Pacific Crest Group, Filice, and Cypress Partners Jointly Sponsor Marin Business Forum Networking Event for Bay Area Businesses

Networking Event Provides Education Panel on Back Office Outsourcing and Benefits Management by Leading Experts.

LARKSPUR, Calif. (September 06, 2011) -- Pacific Crest Group (http://www.pcg-services.com), Filice (http://www.filice.com), and Cypress Partners (http://www.cypresspart.com) have pooled their expertise to present the Marin Business Forum, a networking and educational event for local business owners. The event will be held September 22nd at 5 pm, at the Wood Island Office Complex (80 East Sir Francis Drake, Auditorium) and will give local entrepreneurs and business owners a chance to meet one another and make new business connections. In addition, they will learn more about overcoming the challenges of managing their back office processes and creating a solid employee benefits package.

The networking event will feature a panel discussion, including what business owners should know about outsourcing accounting and HR services, and what they should know about choosing the best benefits provider. Franka Winchester, co-founder of Pacific Crest Group, will share her expertise on the value of outsourcing so small companies can act “big” by having access to the same economies of scale, efficiency and expertise that large companies enjoy. Nina H. Gardner, J.D., Employee Benefits Consultant with Filice, will discuss what is needed to implement an effective employee benefits program. And Pete Woodring, co-founder of Cypress Partners, will talk about the five essentials to a successful 401(k) plan as part of strategic retirement.

“After working with local businesses for over a decade, we continue to see business owners distracted from their original vision of building a successful business. Often they are buried by operational issues such as dealing with payroll and vacation tracking, chasing clients for payments, and unmotivating employees” noted Franka Winchester of Pacific Crest Group. “By sponsoring the Marin Business Forum, we not only provide an environment for business owners to network with other entrepreneurs, we give them an opportunity to understand how to streamline support functions and proper benefits selection so they can focus on strategic growth and in turn higher profits.”

The event will conclude with an outdoors gathering including premium wine tasting hosted by Willow Brooks Cellars, refreshments, and a raffle for prizes. Space is limited and a RSVP is required to attend.

For more information, contact Franka Winchester at 415.461.2586 or fwinchester@pcg-services.com.

About Pacific Crest Group
Pacific Crest Group works with entrepreneurial organizations to help them unleash their potential by eliminating the friction and chaos caused by detailed business functions. Founded by a team of entrepreneurs with expertise in accounting and HR, Pacific Crest Group has built its reputation by identifying organizational needs and opportunities for improvement, optimizing financial procedures, and human resources management so clients can focus on their core business. Pacific Crest Group approaches business management like a consulting physician, with an understanding that some problems can be isolated and fixed while others need a more holistic approach. The result is eliminating obstacles such as cash flow problems due to large AR, mismanaged and unhappy staff so owners can focus on income generating growth.

The firm is based in Larkspur, California. For more information, visit Pacific Crest Group online at http://www.pcg-services.com.

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Media Contact:
Franka Winchester
Pacific Crest Group
(415) 461-2586

Tom Woolf
Woolf Media & Marketing
(415) 259-5638
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Allen Hamm Reveals How Singles Can Become Millionaires

America's first Singles Dance with Millionaires, Sept 24, 2011, San Francisco.

San Rafael, CA - September 04, 2011 -- Contact: Rich Gosse, 415/507-9962

Singles Professionals of all ages are invited to meet new friends at America’s first Singles Dance with Millionaires, Saturday, September 24, 2011, 8pm, at Sinbad's Restaurant, Pier 2 along the Embarcadero, San Francisco CA 94111.

ALLEN HAMM will discuss his forthcoming book, How Millionaires Get There and Stay There, prior to the dancing. He will reveal the results of over 22 years of working with millionaires. He'll discuss the 7 Ways to Become Wealthy and the 3 Strategies for Staying Wealthy.

