Daily Archives: March 18, 2011

Management

The Progress Group Names Steve Hopper as Associate Partner

The supply-chain consulting firm that makes change happen expands its robust team of supply-chain experts, adding an industry veteran with more than two decades of experience.

ATLANTA, Georgia (7 March 2011) — The Progress Group has announced the appointment of Stephen T. Hopper, PE, as Associate Partner. A specialist in supply-chain execution, Steve has helped dozens of Fortune 1000 clients drive down their operating costs and boost the performance of their people, inventory, facilities, equipment, material handling systems, and information technology. Hopper’s strength is streamlining warehousing and distribution operations to improve efficiency, customer service, and cost-effectiveness. His core capabilities include:

  • Conception, modeling, analysis, design, and reengineering of warehousing and distribution operations and business processes
  • Strategic distribution network planning
  • Distribution center planning, design, and process improvement
  • Economic evaluation and justification of alternative solutions
  • Design, estimation, specification, selection, and implementation of material handling systems and supply-chain information systems such as WMS and LMS
  • Improvement of labor productivity, resource utilization, and customer service levels
  • Reduction of inventory

“I’m thrilled to join forces with The Progress Group,” says Hopper. “My new associates are among the most knowledgeable, experienced, and highly respected supply-chain professionals on the planet, and the firm’s reputation of client satisfaction is unmatched in the industry. It’s a real honor to be a member of this great team.”

Steve comes to The Progress Group from Inviscid Consulting, which he founded in 2004. Steve also held key roles with Kurt Salmon Associates (KSA), RedPrairie, Retek Logistics (now part of Oracle Corporation), and Deloitte’s Garr Consulting logistics practice. He earned a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering (BIE) degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology and is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

About The Progress Group

The Progress Group, LLC, is an independent management-consulting firm that makes change happen in supply-chain operations. Founded in 1991, the firm specializes in solving problems in and improving the performance of warehousing, distribution, manufacturing, and logistics operations in a variety of industries. For more information, visit www.theprogressgroup.com.

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Internet & Online

CRM Services Get A Premium Makeover With B1 Sales

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March 14, 2011 – If you are looking for a comprehensive CRM solution that can integrate specific customer interactions with your company business strategies, B1 Sales can become the answer to your problems. Their system provides a complete platform for various customer management functions that can make sure that you attract new customers while retaining your old clients. The official spokesperson for the company describes the market scenario through the comment “Current organizational goals involve a lot of customer related activity which can be extremely complex on manual supervision. Our system would automate the key tasks and functions on your behalf so that you can keep track of all your customer related activities without having to spend huge amounts on the infrastructure.”

Labeling the product as a multi-channel customer management tool, the spokesperson says “The system of B1 sales known as CRM en espanol could keep track of various marketing campaigns, create specific profiles for each client along with complete history of interactions and dealings so customer service would become an extremely simple procedure. Everything from contact based sales to definition of rules for interactions can help turn your business into an autopilot managed concern, with minimal errors and risk issues. The system, also called CRM en espanol, has been designed to perform multi-level functions to provide complete customer support and sales force automation for the company.”

Speaking on the benefits of the tool, he says “Here at B1 sales, customer satisfaction and sales driven revenue are our primary concern. We have multiple encryption and security practices for protection of sensitive data along with the option to customize the settings of the system at every level. We also employ the principles of Software as a Service (SaaS), so all you need to manage your entire customer domain is a simple working computer along with an internet connection.” The spokesperson ends his keynote as he says “If you are interested in knowing more about the facilities and benefits that our CRM system has to offer, you can visit our web portal at http://www.b1sales.com/web/ and check out how the high performance tool can give you an edge over your business competitors.”

Contact Details:

B1 Technologies SA de CV
Sierra de pinos 405
Zip: 20118
City: Aguascalientes
Phone: 078412341234
Email: servicios@b1techno.com

Business, Education

Americolleges Expands Its Nationwide College Directory to Include Career Specific Sites – Anthony Rolon, President of AmeriColleges

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Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. (March 18, 2011) – Americolleges, a nationwide college directory, is expanding its scope to include niche sites specific to the needs of the consumer. Americolleges’ main portals – americolleges.com and canadacareercolleges.com – will continue to provide unparalleled information on hundreds of colleges, career schools, and career training programs, while the niche sites will provide the same information for specific career paths.

“The niche sites are specific to the interests of the student. Rather than searching an entire site, a student that is seeking a career in the beauty and wellness industry can use beautyandwellnessschools.com where they will have access to schools in that category. The information on the niche sites is relevant to the student – to the career, programs, and schools they are interested in,” said Anthony Rolon, President of Americolleges.

As Americolleges continues to grow and expand, creating an environment that is both user-friendly and effective will remain the primary goal. In addition to career specific sites ranging from art and design to medical billing and coding, consumers will now have access to sites dedicated entirely to graduate schools and traditional colleges through searchgradschools.com and traditionalcollegesearch.com. Drawing from the success of its main portals, Americolleges’ niche sites will provide information on colleges and schools that are specific to the consumer’s needs.

