Press release from Business Wire India
Source: SITA
Friday, March 30, 2012 05:04 PM IST (11:34 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Travel & tourism; Business: Business services, Information technology, Travel & tourism; Technology
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India Preparing to Become World's Third Largest Aviation Market
New CAPA-SITA report highlights technology and innovation as catalysts to growth in the industry
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- A new report published today by CAPA - Centre for Aviation and air transport IT specialist SITA forecasts that India will become the world's third largest aviation market by 2020 and examines whether the country has the right investment, infrastructure and regulatory system to enable this growth. Technology and innovative practices will play a key role in meeting the challenge of growth but the report finds that IT is not always considered a tool of strategic importance.
The joint CAPA-SITA Report on Innovation and Technology: Opportunities for Transformation in Indian Aviation builds on a previous report produced in 2010. It provides an update on the IT landscape in India's air transport industry, and also highlights some of the challenges in deploying innovative technology across the industry. The report incorporates the perspectives of the key stakeholders in the industry and makes some predictions for the future.
Indian aviation has changed hugely since 2000 when just one carrier flew overseas - today there are seven; passenger traffic has increased from 42 million to 150 million; and the country's fleet has grown from 119 aircraft to 437. The low cost sector has grown massively and now represents 70 percent of the market. The CAPA-SITA report predicts that by 2020, 452 million passengers will fly each year and there will be 1,030 aircraft in the fleet. This will make India the world's third largest aviation market.
Indian aviation has seen financial turbulence in recent years, but investment is vital if the industry is to meet the challenges of growth. Total investment in the Indian air transport industry since 2000 is estimated at US$27 billion and is expected to reach US$120 billion by 2020, of which US$80 billion will be spent on new aircraft. To meet the demands of air transport in 2020, up to US$2 billion will need to be spent on air traffic control and more than US$1.5 billion on upgrading security. According to the report, airline IT spend as a percentage of revenue ranges from one to three percent with 70 percent of those surveyed expecting their IT spend to increase. The key drivers for investment are operational efficiency; enhancing the customer experience; and cost reductions. Mobility is a key focus with 90 percent of respondents expecting to increase investment in this area.
Dr. Nasim Zaidi, Secretary Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, said: "The huge growth in air traffic presents a number of challenges. To address these, investment in infrastructure and skills will be needed. Perhaps even more importantly, technological innovation will be required to bring efficiency and speed to the sector. The initiative by SITA and CAPA to prepare this report on the state of technology adoption and innovation in Indian aviation today, and the outlook for the future is appreciated and will be helpful for the Indian air transport Industry. "
Maneesh Jaikrishna, Country Director - India and Subcontinent SITA, said: "India is poised to emerge as the world's third largest aviation market by 2020. This level of growth is inevitably accompanied by significant challenges and innovation will play an important part in addressing these to support the growing demands of India's aviation. SITA has been a catalyst for innovation in the Indian air transport community for over 60 years. We have been instrumental in bringing new technology to India and today, we are involved in all aspects of air transport in the country. We are once again proud to be working with CAPA to produce this valuable report on the state of the industry. As the world's leading specialist in air transport communications and IT solutions, we look forward to continuing to work with the Indian aviation community and the Government to drive innovation during this exciting period of transformation and change."
Since the 2010 report, deployment of technology has been slow due to financial constraints but there has been increased deployment of key IT solutions including websites for sales; implementation of Common Use Terminal Equipment (CUTE) in airports; Common Use Self Service (CUSS); baggage reconciliation systems; flight information display systems; and others. Over the next few years the report forecasts an increase in mobility solutions including mobile check-in; biometric identification systems; increasing use of the Cloud and social media applications amongst other developments.
Kapil Kaul, CEO CAPA India, said: "Technology today has the potential to become far more pervasive and to transform the operations of airlines, airports, service providers and border control. The aviation industry can leverage technology not only to deliver functionality and cost efficiencies, but to drive enhanced passenger experiences, new commercial revenue streams and improved security. In this report we set out to understand whether India's aviation industry is positioned to grasp these opportunities, and to present a roadmap for the future."
Notes to Editors:
About SITA
SITA is the world's leading specialist in air transport communications and IT solutions. SITA delivers and manages business solutions for airline, airport, GDS, government and other customers over the world's most extensive network, which forms the communications backbone of the global air transport industry.
SITA's portfolio includes managed global communications, infrastructure and outsourcing services, as well as services for airline commercial management and passenger operations, flight operations, aircraft operations and air-to-ground communications, airport management and operations, baggage operations, transportation security and border management, cargo operations and more.
With a customer service team of over 2,000 staff around the world, SITA invests significantly in achieving best-in-class customer service, providing integrated local and global support for both its communications and IT application services.
SITA has two main subsidiaries: OnAir, which is the leading provider of in-flight connectivity, and CHAMP Cargosystems, the world's only IT company dedicated solely to air cargo. SITA also operates two joint ventures providing services to the air transport community: Aviareto for aircraft asset management and CertiPath for secure electronic identity management.
SITA is one of the world's most international companies. Its global reach is based on local presence, with services for over 500 air transport industry members and 2,700 customers in over 200 countries and territories. Set up in 1949 with 11 member airlines, SITA today employs people of more than 140 nationalities, speaking over 70 different languages. SITA had consolidated revenues of US$1.46 billion (?1.10 billion) in 2010.
For further information go to www.sita.aero
About CAPA India
CAPA India, launched eight years ago, is the region's largest aviation consulting, research and knowledge practice. CAPA India has completed more than 50 consulting and 30 research projects for over 30 Indian and global clients. CAPA India is part of CAPA - Centre for Aviation, the industry's largest aviation knowledge firm. CAPA - Centre for Aviation has released over 9,000 reports across the value chain and has the most comprehensive global aviation research, market analysis, data and information services.
For further information, go to www.capaindia.com and www.centreforaviation.com
CONTACT DETAILS
Quentin Browell, Director Corporate Communications, SITA, +41 22 747 6220, Quentin.browell@sita.aero
Vishwendra Verma, Regional Marketing Manager - India, SITA, +91 (124) 4193930/ +91 9650017018, vishwendra.verma@sita.aero
Charlie Pryor, Director, Leidar, +44 20 7031 8270, charlie.pryor@leidar.com
Garima Misra, Senior Consultant, Ogilvy PR, +91 (124) 4744654/ +91 9910106993, garima.misra@ogilvy.com
Paramprit Singh Bakshi, Manager, CAPA India, +91 (11) 23414443, psbakshi@centreforaviation.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, TOURISM, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TRAVEL, TECHNOLOGY
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Friday, March 30, 2012
BWI: Getit Enables Seamless Presence for SME’s Across Web, Mobile and Social Media
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: GETIT
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:52 PM IST (09:22 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Getit Enables Seamless Presence for SME's Across Web, Mobile and Social Media
The new platform powers SMEs' across Internet, Mobile and Social Media that will help them acquire new business generate brand recall and drive social interaction
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd. the leader in directional search and pioneer of Yellow Pages in India will now enable SME customers to have presence across Internet, Mobile and Social Media. These new integrated offerings will ensure SMEs have presence across these medium from one common platform. This means an SME doesn't have to invest additional time and money in duplicating content, products and services on each platform.
Considering the next wave of internet users coming from mobile and social media, it is essential that each business has adequate presence on these platforms to drive traffic and generate interaction with its existing and new customers. With this Getit becomes the first company in India to provide web, mobile and social media presence through a single platform.
This platform provides a range of solutions to SMEs including DIY (Do-It-Yourself), DIFM (Do-It-For-Me) and its game-changing ASC (Automatic Site Creation) tools which is easy to deploy and manage. The other powerful features of this platform are lead generation, customer feedback, email and mobile marketing, social media interaction, etc. With growing mobile and social media traffic this solution becomes appropriate for SMEs. To facilitate the above, Getit is partnering with one of the leading technology partners from Israel, WebsPlanet.
Commenting on the launch, Sidharth Gupta, CEO, GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd. said,
"With over 100 million web users in India, media is changing drastically and so are the tools. Hence, it has become pivotal for businesses to have a holistic online presence. We at GETIT thought of coming up with a self-help tool which will enable businesses to establish multiple media presence with minimum hassle. Our integration with the best solution providers will widen our outreach as well"
GETIT will help in facilitating Online Presence for SMEs in India. Their services will help them consolidate their services and provide long-term service plans for SMEs as they grow.
About GETIT Infoservices (P) Limited
GETIT Infoservices (P) Ltd is a pioneer in Local Search and Yellow Pages and free-classifieds in India. GETIT focuses on bringing buyers and sellers together through information products and services. To users it offers high quality local search and classified services that can be accessed through any media - online, voice, mobile & print. Equally it helps local businesses and SMEs grow by bringing them quality customers and enquiries.
More information is available on www.GETITgroup.in
CONTACT DETAILS
Rumjhum Gupta, 20:20 MSL, +91 9871749492
Saurabh Gupta, 20:20 MSL, + 91 9818075578
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: GETIT
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:52 PM IST (09:22 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Getit Enables Seamless Presence for SME's Across Web, Mobile and Social Media
The new platform powers SMEs' across Internet, Mobile and Social Media that will help them acquire new business generate brand recall and drive social interaction
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd. the leader in directional search and pioneer of Yellow Pages in India will now enable SME customers to have presence across Internet, Mobile and Social Media. These new integrated offerings will ensure SMEs have presence across these medium from one common platform. This means an SME doesn't have to invest additional time and money in duplicating content, products and services on each platform.
Considering the next wave of internet users coming from mobile and social media, it is essential that each business has adequate presence on these platforms to drive traffic and generate interaction with its existing and new customers. With this Getit becomes the first company in India to provide web, mobile and social media presence through a single platform.
This platform provides a range of solutions to SMEs including DIY (Do-It-Yourself), DIFM (Do-It-For-Me) and its game-changing ASC (Automatic Site Creation) tools which is easy to deploy and manage. The other powerful features of this platform are lead generation, customer feedback, email and mobile marketing, social media interaction, etc. With growing mobile and social media traffic this solution becomes appropriate for SMEs. To facilitate the above, Getit is partnering with one of the leading technology partners from Israel, WebsPlanet.
Commenting on the launch, Sidharth Gupta, CEO, GETIT Infoservices Pvt. Ltd. said,
"With over 100 million web users in India, media is changing drastically and so are the tools. Hence, it has become pivotal for businesses to have a holistic online presence. We at GETIT thought of coming up with a self-help tool which will enable businesses to establish multiple media presence with minimum hassle. Our integration with the best solution providers will widen our outreach as well"
GETIT will help in facilitating Online Presence for SMEs in India. Their services will help them consolidate their services and provide long-term service plans for SMEs as they grow.
About GETIT Infoservices (P) Limited
GETIT Infoservices (P) Ltd is a pioneer in Local Search and Yellow Pages and free-classifieds in India. GETIT focuses on bringing buyers and sellers together through information products and services. To users it offers high quality local search and classified services that can be accessed through any media - online, voice, mobile & print. Equally it helps local businesses and SMEs grow by bringing them quality customers and enquiries.
More information is available on www.GETITgroup.in
CONTACT DETAILS
Rumjhum Gupta, 20:20 MSL, +91 9871749492
Saurabh Gupta, 20:20 MSL, + 91 9818075578
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Banyan Tree Infomedia
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:47 PM IST (09:17 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- One of India's fastest growing e-media companies, Banyan Tree Infomedia, has announced the launch of yet another website. The site is called Coupons109.com and is aimed at making everyone's experience on the internet, that much better. Coupons109.com is the latest addition to the 109 series of websites that started with Local109.in. When asked about the 109 bit, the company spokesperson explained that radio frequencies in India end at 108 so naming the sites 109 symbolizes that every 109 site tries to go beyond every other site in the same field.
Coupons109, as the name suggests, deals with providing its visitors with discount coupons from a variety of brands and organizations that include brands like Bagit, Ebay, Pizzahut, Fastrack, HDFC Bank and many more. The first thing that the users will notice, when visiting the site, is the simplicity of the design and the ease with which one can navigate the site.
The site also boasts of a very detailed categorization that makes it possible for users to find what they are looking for, without having to wander around the site too much. This in addition to the variety of coupons and discount codes available on the site, itself ensures that visitors get what they came looking for.
To add to the all the goodies Coupons109.com also ensures that you don't miss any of the new discounts being offered by allowing you to create alerts that you can receive in your email. Another assurance the website provides is that all the coupons that are submitted on the site are verified prior to publication so as to avoid providing users with invalid coupons. Overall the sites aim is to be a one stop coupon shop for all its users and give them an interface that is easy to navigate.
CONTACT DETAILS
Siddharth Ambroise, Banyan Tree Infomedia, +91 (80) 42495333, siddharth@banyantreeinfomedia.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Banyan Tree Infomedia
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:47 PM IST (09:17 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- One of India's fastest growing e-media companies, Banyan Tree Infomedia, has announced the launch of yet another website. The site is called Coupons109.com and is aimed at making everyone's experience on the internet, that much better. Coupons109.com is the latest addition to the 109 series of websites that started with Local109.in. When asked about the 109 bit, the company spokesperson explained that radio frequencies in India end at 108 so naming the sites 109 symbolizes that every 109 site tries to go beyond every other site in the same field.
Coupons109, as the name suggests, deals with providing its visitors with discount coupons from a variety of brands and organizations that include brands like Bagit, Ebay, Pizzahut, Fastrack, HDFC Bank and many more. The first thing that the users will notice, when visiting the site, is the simplicity of the design and the ease with which one can navigate the site.
The site also boasts of a very detailed categorization that makes it possible for users to find what they are looking for, without having to wander around the site too much. This in addition to the variety of coupons and discount codes available on the site, itself ensures that visitors get what they came looking for.
To add to the all the goodies Coupons109.com also ensures that you don't miss any of the new discounts being offered by allowing you to create alerts that you can receive in your email. Another assurance the website provides is that all the coupons that are submitted on the site are verified prior to publication so as to avoid providing users with invalid coupons. Overall the sites aim is to be a one stop coupon shop for all its users and give them an interface that is easy to navigate.
CONTACT DETAILS
Siddharth Ambroise, Banyan Tree Infomedia, +91 (80) 42495333, siddharth@banyantreeinfomedia.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: WNS in CISO Power List 2012
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: WNS
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:00 PM IST (08:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, WNS; Business: Business services, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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WNS in CISO Power List 2012
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), a leading provider of global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services, announced that the company and its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Arup Chatterjee, were named one of the top fifteen companies in the 2012 CISO Power List. The CISO Power List, released by SearchSecurity.IN, a part of the TechTarget India Network, recognizes companies for demonstrating best-in-class performance in their information security and technology practices. This prestigious award acknowledges WNS's efforts in creating a robust security structure to protect the critical assets of the company and its clients, including mission-critical systems and highly sensitive information.
