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Seven Edtech Products Awarded Industry-Leading Interoperability Certification

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Project Unicorn’s Interoperability Certification Highlights Edtech Products that Prioritize the Seamless, Secure, and Controlled Exchange of Data

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — InnovateEDU’s Project Unicorn announced today that seven education technology products have earned the Project Unicorn Interoperability Certification. Data interoperability – the seamless, secure, and controlled exchange of usable data between applications – is vital to educators’ ability to inform instruction better and drive student-centered learning experiences. By rating a product using the interoperability rubric, Project Unicorn’s certification provides transparency to educators about where an edtech product is in its interoperability journey, allowing school districts and educators to recognize vendors committed to supporting data-driven instruction.

“The Project Unicorn Vendor Certification helps school system leaders identify edtech products designed to be seamlessly integrated into their larger edtech ecosystem,” noted Chloe Sanducci, Project Director for Project Unicorn. “We celebrate certified vendors for their commitment to helping educators make the most of their edtech investments.”

Edtech vendors submitting a product for evaluation are subject to the updated Project Unicorn Interoperability Rubric released in March 2023. The rubric covers several dimensions of interoperability, including data quality, data granularity, a product’s data import and export features, and a product’s cost and cost transparency. Vendor submissions are scored on a four-point scale, with a level 1 score indicating that a product is at the initial stage of its data interoperability journey. In contrast, a level 4 score indicates that a product provides optimal interoperability to its users.

The following seven edtech products have earned the Project Unicorn Interoperability Certification. The vendors who developed these products join a growing community of dozens of edtech vendors who have completed the certification process.

The Project Unicorn Interoperability Certification is featured on various product indexes, such as the Edsurge Product Index and LearnPlatform. These platforms allow customers access to a wealth of edtech product information.

Edtech vendors earning the Project Unicorn certification are committed to data interoperability and developing products that help educators make crucial decisions backed by data.

“Interoperability is the bridge that connects innovation and collaboration, ensuring that diverse systems and solutions can seamlessly work together,” said Patrick Devanney, Senior VP of Strategy and Partnerships of ClassLink. “ClassLink is proud to partner with Project Unicorn, and obtaining the certification is our commitment to fostering this crucial harmony in education technology—empowering schools and educators to achieve their full potential.”

Brent Lloyd, President of Aeries Software has always centered interoperability in the company’s pursuit of innovative and inclusive edtech. “By ensuring seamless integration across platforms and tools, we empower schools to choose the best solutions.” Aeries Student Information System was certified once in September of 2022 and quickly sought to recertify in accordance with the updated rubric that Project Unicorn released in March of 2023. “It’s our commitment to drive a streamlined digital education ecosystem, where accessibility and collaboration drive student success.”

“By achieving Project Unicorn’s Vendor Certification, we ensure that our EdInsights platform meets the highest industry standards,” said Joe Wallace, President & CEO of EdPower. “EdPower remains steadfast in safeguarding student data and simplifying the data exchange process for school districts, allowing educators to reclaim valuable time that could instead be dedicated to nurturing student growth and potential.”

About Project Unicorn

Project Unicorn is a national initiative coordinated by InnovateEDU and powered by a coalition of 17 organizations representing stakeholders across the education sector focused on the goal of optimizing and radically improving data interoperability within K-12 education.

If you are an education technology vendor and are interested in taking the first steps of your interoperability journey with Project Unicorn, we encourage you to pledge your commitment to increasing secure access, privacy, and interoperability in your products.

As a follow up action to signing the pledge, learn more about the Project Unicorn Interoperability Certification process here and join the ranks of certified vendors with the advantage of the Interoperability Certification.

*These vendors applied for re-certification following the recently updated Project Unicorn Interoperability Rubric.

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Diana Lotesto, InnovateEDU, 1 347-257-7927, [email protected], https://www.innovateedunyc.org/

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CAST and IFT Collaborate on Traceability Issue Paper to Help Improve Food Safety and Security in the Food and Agricultural Community

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Robert Gravani, PhD, professor emeritus, Cornell University, and former Board President of IFT, served as publication Task Force Chair. “With the increase in the size, scope, and complexity of the global food supply chain, the ability to track and trace foods and ingredients through the system quickly and efficiently is of paramount importance,” said Gravani. “It is a perfect time for all supply chain partners to implement a well-organized, systematic, and interoperable end-to-end traceability system to improve food safety, quality, national origin, authenticity, and sustainability.”

