best adaptive technology and products available today within reach of blind and visually challenged people of all ages and walks of life. Located at 650 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, inside the Lighthouse of Broward.

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Blumenthal Nordrehaug and Bhowmik filed a class action lawsuit against Mattress Firm, Inc. who allegedly failed to provide proper meal and rest breaks to their employees.
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Franklin County Visitors Bureau announces the Capitol Theatre's slate of shows for the 2017-2018 season.

Chambersburg PA (PRWEB) July 31, 2017

The Franklin County Visitors Bureau is proud to announce the Capitol Theatre’s 2017-2018 Season plus a new Capitol Cash Saver Discount Ticket Program. Capitol Theatre Manager Jon Meyer explains, “This is our patron’s opportunity to save money on tickets purchased in advance and purchasing a minimum of four different Capitol Theatre presentations in the 2017-2018 season,” says Meyer. The Capitol is adding dinner theatre events in the Wood Center, ghost and paranormal investigation classes, themed birthday parties, and fun add-ons like an Elvis costume contest.

The season opens with David Kings’ Elvis: The Man-The Music on Friday, September 8 at 7 PM and Saturday, September 9, at 3 PM. Relive Elvis through the 50s, the movie years, and a dynamic Vegas-style concert. Plus, enjoy the Elvis Costume Contest!

Rounding out September is 7 Bridges – Musical Tribute to the Eagles on Saturday, September 30, at 8 PM. It is the ultimate Eagles experience. The First Annual Wilford Binder Spirit of the Arts Award Dinner Event honors Paul Cullinane in the Wood Center with a Hollywood Experience and dinner. Combo tickets available.

The 2017-2018 season offers:

•     Pinkalicious and Pink Party on Saturday, October 7, 3 PM.
•     Ghost Classes on Saturdays from 10 AM to Noon on 10/28, 11/25, 12/30, 2/24, and 4/7.
•     Paranormal Investigation on Sundays 3 PM to 7 PM on 11/5, 12/3, 1/14, 2/11,3/11, and 4/15.
•     Clairvoyant and psychic medium, Bill Stillman on Halloween, October 31, at 7 PM.
•     CSN Songs - A Crosby, Still, Nash Tribute on Friday, November 3, at 7 PM.
•     Letters Home, a play highlighting actual letters of soldiers serving in the Middle East, on Sunday, November 12 at 3 PM (Free Admission for Veterans)
•     Houdini! on Saturday, November 18 in the Wood Center is dinner theatre. Meal starts at 5:30 PM; show begins at 7 PM.
•     Rockapella Christmas! on Saturday, December 9 at 7 PM
•     White Christmas (Film) & Holiday Social Hour Thursday, Dec 21 at 3 PM & 6 PM
•     Hank Williams Tribute on Friday, December 29 at 7 PM.    
•     Jerusalum Jones and the Mystery of the Dead Sea Scrolls on Sunday, Jan 7, 2018 at 3 PM.
•     Magic of Motown on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 7 PM    
•     Tapestry Tribute To Carole King on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 7 PM.            
•     Mark Nizer – World Class Juggler on Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 4 PM                
•     Mountain Music & Moonshie with bands Nothin’ Fancy & Circa Blue on February 2, 2018 at 7 PM.
•     Men Are From Mars Women Are From Venus on Saturday, February 10 at 7 PM. (Great Valentine’s Date Night)
•     Forbidden Broadway on Saturday, February 17 at 7 PM
•     Irish Happy Hour for St. Patrick’s Day (Wood Center) with Across the Pond Band on Friday, March 16, 5:30 PM to 8 PM. Food from the Garry Owen Irish Pub    
•     Rhythm of the Dance on Thursday, March 29 at 7 PM
•     Johnny Cash Tribute by James Garner and musicians on Saturday, April 14 at 7 PM
•     Edgar Allen Poe Dinner Theatre/Buffet on Saturday, April 21 in the Wood Center; performed by Duffy Hudson. Meal starts 5:30 PM; show begins at 7 PM.                                
•     Young Playwright’s Festival on Sunday, April 22 at 2 PM and 6 PM.                
•     Ladies of Laughter on Saturday, April 28 at 7 PM in the Wood Center, featuring Kelly McFarland and Chris Rich with MC Ken Watter                                
•     Blues, Brews & Barbecue on Saturday, May 5, 1 PM to 7 PM in the back lot of Capitol Theatre Center
•     Summer Movie Madness returns with introductions by community leaders in June, July and August 2018
•     A Cappella & Unplugged – Round 1 on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at 7 PM

