Annual Awards Program Recognizes Innovation in the Global Real Estate Technology Industry

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — PropTech Breakthrough, a leading independent market intelligence organization that evaluates and recognizes standout real estate technology companies, products and services around the globe, today announced that Curbio, Inc., the leading pay-at-closing home improvement solution for Realtors and their clients, has been named “Overall Home Improvement Platform Of The Year” in the annual PropTech Breakthrough Awards program.

Curbio offers pay-at-closing home improvements and manages, executes and provides financing for pre-listing home improvement projects. Curbio handles all aspects of every project, from estimates to labor sourcing, materials ordering and project management, and has specific expertise in renovating to sell.

By using Curbio, real estate agents and their clients can request an estimate for their project online, at no cost or obligation. Estimates are completed within one business day, and the process is virtual. Once an estimate has been accepted and a contract has been signed, Curbio uses its network of licensed and insured contractors to source qualified individuals to begin the work.

All Curbio projects are managed by a dedicated Curbio project manager who handles everything from materials sourcing to client communication and contractor oversight. Clients are kept up-to-date with photo and video updates via the Curbio app, allowing them to monitor project progress.

In addition to its mobile app, Curbio has also added home inspection repairs to its suite of product offerings. Curbio’s model allows homeowners to complete updates and sell their home for more without paying up front and with zero interest, fees or premiums. Additionally, Curbio has no project minimums or maximums.

“In developing tech that has streamlined the home improvement process, we’re proud to have saved our clients countless hours. Projects completed by Curbio are done an average of 60% faster than they would be with a typical general contractor,” said Olivia Mariani, CMO of Curbio. “Thank you to PropTech Breakthrough for recognizing we are the only company that offers a truly turnkey service. Our goal is to continue to be a significant innovator in the real estate space and modernize the decades-old home improvement industry to help our clients.”

The mission of the annual PropTech Breakthrough Awards program is to conduct the industry’s most comprehensive analysis and evaluation of the top technology companies, solutions and products in the real estate technology industry today. This year’s program attracted more than 1,700 nominations from over 12 different countries throughout the world.

“With its tech-powered solution, Curbio has flipped an outdated process on its head, making pre-listing home improvements quick and stress-free for all parties involved. The home improvement industry hadn’t seen any real innovation in decades, with pre-listing home improvement projects seen as tedious, stressful – and expensive,” said Bryan Vaughn, Managing Director of PropTech Breakthrough Awards. “Curbio, our ‘Overall Home Improvement Platform Of The Year’ winner, has disrupted both the real estate and construction industries with its business model and innovative technology that have saved clients thousands of hours while boosting their profit.”

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About PropTech Breakthrough
Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the PropTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in technologies, services, companies and products that empower remote work and distributed teams around the globe. The PropTech Breakthrough Awards program provides a forum for public recognition around the achievements of technology companies and solutions in categories including messaging & communication, project management, virtual events, team collaboration, virtual offices, collaborative design and more. For more information visit PropTechBreakthrough.com.

About Curbio
Curbio is the leading pay-at-closing contractor working with real estate agents to get homes ready for sale reliably and without hassle. Curbio has modernized home improvement with an easy-to-use mobile app and five-star project management team that streamlines project work and communication, while eliminating the delays and uncertainties that have made home improvement so frustrating, especially for agents and home sellers. Our turnkey approach and pay-when-you-sell model has made Curbio the most trusted contractor for real estate agents and brokerages nationwide, including eXp Realty, RE/MAX, HomeServices of America, Long & foster, and many more. Curbio operates in more than 60 real estate markets across the US. Contact: [email protected]

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Bryan Vaughn, PropTech Breakthrough Awards, 949.529.4120, [email protected]

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NYC area expert explains how LGIS – local government information services play a key role in meeting municipal agency challenges—in a new article from Messaging Architects

HOBOKEN, N.J., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Messaging Architects, an eMazzanti Technologies Company and information governance expert, explains LGIS – local government information services in a new article. The informative article first reviews some of the unique information challenges in municipal governments, including diverse and complex data sets, FOIA requests, data siloes, regulations, and resource shortages.

