nds

FlashCo Expands its Product Line with Fall Protection Systems

FlashCo, the Sonoma County, Calif.-based manufacturer of roof flashing products, unveils a suite of safety-oriented, roof-mounted gear ensuring maximum worker protection and regulatory compliance.




nds

Garland Expands Green-Friendly Adhesive Product Line for Roofing Contractors

The Garland Company unveiled Green-Lock Plus White high-performance adhesive to construct multi-ply modified bitumen roofing systems.




nds

Zeitview Expands Rooftop Inspection Capacity with New AI Software

AI-enabled software from Zeitview pinpoints specific anomalies, filters information, and eliminates uncertainty for commercial and residential roofing contractors.




nds

Shop Owner Responds to Dispute with Bold Rooftop Mural

After months of towing disputes with an adjacent apartment building, a tattoo parlor owner painted a provocative mural on his roof to express his frustration over confusing parking signs, drawing both media attention and resident disapproval.





nds

Speech Analytics Expands Beyond Voice

AI innovations mean interaction analytics can provide more actionable insights.




nds

Speaksee Raises Funds for Speech Recognition App for Hearing-Impaired People

Dutch startup Speaksee has raised more than $1.1 million to further develop its captioning apps and fuel its international expansion.




nds

Kia Adds Voice Commands

Kia's latest telematics update includes new voice commands.




nds

Drivers Would Use Voice Generative AI in Their Cars, Study Finds

New research has found that drivers are ready for supercharged assistants with AI-powered natural language conversational capabilities.




nds

Africa: Despite Tough Geopolitical Crosswinds, Global Leaders Advance on AI Governance and Other Key Topics at 2024 Paris Peace Forum

[Paris Peace Forum] The election of Donald Trump changed the world - for a second time. Just days after U.S. vote, and as COP29 opens in Baku in a world more divided than ever, world leaders came together at the 7th edition of the Paris Peace Forum at the historic Palais de Chaillot and other locations across Paris. Under the theme Wanted: A Functioning Global Order the Forum once again convened leaders, decision-makers, and civil society representatives from around the world to discuss and find solutions to some




nds

Nigeria: Channel Funds to Industrialisation, Not Palliatives, Anglican Primate Tells Govt

[Premium Times] The cleric commended the government for ensuring that the scope of intervention of TETFund expanded from building infrastructure to carrying out research programmes.




nds

Prime Video in New Zealand Expands With Add-On Bundles, Movie Store for Non-Members

Prime Video has launched a raft of add-on subscriptions and its Prime Video Store in New Zealand. These expand the selection of content available with the aim of making the platform into a one-stop entertainment destination for Amazon customers and for non-subscribing members. For a monthly subscription fee, payable directly to Prime Video, subscribing members […]




nds

Targa Telematics expands its connected mobility solutions portfolio by integrating BMW and MINI connected fleet data

Targa Telematics – a technology company specialising in the development of IoT solutions and digital platforms for connected mobility – has signed a strategic partnership with BMW to expand its portfolio of solutions for connected mobility.




nds

Transporeon expands into Turkish transportation logistics sector

Transporeon, a Trimble Company, has expanded into the transportation logistics sector in Turkey and has appointed a seasoned, local-language country manager to lead its operations and services in the country.




nds

Logistics UK responds to the National Infrastructure Commission’s report on resilience in infrastructure

Speaking about the publication of the National Infrastructure Commission’s report ‘Developing Resilience in UK Infrastructure’, Jonathan Walker, Head of Cities and Infrastructure Policy at business group Logistics UK said: “Building resilience into every area of the UK’s infrastructure is vital if the country’s highly interconnected supply chain is to be protected. 




nds

Established partnership finds its voice

Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with Philip Jarrett, commercial director of Dakota Integrated Solutions, and Paul Fraser, head of sales at The Config Team, about the companies’ long-standing relationship, which has now been further invigorated with a focus on voice technology.




nds

Federal social worker mends lives, one veteran at a time

Lisa Pape, deputy chief patient care services officer at the Veterans Health Administration, joined Women of Washington to discuss her career dedicated to helping veterans transition back into society.

