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Comcast Invests $400,000 in Tacoma Digital Equity Network to Advance Economic Opportunity Through Digital Skill Building and Tech Training

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Comcast today announced a new $400,000 investment in four Tacoma-based organizations to form a digital equity network* in the South Sound Region, aimed at advancing digital and economic opportunity for local students, families, and small business owners. Furthering the company’s deep and longstanding commitment to advancing equity and opportunity, the donations to Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound, Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region, TeamWrk, and the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund will support digital access and adoption through tech training and career building. Announced today at the Boys & Girls Club Schatz Branch in Tacoma, the public-private partnership advances Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards’ goal as National League of Cities president to bring together people and partnerships to create unlimited possibilities for cities across America. This innovative partnership advances digital equity, creates a more prepared workforce, and provides critical resources to local communities and residents to develop skills they need to succeed in a more digital world. Today’s investment adds to the one made by Comcast last September when it awarded $300,000 to the same four organizations. Comcast selected the recipient organizations based on their shared commitment to digital equity and programs specifically designed to provide residents in the South Puget Sound region with internet access and skill-building services. “Digital equity is a fundamental right, and local communities with equitable access to the internet are simply better positioned to fully engage in today’s world,” said Woodards. “It is essential for education and employment, business development, healthcare, government services, and community involvement. I am grateful to our private sector partners at Comcast for their ongoing commitment to this critical work.” “There’s no question the world is becoming more and more digital every day, but some people need our help learning the skills they need to get online,” said Broderick Johnson, EVP, Public Policy, and EVP, Digital Equity, Comcast Corporation. “Comcast is grateful to continue to partner with Mayor Woodards, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound, Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region, TeamWrk, and the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund who all share the same commitment to advancing digital equity for all residents across the region.” Comcast’s contributions are part of Project UP, a $1 billion commitment to help advance digital equity and build a future of Unlimited Possibilities. Comcast’s contribution to the four partner organizations will help increase college and career readiness, especially among underserved youth; connect workers to opportunities; provide upskilling for adult learners and those already in the workforce; and close the skills – particularly digital skills – gap. Comcast is proud to participate in the Federal Government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible families with a $30/month voucher ($75/month in Tribal areas) to pay for Internet service. When combined with Comcast’s Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials+ service tiers, it makes home broadband effectively free. Here is how each recipient organization will use the funds to advance digital equity and support South Sound communities in 2023: Boys & Girls Clubs of the South Puget Sound Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound (BGCSPS) received $130,000 in cash and in-kind services. A cash contribution and donated laptops are for a new enhanced Lift Zone at the Boys & Girls Clubs Schatz Branch. The Lift Zone includes a new computer lab that makes internet connectivity and technology. to help kids aged 6 to 18 with tutoring, homework support, and technology access. The new technology equipment includes a Dremel DigiLab 3D Printer; Vevor Vinyl Cutting Plotter; 30 Dell Latitude Laptop stations with large monitors; two high-powered computer stations for advanced graphic design, music production, and programming, and 17 STEAM education kits. An additional 30 laptops were contributed to digital literacy programs at the Bremerton Branch. BGCSPS provides youth with safe spaces, caring mentors, and life-enhancing programs tailored to help them reach their full potential. Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region Goodwill of the Olympics & Rainier Region will receive $85,000 to drive attendance at the organization’s Work Opportunity Centers (WOC) that provide community members with access to digital skills training, devices, subsidized internet access from the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), and additional digital navigation resources. Comcast’s grant will also increase access to digital technology and skills training for people through its Power Up initiative and help ensure that the Goodwill’s free job-training program equips Western Washington residents with the most relevant and timely digital skills that are required for nearly all jobs in our economy. TeamWrk TeamWrk is e-gaming innovator Marcel Cunningham's foundation, which challenges youth to level up to their full potential. His vision is to equip and empower everyone to elevate their game. Comcast’s $20,000 cash contribution and $21,000 in donated laptops will facilitate live streaming from the TeamWrk center and help to expand the foundation's reach to more youth in the City of Tacoma. Computers donated by Comcast will be distributed to teens participating in TeamWrk digital literacy education, which teaches them how to use Teams, Zoom, and PowerPoint; create and edit podcasts, graphics, and video content; and learn other digital skills supporting their school and career. Thrive Tacoma Business Fund Led by the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, the mission of the Thrive Tacoma Business Fund is to provide direct financial support for small businesses owned by people of color, many of which are struggling with rising expenses and inflation. Comcast’s $150,000 contribution will be used to fund grants that will be awarded based on the business need in amounts of $2,500 to $5,000. Additional financial support will also go to non-profits with digital navigators, trusted community members who provide access and assistance to program participants. Recipients will receive direct finance, digital access, and other technical support specifically curated to their unique business challenges, thereby ensuring greater equitable economic development in Tacoma. *About Comcast’s Digital Equity Network Comcast’s Digital Equity Network is an interconnected group of organizations in the Pacific Northwest that have a connection with each other and work collectively toward a common purpose to increase access and adoption of the internet, help people get online, build digital skills, and open doors to economic mobility. This network: Makes Internet Affordable to income-constrained households through a combination of our Internet Essentials service and the federal Affordable Connectivity Program Increases Awareness and facilitates Adoption through digital literacy classes from community partners and Digital Navigators Expands Internet access by investing millions of dollars to bring our services to unserved areas and opening more than 100 Lift Zones in community centers in the Pacific Northwest Over the last three years, Comcast has provided $11.9 million in financial and in-kind charitable contributions to Washington nonprofits. These contributions support to local community programs to help establish and promote its Digital Equity Network in Washington. Comcast’s Digital Equity Network enables partner organizations to acquire technology equipment, provide digital skills trainings, and offer opportunities for youth and adults to explore and train for careers in tech-related fields, or develop the kinds of technology skills that can help them launch and grow their own business. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Contact Details Comcast Andy Colley Andy_Colley@Comcast.com Company Website https://washington.comcast.com/