The author then relates how some municipalities leverage innovative information technology solutions to improve services, efficiency, and citizen engagement. He cites examples of successful efforts by an Arizona agency and the city of Henderson, Nevada to streamline customer services, make data more accessible and use scarce resources more efficiently. He concludes by listing several advantages of updating local government information services, including improved efficiency, enhanced communication, and increased transparency and accountability.

“By leveraging information technology in innovative ways, governments can improve services, drive productivity, and increase citizen engagement,” stated Greg Smith, Vice President of Services Delivery at Messaging Architects.

Below are a few excerpts from the article, “LGIS – Local Government Information Services Improve Services and Efficiency.”

Government Agencies Face Unique Information Challenges

“Because of the services they provide and the position they fill in society, municipalities face a particular set of challenges. In the first place, they deal with diverse and complex data sets, from public documents to health records and environmental data. Keeping sensitive data secure while ensuring that the right stakeholders can access it requires a delicate balancing act.”

“Governmental agencies must also comply with FOIA requests. And responding to such requests in a timely manner proves difficult without solid information governance. When information lives in multiple isolated repositories, it can be difficult to locate and access relevant data. These siloes also lead to data duplication and inaccuracy.”

Innovative Solutions

“The city of Henderson, Nevada embarked on a mission to make appropriate data available more widely. The city trained staff to use data to make their own jobs easier and allowed public stakeholders to work with it. This has resulted in 17 custom-built, public-facing applications that received 4,600 views in one month alone.”

“Other municipalities have successfully employed AI to automate processes, enhance services and generate insights. The city of Boston, for instance, uses AI to analyze 311 (non-emergency) requests and prioritize them based on urgency and impact.”

Information Governance and LGIS Experts

Implementing a solid information governance strategy will streamline processes and protect data now while setting the stage for the future. The municipal information governance consultants at Messaging Architects can provide critical expertise and guidance in this process.

Have you read?

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Data Governance in Municipalities: Driving Innovation and Public Trust

About Messaging Architects

Messaging Architects specializes in effectively managing and securing an organization’s most precious asset, its information. With over 20 years of information management and technology consulting experience, the Messaging Architects team has provided corporations, educational intuitions, health care facilities and nonprofits with methodologies, procedures, and technology to keep their data organized, compliant and secure.

About eMazzanti Technologies

eMazzanti’s team of trained, certified IT experts rapidly deliver increased revenue growth, data security and productivity for clients ranging from law firms to high-end global retailers, expertly providing advanced business cyber security, retail and payment technology, digital marketing services, AI, cloud and mobile solutions, multi-site implementations, 24×7 outsourced network management, remote monitoring, and support.

eMazzanti’s consistent growth landed them on the Inc. 5000 list 9X. Recognized as a 4X Microsoft Partner of the Year, the #1 ranked NYC area MSP, NJ Business of the Year, and 5X WatchGuard Partner of the Year, the company excels as a trusted outsourced IT partner! Contact: 1-866-362-9926, [email protected] or http://www.emazzanti.net Twitter: @emazzanti Facebook: Facebook.com/emazzantitechnologies.

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Kent D Sorensen, Messaging Architects, 4803345403, [email protected]

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VPC+ platform provides those running on-premise SAP environments the ability to leverage public clouds as DR sites and ensure continuous business operations in a cost-effective manner

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Wanclouds, a leading multi-cloud SaaS and managed service provider, today launched enhanced multi-cloud Disaster Recovery and Migrations as a Service Capabilities (DRaaS) for SAP Workloads as well as non-SAP VMware environments. For companies running SAP on VMware on-premise, or in the cloud, backing up or migrating SAP applications and HANA databases has been historically cumbersome and costly. Wanclouds’ VPC+ SaaS application reduces these costs and technical complexities to bring simplicity and speed to migrating and backing up SAP applications to public clouds or across clouds.