Anthony Rolon:
Marketing and Admissions Executive in the private post-secondary education sector with over 20 years experience. Held a variety of Admissions and Marketing management positions in both single-location and multi-location Education companies including Berkeley Colleges, ATI Enterprises, Florida Career Colleges and American Institutes, among others.

Former co-owner of the American Institute of Massage Therapy and American Institute of Cosmetology located in South Florida.Most recently employed as Vice President of Interactive Media for EdExperts, an advertising agency servicing companies both inside and outside of the post-secondary education sector. In this role was responsible for millions of internet ad dollars annually and was responsible for lead generation, management and performance of the entire interactive division.

Anthony has been dedicated to being on the cutting edge of the ever-changing, ever-growing field of internet marketing. This dedication resulted in the creation of World Web Partners, where he currently serves as President.

For more information, Visit www.americolleges.com

CONTACT:
Anthony Rolon,
President,
Americolleges
PH: (954) 306-6373

Business, Pets

BIG DOG WORLD WINS ‘YOUNG BUSINESS OF THE YEAR’ AWARD

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A new online ‘one stop shop’ for owners of large and giant breed dogs has been awarded ‘Young Business of the Year’ in the 2011 Surrey Business Awards.

Launched in September 2010, Big Dog World is based near Dorking in Surrey. Delivering nationwide they supply everything for large dogs, including premium dog food and treats, large dog beds , collars, harnesses, and coats, tough toys and chews, health and grooming products and training accessories.

Managing Director Neil Stanton started the business after struggling to find suitable products for his own dog, a 13-stone Newfoundland called Elvis.

Mr Stanton said “To be recognised in these awards so soon after starting up is extremely encouraging and feels like a real achievement. The business is growing rapidly and our range of products is expanding every month. We are constantly on the lookout for new and innovative products, especially from small independent manufacturers.”

“Since our launch, we have received huge support from large dog owners across the UK. Customer service is our number one priority, so its really pleasing to hear all the positive feedback and have a 100% customer satisfaction rating.”

Category judge Sarah De’lacy from Surrey Research Park said “Neil particularly impressed me with his passion and determination to succeed, and the thorough research he did on his market.”

For More Info Visit: http://www.bigdogworld.co.uk

Park View, Stane Street
Ockley
City: Dorking
County/State: Surrey
Postcode/ZIP: RH5 5TD
Country: United Kingdom
Email: neil@bigdogworld.co.uk
Phone: 08456809364

Technology

Group Voicemail a “First” among Group Texting Services

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Voice Mail & Conference Calling Rolled out by SMS Texting Service GroupFlier.

Bethesda, MD, March 18, 2011 — Group texting service GroupFlier (http://www.groupflier.com) today announced a group voicemail feature that is unique among the band of group texting services like GroupMe, GroupedIn, and TextPlus.

Showing it off this week at the South by Southwest event (SXSW), GroupFlier users can now send or listen to voicemails. Another new service that users can take full advantage of freely is creating and joining conference calls.

“The group voicemail feature is unique among all the texting players,” said Morris Panner, GroupFlier CEO. “Sometimes a 140-character text is not enough to convey a message. A baseball coach, for example, can alert all the players on the team about a change in a game location and explain in detail why, for whatever reason. Some of our users just find it easier or more expedient to talk and leave voicemail.”

About the Voicemail Feature:
* The group creator can send a voicemail to everyone in the group. Individual members can also create a voicemail however that voicemail goes only to the group owner/creator.
* Group members receive an SMS message informing them that a new voicemail is waiting for them.
* The menu system handles multiple voicemails that can be deleted at any time.
Conference Calling Support
* Anyone in a chat group can create a conference call but only the group owner can create a conference call that will reach all members.
* Group members receive an SMS message inviting them to join the conference.
* A conference call has an imposed maximum of 40 participants.

GroupFlier allows any community of friends – club, team, class or party – to use a single text message (or voicemail) to reach everyone in the group at once. Users can also create public groups of curated texts open to anyone wishing to join.

Yesterday the company announced that its free group text messaging app is available on the Android Market as well as on the iPhone App Store.

The GroupFlier Android app can be found on the Android Market by clicking:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.townflier.groupflier

GroupFlier can also be found on the iPhone App Store by clicking:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/groupflier/id411998142?mt=8&ls=1

About GroupFlier:
GroupFlier’s mission is to empower clubs and associations of all types, through free group texting and content curating for SMS. The service is compatible with all cellphone devices and platforms, whether it be a BlackBerry, Android, iPhone or old Nokia, as well as supporting any service plans by AT&T, Verizon or a phone card.

All trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net, Inc
Austin, TX
(401) 349-3369
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.groupflier.com

Technology

Group Texting Service GroupFlier Available on Android and iPhone

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Group texting service GroupFlier, today announced that its free group text messaging app is now available on the Android Market as well as on the iPhone App Store.