"Today, the CISO plays a critical leadership role in managing and ensuring the security of information through tactical and strategic planning and implementation of the required safeguards. The CISO's organization is recognized as a business partner and enabler rather than a cost center, especially in a BPO environment like ours," said Keshav Murugesh, Group CEO, WNS. "We have made every effort, including the creation of a strong internal Risk Management and Audit team to ensure that we live up to the confidence our clients have placed in us."
The CISO Power List recognizes the criticality of the information security function in today's enterprises. The "Top 15" CISO list was determined based on several key organizational security criteria including documentation, enforcement, reporting structure, compliance, certification management, technical controls and innovation.
About WNS
WNS (Holdings) Limited, is a leading Global Business Process Outsourcing Company (BPO). WNS offers business value by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals including Insurance, Travel and Leisure, Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Products and Telecom, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Utilities, and Shipping and Logistics industries. WNS delivers an entire spectrum of BPO services such as customer care, finance and accounting, legal services, procurement, research and analytics, technology services and industry specific back office and front office processes. WNS has over 22,500 professionals across 25 delivery centers worldwide including Costa Rica, India, Romania, Sri Lanka, The Philippines, The United Kingdom, The United States, as well as a subcontractor's delivery center in South Africa.
Safe Harbor Statement under the provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This document includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied are discussed in our most recent Form 20-F and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. WNS undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sumi Gupta, Public Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +91 (22) 40952263, sumi.gupta@wns.com: pr@wns.com
David Mackey, Investor Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +1 248 630 5197, ir@wns.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, WNS, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: WNS
Friday, March 30, 2012 02:00 PM IST (08:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, WNS; Business: Business services, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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WNS in CISO Power List 2012
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), a leading provider of global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services, announced that the company and its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Arup Chatterjee, were named one of the top fifteen companies in the 2012 CISO Power List. The CISO Power List, released by SearchSecurity.IN, a part of the TechTarget India Network, recognizes companies for demonstrating best-in-class performance in their information security and technology practices. This prestigious award acknowledges WNS's efforts in creating a robust security structure to protect the critical assets of the company and its clients, including mission-critical systems and highly sensitive information.
"Today, the CISO plays a critical leadership role in managing and ensuring the security of information through tactical and strategic planning and implementation of the required safeguards. The CISO's organization is recognized as a business partner and enabler rather than a cost center, especially in a BPO environment like ours," said Keshav Murugesh, Group CEO, WNS. "We have made every effort, including the creation of a strong internal Risk Management and Audit team to ensure that we live up to the confidence our clients have placed in us."
The CISO Power List recognizes the criticality of the information security function in today's enterprises. The "Top 15" CISO list was determined based on several key organizational security criteria including documentation, enforcement, reporting structure, compliance, certification management, technical controls and innovation.
About WNS
WNS (Holdings) Limited, is a leading Global Business Process Outsourcing Company (BPO). WNS offers business value by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals including Insurance, Travel and Leisure, Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Products and Telecom, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Utilities, and Shipping and Logistics industries. WNS delivers an entire spectrum of BPO services such as customer care, finance and accounting, legal services, procurement, research and analytics, technology services and industry specific back office and front office processes. WNS has over 22,500 professionals across 25 delivery centers worldwide including Costa Rica, India, Romania, Sri Lanka, The Philippines, The United Kingdom, The United States, as well as a subcontractor's delivery center in South Africa.
Safe Harbor Statement under the provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This document includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied are discussed in our most recent Form 20-F and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. WNS undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sumi Gupta, Public Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +91 (22) 40952263, sumi.gupta@wns.com: pr@wns.com
David Mackey, Investor Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +1 248 630 5197, ir@wns.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, WNS, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: MoU between Nalco Water India Limited & Engineers India Limited
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Nalco
Friday, March 30, 2012 01:47 PM IST (08:17 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy, Environment; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Construction, Energy companies, Major diversified industrial groups, Mining companies, Water
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MoU between Nalco Water India Limited & Engineers India Limited
Pune, Maharashtra, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Engineers India Limited (EIL) and Nalco Water India Limited (NWIL), a subsidiary of Nalco, an Ecolab Company have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to synergize and integrate the product and service offerings of the two companies. Both companies share a common network of clients.
The MoU permits EIL to integrate Nalco's know-how to its strong portfolio, and provides Nalco an extensive opportunity with Indian clients and an enhanced channel to deploy its technologies.
Nalco Water India Limited is a water treatment and process improvement company, delivering significant environmental, social and economic performance benefits to its customers.
EIL is a Total Solutions Consultancy Company & EPC Contractor in the fields of Petroleum Refining, Petrochemicals, Pipelines, Oil & Gas, Terminal & Storages, Mining & Metallurgy, & Infrastructure projects. The company is diversifying into newer areas such as Power-Nuclear, Solar & Thermal, Water & Solid Waste Management, City Gas Distribution, Fertilizer and Coal to Liquid.
Left to right: MoU being signed by Mr. G.D Goyal, Director (Commercial), Engineers India Ltd. and Mr. Alok Bhadra, Managing Director, Nalco Water India Ltd. Being looked upon by Mr. A.K Purwaha, Chairman, Engineers India Ltd. And Mr. Douglas M Baker Jr., Chairman and CEO, Ecolab.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Abhishek Bhardwaj, Nalco Water India Ltd., +91 9561422444, abhardway@Nalco.com
Juhi Hingoran, 20:20 MSL, +91 9503003331, juhi.hingorani@2020msl.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, ENVIRONMENT, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, ENERGY, GROUPS, MINING, WATER
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Source: Nalco
Friday, March 30, 2012 01:47 PM IST (08:17 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy, Environment; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Construction, Energy companies, Major diversified industrial groups, Mining companies, Water
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MoU between Nalco Water India Limited & Engineers India Limited
Pune, Maharashtra, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Engineers India Limited (EIL) and Nalco Water India Limited (NWIL), a subsidiary of Nalco, an Ecolab Company have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to synergize and integrate the product and service offerings of the two companies. Both companies share a common network of clients.
The MoU permits EIL to integrate Nalco's know-how to its strong portfolio, and provides Nalco an extensive opportunity with Indian clients and an enhanced channel to deploy its technologies.
Nalco Water India Limited is a water treatment and process improvement company, delivering significant environmental, social and economic performance benefits to its customers.
EIL is a Total Solutions Consultancy Company & EPC Contractor in the fields of Petroleum Refining, Petrochemicals, Pipelines, Oil & Gas, Terminal & Storages, Mining & Metallurgy, & Infrastructure projects. The company is diversifying into newer areas such as Power-Nuclear, Solar & Thermal, Water & Solid Waste Management, City Gas Distribution, Fertilizer and Coal to Liquid.
Left to right: MoU being signed by Mr. G.D Goyal, Director (Commercial), Engineers India Ltd. and Mr. Alok Bhadra, Managing Director, Nalco Water India Ltd. Being looked upon by Mr. A.K Purwaha, Chairman, Engineers India Ltd. And Mr. Douglas M Baker Jr., Chairman and CEO, Ecolab.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Abhishek Bhardwaj, Nalco Water India Ltd., +91 9561422444, abhardway@Nalco.com
Juhi Hingoran, 20:20 MSL, +91 9503003331, juhi.hingorani@2020msl.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, ENVIRONMENT, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, ENERGY, GROUPS, MINING, WATER
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BWI: Learn, Excel, Achieve : Part Time Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Working Professionals
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: FORE School of Management, New Delhi
Friday, March 30, 2012 01:24 PM IST (07:54 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Education & training
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Learn, Excel, Achieve : Part Time Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Working Professionals
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- A higher degree for a larger purpose. Yes, for the working executive who always wanted to pursue MBA from a premiere B-School, while continuing his professional career the opportunity is here. FORE School of Management, New Delhi based premium Management School, which started the 3 Years Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) for working executives in the year 1992 announced the admission for the XXI batch. This specially designed management course which is approved by AICTE and Ministry of Human Resource & development, Govt. of India RD caters to the need of the working professionals who aim to develop cutting edge managerial skills and stay ahead by pursuing PGDM while continuing in their career.
The admissions are done on the basis academics records, experience, written tests and personal interview. Selection process is designed to select potentially bright candidates. Weightage is given to other skill sets like analytical reasoning, decision making skills, problem solving attitude, creativity, communications and other positive attributes of the student.
One needs to have a minimum of 2 years of work experience after graduation with a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from any recognized institute or university.
For the past three decades FORE has successfully created a niche in the management education and is consistently ranked among the top most B Schools of the country including CRISIL with a rating of A+++, the highest for educational institute providing post graduate studies.
Executive Chairperson, Prof. (Dr.) Sanghamitra Buddhapriya said, "At FORE we are driven by employers demand, curriculum offered are upgraded constantly and the approach to shape up our students are such that they are better equipped with superiors skills which enable them to do better in their professional lives and to lead in their respective organisations."
FSM placements are amongst the best in the industry with top companies from India & abroad. The average salary for the 2012 regular batch of PGDM, has been INR 32 Lac.
The prospectus and applications can be obtained from the institute by cash payment of INR 1600.00 or Demand Draft of INR 1650.00 made in favour of FORE School of Management, payable at New Delhi, sent to obtain the form by post. Those who want to apply online can do so by downloading the forms from the FORE School website and making an online payment of INR 1650.00.
The last date for submission of application form is May 7th 2012. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for a written test and personal interview on May 11th (Sat) & May12th (Sun) in the institutes premises in Qutub institutional area New Delhi.
Classes shall commence from July 2012; every Thursday & Friday from 6:15PM to 9:30 PM and Sat 2:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Candidates sponsored by their organizations can download the Company Sponsored Certificate format.
Foundation for Organizational Research and Education (FORE) is committed to the advancement of Management Education, Research, Training and Consultancy. Incorporated in 1981, as a non-profit institution, FORE has been working with industry and academia for developing new domains of managerial thought and education and contributing to building leaders in today's global business environment. Located in the heart of South Delhi, FORE provides contextual learning and helps in the development of students as thinking professionals, who have the ability to meet the future challenges of tomorrow's corporate leaders. FORE takes pride in its professional and high-quality faculty, modern infrastructure, technology and resources - be it in the fields of General Management, Human Resource, Finance, Operations, Marketing, Information Technology, Economics and International Business.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Vaishali, DebriN Synergy, +91 11 64708130, vaishali@debrin.in
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, EDUCATION
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Source: FORE School of Management, New Delhi
Friday, March 30, 2012 01:24 PM IST (07:54 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Education & training
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Learn, Excel, Achieve : Part Time Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Working Professionals
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- A higher degree for a larger purpose. Yes, for the working executive who always wanted to pursue MBA from a premiere B-School, while continuing his professional career the opportunity is here. FORE School of Management, New Delhi based premium Management School, which started the 3 Years Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) for working executives in the year 1992 announced the admission for the XXI batch. This specially designed management course which is approved by AICTE and Ministry of Human Resource & development, Govt. of India RD caters to the need of the working professionals who aim to develop cutting edge managerial skills and stay ahead by pursuing PGDM while continuing in their career.
The admissions are done on the basis academics records, experience, written tests and personal interview. Selection process is designed to select potentially bright candidates. Weightage is given to other skill sets like analytical reasoning, decision making skills, problem solving attitude, creativity, communications and other positive attributes of the student.
One needs to have a minimum of 2 years of work experience after graduation with a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from any recognized institute or university.
For the past three decades FORE has successfully created a niche in the management education and is consistently ranked among the top most B Schools of the country including CRISIL with a rating of A+++, the highest for educational institute providing post graduate studies.
Executive Chairperson, Prof. (Dr.) Sanghamitra Buddhapriya said, "At FORE we are driven by employers demand, curriculum offered are upgraded constantly and the approach to shape up our students are such that they are better equipped with superiors skills which enable them to do better in their professional lives and to lead in their respective organisations."
FSM placements are amongst the best in the industry with top companies from India & abroad. The average salary for the 2012 regular batch of PGDM, has been INR 32 Lac.
The prospectus and applications can be obtained from the institute by cash payment of INR 1600.00 or Demand Draft of INR 1650.00 made in favour of FORE School of Management, payable at New Delhi, sent to obtain the form by post. Those who want to apply online can do so by downloading the forms from the FORE School website and making an online payment of INR 1650.00.
The last date for submission of application form is May 7th 2012. Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for a written test and personal interview on May 11th (Sat) & May12th (Sun) in the institutes premises in Qutub institutional area New Delhi.
Classes shall commence from July 2012; every Thursday & Friday from 6:15PM to 9:30 PM and Sat 2:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Candidates sponsored by their organizations can download the Company Sponsored Certificate format.
Foundation for Organizational Research and Education (FORE) is committed to the advancement of Management Education, Research, Training and Consultancy. Incorporated in 1981, as a non-profit institution, FORE has been working with industry and academia for developing new domains of managerial thought and education and contributing to building leaders in today's global business environment. Located in the heart of South Delhi, FORE provides contextual learning and helps in the development of students as thinking professionals, who have the ability to meet the future challenges of tomorrow's corporate leaders. FORE takes pride in its professional and high-quality faculty, modern infrastructure, technology and resources - be it in the fields of General Management, Human Resource, Finance, Operations, Marketing, Information Technology, Economics and International Business.
Follow us at Twitter or visit www.fsm.ac.in
CONTACT DETAILS
Vaishali, DebriN Synergy, +91 11 64708130, vaishali@debrin.in
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, CONSULTANCY SERVICES, BUSINESS SERVICES, EDUCATION
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BWI: Metal Detectors are an Indispensable Component of every Plastics Recycling System
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH
Friday, March 30, 2012 10:30 AM IST (05:00 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Chemicals, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups; Technology
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Metal Detectors are an Indispensable Component of every Plastics Recycling System
Sophisticated recycling technologies turn plastic waste into high-quality raw materials
Schönberg, Germany, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Since its foundation in the year 1983 EREMA Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen GmbH in Ansfelden/Austria has specialised in the development and production of plastics recy-cling systems and technologies for the plastics-processing industry, and in these fields the company is a world market and innovation leader. The company's international success is based not only on many patents and on particularly energy-saving and environmentally friendly systems, but also on its high quality demand and its customer orientation. State-of-the-art tech-nology and global service guarantee maximum system utilisation and benefit for all EREMA sys-tem customers. The Austrian group has about 330 employees all over the world. With subsidiar-ies in the USA, China, and Japan, and about 40 agencies on all five continents EREMA realises recycling solutions for individual applications.
The subject of plastics recycling is inseparably linked with matters of resource efficiency and sustainability. Due to the scarcity of raw materials and to increasing efforts to reduce CO2 emis-sions, sustainable economic operations and thus the use of recycling materials are becoming ever more important. Waste plastics and reject materials from the plastics industry can be excel-lently re-used in many production processes, provided that such waste materials are properly processed into high-quality secondary raw materials.
For the profitable returning of recycling materials into the production cycle EREMA provides a wide range of products, e.g. plastics recycling systems for production waste and for heavily soiled post-consumer waste, and PET recycling systems for PET material that is of food quality again (bottle-to-bottle).
For decades EREMA has successfully cooperated with the Bavarian company S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH. S+S supplies metal detectors and separators that are integrated in the feeding conveyor belts or pipelines of the EREMA systems.
