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Technology: Electronics

ArchVision and Laubwerk Partnership

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LEXINGTON, Ky. (PRWEB)

ArchVision (Lexington, Kentucky, USA) and Laubwerk (Potsdam, Germany) are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership. Laubwerk’s 3D Plant Kits will be available in ArchVision’s RPC format as part of a massive overhaul and relaunch of ArchVision’s RPC technology later this year.

One of the greatest benefits of ArchVision’s RPC is that you create once and use it everywhere. With Laubwerk’s stunning collections of foliage and plant life assets published as ArchVision RPCs, designers will benefit from a faster, easier workflow across a host of applications like Revit, Rhino, SketchUp and 3ds Max—And in parallel support, a host of rendering technologies like V-Ray, Corona Render, Enscape, Unreal Engine and more – create once, use everywhere.

“Laubwerk is a remarkable software company powered by a team of talented foliage designers who are on the cutting edge of 3D visualization. Pairing ArchVision’s RPC technology with their 3D Plant Kits aligns with both of our companies’ shared mission: to bring the best content and technology to architects and landscape architects around the world,” stated Corey Rubadue, ArchVision CEO.

ArchVision content delivered through AVAIL’s industry-leading content management platform, allowing for intuitive searching, tagging, sharing, and usage of 3D assets in virtually any design application without time-consuming file conversions or unnecessarily convoluted workflows.

Laubwerk CEO Philip Paar says, “Thanks to the partnership between Laubwerk and ArchVision, CG artists and architects can enhance their creative designs with remarkable plant assets and a more fluid workflow. They are empowered with top-of-the-line content that’s easier to use than ever before.”

With a subscription through ArchVision.com, designers can now purchase Laubwerk’s 3D plant collections in the RPC format for use with all compatible applications! The classic format plants, bundled with the Laubwerk Player plugin, are available at Laubwerk’s online store.

About ArchVision

ArchVision delivers world-class digital assets (Rich Photorealistic Content or RPC) to designers through a SaaS subscription model. The assets are 100% platform-agnostic and can be used in any design application without file conversion, including Revit, 3ds Max, Autocad, Microstation, FormZ, Rhino, Modo, SketchUp, and Photoshop. Designers access, manage and utilize RPCs through AVAIL’s industry-leading content management platform.

Proprietary assets by ArchVision include Family and Detail Warehouse, a collection of ready-to-use Revit Drafting Views and AutoCAD details with more than 27,500 roof, window, door, and foundation details for designers to use to enhance their 3D visualizations.

About Laubwerk

Laubwerk creates elegant 3D tree asset solutions for professional CG artists and designers. With the ease-of-use of traditional static libraries and the dynamism of full plant modelers, Laubwerk’s 3D Plants Kits offer creators the best of both worlds. Powered by the novel programming of Laubwerk’s CG engineers, users enjoy a fluid interface that expertly balances the creativity of the artist with a streamlined workflow.

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Laubwerk: Philip Paar | philip.paar@laubwerk.com

ArchVision: Corey Rubadue | crubadue@archvision.com

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Pear Sports Partners with LIVMOR to Provide Remote Digital Fitness & Wellness Coaching for Veterans with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

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“It is very rewarding to partner with a medical technology company like LIVMOR to provide digital wellness coaching solutions that will assist physicians and medical professionals in addressing chronic cardiovascular illness,” said Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports.


NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (PRWEB)

PEAR Sports, creators of the PEAR Health & Fitness Platform that delivers targeted smart coaching technology, today announced it has partnered with LIVMOR to develop digital fitness and wellness training programs that produce better outcomes and experiences for those suffering from Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). LIVMOR, makers of the Halo+ Powered by Samsung medical-grade remote monitoring device, develops proprietary software solutions for wearable devices that continuously monitor the health and wellness of patients with chronic conditions. Together, LIVMOR and PEAR Sports will participate in a pilot study at the Dallas VA to serve Veterans with PAD.

According to the CDC, PAD affects about 8.5 million Americans, including 12-20% of individuals older than age 60. PAD also raises the odds of more severe health problems, like coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke. A heart-healthy lifestyle, including exercise, diet and stress reduction has been shown to reduce the risks of heart disease and PAD.