July 20, 2023 02:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time

With ToolsGroup’s AI-Powered Planning, Legami Delivers Customer-Centric Service While Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in supply chain and retail planning and optimization software, is thrilled to announce it has been selected by Legami, the Italian consumer goods company, to support its supply chain enhancement initiatives for heightened customer satisfaction and business performance through greater forecast accuracy and more nimble inventory management. Legami provides a wide array of products, including stationery, journals, calendars, greeting cards, personal care items, and travel and technology accessories. Its network encompasses a range of channels, including more than 40 brick-and-mortar boutiques, 17 shop-in-shops, an ecommerce site, and 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with retail chains worldwide. Legami is proud to deliver more than 4,000 quality products to customers across 70 countries. To achieve a customer-centric supply chain, Legami searched for a planning solution that could reduce its network-wide inventory while maintaining and increasing service levels and business performance. This led to its selection of ToolsGroup Service Optimizer 99+ (SO99+). This automated, AI-powered solution includes Demand Planning & Forecasting and Inventory Optimization. With built-in probabilistic forecasting, it interprets demand signals for improved forecast accuracy, supporting demand-driven inventory planning and more granular control of stock levels. This minimizes inventory, reducing the environmental impact of production and transportation, and positions stock optimally to support both customer satisfaction and financial KPIs. “In today’s fluctuating market, competitive organizations are the ones achieving the optimal balance of resources that satisfies customer demand while propelling business growth," said ToolsGroup CEO, Inna Kuznetsova. “ToolGroup’s AI-driven dynamic planning delivers the demand-sensitive inventory management that helps companies identify and realize untapped business potential. We’re thrilled to partner with Legami to power better, faster planning decisions that lower working capital investments, widen margins, and guarantee a superior customer experience.” Learn more about how ToolsGroup’s solutions help consumer goods companies – like Melitta– increase forecast accuracy and profitability HERE. About Legami Legami (www.legami.com) is an Italian company active in the consumer goods industry, with a wide and varied offering that covers multiple sectors: Stationery, Diaries and Calendars, Greeting Cards, Lifestyle, Beauty, Hi-Tech, Travel and Accessories. With a strong emphasis on innovation, aesthetics, materials and production processes, the pillars of Legami’s corporate philosophy are passion, ethics, transparency, integrity, and respect for people and the environment. The creative soul and heart of Legami are in Italy, where all the products are designed and where the majority of the company’s 300+ employees work. Legami has a global network presence: more than 40 small boutiques owned in Italy, the eCommerce channel www.legami.com, 17 shops-in-shops, over 400 corners, 10,000 authorized sellers and strategic partnerships with the most important bookshops and chains in the world. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 20, 2023 10:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

