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Automotive

SmartTOP Convertible Top Controllers for Porsche Carrera Convertible and Porsche Boxster Gain Added Functionality

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The SmartTOP convertible top modules offered by automotive electronics specialist Mods4cars allow drivers to open and close the top with one-touch convenience while driving at slow speeds as well as from a distance using the original remote key fob. Now owners of the Carrera 991 and Boxster 981 models get to enjoy two added features: Automatic volume adjustment for the radio allows the sound to be muted upon starting the engine. In-car configuration of the module is now possible on cars equipped with multifunction steering wheel.

Las Vegas, NV (USA), July 26th, 2013 — Thanks to the aftermarket SmartTOP add-on top controller module, owners of the Porsche Carrera 991 and Boxster 981 get to enjoy full automatic one-touch top operation. Activate the console switch briefly and the top opens or closes by itself; there is no longer any need to hold the switch for the duration of the operation. Additionally it is possible to activate the top from the factory key fob remote. Here too the operation cycle completes without the need to hold any button the entire time. Each SmartTOP module also comes with a host of bonus features that make owning a convertible more fun and convenient.

Mods4cars has now added two new features to the Porsche Carrera 991 and Boxster 981 modules: If desired, the module can mute the radio when the ignition is first turned on. “Unfortunately the last used volume setting is not preserved on these systems. The radio always turns on at a factory pre-set volume when turning the ignition on, even if it was turned off or muted before.” says PR manager Sven Tornow. “This function is intended for those among our customers who would like to start driving without the radio playing.” Sven Tornow concludes.

Additionally the user configurable settings can now be programmed in cars equipped with the multifunction steering wheel. It is now possible to change settings in the car by using key combinations or by using a laptop connected to the module’s USB port. The USB port also allows customers to update the module firmware using a Mac or Windows laptop or desktop computer. Firmware updates are available online and free of charge for the life of the product. Existing customer always get to enjoy new functionality and updates as well.

The Porsche modules offer the following bonus features: Opening and closing of the windows independently from the top, an extended mode where top operation is not interrupted by turning the ignition on or off. A “valet” switch that turns the entire module off temporarily while retaining all user settings. The kit comes with a custom designed wiring adapter and can be installed or removed easily.

The Carrera 991 wind deflector gains one-touch operation and can be programmed to automatically raise up after the top is opened.

SmartTOP modules are available for Alfa, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Infiniti, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Volvo and VW. The kits are offered for almost all modern convertibles and roadsters on the road today. Pricing starts at 199 Euros + tax.

A product demonstration for the Carrera 991 can be seen here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTGqb7Zz4iQ

A product demonstration for the Boxster 981 can be seen here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yahWdY7iDHQ

Further details and purchasing information can be found here:
http://www.mods4cars.com

About Mods4cars:
Mods4cars was founded in 2002 with the idea to add a highly demanded feature to the otherwise almost perfect Porsche Boxster: Comfort One-Touch roof operation while driving at slow speeds. The resulting product offered not only that, but also allowed quick and easy installation by just swapping out a relay box, thus leaving no traces and no permanent changes on the vehicle. The first SmartTOP roof controller was born.

The success of their first products in Germany and Europe prompted them in late 2004 to move operations to the USA, to be able to serve the American market as well as all other English speaking countries such as Australia, UK and South Africa from one central location. Their business has grown to a full-fledged international corporation with an office in Las Vegas and a full line of innovative products as well as distributors and installation partners all over the globe.

Being highly specialized in the development and distribution of aftermarket roof- and comfort controllers since 2002 allows them to offer an unsurpassed level of competence and product quality. Their main goal is optimization of each individual product to a maximum in compatibility, usability and intuitive operation. They put greatest effort into development and quality checks of all their products to achieve this goal and meet all expectations of their customers.

The extraordinary success of their products is also based on the great communication with their customers, which usually already starts for each new product during the development and prototyping phase.

Press & Media Contact:
Anja Lehmann
Mods4cars LLC
1350 E. Flamingo Rd #3100
Las Vegas, NV 89119 – USA
+1-310-9109055
lehmann@mods4cars.com
http://www.mods4cars.com

Art

South India’s Only Art Festival, ‘Art Bengaluru’ is back with its 4th Edition

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Co-sponsor ‘Jaguar’ to showcase latest luxury models at the Festival and Luxury Art Auction.