Bryan Hitchcock, Chief Science and Technology Officer for IFT, added: “The effectiveness of any traceability system is based on the quality of data collected, and emerging tools and technologies offer significant opportunity to improve that digital data and help create a safer food supply. Everyone from consumers and food producers to distributors, retailers, and food safety regulators have been demanding improved traceability for years and now, through scientific and technological advancements, food traceability can become a reality.”

Gravani will discuss the issue paper and its impact on the food supply chain during a virtual webinar on Thursday, October 5, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. CDT (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT). Learn more or register here.

To download the issue paper, click here.

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Dennis Van Milligen, Institute of Food Technologists, 630-853-3022, [email protected], www.ift.org

Carlos Back Vianna, Council for Agricultural Science and Technology, 515-292-2125, [email protected], https://www.cast-science.org/

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The Triple Crown Joins The Exclusive Haute Residence Real Estate Network

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Aimee brings a global sphere of like-minded (UHNW) individuals from having lived and worked internationally. Aimee built an established polo and equestrian marketing company forming luxury partnerships globally. In addition, she is a World Cup Polo Champion and an alumnus of Columbia Business School, which gives her the ability to approach real estate with an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset.

On the other hand, Briana holds a Master’s degree in Real Estate and Hospitality and possesses valuable international business experience, particularly in Europe. Working on multiple fronts of the hospitality and real estate industries, she has honed her white-glove service approach while catering to her diverse clientele.

Visit The Triple Crown’s Haute Residence Profile: https://www.hauteresidence.com/member/the-triple-crown/

ABOUT HAUTE RESIDENCE

Designed as a partnership-driven luxury real estate portal, Haute Residence connects its affluent readers with top real estate professionals, while offering the latest in real estate news, showcasing the world’s most extraordinary residences on the market, and sharing expert advice from its knowledgeable and experienced real estate partners. The invitation-only luxury real estate network, which partners with just one agent in every market, unites a distinguished collective of leading real estate agents and brokers and highlights the most extravagant properties in leading markets around the globe for affluent buyers, sellers, and real estate enthusiasts. HauteResidence.com has grown to be the number-one news source for million-dollar listings, high-end residential developments, celebrity real estate, and more.

Access all of this information and more by visiting http://www.hauteresidence.com

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Mary Gibson, Haute Residence, 8635990020, [email protected]

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4SiGHT Supply Chain Group Achieves Expert Status in Manhattan Associates’ Certified Partner Program

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Manhattan’s Certified Partner program is designed to help companies drive business value and more rapidly achieve a return on investment for their implementation. The Manhattan Active solutions are updated each quarter, and the company’s ongoing certification program will ensure that program participants keep up with each release.

“We have been diligently investing in Manhattan’s Certified Partner Program since early 2021, and our dedication is giving us unique value and yielding significant results. As a company, we take pride in our role as early adopters. In 2020, we achieved the honorable distinction of being the first Consulting Services Partner to attain Platinum Partnership Status in Manhattan’s MVP Partner Program. Today, we are thrilled to stand as the first and only partner to reach Expert status in their Active Certified Partner Program. This status accelerates our growth plans and enhances our ability to lead our industry-leading clients through supply chain transformation with Manhattan solutions. These strategic decisions underscore our unwavering commitment to Manhattan Associates, showcase the vast expertise our team brings to serve Manhattan clients, and position us well for attracting and retaining talent,” stated Frank Camean, president and CEO at 4SiGHT.

“As our company continues to grow, so will our commitment to Manhattan’s Partner Program. We eagerly anticipate pursuing additional certifications as they become available in the years ahead.”

To achieve Expert Level certification, over 25 of 4SiGHT’s associates have successfully completed Manhattan’s Basics of Supply Chain training, Level 1 and 2 Manhattan Active Warehouse Management training, and training on Manhattan’s other supply chain solutions. All certified employees have passed these exams that are built to verify proficiency.

“Armed with our training, Manhattan Certified Partners are fully equipped to successfully implement and support our market-leading solutions,” said Eric Lamphier, senior director of Alliances for Manhattan Associates. “Today, Manhattan recognizes 4SiGHT as a new Expert Certified Partner for demonstrating its expertise in providing customer satisfaction using Manhattan products and technology.”