When plastic waste and reject parts are reprocessed, the feed material may contain metal parti-cles that must be removed to protect downstream processing machines. S+S metal detectors identify magnetic and non-magnetic metal contaminations, even if they are enclosed in the product, and thus prevent malfunctions in the plastics recycling process that are caused by metal particles. Metal detectors protect comminution machines against damage, increase pro-duction reliability, optimise machine operating times, reduce malfunctions, and thus increase the profitability of the systems.
Says Andreas Dirnberger, EREMA Vice President Sales: "In our EREMA systems S+S metal detectors are used as a pre-treatment stage. We highly appreciate the accuracy and reliability of these S+S metal detectors. Without metal detectors our systems might be damaged, which is why EREMA uses S+S metal detectors to protect the systems. Another important aspect is that the quality of the recycled plastic material essentially depends on the quality of the feed mate-rial."
S+S - an overview
S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH of Schönberg, Bavaria, manufactures ma-chines and systems for the detection/separation of contaminants, for product inspection, and for the sorting of material flows. Product sales primarily focus on the food, plastics, chemical, pharmaceutical, wood, textile, and recycling industries. S+S is one of the world's leading sup-pliers with subsidiaries in Great Britain, France, China, Singapore, and in the USA, representa-tive offices in India and Turkey, and more than 40 agencies all over the world. The S+S group presently has 350 employees. Turnover in 2011 amounted to approx. Euro 34 million.
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Mrs. Brigitte Rothkopf, S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH, +49-(0)8554-308 274, brigitte.rothkopf@sesotec.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH
Friday, March 30, 2012 10:30 AM IST (05:00 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Chemicals, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups; Technology
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Metal Detectors are an Indispensable Component of every Plastics Recycling System
Sophisticated recycling technologies turn plastic waste into high-quality raw materials
Schönberg, Germany, Friday, March 30, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Since its foundation in the year 1983 EREMA Engineering Recycling Maschinen und Anlagen GmbH in Ansfelden/Austria has specialised in the development and production of plastics recy-cling systems and technologies for the plastics-processing industry, and in these fields the company is a world market and innovation leader. The company's international success is based not only on many patents and on particularly energy-saving and environmentally friendly systems, but also on its high quality demand and its customer orientation. State-of-the-art tech-nology and global service guarantee maximum system utilisation and benefit for all EREMA sys-tem customers. The Austrian group has about 330 employees all over the world. With subsidiar-ies in the USA, China, and Japan, and about 40 agencies on all five continents EREMA realises recycling solutions for individual applications.
The subject of plastics recycling is inseparably linked with matters of resource efficiency and sustainability. Due to the scarcity of raw materials and to increasing efforts to reduce CO2 emis-sions, sustainable economic operations and thus the use of recycling materials are becoming ever more important. Waste plastics and reject materials from the plastics industry can be excel-lently re-used in many production processes, provided that such waste materials are properly processed into high-quality secondary raw materials.
For the profitable returning of recycling materials into the production cycle EREMA provides a wide range of products, e.g. plastics recycling systems for production waste and for heavily soiled post-consumer waste, and PET recycling systems for PET material that is of food quality again (bottle-to-bottle).
For decades EREMA has successfully cooperated with the Bavarian company S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH. S+S supplies metal detectors and separators that are integrated in the feeding conveyor belts or pipelines of the EREMA systems.
When plastic waste and reject parts are reprocessed, the feed material may contain metal parti-cles that must be removed to protect downstream processing machines. S+S metal detectors identify magnetic and non-magnetic metal contaminations, even if they are enclosed in the product, and thus prevent malfunctions in the plastics recycling process that are caused by metal particles. Metal detectors protect comminution machines against damage, increase pro-duction reliability, optimise machine operating times, reduce malfunctions, and thus increase the profitability of the systems.
Says Andreas Dirnberger, EREMA Vice President Sales: "In our EREMA systems S+S metal detectors are used as a pre-treatment stage. We highly appreciate the accuracy and reliability of these S+S metal detectors. Without metal detectors our systems might be damaged, which is why EREMA uses S+S metal detectors to protect the systems. Another important aspect is that the quality of the recycled plastic material essentially depends on the quality of the feed mate-rial."
S+S - an overview
S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH of Schönberg, Bavaria, manufactures ma-chines and systems for the detection/separation of contaminants, for product inspection, and for the sorting of material flows. Product sales primarily focus on the food, plastics, chemical, pharmaceutical, wood, textile, and recycling industries. S+S is one of the world's leading sup-pliers with subsidiaries in Great Britain, France, China, Singapore, and in the USA, representa-tive offices in India and Turkey, and more than 40 agencies all over the world. The S+S group presently has 350 employees. Turnover in 2011 amounted to approx. Euro 34 million.
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Mrs. Brigitte Rothkopf, S+S Separation and Sorting Technology GmbH, +49-(0)8554-308 274, brigitte.rothkopf@sesotec.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, CHEMICALS, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, TECHNOLOGY
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
BWI: Infineon’s New GNSS Receive Front-End Modules Feature Industry’s Best Noise Figure in World’s Smallest Package
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Infineon Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Thursday, March 29, 2012 05:02 PM IST (11:32 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Electronic appliances & components, Energy companies, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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Infineon's New GNSS Receive Front-End Modules Feature Industry's Best Noise Figure in World's Smallest Package
Neubiberg, Germany, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Infineon Technologies (FSE: IFX/OTCQX: IFNNY) today introduced a new series of Receive Front-End Modules for implementation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) functionality in smart phones and other handheld devices. The new BGM104xN7 products feature the best noise figure in the industry, which is a critical parameter for the performance of a GNSS receiver.
The new modules are a pin-to-pin compatible upgrade with the previous generation BGM103xN7, and thus remain as the world's smallest Receive Front-End Modules for this application, with a package size of just 2.3 x 1.7 x 0.73 mm3. They support simultaneous reception of both GPS (Global Positioning System) and GLONASS (Globalnaya Navigatsionnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema) signals. The devices are optimized for different end platforms and offer industry's leading noise figure, low-power operation, and exceptional protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD).
For the reception of weak GNSS signals, a low noise figure results in a shorter Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF), which is the time required for a GNSS receiver to acquire satellite signals and navigation data and to calculate a position. The new BGM104xN7 series offers 0.15dB better noise figure than the BGM103xN7 series. Therewith, Infineon's solution outperforms all other solutions on the market about 0.5dB. The improved performance is achieved in a package that is almost 22% smaller than the second smallest available device.
Infineon's BGM104xN7 modules combine the pre-filter and low noise amplifier (LNA) stages of the GNSS signal chain front-end to achieve a balance of performance improvements and space savings while reducing design time. The low noise figure enhances user's navigation experience while using smart phones or any other portable device. In addition, the device family meets key design goals: this includes high linearity to avoid interference of more powerful cellular signals, single-module coverage of the frequency range from 1,575 to 1,605 MHz, and optimized gain for state-of-the-art sensitivity.
"Mobile device designers are challenged to deliver rock-solid sensitivity performance for location-based services, even as GNSS evolves to a series of systems operated by different entities and handheld devices incorporate more high-powered RF technologies such as Wi-Fi and LTE", says Michael Mauer, Senior Marketing Director of RF and Protection Devices at Infineon Technologies.
Researchers at iSuppli estimate 2012 sales of 450 million smart phones, which nearly all support GNSS applications. With the new BGM104xN7 series, Infineon helps designers meet requirements for personal navigation and location based applications not only for smart phones, but such portable devices as tablets, personal navigation devices (PNDs) and digital cameras.
The new BGM104xN7 series contains two modules, targeted for specific platform applications:
-- BGM1043N7: Standard solution meeting high-performance GPS/GLONASS specifications, with 14.8dB gain and 1.5dB noise figure.
-- BGM1044N7: A high-gain (17.0 dB) version (1.55dB noise figure) for systems with high losses in the receive chain, such as personal navigation devices and digital still cameras, where the potential for jamming due to high power cellular signals is less critical.
Availability, Pricing and Package
Modules are now available. Infineon also provides evaluation kits.
Typical pricing for BGM104xN7 modules is ? 0.35/ $0.50 (10,000 piece volume). The devices are shipped in a TSNP-7-10 leadless package (2.3mm x 1.7mm x 0.73mm) which makes them the smallest available solutions in the market.
Further technical information on the all Infineon GNSS Receive Front-End Modules is available at www.infineon.com/nav.frontend
About Infineon
Infineon Technologies AG, Neubiberg, Germany, offers semiconductor and system solutions addressing three central challenges to modern society: energy efficiency, mobility, and security. In the 2011 fiscal year (ending September 30), the company reported sales of Euro 4 billion with close to 26,000 employees worldwide. Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the over-the-counter market OTCQX International Premier (ticker symbol: IFNNY).
Further information is available at www.infineon.com
This news release is available online at www.infineon.com/press
CONTACT DETAILS
Nidhi Srivastava, Infineon Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., +91 9873404809, Nidhi.srivastava@infineon.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, ELECTRONICS, ENERGY, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Infineon Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Thursday, March 29, 2012 05:02 PM IST (11:32 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Electronic appliances & components, Energy companies, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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Infineon's New GNSS Receive Front-End Modules Feature Industry's Best Noise Figure in World's Smallest Package
Neubiberg, Germany, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Infineon Technologies (FSE: IFX/OTCQX: IFNNY) today introduced a new series of Receive Front-End Modules for implementation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) functionality in smart phones and other handheld devices. The new BGM104xN7 products feature the best noise figure in the industry, which is a critical parameter for the performance of a GNSS receiver.
The new modules are a pin-to-pin compatible upgrade with the previous generation BGM103xN7, and thus remain as the world's smallest Receive Front-End Modules for this application, with a package size of just 2.3 x 1.7 x 0.73 mm3. They support simultaneous reception of both GPS (Global Positioning System) and GLONASS (Globalnaya Navigatsionnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema) signals. The devices are optimized for different end platforms and offer industry's leading noise figure, low-power operation, and exceptional protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD).
For the reception of weak GNSS signals, a low noise figure results in a shorter Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF), which is the time required for a GNSS receiver to acquire satellite signals and navigation data and to calculate a position. The new BGM104xN7 series offers 0.15dB better noise figure than the BGM103xN7 series. Therewith, Infineon's solution outperforms all other solutions on the market about 0.5dB. The improved performance is achieved in a package that is almost 22% smaller than the second smallest available device.
Infineon's BGM104xN7 modules combine the pre-filter and low noise amplifier (LNA) stages of the GNSS signal chain front-end to achieve a balance of performance improvements and space savings while reducing design time. The low noise figure enhances user's navigation experience while using smart phones or any other portable device. In addition, the device family meets key design goals: this includes high linearity to avoid interference of more powerful cellular signals, single-module coverage of the frequency range from 1,575 to 1,605 MHz, and optimized gain for state-of-the-art sensitivity.
"Mobile device designers are challenged to deliver rock-solid sensitivity performance for location-based services, even as GNSS evolves to a series of systems operated by different entities and handheld devices incorporate more high-powered RF technologies such as Wi-Fi and LTE", says Michael Mauer, Senior Marketing Director of RF and Protection Devices at Infineon Technologies.
Researchers at iSuppli estimate 2012 sales of 450 million smart phones, which nearly all support GNSS applications. With the new BGM104xN7 series, Infineon helps designers meet requirements for personal navigation and location based applications not only for smart phones, but such portable devices as tablets, personal navigation devices (PNDs) and digital cameras.
The new BGM104xN7 series contains two modules, targeted for specific platform applications:
-- BGM1043N7: Standard solution meeting high-performance GPS/GLONASS specifications, with 14.8dB gain and 1.5dB noise figure.
-- BGM1044N7: A high-gain (17.0 dB) version (1.55dB noise figure) for systems with high losses in the receive chain, such as personal navigation devices and digital still cameras, where the potential for jamming due to high power cellular signals is less critical.
Availability, Pricing and Package
Modules are now available. Infineon also provides evaluation kits.
Typical pricing for BGM104xN7 modules is ? 0.35/ $0.50 (10,000 piece volume). The devices are shipped in a TSNP-7-10 leadless package (2.3mm x 1.7mm x 0.73mm) which makes them the smallest available solutions in the market.
Further technical information on the all Infineon GNSS Receive Front-End Modules is available at www.infineon.com/nav.frontend
About Infineon
Infineon Technologies AG, Neubiberg, Germany, offers semiconductor and system solutions addressing three central challenges to modern society: energy efficiency, mobility, and security. In the 2011 fiscal year (ending September 30), the company reported sales of Euro 4 billion with close to 26,000 employees worldwide. Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the over-the-counter market OTCQX International Premier (ticker symbol: IFNNY).
Further information is available at www.infineon.com
This news release is available online at www.infineon.com/press
CONTACT DETAILS
Nidhi Srivastava, Infineon Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., +91 9873404809, Nidhi.srivastava@infineon.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, ELECTRONICS, ENERGY, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Banyan Tree Infomedia
Thursday, March 29, 2012 02:55 PM IST (09:25 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- One of India's fastest growing e-media companies, Banyan Tree Infomedia, has announced the launch of yet another website. The site is called Coupons109.com and is aimed at making everyone's experience on the internet, that much better. Coupons109.com is the latest addition to the 109 series of websites that started with Local109.in. When asked about the 109 bit, the company spokesperson explained that radio frequencies in India end at 108 so naming the sites 109 symbolizes that every 109 site tries to go beyond every other site in the same field.
Coupons109, as the name suggests, deals with providing its visitors with discount coupons from a variety of brands and organizations that include brands like Bagit, Ebay, Pizzahut, Fastrack, HDFC Bank and many more. The first thing that the users will notice, when visiting the site, is the simplicity of the design and the ease with which one can navigate the site.
The site also boasts of a very detailed categorization that makes it possible for users to find what they are looking for, without having to wander around the site too much. This in addition to the variety of coupons and discount codes available on the site, itself ensures that visitors get what they came looking for.
To add to the all the goodies Coupons109.com also ensures that you don't miss any of the new discounts being offered by allowing you to create alerts that you can receive in your email. Another assurance the website provides is that all the coupons that are submitted on the site are verified prior to publication so as to avoid providing users with invalid coupons. Overall the sites aim is to be a one stop coupon shop for all its users and give them an interface that is easy to navigate.
CONTACT DETAILS
Siddharth Ambroise, Banyan Tree Infomedia, +91 (80) 42495333, siddharth@banyantreeinfomedia.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Banyan Tree Infomedia
Thursday, March 29, 2012 02:55 PM IST (09:25 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Banyan Tree Infomedia Launches coupons109.com
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- One of India's fastest growing e-media companies, Banyan Tree Infomedia, has announced the launch of yet another website. The site is called Coupons109.com and is aimed at making everyone's experience on the internet, that much better. Coupons109.com is the latest addition to the 109 series of websites that started with Local109.in. When asked about the 109 bit, the company spokesperson explained that radio frequencies in India end at 108 so naming the sites 109 symbolizes that every 109 site tries to go beyond every other site in the same field.