Bangalore, India, July 19, 2013 — Art Bengaluru needs no introduction. What was started in 2010 as an attempt to increase art awareness in the city, has today grown into a much-awaited international art festival that has carved a niche for Bangalore on the global art map.

The 4th Edition of Art Bengaluru presented by The Collection, UB City in association with Sublime Galleria and Art Chutney will take place at The Collection, UB City. It promises to be a week-long extravaganza from 16th to 23rd of August, 2013. ‘Art Bengaluru 2013’ will bring together the best art galleries from across India as well as the rest of the world. Surpassing the magnificence of the previous editions of Art Bengaluru, this year will showcase the works of over 100 international and national artists from across 15 galleries on one common platform.

Ms. Uzma Irfan – Co-Founder, ‘Art Bengaluru’ and Founder, Sublime Galleria said, “This year’s theme for the festival is ‘Reflections’. Keeping with the theme the art festival will include all forms of art that are a reflection of our being and a portrayal of our emotions, be it joy, sorrow, turmoil, anger, etc. ‘Art Bengaluru 2013’ will have all the usual trademarks that have made it the landmark event, it is today. A grand opening night, national and international artists and art galleries, a residential art conclave and of course, the much-anticipated Luxury Art Auction as its culmination.”

The grand Inaugural Night will be on 16th August, 2013 and will showcase an artwork created by celebrated artist and Padmashree Awardee, Thota Tharrani. Sri Tharrani is working on the centre-piece exclusively for this event, to portray the theme of ‘Reflections’. He is an integral part of this festival, and will be present at the Opening Night. The evening will also feature Body Art Dancers as yet another reinforcement of the theme.

Highlights of the Festival:
Berserk:
Another major attraction of ‘Art Bengaluru 2013’ will be the introduction of ‘Berserk’, an Art Conference to promote and encourage creative awareness among children. This event by Sublime Galleria, will shortlist 60 children from 15 Bangalore Schools that encourage art in its multiple forms. Berserk 2013 is a 3-day residential conference for children between the age group of 8-12 years. Categorized under four key art verticals – Theatre, Dance, Music and Visual Art, Sublime has brought the best in the industry to mentor and guide these children. The expert mentors will be Jagriti for Theatre, Lourd Vijay Dance Studio for Dance, Taaqademy for Music and 3 Peel for Visual Art. Selected children of different verticals will receive trust funds and endorsements ranging from intensive training programs to working on productions under expert guidance. The endorsements are custom-designed by each of the vertical heads.

Luxury Art Auction:
Art Bengaluru always starts with a bang and ends with an even bigger one! This is because the festival culminates with the Luxury Art Auction, one of the most-awaited events of the year for serious art collectors. The Art Auction will take place on 23rd August, 2013 at ITC Windsor and to give it a truly international feel, the auction this year will be hosted by renowned London-based auctioneer, Bob Hayton. The magnitude of the event can be gauged by the fact that there will be up to 100 lots on auction this year. Last year’s auction included the works of celebrated artists like Abanindranath Tagore, Gaganendranath Tagore, Jamini Roy, Sailoz Mookherjea, Nandalal Bose, K.H. Ara, S.K. Bakre, H.A. Gade, M.F. Husain, S.H. Raza, F.N. Souza, Krishen Khanna, Akbar Padamsee, Ram Kumar, Bombay Group – Ara, Hebbar, S.G. Vasudev, M. Senathipathi, K.V. Haridasan, Paresh Maity, Jayasri Burman, Arunanshu Chowdhury, Arunkumar H.G. & Vasant Viraj Naik. This year too will witness works of these masters and many more. Over 15 well-known art patrons from different cities across India will invite select guests and art buyers for this event.

About Art Bengaluru:
Art Bengaluru is an exclusive event that is designed to showcase various types of art forms including ‘Wall Art’ (Fine Art, Paintings, Illustrations and Photographs) and ‘Stand-alone Art’ (Sculpture, Installations and Product Design). Art Bengaluru was first launched in March 2010, and after three successful editions, the event this year promises to be a bigger and more diverse ‘Reflection’ of everything that art mirrors!

The venue for Art Bengaluru is the highly-acclaimed, The Collection, UB City which is conveniently located in the heart of cosmopolitan Bangalore. Needless to say, the Tuscan architecture of UB City complements the art festival by creating an illusion of fluent expanse. Art displayed in this landmark area promises to enhance aesthetic awareness and create a sensory delight for the viewer.

