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Technology: Electronics

MobileDemand deploys 2,000 protective case bundle solutions with barcode scanning and payment systems to streamline in-store retail processes and customer checkout

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MobileDemand cases are uniquely designed to add barcode scanning and payment systems, so retail associates and managers are move productive in their day-to-day processes as well as enhancing the customer check out experience.


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In retail, keeping the right products flowing from the manufacturer to the consumer is critical to ensuring a superior customer experience. MobileDemand’s versatile, rugged mobile computing solutions are helping retailers like Associated Wholesale Grocers and Fareway Meat and Grocery streamline their store operations and stay competitive. MobileDemand rugged cases with barcode scanning and payment system add-ons encase the Microsoft Surface Pro, Microsoft Surface Go, and Apple iPads at several retailers with great success.

MobileDemand is demonstrating its retail supply chain solutions in booth 1628 the 2020 National Retail Federation (NRF) Show at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City January 12-14.

With MobileDemand’s rugged tablets for retail, workers have immediate access to information that will help satisfy customers and optimize operations. Ruggedized devices enable supply chain efficiency for improved inventory visibility, lower operating costs, reduced out-of-stocks to meet customer demands, and speed up the customer checkout processes in line-busting applications.

“MobileDemand cases are uniquely designed to add barcode scanning and payment systems, so retail associates and managers are move productive in their day-to-day processes as well as enhancing the customer check out experience,” said MobileDemand President Matt Miller. “In a short time period, we’ve deployed more than 2,000 devices in retail settings

Fareway improves in-store data management and ordering

Fareway Stores, Inc., a growing Midwest grocery company currently operating 122 grocery store locations in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and South Dakota, wanted an iOS solution to take reordering right to the shelf and eliminate manual processes. MobileDemand offered an Apple iPad with rugged xCase bundle enabled Fareway to eliminate the use of multiple sheets of paper daily as well as eliminate the inefficient back and forth of writing order information down and walking back to the office to input. The iPad bundles with the case also come from MobileDemand fully configured and assembled, saving Fareway significant deployment time.

AWG maximizes its members competitiveness with robust mobile solutions.

Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), one of the largest grocery wholesalers in the United States, needed a mobile computing solution that would help its members compete more effectively at the lowest cost possible. MobileDemand offered the Microsoft Surface Go with rugged xCase bundle to allow AWG the flexibility to not only integrate with its ordering platform, but also its inventory, shelf audit applications, and AWG’s new store portal. The solution will help deploy the new retail pricing application. Members like the versatility of customizing the tablets to meet their exact needs.

Furniture retailer speeds purchase transactions with rugged tablets.

A leading midwestern furniture retailer wanted to improve its customer service, ordering and payment process by taking orders at the point of sale and eliminating need to go to cash registers. MobileDemand offered the Microsoft Surface Pro with rugged xCase, built-in, high performance Honeywell® barcode scanner, and Ingenico® chip and pin payment module to speed the purchase. The innovative solution allows customers to pick options such as colors and fabric and the sales staff to check inventory, schedule pick up or delivery, and accept payment without leaving the display model. The size, form, fit, and functionality of the MobileDemand solution were the perfect fit for the retailer’s needs and brand.

For more information about MobileDemand retail mobile computing solutions, visit booth 1628 at NRF or go to: https://www.ruggedtabletpc.com/industries/retail-supply-chain.

About MobileDemand

Customer focused. Meticulously designed and tested to Achieve More™.

MobileDemand designs and provides rugged tablet PC solutions used by mobile workers in many vertical markets, the largest being retail, manufacturing, transportation, food and beverage distribution, and many other industries in both the public and private sector.

The MobileDemand portfolio of rugged devices are designed tough to handle rough industries so users don’t have to worry about losing productivity due to failed technology. First-line workers achieve more with enhanced technologies such as barcode scanning, credit card readers and PIN pads, 3D cameras, thermal cameras and mounting systems.

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Big Blue Swim School is Coming Soon to Johns Creek

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Pairing our skilled pros with Big Blue’s clean, comfortable facilities, and easy to use lesson scheduling technology, Big Blue is winning the hearts of families everywhere we go.


ATLANTA (PRWEB)

Big Blue Swim School, one of the nation’s fastest growing swim school franchises, is coming to the Atlanta area this spring, with its first pool located in Johns Creek at the Northbridge Shopping Center. The company plans to open additional pools in the Atlanta market, making their exceptional swim program available to even more families in the region.