“Fortunately, symptoms of PAD can be reduced and even eliminated with diet and exercise,” reports Ken Persen, Founder & CEO of LIVMOR. “This is the goal of the joint LIVMOR and PEAR Sports pilot study — to interpret patient data, create personalized, actionable health coaching exercises, and send them directly to the Veterans to help reduce their symptoms and increase their overall quality of life. We are working together with the goal of delivering specific video and audio instructions directly to patients on their prescribed Halo+ tablet.” Ken added, “This is a great opportunity to use tele-health to extend the services provided to the Veteran population.”

The LIVMOR Coaching Platform Powered by Pear will be part of the prescriptive LIVMOR Halo+ program, currently in clinical trials, that provides an elegant turnkey solution for continuous remote monitoring of PAD patients. The LIVMOR solution uses the first prescription-only smartwatch for accurate remote monitoring of heart rate, heart rate variability and activity. This new digital coaching platform will deliver proactive wellness and exercise instructions targeted to improve patient results. The objectives of the pilot study, which is being performed in concert with the Dallas VA, are to monitor Veterans with PAD, and then provide custom and relevant fitness programs to reduce their symptoms and help them become healthier through proven exercise and wellness training.

“It is very rewarding to partner with a medical technology company like LIVMOR to provide digital wellness coaching solutions that will assist physicians and medical professionals in addressing chronic cardiovascular illness,” said Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports. “We are particularly enthusiastic to work with LIVMOR to deliver engaging and effective exercise content to our Veteran population through the pilot study at the Dallas VA. We know the symptoms of cardiovascular disease can be alleviated with appropriate exercise and wellness programs, and we look forward to improving the wellness journey for Veterans suffering from PAD.”

If you are a physician or medical professional and would like more information about the new LIVMOR Coaching Platform Powered by Pear, please visit http://www.pearsports.com/LIVMOR.

About PEAR Sports

PEAR Sports is perfecting the personalized delivery of digital health, wellness and fitness programs. Our platform and solutions deliver on-demand customized coaching that creates great experiences for customers and enterprises. For more information, visit http://www.pearsports.com

About LIVMOR

LIVMOR develops proprietary algorithms and software solutions for wearable devices to provide continuous health and wellness monitoring for patients globally. For more information, visit http://www.livmor.com

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PEAR Sports

Anita Habeich, anita@pearsports.com

LIVMOR

Karen Chang, karen.chang@livmor.com

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Industry: Healthcare

Highmark’s Outcomes-Based Contract for SYMBICORT® Improves Patient Outcomes for Asthma, COPD

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“As Highmark furthers its leadership in value-based strategies, results like these are proof that a shared commitment to identifying the right medicine and approach in a priority therapy area can improve patient outcomes.”–Sarah Marchè, senior VP of pharmacy services, Highmark


PITTSBURGH (PRWEB)

Highmark today announced that its outcomes-based contract with AstraZeneca for the respiratory medicine SYMBICORT® demonstrated positive results in improving patient outcomes for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Under outcomes-based contracts, drug companies are accountable for the clinical effectiveness of medications and the per-member, per-month medical and pharmacy costs for members who use the drug compared to the costs for members who use other drugs to treat their health condition. The goal is to ensure that Highmark members have access to the most clinically effective, cost-efficient medications possible.

Highmark initially announced its outcomes-based contract with AstraZeneca for SYMBICORT in April of 2018. SYMBICORT, approved for the treatment of asthma and COPD, helps decrease inflammation and open up the airways in patients’ lungs. As part of the contract, Highmark reviewed specific pharmacy and medical criteria to determine if asthma or COPD-related symptoms for Highmark patients on SYMBICORT were in-line with the clinical trial results provided by AstraZeneca.

Highmark found that the number of patients taking SYMBICORT who saw a worsening of symptoms requiring them to visit a health care provider or hospital were substantially lower than expected. Among Highmark members on SYMBICORT with a primary diagnosis of asthma or COPD, more than half experienced a stabilization or improvement of their symptoms.