Coupons109, as the name suggests, deals with providing its visitors with discount coupons from a variety of brands and organizations that include brands like Bagit, Ebay, Pizzahut, Fastrack, HDFC Bank and many more. The first thing that the users will notice, when visiting the site, is the simplicity of the design and the ease with which one can navigate the site.
The site also boasts of a very detailed categorization that makes it possible for users to find what they are looking for, without having to wander around the site too much. This in addition to the variety of coupons and discount codes available on the site, itself ensures that visitors get what they came looking for.
To add to the all the goodies Coupons109.com also ensures that you don't miss any of the new discounts being offered by allowing you to create alerts that you can receive in your email. Another assurance the website provides is that all the coupons that are submitted on the site are verified prior to publication so as to avoid providing users with invalid coupons. Overall the sites aim is to be a one stop coupon shop for all its users and give them an interface that is easy to navigate.
CONTACT DETAILS
Siddharth Ambroise, Banyan Tree Infomedia, +91 (80) 42495333, siddharth@banyantreeinfomedia.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: WNS Wins the Alpha Social Responsibility Award
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: WNS
Thursday, March 29, 2012 02:00 PM IST (08:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Social issues, WNS; Business: Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment, Telecommunications; Technology
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WNS Wins the Alpha Social Responsibility Award
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), a leading provider of global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services, has been honored with the 'Alpha Social Responsibility Award' for exceptional contribution to under-privileged communities, within the auspices of the WNS Cares Foundation (WCF). The award, instituted by the Alpha Group of Institutions, was presented to WNS by His Excellency, The Governor of Tamil Nadu, Dr. K. Rosaiah in a ceremony held at the Alpha Arts & Science College, Chennai, on March, 20, 2012.
WCF has won this prestigious award for its commitment and responsiveness to the needs of different stakeholders, development of innovative models to fulfill social responsibilities and the integration of CSR concerns within corporate functioning.
"We are extremely proud to be recognized for our work in the area of social responsibility," said Keshav R. Murugesh, Group CEO, WNS. "We at WNS believe in the importance of empowering and helping the less-fortunate. We understand that knowledge is indispensable to nation-building, and that every child has the right to education. The 'WNS Cares Foundation' (WCF) was founded in 2011 to drive educational initiatives, and create a positive impact on the communities in which our WNS employees live and work. This award is dedicated to all our 22,000 employees, who have worked persistently to make our vision come to life," added Keshav.
With the aim of creating a better and sustainable future for under-privileged children and youth, WCF has impacted the lives of more than 23,000 beneficiaries, working closely with 39 schools across 17 locations within India and international locations, in the last one year since its inception. With its committed leadership and a motivated workforce, WCF has successfully launched more than 12 programs along with 21 libraries in these schools, and invested over 15,500 employee-volunteering hours through regular programs and school visits. Some of the key projects launched by WCF include: promoting computer- aided literacy through launch of computer centers; encouraging reading activities through libraries, dictionary and newspaper based programs; outdoor educational trips; sporting events; personality development workshops; and E-mentoring program.
About WNS Cares Foundation
WNS Cares Foundation (WCF), a registered non-profit organization, has been formed with a mission to 'Educate, Empower and Enrich' underprivileged children and youth. WCF, a group company of WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), has a vision to serve society and create a strong foundation for sustainability initiatives at WNS. WCF offers a platform to WNS's employees and clients to make valuable contributions to society. For more information, visit www.wnscares.org
About WNS
WNS (Holdings) Limited, is a leading Global Business Process Outsourcing Company (BPO). WNS offers business value by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals including Insurance, Travel and Leisure, Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Products and Telecom, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Utilities, and Shipping and Logistics industries. WNS delivers an entire spectrum of BPO services such as customer care, finance and accounting, legal services, procurement, research and analytics, technology services and industry specific back office and front office processes. WNS has over 22,500 professionals across 25 delivery centers worldwide including Costa Rica, India, Romania, Sri Lanka, The Philippines, The United Kingdom, The United States, as well as a subcontractor's delivery center in South Africa.
Safe Harbor Statement under the provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This document includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied are discussed in our most recent Form 20-F and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. WNS undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sumi Gupta, Public Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +91 (22) 40952263, sumi.gupta@wns.com; pr@wns.com
David Mackey, Investor Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +1 248 630 5197, ir@wns.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, SOCIAL, WNS, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: WNS
Thursday, March 29, 2012 02:00 PM IST (08:30 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Social issues, WNS; Business: Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment, Telecommunications; Technology
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WNS Wins the Alpha Social Responsibility Award
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), a leading provider of global Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services, has been honored with the 'Alpha Social Responsibility Award' for exceptional contribution to under-privileged communities, within the auspices of the WNS Cares Foundation (WCF). The award, instituted by the Alpha Group of Institutions, was presented to WNS by His Excellency, The Governor of Tamil Nadu, Dr. K. Rosaiah in a ceremony held at the Alpha Arts & Science College, Chennai, on March, 20, 2012.
WCF has won this prestigious award for its commitment and responsiveness to the needs of different stakeholders, development of innovative models to fulfill social responsibilities and the integration of CSR concerns within corporate functioning.
"We are extremely proud to be recognized for our work in the area of social responsibility," said Keshav R. Murugesh, Group CEO, WNS. "We at WNS believe in the importance of empowering and helping the less-fortunate. We understand that knowledge is indispensable to nation-building, and that every child has the right to education. The 'WNS Cares Foundation' (WCF) was founded in 2011 to drive educational initiatives, and create a positive impact on the communities in which our WNS employees live and work. This award is dedicated to all our 22,000 employees, who have worked persistently to make our vision come to life," added Keshav.
With the aim of creating a better and sustainable future for under-privileged children and youth, WCF has impacted the lives of more than 23,000 beneficiaries, working closely with 39 schools across 17 locations within India and international locations, in the last one year since its inception. With its committed leadership and a motivated workforce, WCF has successfully launched more than 12 programs along with 21 libraries in these schools, and invested over 15,500 employee-volunteering hours through regular programs and school visits. Some of the key projects launched by WCF include: promoting computer- aided literacy through launch of computer centers; encouraging reading activities through libraries, dictionary and newspaper based programs; outdoor educational trips; sporting events; personality development workshops; and E-mentoring program.
About WNS Cares Foundation
WNS Cares Foundation (WCF), a registered non-profit organization, has been formed with a mission to 'Educate, Empower and Enrich' underprivileged children and youth. WCF, a group company of WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), has a vision to serve society and create a strong foundation for sustainability initiatives at WNS. WCF offers a platform to WNS's employees and clients to make valuable contributions to society. For more information, visit www.wnscares.org
About WNS
WNS (Holdings) Limited, is a leading Global Business Process Outsourcing Company (BPO). WNS offers business value by combining operational excellence with deep domain expertise in key industry verticals including Insurance, Travel and Leisure, Manufacturing, Retail, Consumer Products and Telecom, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Utilities, and Shipping and Logistics industries. WNS delivers an entire spectrum of BPO services such as customer care, finance and accounting, legal services, procurement, research and analytics, technology services and industry specific back office and front office processes. WNS has over 22,500 professionals across 25 delivery centers worldwide including Costa Rica, India, Romania, Sri Lanka, The Philippines, The United Kingdom, The United States, as well as a subcontractor's delivery center in South Africa.
Safe Harbor Statement under the provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This document includes information which may constitute forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, the accuracy of which are necessarily subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions as to future events. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied are discussed in our most recent Form 20-F and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. WNS undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
CONTACT DETAILS
Sumi Gupta, Public Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +91 (22) 40952263, sumi.gupta@wns.com; pr@wns.com
David Mackey, Investor Relations, WNS (Holdings) Limited, +1 248 630 5197, ir@wns.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, SOCIAL, WNS, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Raytheon 250-pound Paveway™ Reaches Production Milestone
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Raytheon
Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:50 PM IST (07:20 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy; Business: Business services, Defence & security, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Raytheon 250-pound PavewayT Reaches Production Milestone
Employees build 1,000th precision guidance kit
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Raytheon Company's (NYSE: RTN) Paveway program achieved a major milestone when it completed production of the 1,000th 250-pound Paveway laser-guided precision munition. Raytheon's combat-proven Paveway is a kit that transforms "dumb" bombs into precision-guided weapons.
The 250-pound weapon, designated the GBU-58, is integrated on the AT-6, Super Etendard and the Mirage 3 aircraft. The Paveway family of weapons is integrated on more than 25 aircraft in 43 countries, including the Jaguar and Rafale. Raytheon has delivered more than 350,000 Paveway systems worldwide.
"The GBU-58, which is available via direct commercial sale, offers warfighters a small, precision-guided munition that reduces collateral damage," said Harry Schulte, Raytheon Missile Systems' vice president of Air Warfare Systems. "The Paveway family of weapons blends standoff capability with flexible warhead options, making it a cost-effective precision solution."
About the Paveway Family of Weapons
The combat-proven Paveway is a kit that transforms "dumb" bombs into precision-guided weapons. Paveway II and Paveway III are laser-guidance kits, while the Enhanced Paveway II, Enhanced Paveway III and Paveway IV use both laser and GPS guidance.
Paveway Highlights
-- More than 300,000 Paveways are in the inventory of 43 nations.
-- The Paveway family of weapons is integrated on more than 25 aircraft.
-- Thousands of Paveways have been used in combat.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2011 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 90 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 71,000 people worldwide. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.com and follow us on Twitter at @raytheon.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Mike Nachshen, Raytheon Company, +1.520.269.5697, rmspr@raytheon.com
Abhishek Puri, IPAN Hill & Knowlton, +91 9810204659, apuri@ipanhillandknowlton.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, BUSINESS SERVICES, DEFENCE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Raytheon
Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:50 PM IST (07:20 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy; Business: Business services, Defence & security, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Raytheon 250-pound PavewayT Reaches Production Milestone
Employees build 1,000th precision guidance kit
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Raytheon Company's (NYSE: RTN) Paveway program achieved a major milestone when it completed production of the 1,000th 250-pound Paveway laser-guided precision munition. Raytheon's combat-proven Paveway is a kit that transforms "dumb" bombs into precision-guided weapons.
The 250-pound weapon, designated the GBU-58, is integrated on the AT-6, Super Etendard and the Mirage 3 aircraft. The Paveway family of weapons is integrated on more than 25 aircraft in 43 countries, including the Jaguar and Rafale. Raytheon has delivered more than 350,000 Paveway systems worldwide.
"The GBU-58, which is available via direct commercial sale, offers warfighters a small, precision-guided munition that reduces collateral damage," said Harry Schulte, Raytheon Missile Systems' vice president of Air Warfare Systems. "The Paveway family of weapons blends standoff capability with flexible warhead options, making it a cost-effective precision solution."
About the Paveway Family of Weapons
The combat-proven Paveway is a kit that transforms "dumb" bombs into precision-guided weapons. Paveway II and Paveway III are laser-guidance kits, while the Enhanced Paveway II, Enhanced Paveway III and Paveway IV use both laser and GPS guidance.
Paveway Highlights
-- More than 300,000 Paveways are in the inventory of 43 nations.
-- The Paveway family of weapons is integrated on more than 25 aircraft.
-- Thousands of Paveways have been used in combat.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2011 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 90 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 71,000 people worldwide. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.com and follow us on Twitter at @raytheon.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Mike Nachshen, Raytheon Company, +1.520.269.5697, rmspr@raytheon.com
Abhishek Puri, IPAN Hill & Knowlton, +91 9810204659, apuri@ipanhillandknowlton.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, BUSINESS SERVICES, DEFENCE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Points Rummy At ACE2THREE – Fast Games, Low Commission
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Ace2Three.com
Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:40 PM IST (07:10 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Entertainment, Lifestyle, People, Sports; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services; Technology
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Points Rummy At ACE2THREE - Fast Games, Low Commission
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Ace2three is the first website that introduced online Rummy game for all Rummy lovers in India. Ace2three is user friendly and is constantly working towards giving its users the best gaming experience. Keeping this in view Ace2three announces yet another exciting variant of Rummy called the 'Points Rummy'.
One of the many unique features of Points Rummy is that these are low commissioned games.
Each game lasts for only one deal and hence it is the fastest form of all rummy games.
An important player-friendly feature of the point's rummy is the Auto - Play Functionality wherein the game gets into Auto - Play mode when a player gets disconnected thereby ensuring that the player does not miss the chance of continuing with the game. In case the player is unable to join back before his opponent places a show then the maximum amount deducted will be equal to middle drop amount unlike the full count amount in other variants of Rummy.
As Points Rummy is a group of individual games you can play as many games as you wish. You will not be charged any penalty if you leave the table once a game is completed and hence you can play as per your own will and wish.
Another unique feature is that there is an unlimited re-buy option, where in the player who falls short of the minimum chips required to play the game can re-buy the chips as many times as required.
Additionally, unlike the pool games, in case of Deal Show, count for players who have not played the game yet will be half of the total count.
On the whole the all new Points Rummy at Ace2Three gives all the Rummy lovers an exciting and fun-filling experience apart from an opportunity of winning unlimited games.
For more details click on below link:
http://www.ace2three.com/
CONTACT DETAILS
Samhita Dasari, Trainee-Marketing, Head Infotech India Pvt. Ltd., +91 040 30472222, samhita.d@headinfotech.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENTERTAINMENT, LIFESTYLE, PEOPLE, SPORTS, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Ace2Three.com
Thursday, March 29, 2012 12:40 PM IST (07:10 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Entertainment, Lifestyle, People, Sports; Business: Advertising, PR & marketing, Business services; Technology
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Points Rummy At ACE2THREE - Fast Games, Low Commission
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Ace2three is the first website that introduced online Rummy game for all Rummy lovers in India. Ace2three is user friendly and is constantly working towards giving its users the best gaming experience. Keeping this in view Ace2three announces yet another exciting variant of Rummy called the 'Points Rummy'.
One of the many unique features of Points Rummy is that these are low commissioned games.
Each game lasts for only one deal and hence it is the fastest form of all rummy games.
An important player-friendly feature of the point's rummy is the Auto - Play Functionality wherein the game gets into Auto - Play mode when a player gets disconnected thereby ensuring that the player does not miss the chance of continuing with the game. In case the player is unable to join back before his opponent places a show then the maximum amount deducted will be equal to middle drop amount unlike the full count amount in other variants of Rummy.
As Points Rummy is a group of individual games you can play as many games as you wish. You will not be charged any penalty if you leave the table once a game is completed and hence you can play as per your own will and wish.
Another unique feature is that there is an unlimited re-buy option, where in the player who falls short of the minimum chips required to play the game can re-buy the chips as many times as required.
Additionally, unlike the pool games, in case of Deal Show, count for players who have not played the game yet will be half of the total count.
On the whole the all new Points Rummy at Ace2Three gives all the Rummy lovers an exciting and fun-filling experience apart from an opportunity of winning unlimited games.