“We are very excited to open our first Atlanta-area pool in Johns Creek,” said Paige Reyhan, Area Manager for Big Blue Swim School. “Since Big Blue was founded in 2009, we’ve worked hard to provide an exceptional learn-to-swim program experience through a team of highly trained, full-time swim associates who are passionate about the mission they deliver. Pairing our skilled pros with Big Blue’s clean, comfortable facilities, and easy to use lesson scheduling technology, Big Blue is winning the hearts of families everywhere we go.”

The Johns Creek pool will be open seven days a week and lessons are offered for children ages six months to 12 years of age. Big Blue has four curriculums of instruction spanning 11 levels with weekly lessons running year-round, offering flexibility to start and stop lessons at any time. Each child progresses to their next swim level as soon as they achieve the skills required, not when they complete a set number of classes.

“The programs we developed have transformed the way swim lessons are taught,” said Reyhan. “We make sure that with each visit, every child gains skills and confidence in the water. Doing this allows us to go from the development of swimming skills such as stroke, breath, and movement, to the development of life skills like courage, perseverance, and hard work.” Through Big Blue’s parent portal, lesson progress is shared in real-time so parents know exactly how a child is doing in each class.

The Johns Creek Big Blue pool is located at 10955 Jones Bridge Road, near Aldi and Goodwill. Like all Big Blue Swim Schools, the space is designed to maximize comfort for both children and parents. “With 90-degree, ultra-clean water, a comfortable viewing area that manages for cleanliness and sound, plenty of private changing areas, and capacity for parents to schedule multiple kids to swim during the same 30-45 minutes, Big Blue makes it easy to schedule and enjoy a weekly swim lesson routine,” said Reyhan.

Big Blue currently operates five pools in the Chicago area and the Johns Creek pool is the brand’s first franchise location to open. Big Blue has franchise agreements for another 59 schools in 12 states, and plans to grow through franchising to 150 pools by 2021.

Families interested in learning more about Big Blue Swim School can try a free lesson when the facility opens. Big Blue will also host a free family event as part of the pool’s grand opening this spring. To stay informed of Big Blue’s progress in Johns Creek, or to learn more about Big Blue’s free event, special pre-opening deals, and the programs offered, visit http://bit.ly/BBSS_JohnsCreek or follow Big Blue on Facebook @BigBlueJohnsCreek and Instagram @Big_Blue_Swim_School. For job opportunities at Big Blue Swim School in Johns Creek, please email johnscreek@bigblueswimschool.com.

ABOUT BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL

Big Blue Swim School was founded in 2009 by competitive swimmer Chris DeJong. The first location opened in Wilmette, Illinois, followed by four additional Chicagoland schools. Big Blue offers an unparalleled swim lesson experience made easier and more effective by our full-time instructors, proprietary technology and curriculum, and our family-centric facilities. We create and celebrate Big Moments in the pool which lead to kids learning they can achieve anything in life. To learn more visit http://www.BigBlueSwimSchool.com.

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Industry: Healthcare

Spartan Bioscience Announces New Scientific Advisory Board in Europe for Precision Medicine Test for Cardiac Stent Patients

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From left to right, Dr. Davide Capodanno (M.D., Ph.D.), Dr. Gilles Montalescot (M.D., Ph.D.), Dr. Marco Valgimigli (M.D., Ph.D.), and Dr. Dirk Sibbing (M.D.).

From left to right, Dr. Davide Capodanno (M.D., Ph.D.), Dr. Gilles Montalescot (M.D., Ph.D.), Dr. Marco Valgimigli (M.D., Ph.D.), and Dr. Dirk Sibbing (M.D.).

“Spartan’s CYP2C19 test is a great tool because it is easy to perform and provides results in one hour. This enables the healthcare team to make rapid, precise treatment decisions leading to better patient outcomes,” said Jurrien M ten Berg, MD, PhD, FESC, FACC principal investigator of POPular Gene


OTTAWA, Ontario (PRWEB)

Spartan Bioscience, a world leader in precision medicine diagnostic solutions, announced today that it has established a new Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) in Europe. The SAB is comprised of a distinguished group of international clinical and academic Interventional Cardiology experts who will advise and support Spartan on its current and future clinical programs and product roadmap.