A full season is waiting. Tickets on sale today at http://www.thecapitoltheatre.org. Most shows offer beer and wine.

The Franklin County Visitors Bureau invites all to explore history, arts and architecture, recreation, natural beauty, fresh foods and the warm hospitality of communities like Chambersburg, Greencastle, Mercersburg, Shippensburg, and Waynesboro. Franklin County PA is located just north of the Mason Dixon Line and is an easy drive to Washington DC, Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh. Discover more….plan a visit soon at ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or by contacting 866.646.8060.

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SteelSeries sets a new standard in gaming mouse sensor technology with the launch of the TrueMove3 optical sensor, engineered in partnership with PixArt, becoming the first true 1-to-1 sensor.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

SteelSeries, the fastest growing major PC gaming headset brand in the US*, today sets a new standard in gaming mouse sensor technology with the launch of the SteelSeries TrueMove3 optical sensor, engineered in partnership with PixArt, becoming the first true 1-to-1 sensor. SteelSeries releases the TrueMove3 sensor exclusively in the newly designed Sensei 310 and Rival 310 gaming mice.

“We are launching the first true, esports sensor,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, SteelSeries CEO. “Our brand was built more than 15 years ago to help esports pros win championships. We are proud and humbled that our gear has won more prize money than any other brand. We have done this by ignoring conventional wisdom, and focusing on what truly makes esports pros better - out of that quest comes the new TrueMove sensor.”

The TrueMove3 Sensor – The First True Esports Sensor

The TrueMove3 is a 12,000 CPI, 350 IPS optical sensor that SteelSeries built with sensor industry leader, PixArt. Its ultra-low-latency, rapid-response tracking delivers the most natural and accurate mouse movement. Unlike other mouse sensors bogged down with inefficient jitter reduction and tracking latency, TrueMove3’s 1-to-1 tracking from 100 to 3,500 CPI delivers true esports performance. No other gaming mouse in the world has ever offered this.

From 3,500 to 12,000 CPI the TrueMove3 uses new, advanced jitter reduction to deliver natural mouse movement without slowing down response time. The custom-engineered TrueMove3 SROM dramatically reduces response time and greatly increases accuracy.

Thanks to the exclusive collaboration with PixArt, the TrueMove3 is the first sensor of its kind and is only available in the Sensei 310 and Rival 310.

EG Dota 2 player, Syed “SumaiL” Hassan says, “I win because I work hard to be the best, and I need gear that can keep up - a mouse that makes me forget that I’m even using it. That’s what we need as players, gear to match our pace and be an extension of us. I’ve been winning LAN's using a prototype of the Sensei 310 since early this year - now it's my mouse, and, when I'm finished with it, it will have won millions.”

Sensei 310 - The Master Respawns

The legendary SteelSeries Sensei is back with enhanced technology and features in the acclaimed ambidextrous Sensei design. The mouse features 8-programmable buttons, the industry’s first pure silicone side grips, a new, exclusive split-trigger button design with mechanical switches that guarantee an industry-leading 50-million clicks ensuring lifelong durability for a fast and consistent click feel.

Rival 310 - The Right Hand

The Rival 310 is the newest member of the Rival line. The new Rival 310 shares all the same features and sensor as the Sensei 310, but in an ergonomic, right-handed design that the Rival line is recognized for. The new esports mouse includes six programmable buttons and a soft resistance-free rubber cable.

