Monday, July 12, 2010

• Consumer Cellular Extends Relationship with AARP --- PORTLAND, Ore.
  Posted at 10:35 AM
  

  Consumer Cellular (http://www.consumercellular.com), a national provider of wireless phones and services, has extended its relationship with AARP and will remain the exclusive wireless provider for the national organization’s millions of members through at least August 2011. ... read more
• New York Times Bestselling Author Serves as Matron of Honor for Reader --- GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 12
  Posted at 10:33 AM
  When Erica Dyer went about making her wedding website at www.mywedding.com, she did something that didn't surprise her friends. Along with the rest of the wedding party, she listed New York Times bestselling novelist Karen Kingsbury as her Matron of Honor. Dyer, 24, is a longtime Kingsbury fan and has quoted Kingsbury's books frequently in a journal of letters to her future husband that she's kept since she was 17. So Dyer posted a photo of herself and Kingsbury taken at ... read more
• Holon: The Process Adaptive Interoperability Framework --- ATLANTA, July 12
  Posted at 10:32 AM
  Holon, the new standard for healthcare interoperability, today announced general availability of its Medication Management solution. Leveraging the Holon Process Adaptive Interoperability Framework, Holon introduces a cost-effective alternative to your paper processes or your current medication management solution by automating the collection and distribution of pharmacy information and orders, in any format - CPOE, scanned paper, fax, or email. The Holon Medication Management Solution reduces the high costs associated with document-driven business processes, enhances and extends the value of your existing pharmacy ... read more
• http://www.roboticoncology.com: Prostate Cancer Treatment Expert Dr. David Samadi, MD Discusses American Cancer Society Report On Cancer Rates Falling --- NEW YORK, July 12
  Posted at 10:29 AM
  The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently announced that the number of deaths due to cancer is continuously falling in the nation, due to early detection, advanced treatment and prevention. Dr. David Samadi, Chief of the Division of Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery at The Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City applauds the nation's commitment to prevention of prostate cancer death. A longtime advocate of frequent screening and early detection, Dr. Samadi feels a proactive approach is best, especially ... read more
• Harvard Business Publishing Delivers Newest Version of Harvard ManageMentor® --- BOSTON
  Posted at 10:27 AM
  Harvard Business Publishing (www.harvardbusiness.org/corporate), the premier source for management practices, programs and content, today announced general availability of the newest version of Harvard ManageMentor® (www.harvardmanagementor.org), the most trusted online resource for management essentials. Designed to support learning across an enterprise, ... read more
• Like & Tweet taps Prompt Communications to lead US PR efforts --- BOSTON
  Posted at 10:17 AM
  

  Prompt Communications, a specialist in digital PR, marketing and social media communications, has been selected by Like & Tweet, a new social media platform, as the preferred agency for its North American public relations operations. The Prompt team will ... read more
• Cegedim Dendrite Launches New Version of State Guardian™, Renames Software AggregateSpend360™ --- BEDMINSTER, N.J.
  Posted at 10:11 AM
  

  Cegedim Dendrite (Paris:CGM), the world’s leading provider of pharmaceutical-specific Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions with a 35 percent global market share, today announced the launch of the latest version of its highly-advanced aggregate spend reporting tool, State Guardian™, which is ... read more
• Ludia and FremantleMedia Enterprises Announce the "Family Feud" Game for iPad Available Now in HD on the App Store --- MONTREAL
  Posted at 10:04 AM
  

  Interactive entertainment company Ludia and FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) today announced the launch of the Family Feud for iPad® on the App Store. The game brings an unparalleled Family Feud game experience to iPad owners, enhanced with eye-popping new HD graphics and incorporating Multi-Touch game play. ... read more
• Asi Burak and Michelle Byrd Named as Co-Presidents of Games for Change --- NEW YORK, July 12
  Posted at 10:03 AM
  The Board of Directors of Games for Change announced today the appointment of Asi Burak and Michelle Byrd as Co-Presidents of Games for Change, the leading global advocate for making and supporting digital social impact games. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100712/NY33580 ) (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100712/NY33580 ) Mr. Burak and Ms. Byrd will work together on the strategic vision of the organization and will jointly oversee all programmatic initiatives. Mr. Burak will take the lead on curation, development, and execution of programs and services to raise ... read more
• Harris Corporation Awarded $25 Million Contract to Deliver IT Modernization and Support for Air National Guard Sites --- WASHINGTON, July 12
  Posted at 10:00 AM
  Harris Corporation (NYSE: HRS), an international communications and information technology company, has been awarded a 30-month, $25 million contract to modernize and support high-bandwidth network cabling at Air National Guard (ANG) sites nationwide. The project was awarded under the Network-Centric Solutions (NETCENTS) contract vehicle. Under the contract, Harris will deliver an integrated, high-bandwidth, structured cabling system at 15 ANG sites to upgrade their network infrastructure. All of the sites will require engineering and installation services, while two will ... read more
• Lingotek Wins International Stevie® Award for Best New Product of the Year --- DRAPER, Utah
  Posted at 10:00 AM
  