This SAB will be supplemented with a North American team to be announced at the American College of Cardiology (ACC) conference in March 2020.

The Spartan European SAB members are as follows:


  • Dirk Sibbing, M.D., Interventional Cardiologist and Professor of Cardiology, Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich, Germany. Chair of the ESC Thrombosis Working Group.

  • Gilles Montalescot, M.D., Ph.D., Professor of Cardiology at the University of Paris VI, and the Director of the Cardiac Care Unit, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, Paris, France. Director of the INSERM unit on Thrombosis and Chairman of the ACTION (Allies in Cardiovascular Trials, Initiatives and Organized Networks) study group.

  • Marco Valgimigli, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Cardiology and senior Interventional Cardiologist, Inselspital Universitätsspital, Bern, Switzerland. Acting chair of the European update guideline on DAPT.

  • Davide Capodanno, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Cardiology, University of Catania and Interventional Cardiologist, Azienda “Policlinico-Vittorio Emanuele”, Catania, Italy. Associate Director of TCT and Editor-in-Chief of Eurointervention.

Spartan’s precision medicine test identifies whether or not a patient carries a CYP2C19 mutation. Over 30% of the world’s population, and 50% of Asians, carry CYP2C19 mutations. CYP2C19 is a liver enzyme that metabolizes 15% of all prescribed drugs, including antiplatelet drugs. Spartan’s rapid, portable test allows real-time, near patient determination of the patient’s genotype, aiding in determining the appropriate antiplatelet treatment leading to better patient results and lower cost healthcare.

The Spartan technology has been used in several landmark clinical studies including, POPular Genetics, a 2,500 patient, 8-year study in Europe published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), and announced at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).(8) In addition, Spartan was used in TAILOR-PCI, a 5,300 patient, 7-year study funded by Mayo Foundation and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). TAILOR-PCI is the largest trial of genetics in cardiology and results are scheduled to be announced at the American Cardiology Association (ACC) conference in March 2020.

About Spartan Bioscience

Spartan Bioscience is the leader in on-demand DNA testing. (10) Spartan is bringing complete sample-to-result DNA testing systems to medicine. Spartan’s technology fully integrates DNA collection, extraction, and analysis, with an intuitive interface that is easy to operate. In the same way that mainframe computers gave way to personal computers, high-throughput DNA testing systems in central labs are giving way to decentralized devices. For the first time, healthcare providers and their patients can get DNA results on demand. For more information, please visit our website at: http://www.spartanbio.com.

The Spartan logo is a registered trademark of Spartan Bioscience Inc.

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Business: Insurance

Car Insurance 2020 Tips – How Telematics Can Help Drivers Get Better Car Insurance Rates

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“Many insurance companies are offering usage-based insurance. However, you should carefully analyze if you can save money with your driving habits,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how telematics devices can help drivers pay lower car insurance rates.

For more info and free quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/how-to-save-money-on-car-insurance-with-the-help-of-telematics/

Installing telematics devices is a growing trend in the auto insurance industry. A telematics device can be used to track the customer’s driving habits and monthly mileage. The data gathered by a telematics device can help drivers gain substantial discounts.

Before installing a telematics device, drivers should consider the following:


  • Enrolling in UBI programs is free. Many insurance companies are offering usage-based programs and drivers can join them without paying any fee. Some insurers will send the telematics device for free, while others will charge a small fee. Drivers who have good driving habits and are driving fewer miles than average can save quite a lot on their insurance policies.

  • Telematics will help drivers become eligible for low-mileage discount. The premiums will increase if the telematics device shows that a driver is driving more miles than what is specified in the insurance application. Drivers who use their vehicles a lot during the weekend can experience a hike in their premiums. To save money on insurance, drivers should join a usage-based program that is short and they should try to drive their vehicles less often while the telematics device is installed.

  • Teen drivers will be helped to pay cheaper premiums if they are good drivers. Young drivers pay a lot on their premiums. Young drivers are usually struggling to find better insurance deals. Usage-based programs can help young drivers who have good driving habits to obtain better car insurance deals.

  • Bad driving habits will increase the cost of insurance. Once the telematics device is installed, it will begin to track every move the policyholder makes. Telematics devices will track multiple driving habits like speeding, hard braking, or cornering. Drivers who display bad driving habits can have their premiums increased.