SteelSeries Engine Software

On-board memory allows the user to save settings, so gamers don’t need to reconfigure their settings for the mouse on different computers. The mouse is also compatible with SteelSeries Engine Apps like PrismSync and GameSense lighting to provide synchronized lighting effects across SteelSeries devices and display reactive illumination responses to in-game events.

The Sensei 310 and Rival 310 exclusively featuring SteelSeries TrueMove3 Sensor are available now on SteelSeries website each for $59.99 / €69.99.

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About SteelSeries

SteelSeries is a leader in gaming peripherals focused on quality, innovation and functionality, and the fastest growing major PC gaming headset brand in the US*. Founded in 2001, SteelSeries aims at improving performance through first-to-market innovations and technologies that helps gamers play harder, train longer, and rise to the challenge. SteelSeries supports the growth of competitive gaming tournaments and eSports with the goal of connecting gamers to each other and fostering a sense of community and purpose. SteelSeries’ team of professional and gaming enthusiasts help design and craft every single accessory, and are the driving force behind the company.

To learn more about SteelSeries’ products and esports partnerships, visit http://SteelSeries.com or follow us on social media for the latest updates at http://facebook.com/steelseries and be a part of the conversation on Twitter @SteelSeries.

*Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service/ PC Headset-PC Microphone/Dec. 2016 vs. Dec. 2015/dollar sales/”major” is defined as any PC Headset manufacturer selling over 25K units”

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Perfect for Back to School, Harris Communications' alarm clocks are designed especially for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and deep sleepers. They wake with vibration, flashing lights and loud audible alarms.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

Just in time for back to school, Harris Communications introduces a new brochure highlighting its latest alarm clocks and watches for the Deaf, hard of hearing and deep sleepers who cannot hear ordinary alarm clocks.

Harris Communications offers an extensive collection of alarm clocks and watches designed for the Deaf and hard of hearing of all ages, including watches that wake with gentle vibration, Bluetooth® bedshaker and sound alarms that sync with smartphones, and alarm clocks that wake with extra loud alarms, bed-shaking vibration and/or flashing lights.

“Most of us take it for granted that our alarm clock will wake us up,” said Ray Harris, president of Harris Communications. “If you can’t hear your alarm clock, it creates a lot of anxiety that can prevent you from getting a restful night’s sleep, and that can affect your child’s grades, your performance at work, as well as your health and safety. Our alarm clocks and watches will help you get out of bed on time so you can enjoy a stress-free morning, get the kids to the bus stop on time, and make it to work on time.”

Celebrating 35 years of helping the hard of hearing and Deaf live life to its fullest, Harris Communications provides more than 2,000 solutions for all levels of hearing loss. Learn more at http://www.harriscomm.com, or call 952-388-2152 (video phone) or 877-539-7445 (voice) to speak with a hearing loss expert and request a free brochure. A digital copy of the brochure is available at http://bit.ly/2vemySl.

About Harris Communications, Inc.

Based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Harris Communications, Inc. is a leading supplier of hearing loss solutions for people with all levels of hearing loss. Since its founding in 1982 by Dr. Robert Harris, himself a member of the Deaf community, Harris Communications has helped millions of Deaf and hard of hearing customers enjoy their lives to the fullest by providing expert advice and a wide range of more than 2,000 assistive devices and educational resources. The company’s product line includes alerting devices, phone and TV amplifiers, personal amplification systems, tinnitus maskers, books and media and much more. Harris Communications also supplies ADA compliance products and hearing protection equipment.