PathAI Launches AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer, an Artificial Intelligence-Powered HER2 Scoring Algorithm for Biopharma Research and Clinical Labs

PathAI

PathAI, a leading provider of AI-powered pathology tools to advance precision medicine, today announced the availability of AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer [i] for research use by clinical laboratories, researchers, and drug developers. AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer delivers automated digital HER2 scoring and is the market’s first algorithm to use additive multiple instance learning (aMIL) heatmaps to visualize the slide features driving the algorithm’s predicted score. AIM-HER2 will be available to biopharma researchers and clinical research lab pathologists on PathAI’s AISight TM [i] digital pathology platform in both the clinical research lab and clinical trial setting. “HER2 IHC assays have provided immense impact to patients by allowing for a widely available test to establish drug eligibility,” said Mike Montalto, Chief Scientific Officer at PathAI. “With AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer, we at PathAI sought to build upon the success of HER2 testing by assisting pathologists in their ability to more confidently score HER2, especially in borderline cases that can be the most challenging and time consuming to review. We also look forward to partnering with drug developers who may be interested in enhancing the scoring of the more recently described HER2 low assay as an important emerging patient population.” In addition to predicting slide-level HER2 score, AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer’s visualizations on AISight utilize additive multiple instance learning (aMIL) heatmaps to deliver a more interpretable and explainable prediction, diminishing the ‘black box’ challenges typically associated with understanding how AI predictions are made. “Our interpretable heatmaps are critical to driving utilization and adoption of AI – because it’s not about blind trust,” said Eric Walk, Chief Medical Officer at PathAI. “The results can be interpreted, explained – and confirmed – by humans. It also streamlines workflow as it allows pathologists to hone in on specific features to confirm the algorithm score and output vs. needing to analyze the entire slide.” AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer was developed using 157,000 tissue annotations and consensus scores on a dataset of over 4,000 slides (collected from more than 65 expert breast pathologists). In addition to slide-level HER2 scoring, AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer quantifies invasive carcinoma and provides a comprehensive analysis of the entire WSI without necessitating manual selection of the region of interest (ROI). To learn more about AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer, register for our webinar on Thursday, July 27, at 11:00am Eastern Time or visit www.PathAI.com Footnotes [i] Both AISight™ and the AIM-HER2 Breast Cancer Algorithm are intended for research-use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. About PathAI PathAI is the only AI-focused technology company to provide comprehensive precision pathology solutions from wet lab services to algorithm deployment for clinical trials and diagnostic use. Rigorously trained and validated with data from more than 15 million annotations, its AI-powered models can be leveraged to optimize the analysis of patient samples to improve efficiency and accuracy of pathology interpretation, as well as to better gauge therapeutic efficacy and accelerate drug development for complex diseases. PathAI, which is headquartered in Boston, MA, and operates a CAP/CLIA-certified laboratory in Memphis, TN, is proud to have a team of 600+ innovative thinkers from around the globe. For more information, please visit www.pathai.com. Contact Details SVM Public Relations and Marketing Communications +1 401-490-9700 pathai@svmpr.com Company Website https://www.pathai.com/

July 20, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Avvir Announces Key Product Enhancements to Minimize Discrepancies in Construction, Protecting Budgets and Timelines