Mr. Hamm is not a personal financial advisor but he is the founder and Executive Director of the National Alliance of Objective Financial Advisors, an organization dedicated to the advancement of objective financial advice. The Alliance is also a resource for people who want to locate an objective advisor. “The personal financial planning industry has two types of advisors,” says Mr. Hamm. “The first type uses an objective process that benefits their clients. They are only paid by the client for their advice. The second type of advisor is paid commissions for selling insurance, annuities, and mutual funds. Too often, these products are not in the clients best interest. People should avoid this second type of advisor.”

Mr. Hamm is also the author of Long-Term Care Planning,” which teaches one of the 3 strategies for staying wealthy. Learning to navigate the catastrophic costs of health care is imperative because health care is the second biggest threat to a person’s financial security. Allen Hamm is available to the news media for interviews by calling 925/417-0136. His website is http://www.objectivefinancialadvisors.com.

Singles Dance with Millionaires is sponsored by the The Society of Single Professionals, the world's largest non-profit singles organization. The cost is $20 at the door. Anyone wishing more information about this and many more events for single professionals may visit http://www.ThePartyHotline.com or call 415/507-9962.

About The Society of Single Professionals:
Society of Single Professionals is the events division of American Singles Education, Inc., world's largest non-profit singles organization. We are the only organization that runs events for singles worldwide, on 6 continents. Our Singles Travel Company division organizes dozens of affordable group tours for singles each year, to exotic destinations worldwide. We also operate The Singles Podcasting Network, featuring interviews with major authors and experts on dating and the single lifestyle.

Contact:
Rich Gosse
Society of Single Professionals
205 Mark Twain Avenue, San Rafael CA 94903
Tel: 415-507-9962
Fax: 507-9832
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Investors look to wine and art, says AAA

Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA) has commented on news that investors are turning to some highly unusual assets in response to a prolonged period of stock market volatility.

Boston, MA, USA, September 03, 2011 -- Alternative Asset Analysis (AAA) has commented on news that investors are turning to some highly unusual assets in response to a prolonged period of stock market volatility.

The alternative investment advocacy group welcomed the report from thisismoney.co.uk that examined the growing trend for investment in assets like fine wines, stamps, collectibles, books, antiques and art.

Anthony Johnson, an analysis partner at AAA, said, “This is a reflection of the fact that people are on the look out for a place to put their cash that will ensure it won't disappear if the bottom falls out of the equity markets.

“Diversification is a key request for both individual and institutional investors looking to reduce risk these days and these more unusual assets are proving more affordable than more ‘traditional’ alternatives, such as gold,” he added.

The art world claims it has benefited hugely from the trend for more investment in alternatives, with the market for individual pieces reaching record levels, while art funds also go from strength to strength. However, minimum investments for some of the most popular art funds tend to be expensive – often starting at tens of thousands of dollars. Cheaper alternatives include wine, which can offer an attractive prospect, with cases of fine wines and top vintages available for as little as $1,600. Data from Morningstar show that $32,600 invested in fine wine in 2005 would be worth $114,200 today. This compares very keenly to the stock markets, where the rate of return for the same period would have averaged at just 2.9 per cent.

“Figures like this show that alternatives are a valid money-making option in today’s economic climate – and the more volatile the stock markets become, the higher the values of these alternative assets will climb,” added Mr Johnson.

AAA supports all alternative investments, but is especially keen to focus on encouraging investment in emerging markets through impact investing or investing in forestry and other ecologically and socially responsible asset classes. “Investment in forestry through firms like Greenwood Management, which operates in Brazil, help to bring foreign investment to emerging economies and helps to safeguard the forestry industry for future generations," said Mr Johnson.

About Alternative Asset Analysis:
The remit of Alternative Asset Analysis is to analyse and provide news on the global performance of a wide range of alternative asset classes including, but not restricted to, commodities, real estate, forestry, foreign exchange, hedge funds, private equity and venture capital.