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Today, Allegro Software announced it has earned FIPS 140-2 level 1 validation on four additional platforms with the Allegro Cryptography Engine, ACE from the U.S. government’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

BOXBOROUGH, MA (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

Allegro Software, a leading supplier of Internet component software for the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced it has earned FIPS 140-2 level 1 validation on four additional platforms with the Allegro Cryptography Engine (ACE) from the U.S. government’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This marks the culmination of Allegro’s largest validation effort to date with the U.S. government. Specifically engineered for the rigors of resource constrained IoT computing environments, ACE enables manufacturers to leverage standards-based cryptography in IoT environments with ease. ACE is ideally suited for use in embedded systems and IoT applications in the military, energy, medical and communications industries.

ACE AND FIPS 140-2 VALIDATION

Since the passage of the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), Federal agencies and contractors have a mandate to maintain greater control over data and information systems as a whole. U.S. Federal agencies that use cryptographic-based systems to protect sensitive information in military, medical, telecommunications, IoT applications and other IT-related products must use FIPS 140-2 validated modules to meet these security requirements. FIPS 140-2 validation is also required by national agencies in Canada and is recognized in Europe and Australia.

ACE is one of the smallest, fastest, and most comprehensive FIPS 140-2 validated software modules on the market for IoT applications. Specifically engineered for the critical cryptographic computing needs of IoT applications, ACE is easily used, highly portable, and uniquely configurable to operate in the toughest resource sensitive environments. With a rich software API, IoT developers can easily perform bulk encryption and decryption, message digests, digital signature creation and validation, along with key generation and exchange. ACE also includes a platform independent implementation of NSA defined Suite B cryptographic algorithms as well as other FIPS approved algorithms. The FIPS approved algorithms are listed on the NIST CAVP sites along with the final validation designation on the NIST CVMP site.

To further aid developers implementing IoT security, ACE is pre-integrated with the full suite of Allegro AE IoT connectivity and security toolkits including RomSTL (TLS 1.2), RomCert (SCEP and OCSP), RomSShell AE (SSH), RomPager AE (web server) and RomWebClient AE (web client).

IoT SECURITY AND HARDWARE CRYPTOGRAPHIC ACCELERATION

IoT applications are engineered from the ground up for resource sensitive execution environments. Typically, the primary driving factor in these applications aims to deliver the highest value IoT product at the lowest cost. Unfortunately, implementing cryptographic security protocols in any environment is resource intensive in CPU, RAM and ROM which IoT devices often find difficult to support. To help address these needs, silicon manufacturers augment their chipsets with specifically engineered cryptographic engines to off-load resource intensive cryptographic calculations. Two of Allegro’s most recent FIPS 140-2 validated ACE modules have the flexibility to utilize on-board cryptographic acceleration when available. This greatly increases throughput while reducing the demand for CPU, RAM and ROM. These validations have been configured to support the on-board cryptographic acceleration from Intel (AES-NI) in addition to hardware based entropy to meet the latest NIST Implementation Guidance for FIPS modules.

“The need is critical for advanced security in IoT devices,” says Bob Van Andel, President of Allegro. “With the culmination of Allegro’s latest validations, IoT developers have access to the most essential component of seven key elements needed for proactive IoT security – highly portable, reliable, FIPS 140-2 validated cryptography.” ACE is delivered as an ANSI-C source code toolkit and is available now. To learn more about the “7 Key Elements for Proactive IoT Security” visit our website: https://www.allegrosoft.com/secure-iot. For additional information on Allegro Software and the full suite of Allegro AE IoT connectivity and security toolkits, visit our website: https://www.allegrosoft.com/iot-device-cybersecurity .

ABOUT ALLEGRO

Allegro Software Development Corporation is a premier provider of embedded Internet software components with an emphasis on industry-leading device management, embedded device security, UPnP-DLNA networking, and the Internet of Things. Since 1996, Allegro has been on the forefront of leading the evolution of secure device management solutions with its RomPager embedded web server and security toolkits. Also an active contributor to UPnP and DLNA initiatives, Allegro supplies a range of UPnP and DLNA toolkits that offer portability, easy integration, and full compliance with UPnP and DLNA specifications. Allegro is headquartered in Boxborough, MA.