For more details click on below link:
http://www.ace2three.com/
CONTACT DETAILS
Samhita Dasari, Trainee-Marketing, Head Infotech India Pvt. Ltd., +91 040 30472222, samhita.d@headinfotech.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ENTERTAINMENT, LIFESTYLE, PEOPLE, SPORTS, MARKETING, BUSINESS SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Plintron Recognized for Technology Innovation through its Business Partner – Lycamobile for its Roaming Service ‘toggle mobile’
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Plintron
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:30 AM IST (06:00 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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Plintron Recognized for Technology Innovation through its Business Partner - Lycamobile for its Roaming Service 'toggle mobile'
'toggle mobile', a service designed by Lycamobile to save up to 90% on roaming calls, wins the 'Innovative Service' award at The Mobile News awards 2012 ceremony
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Plintron, the world largest Telecom hosted cloud-based infrastructure for MVNOs, MNOs and Enterprises has been recognised through Lycamobile, its business partner. Lycamobile was awarded the 'Innovative Service' award for 'toggle mobile' a product developed by Plintron at the prestigious 'Mobile News awards 2012' ceremony recently at London, UK.
Plintron provided the technology platform that is based on multi International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) and multi Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital Network Number (MSISDN) based approach. This virtual home network prepaid service is designed to provide customers with up to 90% cost saving on roaming charges for data, voice and SMS services. Customers can answer international roaming calls throughout the 'toggle' network of countries; UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, Australia, Poland, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands and Denmark without incurring roaming charges. The roaming solution provides customers with one single rate for calls, SMS and data when travelling to any of the 'toggle mobile' network countries.
Mohan Kumar, Founder & CEO, Plintron said, "This award is a great endorsement of our continued commitment to excel as an innovation partner. We are happy that our business partner has been awarded at the Mobile News Awards 2012."
Subaskaran Allirajah, Chairman, Lycamobile commented, "I am delighted with toggle mobile's win. I would like to thank the entire 'toggle mobile' team, our business partners and customers for supporting 'toggle mobile' and I look forward to growing the business further in the coming years".
Milind Kangle, CEO, Lycamobile said, "'toggle mobile' winning the Innovative Service award is an exceptional achievement for Lycamobile under which this service was developed. We are constantly looking for solutions that will save costs, the innovative 'toggle mobile' service enables customers to travel abroad and stay in touch with their friends and family without worrying about excessive roaming charges".
The Mobile News Awards 2012 is the largest event in the mobile industry calendar and was presented to our partner for best 'Innovative Service' of the year. The Mobile News Awards recognises organisations in the mobile industry that have maintained their edge, pushed boundaries and excelled in quality. Our partner scored the highest number of points for the most innovative service solution that will move the mobile industry forward.
About Plintron
Plintron is a niche player in the enterprise mobile convergence space. Plintron is the Largest Telecom hosted cloud-based infrastructure for MNOs, MVNOs and Enterprises and has telecom industry's most comprehensive roll-outs for these domains. Plintron's lines of businesses include MVNA, MVNE, M2M, Mobile Wallet and Money Cards, providing converging voice, data and video across UK, Europe and Australia. The company currently services in 18 countries and connects subscribers globally. www.plintron.com
About 'toggle mobile'
'toggle mobile' is a brand extension of Lycamobile. 'toggle mobile' is an innovative new service, from Lycamobile which was launched on the 9th of April 2011 in the Netherlands and in January 2012 in the UK. The service allows customers to avoid expensive voice and data roaming charges when travelling abroad. Lycamobile is a prepaid mobile SIM card provider that provides low-cost, high-quality international and national calls to over 8.0 million customers across 14 countries (UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Italy, Spain, Australia, France, Germany, Poland and Ireland). www.togglemobile.co.uk
CONTACT DETAILS
Riya Rangan, Head - Marketing & Communications, Plintron, +91 805 604 0133/ UK - +44 (0) 207 536 6450 - Extn - 6872, riya.rs@plintron.com
Chris Liveing, Group Marketing Director, Lycamobile / toggle mobile, +44 (0) 207 536 6568, Chris.liveing@lycamobile.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Plintron
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:30 AM IST (06:00 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology, Telecommunications; Technology
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Plintron Recognized for Technology Innovation through its Business Partner - Lycamobile for its Roaming Service 'toggle mobile'
'toggle mobile', a service designed by Lycamobile to save up to 90% on roaming calls, wins the 'Innovative Service' award at The Mobile News awards 2012 ceremony
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Plintron, the world largest Telecom hosted cloud-based infrastructure for MVNOs, MNOs and Enterprises has been recognised through Lycamobile, its business partner. Lycamobile was awarded the 'Innovative Service' award for 'toggle mobile' a product developed by Plintron at the prestigious 'Mobile News awards 2012' ceremony recently at London, UK.
Plintron provided the technology platform that is based on multi International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) and multi Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital Network Number (MSISDN) based approach. This virtual home network prepaid service is designed to provide customers with up to 90% cost saving on roaming charges for data, voice and SMS services. Customers can answer international roaming calls throughout the 'toggle' network of countries; UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, Australia, Poland, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands and Denmark without incurring roaming charges. The roaming solution provides customers with one single rate for calls, SMS and data when travelling to any of the 'toggle mobile' network countries.
Mohan Kumar, Founder & CEO, Plintron said, "This award is a great endorsement of our continued commitment to excel as an innovation partner. We are happy that our business partner has been awarded at the Mobile News Awards 2012."
Subaskaran Allirajah, Chairman, Lycamobile commented, "I am delighted with toggle mobile's win. I would like to thank the entire 'toggle mobile' team, our business partners and customers for supporting 'toggle mobile' and I look forward to growing the business further in the coming years".
Milind Kangle, CEO, Lycamobile said, "'toggle mobile' winning the Innovative Service award is an exceptional achievement for Lycamobile under which this service was developed. We are constantly looking for solutions that will save costs, the innovative 'toggle mobile' service enables customers to travel abroad and stay in touch with their friends and family without worrying about excessive roaming charges".
The Mobile News Awards 2012 is the largest event in the mobile industry calendar and was presented to our partner for best 'Innovative Service' of the year. The Mobile News Awards recognises organisations in the mobile industry that have maintained their edge, pushed boundaries and excelled in quality. Our partner scored the highest number of points for the most innovative service solution that will move the mobile industry forward.
About Plintron
Plintron is a niche player in the enterprise mobile convergence space. Plintron is the Largest Telecom hosted cloud-based infrastructure for MNOs, MVNOs and Enterprises and has telecom industry's most comprehensive roll-outs for these domains. Plintron's lines of businesses include MVNA, MVNE, M2M, Mobile Wallet and Money Cards, providing converging voice, data and video across UK, Europe and Australia. The company currently services in 18 countries and connects subscribers globally. www.plintron.com
About 'toggle mobile'
'toggle mobile' is a brand extension of Lycamobile. 'toggle mobile' is an innovative new service, from Lycamobile which was launched on the 9th of April 2011 in the Netherlands and in January 2012 in the UK. The service allows customers to avoid expensive voice and data roaming charges when travelling abroad. Lycamobile is a prepaid mobile SIM card provider that provides low-cost, high-quality international and national calls to over 8.0 million customers across 14 countries (UK, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Italy, Spain, Australia, France, Germany, Poland and Ireland). www.togglemobile.co.uk
CONTACT DETAILS
Riya Rangan, Head - Marketing & Communications, Plintron, +91 805 604 0133/ UK - +44 (0) 207 536 6450 - Extn - 6872, riya.rs@plintron.com
Chris Liveing, Group Marketing Director, Lycamobile / toggle mobile, +44 (0) 207 536 6568, Chris.liveing@lycamobile.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Inno Group Launches Inno BYC (Build Your City)
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Inno Group
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:46 AM IST (06:16 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Lifestyle; Business: Business services, Construction, Media & entertainment, Real estate
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Inno Group Launches Inno BYC (Build Your City)
A platform for participatory citizenship; Flags off the initiative with a panel discussion on "Building Sustainable Cities" with Chetan Bhagat and other expert speakers
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Inno Group, a global investment firm focused on real estate with operations in Europe, Middle East and India announced the launch of Inno BYC (Build Your City) initiative, in Chennai today. Inno BYC is a platform for participatory citizenship and a social initiative promoted by Inno. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group, in the presence of prominent city enthusiasts and urban conscious Chennaites. The event officially unveiled the Inno BYC website, logo and anthem, spearheading the first of its kind of initiative in the city.
Inno BYC seeks to be a sounding board for new ideas and a platform to fashion solutions to the problems afflicting Indian cities. It is a forum that integrates the social and cultural aspects of the cityscape with the voice of the citizen, to discuss projects, designs and plans for making cities resilient and sustainable, document and disseminate good practices.
The launch was kick-started by a stimulating speech by Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker, on "The City of the Future", on his perspective on how he envisions tomorrow's cities, followed by an exhilarating panel discussion on "Building Sustainable Cities", with renowned speakers such as Chetan Bhagat; Raj Cherubal, Director Projects, Chennai City Connect; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; and Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture.
The panel moderated by Sanjay Rao Chaganti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI, engaged a discussion encompassing a broad spectrum of ideological perspectives on the future of cities, the quality of our life today, the importance of personal leadership and social space, the relationship between spatial planning, urban development and architecture and tips and measures to avoid unsustainable development of a city.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group said "Inno BYC is essentially a citizen's forum which will become a repository of ideas and opinions, a few of which could be those magic solutions we are looking for our chronic problems. We have been working on creating a platform, where citizens can share and debate with each other, opinions and ideas to make Chennai a better city."
About Inno BYC
Inno BYC is a platform for participatory citizenship and a social initiative promoted by Inno Group. It is a platform that integrates the social and cultural aspects of the cityscape with the voice of the citizen. BYC is a forum to discuss projects, designs and plans for making cities resilient and sustainable, document and disseminate good practices.
For further details and participation, please log on to www.buildyourcity.in
About Inno Group:
Inno is a global investment group focused on real estate with a footprint across Europe, Middle East and India. Inno has an enviable portfolio that spans the entire spectrum of the business - from Investments to Fund Management to Advisory to Development across residential, commercial, industrial & infrastructure. Website: www.innogroupholdings.com
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Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group
Left to Right - Sanjay Rao Changanti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI; Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture; Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; Raj Cherubal Director Projects, Chennai City Connect
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Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group
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Left to Right - Sanjay Rao Changanti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI; Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture; Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; Raj Cherubal Director Projects, Chennai City Connect
CONTACT DETAILS
Zamira Tasneem, 20:20 MSL, +91 9790908177
Janakiram Sampath, 20:20 MSL, +91 9790929757
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, LIFESTYLE, BUSINESS SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, MEDIA, REAL ESTATE
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Source: Inno Group
Thursday, March 29, 2012 11:46 AM IST (06:16 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Lifestyle; Business: Business services, Construction, Media & entertainment, Real estate
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Inno Group Launches Inno BYC (Build Your City)
A platform for participatory citizenship; Flags off the initiative with a panel discussion on "Building Sustainable Cities" with Chetan Bhagat and other expert speakers
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Thursday, March 29, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Inno Group, a global investment firm focused on real estate with operations in Europe, Middle East and India announced the launch of Inno BYC (Build Your City) initiative, in Chennai today. Inno BYC is a platform for participatory citizenship and a social initiative promoted by Inno. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group, in the presence of prominent city enthusiasts and urban conscious Chennaites. The event officially unveiled the Inno BYC website, logo and anthem, spearheading the first of its kind of initiative in the city.
Inno BYC seeks to be a sounding board for new ideas and a platform to fashion solutions to the problems afflicting Indian cities. It is a forum that integrates the social and cultural aspects of the cityscape with the voice of the citizen, to discuss projects, designs and plans for making cities resilient and sustainable, document and disseminate good practices.
The launch was kick-started by a stimulating speech by Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker, on "The City of the Future", on his perspective on how he envisions tomorrow's cities, followed by an exhilarating panel discussion on "Building Sustainable Cities", with renowned speakers such as Chetan Bhagat; Raj Cherubal, Director Projects, Chennai City Connect; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; and Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture.
The panel moderated by Sanjay Rao Chaganti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI, engaged a discussion encompassing a broad spectrum of ideological perspectives on the future of cities, the quality of our life today, the importance of personal leadership and social space, the relationship between spatial planning, urban development and architecture and tips and measures to avoid unsustainable development of a city.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group said "Inno BYC is essentially a citizen's forum which will become a repository of ideas and opinions, a few of which could be those magic solutions we are looking for our chronic problems. We have been working on creating a platform, where citizens can share and debate with each other, opinions and ideas to make Chennai a better city."
About Inno BYC
Inno BYC is a platform for participatory citizenship and a social initiative promoted by Inno Group. It is a platform that integrates the social and cultural aspects of the cityscape with the voice of the citizen. BYC is a forum to discuss projects, designs and plans for making cities resilient and sustainable, document and disseminate good practices.
For further details and participation, please log on to www.buildyourcity.in
About Inno Group:
Inno is a global investment group focused on real estate with a footprint across Europe, Middle East and India. Inno has an enviable portfolio that spans the entire spectrum of the business - from Investments to Fund Management to Advisory to Development across residential, commercial, industrial & infrastructure. Website: www.innogroupholdings.com
To view the photograph, please click on the link given below:
Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group
Left to Right - Sanjay Rao Changanti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI; Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture; Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; Raj Cherubal Director Projects, Chennai City Connect
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Mr. Rajamannar Ramaswamy, Group Managing Director, Inno Group
http://www.BusinessWireIndia.com/attachments/Pic2(79).jpg
Left to Right - Sanjay Rao Changanti, Senior Tech, Advisor Asia & Eastern Europe, PSI; Yamna Sathak, Student of Architecture; Chetan Bhagat, Novelist and Motivational Speaker; M B Nirmal, Founder, Exnora International; Raja Krishnamoorthy, Management Consultant and Film Personality; Nanditha Krishna, Director, The C.P Ramaswami Aiyar Foundation; Raj Cherubal Director Projects, Chennai City Connect
CONTACT DETAILS
Zamira Tasneem, 20:20 MSL, +91 9790908177
Janakiram Sampath, 20:20 MSL, +91 9790929757
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, LIFESTYLE, BUSINESS SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, MEDIA, REAL ESTATE
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
BWI: American Companies Drive Social Responsibility Programs Across India
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India)
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 04:19 PM IST (10:49 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Social issues; Business: Business services, Media & entertainment; Healthcare
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American Companies Drive Social Responsibility Programs Across India
Impact to economic development and improvement in the quality of life across multiple sectors
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- The U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Mr. John Bryson, today released a compendium on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives of American firms in India, published by The American Chamber of Commerce in India (Amcham). This compendium presents select CSR initiatives undertaken by American companies in India focused in the areas of social infrastructure, education, water conservation, rain water harvesting, healthcare delivery, gender diversity and disaster relief programs among others.
These initiatives have made a significant impact in terms of indirect job creation, growth of private equity funding, improving the livelihood standards of rural communities, and reducing the knowledge gap, thus contributing towards Indian society at large.