Avvir

Avvir, an automated risk analysis company for the construction industry, today announced a number of enhancements across its product offerings that will further improve customer efficiency, accuracy, and advance Avvir’s mission of automating workflow for contractors. Alongside the announcement of these product updates, Avvir has also released a new case study with Ryan Companies, the national builder, developer, designer, and real estate manager based in Minneapolis. The case study highlights a partnership between Avvir and Ryan in which the developer leveraged new reality capture hardware and data to create a comprehensive digital view of the job site and improve visibility into the construction process as it’s happening. A major pain point in the construction industry that Avvir aims to solve is discrepancies between plans and the physical build that can wreak havoc on project budgets and timelines. In order to help to combat this issue, Avvir is releasing a new grouping deviations feature, making it easier for users to take action on critical deviations and manage and organize deviated elements within the platform efficiently. Additionally, the platform will now include 5D cost tracking capabilities, enabling users to track the cost associated with installation progress for both modeled and non-modeled items in a unified manner, ensuring that no aspect of the project is overlooked. Other platform updates being launched in order to improve the user experience overall include new keyboard shortcuts, an enhanced capture tool that includes element names and refined deviation information, and a map update that lets users seamlessly navigate through their BIM in 2D. “We are continuously striving to improve the Avvir platform to be the most advanced and valuable addition to our customer's toolbelt,” said Matt Curry, Head of Product at Avvir. “These new developments will improve the user experience by making it easier to take action and address job site issues, get more unique insights from their data, and ultimately save time and resources.” Avvir and Ryan have released a case study that details the findings surrounding their work together on building the Jewel & Jim Plumb Heart Center, a 72,000-square- foot building on the Mercy Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Hospital campus. Ryan’s goal in engaging in this partnership was to leverage a platform that would allow them to make the data that the company previously had on hand actionable while simultaneously gaining new data insights to run a more efficient and transparent project. Using Avvir, Ryan was able to disseminate the inherent risks to its team, increasing awareness and keeping all vendors on the same page. This allowed the team to manage challenges better and spend more time focused on finding solutions rather than uncovering problems. Avvir assisted the Ryan team in quick onboarding to easily utilize reality capture and laser scanning, helping all team members understand how to leverage the data insights it provides. The case study ultimately showcases the success of the partnership, which resulted in a state-of-the-art new build in just under three years that was delivered on time with the help of BIM technology. “Having a partner who can help you get the most out of your team is invaluable. Using tools like Avvir means less time is needed to find problems with the resources that you do have, so senior resources can be effective in solving the issues and being proactive in the management of the project,” said Lucas Manos, Senior Innovation Manager at Ryan. “Avvir and its team did a great job creating reports and pulling out the essential data for us, and utilizing the platform improved our communication and efficiency tenfold.” Looking ahead, Avvir is focused on developing a new Custom Deviation Reports feature that will revolutionize how users analyze and report critical installation deviations, empowering them to take control of their projects and close the loop on installation errors before they lead to schedule delays. The team looks forward to releasing this new feature as well as others aimed at continuously improving how construction teams operate in the modern built world. To download the case study, please click here, and for more information on Avvir, please visit Avvir.io. About Avvir Avvir's automated risk analysis platform gives construction teams control with automated schedule tracking, cost and earned value analysis, installation issue detection, and an updated BIM with as-built conditions. Avvir delivers the only hardware agnostic platform that not only provides critical insights but closes the loop by updating the BIM, allowing customers to focus on solving issues, not finding them. Avvir is based in New York City and serves customers all across North America, Europe and Japan, including AECOM, Related, Columbia and DPR. Learn more at avvir.io. Contact Details N6A on behalf of Avvir Bianca Facey +1 203-577-7588 bfacey@n6a.com Company Website https://www.avvir.io/

