Author: Brian Johnson

MALMO, SWEDEN–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – Chainformation, a leading provider of franchise software and franchise intranets, today announced that ABC-Ställningar, a Scandinavian Scaffolding Services Company, has implemented the CCM franchise software platform. A case study of the software implementation can be found here. ABC-Ställningar, which is rapidly expanding and servicing companies such as Skanska and PEAB, will use the CCM platform to provide franchisees with: Faster, role-based communication Real-time access to operations manuals Franchisee Training “We sought to partner with someone that had technical expertise and also a deep understanding of the franchise industry. When we learnt about Chainformation…

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SCOTTSDALE, AZ–(Marketwired – January 27, 2014) – There has always been a silent workforce in America — our kids. Completing home chores for an allowance has been handed down from generation to generation, and our kids (the silent workforce) have learned about work ethic, responsibility and accountability by being able to complete assigned jobs. Leading the way to help kids achieve success is MyJobChart.com, which today announced that its membership of nearly 600,000 has earned close to $2.5 million by completing over 20 million jobs. Already the fastest growing online job chart and reward system for families, MyJobChart.com has seen…

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TULSA, OK–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – MacroSolve, Inc. (OTCQB: MCVE) (“MacroSolve” or the “Company”), a leading provider of mobile technology intellectual property and app venture mentorship, announces it has issued a letter to shareholders. Shareholders and prospective investors may view the letter in full on the Investors Page of the Company’s website at www.macrosolve.com/investors. The letter provides updates on significant developments at the Company, including: The strategy of MacroSolve to continue patent enforcement litigation while providing patent and advisory services to highly-selective candidate companies; An update on litigation proceedings, including the Markman hearing that was held in September 2013. On January 21,…

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REDWOOD SHORES, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – AutoGrid Systems, a leader in Big Data analytics and cloud computing solutions for the energy industry, announced today that it has raised $12.75 million in a Series C financing led by a consortium of strategic investors to expand its operations and bring its breakthrough Big Data analytics and predictive control technology to energy companies, utilities, and electricity users worldwide. The consortium includes the large European utility E.ON as well as existing investors Foundation Capital and Voyager Capital, among others. The new round of funding will support AutoGrid’s rapid customer growth for its…

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WASHINGTON, DC–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – Anybill, Inc., a pioneer in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) accounts payable solutions, today announced that, based on examinations conducted in 2013 by the Institute of Finance and Management (IOFM) and The Accounts Payable Network (TAPN), the organization’s Tax and Accounts Payable Specialists were recognized as holding Platinum Departmental Certification. IOFM/TAPN developed certification programs in 2003 in response to emerging economic, legislative and technological developments affecting the Accounts Payable (AP) function. The program requires candidates to complete a rigorous examination toward either Accounts Payable Manager (APM) or Accounts Payable Specialist (APS) certification. To earn Accredited Payables…

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MILAN, ITALY–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – Stand E73, Cisco Live — Opengear (www.opengear.com), a leading provider of critical infrastructure management solutions through advanced console servers, remote management, monitoring, and cellular out-of-band products, today announced a new version of its Lighthouse central management appliance that automates the process of locating and establishing console connections on enterprise-scale management networks, while maintaining central authentication and audit capabilities. “When there’s a network fault, re-establishing access can mean looking up spreadsheets and network diagrams to see which management ports are connected where — not ideal when the downtime clock is ticking,” explains Robert Waldie,…

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RESTON, VA–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – IPsmarx Technology, Inc. announced today that TMC, a global, integrated media company, has named the IPsmarx Class 5 Softswitch with Breeze Mobile Application as a recipient of a 2014 INTERNET TELEPHONY Product of the Year Award. The Mobile VoIP Application Breeze enables ITSPs to deliver in-demand mobile VoIP services to their clients via a user-friendly, custom-branded softphone that is available on a multitude of mobile devices and operating systems including Android, BlackBerry 10, Windows 8 Phone and iOS phones and tablets. With advanced features like instant messaging and presence in addition to the…