Contact:
Anthony Johnson
Alternative Asset Analysis
71 Commercial St
Boston, MA 02109-1320
617-939-9596
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FRA backs positive report on forestry investment options

A recent article on the advantages of investing in forestry, published in Farming Magazine and in the Irish Independent newspaper, has been welcomed by Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

Seattle, United States, September 03, 2011 -- A recent article on the advantages of investing in forestry, published in Farming Magazine and in the Irish Independent newspaper, has been welcomed by Forestry Research Associates (FRA).

The analysis and research consultancy said it backs this positive view of forestry as an investment option. The article explained that direct investment in forested land – either through a company that runs plantations or through buying and planting up an area of land independently, is a good way to develop a generous pension fund for the future.

The article, written by Joe Barry, said that the trees typically generate an annual investment return of between five and six per cent, which is a solid return without the risk involved with investing in stock markets. Barry explains that if the price of timber falls at the time trees reach maturity and can be sold, land owners or investors can simply opt to sit tight and wait until the market improves, which – points out Mr Barry – it eventually always does.

FRA’s analysis partner, Peter Collins, said, “The financial markets are not offering investors much reason for confidence at the moment, and investing in forestry is a truly risk-averse option for those who are keen to protect their money from any further stock-market crashes.”

FRA claims that an increasing number of affluent, ethically responsible investors are looking into ways to spread the risk in their portfolios while investing in projects that are both ecologically and socially responsible. The consultancy highlights forestry investment opportunities in emerging economies like Brazil, through firms like Greenwood Management, which offer people the chance to invest in plots of land that are being planted up with non-native tree crops, such as eucalyptus and teak.

Mr Barry claims there is always a market for timber, and with major economic growth in Asia and in Brazil, now is a good time to invest money in the Latin American country, according to FRA. “Brazilian forestry is a good bet in our opinion, not least because the steel industry is desperate for sustainably produced charcoal to help prepare infrastructure for the upcoming World Cups and Olympic events," said Peter Collins.

About Forestry Research Associates

Forestry Research Associates is a research and advisory consultancy that focuses on forestry management, sustainability issues and forestry investment around the globe.

Contact:
Peter Collins
Forestry Research Associates
620 Vineyard Lane
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Tel: (206) 316 8394
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Don Grady on Psychic Medium Spasoff Show

Don Grady on Psychic Medium Spasoff Show - This Monday, September 12, 2011 @ 8:00 P.M.- 9:00 P.M. PDT.

Escondido, CA, September 03, 2011 -- Join your Hosts Psychic Medium Spasoff along with co-host Country Joe as they welcome Legend of Stage, Screen, and Television. Don Grady but wait, isn't Don that actor from My Three Sons? Well, yes, Robbie Douglas is alive and well and here on Achieve Radio.. (www.achieveradio.com/richard-spasoff/). The first segment of the program will focus on Don, his music, work, and highlights of Television’s golden age.

Don Agrati (born June 8, 1944, in San Diego, California), better known as Don Grady, is an American composer, musician and actor. He is remembered both as one of Mickey Mouse's original Musketeers, and as Robbie Douglas, from My Three Sons. His sister was also an actress, billed as Lani O'Grady. Their mother was a talent agent, known as Mary Grady..........Continued with Don’s Story, listen in.

In the second segment, Medium Spasoff will take your calls about life, career, and relations as he does free on-air readings on the show! If you caught last week’s program, you know that the calls are brisk, from all over the world, and involve individuals in every walk of life! It’s a great mix of the lighter and the more serious sides of life! Don't miss it!~~~ Tune in and enjoy!!