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Readers of ChannelPro-SMB were invited to participate in the IT channel’s only SMB-focused Readers’ Choice Awards by casting their votes for the vendors, distributors, and professional organizations with the most SMB- and partner-friendly solutions, services, or programs in the channel today, via the publication’s website. For each of the 50+ categories, readers were asked to select the option that best satisfies the unique business requirements, work styles, and budgets of their small and midsize business clients, as well as those that best serve their own partner organizations.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

Readers of ChannelPro-SMB were invited to participate in the IT channel’s only SMB-focused Readers’ Choice Awards by casting their votes for the vendors, distributors, and professional organizations with the most SMB- and partner-friendly solutions, services, or programs in the channel today, via the publication’s website. For each of the 50+ categories, readers were asked to select the option that best satisfies the unique business requirements, work styles, and budgets of their small and midsize business clients, as well as those that best serve their own partner organizations.

The multiple-choice survey, which provided space for write-in responses, was fielded during the first quarter of 2017 and drew participation from more than 500 channel VARs, MSPs, integrators, system builders, and IT consultants. Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners are named in each category.

“We are gratified that such a large number of readers participated in our survey, underscoring their commitment to, and understanding of, the SMB market and the vendors, distributors, and professional associations with whom they partner,” says Michael Siggins, publisher of ChannelPro-SMB. “The results are a true snapshot of the top IT product and service providers in today’s SMB channel.”

Gold winners include:

• Datto, Best Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery Solution
• Webroot, Best Endpoint Security
• Lenovo, Best Laptop/Ultrabook
• SolarWinds MSP, Best Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) Solution
• ConnectWise, Best PSA Solution
• Intel, Best Embedded Solution
• Plus many more

Complete details are posted at http://www.ChannelProNetwork.com effective August 1.

About ChannelPro-SMB

ChannelPro-SMB, part of The ChannelPro Network, provides targeted business and technology information for IT channel partners who serve small and midsize businesses. Via a monthly magazine and associated online properties, The ChannelPro Network delivers expert opinion, analysis, news, product reviews, and advice vital to a reseller’s business success. Perspectives from VARs, vendors, distributors, and analysts are spotlighted daily. No other media company focuses on the small and midsize marketplace like ChannelPro-SMB. More information is available at http://www.ChannelProNetwork.com.

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HIMSS unveils speaker lineup featuring cybersecurity experts from Intermountain, MIT, Partners HealthCare, UPMC.

New York, New York (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

HIMSS announced today that Gov. Tom Ridge, First Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Former Governor of Pennsylvania; and Chairman of Ridge Global, is confirmed as opening keynote at HIMSS' Healthcare Security Forum, the nation's leading conference for health organizations tackling data security. The event kicks off at the Sheraton Boston Hotel, Sept. 11-13, 2017.

Ridge will deliver his keynote, "From Risk to Resilience: The Global Mission to Secure Cyberspace", Sept. 11, 2017, at 9:05 a.m. In his keynote, Ridge will explore the evolution of cybersecurity strategy, and share what to expect from emerging cyber threats, and how healthcare organizations can better integrate cybersecurity into its suite of core business functions.

"It is with great pleasure that we welcome Gov. Tom Ridge as our opening keynote at the HIMSS Healthcare Security Forum," said John Whelan, Executive Vice President, HIMSS Media. "As one of the world's most renowned security experts, Ridge will bring a critical perspective around cybersecurity priorities and what healthcare organizations can do to stay ahead of the threats."

Sponsored by Connection, Edge Hosting, IBM, Mimecast, Radiant Logic, Sailpoint, and Unisys, the three-day Healthcare Security Forum features 40+ deep-dive sessions, eight networking sessions, and brings together prominent security experts from leading organizations who will share critical strategies around cybersecurity; incident response; emerging threats; ransomware, risk management, identity and access management; HIPAA audits; medical device security; strategic communication; BAAs, and more.