Bethesda, MD, March 18, 2011 — Group texting service GroupFlier (http://www.groupflier.com) today announced that its free group text messaging app is now available on the Android Market as well as on the iPhone App Store.

GroupFlier allows any community of friends – club, team, class or party – to use a single text message to reach everyone in the group at once. Users can also create public groups of curated texts open to anyone wishing to join.

The Android and iPhone apps allow users to receive and send texts to groups directly from the mobile app. In the mobile app, users get a list of their current texting groups with an indicator of unread messages. The mobile apps also let users create new groups. Both apps use the native notification systems on iPhone and Android to keep users up to the minute on the latest messages between group members.

The GroupFlier Android app can be found on the Android Market by clicking:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.townflier.groupflier

GroupFlier can also be found on the iPhone App Store by clicking:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/groupflier/id411998142?mt=8&ls=1

Most recently GroupFlier announced it was the official group texting app for Style X (pronounced “style by”), connecting fashion designers and musicians at the South by Southwest SXSW 2011 event this week in Austin, Texas. To join, people can also simply visit http://groupflier.com and click “Public Groups.”

Android Market is an online software store developed by Google for Android devices. An application program (“app”) called “Market” is preinstalled on most Android devices and allows users to browse and download apps published by third-party developers, hosted on Android Market.

The Apple App Store is an app by Apple to download apps on an Apple device (the iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad And Mac) offered by Apple Inc. which allows users to browse and download applications from the iTunes Store that were developed with the iOS SDK or Mac SDK and published through Apple.

About GroupFlier:
GroupFlier’s mission is to empower clubs and associations of all types, through free group texting and content curating for SMS. The service is compatible with all cellphone devices and platforms, whether it be a BlackBerry, Android, iPhone or old Nokia, as well as supporting any service plans by AT&T, Verizon or a phone card.

All trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net, Inc
Austin, TX
(401) 349-3369
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.groupflier.com

Travel

SAN DIEGO MARRIOTT LA JOLLA HOTEL ANNOUNCES SAN DIEGO FAMILY GETAWAY PACKAGES

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LA JOLLA, CA To kick off the warmer months ahead, San Diego Marriott La Jolla one of San Diego’s best family-friendly hotels, invites international travellers going on holiday to Southern California to make this hotel their home base. Kids will love all of the fantastic San Diego attractions, beaches and exciting activities; parents will love the vast and diverse offerings at the La Jolla Marriott in San Diego, CA.

Just unveiled are these amazing Stay & Play family fun-filled packages:
– Family Dollar Day Savings Package with $1 Parking, $1 Breakfast, and $1 In-room Movie
– $100 Hotel Credit to Spend Your Way Package with hotel credit to spend on Internet, parking and more
– Get Up and Go, Go, Go Package includes two adult day passes for nearly 50 San Diego area attractions
– LEGOLAND PARK Adventure Package with adult tickets to more than 60 rides, shows and attractions
– SeaWorld Adventure Package with two adult tickets and $99 in bounce back coupons for future stay

Packages start from $189 USD with minimum two night stay and advanced reservations. Package prices will vary as well. Some packages require certain number of nights, and all are subject to availability. These are some of San Diego Marriott La Jolla’s top hotel deals and it’s easy to book online by visiting www.marriott.com/sanlj or by calling the hotel directly at 1-858-587-1414, or toll free 1-888-236-2427.

La Jolla, set near the sweeping coast of Southern California with year-round perfect weather, is referred to as “The Jewel.” La Jolla is an exquisite combination of a Southern European resort atmosphere and Southern California fun with a down to earth feel. The city-by-the-sea beckons travellers with miles of white sandy beaches, loads of nearby attractions, world-class golf, cultural activities, visual and performing arts, top notch restaurants, choice shopping, surfing and water sports. There’s never been a more perfect time to visit this “Jewel” destination, which has something for everyone.

About the San Diego Marriott La Jolla

The San Diego Marriott La Jolla is located within San Diego’s scenic Golden Triangle. The hotel is linked via Skywalk to the University Town Centre, which features popular retail stores, restaurants and even an ice rink. Famous La Jolla Shores with unique boutique shops, galleries, and cafes present countless opportunities for excellent dining and shopping. Guests can retire to one of 360 guestrooms featuring Marriott’s luxurious Revive bedding. Hotel highlights range from a sparkling pool, new fitness centre, casual California Coastal cuisine at on-site restaurant 4240 and the sleek Blue Jewel lounge, where guests are encouraged to relax and socialize while enjoying premier California wines. The Quench Marketplace provides guests with a quick grab-and-go menu along with Starbucks Coffee. For more information about the hotel, visit www.marriott.com/sanlj

Name: Maris Somerville
Email: maris@somervillepr.com
Phone: 3102075663
Country: United States