For additional info, money-saving tips and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

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Business: Executives

New Chief Operating Officer at Integrate Autism Employment Advisors

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Ian Bazzoli, COO at Integrate Autism Employment Advisors

“I see neurodiversity employment as a growing focus of D&I efforts.”


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Integrate Autism Employment Advisors is pleased to announce and welcome Ian Bazzoli as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer. Ian will focus on driving long-term growth and efficient operations at Integrate, ultimately advancing our mission to help organizations identify, recruit, and retain qualified professionals on the autism spectrum.

Ian brings over ten years of experience in Talent Management, Human Resources, and Recruiting, most recently working as Head of Talent at LendKey Technologies, Inc., a lending technology company based out of New York City and Cincinnati, OH. Ian also sits on the Board of Directors for the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati and is President of the Advisory Board for the Summit School (NYC) Work-Based Learning Program, a vocational high-school internship program focused on providing work opportunities to students with learning differences.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Ian. He brings a variety of perspectives, having spent more than a decade working in HR in various roles for different organizations,” said Marcia Scheiner, Integrate’s President & CEO. “Ian helped guide LendKey through a period of growth and we’re excited for him to join us at this juncture, as Integrate is positioned to grow over the next few years.”

Ian will be based out of Cincinnati, OH, expanding Integrate’s footprint to cover the Midwest, adding to the company’s existing presence in the New York & San Francisco areas.

“I was attracted by the organization’s mission and felt that it blended perfectly with my passion for inclusive employment and background in HR,” said Ian Bazzoli. “I see neurodiversity employment as a growing focus of diversity and inclusion efforts. As the economy faces a growing skills gap I believe more organizations will turn to under-served talent pools like the neurodiverse workforce. I’m incredibly excited to get started.”

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Health

VerImmune Announces New Board, Advisors and Officers

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Anti-tumor Immune Redirectors redirects pre-existing pathogenic or childhood vaccine immune memory towards tumors


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VerImmune, a privately-owned immuno-oncology biotechnology company developing a first-in-class broad spectrum cancer therapy, known as “Anti-tumor Immune Redirection”, announced today that it has established its new Board of Directors, Board of Advisors and Officers.

VerImmune is developing a novel cancer therapy utilizing a proprietary virally-derived platform technology known as Anti-tumor Immune Redirectors (AIR). This technology redirects natural pre-existing immunity from past infections or childhood vaccines to fight cancer. This unique technology approach specifically targets solid tumor cells and causes them to appear as virally infected, resulting in a robust recall of memory immune responses against the cancer cells.

Given the ubiquitous nature of pre-existing responses to childhood vaccines and/or past-infections, AIR is applicable to the general cancer population. At the same time, the technology may serve as a customizable targeted immunotherapy. It is envisioned that clinicians would review a patient’s health history or vaccination record, in conjunction with possible companion diagnostics, to leverage the appropriate AIR product as a novel cancer treatment option that could be used as a monotherapy or in combination with other treatment modalities.

VerImmune is located in Baltimore, Maryland. Joining CEO and Scientific founder, Joshua Wang, Ph.D., and his scientific team, is a team of highly experienced drug development veterans who will form the management and advisory team. The group includes:

  • Roger Pomerantz, MD, FCAP, Director (currently President, CEO and Chairman of ContraFect Inc.)

  • Robert Silverman, MBA, Director (former CEO of mtm laboratories AG)

  • John Troyer, Ph.D., Co-Founder and COO, VerImmune (former VP of Product Development at PharmAthene)

  • Alain Rolland, Pharm.D., Ph.D., Business Advisor (currently COO at Emerald Health Pharmaceuticals)

  • Solomon Langermann, Ph.D., Business and Scientific Advisor (currently Chief Scientific Officer of NextCure, Inc)

  • Eric Richman, MBA, Business Advisor (currently Chairman of LabConnect and Director of Neubase, Zyversa and ADMA Biologics).


About VerImmune

Located in Baltimore, Maryland, VerImmune is an Immuno-Oncology company developing a first-in-class cancer therapy based on Anti-tumor Immune Redirection. This strategy utilizes a proprietary tumor-specific, tumor type-agnostic, virus-inspired platform termed Anti-tumor Immune Redirectors (AIR) that redirects pre-existing pathogenic or childhood vaccine immune memory towards tumors. This unique mechanism of action allows differentiation within the competitive Immuno-Oncology market. Importantly, it potentially changes the treatment paradigm for many patients who have untreatable cancers due to limited options or resistance. The Company initially raised a seed round and demonstrated proof-of-concept in preclinical studies for its lead product candidate, VERI-101; it is planning to move VERI-101 to an IND in 2020.