Highmark and AstraZeneca’s contract for SYMBICORT was one of the first outcomes-based agreements involving asthma and COPD. The contract applied to Highmark’s commercial members in its national health insurance markets and its core health insurance markets in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Delaware. Slightly more than 30,000 SYMBICORT prescriptions were filled for Highmark commercial members in 2018.

Highmark has also forged outcomes-based contracts for the treatment of several other high-cost, chronic health conditions, including diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease.

“Outcomes-based agreements like this show the value of medicines like SYMBICORT to both patients and the health system in reducing exacerbations, hospitalizations and inpatient visits,” says Sarah Marchè, senior VP of pharmacy services for Highmark. “As Highmark furthers its leadership in value-based strategies, results like these are proof that a shared commitment to identifying the right medicine and approach in a priority therapy area can improve patient outcomes.”

About Highmark Inc.

One of America’s leading health insurance organizations and an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Highmark Inc. (the Health Plan) and its affiliated health plans (collectively, the Health Plans) work passionately to deliver high-quality, accessible, understandable, and affordable experiences, outcomes, and solutions to customers. As the fourth-largest overall Blue Cross Blue Shield-affiliated organization, Highmark Inc. and its Blue-branded affiliates proudly cover the insurance needs of 4.5 million members in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia. Its diversified businesses serve group customer and individual needs across the United States through dental insurance, vision care and other related businesses. For more information, visit http://www.highmark.com.

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Health: Mental Health

Workit Health Expands Telehealth Addiction Care Program to New Jersey

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We’re excited to join the communities and organizations in New Jersey impacting the overdose crisis, and leverage our technology and care teams to provide long-term recovery for New Jerseyans.


HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (PRWEB)

Today, Workit Health announced the expansion of its virtual, on-demand individualized services for addiction care to New Jersey. The telehealth substance use and opioid use disorder B-corporation will open an outpatient clinic in Hamilton, near Trenton in Mercer County in order to provide teleMAT alongside its coaching and counseling programs. Workit Health’s easy-to-use web and phone apps and robust EMR synthesize machine learning with patient-led design to enable smarter interventions and more personalized care. The company’s outcomes prove their commitment to disrupting the cycle of high-cost, inefficient addiction services, with a higher adherence and retention rate than traditional treatment types at 1/10th of the cost.

Annual opioid-related overdose deaths in New Jersey are nearly five times those both from car crashes and firearms. In 2018, the state experienced record drug deaths for the fourth straight year, with the overwhelming number of deaths being opioid-related. It’s estimated that even in the face of this crisis only one quarter of addiction treatment providers offer medication like buprenorphine — recognized as the gold standard of care for opioid-use disorder by SAMHSA.

“New Jersey has taken the lead on expanding access to buprenorphine by allowing paramedics to offer treatment,” says Lisa McLaughlin, Workit Health’s Co-CEO. “We’re excited to join the communities and organizations in New Jersey impacting the overdose crisis, and leverage our technology and care teams to provide long-term recovery for New Jerseyans.”

“We know that 90% of addiction care costs in New Jersey are utilized by people who have already received treatment but found it ineffective – Workit Health is something different and more accessible for this population,” says Robin McIntosh, Workit Health’s Co-CEO. “Members in our Michigan and California programs are thriving, and we’re ready to bring these same outcomes to the entire state of New Jersey.”

Workit Health removes barriers while solving for social determinants of health by allowing home-based, digital access to clinicians and counselors. Following an initial in-person visit for the teleMAT program, members access all follow-up care via web and phone apps, including video visits with clinicians, online recovery groups, messaging with a care team, personalized therapy-based courses, and at-home drug testing.

About Workit Health: Workit Health is an addiction healthcare B-corporation offering online, on-demand evidence-based addiction treatment including telehealth medication for opioid use disorder. Workit Health partners with healthcare organizations to deliver an innovative digital health solution that blends the best of human-centered design, technology, and science. Through mobile and web apps, members meet with clinicians and Master’s level coaches and complete self-set recovery goals. Workit Health offers 24/7 recovery that fits into daily life, designed by experts. Learn more at workithealth.com.

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Business: Insurance

A New Article Explains Ii It Is Possible To Remove Traffic Violation Points

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“From time to time, drivers will get involved in traffic incidents where they can receive points. Fortunately, there are several ways that can help them to quickly remove the points from their licenses”, said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.


LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how drivers can pay lower car insurance rates by removing points from the driver’s license.

For more info and free car insurance quotes online, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/how-can-you-remove-points-from-your-drivers-license/

Every driver knows that having points in the driver’s license can make the car insurance to be pricier. Also, the insurance rates will remain high until the points will be completely removed from the license. Usually, the points will be removed after a period that is between three to five years after the incident. However, drivers don’t have to wait to have some of their points removed. There are certain ways that can help them remove points earlier.

To have the points removed, consider the following:


  • Driver’s license points valuation. The majority of states have a system that tracks how safe drivers are. Depending on the state laws and the severity of the traffic violation, a driver can receive a single ticket that can add between one to eight points to the driver’s license. Besides increasing the premiums, a driver can also lose his right to drive if he adds too many points on his license in a specified period.

  • How long the points will remain. The points can stay between three to five years, depending on the state’s local requirements. To determine the car insurance rates, some providers will look at a driver’s traffic incidents from the past five years, while others will check the incidents from the past three years. Drivers are advised to look for new insurance deals after the points are removed from the license

  • Removing points. Most states allow the drivers to remove points from their license. It can take a while until the points are automatically removed from a license, so the majority of states allow the drivers to get rid of points in different methods, depending on the state.

  • Removing points by being a good driver. In some states, like New Jersey, drivers can remove their points if they manage to maintain a clean driving record for one year. To get their points removed from their license, drivers will have to fill a request at their local Department of Motor Vehicles.

  • Removing points after a defensive driving course. Drivers can remove some points by taking a defensive driving course. In most states, drivers can remove up to three points after they graduated a defensive driving course. Drivers will need to take the proof that they graduated a defensive driving course to the state DMV and complete a form to request for the points to be removed.


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

Big News from thebigword – Introducing Josh Gould, Global CEO

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Joshua Gould, Global CEO of thebigword Group

“I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to lead thebigword through its next stage of expansion.”


LEEDS, U.K. (PRWEB)

Larry Gould, Chairman of thebigword Group, announced today the appointment of Joshua Gould as group CEO.

Larry Gould said: “2020 will be the 40th year since I founded the company and now is the time I believe to pass on the day to day running to the next generation.

“The growth opportunities for thebigword are remarkable and I am eager to find out what the next 40 years holds for the business.”

Realising that technology would be a key component of the future of the language industry, Larry Gould invested in the development of state-of–the art language service technology. The investment has been invaluable and in the last year, the Group has seen its highest ever revenue result. To accelerate future growth, the company recently opened a new operations centre in Pune, India, as well as a Technology Centre of Excellence in Hyderabad.

Joshua Gould has worked in thebigword Group for over 15 years and two years ago, was appointed CEO of the group subsidiary, TBW Global. TBW Global offers a range of mission-critical services that ensure defence and security organizations around the globe can scale their operations and achieve their objectives. During his 2 years at the helm, the company has grown by 61%, delivering excellent profits.

Commenting on his appointment as CEO, Joshua Gould said: “I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to lead thebigword through its next stage of expansion.

“Having worked in the company for over 15 years, I understand the industry and our clients and will ensure that thebigword delivers on its robust growth strategy.”

It has been a year of recognition for thebigword and the Gould family. Joshua was named one of the top 20 CEO’s to watch in the USA, whilst Larry was awarded the Eichner Award, recognising his distinguished contribution to the language industry. thebigword Group was also named ‘National Winner’ in the 2019 European Business Awards, one of the world’s largest business competitions.

In addition to the appointment of Joshua Gould, there has been several other promotions in the company which Larry feels brings the talent and expertise essential for the next stage of the company’s growth.

About thebigword Group:

thebigword Group is a global language solutions company comprising of thebigword, TBW Global and Gould Tech Solutions.

The company is one of the top 15 Language Service providers globally. It is the largest interpreting services provider in Europe and ranked 4th in the world.

TBW Global, the group’s defence company, provides defence and multilingual communication services to NATO member countries and customers including the UK MOD, the US Department of Defense and a number of global defence and aerospace prime contractors.