July 20, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

Cybersecurity for Connected Vehicles Is the Next Big Thing

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The next major cyber attack may not be directed at your computer or even your bank card. It might be on your car. For over a decade, cybersecurity experts have warned about vulnerabilities in connected cars, which connect to an app, the internet, or an electric charging station. Owners of these automobiles risk having their personal data stolen, having their car hijacked while driving, or even having the power grid into which the vehicle is plugged shut off. EVs have gotten the most attention since they contain more digital components than their gasoline-powered equivalents. However, many modern automobiles have cybersecurity flaws, according to Stephen Meagher, Deloitte's director of new product offerings. Some of the cybersecurity threats involved with autos and charging stations are the same as those associated with ATMs or your personal computer. Someone hacking an EV charging station, for example, could steal your personal information, including payment information, location, or demographic information. Some concerns, though, are particular to vehicles and much more concerning. Hackers, for example, could get access to and control of the car. A 2021 speculative analysis demonstrated how a cyberattacker may short circuit an engine or even pull a car off the road. In 2023, a French hacker team used bluetooth to take control of a Tesla in under two minutes as part of a hacking competition. Then there are the more general concerns, such as gaining access to or shutting down a charging station network or even the central power system. Jim Alfred, general manager of applied cryptography group BlackBerry Certicom, agrees that automakers are aware of the risks and are taking precautions. Alfred and his team at BlackBerry Certicom develop computer protocols that enable safeguard communication channels in connected automobiles, similar to the ones you might find in your internet browser that notify you if a website is secure. Securing vehicles remains a difficult task. There are numerous companies participating in creating, producing, and ultimately deploying connected vehicles and EVs, ranging from equipment and software makers to telecommunications corporations, power companies, and local or national governments. According to Damu Prabhu, a partner in the cyber risk practice at Deloitte, a big part of the solution is to coordinate the cybersecurity effort. Essentially, vehicle cybersecurity is an arms race in which the winner will be determined by who has the most to lose and who is prepared to invest. A Leader in Advanced Continuous Authentication Technology Plurilock Security Inc. (TSXV:PLUR) (OTC:PLCKF) has created cybersecurity solutions that are used by over 600 customers, including NASA, the US Department of Defense, US Special Operations Command, the US Army, Navy, Marines, and Airforce, and has unique AI capabilities capable of identifying malicious behavior in seconds. Plurilock uses behavioral analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) to provide cutting-edge least privilege cybersecurity solutions to its clients. The company's AI system can identify and detect dangerous behaviors in seconds by monitoring individual behavior patterns, providing real-time security against cyber attacks. Plurilock AI is available in three configurations from the manufacturer. Plurilock AI Cloud provides a comprehensive suite of tools to enable least privilege access management across a company's cloud universe, as well as cloud-based data loss prevention (DLP) capabilities; Plurilock AI Cloud DLP combines the AI Cloud with an endpoint agent to ensure least privilege strategies are maintained to protect sensitive data across employee workstations; and Plurilock AI Complete, which connects these capabilities to machine learning (ML) and behavioral biomimetic technologies. Plurilock Security has continued to sign new contracts and renew existing ones, resulting in a year-over-year rise in Q1 revenue of 125%, from C$7 million to $15.8 million. Plurilock 's core AI-driven technology solution received 16 sale orders and contract renewals in Q1, including cross-sell buy orders from two US financial institutions. 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July 20, 2023 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup Launches Dynamic Fulfillment for Real-Time Order Fulfillment Optimization