The Psychic Medium Spasoff show is sponsored in part by The Sandy Hackett Rat pack. (http://www.sandyhackettsratpackshow.com/press/press_release_13.htm)

Richard Spasoff, Angelic Reader
Amazing Angelic Reader, Richard Spasoff is available on Achieve Radio and BBS Radio in addition coming soon to the PTN Network for personal consultation and readings. His gifts of intuitive ability have been predominant since he was very young, and he has helped countless people from all walks of life for many years. If you have a personal issue or problem that you would like to discuss or have Richard give you helpful feedback, call his show and speak to him personally. He will listen and guide you to find your utmost truths. His mission is helping those who have troubled lives, need guidance after the loss of a loved-ones or even those of a more personal nature. Feel free to contact him if you are having difficulties, whatever the circumstance, Richard is here for you. We are all in need of someone to listen to us at one time or another; let Richard be your guide. His gentle and sometimes comedic approach to personal issues can lighten your day. His connection to Angelic light is truly superb, as he works within the realms of God and the Angels, with a nurturing spirit that will comfort and give you guidance for your difficulties. Don't hesitate to call. Richard is always there for you.

As a special incentive, we are also featuring a September days-of Fall Offer!! Psychic Medium Spasoff is offering personal one-on-one readings to listeners at a best value of the year rate of only $40.00 for a 60-minute personal reading! This is a 50% savings, and is extended as a special thank you for our many faithful listeners. Anyone desiring a reading may contact us at: www.psychicmediumspasoffshow.com, or call for your appointment @ 760/291-1159.Don’t delay, this offer is only till the end of the Month!

Additionally, anyone interested in more information about upcoming guests, or shows past, please contact us at: 760/291-1159 with your questions or thoughts about future shows. Also, if any other hosts would like us to appear on their program, or a telephone interview, feel free to inquire!

Media Contact:
Richard Spasoff
Kspaz Productions
459 W El Norte Pkwy #212
Escondido,CA.92026
760-291-1159
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Winners of the Seasons Art Exhibition Announced by Online Art Gallery

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is pleased to announce that its September 2011 art exhibition is now posted on their website and is ready to view online.

Jupiter, Florida - September 01, 2011 -- Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery is pleased to announce that its September 2011 art exhibition is now posted on their website and is ready to view online. The theme for last month’s art competition was “Seasons”. The gallery received submissions from 13 different countries from around the world and they also received entries from 21 different states. Overall, there were 394 entries that were judged. Congratulations to the following artists who have been designated as this month’s winners, along with 55 Special Recognition Artists.

1st Place Winner - Jon Holiday - “Harrisville” - http:www.photosbyjon.com

2nd Place Winner - Charla Puryear - “Wintered Beach” - http://www.charlapuryear.com

3rd Place Winner - Marie Dancy-Brennan - “Autumn Leaves” - http:/www.zhibit.org/mdbrennan

4th Place Winner - Cynthia House - “Autumn’s Harvest” - http://the-pastel-cat-artist.com

5th Place Winner - Georgette Grey - “Pumpkins” - http://www.vertuarts.com/

Hon. Mention - Carol Ann - “Harvest” - http://ww.carolannart.com

Hon. Mention - Mary Sonya-Conti - “January’s Return” - http://ww.marysonyaconti.com

Hon. Mention - Robyn Hallewell - “Spring” - http://ww.rohallart.com

Hon. Mention - Mohan Tenuwara - “Long Shadows on the Linen Land” - http://www.my3faces.com

Hon. Mention - Kajal Zaveri - “Autumn in the City” - http://kajalzaveri.crevado.com

Each month Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts themed online art competitions for 2D artists. All participating winners of each competition have their artwork exposed and promoted online through the online gallery to thousands of visitors each month. If you know of a talented 2D artist who may benefit from the exposure and the publicity that the gallery can provide to them, please forward this press release to them.

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About Light Space & Time Online Gallery

Light Space & Time Online Gallery conducts monthly themed art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists. It is Light Space & Time’s intention to showcase this incredible artistic talent in a series of monthly themed art competitions and art exhibitions by marketing and displaying the exceptional abilities of these worldwide artists. Their online gallery website can be viewed here: http://www.lightspacetime.com.