Gould Tech Solutions Ltd, the group’s technology company, provides clients with connectors, integrations, and highly automated systems to support the delivery of fast, accurate, and secure translation and interpreting services globally.

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Leveraging Technology and Data to Establish a Virtual Supply Chain, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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Xtalks Life Science Webinars

understand the essentials on how to begin transforming supply chains through digitalization.


TORONTO (PRWEB)

The future of managing the clinical supply chain begins with understanding how to fully utilize the technology and data that are already at our fingertips. Join Mark Swift, Director of Clinical Supply Distribution at Alexion and Cat Hall, VP of Product Strategy at endpoint in a live webinar on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at 10:30am EST (3:30pm GMT/UK) to understand the essentials on how to begin transforming supply chains through digitalization.

Participants will learn about:


  •     Ways to harness the power of technological solutions to drive enterprise value

  •     How to advocate the case for investment

  •     Understanding the alignment with the investment to expedite the R&D process for shareholders and patients alike

  •     Considerations for future opportunities to exploit the digital platform

This webinar will appeal to senior professionals from pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies working within roles related to clinical trials management, including:

  •     Clinical Operations

  •     Outsourcing/Procurement/Vendor Management

  •     Clinical Supply Chain

  •     Clinical Trial Planning and Optimization

The webinar will include a live Q&A with the featured speakers.

For more information or to register for this event, visit Leveraging Technology and Data to Establish a Virtual Supply Chain.

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars to the global life science, food and medical device community. Every year thousands of industry practitioners (from life science, food and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps Life Science professionals stay current with industry developments, trends and regulations. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com

For information about hosting a webinar visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/

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Society: Christianity

Author Cathy Peters-Sidebottom’s new book “Where It All Began” is a gentle narrative describing Santa’s beginning as a shepherd who visited the baby Jesus in the manger

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PINEY FLATS, Tenn. (PRWEB)

Cathy Peters-Sidebottom, a retired teacher and mother of three who enjoys spending time on the lake and writing at her home in Tennessee, has completed her new book “Where It All Began”: a faith-based nativity story for young children.

In this book, Santa tells the children of the night Jesus was born.

Published by New York City-based Page Publishing, Cathy Peters-Sidebottom’s beautifully illustrated book is a delightful addition to any Christian library for children.

Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase “Where It All Began” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional New York-based, full-service publishing house that handles all the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create – not overwhelmed with logistics like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of accomplished authors and publishing professionals allows writers to leave behind these complex and time-consuming issues to focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at http://www.pagepublishing.com.

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Technology: Computer

PROLIFIQ Announces Updates to PROLIFIQ CRUSH and PROLIFIQ ACE on Salesforce AppExchange, the World’s Leading Enterprise Cloud Marketplace

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“We are excited that PROLIFIQ is continuing to innovate on AppExchange as they enable sales and marketing teams to drive more business with their account-based selling apps,” said Woodson Martin, GM of Salesforce AppExchange.


BEAVERTON, Ore. (PRWEB)

PROLIFIQ announced it has updated its account-based selling apps for key account management and digital content management on Salesforce AppExchange. These enhancements provide sales and marketing teams with more insightful ways to create stakeholder maps, identify key account white space and share digital content with customers and prospects.

Built on the Salesforce Platform, PROLIFIQ’s account-based selling apps are available on AppExchange — the world’s leading enterprise cloud marketplace — and are also available in the Powered by Lightning collection on AppExchange.

PROLIFIQ CRUSH

  • PROLIFIQ CRUSH is a key account management app that arms sales teams with valuable account intelligence that enables them to drive more business. Updates include a new relationship map that allows reps to quickly identify key stakeholders with a visual drag-and-drop interface, and a more intelligent white space map that enables reps to quickly identify valuable account white space opportunities using Salesforce data.

PROLIFIQ ACE

  • PROLIFIQ ACE is a digital content management app for sales that enables reps to deliver marketing content that embraces buyer journeys. New enhancements include a content recommendation feature that helps reps educate buyers and advance sales opportunities, and a tighter integration with Salesforce contact data.