ToolsGroup

ToolsGroup, a global leader in retail and supply chain planning and optimization software, today announced the launch of Dynamic Fulfillment, a new addition to the JustEnough® retail planning and execution suite. This capability enhances a retailer’s OMS with optimized fulfillment plan throughout omnichannel and ship-from-store networks, reducing costs, improving profits, and ensuring more satisfied customers. “The Dynamic Fulfillment solution from ToolsGroup helps us use data to make smarter, faster decisions to create an even better experience for our customers,” said Paul Kisicki, VP of IT at Zumiez. “The fulfillment optimization logic helps us generate operational efficiencies like reducing split rates and shipping costs while better serving the needs of our customers.” Unlike traditional, rule-based approaches, Dynamic Fulfillment evaluates every fulfillment option and simultaneously optimizes based on costs, margins, resources, and customer SLAs. Dynamic Fulfillment leverages real-time inventory, demand, and operational signals captured by ToolsGroup’s unique dynamic data unification platform, which provides a digital supply chain twin for optimal sourcing decisions. By integrating Dynamic Fulfillment into their existing order management systems, retailers realize benefits immediately upon adoption. Core Benefits of Dynamic Fulfillment: · Reduce actual cost-to-serve by minimizing shipping and labor costs · Increase margins by avoiding forecasted markdowns in stores · Maximize profitability while meeting customer SLAs · Integrate seamlessly with any OMS through API-powered composable architecture · Power faster, more accurate decision-making with real-time data on inventory · Customers report up to 5% reduction in shipping costs and up to 2% margin improvement "Omnichannel fulfillment introduces new complexity into sourcing decisions. The increased size of the fulfillment network – from a handful of centralized fulfillment centers to hundreds of stores – makes it difficult to evaluate every possible option at the time an order is placed," said Inna Kuznetsova, CEO of ToolsGroup. "Our Dynamic Fulfillment solution analyzes hundreds of thousands of fulfillment permutations in real-time and optimizes based on multiple variables, considerably reducing shipping costs and delivering significant margin improvements." Dynamic Fulfillment integrates with the rest of the ToolsGroup JustEnough® solution to deliver unparalleled value and results to retailers around the world. With over 400 customers located in 45 countries, ToolsGroup enables intelligent decision making at the speed of business that transforms retail merchandising and supply chain planning. Customers report a 5% improvement in revenue growth and up to 25% increase in planning efficiency, on top of double-digit reductions in lost sales. Built-in automation cuts the planning workload by up to 90% and helps companies reduce waste by 10-30%. For more information about Dynamic Fulfillment, read our blog on our new release and register for our upcoming webinar. About ToolsGroup ToolsGroup’s innovative AI-powered solutions enable retailers, distributors, and manufacturers to navigate through supply chain uncertainty. Our retail and supply chain planning suites empower a new level of intelligent decision making and unlock powerful business improvements in forecast accuracy, service levels, and inventory - delighting customers and achieving financial and ESG KPIs. Stay in touch with ToolsGroup on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, or visit www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details Meir Kahtan +1 917-864-0800 mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com

July 20, 2023 07:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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IQGeo Group expecting continued expansion during the second half

IQGeo Group PLC

IQGeo Group PLC (AIM:IQG) chief executive Richard Petti and chief financial officer Haywood Chapman speak to Thomas Warner from Proactive after releasing a trading update on the software developer's performance during the first half of 2023. Chapman gives an overview of the update, highlighting several major new contract wins, before Petti goes on to reveal more about prevailing market conditions in the company's core telecommunications and utilities markets. He notes that demand for fibre networks is particularly high in North America, where significant investments are being made. Moreover utilities, especially those focusing on resiliency and renewable energy, are also contributing to IQGeo's growth. He goes into more detail about the new contract wins in Germany and Japan, saying that the expansions demonstrate the effectiveness of their product and integration strategies. Looking ahead, Chapman and Petti both express confidence about the second half of the year and beyond, highlighting their large customer base, increasing revenues from expansions, and a promising order intake. Chapman says that he expects "to do at least what we've done in the first half of the year and hopefully more." Contact Details Proactive UK Ltd Proactive UK Ltd +44 20 7989 0813 uk@proactiveinvestors.com

July 20, 2023 07:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup annuncia Dynamic Fulfillment per ottimizzare l’evasione degli ordini in tempo reale