About 4SiGHT Supply Chain Group

4SiGHT specializes in supply chain software implementations, with a primary focus on the Manhattan Associates product suite of applications. Our seasoned professionals average more than 19 years of experience helping companies across all industries solve their distribution, fulfillment, and transportation challenges. As a testament to the value our clients place on our expertise, experience, and integrity, 4SiGHT has received multiple industry awards. For more information, please visit‥4sight.com‥or email us at [email protected].

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Jenae Cahanes, 4SIGHT Supply Chain Group, 1 9734350025, [email protected], 4sight.com

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Patti Engineering Celebrates Milestone Siemens Certification Achievement by Senior Controls Engineer II, Nikhil Niphadkar

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“Our Solution Partners and their certified engineers are vital to extending Siemens’ technical and commercial support to our esteemed clientele,” stated Ben Green at Siemens. “Nikhil Nephadkar’s attainment of this certification very much aligns with our mission to deliver top-tier expertise, technology, and support to our shared customers.”

The Siemens FA certification, valid for two years once attained, guarantees that Patti Engineering’s automation projects will meet Siemens’ consistent quality standards, as they are overseen by experts equipped with up-to-date expertise and qualifications. An understanding of Siemens product functions and adherence to engineering protocols serve as the minimum qualifications for entry into the course and evaluation process.

“Training our engineers has been a long-term priority for us. When it comes to intricate Siemens automation projects, the presence of Siemens Certified engineers is indispensable for delivering top-tier, state-of-the-art solutions,” Dave Foster at Patti Engineering said. “Our engineers who have attained Siemens Certification deserve commendation for their steadfast commitment to training and their dedication to best practices, both of which underpin Patti Engineering’s ongoing success.”

Nikhil’s accomplishment adds to the company’s already impressive list of achievements. In addition to Nikhil’s certification, other Patti Engineering team members hold certifications in Siemens CPIID Industrial Identification RFID-UHF Technology and Practice, SINAMICS S120 Motion Control Partner Academy Certification, as well as Siemens Partner TIA Technical Certification.

“I was initially certified in 2016 and recertified in 2018” Says Nikhil. “Even though we work on these things every day, the training pushed me to revisit the basics and provided essential refreshers on less common topics. It’s been a rewarding experience.”

About Patti Engineering, Inc.
Patti Engineering, Inc. is a seven-time CSIA Certified control systems integration company offering high-caliber engineering and software development services. Patti Engineering’s technical expertise in electrical control and information systems provides turnkey control systems integration for design/build, upgrade/retrofit and asset/energy management projects. Industrial automation, production intelligence and shop floor IT solutions services include: project management, electrical engineering, hardware design, hardware procurement, software development, installation, calibration, start-up testing, verification, documentation, training and warranty support. Customer satisfaction and project success earned the company placement in Control Engineering Magazine’s Hall of Fame. For more information, visit our website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Georgia Whalen, Rivergate Marketing, +19786972664, [email protected], https://www.pattiengineering.com/

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Riscosity Announces Strategic Partnership with SecurityScorecard to Drive Vendor Risk Management for Global Enterprises

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Together, Riscosity and Security Scorecard will offer companies:

  • Comprehensive visibility – a 360-degree view of where their data is flowing and which 3rd parties are accessing sensitive data – with zero engineering support needed.
  • Data driven risk scoring – showing which data flows contain sensitive elements – including PII, PHI, Financial, IP and more – and cross-correlating with the enterprise’s corporate guardrails, DPAs, SSCs and more – allowing enterprises to compare drift between legal requirements and the on-ground reality.

Comments on the News:

Dr. Aleksandr Yampolskiy, CEO and Co-Founder at SecurityScorecard, said: “Today’s threat landscape demands a fundamental shift in cybersecurity strategy. Cybersecurity can’t be an afterthought. We are building a world where cybersecurity is woven into every business decision from the beginning – from vendor risk management to data sharing with partners. Our alliance with Riscosity embodies this vision.”

“Riscosity and Security Scorecard transform how I can elevate my data security and third party risk management programs,” said Rahul Gupta, Head of Information Security & GRC of Sigma Computing. “With Security Scorecard’s Risk ratings and Riscosity’s automated discovery of 3rd party data transfers, data redaction, redirection and control offerings, I can rest easy knowing that only reputable 3rd parties receive exactly what they should have access to, in specific geographical jurisdictions.”

About Riscosity

Riscosity is the pioneer in data security– revolutionizing the ability of enterprises to gain visibility into and mitigate their data supply chain risk. Riscosity enables organizations to quickly develop, confidently deploy, and securely manage software that leverages third-party components and data sub-processors without compromise. Headquartered in Austin, and with employees distributed throughout the United States, Riscosity supports leading security and compliance teams from top global brands. For more information, visit our partner page.