Comments on the News

  • “Our native solutions allow sales professionals to quickly create and execute key account strategies, and deliver valuable content within Salesforce,” said Vrahram Kadkhodaian, CEO, PROLIFIQ. “By combining the capabilities of our apps within the Salesforce CRM, enterprises can improve sales and marketing performance with ease.”

  • “We are excited that PROLIFIQ is continuing to innovate on AppExchange as they enable sales and marketing teams to drive more business with their account-based selling apps,” said Woodson Martin, GM of Salesforce AppExchange. “AppExchange is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our customers, and we love watching our partners evolve alongside us.”

About Salesforce AppExchange

Salesforce AppExchange, the world’s leading enterprise cloud marketplace, empowers companies to sell, service, market and engage in entirely new ways. With more than 4,000 solutions, 7 million customer installs and 80,000 peer reviews, it is the most comprehensive source of cloud, mobile, social, IoT, analytics and artificial intelligence technologies for businesses.

Additional Resources

Salesforce, AppExchange and others are trademarks of salesforce.com, inc.

About PROLIFIQ

PROLIFIQ is a leading sales enablement company, pioneering native Salesforce account-based selling for key account management and digital content management that empower sales teams to boost performance and become trusted customer advisors. Some of the world’s leading brands choose PROLIFIQ to crush competitors and ace the customer experience. For more information, visit prolifiq.com.

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Technology: Electronics

Big Green IT Completes Cloud Migration For Wind Creek Hospitality

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ROCKLIN, Calif. (PRWEB)

Big Green IT successfully completed a complex migration project for Wind Creek Hospitality in their acquisition of the Sands Bethlehem Casino Resort in Pennsylvania. The project required an immediate change of email address for more than 700 employees the moment escrow closed, which Big Green IT completed with zero downtime.

The Rocklin-based IT company was approached by Wind Creek Hospitality at the end of 2018, soon after Wind Creek began the process of acquiring the Sands Bethlehem Casino Resort. Upon determining the scope of the project and potential challenges it posed, Wind Creek hired Big Green IT to prepare, in essence, an ‘email escrow environment’ that would be used to instantaneously migrate the mailboxes of the 700+ existing employees it was retaining from the Sands, the moment the sale closed.

Because Sands is a publicly traded company, the acquisition process entailed many rules and regulations, particularly when it came to navigating the company’s internal IT environment.

“We wanted to gain as much information as possible about the potential barriers to migration the current environment posed,” said Jeff Rogers, CEO of Big Green IT. “We first performed our Office 365 Readiness Assessment, which gave us the information needed to move forward with planning a migration that would minimize user disruption.”

With the information provided by the Wind Creek and Sands IT teams, Big Green IT developed an Office 365 migration plan that would allow the Wind Creek team to enable its newly acquired employees to continue to work undisrupted. Big Green IT worked for six weeks to prep the Microsoft Azure Active Directory and staged mailboxes for the cutover migration.

On May 31, 2019 at 10:30 AM, the Big Green IT team performed the migration with zero issues or downtime. The migration went so well that John Enriquez, CIO of Wind Creek Hospitality, noted the absence of questions or complaints from his team in the hours directly following the cutover.

“It was a huge project that was executed perfectly,” said Enriquez. “The whole time, I felt Big Green IT was a partner on my side, keeping my company’s best interests at heart.”

To learn more about Big Green IT, visit BigGreenIT.com. More information about Wind Creek Hospitality can be found at windcreekhospitality.com.

ABOUT BIG GREEN IT

Big Green IT believes in using the most cutting-edge cloud technologies to help customers transform their companies’ IT and, ultimately, solve business problems. As a Microsoft Gold Cloud Partner, Big Green IT specializes in Cloud solutions, procurement and implementation for mid to large-sized businesses.

Learn more at BigGreenIT.com.

ABOUT WIND CREEK HOSPITALITY

Wind Creek Hospitality is an authority of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. Wind Creek Hospitality manages the Tribe’s gaming facilities including: Wind Creek Atmore, Wind Creek Wetumpka, Wind Creek Montgomery, Wind Creek Bethlehem, Wa She Shu Casino in Nevada, Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino, Renaissance Curacao Resort & Casino, WindCreekCasino.com as well as racetracks in Alabama and Florida. For more information, visit: windcreekhospitality.com.

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