CSR has become an integral part of a large number of companies, reflecting their commitment to the society. Companies have realized that CSR is an investment with multiple benefits for the corporate sector and is no longer viewed as a liability on corporate resources. Amcham is presenting this compendium to recognize the contributions made by U.S. companies to good governance and democratic principles covering a range of activities from raising living standards; combating disease, enhancing literacy levels and adopting ethical business practices.
Mr. A. Vaidheesh, Managing Director, Johnson & Johnson Medical India, who directed and guided this initiative at Amcham says, "The initiatives of the U.S. companies impact tens of thousands of lives by providing jobs, improving livelihood though financial aid and skill development." He added, "For most companies CSR has become a strategy to positively impact their chosen communities with affordable healthcare, women's empowerment; environment and water conservation."
The publication will serve as a useful guide for successful replication of these CSR activities by other companies in India.
About Amcham:
The American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India) is an association of American business organizations operating in India. AMCHAM - India is accredited to the Chamber of Commerce of USA, Washington DC, U.S.A. (COCUSA). It is also a full member of the Asia Pacific Council of American Chambers of Commerce (APCAC).
Established in 1992, AMCHAM has around 500 members. Companies of US origin make up about 95 percent of membership, the remaining being individual or honorary members.
CONTACT DETAILS
Madhvi Kataria, Deputy Executive Director, American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India), +91 (11) 2652 5201/ 2652 5202, madhvi.kataria@amchamindia.com
Aseem Das, The PRactice, +91 9311965186, aseem@the-practice.net
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, SOCIAL, BUSINESS SERVICES, MEDIA, HEALTHCARE
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Source: American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India)
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 04:19 PM IST (10:49 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Social issues; Business: Business services, Media & entertainment; Healthcare
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American Companies Drive Social Responsibility Programs Across India
Impact to economic development and improvement in the quality of life across multiple sectors
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- The U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Mr. John Bryson, today released a compendium on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives of American firms in India, published by The American Chamber of Commerce in India (Amcham). This compendium presents select CSR initiatives undertaken by American companies in India focused in the areas of social infrastructure, education, water conservation, rain water harvesting, healthcare delivery, gender diversity and disaster relief programs among others.
These initiatives have made a significant impact in terms of indirect job creation, growth of private equity funding, improving the livelihood standards of rural communities, and reducing the knowledge gap, thus contributing towards Indian society at large.
CSR has become an integral part of a large number of companies, reflecting their commitment to the society. Companies have realized that CSR is an investment with multiple benefits for the corporate sector and is no longer viewed as a liability on corporate resources. Amcham is presenting this compendium to recognize the contributions made by U.S. companies to good governance and democratic principles covering a range of activities from raising living standards; combating disease, enhancing literacy levels and adopting ethical business practices.
Mr. A. Vaidheesh, Managing Director, Johnson & Johnson Medical India, who directed and guided this initiative at Amcham says, "The initiatives of the U.S. companies impact tens of thousands of lives by providing jobs, improving livelihood though financial aid and skill development." He added, "For most companies CSR has become a strategy to positively impact their chosen communities with affordable healthcare, women's empowerment; environment and water conservation."
The publication will serve as a useful guide for successful replication of these CSR activities by other companies in India.
About Amcham:
The American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India) is an association of American business organizations operating in India. AMCHAM - India is accredited to the Chamber of Commerce of USA, Washington DC, U.S.A. (COCUSA). It is also a full member of the Asia Pacific Council of American Chambers of Commerce (APCAC).
Established in 1992, AMCHAM has around 500 members. Companies of US origin make up about 95 percent of membership, the remaining being individual or honorary members.
CONTACT DETAILS
Madhvi Kataria, Deputy Executive Director, American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM - India), +91 (11) 2652 5201/ 2652 5202, madhvi.kataria@amchamindia.com
Aseem Das, The PRactice, +91 9311965186, aseem@the-practice.net
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, SOCIAL, BUSINESS SERVICES, MEDIA, HEALTHCARE
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BWI: Raytheon begins Procuring Parts for India’s Munitions Control Unit
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Raytheon
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 02:53 PM IST (09:23 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy; Business: Business services, Defence & security, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups; Technology
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Raytheon begins Procuring Parts for India's Munitions Control Unit
MCU will enable Indian Air Force Jaguar aircraft to employ modern precision weapons
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has started procuring components required to build the Munitions Control Units for 126 of the Indian Air Force's Jaguar Darin II attack aircraft.
The MCU enables integration of modern weapons on legacy aircraft with minimal to no modifications to aircraft wiring and the flight or stores management software. The MCU's compact size enables it to be located in a weapons pylon or avionics bay of a legacy aircraft. From there, it interfaces between "smart" weapons and the existing software of a legacy aircraft.
"Providing the IAF the capability to enhance their Jaguar fleet is the latest chapter in Raytheon's six-decade history of trusted partnership in India," said Harry Schulte, Raytheon Missile Systems' vice president of Air Warfare Systems. "MCU will give the Jaguar the capability to employ 'smart' or 'advanced' weapons like the Joint Standoff Weapon, Maverick missile, PavewayT precision-guided munition and AIM-9M Sidewinder air-to-air missile."
Raytheon was awarded a contract to build the MCU in 2011, and funding was authorized for the system in 2012. In anticipation of the contract, Raytheon began preliminary work to integrate MCU on Jaguar in 2008.
About the Munitions Control Unit
-- Dimensions: approximately 13 by 6 by 3 inches and weighs roughly 6 pounds.
-- Enables integration of modern weapons on legacy aircraft.
-- Requires minimal modifications to aircraft wiring and no changes to the flight or stores management software.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2011 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 90 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 71,000 people worldwide. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.com and follow us on Twitter at @raytheon.
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Munitions Control Unit
Datasheet
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CONTACT DETAILS
Mike Nachshen, Raytheon, +1.520.269.5697, rmspr@raytheon.com
Abhishek Puri, IPAN Hill & Knowlton, +91 9810204659, apuri@ipanhillandknowlton.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, BUSINESS SERVICES, DEFENCE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Raytheon
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 02:53 PM IST (09:23 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy; Business: Business services, Defence & security, Heavy industries, Major diversified industrial groups; Technology
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Raytheon begins Procuring Parts for India's Munitions Control Unit
MCU will enable Indian Air Force Jaguar aircraft to employ modern precision weapons
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) has started procuring components required to build the Munitions Control Units for 126 of the Indian Air Force's Jaguar Darin II attack aircraft.
The MCU enables integration of modern weapons on legacy aircraft with minimal to no modifications to aircraft wiring and the flight or stores management software. The MCU's compact size enables it to be located in a weapons pylon or avionics bay of a legacy aircraft. From there, it interfaces between "smart" weapons and the existing software of a legacy aircraft.
"Providing the IAF the capability to enhance their Jaguar fleet is the latest chapter in Raytheon's six-decade history of trusted partnership in India," said Harry Schulte, Raytheon Missile Systems' vice president of Air Warfare Systems. "MCU will give the Jaguar the capability to employ 'smart' or 'advanced' weapons like the Joint Standoff Weapon, Maverick missile, PavewayT precision-guided munition and AIM-9M Sidewinder air-to-air missile."
Raytheon was awarded a contract to build the MCU in 2011, and funding was authorized for the system in 2012. In anticipation of the contract, Raytheon began preliminary work to integrate MCU on Jaguar in 2008.
About the Munitions Control Unit
-- Dimensions: approximately 13 by 6 by 3 inches and weighs roughly 6 pounds.
-- Enables integration of modern weapons on legacy aircraft.
-- Requires minimal modifications to aircraft wiring and no changes to the flight or stores management software.
About Raytheon
Raytheon Company, with 2011 sales of $25 billion, is a technology and innovation leader specializing in defense, homeland security and other government markets throughout the world. With a history of innovation spanning 90 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration and other capabilities in the areas of sensing; effects; and command, control, communications and intelligence systems, as well as a broad range of mission support services. With headquarters in Waltham, Mass., Raytheon employs 71,000 people worldwide. For more about Raytheon, visit us at www.raytheon.com and follow us on Twitter at @raytheon.
To view the photograph and datasheet, please click on the links given below:
Munitions Control Unit
Datasheet
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Pic(165).JPG
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MCU_datasheet.pdf
CONTACT DETAILS
Mike Nachshen, Raytheon, +1.520.269.5697, rmspr@raytheon.com
Abhishek Puri, IPAN Hill & Knowlton, +91 9810204659, apuri@ipanhillandknowlton.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, BUSINESS SERVICES, DEFENCE, HEAVY INDUSTRIES, GROUPS, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Unlock a Ducati Monster with Shell Advance
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Shell Lubricants
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 01:56 PM IST (08:26 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Automotives, Business services, Energy companies, Media & entertainment; Automotive
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Unlock a Ducati Monster with Shell Advance
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- -- An exclusive opportunity for customers of Shell Advance Motorcycle Oils to unlock a Brand New Ducati Monster 795
-- 12 other bikes and assured cash prizes on offer
-- Offer available on its range of Shell Advance AX5 motorcycle Oils
Shell Lubricants, the global market leader in lubricants, has announced the launch of a unique and exciting campaign exclusively for its customers with its range of motorcycle oils - Shell Advance. Aptly titled - "Will your lucky key unlock a Ducati", this promotion offers a never before opportunity to its customers to win a Ducati Monster 795 , along with a host of other gifts on offer like assured cash or 12 other bikes. To win a chance, customers need to purchase a pack of Shell Advance AX5 (900 ml or 1L ), scratch the label and a lucky few who get an exclusive key need to sms the unique code on the key to 58888. This offer is valid till 30th June , 2012.
"Shell Lubricants has always strived to offer unique experiences to its customers through its promotions and initiatives. This latest Shell Advance promotion builds on the success of the past two years. 2009's 'Can You Keep Up with Me?" and the 'Shell Advance Seven Riding Wonders of the World' have helped to bring Shell Advance closer to bikers. This years' 'Will your lucky key unlock a Ducati" promotion will give more reasons for bikers to try Shell Advance in their engines" said Mr. Nitin Prasad, Country Head - Lubricants, Shell India Markets Pvt. Ltd.
Shell Advance's latest campaign is a path-breaking initiative as no brand in this category has ever offered a Ducati Monster 795 or 12 other bikes as a part of promotional campaigns. There are simultaneous trade offers for dealers & workshops.
Alongside our commitment to Shell Advance users the world over, Shell and Ducati have a commitment to each other and work hand-in-hand to deliver increased performance and efficiency in all road and race products. So whether you're Valentino Rossi challenging for the top step of the podium or taking your motorcycle to work, Shell Advance's RCE (Responsiveness, Control and Enjoyment) technology will help you along the way.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Shell has been one of the world leaders in motor oil research for nearly 100 years, always at the sharp end of motorsport. Shell's technical partnership with Ducati has been instrumental in the development of Shell Advance, the only motor oil recommended by Ducati. Shell Advance helps bikes to stay in peak condition and makes them respond to the slightest touch and enables bikers to continue to feel a deep sense of joy and energy from their bike. The Shell Advance range is available in four clearly tiered and easily differentiated products designed for specific types of bikes and varying performance requirements.
About Shell Lubricants
The term 'Shell Lubricants' collectively refers to Shell Group companies engaged in the lubricants business. They manufacture and blend products for use in a range of applications from consumer motoring to mining and power generation to commercial transport. Shell's portfolio of lubricant brands includes Pennzoil®, Quaker State®, Shell Rotella T, Shell Helix, Shell Rimula, Shell Tellus, Monarch, a portfolio of car care products and Jiffy Lube®. Shell has leading lubricants research centres around the world: in Germany, Japan, UK, and the US, plus a new presence in India. For the fifth consecutive year, Shell is the number one global lubricants supplier - selling more lubricants in 2010 than any other company in the world, with a 13% share of the market i volume terms (according to Independent worldwide consulting and research firm, Kline & Company).
About Shell Lubricants India
Shell Lubricants India is a 100% subsidiary of Shell. Shell Lubricants' India operations demonstrate Shell's long-term commitment to India and its support for the country's increasing energy needs. Going forward, the company expects to see much greater availability of Shell lubricants and faster growth in the market as it wins new customers. Shell Lubricants' customers in India include Wartsila, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Ford and Thermax.
CONTACT DETAILS
Pallavi Sharma, 20:20 MSL, +91 8447720042, pallavi.sharma@2020mls.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, AUTOMOTIVE, BUSINESS SERVICES, ENERGY, MEDIA, AUTOMOTIVE
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Source: Shell Lubricants
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 01:56 PM IST (08:26 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Automotives, Business services, Energy companies, Media & entertainment; Automotive
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Unlock a Ducati Monster with Shell Advance
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- -- An exclusive opportunity for customers of Shell Advance Motorcycle Oils to unlock a Brand New Ducati Monster 795
-- 12 other bikes and assured cash prizes on offer
-- Offer available on its range of Shell Advance AX5 motorcycle Oils
Shell Lubricants, the global market leader in lubricants, has announced the launch of a unique and exciting campaign exclusively for its customers with its range of motorcycle oils - Shell Advance. Aptly titled - "Will your lucky key unlock a Ducati", this promotion offers a never before opportunity to its customers to win a Ducati Monster 795 , along with a host of other gifts on offer like assured cash or 12 other bikes. To win a chance, customers need to purchase a pack of Shell Advance AX5 (900 ml or 1L ), scratch the label and a lucky few who get an exclusive key need to sms the unique code on the key to 58888. This offer is valid till 30th June , 2012.
"Shell Lubricants has always strived to offer unique experiences to its customers through its promotions and initiatives. This latest Shell Advance promotion builds on the success of the past two years. 2009's 'Can You Keep Up with Me?" and the 'Shell Advance Seven Riding Wonders of the World' have helped to bring Shell Advance closer to bikers. This years' 'Will your lucky key unlock a Ducati" promotion will give more reasons for bikers to try Shell Advance in their engines" said Mr. Nitin Prasad, Country Head - Lubricants, Shell India Markets Pvt. Ltd.
Shell Advance's latest campaign is a path-breaking initiative as no brand in this category has ever offered a Ducati Monster 795 or 12 other bikes as a part of promotional campaigns. There are simultaneous trade offers for dealers & workshops.
Alongside our commitment to Shell Advance users the world over, Shell and Ducati have a commitment to each other and work hand-in-hand to deliver increased performance and efficiency in all road and race products. So whether you're Valentino Rossi challenging for the top step of the podium or taking your motorcycle to work, Shell Advance's RCE (Responsiveness, Control and Enjoyment) technology will help you along the way.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Shell has been one of the world leaders in motor oil research for nearly 100 years, always at the sharp end of motorsport. Shell's technical partnership with Ducati has been instrumental in the development of Shell Advance, the only motor oil recommended by Ducati. Shell Advance helps bikes to stay in peak condition and makes them respond to the slightest touch and enables bikers to continue to feel a deep sense of joy and energy from their bike. The Shell Advance range is available in four clearly tiered and easily differentiated products designed for specific types of bikes and varying performance requirements.