For more information visit: http://www.verimmune.com

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This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on current expectations, forecasts, assumptions and other information available to VerImmune as of the date hereof. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding VerImmune’s expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future and can be identified by forward-looking words such as “envisioned”, “may,” “will,” “potential,” “expects,” “believes,” “intends,” “hope,” “towards,” “forward,” “later” and similar expressions. Examples of forward-looking statements in this press release include, among others, statements about VerImmune’s expectations regarding the potential benefits, activity, effectiveness and safety of AIR, and VerImmune’s plans, objectives and intentions with respect to the discovery and development of immunotherapies and medicines Forward-looking statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in any forward-looking statement. Such risks and uncertainties include, among others: VerImmune’s limited operating history and no products approved for commercial sale; VerImmune’s need to obtain additional financing; risks related to clinical development, marketing approval and commercialization; You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Forward looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release, and VerImmune assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, even if expectations change.

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Technology: Electronics

Top Consumer Tech Trends for 2020 with Digital Journalist Mike Bako

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)

It’s the New Year, and many are looking to make a splash by upgrading their favorite home and entertainment products. Recently, Digital Journalist Mike Bako teamed with LG Electronics and YourUpdateTV to share some of his favorite products in the New Year.

A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/x5RNIzV4qCY

Top Trends from CES

For the tech industry, CES is really a chance to set the year’s agenda when it comes to the new products and devices that will be popular. As tech becomes further embedded in our day-to-day lives, events like this take on a whole new importance as we try to stay up to date on what’s new.

This year, CES was bigger than ever before. Some of the major trends that we are seeing come out of the show include 5G technology, artificial intelligence, connected homes, streaming media, mixed reality and much, much more. It looks like it will be an exciting year for tech lovers.

Home Entertaining Solutions

One of the biggest trends we’re seeing this year is a focus on home entertainment solutions. Homes are getting smarter and more efficient, accelerated by smartphones and tablets interacting with a wide variety of connected and AI-enabled objects, devices, and appliances.

One great example is LG’s InstaView with Craft Ice, an industry-first appliance that helps make things in the kitchen even more convenient and enjoyable. A helpful ally when entertaining, it’s the first refrigerator that produces spherical ice cubes in addition to traditional cubed and crushed ice.

The InstaView knock-on technology also allows you to quickly see what’s inside simply by knocking on the glass, which helps eliminate loss of cold air from opening and re-opening the fridge.

But as I mentioned, smart homes are all about connectivity, and with ThinQ integration, you can manage all of your appliances remotely, whether you are checking to see if the door is open or you need to make some extra ice on the fly.

With technology transforming boring white boxes into exciting machines that can create craft ice, plan dinner and create shopping lists, these are designed for customers who appreciate any help they can get in the kitchen.

The Centerpiece of the Home

These days, the centerpiece of most homes is undoubtedly the television and with so many great shows and movies available at our fingertips, it’s important that we have a device that can produce spectacular picture quality when we need it.

My top choice this year is the LG GX OLED 4K TV. The picture quality on this is amazing, with perfect blacks, infinite contrast and over one billion rich colors.

It also features Filmmaker Mode where the picture and processor settings automatically adjust to match the Director’s intent. I’m sure a lot of people would have loved having this last year as they struggled to watch dark Game of Thrones episodes they could barely see.

Aside from the first-of-its kind technology, LG’s Gallery OLED TV simply looks great, with a flush wall-mount design that makes it seem like it’s just part of the wall.

For more information, visit LGUSA.com

About Mike Bako:

Mike Bako is a broadcast and digital journalist. Reuters, FOX News, Fox Business, WPIX in New York, and ESPN Radio all frequently rely on Mike’s insights on new trends, current events, sports, and culture. He currently serves as editor of the lifestyle and news website Daily National. Mike is also a new dad and father to a beautiful son named Evan.

About YourUpdateTV:

YourUpdateTV is a social media video portal for organizations to share their content, produced by award-winning video communications firm, D S Simon Media (). It includes separate channels for Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Media and Entertainment, Money and Finance, Social Responsibility, Sports and Technology.