Keynotes:

•     Gov. Tom Ridge, U.S. Department of Homeland Security 2003-2005; Former Governor of Pennsylvania; and Chairman of Ridge Global
•     Michael Daniel: Cybersecurity Coordinator to President Barack Obama 2012-2016 & Special Assistant to the President

Featured Speakers:

•     Children's National Health System: Chad Wilson, Director of Information Security
•     Christiana Care Health System: Anahi Santiago, CISO
•     HITRUST: Michael Parisi, VP of Assurance, Strategy and Community Development
•     Intermountain Healthcare: Bruce James, Director, Cybersecurity Architecture
•     Johns Hopkins: Darren Lacey, CISO
•     MIT: Stuart Madnick, John Norris Maguire Professor of Information Technology
•     Northeastern University: Engin Kirda, Professor, College of Computer & Information Science
•     Partners HealthCare: Jigar Kadakia, Chief Information Security & Privacy Officer
•     Sentara Healthcare: Dan Bowden, CISO
•     Texas Children's Hospital: Sanjeev Sav, CISO
•     Troutman Sanders: Steven Gravely, Partner
•     UMC Health System: Phil Alexander, Director of Information Security
•     UPMC: John Houston, VP Privacy and Information Security
•     Visit our event website for more information, to register now, or see a complete speaker lineup.

About HIMSS Media

HIMSS Media is the fastest growing B2B media group focused exclusively on healthcare and technology markets. Through its suite of market-leading brands, such as Healthcare IT News, Healthcare Finance and MobiHealthNews, HIMSS Media delivers news, analysis and must-have information to an audience of senior healthcare and technology influencers. HIMSS Media is also the leading producer of important live events, such as Healthcare Security Forum; Healthcare Finance Strategy 2017; Patient Engagement & Experience Summit; Pop Health Forum; Revenue Cycle Solutions Summit; Big Data & Healthcare Analytics Forum; Machine Learning & AI for Healthcare; and the Digital and Personal Connected Health event.

About HIMSS

HIMSS is a global voice, advisor, convener, and thought leader of health transformation through the best use of IT with a unique breadth and depth of expertise and capabilities to improve the quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness of health and healthcare. Through its network of over 1 million professionals, including 64,000-plus members, HIMSS advises leaders, stakeholders and influencers globally on IT best practices to ensure decision-makers have the right information at the right time to make the right decisions. HIMSS North America, HIMSS Analytics, Personal Connected Health Alliance, HIMSS Media and HIMSS International (HIMSS Europe, HIMSS Asia and HIMSS Middle East) are the five business units of HIMSS. A not-for-profit headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, HIMSS has additional offices in North America, Europe, United Kingdom, and Asia.

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Samtec, Inc, a privately held $661 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, recently received the highest overall rating in the Bishop & Associates’ European Customer Survey of the Electronic Connector Industry.

New Albany, IN (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

Samtec, Inc, a privately held $661 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, recently received the highest overall rating in the Bishop & Associates’ European Customer Survey of the Electronic Connector Industry. This is the 10th time Samtec has been rated as the #1 connector company in Europe.

Samtec received the highest overall ranking in the survey. Samtec was ranked #1 by both Engineers and Purchasing. Samtec’s website, http://www.samtec.com, was ranked highest ranked in overall satisfaction, ease of finding products, availability of technical documentation, and satisfaction with placing orders. Samtec also received top ranking in delivery of samples, technical support and expertise, sales representatives’ support, inside Sales/Customer Service, meeting requested delivery dates, order lead times, and on-time delivery. 

“It’s an outstanding achievement to be ranked number one for the tenth time in the European Customer Service Survey,” said Ron Bishop, President of Bishop and Associates. “This award demonstrates Samtec’s commitment to service at all levels of their company. It shows they understand that the definition of service evolves, and they change with it.”

Bishop & Associates annually surveys electronic equipment manufacturers (OEMs), Cable Assembly Manufacturers, Contract Manufacturers (CEMs) and Distributors to determine how the connector industry, and selected connector manufacturers, are performing. 