Contact:
John R. Math
Light Space & Time Online Gallery
118 Poinciana Drive
Jupiter, FL 33458
Tel: 888-490-3530
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CellGuide to use Baolab’s NanoEMS technology to add 3D Compasses to its CLIOX-C GPS chip

Enhanced location services and augmented reality.

Rehovot, Israel & Barcelona, Spain - August 31, 2011 -- CellGuide has announced the selection of Baolab’s award winning NanoEMS™ technology as a companion to its location and positioning solutions. CellGuide will add Baolab’s recently launched 3D NanoCompass™ IC to their GPS chip, to create the CLIOX-C, the world’s first fully integrated GPS and compass device. Integrating the Compass and GPS together enables 'point and identify' augmented reality features to be easily incorporated in mobile devices, tablets, and cameras. The compass function further enhances the GPS system by providing immediate tunnel-exit and dead-reckoning features to assist in situations where the GPS signal is intermittent or not available.

The CLIOX-C co-packaging of compass and GPS functions creates a highly complementary, Location Based Service enabling solution, which is offered at a very competitive price point and footprint. While the GPS and compass functions can operate simultaneously, they can also be accessed independently by the host device’s application processor, enabling efficient power management for demanding mobile applications.

The CLIOX-C GPS solution is based on CellGuide’s proven host-based SNAP technology providing highly competitive performance, while minimizing system power consumption at an excellent cost/performance point. Baolab’s electronic 3-axis CMOS MEMS NanoCompass technology inside the CLIOX-C is the first product made using its patented NanoEMS™ technology, to create nanoscale MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) within the standard metal structure of a CMOS wafer using standard, high volume CMOS lines, that significantly reduces the cost of the compass by up to two thirds.

“Baolab’s 3D NanoCompass extends the capabilities of our GPS product so that it can cope with challenging situations and still continue to deliver reliable positional information,” said Adina Shorr, CellGuide’s CEO. “Baolab’s technology enables its NanoCompass IC to be integrated with our product in a very cost effective manner to create a unique solution that gives an extra level of detail to location services of not only where you are but also your orientation. The integration of the two technologies enhances the user experience, so for example you would know whether to turn left or right when coming out of an underground parking lot whilst the GPS is still trying to pick up the satellites.”

Dave Doyle, Baolab’s CEO, added, “NanoEMS now makes it much easier and more cost effective to integrate MEMS sensors into high volume, consumer electronics products so that they can become pervasive, meeting the increasing demand for smarter, more intuitive devices.”

Baolab Microsystems (http://www.baolab.com / info@baolab.com / Tel.: +34-93-394-17-70)
Baolab has developed an innovative technology called NanoEMS that enables MEMS to be created inside the CMOS wafer using standard manufacturing techniques. This enables them to be made an order of magnitude smaller than existing techniques of building MEMS on the surface of the wafer and also at a fraction of the cost. Privately owned, Baolab is based in Barcelona, Spain.

To learn more about Boalab’s NanoEMS technology and products, visit http://www.baolab.com/compass.htm or email info@baolab.com.

CellGuide is a fabless semiconductor, IP licensing and design services company, providing leading performance multi-beacon positioning solutions for consumer devices. CellGuide’s unique and patented GNSS technology is the product of years of research, development, and field experience. A pioneer in GNSS SNAP technology and host-based architecture, the company was founded in 1999 by experts in navigation, communication and signal processing coming from the Israeli defense industry. CellGuide's host-based architecture is a highly-integrated positioning solution that provides superior price/performance and an enhanced user experience in a variety of location-based applications and scenarios. CellGuide’s ACLYS GPS chip, and the complementary GPSense™ firmware, replace dedicated GPS silicon by leveraging mobile processors and other wireless components inside the mobile device to provide built-in multi beacon GPS functionality.

To learn more about CellGuide’s complete line of GNSS products, including the CLIOX-C, visit http://www.cell-guide.com or email info@cell-guide.com.