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Lifestyle: Self Help

A Small, Optimistic Step Into A New Year

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Want a great resolution for 2020? Make it your goal to be more positive.

Start the New Year on the right foot: Resolve to be more positive.

People with positive attitude tend to have more friends, are more successful, are less anxious, experience better physical health, and even live longer.


MONTREAL (PRWEB)

It’s the chorus of every happy song, the lesson from the lips of every purported guru, and the policy of every puppet on kids’ TV shows: Be positive. Easier said than done, of course. One need only tune into the news for 60 seconds to determine that there is little hope for a better world in 2020. However, research from Queendom.com reveals that developing a more positive attitude – not the “Pollyanna flying on a unicorn” kind of optimism – has a number of benefits, including better emotional health, higher self-esteem, and a happier life in general.

Analyzing data from 2,933 people who took the Big Five Personality Test, Queendom researchers compared the personality, lifestyle, and experiences of people with a positive attitude to their more negative counterparts. Here’s what the study revealed:

AMONG THOSE WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE:

> 62% are actively striving for self-improvement (compared to 42% of people with a negative attitude).

> 72% are highly self-motivated (compared to 49% of people with a negative attitude).

> 78% have a strong drive to succeed (compared to 60% of people with a negative attitude).

> 49% said they achieve most of the goals they set for themselves (compared to 24% of people with a negative attitude).

> 85% love themselves (compared to 47% of people with a negative attitude).

> 85% have been told that they are easy to talk to and get along with (compared to 59% of people with a negative attitude).

> 46% are very popular (compared to 24% of people with a negative attitude).

> 47% are known for their patience (compared to 18% of people with a negative attitude).

> 65% are good under pressure (compared to 47% of people with a negative attitude).

> 52% enjoy trying new things (compared to 38% of people with a negative attitude).

AMONG THOSE WITH A NEGATIVE ATTITUDE:

> 66% have a tendency to procrastinate (compared to 40% of people with a positive attitude).

> 69% get upset when they don’t get their way (compared to 29% of people with a positive attitude).

> 75% experience frequent self-doubt and tend to second-guess themselves (compared to 43% of people with a positive attitude).

> 60% said that they frequently – from several times a month to several times a week – find themselves in conflict situations (compared to 31% of people with a positive attitude).

> 88% said that they frequently experience negative emotions, like anger, sadness, and anxiety (compared to 47% of people with a positive attitude).

> 70% said that they have to deal with frequent emotional ups and downs (compared to 33% of people with a positive attitude).

> 28% have visited a therapist in the last two years, while 19% have been thinking about seeking therapy (compared to 19% and 10% respectively among positive people).

“We often dismiss positive thinking as a sort of ‘cotton-candy’ pseudo-psychology,” explains Dr. Jerabek, president of PsychTests, the parent company of Queendom. “The truth is, psychologists like Dr. Martin Seligman have spent decades studying the effects of positive thoughts and positive emotions on a variety of health and social factors. Research has consistently shown that people who adopt a positive attitude tend to have more friends, are more successful, are less anxious, experience better physical health, and even live longer. It’s important to understand, however, that when we talk about positive thinking, we’re not referring to reckless optimism; it’s not a matter of ignoring problems, pretending that everything is fine when it’s not, or refusing to take precautions because you’re going to use your positive thinking to keep you safe. Positive thinkers are also realists. They plan and prepare for the worst, but they keep their mind focused on possibility, success, and the best-outcome conceivable. Rather than spending the day complaining, they look for the silver lining. It’s not so much about ignoring the negative as it is focusing on the positive. So if you’re looking for a good New Year’s resolution, make it your goal to develop a more positive attitude. You have nothing to lose, but much to gain.”

TIPS ON HOW TO BE MORE POSITIVE

Here are some tips from the researchers at Queendom on how to develop a more positive attitude…with one caveat: Shifting perspective will take some time, particularly for people who are very pessimistic. The goal is to put a conscious effort into making small, gradual changes. Research has shown that trying to go from extreme pessimism to extreme optimism is not only difficult, it’s also counterproductive.

> Start a gratitude journal. At the end of each day, write down all the positive things that happened to you throughout the day, along with everything you’re grateful for. This is an excellent first step for negative thinkers who want to change their mindset.