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I retailer possono ora potenziare il loro OMS con la logica di ottimizzazione avanzata di Dynamic Fulfillment per limitare i ribassi, ridurre i costi di spedizione, migliorare i margini e soddisfare i SLA. ToolsGroup, leader globale nel software di pianificazione e ottimizzazione supply chain e retail, annuncia oggi il lancio di Dynamic Fulfillment, a integrazione della suite JustEnough® per la pianificazione ed esecuzione dei processi retail. Questa funzionalità potenzia la soluzione di Order Management System (OMS) del rivenditore con un piano di evasione degli ordini ottimizzato per il modello omnicanale e Ship-from-Store, riducendo i costi, migliorando i profitti e garantendo clienti più soddisfatti. "La soluzione Dynamic Fulfillment di ToolsGroup ci permette di utilizzare i dati per assumere decisioni più intelligenti e rapide, e garantire ai nostri clienti una migliore esperienza d’acquisto", ha affermato Paul Kisicki, vicepresidente IT di Zumiez. "La logica di ottimizzazione del fulfillment ci permette una maggiore efficienza operativa, riducendo ad esempio i costi relativi a pagamenti frazionati e spedizioni, e migliorando la soddisfazione dei nostri clienti". A differenza dei sistemi tradizionali basati su regole, Dynamic Fulfillment valuta ogni opzione di evasione e contemporaneamente ottimizza il processo in base a costi, margini, risorse e SLA del cliente. Dynamic Fulfillment sfrutta i dati in tempo reale su inventario, domanda e comportamento d’acquisto, acquisiti dall'esclusiva piattaforma di unificazione dinamica dei dati di ToolsGroup, che fornisce un digital twin della supply chain per garantire decisioni di approvvigionamento ottimali. Grazie all’integrazione di Dynamic Fulfillment con il sistema OMS, i retailer ottengono risultati immediati. Principali benefici di Dynamic Fulfillment: Riduzione del costo di servizio effettivo riducendo al minimo i costi di spedizione e manodopera Aumento dei margini evitando i ribassi previsti nei negozi Massima redditività nel rispetto degli SLA Perfetta integrazione con qualsiasi OMS tramite un’architettura componibile basata su API Processi decisionali più rapidi e accurati grazie a dati in tempo reale sull’inventario I clienti segnalano una riduzione fino al 5% dei costi di spedizione e un miglioramento dei margini fino al 2% "Il fulfillment omnicanale introduce una nuova complessità nelle decisioni di approvvigionamento. L'aumento delle dimensioni della rete di evasione ordini, da una manciata di centri logistici centralizzati a centinaia di negozi, rende difficile valutare ogni possibile opzione nel momento in cui viene effettuato un ordine", ha dichiarato Inna Kuznetsova, CEO di ToolsGroup. "La nostra soluzione Dynamic Fulfillment analizza centinaia di migliaia di permutazioni in tempo reale e ottimizza in base a più variabili, riducendo notevolmente i costi di spedizione e offrendo un significativo miglioramento dei margini." Dynamic Fulfillment si integra con la soluzione JustEnough® di ToolsGroup per offrire valore e risultati senza pari ai rivenditori di tutto il mondo. Con oltre 400 clienti dislocati in 45 paesi, ToolsGroup consente un processo decisionale intelligente alla velocità che il business richiede, e trasforma il merchandising e la pianificazione della supply chain. I clienti segnalano un aumento del 5% dei ricavi e fino al 25% dell'efficienza di pianificazione, oltre a riduzioni a due cifre delle vendite perse. L'automazione integrata riduce il carico di lavoro dovuto alla pianificazione fino al 90%, e aiuta le aziende a ridurre gli sprechi del 10-30%. Per maggiori informazioni sulla soluzione Dynamic Fulfillment, vai al nostro blog sull’argomento e iscriviti al nostro webinar. ToolsGroup ToolsGroup, con le sue innovative soluzioni basate sull'intelligenza artificiale, consente a produttori, distributori e retailer di navigare con successo nell’incertezza della supply chain. Le nostre suite di pianificazione retail e della supply chain consentono un processo decisionale di livello avanzato intelligente e flessibile, e garantiscono miglioramenti tangibili in termini di accuratezza delle previsioni di vendita, livelli di servizio e scorte, soddisfacendo i clienti e raggiungendo KPI finanziari ed ESG. Per maggiori informazioni, seguici su LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, o visita www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details ToolsGroup EU: Angela Iorio aiorio@toolsgroup.com MKPR Meir Kahtan mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com/

July 20, 2023 04:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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ToolsGroup lanza Dynamic Fulfillment para optimizar el suministro de pedidos en tiempo real