For further information, please contact:
Urmila Biswas
+91 98860 99736
urmilabiswas@gmail.com
http://www.artbengaluru.in

Technology

UK National Weather Service Selects XebiaLabs for Application Deployment Services

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XebiaLabs today announced a new customer of its flagship Deployit application release automation platform.

Boston, MA (USA), July 17, 2013 — XebiaLabs ( http://www.xebialabs.com ) today announced a new customer of its flagship Deployit application release automation platform. The Met Office, the National Weather Service of the United Kingdom for 150 years, and recognized as one of the world’s most accurate weather forecasters, will use XebiaLabs solution to increase accuracy, speed and scale for the Met Office’s deployments of new applications and services.

Alan Morbey, Configuration Management Team Leader at the Met Office, said, “With Deployit we have already seen some very encouraging results, with deployment times being substantially reduced.”

Working with XebiaLabs UK partner Cachet Software ( http://www.cachet-software.com ), the Met Office will be able to support continuous delivery of services to millions of customers while reducing the risk of errors and number of resources required to get applications out to users.

Until recently, application release preparations were done manually, meaning each step would be subject to time-consuming checks to ensure it was planned and executed properly.

For the Met Office, XebiaLabs Deployit will ensure more efficient performance and deliver the ability to keep track of deployments and report on deployment results, leading to a substantial improvement in efficiency of the service delivery process.

Employing more than 1,800 people at 60 global locations, the Met Office uses more than 10 million weather observations and a supercomputer to create 3,000 tailored forecasts daily. These briefings are delivered to the general public, Government, businesses, the armed forces, and other organizations. For more information visit http://www.metoffice.gov.uk.

“The Met Office needed a flexible solution that could better scale and support continuous delivery of web-facing services to customers,” said Coert Baart, XebiaLabs CEO. “Working with our partner Cachet, the Met Office can now create an enterprise-class delivery solution automating the development-to-production chain, improve quality and reliably release features to users quickly.”

About XebiaLabs:
With customers such as 3M, Air France-KLM, Duke Energy, Pitney Bowes, and Societe Generale, XebiaLabs is a leading provider of Continuous Delivery Automation focused on helping organizations deliver business value faster and more efficiently. XebiaLabs’ flagship product, Deployit, is the only fully-automated Application Release Automation solution, allowing customers to carry out and scale application deployments across all middleware and cloud environments. Headquartered in the U.S., XebiaLabs has a world-wide network of sales offices and partners. For more information, please visit http://www.xebialabs.com.

Press Contacts:
Heather Moses, VP of Marketing, hmoses@xebialabs.com

Victor Cruz, Principal, MediaPR.net, vcruz@mediapr.net

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net Inc
Essex, MA – USA
+1 (978) 768-6888
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.xebialabs.com

Entertainment

Overcoming Fear Simply a Matter of “Faith”

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Author Elizabeth Kail Arnita says everyone has fears to face and her newest book Be Brave Bettina offers a lesson in how to overcome them.

Houston, TX (USA), July 17th, 2013 — Author Elizabeth Kail Arnita says everyone has fears to face and her newest book Be Brave Bettina offers a lesson in how to overcome them. Her character, Bettina, is a caterpillar afraid to become a butterfly. The transformation is a long and seemingly impossible journey.

“Through the encouragement of her new friends, Bettina faces and overcomes the fear that once threatened to keep her from becoming who she was made to be,” Arnita said. “I have firsthand experience with facing a paralyzing fear while struggling to overcome shyness and insecurity,” she said. “But by facing the fear and recognizing that the ‘what ifs’ exist, I have been able to move forward.”

Published through Halo Publishing International, Be Brave Bettina is a story that will help readers recognize that everyone has some level of self doubt, but that each of us also has an inner strength,” said Publisher Lisa Umina.

Arnita said Bettina reflects her reliance on God in all circumstances. “He is always there to offer love and guidance on our journey.” “Be Brave Bettina gives an example of how God will never leave us or forsake us, especially when we are going through difficult times.”

Born and raised near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the author is the youngest of 12 children. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Pittsburgh where she met her husband, Shadi. They have four children, reside in McMurray, Pennsylvania and are members of the Bible Chapel. Elizabeth and Shadi founded and manage a non-profit organization that funds and supports children who experience the cruel and harsh reality of poverty. Welcome the Children is assisting youngsters in Kenya and Panama where more than 500 students are given an opportunity to better themselves through nourishment provided for their body, mind and spirit, Arnita explained. Proceeds from Be Brave Bettina and the author’s first book, Baby Come Home, support the efforts of Welcome the Children.