Respondents represented a variety of market sectors, including Industrial Controls, Automotive, Military/Government, Communications, Medical, Computer/Peripheral, Aircraft/Missiles, Consumer Electronics, Transportation, Test/Measurement, Office/Business Equipment, to list the biggest segments.

Forty six (46) connector manufacturers were included in the survey, including Molex, TE Connectivity, Amphenol, 3M Electronics, Phoenix Contact, ODU, Rosenberger, EPT, Harting, WAGO, LEMO, Huber + Suhner, Hirose Electric, and J.S.T., among others.

About Samtec, Inc.:

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $661 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including IC-to-Board and IC Packaging, High Speed Board-to-Board, High Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 33 locations in 18 different countries, Samtec’s global presence enables its unmatched customer service. For more information, please visit http://www.samtec.com.

About Bishop and Associates:

Bishop and Associates is a market research firm that specializes in the world electronic connector industry. The firm publishes a monthly newsletter titled “The Bishop Report,” and the twice-monthly digital publication Connector Supplier.  The reports, produced by a staff of 20 researchers, focus on geographic regions, end-user equipment markets, connector products, and interconnect technologies.  The firm also provides executive placement services and conducts multi-client studies and customer surveys, and assists in merger and acquisition activity.  For more information, please visit  http://bishopinc.com/.    

Contacts:

Samtec, Inc.:

Danny Boesing

Product Marketing Director

danny.boesing(at)samtec.com

Bishop & Associates:

Ron Bishop

President

bishop(at)bishopinc.com

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OneLogin protect to minimize workday interruptions by providing a more secure, streamlined multi-factor authentication experience.

San Francisco, Calif. (PRWEB) August 01, 2017

OneLogin, the identity management provider bringing speed and integrity to the modern enterprise, today announced the release of OneLogin Protect, a minimally-intrusive multi-factor authentication solution designed to increase security and productivity for OneLogin customers.

Companies today are quickly moving to multi-factor authentication to increase application security beyond single-factor authentication. This has caused a reduction in productivity, as users are required to authenticate themselves manually by entering in a one-time password code sent to their mobile device before they can gain access to company applications.

OneLogin Protect simplifies this process by displaying MFA Access Requests as a notification. Users can tap on the notification from their lock screen, which then prompts them to “Accept” or “Deny” the access request and verify through Touch ID. The entire process requires no more than 5-10 seconds, reducing the level of interruption to allow users to return to peak productivity sooner.

“There is nothing more annoying than having to stop what you are doing for an MFA access request. Like all users, we wanted to reduce these constant interruptions in our workday,” said David Meyer, vice president of product, OneLogin. “That’s why we set-out to build a more streamlined MFA experience. With OneLogin Protect, users can accept MFA requests with two taps on their phone or one tap on their watch. It couldn’t be more simple.”

In addition to using a user’s mobile device, OneLogin can send access requests to a user's Apple Watch or Android Wear that are paired with a phone running OneLogin Protect. This allows users to simply touch a notification on their watch to authenticate themselves. OneLogin Watch MFA is another way OneLogin is helping users return to productivity faster than ever before.

OneLogin Protect is now generally available for Android and iOS phones and watches. To download OneLogin Protect from the iOS app store, please visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/onelogin-protect/id509252983?mt=8.

Resources

Blog: What to look for in Multi-factor Authentication

Product Page: Modern Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Documentation Page: Multifactor Authentication

About OneLogin, Inc.

OneLogin brings speed and integrity to the modern enterprise with an award-winning single sign-on (SSO) and cloud identity and access management (IAM) platform. Our portfolio of solutions secures connections across all users, all devices, and every application, helping enterprises drive new levels of business integrity, operational velocity, and team efficiency across all their cloud and on-premise applications. OneLogin manages and secures millions of identities around the globe. We are headquartered in San Francisco, California.

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