The post Federal social worker mends lives, one veteran at a time first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Diplomatic officer finds security right at home

Life is all about priorities, protection and being present. Gigi Schumm welcomes Assiya Ashraf-Miller from the State Department's diplomatic security bureau.

The post Diplomatic officer finds security right at home first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT responds to the election of Sir Keir Starmer and the new government

Rashik Parmar MBE, Chief Executive of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, comments: “The new Prime Minister has a unique opportunity to take a positive view of AI and high stakes technologies, making sure they transform the lives of everyone in the UK.




nds

Payroll problems causing financial difficulties for 60% of workers, a new survey finds

An alarming 60% of the UK’s retail, hospitality, catering and leisure workers say they have been underpaid, according to new research by workforce management and HR services company UKG. 36% have also experienced late payments, and 23% report not receiving a payslip at all.




nds

Arvato continues expansion in the Netherlands

Arvato, provider of supply chain solutions, is building a new, state-of-the-art distribution centre in the Netherlands in the municipality of Echt in the province of Limburg. The new building represents a further milestone in the company's expansion strategy. 




nds

SnapFulfil lands another supply chain and logistics award

SnapFulfil has secured another distinguished supply chain and logistics award. The Top Supply Chain Projects 2024 (formerly known as SDCE 100) profiles innovative application success projects designed to automate, optimize, streamline and improve the supply chain. 




nds

Leadership scores rise in 2024 FEVS, but it depends where feds work

In 2024 FEVS results of senior leadership, there appears to be variation based on how closely situated employees are to their agency’s headquarters.

The post Leadership scores rise in 2024 FEVS, but it depends where feds work first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Brother UK analysis finds five-figure saving for business that switch to MPS

Switching to managed print services (MPS) could represent a five-figure saving over three years, when compared with traditional printer ownership, according to new analysis from Brother UK.




nds

Coveris Burnley expands HD print offer with new state-of-the-art press

Meeting growing demands for next generation flexible print quality, Coveris is investing over £3m in a new state-of-the-art flexo press and conversion infrastructure at its HD print hub in Burnley, UK. 




nds

SureColor-S9100 designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional signage production

Epson, the printing technology solutions provider, has introduced its latest breakthrough in the signage printing market, the SC-S9100.




nds

ECI Software Solutions expands discreet manufacturing resource planning offering with introduction of Ridder iQ

ECI Software Solutions, provider of business management software and services, has introduced Ridder iQ, the business management software designed to cater to the specific needs of SMEs that are discreet manufacturing companies requiring tighter integration between engineering, R&D and production processes.




nds

New Forter report finds UK consumer ‘Trust Premium’ rises, but checkout friction and unfriendly policies are costing British retailers

Forter, the Trust Platform for digital commerce, has released findings from its 2024 Consumer Trust Premium Report, which explores the evolving relationship between consumer shopping habits and brand trust, based on 2,000 survey respondents in the US and UK.




nds

GL Brands Implements Priority Cannabis ERP for High Quality Hemp Consumer Products

Priority Software Ltd.,a global provider of business management solutions, has announced that GL Brands, Inc., a multi-national consumer packaged goods company serving the global hemp and CBD markets, has implemented Priority Cannabis ERP, a comprehensive seed-to-sale ERP software solution, to effectively manage the entire plant lifecycle.




nds

The Global Logistics Forum 2024: Leading minds to shape the future in Riyadh

The Global Logistics Forum (GLF) hosted by the Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services, is set to gather a powerhouse lineup of industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers in Riyadh from October 12-14, 2024, at the King Abdullah Financial District.




nds

Utimaco research finds a low level of trust for IoT devices, citing work needed to communicate digital safety

Utimaco has released new consumer research that has found a low level of trust around Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This has highlighted the need for more education from industry into how smart devices are secured with the latest digital security solutions.




nds

Les Grands Chais de France (LGCF) future-proofs its international supply chain network with Körber

LGCF, the French wine exporting company, relies on Körber’s Warehouse Management System, Warehouse Control System, voice and gamification solutions to accelerate the performance at 14 logistics sites.




nds

Feds working overseas face 22% pay cut, if Congress doesn’t reauthorize necessary funds

State Department officials notified the American Foreign Service Association about the possible lapse of funds in July.