To learn more about the Arnitas’ mission, visit http://www.welcomethechildren.org. To reach the author, e-mail her at e.arnita@welcomethechildren.org or call (724) 969-0891. To order copies of Be Brave Bettina, visit http://www.halopublishing.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Lisa M. Umina, Publisher
Halo Publishing International
AP #726 / P.O. Box 60326
Houston, TX 77205-0326 – USA
877-705-9647
lisa@halopublishing.com

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Landmark Judgment by Company Law Board (CLB), Mumbai Bench Setting Aside the Illegal Issue and Allotment of Shares Under ESOPs by Man Industries (India)

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Judgement also allows petitioner Mr. J.C. Mansukhani to convene an Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EOGM).

Mumbai, India, July 15th, 2013 — In a significant judgement dated 30th May 2013, the Company Law Board (CLB), Mumbai Bench has set aside the issue & allotment of 26,64,000 shares under Employee Stock Options Plan (ESOPs) by Man Industries (India) Ltd. The CLB has also allowed the petitioner Mr J C Mansukhani, Promoter, Shareholder & Director of Man Industries to convene an Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EOGM) of its shareholders to discuss various issues related to mismanagement and misappropriation by Mr R C Mansukhani, the company’s Chairman. The shares issued through ESOPs amount to 5% of the company’s total paid up equity capital.

Says J. C. Mansukhani, “In order to take control of the company, Mr. R C Mansukhani along with others had wrongfully issued 26, 64,000 shares as ESOP to Employee Welfare Trust by fabricating proceedings of board meetings and disobeying own undertaking before Company Law Board not to change the shareholding pattern. We went in appeal to the Company Law Board and are satisfied with their judgement.”

The CLB order states that, “It is apparent from the careful perusal of the chain of events which have taken place immediately after filing petition relating to the allotment of 26,64,000 equity shares to Respondent no 16 (a) to 16 (c ) that the decisions taken in undue haste. Admittedly, the decisions to come out with ESOS/ESOPS was taken in the month of September 2008, however until 05/09/2012 nothing happened and no steps were taken. It appears that company started taking steps only in September 2012 and immediately after filing petition, this decision was implemented. Therefore, there are reasons to believe that after having come to know about the preparation and filing of the present petition by the petitioners the respondents started taking action and immediately after noticing the mistake in the proceedings dated 11/10/2012, they took undue advantage thereof and implemented their decision. The aforesaid facts give strength and support to the allegations made by the petitioners that was all deliberate and intentional move. It has not been disputed that on account of issuance of 26, 64,000 equity shares in the manner aforesaid the shareholding of petitioner has been reduced to 24.50% from 28.83% and the shareholding of the R1 has correspondingly increased from 35.23% to 38.13%. There are reasons to believe that the respondents no 16 (a) to 16 (c ) are the persons who are close to R1 and exercising the rights of vote by them in favour of R1 can not be ruled out. I am therefore, of the opinion that the said allotment of shares is not only in violation of the court’s order but also has been made for the sole purpose to increase the shareholding of the R1 and to decrease the shareholding of the Petitioners in order to gain control in the affairs of the company. In view of above findings, the said allotment of 26, 64,000 equity shares in favour of R 16 (a) to 16 (c) are liable to be set aside.

Having held that the said allotment of the shares is in violation of the court’s order and the motive was also malafide and thus liable to be set aside, the next question arises for my consideration is as to what order is required to be passed to secure end of justice. In my considered opinion, the setting aside of the allotment of shares in favour of R-16 (a) to R 16 (c ) and further making status quo ante as it existed prior to filing the petition on 11/10/2012 will be just, proper and fair and by doing so the substantial justice will be done between the parties.

It is declared that the meeting of the compensation committee purportedly held on 15/10/2012 is illegal and their decision to allot 26,64,000 shares as ESOPS is non-est, ineffective and invalid being in contravention of the undertaking tendered by the R6 Company through its Counsel before the bench on 11/10/2012. Accordingly, the issue and allotment of impugned 26, 64,000 shares in favour of the R16 (a) to 16 (c) is hereby cancelled. The status-quo ante in respect of the shareholding pattern of the R6 Company, as it existed on 11/10/2012 is restored. The R6 Company and its present Board of Directors are directed to take steps accordingly. The ROC, Mumbai shall do the needful to comply with the direction.”