Media Contacts:
Lital Mamon
CellGuide Ltd.
Tel: +972.8.9365152

Nigel Robson, Vortex PR
Tel: +44 1481 233080

NanoEMS and 3D NanoCompass are trademarks of Baolab Microsystems, S.L.
GPSense is a trademark of CellGuide
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Demand from the Asia Pacific Region Driving Growth of 3D Medical Imaging

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the exponential demand coming from the APAC region.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “The 3D Medical Imaging market in the APAC region is the fastest growing market in the Medical Imaging sector. China and India, which have large patient pools, are expected to develop an increasing number of new hospitals and diagnostic centers, which will boost the Global 3D Medical Imaging market. Moreover, because of the growing purchasing power and awareness about the technology in the region, there is increasing demand for 3D medical imaging diagnosis.”

The report also highlights that the emergence of 4D imaging is hindering the growth of this market. However, the visualization benefits of 3D imaging are expected to keep driving the market. The market is also being boosted by the increase in telesurgery.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Siemens Healthcare, Philips Healthcare, GE Healthcare, and Toshiba Medical System Corp.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-3d-medical-imaging-systems-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:
Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
W1G 9SP London UK
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880
Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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Consumer Electronics Segment Generating Demand for Inertial Sensors

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Inertial Sensor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Inertial Sensor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well s the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by growing demand from the Consumer Electronics segment.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “With developments in MEMS technology, inertial sensors have become smaller, lighter, and less expensive. They also consume less power. This, coupled with the growing demand for increased functionality and enhanced user experience in electronic devices, means that the Consumer Electronics segment has become a key market for inertial sensors. Vendors in the Consumer Electronics segment are using these sensors to develop smaller, reliable, efficient and low-cost handheld products and motion-sensing applications.”

The report also highlights that the lack of product differentiation is hindering the growth of this market. However, the decreasing price of these sensors is expected to keep driving the market. These sensors are also being integrated with a growing variety of innovative applications in the Aerospace, Automobile, and Consumer Durables industries.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Inertial Sensor Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Bosch Group GmbH, STMicroelectronics, Kionix, and Freescale Semiconductor.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://www.technavio.com/content/global-inertial-sensor-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:
Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
W1G 9SP London UK
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880
Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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Blade Server Market Witnessing Improvement in Security Features

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Blade Server market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Blade Server market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5 percent.

The report, which focuses on North America and the EMEA region, indicates that the market is being driven by the need to reduce the cost of network infrastructure and maintenance.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “One of the major drivers for organizations opting for blade servers is the need to reduce the overall capital and operating costs of managing enterprise infrastructure. Networking devices are increasing in functionality with the evolution of technology and though this trend has increased the cost of the devices, the overall ability of blade servers to integrate servers, storage, and management has still helped reduce the overall cost of the infrastructure.”

The report also highlights that the increasing cost of resources and expertise is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increased functionalities and capabilities of blade servers is expected to keep driving the market. There are also improved security features being incorporated into blade servers.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Blade Server Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including HP, IBM, Cisco, and Dell.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-blade-server-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:
Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
W1G 9SP London UK
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880
Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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IAPAM's Botox ® Training Helps Physicians Capitalize on Botox ® Boom

As the demand for Botox ® treatments, from anti-aging to bladder control, continues to rise, physicians can capture this growing Botox ® market and greatly benefit their practices through expert Botox ® training at multi-day seminars like the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox ® Training (www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/botoxtraining.html).

Las Vegas, NV, August 30, 2011 -- In late 2010, Botox ® was approved by the FDA to treat chronic migraine headaches in adults. The FDA announced that Botox ® injections have been shown to be effective in the prevention of migraines, which are debilitating headaches that cause intense pulsing or throbbing pain and affect about 12% of Americans. “Chronic migraine is one of the most disabling forms of headache,” Russell Katz, MD, of the FDA, says in a news release. “Patients with chronic migraine experience a headache more than 14 days of the month. This condition can greatly affect family, work, and social life, so it is important to have a variety of effective treatment options available.”