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Marketing, Riscosity, 1 415-787-0744, [email protected], riscosity.com

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MemberPress and Stripe Tax Unite to Offer Tax Management Solution

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The integration handles tax compliance tasks, enabling online business owners to allocate more time to growth activities while remaining compliant with tax regulations.

CEDAR CITY, Utah, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — MemberPress, the world’s most widely used monetization, learning management system (LMS), and membership plugin for WordPress, announces their newest collaboration with Stripe Tax to provide a tax management system for online businesses worldwide.

Through its association with Stripe Tax, MemberPress aims to address the tax challenges commonly encountered by online businesses. The integration automates tax-related tasks, enabling businesses to concentrate on expansion without neglecting tax obligations.

Key features of the MemberPress Stripe Tax Integration include:

  • Real-Time Tax Updates: The system automatically updates tax calculations in accordance with the most recent tax laws and regulations.
  • Geographically Targeted Tax Calculation: The software utilizes geolocation technology to calculate taxes according to the customer’s physical location or shipping address.
  • Audit-Compliant Record Keeping: The integration provides a record-keeping infrastructure designed to meet financial audit standards.
  • Transparent Checkout Experience: The checkout interface displays all tax calculations, ensuring the additional tax is communicated to the customer during the transaction process.

MemberPress CEO Blair Willaims said, “Taxes are typically the least favorite part of running a business. That’s exactly why we partnered with Stripe Tax. It sorts out all the complicated tax details for you, whether you’re selling one-off products or subscription services. But it’s not just about staying on the right side of the law; it’s about lightening our users’ workload so they can zero in on growing their revenue. Plus, it ensures a smooth, transparent checkout for customers, which is always good for business.”

Click here to learn more about the MemberPress Stripe Tax integration.

About MemberPress: In 2004 developer Blair Williams formed Caseproof LLC in the state of Utah. The company has built numerous software products, including Pretty Links, Easy Affiliate, and ThirstyAffiliates, for clients and the public. Its flagship product MemberPress is the world’s most widely used monetization and membership plugin for WordPress. Earlier this year, Caseproof acquired MemberMouse, an enterprise-level membership plugin, WishList Member™, and CourseCure, a course creator and LMS, fully compatible with WishList Member™.

Learn more about MemberPress here.

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Katelyn Gillis, MemberPress, 1 4176842080, [email protected], memberpress.com

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ICON Consultants Ranks Number Nine on Houston Business Journal’s Fast 50, 2023 List

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ICON Consultants’ rise to the top of the Houston Business Journal’s Fast 50 list is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and industry-leading expertise. This recognition affirms the hard work and dedication of the entire ICON Consultants team, who have consistently delivered outstanding results and exceeded client expectations.

The Houston Business Journal’s Fast 50 event, held on Thursday, September 21 in Houston, Texas, paid tribute to the fifty fastest-growing privately held companies in the Houston area. The event provided a platform to honor these remarkable businesses and celebrate their remarkable achievements. The ranking on the Fast 50 list showcases ICON Consultants’ impressive growth rate and its significant impact on the regional business landscape.

“We are ecstatic to be ranked number nine on the Houston Business Journal’s Fast 50 list,” said Pamela Chambers O’Rourke, Founder and CEO of ICON Consultants. “This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our exceptional team and the trust our clients have placed in us. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with industry-leading organizations, enabling us to deliver transformative solutions that drive growth and success.”

As ICON Consultants continues to expand its presence and deliver unparalleled value to its clients, the company remains committed to its core principles of innovation, integrity, and client-centricity. With a focus on leveraging emerging technologies and industry best practices, ICON Consultants is well-positioned to continue its upward trajectory and deliver exceptional results for its clients.

About ICON Consultants:

ICON Consultants, LP is a Houston-based, woman-owned (WBENC Certified) staff augmentation and direct sourcing firm founded in 1998 by Pamela O’Rourke, providing recruitment and payroll solutions for over twenty-five years with over 6,000 contractors on staff in the US and Canada. To learn more, go to ICONconsultants.com.