Notices for calling Extra Ordinary General Meeting of shareholders of Man Industries dated 15th January, 2013 were served by JC Mansukhani on the Company for appointment of 5 additional directors and removal of all existing directors including Chairman Mr. R C Mansukhani. The Hon’ble Company Law Board, Mumbai Bench has, vide its Order 30th May, 2013, held that “the Petitioners (J C Mansukhani) are free to act upon their notice thereby calling upon the EOGM. The R6 Company is directed to take necessary steps in accordance with law. The interim stay, if any, is hereby vacated.”

Pursuant to above verdict, the Company was required to convene the Extra-Ordinary General Meeting by 12th June, 2013. In view of the failure of the Board of Directors of the Company to convene the EOGM within the stipulated time period as mentioned above, J C Mansukhani has initiated actions to convene and hold the EOGM on Thursday, July 25, 2013 in accordance with the provisions of the Section 169 of the Companies Act, 1956. The EOGM Notice can be viewed on www.jcmangroup.com.

J C Mansukhani has also given an offer to Mr. R C Mansukhani & Group to buy their shares as directed by Company Law Board in its Judgement of 30th May 2013.

J C Mansukhani further states that Mr. R C Mansukhani has adopted unfair means by misusing the platform of BSE and NSE website to communicate with the innocent shareholders and thereby misguide and mislead them with false announcements under pretext of “Outcome of Board Meeting” to put hurdle in the smooth convening of EOGM. This also amounts to contempt of Court order by the Company. J C Mansukhani has complained to SEBI to protect the right of minority shareholders and take strong action against these malicious activities of Chairman and compliance officer. For further details please visit the website www.jcmangroup.com

This Press Release has been issued on behalf of Mr J C Mansukhani and Mr J C Mansukhani takes full responsibility for the statements made in this press release.

Press & Media Contact:
J C Mansukhani
JCMANGroup.com
Mumbai, India 400 056
022 – 67127024
jcm@jcmangroup.com
http://www.jcmangroup.com

Automotive

SmartTOP for Mercedes-Benz SLK Now Allows Use of the Rear Windows with Top Down

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Automotive electronics specialist Mods4cars added a long awaited feature to the SmartTOP add-on convertible top controller for Mercedes-Benz SLK R171. With the top fully open it is now possible to raise the small rear windows. The SLK R171 gains an even more elegant silhouette. Up until now it was only possible to raise the two front windows with the convertible top down.

Las Vegas, NV (USA), July 15th, 2013 — Recently Mods4cars announced the availability of a firmware update allowing use of the rear windows on Mercedes SLK R172 with the top down. Now the same function is available on the SLK R171 as well. The Vegas based outfit Mods4cars offers aftermarket electronic modules called SmartTOP which extend the functionality of the cars’ convertible top operation. The signature feature of the modules is the ability to raise and lower the top while driving at slow speeds and with one-touch convenience. They also allow top operation from the original key fob remote and each one comes with an individual set of user configurable bonus features adding to every day convenience.

“We continually work on improving our existing products and are always taking our customers‘ wishes and input into consideration.“ says PR-Manager Sven Tornow. “Raising the rear windows with the top down was one of the most requested features; it creates a more elegant appearance and improves wind protection.” Sven Tornow continues.

By factory default the two small rear windows are permanently in the down position as long as the convertible top is open. The new SmartTOP feature now allows them to be raised and was completely integrated into the existing module as a firmware update. Now car owners can decide if they want all four windows to come up after opening the top or if they want them to stay down.

When using the key remote top open the top, the user configurable setting also applies. Choose if all windows come up or stay down. The setting can be programmed independently from the front windows, so it is possible to leave all windows down, raise only the front ones or raise all.

Mods4cars publishes at least 50 firmware updates every year, all of which are not just for new customers to enjoy. All SmartTOP modules come equipped with a standard USB port for quick and easy end user product configuration and update. Firmware updates are free of charge. “Once you purchased a SmartTOP module, you will be eligible to receive firmware updates for the entire life of the product.” Sven Tornow concludes.

The SmartTOP convertible top convenience add-on module comes with a plug-in-between wiring harness for simple installation by anyone. Pricing starts at 249 Euros + tax.

SmartTOP modules are available for all SLK models R170 through R172. All these popular car brands are supported: Alfa, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Ford, Infiniti, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Volvo and VW.