More recently, on August 24, 2011, the FDA approved Botox ® for the treatment of adult urinary incontinence, or to treat overactive bladder control, in patients with neurological problems. The FDA has said "Botox ® can be injected into the bladder to treat those who lose bladder control because of damage to the nervous system, through conditions such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury." "Allergan will try to gain approval to market Botox ® to a broader population of patients with overactive bladder," Allergan's CEO David Pyott reported earlier this month.

As uses for Botox ® continue to expand, Botox ® sales have skyrocketed in 2011. Allergan announced 2Q net income increases of 3%, primarily due to "worldwide revenue from the wrinkle treatment Botox ® [climbing] 16% to $418 million." Given the continued popularity of Botox ® as the number one minimally invasive aesthetic medicine treatment (5.4 million Botox ® procedures were preformed in 2010), and coupled with the increasing number of uses for this product, physicians expertly trained in the administration of Botox ® can capitalize on this ever growing market.

The IAPAM Training Difference

Botox ® training is the central component of the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com) which offers comprehensive instruction on the top 5 minimally invasive procedures: Botox ® injection, soft tissue fillers; chemical peels, medical microdermabrasion and laser hair removal. The key to success in the aesthetic industry is not performing one procedures, but combining treatments giving your patients the results they desire. Moreover, “physicians now see the importance in not having Botox ® training in an unclean hotel room, and are choosing the IAPAM’s aesthetic medicine symposium since its done in a clean medical practice which gives them the opportunity to learn proper Botox ® injection technique,” says Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM (http://www.iapam.com).

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder, emphasizes that "any effective training program should provide tips on how to give an effective consultation with each patient. This should include a thorough evaluation of the individual characteristics of the face, a comprehensive discussion with the patient regarding risks and benefits, and most importantly, how to appropriately set and manage realistic patient expectations." Fellow IAPAM faculty member, dermatologist Dr. Toni C. Stockton, instructs registrants on the latest technologies and products, from Botox ® to Dysport ®. She also educates physicians on dealing with possible adverse events due to the procedure.

For more information on the IAPAM's upcoming Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox ® Training, please see http://www.iapam.com or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext. 704.

Botox, Botox Cosmetic and Juvederm are trademarks of Allergan, Inc. Dysport, Restylane, Perlane are trademarks of Medicis, Inc.

About the IAPAM: The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary global association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession worldwide. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits to members around the globe. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: Botox ® training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM’s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 ext. 704
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NFC Forum Initiatives are Driving the NFC PoS Terminal Market

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global NFC PoS Terminal market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global NFC PoS Terminal market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the various initiatives undertaken by the NFC Forum.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “To ensure a good relationship between vendors, the NFC Forum works with all stakeholders of the NFC ecosystem to promote the standardization of this technology. The Forum plays a vital role in driving adoption of NFC technology by end-users. It does this by ensuring that there is interoperability among the various devices and services, and by spreading awareness.”

The report also highlights that the high cost of NFC PoS terminals is hindering the growth of this market. However, with NFCs fast becoming the preferred mode of payment, this market is expected to keep growing. There is also a trend in this market of vendors offering non-payment applications as value-added services.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global NFC PoS Terminal Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including VeriFone, Ingenico, and Hypercom.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-nfc-pos-terminal-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

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Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
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Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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Increased Adoption of Refrigerated Transportation by Food and Beverage Industry Driving US Market

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the US Refrigerated Road Transportation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the US Refrigerated Road Transportation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 percent.

The report, which focuses specifically on the United States, indicates that the market is being driven by the increased adoption of refrigerated transport especially by the Food and Beverage industry.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Refrigerated transportation plays a vital role in the value chain of the Food and Beverage industry as it improves efficiency and reduces operating expenses. Refrigerated transportation is used to preserve perishable foods at all stages, from production to distribution. Moreover, the Food and Beverage industry has been able to reduce wastage and improve the quality of food with the aid of refrigerated transportation.”