> Every time something good happens, smile and say “Thank you” to yourself.

> Read books on positive thinking. Some suggestions: The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff by Richard Carlson, and Authentic Happiness by Martin Seligman.

> Look for the bright side of every failure, even if it’s something as simple as, “If this ever happens again, I will know what it’s like and I will know what to do.” Take setbacks as lessons to learn. What do you know now that you didn’t know before this event occurred? What are some practical ways in which you can apply the wisdom you have gained? How does this experience make you a better person?

> Reframe negative events. Not receiving the promotion you wanted, or getting dumped, are unpleasant experiences, but rather than focusing only on what you’ve lost, look for what you have also gained. Not getting promoted means leans stress and responsibility. It’s an opportunity to look at other career options, maybe even go back to school. Getting dumped is a chance to spend some quality time with yourself. It’s a chance to get back to activities that you love to do on your own.

> Rather than complaining about other people’s actions (e.g., a driver cuts you off in traffic), develop compassion. Try to come up with alternative motives for their behavior – aside from “because they’re a jerk.”

> Turn off the news sometimes, or look for positive headlines.

> Use visualization techniques. Imagine a positive outcome to your biggest worries.

> Reframe negative self-talk, and challenge your doubts like a lawyer at a trial. “Why do you believe that this is not going to work out? What proof do you have?”

> Engage in activities that you enjoy, and/or that make you laugh. Fill your day with humor and delight.

Want to assess your personality? Check out our Big Five Personality Test by simply visiting https://www.queendom.com/tests/access_page/index.htm?idRegTest=4058

Professional users, such as coaches, athletic directors of scouts, can request a free demo for this or other assessments from ARCH Profile’s extensive battery: http://hrtests.archprofile.com/testdrive_gen_1

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BrightFarms Featured in Forbes As a Safer Brand of Salad

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BrightFarms’ produce is fresher, safer, cleaner, healthier and tastier than long-distance, field-grown produce.


IRVINGTON, N.Y. (PRWEB)

BrightFarms, a leader in locally grown packaged salads, has been featured in Forbes as a safer brand of salad.

Paul Lightfoot, President at BrighFarms, explained to Forbes contributor Liz Engel that BrightFarms is “structurally better than the product we compete with, and consumers are really going for it.”

Following a surge of nationwide romaine recalls in the past year, including an E.coli outbreak just ahead of Thanksgiving, there are growing concerns about the safety of long distance, field grown salad greens.

Grown in local, indoor greenhouse farms, BrightFarms’ produce is fresher, safer, cleaner, healthier and tastier than long-distance, field-grown produce. All BrightFarms salads including its romaine lettuce, are safe to eat and were not associated with the FDA and CDC’s November 2019 romaine advisory.

“We’re replacing what’s…always been a long and complex supply chain. The salad industry is very centralized from the West Coast, and for places in the Midwest, that’s a long journey,” continued Lightfoot. “And with salads, which are two-week shelf life products, it’s a really big deal.”

With greenhouses in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Ohio and Illinois, BrightFarms continues to scale. This year, BrightFarms has plans to open a greenhouse in Selinsgrove, Pa. and begin construction on a greenhouse in Henderson County, NC.

To learn more about how BrightFarms grows safer, fresher salad greens, visit brightfarms.com.

About BrightFarms

BrightFarms is the No. 1 brand of locally grown packaged salads, serving the freshest, tastiest and most responsibly grown produce to consumers nationwide. BrightFarms operates hydroponic greenhouse farms in the communities it serves, enabling it to eliminate time, distance, and costs from the food supply chain. BrightFarms’ growing methods, a model for the future of scalable, sustainable local farming, use far less energy, land and water than long distance, field-grown agriculture. Forbes has recognized BrightFarms as one of the “100 Most Consumer Centric Companies” and Fast Company has recognized BrightFarms as “One of World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies” and one of the “Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Food.” BrightFarms is funded by leading investors Cox Enterprises, Catalyst Investors, WP Global Partners and NGEN Partners. For more information, please visit http://www.brightfarms.com.

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ControlCase Validates SmartBase Solutions against HITRUST CSF™

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ControlCase is committed to going beyond the auditor’s checklist and working in partnership with clients to achieve security and demonstrate compliance more efficiently and cost effectively.