This new managed offering comes at a time when 75% of small enterprises don’t have disaster recovery plans in place. While using traditional methods and tools designed for disaster recovery leads to high costs and unnecessary delays, Wanclouds solves these business continuity issues by allowing users operating within SAP environments to discover and track all resources deployed in the cloud and create disaster recovery in minutes. Moreover, setting up an on-demand DR scenario helps users avoid the costs of building a live full replica of their primary production deployment.

Organizations running SAP and non-SAP applications on VMware can now utilize Wanclouds to backup workloads and HANA databases running anywhere on VMware to the cloud for on-demand restore in a desired cloud region. Those running SAP workloads on a public cloud can create cloud-to-cloud backups using VPC+ for on-demand restoration in the same or different areas. These workloads can be restored on demand in pre-defined regions in the cloud. Wanclouds supports IBM Cloud and AWS for SAP and other VMware disaster recovery and migration workflows. Other cloud support is coming soon, and assistance can be requested today using Wanclouds’ managed offerings.

“We’re excited to introduce a very simple, cost-effective, and comprehensive approach to disaster recovery for SAP workloads that turns migration and disaster recovery setup time into hours versus months,” said Faiz Khan, CEO of Wanclouds. “This managed service approach, which is automated with our SaaS delivery model, means businesses don’t need to understand complicated scripting languages or legacy disaster recovery tools to ensure continuous business operations.”

Enhanced capabilities designed for SAP workloads include:

• VPC+ Migrations as a Service for SAP and VMware environments: Wanclouds offers expert multi-cloud migration services for workloads, data, network functions, and databases, with a white-glove approach and a skilled team to guide users through every step.
• VPC+ Disaster Recovery as a Service for SAP and VMware environments: Wanclouds’ Disaster Recovery as a Service provides comprehensive backup of SAP and non-SAP workloads, Hana DB, and other data running on VMware on-premise or in the cloud, including Kubernetes configurations and data, security policies, reducing RTO and RPO timings and eliminating the need for multiple products and scripts.
• VPC+ Cloud Cost Optimization as a Service for SAP and VMware environments: As an added benefit, Wanclouds now offers Cloud Cost Optimization as a Service (COaaS) to help enterprises reduce wasteful spending and environmental impact, with potential savings of up to 50% for enterprises running a mix of test, pre-production, and production environments in the cloud.

For a detailed step-by-step walkthrough and demo on the enhanced capabilities for SAP environments, please visit the Wanclouds website or contact [email protected]

About Wanclouds

Wanclouds is a leading multi-cloud SaaS solution and managed service provider. It helps enterprises with cloud deployments, migrations, backups, and cost-efficient cloud infrastructure optimization. The company’s Cloud Cost Optimization as a Service (COaaS), Multi-Cloud Migration as a Service (MaaS), and Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) cloud offerings reduce the financial investment and remove the technical complexities that halt or delay businesses from migrating on-premise to the cloud, moving across clouds, or setting up backup and restore protection. Its SaaS-based automation suite VPC+ provides a single pane of glass for managing and protecting multi-cloud environments through a centralized cross-cloud solution. Wanclouds is an AWS, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud partner headquartered in Santa Clara, CA. For more information, visit: https://www.wanclouds.net/

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Cutting-edge report highlights key technology providers and the imperative of AI integration to combat evolving cyber threats.

Palo Alto, Calif., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Aragon Research, a leading technology-focused research and advisory firm, has unveiled its first Market Insights Guide for Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity, 2023. As the digital realm faces increasingly sophisticated threats, this comprehensive guide presents an in-depth analysis of the utilization of AI to bolster cybersecurity measures; Aragon analysts stress the importance of selecting AI-powered security solutions to safeguard an organization’s valuable data, systems, and assets.

With the cyber threat landscape constantly evolving, enterprises are recognizing the limitations of traditional signature-based tools. Hackers are harnessing the power of advanced AI technologies to orchestrate highly intricate attacks that necessitate equally advanced defense mechanisms. In response to this pressing need, numerous enterprise security software providers are seamlessly integrating AI and machine learning (ML) capabilities to enhance threat detection and mitigation.