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SINGAPORE–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – Konica Minolta was named Buyers Laboratory LLC (BLI)’s A3 Multi-Function Peripheral (MFP) Line of the Year for the fourth straight year, the first time in the decades-long history of BLI’s awards that a manufacturer has won the award for a fourth consecutive year. BLI, the leading provider of intelligence on document imaging products and solutions, has been putting products to the test for more than 50 years. Line of the Year, the most coveted honour bestowed by BLI, is awarded once a year to the vendors whose products are determined to be the best…

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SAN DIEGO, CA and TAIPEI, TAIWAN–(Marketwired – Jan 27, 2014) – Grid2Home, developer of Smart Energy Profile 2 (SEP2), now published as IEEE2030.5, today announced that they are demonstrating SEP2 on the Tatung Gateway One, based upon STMicroelectronics STreamPlug at Booth 3817 at Distributech during January 28-30, 2014. Grid2Home will demonstrate Smart Energy control securely from a remote cloud-based server to a Home Gateway, several Smart Grid-enabled devices including an electric-vehicle charging station, electric-vehicle emulator, sub-meter, gas meter, thermostat and a customer in-home display. “We are very excited to be working with Tatung and their Gateway One product,” stated Mike…

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MIAMI, FL–(Marketwired – Jan 26, 2014) – Sean’s Outpost (http://seansoutpost.com/), a homeless outreach center in Pensacola, Fla., and KryptoKit (http://www.kryptokit.com/), the easiest and fastest way to handle Bitcoin transactions, today announced the beginning of the Bitcoin Across America (http://bitcoinacrossamerica.com), an “ultra-marathon” to raise funds and awareness to combat homelessness and hunger in the United States. The announcement came at the close of the first North American Bitcoin Conference in Miami, Jan. 24 through 26. Jason King, the founder of Sean’s Outpost, will be running from Miami across the country to San Francisco. While he is on the road, KryptoKit, an…

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HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL–(Marketwired – Jan 25, 2014) – ADP Dealer Services, Inc. a division of ADP® and a leading global technology solutions partner dedicated to helping dealerships drive measurable results across every area of their operation, announced today an enterprise license agreement with Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) for the ADP ServiceEdge solution. Ford will rebrand the ADP solution for Ford and Lincoln dealers as Ford & Lincoln SMART Technology powered by ADP. These applications were designed specifically with the customer experience in mind. “Ford and ADP have recognized that we’re reaching a new era in the service department where…

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EDMONTON, ALBERTA–(Marketwired – Jan. 24, 2014) – Serenic Corporation (the “Company” or “Serenic”) (TSX VENTURE:SER), an international software developer specializing in integrated financial management and human capital management (“HCM”) solutions for Non-Profit organizations, government agencies and Microsoft Dynamics NAV users, announces its financial results for the three and nine months ended November 30, 2013. Financial results are summarized as follows: Three months ended November 30 Nine months ended November 30 2013 2012 Increase/ (Decrease) 2013 2012 Increase/ (Decrease) $ $ % $ $ % Revenue 2,914,908 2,410,529 20.9 8,474,365 8,166,610 3.8 Net loss (384,153) (191,186) 100.9 (889,977) (536,526) 65.9 Basic…

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DALLAS, TX–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – Gizmoquip, a mobile app development company in Dallas, is offering Justin Bieber’s mom, Pattie Mallette, all the premium features of its flagship app, SMS Tracker, which allows parents to remotely monitor their children’s text and MMS messages, call logs, Internet browsing history, GPS location, among many other Android smartphone functions. Additionally, the company will supply Mallette with two Android devices for her and her son to use since SMS Tracker is only available on Android. Mallette can email support@gizmoquip.com if she is interested in the company’s offer. There are two versions of SMS…