FAIRFAX, Va. (PRWEB)

ControlCase, a leading provider of IT Security Certifications and Continuous Compliance Services, announced it has validated SmartBase Solutions, a market leading data and technology firm to the HITRUST CSF™. ControlCase’s assessment for HITRUST CSF™ Certification included the SmartBase Data IQ Platform, Communication Automation, and Data Analytics services. The certification demonstrates that all supporting systems meet key regulations and requirements for protecting and securing sensitive personal healthcare information (PHI).

The ControlCase HITRUST certification methodology begins with a readiness assessment which provides current status of the client’s environment against the HITRUST CSF. The service also includes unlimited remediation support until the client is ready to begin the audit. Upon completion of the audit, ControlCase then submits the validation to HITRUST for their certification. The ControlCase HITRUST methodology is well recognized among healthcare organizations as it also includes guidance on compliance best practices as well as pioneering technology to simplify processes and provide more accuracy and peace of mind to the client.

For over 14 years, SmartBase has been managing data and delivering actionable insights to clients of all levels of data sophistication. SmartBase works with larger marketing organizations in a variety of industry segments with some emphasis in the healthcare industry. This includes service and insurance providers and medical device companies. SmartBase also provides customer and brand loyalty marketing solutions to franchisees and manufacturers. Nearly all of their solutions are provided in a software as a service model and hosted in their private cloud infrastructure. SmartBase Solutions met or exceeded established maturity levels in the 19 domains measured in order to achieve HITRUST CSF™ Certification. Upon completion of the assessment, ControlCase submitted the results to HITRUST™, who in turn issued a Certified Assessment Report. This achievement further validates SmartBase Solutions’ data security practices with the HITRUST CSF™.

“As technology continues to evolve, so does SmartBase. Our SmartBase IQ Data Platform, Secure Hosting services, Patient Advocacy application, Communication Automation services, and Data Analytics round out our full capability to streamline operations and improve management. We are committed to innovation as well as safeguarding PHI,” said Donna Duffy, Project Manager at SmartBase Solutions. “The HITRUST CSF™ Certification helps SmartBase Solutions stay at the forefront of data security and assures our clients that protecting sensitive information is one of our highest priorities.”    

“ControlCase is committed to going beyond the auditor’s checklist and working in partnership with clients to achieve security and demonstrate compliance more efficiently and cost effectively,” said Bill Brody, Partner – HealthCare at ControlCase.

“We provide a service that is centered around improving efficiencies and freeing up internal resources to focus on priorities. Year 2 of the HITRUST assessment will include an interim assessment of SmartBase Solutions’ existing environment and filing with HITRUST for continued certification. We look forward to our continued partnership with the SmartBase Solutions team.”

For more information on ControlCase HITRUST Assessment Methodology please contact Kimberly Simon on ksimon@controlcase.com

About ControlCase

ControlCase is a global provider of certification and continuous compliance services. ControlCase is committed to partnering with clients to develop strategic information security and compliance programs that are simplified, cost effective and comprehensive in both on-premise and cloud environments. ControlCase provides the best experts, customer experience and technology for regulations including PCI DSS, HITRUST, ISO 27001, PCI PIN, PCI P2PE, PCI TSP, PA DSS, CSA STAR, HIPAA, GDPR and FedRAMP.

http://www.controlcase.com

About SmartBase Solutions

Headquartered in Plymouth, MN, SmartBase Solutions is a market leading data and technology firm helping organizations leverage their vast amounts of data to develop smart business solutions. Its flagship SmartBase IQ™ Data Platform delivers advanced data processing technology to enable clients to quickly connect and integrate their disparate data. SmartBase provides Secure Infrastructure and Data Hosting services to allow clients to focus on their business with the comfort of knowing that their data is managed and protected in a secure private cloud environment. SmartBase’s Driive Loyalty Marketing Solution builds customer loyalty for brands, franchisees, and manufacturers through intelligent trigger-based marketing. SmartBase’s Patient Advocate solution enables prospective patients to connect with a patient who has undergone the treatment they’re considering to allow them to make the best decisions for their health. Rounding out its comprehensive suite of services, SmartBase also provides Communication Automation services to strengthen customer relationships and create a roadmap for better business decisions. SmartBase Solutions serves clients in the Financial Services, Healthcare, Health and Beauty, Medical Device, and Retail industries.

http://www.smartbasesolutions.com

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ControlCase

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