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Website: www.iconconsultants.com

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Amy Lawson, ICON Consultants, 1 713-438-0919, [email protected], iconconsultants.com

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YEYIAN Gaming Unveils Online Pre-Built Gaming Desktop PC Customization Service

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With YEYIAN PC Configurator, customers can easily choose their desired hardware components and build their dream gaming PC with just a few clicks. The YEYIAN PC Configurator starts with an interface to select the CPU platform, a desired budget, and target resolutions with the expected frame rates with the most popular game titles. From there, the system will automatically suggest the best configuration for their selected budget, filling out all compatible components. This allows the customer to inspect the configuration and start making changes as they fine-tune precisely what they want from a supported list of options available.

Options that are open to user customization:

  1. CPU
  2. MOTHERBOARD
  3. DRAM MEMORY
  4. VIDEO CARD
  5. POWER SUPPLY UNIT
  6. CPU COOLING
  7. PC CASE
  8. OPERATING SYSTEM
  9. PRIMARY STORAGE
  10. SECONDARY STORAGE
  11. SYSTEM FANS
  12. WARRANTY

The compatibility of a pre-built gaming system should be the most significant achievement compared to DIY builds. YEYIAN will open the PC Configurator to their entire line of gaming PCs, ensuring the same quality across all gaming PCs. Every preset available in the YEYIAN PC Configurator has been tested by a highly trained YEYIAN technician, ensuring 100% compatibility. The YEYIAN customized pre-built PC would be plug-and-play, out-of-box configured, and hassle-free.

To learn more about the YEYIAN PC Configurator: https://bit.ly/3LCYbqC

About YEYIAN Gaming
YEYIAN Gaming stands as a prominent manufacturer specializing in cutting-edge technology solutions tailored for gamers, creators, and PC enthusiasts. With a global reach, it delivers award-winning gaming gears spanning creator PCs, gaming PCs, monitors, computer components, gaming furniture, and peripherals. YEYIAN Gaming offers an array of solutions, catering to diverse needs, from pre-built PCs to fully customized rigs and high-performance gaming monitors to top-of-the-line gaming chairs.

Founded in 2018 in San Diego, California, YEYIAN Gaming is guided by a steadfast philosophy: to develop innovative technology products characterized by reliability and high performance. The ultimate aim is to furnish customers with unparalleled user experiences while maintaining a commitment to exceptional customer service. This dedication places YEYIAN Gaming at the forefront of the gaming community, where it continues to excel.

For more information, please visit https://us.yeyiangaming.com/

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PropTech Unicorn PLACE Appoints Leading High-Performance Coach Brendon Burchard as Chief Growth Advisor

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Burchard will chart the course for personal development across the organization. In the three years since PLACE’s founding, the company has demonstrated an industry-leading commitment to growth and development through rigorous professional training coupled with motivational, leadership, and financial training offered for all teams and associates. Partnering with Burchard and GrowthDay will give PLACE teams and employees unparalleled access to coaching and self-improvement resources, and advance the company’s commitment to drive growth by unlocking individual potential.

“I couldn’t be more excited to partner with the PLACE organization,” said Burchard. “This is an outstanding group of real estate professionals who have repeatedly shown their commitment to personal growth and success. I look forward to helping this team achieve their personal and business goals through this GrowthDay and this partnership.”

“Brendon is a top motivational speaker and trainer, and his philosophy on personal growth is very much aligned with our vision for PLACE. Growth is a foundational value for us, so turning our collaboration with Brendon into a partnership was a natural next step,” said PLACE Co-Founder Chris Suarez.

“Our partners and team members have driven exceptional growth for our company in the past three years. Partnering with Brendon will only accelerate that as we continue to unlock even more individual potential,” added PLACE Co-Founder Ben Kinney.

Founded in 2020, PLACE has emerged as a leader in real estate and propech circles. In late 2021, PLACE closed its Series A round led by Goldman Sachs for $100 million resulting in a $1 billion valuation. The organization has continued to expand with new PLACE Partner real estate teams across multiple brokerage brands and geographies and over 700 employees.

About PLACE
PLACE, the industry’s only fully integrated technology and business services platform, powers high-performing real estate agents and their teams to become more efficient, increase profitability, and provide superior customer value. For more information, please visit place.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Instagram.

About Brendon Burchard
Brendon Burchard is the world’s number one high-performance coach, a 3-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most-watched, quoted, and followed motivational speakers in history. He is the founder and CEO of GrowthDay, the world’s #1 personal development platform. Learn more at brendon.com and GrowthDay.com, and follow Brendon on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube.

Media Contact

Jennifer Zureikat, PLACE, (312) 874-1996, [email protected], www.place.com

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