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WILSONVILLE, OR–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) today announced that William A. Sundermeier, President of the Company’s Government Systems Division, has resigned to pursue other personal and business opportunities. Thomas A. Surran, most recently President of the Company’s Commercial Systems Division, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, and will assume responsibility for FLIR’s global commercial and government operations. Mr. Sundermeier has agreed to assist the Company with the transition of his responsibilities through the end of February. “I want to thank Bill for his tremendous contributions to FLIR,” commented Andy Teich, FLIR’s Chief Executive Officer. “He…

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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Marketwired – Jan. 24, 2014) – Moimstone Corporation (“Moimstone”) (TSX VENTURE:MSE) today announced the signing of a distribution agreement for a new Android™-based handset for the enterprise market with NEC Corporation of America (“NEC”), a leading provider and integrator of advanced IT, communications, managed services and biometric solutions. Under the agreement, Moimstone will develop a new Android handset platform for NEC. The product is scheduled to release in the fall 2014. “NEC is extremely pleased with our new relationship with Moimstone, which is known for its best-in-class voice over IP (“VoIP”) technology,” said Ram Menghani, vice president, Unified…

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MONTREAL, QUÉBEC–(Marketwired – Jan. 24, 2014) – SENSIO Technologies Inc. (“SENSIO” or “the Company”) (TSX VENTURE:SIO)(OTC:SNIOF), announced today the new composition of its Board of directors, following its annual meeting which took place earlier today in Montreal. The Board of directors elected today comprises the following new members: Mr. Georges Karam – Chairman of the Board Mr. Yann Paquet – Board director and member of the Audit committee Mr. Mathieu Péloquin – Board director and member of the Audit committee Additionally, two members of the outgoing Board of directors are renewing their tenure: Mr. Yvan Goineau – Board director and…

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CHICAGO, IL–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – Olenick & Associates announces our newest practice — Big Data. It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome Joan Macijunas, Associate, to the Olenick family. Joan has an extensive background in the Oracle arena with a concentration in successfully identifying and resolving performance issues. It was a natural evolution for her career to integrate Big Data and Hadoop Technology. As a Hadoop Solutions Architect she works with clients to understand and configure a Hadoop Ecosystem, design use cases, develop and train Big Data Teams, and ensure an unprecedented competitive advantage from this compelling technology. “Ms. Macijunas…

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EL SEGUNDO, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – Stamps.com® (NASDAQ: STMP), the leading provider of USPS postage online and shipping software to approximately 500,000 customers, today released the 2014 USPS Postage Rate Increase Guide. The free guide lists the new USPS postage rates that go into effect on Sunday, January 26, 2014, along with detailing new USPS products and services that are being introduced for this year. In addition to providing in-depth descriptions of the USPS rate changes, the 2014 USPS Postage Rate Increase Guide also compares the new rates against those applicable last year, allowing small business owners to…

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MIAMI, FL–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – North AMERICAN BITCOIN CONFERENCE – Developers of the Master Protocol and Mastercoin (www.mastercoin.org), a programmable money layer on the Bitcoin blockchain created by J.R. Willett, today announced that Willett will be joining the Mastercoin Foundation (www.mastercoinfoundation.org) as its full-time architect. The foundation exists to help build a distributed exchange and facilitate smart property transactions for Bitcoin powered by the Master Protocol. As chief architect, Willett will be responsible for fortifying Master Protocol’s technical roadmap and keeping the protocol technically sound. “I can promise that I will dedicate my entire professional energy to making…

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SUNNYVALE, CA–(Marketwired – Jan 24, 2014) – GSI Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: GSIT) will release financial results for its fiscal 2014 third quarter at the market close on Thursday, January 30, 2014. Management will also conduct a conference call to review the Company’s financial results. Any investor or interested individual can listen to the teleconference, which is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. Pacific (4:30 p.m. Eastern) on January 30, 2014. To participate in the teleconference, please call toll-free 888-510-1786 approximately 10 minutes prior to the above start time and provide Conference ID 3587112. You may also listen to the teleconference…

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