A video demonstrating the new functionality can be seen here:
http://youtu.be/pbAiC2slpeQ

Further details about the product and the added features can be found here:
http://www.mods4cars.com

About Mods4cars:
Mods4cars was founded in 2002 with the idea to add a highly demanded feature to the otherwise almost perfect Porsche Boxster: Comfort One-Touch roof operation while driving at slow speeds. The resulting product offered not only that, but also allowed quick and easy installation by just swapping out a relay box, thus leaving no traces and no permanent changes on the vehicle. The first SmartTOP roof controller was born.

The success of their first products in Germany and Europe prompted them in late 2004 to move operations to the USA, to be able to serve the American market as well as all other English speaking countries such as Australia, UK and South Africa from one central location. Their business has grown to a full-fledged international corporation with an office in Las Vegas and a full line of innovative products as well as distributors and installation partners all over the globe.

Being highly specialized in the development and distribution of aftermarket roof- and comfort controllers since 2002 allows them to offer an unsurpassed level of competence and product quality. Their main goal is optimization of each individual product to a maximum in compatibility, usability and intuitive operation. They put greatest effort into development and quality checks of all their products to achieve this goal and meet all expectations of their customers.

The extraordinary success of their products is also based on the great communication with their customers, which usually already starts for each new product during the development and prototyping phase.

Press & Media Contact:
Anja Lehmann
Mods4cars LLC
1350 E. Flamingo Rd #3100
Las Vegas, NV 89119 – USA
+1-310-9109055
lehmann@mods4cars.com
http://www.mods4cars.com

Technology

QASymphony Announces Public Beta of qTrace 3

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More than 12,000 downloads of popular screen capture and documentation tool to date releases full support of exploratory and session based testing.

Atlanta, GA (USA), July 05, 2013 — QASymphony ( http://www.qasymphony.com ), a leading developer of Quality Management solutions for software developers and QA testers, today announced the public beta release of version 3.0 of its popular qTrace screen capture tool for testers and software developers.

As QA departments continue to mature their testing methodologies, the need for agile testing continues to grow. This latest Beta release of qTrace includes full support for exploratory and session-based testing.

qTraceis a downloadable tool that tracks mouse clicks and page progression while enabling in-line annotation, note taking and submission to popular bug tracking systems. With its intelligent screen capture capabilities and step-by-step screen narration documentation, qTrace has been well received by the testing community with more than 12,000 downloads.

“We listened to the testersand met with the experts to build a solution that would truly work for agile testingand provide that ability to conduct rapid, yet effective, software testing in conjunction with traditional testing,” said Vu Lam, CEO, QASymphony.

Highlights of the qTrace 3.0 beta include:

* Session Charter – The ability to define the purpose of your test session
* Session Time – The ability to define the duration of a session and see the remaining time
* Session Time Usages – The ability to configure and define the types of time used during a session (i.e. setup time, testing, reporting, etc.)
* Comment Types – The ability to configure and define the comment types (i.e., bug, note, question, suggestion, etc.)
* Improved Workflow – The ability to perform continuous testing and submit all observations/defects at the end of a test session.

“qTrace 3.0 provides a bridge from traditional to agile. With its full support of exploratory testing, the new version provides the opportunity to augment your traditional, or waterfall testing, with more informal session-based testing,” said Lam. “In the rapid release environment of agile development, this need to address the full spectrum of testing is even stronger.”

A free download ( http://qasymphony.com/?download=qTraceV3 ) of qTrace 3.0 Beta is available for use thru August 2013.

About QASymphony:
QASymphony is a leading provider of testing solutions that fit the needs of testing organizations at any level of maturity. Whether you are making the initial move from manual processes and need basic management help or you have processes and tools in place and are looking to enhance productivity, our test management and agile testing solutions can help you test more effectively. With offices in Atlanta, GA, Dublin, CA and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, QASymphony is a software company built to revolutionize how software is tested, adopted, and supported. Empowering the QA testing teams for companies such as Silverpop, BetterCloud, Visikard and Compuware, QASymphony is a software-loving team, united by a common belief that software can be better and better tested.