The post Feds working overseas face 22% pay cut, if Congress doesn’t reauthorize necessary funds first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Proposed federal pay adjustment could boost wages for thousands of blue-collar feds

About 15,000 blue-collar federal employees could see as much as 12% federal pay boosts, once the Office of Personnel Management’s regulations become final.

The post Proposed federal pay adjustment could boost wages for thousands of blue-collar feds first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Federal Executive Forum Chief Data Officers Profiles in Excellence in Government 2024: Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Trends

What strategies and technology are driving data strategy in government?

The post Federal Executive Forum Chief Data Officers Profiles in Excellence in Government 2024: Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Trends first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Meet Dale Haney, the White House groundskeeper for 50 years

Presidents come and go, but White House grounds superintendent Dale Haney has been a constant through the past 10 presidencies. As of this month, Haney has tended the lawns and gardens of the White House for 50 years. But he may be better known for taking care of the president's pets. Lately, he's often seen with Commander, President Joe Biden's dog. Haney started at the White House in 1972, and said he planned to work there for just two years. President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, surprised Haney on Monday by planting an elm tree on the south grounds to honor Haney.

The post Meet Dale Haney, the White House groundskeeper for 50 years first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

TSP participant satisfaction rebounds slightly in 2024 survey

A new survey found that TSP participant satisfaction is at 84%, a 2% increase over last year’s results from the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board.

The post TSP participant satisfaction rebounds slightly in 2024 survey first appeared on Federal News Network.








nds

Senate sends Trump defense bill he has vowed to veto

The Senate has approved a wide-ranging defense policy bill, sending it to President Donald Trump, despite his threat to veto it because the bill does not clamp down on big tech companies he claims were biased during the election

The post Senate sends Trump defense bill he has vowed to veto first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

With UNO, Army intends to stop battling its own network

Lt. Col. Keith Jordan, in the Army’s PEO-C3T, said a recent draft solicitation is a key step in the Unified Network Operations (UNO) initiative.

The post With UNO, Army intends to stop battling its own network first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

As recruiting rebounds, the Army will expand basic training to rebuild the force for modern warfare

The added training will begin in October and comes as the Army tries to reverse years of dismal recruiting when it failed to meet its enlistment goals.

The post As recruiting rebounds, the Army will expand basic training to rebuild the force for modern warfare first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

Navy recruiting rebounds, but it will miss its target to get sailors through boot camp

The Navy will meet its goal to sign up 40,600 recruits by the end of September thanks to several new recruiting programs. But the crush of last-minute enlistments means the service won’t be able to get them all through boot camp by next month, falling 5,000 sailors short of its target. The gaps are hurting the Navy’s ability to fully staff its warships. Navy Vice Adm. Rick Cheeseman tells The Associated Press that the Navy has “not gotten to the point where we can’t do things." All of the military services have struggled in the past several years to attract recruits in a tight job market.

The post Navy recruiting rebounds, but it will miss its target to get sailors through boot camp first appeared on Federal News Network.




nds

HWM + HWZ Tech Awards 2022: Where the very best tech brands and products shine bright

In an era of distraction and swiping to the next video of choice in mere seconds, the Tech Awards 2022 is ever more relevant as the guiding light in the industry for both consumers and decision-makers alike.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

nds

Two brands dominated the list of top 10 best-selling smartphones in Q3 2024

9 out of the top 10 best selling phones came from two brands. #apple #samsung #iphone15 #galaxys24




nds

Toronto-based 1Password expands global distribution reach with new TD SYNNEX deal

This is 1Password’s first deal with a major distributor, and they plan to use it to expand their reseller base globally through TD SYNNEX’s broad reach.




nds

Thousands of jobs to go at German car parts maker Schaeffler

Thousands of jobs to go at German car parts maker Schaeffler




nds

DOTZON Study: Digital Company Brands 2024

DOTZON presents the seventh edition of the Digital Company Brands study. After having introduced the study in 2018, DOTZON continued to expand and enhance the underlying data to display how companies successfully use their Digital Company Brands. The Digital Company Brand is the digital dimension of a company brand and mirrors the "digitalness " of a company. For "Digital Company Brands 2024", all companies worldwide that have their own internet extension were once again analysed.