  Lingotek, the leader in collaborative translation solutions, has won an International Stevie Award for Best New Product in the 2010 International Business Awards. Lingotek’s Collaborative Translation Platform, version 5.0, was selected as the Best New Product or Service of the Year for computer software, in the ... read more
• Research and Markets: "iPad Comes of Age" Report: How the Apple iPad is Revolutionizing the Entertainment, Publishing, Information and Technology Industries --- DUBLIN
  Posted at 10:00 AM
  

  Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a96465/ipad_comes_of_age) has announced the addition of the "iPad Comes of Age" Report: How the Apple iPad is Revolutionizing the Entertainment, Publishing, Information and Technology Industries" report to their offering. Sales ... read more
• 10th Annual Nuclear Utility User Conference Previews Next Generation of ETAP® Power Systems Software --- IRVINE, Calif.
  Posted at 10:00 AM
  

  The tenth anniversary gathering of the ETAP Nuclear Utility User Conference (NUUC) took place recently in Irvine, CA, where members shared presentations on their use of ETAP software on a variety of projects, and on models of future nuclear plants. ... read more
• Citrix Education Makes First Advanced Virtualization Certifications Available --- FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.
  Posted at 10:00 AM
  

  Citrix Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTXS), today announced the availability of advanced certifications for engineers and architects specializing in end-to-end Citrix virtualization solutions. The certifications are the Citrix Certified Enterprise Engineer (CCEE) for Virtualization and Citrix Certified Integration Architect™ (CCIA) for Virtualization. With these ... read more
• Rockwell Collins Selected to Provide Communication and Navigation Systems for COMAC C919 --- CHENGDU, Sichuan
  Posted at 9:59 AM
  

  Rockwell Collins and China Electronics Technology Avionics Co. Ltd (CETCA) have signed a letter of intent with Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China Ltd. (COMAC) to provide communication and navigation solutions for its new C919 family of single-aisle aircraft. A signing ceremony took place to commemorate the ... read more
• Linde to Address Sustainable PV Manufacturing at Intersolar North America --- MURRAY HILL, N.J & NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J.
  Posted at 9:55 AM
  As the Photovoltaic (PV) market primes for recovery and quick-paced growth, Linde Gases Division will be showcasing solutions for sustainable PV manufacturing at the Intersolar North America Exhibition and Conference (13 – 15 July at San Francisco's Moscone Center West Hall). ... read more
• Oce Showcases Innovations in Geographic Information Systems Printing, Workflow at 2010 ESRI International User Conference --- SAN DIEGO, July 12
  Posted at 9:52 AM
  Oce, an international leader in digital document management, will display its latest solutions to help Geographic Information Systems (GIS) operators improve print quality, efficiency and workflow at booth #2507 during the 2010 ESRI International User Conference, July 12-16 in San Diego, CA. "The Oce solutions on display at this year's user conference easily integrate with ESRI applications to provide the ESRI user community with the fastest, most productive and easiest to use large format color printing systems, able to handle ... read more
• Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptors Make Permanent Home in Hawaii --- HICKAM AFB, Hawaii, July 12
  Posted at 9:51 AM
  Officials at Hickam AFB, Hawaii, formally dedicated two Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) F-22 Raptors on July 9, inaugurating the base as the newest permanent home for the aircraft and marking the start of a partnership between the Hawaii Air National Guard and the active-duty Air Force in flying the F-22. Pilots from the 199th Fighter Squadron, 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard, and from the active-duty 19th Fighter Squadron, 15th Wing, will fly the F-22 at Hickam. A combination of Hawaii ... read more
• Pelosi Statement on Obama Administration Announcement to Help Veterans With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder --- WASHINGTON, July 12
  Posted at 9:46 AM
  Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today praising President Obama's announcement that the Department of Veterans Affairs will start making it easier for veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to receive critical health and disability benefits and treatment: "In every generation, America sends our sons and daughters to distant shores to fight on behalf of our freedom, our values, and our safety and security. Their sacrifice is a source of pride for our nation; their service is a source of ... read more
• Arrow Electronics New Online Forecasting Tool Simplifies, Speeds Process --- MELVILLE, N.Y.
  Posted at 9:44 AM
  Arrow Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:ARW) has introduced a new online tool designed to provide easy, secure access to the supply chain that supports customers’ forecasts. ‘Forecast Response’ is the newest addition to Arrow’s suite of online resources that helps components customers in North America manage their business ... read more