Website: http://www.qasymphony.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/qasymphony
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/qasymphony

Press & Media Contact:
Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net Inc
Needham, MA – USA
+1 978-768-6888
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.qasymphony.com

Law

Immigration Law Firm Provides Free Consultation to Same Sex Couples

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Parwani Law Firm, P.C. to provide free consultation to same sex couples to answer questions regarding their immigration status post the Supreme Court decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

New York, NY (USA), July 05, 2013 — Parwani Law Firm, P.C. today announced a comprehensive commitment to offer free immigration consultation to same sex couples regarding their immigration status post the Supreme Court decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).

United States Immigration and Citizenship Services (USCIS) is expected to announce new procedures early this week for same-sex bi-national couples seeking green cards. Media reports indicate the first Permanent Resident application for a same sex was approvedin Florida yesterday. A New York City Immigration Judge also stopped the deportation of a gay Colombian man who is legally married to an American citizen, based on the Supreme Court decision.

The New York City based immigration law firm will be offering free phone as well as in person consultation. Phone consultations can be scheduled by calling the law firm’s offices at 212-537-6223 or Toll Free 1-855-US-LAWYER (855-875-2993). The law firm has set up free walk in consultation hours on Wednesday, July 3, 2013 and Monday, July 8, 2013 between 2 and 5pm at its offices.

Parwani Law Firm, P.C.
275 Seventh Avenue (between 25th and 26th Street)
Suite 1505
New York, NY 10001

Additionally, the company has committed to update its website (http://www.ParwaniLawFirm.com), Twitter (https://twitter.com/parwanilawfirm)and Facebook pages (https://www.facebook.com/ParwaniLawFirm) with the latest information regarding the latest relevant immigration information.

About Parwani Law Firm, P.C.:
Parwani Law Firm, P.C. is a New York based full service immigration law firm offering legal expertise, which clients expect from major law firms, but with personalized attention. The firm’s practice covers all areas of immigration law, including employment-based business immigration, family-based immigration, asylum, naturalization, etc. The firm is experienced in dealing with intricate immigration issues and responding to complex Requests for Evidence (RFE).

Attorney Vidya Parwani received her Law Degree from Utrecht University, Netherlands before receiving her Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from Fordham University, New York. After graduating law school, she interned at the United Nations as a Legal Adviser to the European Delegation. Prior to starting her own practice, she worked at a law firm in New York specializing mainly in immigration law.

She is licensed to practice in the State of New York. She is member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Being of Indian origin and raised in Netherlands, Ms. Parwani is fluent in English, Dutch, Hindi and Sindhi.

Press & Media Contact:
Vidya Parwani, Esq.
Parwani Law Firm, P.C.
275 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1505
New York, NY 10001
1-212-537-6223
info@parwanilawfirm.com
http://www.ParwaniLawFirm.com

Technology

Aite Group Selects Enservio Among 10 Startups “Transforming P&C Claims”

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Aite Group reports a $36 billion opportunity to reduce overall claims loss costs.

Needham, MA (USA), June 28, 2013 — In new research just published by Aite Group, the Boston analyst firm estimates there is a $36 billion total opportunity to reduce overall claims loss costs and expense in the US P&C insurance industry. Enservio (www.enservio.com), the nation’s leading provider of software and services to property insurers, is included among 10 companies profiled by Aite Group that represent “players who are transforming the industry and addressing significant portions of the overall opportunity.”

These 10 innovators are “starting to transform property and contents claims work flow, documentation, and valuation capabilities. This will boost customer satisfaction through faster, easier, more accurate claims resolution and improved catastrophe claims response times; improving property loss valuation accuracy and lower loss adjustment expenses,” the report stated.

Aite’s research describes “the old model” for processing and settling homeowner’s insurance claims: Insurers provide homeowners with preprinted forms. In filing a claim, the claimant is asked to describe each item lost including its original cost.

“Needless to say, this ‘self-reporting’ system was subject to error, exaggeration and outright fraud – adjusters couldn’t know prices and depreciation on millions of items,” said Aite Group Senior Analyst Stephen Applebaum, the report’s author.

“Enservio changed the model completely, developing software to accurately capture and value contents, and a field service organization to make onsite visits to assist claimants on behalf of the carrier. This results in dramatically reduced claims cycle times, contents claim severity and adjusting expenses as well as increased customer satisfaction,” added Applebaum.

“Enservio should continue to penetrate the North American P&C insurance market as carriers embrace transformation of their claims management and underwriting processes out of competitive necessity and the desire to improve profitability and customer service.