About Shell Lubricants
The term 'Shell Lubricants' collectively refers to Shell Group companies engaged in the lubricants business. They manufacture and blend products for use in a range of applications from consumer motoring to mining and power generation to commercial transport. Shell's portfolio of lubricant brands includes Pennzoil®, Quaker State®, Shell Rotella T, Shell Helix, Shell Rimula, Shell Tellus, Monarch, a portfolio of car care products and Jiffy Lube®. Shell has leading lubricants research centres around the world: in Germany, Japan, UK, and the US, plus a new presence in India. For the fifth consecutive year, Shell is the number one global lubricants supplier - selling more lubricants in 2010 than any other company in the world, with a 13% share of the market i volume terms (according to Independent worldwide consulting and research firm, Kline & Company).
About Shell Lubricants India
Shell Lubricants India is a 100% subsidiary of Shell. Shell Lubricants' India operations demonstrate Shell's long-term commitment to India and its support for the country's increasing energy needs. Going forward, the company expects to see much greater availability of Shell lubricants and faster growth in the market as it wins new customers. Shell Lubricants' customers in India include Wartsila, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Ford and Thermax.
CONTACT DETAILS
Pallavi Sharma, 20:20 MSL, +91 8447720042, pallavi.sharma@2020mls.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, AUTOMOTIVE, BUSINESS SERVICES, ENERGY, MEDIA, AUTOMOTIVE
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BWI: CarDekho.com Turns 4, Comes out with a Facelift
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: CarDekho.com
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 11:22 AM IST (05:52 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Automotives, Business services, Media & entertainment, Retailers; Automotive
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CarDekho.com Turns 4, Comes out with a Facelift
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- CarDekho.com, the No. 1 auto portal in India has completed four successful years since its inception in 2008. On the occasion, the company has launched a new and refreshing User Interface. As CarDekho.com enters its fifth year, the website has forayed into various other gamut of service for car buyers and dealers like new car buying, car finance, car insurance, used cars, exchange, etc.
Refreshing Look and highly usable functionality
The stylish new homepage with its increased usability and new features gives an in-depth knowledge about all new/used cars and their details. Currently, a user on an average spends over 8 minutes on CarDekho. The desired information required to finalize a car is just a click away using the intuitive features of the site.
CarDekho fact-sheet:
-- Over 3.5 million users reach out to CarDekho every month
-- Fastest auto portal to achieve 3 crore unique visitor mark earlier this Jan
-- India's largest stock of used cars with nearly 30,000 listings of active sellers
-- Hundreds of used and new car dealers across the country use CarDekho services
-- Used car dealers enrolled at CarDekho have increased their sales by 20%
-- 5000-6000 used cars listed in CarDekho's sell car section are sold every month
-- Over 15,000 new car on-road price quotes are requested everyday
-- CarDekho facilitates car loans in over 25 cities and offers loan disbursal with a turnaround time of less than two days
CarDekho solution for Car Buyers
CarDekho.com is the first step in the ladder for every user while buying a car. According to Amit Jain, the CEO, "It has been a tremendous run in the last 4 years. We stand committed to make car buying even simpler and friendly with best deals available in the market. I am very excited to see the growth in the price quotes generated for new cars as well as the huge increase in both sellers and buyers in used car section at CarDekho. This clearly indicates how the trends are clearly shifting to online research for buying both used and new cars. Our new UI bundled with array of services for car buying will ensure end to end solutions for car buyers. We want to touch each and every car buyer in India and help them choose the most suitable car. "
CarDekho future growth strategy
The website has seen enormous growth over last 4 years and looks forward to continue the winning streak. Speaking on the future endeavors Rohit Dangayach, Director Sales said, "We are spreading our services of new and used car buying, car finance and insurance, pan-India. We are aggressively reaching out to all channels in the car sales industry and offering them what they need to scale up their businesses multi-fold. Our success lies in success of all our partners and we will become the most important source of leads for everyone in the industry."
Reducing the gap between Car Buyers and Car Makers
Not just the dealers but Car Makers have also benefited in selling cars through our site. For some Auto Manufacturers, CarDekho team is helping them sell their cars pan-India. Anurag Jain, the COO said, "Car manufacturers and dealers will focus on online channels like CarDekho to increase their sales. Online portals will play a crucial role in their marketing strategies. The number of people researching cars on portals and the effect on their car buying decision has increased significantly. With the increase in internet penetration in India, this will only grow bigger. CarDekho hand holds the customers right from their research stage till the delivery of their desired car at their doorsteps, thus helping car manufacturers sell more cars pan-India".
About CarDekho.com
CarDekho is India's most popular car portal and helps its users with car research, finance, insurance and any other aspect of car buying with the best possible deals through its exclusive tie-ups with car manufacturers, finance and insurance companies.
CarDekho is owned by GirnarSoft Automobiles Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Girnar Software Pvt. Ltd. Girnar Software is Rajasthan's leading IT company and operates other popular portals like PriceDekho.com, BikeDekho.com and more. CarDekho was awarded the most popular website of 2011, and best automotive website of 2009 by online research agency MetrixLab.
CONTACT DETAILS
Suchita Sanghi, Head - Sales & Alliances, CarDekho.com, +91 9001866999, business@girnarsoft.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, AUTOMOTIVE, BUSINESS SERVICES, MEDIA, RETAIL, AUTOMOTIVE
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Source: CarDekho.com
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 11:22 AM IST (05:52 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Automotives, Business services, Media & entertainment, Retailers; Automotive
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CarDekho.com Turns 4, Comes out with a Facelift
Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- CarDekho.com, the No. 1 auto portal in India has completed four successful years since its inception in 2008. On the occasion, the company has launched a new and refreshing User Interface. As CarDekho.com enters its fifth year, the website has forayed into various other gamut of service for car buyers and dealers like new car buying, car finance, car insurance, used cars, exchange, etc.
Refreshing Look and highly usable functionality
The stylish new homepage with its increased usability and new features gives an in-depth knowledge about all new/used cars and their details. Currently, a user on an average spends over 8 minutes on CarDekho. The desired information required to finalize a car is just a click away using the intuitive features of the site.
CarDekho fact-sheet:
-- Over 3.5 million users reach out to CarDekho every month
-- Fastest auto portal to achieve 3 crore unique visitor mark earlier this Jan
-- India's largest stock of used cars with nearly 30,000 listings of active sellers
-- Hundreds of used and new car dealers across the country use CarDekho services
-- Used car dealers enrolled at CarDekho have increased their sales by 20%
-- 5000-6000 used cars listed in CarDekho's sell car section are sold every month
-- Over 15,000 new car on-road price quotes are requested everyday
-- CarDekho facilitates car loans in over 25 cities and offers loan disbursal with a turnaround time of less than two days
CarDekho solution for Car Buyers
CarDekho.com is the first step in the ladder for every user while buying a car. According to Amit Jain, the CEO, "It has been a tremendous run in the last 4 years. We stand committed to make car buying even simpler and friendly with best deals available in the market. I am very excited to see the growth in the price quotes generated for new cars as well as the huge increase in both sellers and buyers in used car section at CarDekho. This clearly indicates how the trends are clearly shifting to online research for buying both used and new cars. Our new UI bundled with array of services for car buying will ensure end to end solutions for car buyers. We want to touch each and every car buyer in India and help them choose the most suitable car. "
CarDekho future growth strategy
The website has seen enormous growth over last 4 years and looks forward to continue the winning streak. Speaking on the future endeavors Rohit Dangayach, Director Sales said, "We are spreading our services of new and used car buying, car finance and insurance, pan-India. We are aggressively reaching out to all channels in the car sales industry and offering them what they need to scale up their businesses multi-fold. Our success lies in success of all our partners and we will become the most important source of leads for everyone in the industry."
Reducing the gap between Car Buyers and Car Makers
Not just the dealers but Car Makers have also benefited in selling cars through our site. For some Auto Manufacturers, CarDekho team is helping them sell their cars pan-India. Anurag Jain, the COO said, "Car manufacturers and dealers will focus on online channels like CarDekho to increase their sales. Online portals will play a crucial role in their marketing strategies. The number of people researching cars on portals and the effect on their car buying decision has increased significantly. With the increase in internet penetration in India, this will only grow bigger. CarDekho hand holds the customers right from their research stage till the delivery of their desired car at their doorsteps, thus helping car manufacturers sell more cars pan-India".
About CarDekho.com
CarDekho is India's most popular car portal and helps its users with car research, finance, insurance and any other aspect of car buying with the best possible deals through its exclusive tie-ups with car manufacturers, finance and insurance companies.
CarDekho is owned by GirnarSoft Automobiles Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Girnar Software Pvt. Ltd. Girnar Software is Rajasthan's leading IT company and operates other popular portals like PriceDekho.com, BikeDekho.com and more. CarDekho was awarded the most popular website of 2011, and best automotive website of 2009 by online research agency MetrixLab.
CONTACT DETAILS
Suchita Sanghi, Head - Sales & Alliances, CarDekho.com, +91 9001866999, business@girnarsoft.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, AUTOMOTIVE, BUSINESS SERVICES, MEDIA, RETAIL, AUTOMOTIVE
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BWI: Transparent Energy to Boost Profitability with Infor
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Infor
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 11:10 AM IST (05:40 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology; Technology
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Transparent Energy to Boost Profitability with Infor
More Productivity and Controlled Waste with Infor ERP and PLM Solutions
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Infor, a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, today announced the successful implementation of Infor10 ERP Enterprise (LN) with PLM (product lifecycle management) at Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. Transparent Energy Systems, is a technology leader in the area of waste heat recovery systems, ammonia absorption refrigeration plants and other industrial processes for conservation of water, energy and environment. Transparent Energy Systems has been in the business for more than 25 years, and has many of products and systems patented.
News Points
-- Transparent Energy Systems went live with Infor10 ERP Enterprise and PLM replacing a Tally ERP solution which Transparent Energy Systems had outgrown. The new Infor system went live for 100 ERP users and 15 PLM users.
-- Transparent Energy Systems choose Infor10 ERP Enterprise for its extremely rich and deep "turnkey projects functionality" specific to many Transparent projects with bare minimal customizations. As a result Transparent Energy Systems can now capture multiple details and generate various financial reports to comply with company and government regulations.
-- Transparent Energy Systems had the advantage of packaged integration between ERP Enterprise and PLM to support 15 PLM users.
Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. quote:
"The existing systems could not sustain our growth in business requirements. With Infor10 ERP Enterprise we can track right from engineering to final dispatch, which enables us to reduce time, material waste and delivery times, impacting productivity and profitability positively. The additional web client functionality enabled for a quick, easy and user friendly information transfer between all users across two of our manufacturing sites in Maharashtra and at our head office in Pune," says, Archana Kulkarni, Manager- Cost Monitoring, Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. "The direct involvement from the Infor consulting team through the implementation and project management stages generated valuable returns.'"
Infor quote:
"Our approach is to provide customers with industry-specific software applications that require minimal modifications and meet the needs of our customers in their specific industries," said Mr. Souma Das, Vice President, Sales and Managing Director, India, Infor. "Our competitors have created an environment of shipping incomplete software that requires extensive, expensive system integration work to make the software meet their needs. We feel that approach is not in the best interests of customers like Transparent Energy Systems and we are determined to change the enterprise applications industry in India."
Additional Resources
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-- Infor10 - www.infor.com/solutions/infor10/
-- Infor10 ERP Enterprise (LN)http://www.infor.com/product_summary/erp/ln/
About Infor
Infor is a leading provider of business software and services, helping more than 70,000 customers in 164 countries improve operations and drive growth. To learn more about Infor, please visit www.infor.com.
CONTACT DETAILS
Varun Vishwanath, 20:20 MSL, +91 9930104931, varun.vishwanath@2020msl.com
Richa Patel, 20:20 MSL, +91 9769750101, richa.patel@2020msl.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Infor
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 11:10 AM IST (05:40 AM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Business services, Information technology; Technology
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Transparent Energy to Boost Profitability with Infor
More Productivity and Controlled Waste with Infor ERP and PLM Solutions
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Wednesday, March 28, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Infor, a leading provider of business application software serving more than 70,000 customers, today announced the successful implementation of Infor10 ERP Enterprise (LN) with PLM (product lifecycle management) at Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. Transparent Energy Systems, is a technology leader in the area of waste heat recovery systems, ammonia absorption refrigeration plants and other industrial processes for conservation of water, energy and environment. Transparent Energy Systems has been in the business for more than 25 years, and has many of products and systems patented.
News Points
-- Transparent Energy Systems went live with Infor10 ERP Enterprise and PLM replacing a Tally ERP solution which Transparent Energy Systems had outgrown. The new Infor system went live for 100 ERP users and 15 PLM users.
-- Transparent Energy Systems choose Infor10 ERP Enterprise for its extremely rich and deep "turnkey projects functionality" specific to many Transparent projects with bare minimal customizations. As a result Transparent Energy Systems can now capture multiple details and generate various financial reports to comply with company and government regulations.
-- Transparent Energy Systems had the advantage of packaged integration between ERP Enterprise and PLM to support 15 PLM users.
Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. quote:
"The existing systems could not sustain our growth in business requirements. With Infor10 ERP Enterprise we can track right from engineering to final dispatch, which enables us to reduce time, material waste and delivery times, impacting productivity and profitability positively. The additional web client functionality enabled for a quick, easy and user friendly information transfer between all users across two of our manufacturing sites in Maharashtra and at our head office in Pune," says, Archana Kulkarni, Manager- Cost Monitoring, Transparent Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. "The direct involvement from the Infor consulting team through the implementation and project management stages generated valuable returns.'"
Infor quote:
"Our approach is to provide customers with industry-specific software applications that require minimal modifications and meet the needs of our customers in their specific industries," said Mr. Souma Das, Vice President, Sales and Managing Director, India, Infor. "Our competitors have created an environment of shipping incomplete software that requires extensive, expensive system integration work to make the software meet their needs. We feel that approach is not in the best interests of customers like Transparent Energy Systems and we are determined to change the enterprise applications industry in India."
Additional Resources
Note: registration may be required to access online content
-- Infor10 - www.infor.com/solutions/infor10/
-- Infor10 ERP Enterprise (LN)http://www.infor.com/product_summary/erp/ln/
About Infor
Infor is a leading provider of business software and services, helping more than 70,000 customers in 164 countries improve operations and drive growth. To learn more about Infor, please visit www.infor.com.
CONTACT DETAILS
Varun Vishwanath, 20:20 MSL, +91 9930104931, varun.vishwanath@2020msl.com
Richa Patel, 20:20 MSL, +91 9769750101, richa.patel@2020msl.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, TECHNOLOGY
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012
BWI: Sify Technologies Announces Agreement to Sell its Entire Stake in MF Global India for all Cash Deal
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Sify Limited
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 07:18 PM IST (01:48 PM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Banking & financial services, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Sify Technologies Announces Agreement to Sell its Entire Stake in MF Global India for all Cash Deal
Transaction awaiting regulatory and statutory approvals
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Tuesday, March 27, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ Global Markets: SIFY), a leader in Managed Enterprise, Network and ICT Services in India, today announced that they have reached an agreement for sale of their entire stake in MF Global Sify Securities India Pvt Ltd. for an all cash deal. According to the terms of the agreement entered with MF Global Sify Securities India Pvt Ltd., MF Global Overseas Limited and PhillipCapital Group, the Singapore based financial services company, through its related companies, will buy a majority stake in MF Global Sify Securities India Private Limited. The transaction is subject to regulatory and statutory approvals in the respective countries.