The report also highlights that the high capital investment required is hindering the growth of this market. However, cost-effective outsourced services have been providing a boost to the market. There is also a trend in this market of increasing adoption of single-temperature carriage.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, US Refrigerated Road Transportation Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Prime Inc., C.R. England, Greatwide Logistics Services, and Stevens Transport.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/us-refrigerated-road-transportation-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:
Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
W1G 9SP London UK
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880
Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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Finite Element Analysis Software Leading to Improved Organizational Productivity

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.6 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.6 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by improvements in organizational productivity that can be achieved by adopting this software.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “FEA software has been helping companies to create reliable and efficient products by providing accurate analysis of product designs. FEA software can also be integrated with other simulation software, which is leading to product design optimization. Through the use of FEA solutions, engineers can analyze a product design without delays and minimize the likelihood of failure in the product development cycle.”

The report also highlights that the existence of counterfeit products is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increasing need to reduce the time to market is expected to keep driving this market. There is also a trend in this market of integrating FEA software and enterprise applications.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Finite Element Analysis Software Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Dassault Systèmes, MSC Software Corp., ANSYS Inc., LMS International, and Altair Engineering Inc.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-finite-element-analysis-software-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:
Ludmila Berkesova
Program Manager
Technavio
8 Wimpole Street
W1G 9SP London UK
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880
Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825
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Approaches to HIV Eradication

The various approaches to HIV eradication all address a problem, and that problem is the HIV reservoir. HIV reservoirs have been called the last hiding place for HIV within the body. The final step toward finding a cure against HIV lies in dealing with HIV reservoirs.

Toulon, France, August 30, 2011 - What can be done about HIV eradication? The advancements in scientific technology and medical treatments have made significant progress in managing HIV and making it a chronic condition in most patients; however, the next logical step toward a cure has been elusive. Researchers have been working hard for the past few years on closing the gap between manageable disease and functional cure, and several different approaches have been explored or are currently being discussed. While antiretroviral therapy (ART) has been effective against HIV virus out in the open bloodstream, there are pockets of HIV that lie dormant in cells until antiretroviral therapy ceases, which allow them to become active again. These pockets are called HIV reservoirs. The approaches to HIV eradication focus mainly on how to deal with these reservoirs.

Let's talk about some of the discussed approaches; seven of them to be exact. On one approach, ART is started before HIV has a chance to establish reservoirs. This normally takes place when a person is just infected with HIV (acute HIV infection), very early in the process. The hope is to stop viruses before reservoirs can be established. In another approach, ART is intensified greatly in order to stop completely HIV replication. An alternate strategy is to activate dormant T-cells so the remaining HIV reservoirs can be flushed out and eliminated.

There are also strategies that deal with preventing the virus from infecting additional cells directly. If the HIV reservoirs can't be eliminated, one approach involves keeping the reservoirs dormant forever, keeping the HIV from ever replicating again. This means finding ways to disable the virus's ability to replicate. Alternatively, a sixth strategy protects the uninfected cells from ever being infected. The seventh discussed approach attempts to strengthen the body's natural immune system when exposed to HIV, very much like how a vaccine works.

The various approaches to HIV eradication all address a problem, and that problem is the HIV reservoir. HIV reservoirs have been called the last hiding place for HIV within the body. The final step toward finding a functional cure for HIV lies in dealing with HIV reservoirs. The dormant viruses hiding in these places make it very easy for a person's viral load to increase dramatically if ART is stopped even for a short time. Therefore, in conjunction with ART, one of the known possible approaches for HIV eradication-or possibly approaches that haven't been thought of yet-will become increasingly important to develop and implement.

Contact:
Alain Lafeuillade
AVPS
1208 Av. Cl Picot
Toulon, 83000
France
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