The Aragon Research Market Insights Guide delves into the sphere of AI-driven cybersecurity, spotlighting 21 major technology providers that are spearheading innovation in this space. The list of companies assessed are:

Akamai, Anomali, Check Point, Cisco, CrowdStrike, CyberArk, Cynet, Darktrace, Deep Instinct, Fortinet, Google, IBM, Juniper Networks, Microsoft, Mimecast, Palo Alto Networks, Proofpoint, SentinelOne, Sophos, VMware Carbon Black, and Zscaler.

Enterprise security software is quickly evolving to address new and emerging threats in the digital landscape. No longer are simplistic signature matching tools sufficient to protect the enterprise as hackers are using increasingly powerful artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to create highly sophisticated methods of attack. To combat this, many of the current enterprise security software offerings are incorporating advanced AI and machine learning (ML) technologies to identify and remediate threats more effectively.

“Enterprises need to embrace providers that are incorporating AI technologies in their offerings,” says Jim Lundy, CEO and Founder of Aragon Research. “If your current cybersecurity technology stack doesn’t include AI, then your organization is at an ever-increasing risk of losing the battle to a successful AI-powered attack.”

AI acts as a pivotal technology multiplier, infusing cybersecurity solutions with enhanced intelligence and speed. The featured technology providers within the report recognize this critical paradigm shift and have proactively integrated AI and ML capabilities into their cybersecurity offerings, thus fortifying enterprises against increasingly intricate cyber threats.

The Aragon Research Market Insights Guide for Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity, 2023 presents a formidable resource for organizations seeking to navigate the ever-changing threat landscape. As the digital realm confronts relentless and sophisticated cyberattacks, Aragon’s newest Research Methodology empowers enterprises to make informed purchasing decisions in selecting AI-infused cybersecurity solutions.

About Aragon Research

Aragon Research delivers high-impact visual research, consulting, and advisory services to provide enterprises the insight they need to make better technology and strategy decisions. Aragon Research serves business and IT leaders and has a proven team of veteran analysts. For more information, visit https://www.aragonresearch.com/.

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ISA Investment, an international fintech firm leveraging AI technology, has emerged as a groundbreaking player in the trading industry by offering a diverse range of global trading products to meet modern traders’ evolving demands. Their visionary approach, advanced platform, and commitment to user satisfaction mark them as a dynamic force shaping the future of trading.

KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As financial landscapes evolve increasingly fast, the demand for trading platforms with the flexibility to adapt and the power to innovate has become more pressing than ever. Out of this budding demand rises a new promising contender, ISA Investment – an international, multi-asset fintech firm that leverages Artificial Intelligence technology and focuses on various financial instruments. More than just another player in the game, the broker challenges the status quo by offering a plethora of trading products on a global scale. Built to meet the kaleidoscopic demands of modern-day traders, ISA Investment is committed to fulfilling the diverse requirements of its users and carving a niche for itself in the competitive world of finance.

“Debuting our freshly envisioned service at ISA Investment marks our unwavering dedication to our clients, in an innovative and optimal manner,” stated Jonatan Zubrzycki, ISA Investment spokesperson. “The backbone of our platform’s strength resides in our expert team, which strives to augment the trading experience of our clients, recognizing that they are the foundation to us as a company. By integrating cutting-edge technology and tools that align with industry norms, we effectively bridge the divide between intricate market dynamics and our clients’ trading goals. Our mission with this launch is to cultivate a trading atmosphere that is seamless, versatile, and above all centered on our clients.”

An advanced trading solution
ISA Investment is a reliable broker integrating a well-designed trading platform, diverse trading choices, and various bonus offers. Its user-friendly interface, competitive pricing, and dedicated customer support are joined by an unwavering commitment to transparency.

“At ISA Investment, we extend a medley of financial assets and services, specifically designed to serve the multifaceted requirements of our esteemed clients,” added Zubrzycki. “To amplify the personalized trading journey of our clients, we also present a customized trading terminal equipped with high-tech tools and multiple account categories, each unique for diverse trading ambitions and financial goals. Moreover, we take utmost care in handling users’ capital and shield it via unparalleled security benchmarks and industry-standard protocols. Moving forward, we aim to shape a more dynamic and sophisticated trading environment, a pursuit that involves constantly advancing our service offerings. Our ultimate goal is to not just meet, but rather significantly exceed, the expectations of our valued customers. and we are set to deliver a uniquely enriching experience.”