“Enservio’s recent innovations around analytics and claims payments should serve to further increase its utility to insurers and accelerate the adoption of its core offerings as well as its new products and services. Continued innovation can be expected from this company based on its management’s history of developing successful and transformative claims services and solutions coupled with the relative lack of innovation in property claims,” said Applebaum.

“We would expect to see Enservio leverage its contents valuation expertise with emerging business intelligence analytics skills to produce valuable fraud management, underwriting, rating, and pricing solutions for property insurers, including contents ‘Insurance to Value’ (ITV) for which Enservio is uniquely positioned to provide accurate valuations.”
Other innovative companies mentioned in the Aite report include: BuildFax, EagleView, Symbility, PartsTrader, n2uitive, ICEX, SynerScope, Casentric and Social Intelligence.

About Enservio:
Enservio works on the biggest challenge in property insurance – what’s inside. We provide a complete suite of software and service solutions to help property insurance carriers price their policies correctly, settle their contents claims quickly and accurately, pay their claims, and help policyholders get their stuff back. Founded in 2004, we are headquartered near Boston, in Needham, MA with offices and professional staff across the United States. Enservio is a strategic partner of the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) in their continued fight against insurance fraud. For additional information, please visit the company’s web site www.enservio.com or call 888.567.7557. Connect with Enservio via LinkedIn (http://linkedin.com/company/enservio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/enservio), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/enservio).

Enservio is a trademark of Enservio, Inc. All other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective holders.

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Victor Cruz, Principal
MediaPR.net Inc
Needham, MA – USA
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Lycamobile Pairs Up with Prepay Nation for Global Partnership and US Market Entry

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MVNO and processing partner take steps towards greater involvement.

Berwyn, IL (USA), June 20, 2013 — Prepay Nation, a leading provider of international mobile top-up and cross border micropayment services, has forged a partnership with Lycamobile, one of the fastest growing prepaid mobile virtual network operators in the world. The partnership will explore joint activities globally, including topup processing and availability throughout Prepay Nation’s worldwide retail network.

The partnership comes as Lycamobile, which already operates its virtual networks in 16 countries throughout Europe and Australia sets its sights on the US and Canadian markets. “Our brand strategy is to drive unequalled value, creating low-cost prepaid mobile products for international calling customers,” said SubaskaranAllirajah, Chairman of Lycamobile. “A key component of that strategy is access. We need customers to have convenient access to instant airtime refills, and Prepay Nation is the ideal partner to make that a reality. They have not only an incredibly flexible processing platform, but also a retail distribution network of over 150,000 locations in every corner of North America.”

“We’re confident that partnering with Prepay Nation has helped us hit the ground running, and accelerate our market share growth,” Allirajah added.

Anurag Jain, CEO of Prepay Nation, praised the partnership for its mutual dedication to customer value. “We’re pleased to be working with a forward-thinking MVNO like Lycamobile,” said Jain. “We share a focus on efficient operations and broad market presence, which enables us to bring strong value to the end customer wherever they are. We look forward to exploring opportunities together globally as our partnership progresses.”

Lycamobile prepaid airtime is now available at all Prepay Nation partner retail locations across North America.

About Prepay Nation:
Prepay Nation enables value transfer across international borders using a global mobile ecosystem of 149 mobile operators. Processing millions of transactions across the Americas, Prepay Nation leads the way in expanding distribution with rich mobile customer experiences and has a traditional distribution channel of over 150,000 locations. Their processing platform serves as a foundation for micro transactions beyond airtime, enabling instantaneous value transfer creating revenue generation for operators, distributors, and retailers. With the recent acquisition of the European company, Minute Transfer SA, they are aggressively expanding into Europe, Asia and Africa. For more information visit: http://www.prepaynation.com.

About Lycamobile:
Lycamobile is a prepaid mobile SIM card provider that provides low-cost, high-quality international and national calls and has acquired over 30 million customers across 16 countries (UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Italy, Portugal, Australia, France, Germany, Poland, Spain, Ireland and the USA). The brand was initially introduced in 2006 and is already Europe’s largest pre-pay MVNO. Lycamobile continues to grow rapidly with further market launches planned throughout 2013. http://www.lycamobile.com

Press & Media Contact:
Erin Flynn Jay or Fady Sahhar
XtraGlobex, Inc
1800 John F. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 300
Philadelphia, PA 19103 – USA
215-772-3048 / 267-238-3820
erin.flynn@xtraglobex.com / fady.sahhar@XtraGlobex.com

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