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Los Retailers pueden ahora potenciar su OMS con la lógica de optimización avanzada de Dynamic Fulfillment, que reduce las mermas y los gastos de envío, mejora los márgenes y satisface los acuerdos de nivel de servicio de los clientes. ToolsGroup, líder mundial en software de planificación y optimización de la cadena de suministro y retail, ha anunciado hoy el lanzamiento de Dynamic Fulfillment, una nueva incorporación a su solución JustEnough® de planificación y gestión para retail. Esta funcionalidad mejora la OMS del retail con un plan de suministro optimizado a través de redes omnicanal y de envío desde tienda, reduciendo costes, mejorando los beneficios y garantizando clientes más satisfechos. “La solución Dynamic Fulfillment de ToolsGroup nos ayuda a utilizar los datos para tomar decisiones más inteligentes y rápidas con el fin de crear una experiencia aún mejor para nuestros clientes", afirma Paul Kisicki, vicepresidente de IT en Zumiez. "La lógica de optimización del fulfillment nos ayuda a generar eficiencias operativas como la reducción de las tasas de fraccionamiento y los costes de envío, al tiempo que atendemos mejor las necesidades de nuestros clientes.” A diferencia de los métodos tradicionales basados en reglas, Dynamic Fulfillment evalúa todas las opciones de suministro y las optimiza simultáneamente en función de los costes, los márgenes, los recursos y los SLA de los clientes. Dynamic Fulfillment aprovecha el stock en tiempo real, la demanda y las señales operativas captadas por la exclusiva plataforma de unificación dinámica de datos de ToolsGroup que proporciona un duplicado digital de la cadena de suministro para tomar decisiones óptimas de aprovisionamiento. Al integrar Dynamic Fulfillment en sus sistemas de gestión de pedidos existentes, los minoristas obtienen beneficios inmediatamente después de su implantación. Principales ventajas de Dynamic Fulfillment: Reduce el coste real del servicio minimizando los gastos de envío y mano de obra Aumenta márgenes evitando las mermas previstas en las tiendas Maximiza la rentabilidad respetando los SLA de los clientes Integración perfecta con cualquier OMS gracias a una arquitectura compatible basada en API Facilita una toma de decisiones más rápida y precisa con datos en tiempo real sobre el inventario Los clientes informan de una reducción de hasta 5% en los gastos de envío y una mejora de los márgenes de hasta el 2% "La distribución omnicanal introduce una nueva complejidad en las decisiones de aprovisionamiento. El aumento del tamaño de la red de distribución -desde un conjunto de centros de distribución centralizados hasta cientos de tiendas- dificulta la evaluación de todas las opciones posibles en el momento de realizar un pedido", afirma Inna Kuznetsove, CEO de ToolsGroup. "Nuestra solución Dynamic Fulfillment analiza cientos de miles de combinaciones de distribución en tiempo real y optimiza en función de múltiples variables, reduciendo considerablemente los costes de envío y proporcionando mejoras significativas en los márgenes". Dynamic Fulfillment se integra con el resto de la solución JustEnough® de ToolsGroup para ofrecer un valor y unos resultados inigualables a minoristas de todo el mundo. Con más de 400 clientes ubicados en 45 países, ToolsGroup permite una toma de decisión inteligente a la velocidad del mercado que transforma el comercio minorista y la planificación de la cadena de suministro. Los clientes informan de una mejora del 5% en el incremento de los ingresos y de hasta un 25% en la eficiencia de la planificación, además de reducciones de dos dígitos en las ventas perdidas. La automatización integrada reduce la carga de trabajo de planificación hasta en un 90% y ayuda a las empresas a reducir las mermas entre un 10 y un 30%. Para más información sobre Dynamic Fulfillment, lea nuestro blog sobre el nuevo lanzamiento y regístrese en nuestro próximo webinar. Sobre ToolsGroup Las innovadoras soluciones basadas en IA de ToolsGroup permiten a minoristas, distribuidores y fabricantes navegar a través de la incertidumbre de la cadena de suministro. Nuestras soluciones de planificación de la cadena de suministro y el comercio minorista permiten un nuevo nivel de toma de decisiones rápidas e inteligentes y proporcionan potentes mejoras de negocio en la precisión de las previsiones, los niveles de servicio y el inventario, lo que satisface a los clientes y permite alcanzar los KPI financieros y de ESG. Contacte con ToolsGroup a través de LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube, o visite www.toolsgroup.com. Contact Details ToolsGroup EU: Angela Iorio, ToolsGroup aiorio@toolsgroup.com MKPR Meir Kahtan mkahtan@rcn.com Company Website https://www.toolsgroup.com/

July 20, 2023 04:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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