About ISA Investment
ISA investment is an emerging brokerage platform enlisting hundreds of financial instruments and trading resources. The brand connects its clients with four major markets, namely currencies, commodities, stocks, and indices, via a high-technology trading platform. The broker also incorporates four trading account types as well as customized saving account options to ensure a holistic user experience. Moreover, the company supports swift execution speeds, several bonus offers, robust security features, and multiple payment methods to enact a reliable trading forum. All in all, ISA Investment effectively integrates top-tier tools and resources, thereby establishing and sustaining a premium trading domain.

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The SBB Research Group Foundation has named Vivian Chen a STEM Scholarship recipient.

CHICAGO, Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The SBB Research Group Foundation named Vivian Chen a recipient of its STEM scholarship. The $2,500 award empowers students to create value for society by pursuing higher learning through interdisciplinary combinations of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Vivian Chen is a first-year Northwestern University student, studying Computer Science. Chen is a recipient of the Chicago Engineers Foundation Incentive Award and has been named an Amazon Future Engineer. She has a summer 2023 internship at Amazon.

“Vivian is the kind of student we want to support with our scholarship. She has enormous promise as an engineer,” said Matt Aven, co-founder and board member of the SBB Research Group Foundation.

For eligibility criteria and more information on the Foundation’s STEM scholarship, please visit http://www.sbbscholarship.org.

About the SBB Research Group Foundation
The SBB Research Group Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that furthers the philanthropic mission of SBB Research Group LLC (SBBRG), a Chicago-based investment management firm led by Sam Barnett, Ph.D., and Matt Aven. The Foundation sponsors the SBB Research Group Foundation STEM Scholarship, supporting students pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) degrees. In addition to its scholarship program, the Foundation provides grants to support ambitious organizations solving unmet needs with thoughtful, long-term strategies.

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Erin Noonan, SBB Research Group Foundation, 1-847-656-1111, [email protected]

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Drivers in Peoria who want to buy original Mercedes-Benz vehicle parts and accessories can order them at the Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead dealership.

PEORIA, Ariz., Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead proudly announces the availability of authentic Mercedes-Benz Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and accessories, offering customers an unparalleled opportunity to enhance their driving experience with precision-engineered components. This latest addition to the dealership’s offerings reinforces its commitment to delivering excellence and maintaining the utmost quality standards that Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts deserve.

As a trusted destination for luxury vehicles, Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead is delighted to extend its services to include a comprehensive selection of genuine OEM parts and accessories. Customers can now access a wide array of meticulously crafted components designed to integrate with their beloved Mercedes-Benz vehicles seamlessly.

Two key benefits distinguish genuine Mercedes-Benz OEM parts and accessories from aftermarket alternatives—uncompromised quality and preservation of resale value. Authentic OEM parts are manufactured to the exact specifications and standards of Mercedes-Benz. This ensures a precise fit and optimal performance, as these components are crafted to mirror the quality of the original parts used in manufacturing. Customers can enjoy peace of mind knowing that every vehicle part is designed to deliver high levels of excellence and reliability.

Using genuine OEM parts and accessories helps preserve the resale value of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle. When owners maintain their cars with authentic components, it contributes to their longevity, performance and aesthetics.

Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead invites Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts to visit their dealership and explore the extensive range of authentic OEM parts and accessories available, further enhancing the ownership experience and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Customers can access the arrowheadmb.com website to learn about the latest Mercedes-Benz models, new deals and top-notch services available at the dealership. For detailed information on the front-end alignment services, they can meet the dealership team at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead, 9260 W Bell Road, Peoria, AZ 85382 or call them at 623-207-1061.

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Matt McDermott, Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead, 480-213-1265, mattm@mbscottsdale.com

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