About Sify Technologies
Sify is among the largest Managed Enterprise, Network and IT Services companies in India, offering end-to-end solutions with a comprehensive range of products delivered over a common telecom data network infrastructure reaching more than 710 cities and towns in India.
A significant part of the company's revenue is derived from Corporate Enterprise Services, which include Network and IT services, Connectivity, Security, Network management services, Enterprise applications, Hosting and Remote Infrastructure Management Services. Sify is a recognized ISO 9001:2008 certified service provider for network operations, data center operations and customer support, and for provisioning of VPNs, Internet bandwidth, VoIP solutions and integrated security solutions, and ISO / IEC 20000 - 1:2005 and ISO/IEC 27001:2005 certified for Internet Data Center operations. Sify has also built a credible reputation in the emerging Cloud Computing market and is today regarded as a domain leader. Sify has licenses to operate NLD (National Long Distance) and ILD (International Long Distance) services and offers VoIP back haul to long distance subscriber telephony services.
The company is also India's first enterprise managed services provider to launch a Security Operations Center (SOC) to deliver managed security services.
As a solutions provider, Software services develop applications and offers services to improve business efficiencies of its current clients and prospective client bases. Sify also offers services in the specialized domains of eLearning for-profit, not-for-profit and government institutions, both in India and globally.
With our Cable landing station and the partnerships inked with several cable companies globally, we are present in almost all the spheres of the ICT eco system.
The expanded Commercial and Consumer business addresses the burgeoning demands of the SMB/SOHO community. The business provides a whole host of services for the retail consumer on the Consumer cloud platform. Sify continues to provide broadband connections for home and at public access points. The portal side of the business operates two of the most popular portals in India, Sify.com and Samachar.com. For more information about Sify, visit www.sifycorp.com.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements contained herein are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. Sify undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements.
For a discussion of the risks associated with Sify's business, please see the discussion under the caption "Risk Factors" in the company's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2011, which has been filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and is available by accessing the database maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov, and Sify's other reports filed with the SEC.
CONTACT DETAILS
Mr. Praveen Krishna, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications, Sify Limited, +91 (44) 22540777 (extn.2055), praveen.krishna@sifycorp.com
Ms. Trúc Nguyen, Grayling Investor Relations, +1-646-284-9400 (ext. 418), truc.nguyen@grayling.com
Mr. Christopher Chu, Grayling Investor Relations, +1-646-284-9400 (ext. 426), christopher.chu@grayling.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BANKING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Sify Limited
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 07:18 PM IST (01:48 PM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest; Business: Banking & financial services, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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Sify Technologies Announces Agreement to Sell its Entire Stake in MF Global India for all Cash Deal
Transaction awaiting regulatory and statutory approvals
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Tuesday, March 27, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Sify Technologies Limited (NASDAQ Global Markets: SIFY), a leader in Managed Enterprise, Network and ICT Services in India, today announced that they have reached an agreement for sale of their entire stake in MF Global Sify Securities India Pvt Ltd. for an all cash deal. According to the terms of the agreement entered with MF Global Sify Securities India Pvt Ltd., MF Global Overseas Limited and PhillipCapital Group, the Singapore based financial services company, through its related companies, will buy a majority stake in MF Global Sify Securities India Private Limited. The transaction is subject to regulatory and statutory approvals in the respective countries.
About Sify Technologies
Sify is among the largest Managed Enterprise, Network and IT Services companies in India, offering end-to-end solutions with a comprehensive range of products delivered over a common telecom data network infrastructure reaching more than 710 cities and towns in India.
A significant part of the company's revenue is derived from Corporate Enterprise Services, which include Network and IT services, Connectivity, Security, Network management services, Enterprise applications, Hosting and Remote Infrastructure Management Services. Sify is a recognized ISO 9001:2008 certified service provider for network operations, data center operations and customer support, and for provisioning of VPNs, Internet bandwidth, VoIP solutions and integrated security solutions, and ISO / IEC 20000 - 1:2005 and ISO/IEC 27001:2005 certified for Internet Data Center operations. Sify has also built a credible reputation in the emerging Cloud Computing market and is today regarded as a domain leader. Sify has licenses to operate NLD (National Long Distance) and ILD (International Long Distance) services and offers VoIP back haul to long distance subscriber telephony services.
The company is also India's first enterprise managed services provider to launch a Security Operations Center (SOC) to deliver managed security services.
As a solutions provider, Software services develop applications and offers services to improve business efficiencies of its current clients and prospective client bases. Sify also offers services in the specialized domains of eLearning for-profit, not-for-profit and government institutions, both in India and globally.
With our Cable landing station and the partnerships inked with several cable companies globally, we are present in almost all the spheres of the ICT eco system.
The expanded Commercial and Consumer business addresses the burgeoning demands of the SMB/SOHO community. The business provides a whole host of services for the retail consumer on the Consumer cloud platform. Sify continues to provide broadband connections for home and at public access points. The portal side of the business operates two of the most popular portals in India, Sify.com and Samachar.com. For more information about Sify, visit www.sifycorp.com.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward-looking statements contained herein are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. Sify undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements.
For a discussion of the risks associated with Sify's business, please see the discussion under the caption "Risk Factors" in the company's Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2011, which has been filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and is available by accessing the database maintained by the SEC at www.sec.gov, and Sify's other reports filed with the SEC.
CONTACT DETAILS
Mr. Praveen Krishna, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications, Sify Limited, +91 (44) 22540777 (extn.2055), praveen.krishna@sifycorp.com
Ms. Trúc Nguyen, Grayling Investor Relations, +1-646-284-9400 (ext. 418), truc.nguyen@grayling.com
Mr. Christopher Chu, Grayling Investor Relations, +1-646-284-9400 (ext. 426), christopher.chu@grayling.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, BANKING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, MEDIA, TECHNOLOGY
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BWI: Better Resources and Technologies Lift Business Confidence in Backup and Disaster Recovery, Claims Acronis Survey
Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Acronis
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 07:06 PM IST (01:36 PM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy, People; Business: Banking & financial services, Business services, Information technology, Major diversified industrial groups, Telecommunications; Technology
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Better Resources and Technologies Lift Business Confidence in Backup and Disaster Recovery, Claims Acronis Survey
Confidence levels of 6000 SMBs worldwide increase 14% according to the Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index 2012; yet system downtime costing each firm on average USD$366,363 a year
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Tuesday, March 27, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Despite 2011 being one of the most tumultuous years on record, businesses around the world have grown in confidence about their ability to back up and then recover data and IT systems following a disaster.
According to the 2012 Acronis Global Disaster Recovery (DR) Index, businesses are on average 14% more confident in their backup and DR capabilities than they were compared to the previous year's result in the Index. Key to this rise is the perceived improvements in having the right resources (tools / environment) and the right technologies for the job. Confidence in these two criteria alone has more than doubled in the past 12 months.
Underlying this increase in confidence is the fact that 66% of businesses are checking their backup and disaster recovery plans more regularly, possibly as a consequence of the catastrophic natural disasters which hit most regions during 2011, including destructive flooding in Australia, Brazil and Thailand, deadly earthquakes in New Zealand and Turkey, storms costing billions in damages across the United States and the devastating tsunami in Japan from which some businesses are still yet to fully recover.
Despite an overall improvement in confidence, other more concerning findings from the survey of almost 6,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) in 18 countries include:
-- Flat budgets: businesses are spending the same on backup and DR year on year (10% of IT spend).
-- Almost half (47%) now feel that business executives are not supportive of their backup and disaster recovery operations.
-- Data growth continues unabated: a typical SMB creates almost 40TB of fresh data each year.
-- To err is human: 60% of those surveyed blame human error as the most common cause of system downtime.
-- The cost of failure: average system downtime lasts 2.2 days costing each business USD$366,363 each year in lost productivity.
Managing hybrid physical, virtual and cloud environments presents the biggest challenge
The vast majority (70%) of the IT managers surveyed agree that, for the second year running, their greatest challenge in a hybrid environment is moving data between physical, virtual and cloud environments. Yet the survey found that most businesses are still failing to consolidate their backup and disaster recovery tools to address this challenge. Most rely on multiple tools, with a third using three or more different solutions to protect their data. Over half (53%) use separate solutions for their physical and virtual environments.
The Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index Ranking
To create the Index, each country surveyed was ranked based on its average responses from 11 questions about their confidence in backup and DR readiness, capabilities and practices. Questions covered technology, resources, procedures and executive buy-in.
Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index
Commenting on the findings, Bill Taylor-Mountford, president for Asia Pacific, Acronis said: "The survey findings suggest that the natural disasters of 2011 have been a catalyst for positive change when it comes to most businesses testing their backup and DR operations. However, for all the positives in the survey, too many strategic-level negatives, such as failure to get executive buy-in and the use of multiple, disjointed solutions, linger when it comes to keeping the business-critical digital assets of a business secure, protected and immediately available, particularly in a hybrid world."
Notes to the editor:
The survey was conducted by the Ponemon Institute across 18 countries in September and October 2011. Over 6,000 IT practitioners were surveyed in small- to mid-market organisations with no more than 1,000 seats (no more than 500 seats in Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong). Details of how the index was calculated and where each country appears can be found here:
-- Full research report
-- Infographic report
This year an additional five countries were added to the report, over those surveyed in 2010. Comparisons in this press release are made year on year with the 13 original countries.
Tweet this: How much is downtime costing you? DR #Infographic #DRI
About Acronis
Acronis is a leading provider of easy-to-use disaster recovery and data protection solutions for physical, virtual and cloud environments. Its patented disk imaging technology enables corporations, SMBs and consumers to protect their digital assets. With Acronis' disaster recovery, deployment and migration software, users protect their digital information, maintain business continuity and reduce downtime. Acronis software is sold in more than 90 countries and available in up to 14 languages. For additional information, please visit www.acronis.com.sg. Follow Acronis on Twitter: http://twitter.com/acronis and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Acronis.APAC.
Acronis® is a registered trademark of Acronis Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
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CONTACT DETAILS
Tricia Sim, Acronis Asia Pte Ltd, +65 6496 9211, tricia.sim@acronis.com
Ameya Sirur, Bite Communications, +91 9899931853, ameya.sirur@bitecommunications.com
KEYWORDS
CONSUMER, ECONOMY, PEOPLE, BANKING, BUSINESS SERVICES, IT, GROUPS, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, TECHNOLOGY
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Source: Acronis
Tuesday, March 27, 2012 07:06 PM IST (01:36 PM GMT)
Editors: General: Consumer interest, Economy, People; Business: Banking & financial services, Business services, Information technology, Major diversified industrial groups, Telecommunications; Technology
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Better Resources and Technologies Lift Business Confidence in Backup and Disaster Recovery, Claims Acronis Survey
Confidence levels of 6000 SMBs worldwide increase 14% according to the Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index 2012; yet system downtime costing each firm on average USD$366,363 a year
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Tuesday, March 27, 2012 -- (Business Wire India) -- Despite 2011 being one of the most tumultuous years on record, businesses around the world have grown in confidence about their ability to back up and then recover data and IT systems following a disaster.
According to the 2012 Acronis Global Disaster Recovery (DR) Index, businesses are on average 14% more confident in their backup and DR capabilities than they were compared to the previous year's result in the Index. Key to this rise is the perceived improvements in having the right resources (tools / environment) and the right technologies for the job. Confidence in these two criteria alone has more than doubled in the past 12 months.
Underlying this increase in confidence is the fact that 66% of businesses are checking their backup and disaster recovery plans more regularly, possibly as a consequence of the catastrophic natural disasters which hit most regions during 2011, including destructive flooding in Australia, Brazil and Thailand, deadly earthquakes in New Zealand and Turkey, storms costing billions in damages across the United States and the devastating tsunami in Japan from which some businesses are still yet to fully recover.
Despite an overall improvement in confidence, other more concerning findings from the survey of almost 6,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) in 18 countries include:
-- Flat budgets: businesses are spending the same on backup and DR year on year (10% of IT spend).
-- Almost half (47%) now feel that business executives are not supportive of their backup and disaster recovery operations.
-- Data growth continues unabated: a typical SMB creates almost 40TB of fresh data each year.
-- To err is human: 60% of those surveyed blame human error as the most common cause of system downtime.
-- The cost of failure: average system downtime lasts 2.2 days costing each business USD$366,363 each year in lost productivity.
Managing hybrid physical, virtual and cloud environments presents the biggest challenge
The vast majority (70%) of the IT managers surveyed agree that, for the second year running, their greatest challenge in a hybrid environment is moving data between physical, virtual and cloud environments. Yet the survey found that most businesses are still failing to consolidate their backup and disaster recovery tools to address this challenge. Most rely on multiple tools, with a third using three or more different solutions to protect their data. Over half (53%) use separate solutions for their physical and virtual environments.
The Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index Ranking
To create the Index, each country surveyed was ranked based on its average responses from 11 questions about their confidence in backup and DR readiness, capabilities and practices. Questions covered technology, resources, procedures and executive buy-in.
Acronis Global Disaster Recovery Index
Commenting on the findings, Bill Taylor-Mountford, president for Asia Pacific, Acronis said: "The survey findings suggest that the natural disasters of 2011 have been a catalyst for positive change when it comes to most businesses testing their backup and DR operations. However, for all the positives in the survey, too many strategic-level negatives, such as failure to get executive buy-in and the use of multiple, disjointed solutions, linger when it comes to keeping the business-critical digital assets of a business secure, protected and immediately available, particularly in a hybrid world."
Notes to the editor:
The survey was conducted by the Ponemon Institute across 18 countries in September and October 2011. Over 6,000 IT practitioners were surveyed in small- to mid-market organisations with no more than 1,000 seats (no more than 500 seats in Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong). Details of how the index was calculated and where each country appears can be found here:
-- Full research report
-- Infographic report
This year an additional five countries were added to the report, over those surveyed in 2010. Comparisons in this press release are made year on year with the 13 original countries.
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About Acronis
Acronis is a leading provider of easy-to-use disaster recovery and data protection solutions for physical, virtual and cloud environments. Its patented disk imaging technology enables corporations, SMBs and consumers to protect their digital assets. With Acronis' disaster recovery, deployment and migration software, users protect their digital information, maintain business continuity and reduce downtime. Acronis software is sold in more than 90 countries and available in up to 14 languages. For additional information, please visit www.acronis.com.sg. Follow Acronis on Twitter: http://twitter.com/acronis and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Acronis.APAC.
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Tricia Sim, Acronis Asia Pte Ltd, +65 6496 9211, tricia.sim@acronis.com
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