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June 17, 2011

Great Variety of Custom Made iPhone Covers Available

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 12:35:01 PM
Great Variety of Custom Made iPhone Covers Available

SHENZHEN, China, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- From the middle of June until further notice, Shenzhen Wuzhou Changlian International Trading Co. adds a series of diamond lPhone 4 covers. Each product of this diamond model can be custom made, as long as we have the detailed design information from the customers.

Besides the products in stock, ultra slim model, ultra clear model, ultra shock model with harmonious colors and fashionable styles, we have just finalized the agreement with our partner to introduce a new series of 3D cube diamond phone cases, with a competitive price from our partner. These cases are not only a durable protection to the phone, it is much more than a souvenir and an ideal gift for occasions. Customer can inform us the relative information about the logo, size, color they like, to express their emotions to their lovers, wives, friends or families.

All products are directly introduced from our partner factory, thus all of them are sold at a rather competitive price. Consumers who wish to wholesale these models please kindly note the custom made time, for more than 50 pcs, it needs 15-20 working days, thus any urgent order please inquire relative customer service staff first. Besides this diamond model, we also introduced a series of rabbit phone case with two long ears of 3D cube model available in 4 colors, black, white, pink, red and are still being updated.

Besides phone cases of various phone models, we also supply cases for MP3 players and iPad 2 cases.

Materials like leather, bling bling water drills, silicone, rubber, plastic will be used to make into various styles with its unique appearances and features.

To know more about Shenzhen Wuzhou Changlian International Trading Co., LTD, please go to http://www.cellphone-case.net/.

SOURCE  Shenzhen Wuzhou Changlian International Trading Co.

Shenzhen Wuzhou Changlian International Trading Co.

CONTACT: Jenny Zhong, +86-132-6573-7060, service@cellphone-case.net

Web Site: http://www.cellphone-case.net/
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Virtual Internet Launches Its Private and Public Cloud Hosting Solutions in the US Market

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 12:07:01 PM
Virtual Internet Launches Its Private and Public Cloud Hosting Solutions in the US Market

Cloud Hosting by Virtual Internet will prompt US businesses to realize the answer lies in the cloud.

Virtual Internet Launches Its Private and Public Cloud Hosting Solutions in the US Market

Cloud Hosting by Virtual Internet will prompt US businesses to realize the answer lies in the cloud.

LINDON, Utah, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Internet (VI.net), a major UK provider of business hosting solutions, is officially launching their flagship cloud hosting product. With recently upgraded VMware(TM) cloud servers increasingly outselling conventional hosting solutions, VI's business-class cloud solutions deliver reliability, cost savings, scalability, and performance.

According to Forrester Research, nearly 70% of an average IT budget is spent on maintenance of existing infrastructure, reducing the resources allocated to innovation and strategic planning. Extremely flexible and fail-safe, cloud hosting creates a fully automated workflow with hosting resources dynamically provisioned when and where they are needed. As a self-healing virtual infrastructure, cloud hosting delivers continuous network uptime, whilst allowing freedom of management of operational systems, load balancing, and overall resource utilization.

"The bottom line is that cloud hosting is the most efficient hosting solution today, and we're happy to deliver our solutions to the US market. This is the future of web hosting," said Patrick McCarthy, VI's Managing Director.

VI has created a hardware-based cloud that is fully hardware and network redundant including redundant hardware firewalls. The cloud is sandbox-ready and production-ready the instant customers sign up for a customized SLA. They can hit the ground running in the knowledge that their applications are powered by the finest hypervisors in the cloud.

"Having an advanced and flexible hosting solution is an indispensable part of a solid business plan. The hosting provider you choose will be the backbone of your business and VI has been that vital framework for numerous customers since 1996," remarked McCarthy. "We invite US businesses to experience a new level in cloud web hosting, with industry-leading SLAs and 24/7 customer support."

Customers' data is hosted at a10,000 square foot datacenter in Lindon, Utah. The state-of-the-art facilities are SAS 70 compliant with Tier 3 classification.

For information or a quote, visit http://www.vi.net or call 877-358-3819.

ABOUT VIRTUAL INTERNET

Since 1996 Virtual Internet has been keeping an innovative finger on the pulse of web hosting technology. It was the first host to provide both Xen and VMware private and public cloud servers to the UK enterprise market. Now the company has launched "on-demand" VMware private and public cloud hosting services to the US market at a fraction of the traditional cost.

SOURCE  Virtual Internet

Virtual Internet

CONTACT: Kirk Maudsley, +1-435-227-1211, kmaudsley@westhost.com, for Virtual Internet

Web Site: http://www.vi.net
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Virtual Internet Launches Its Private and Public Cloud Hosting Solutions in the US Market

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 11:21:01 AM
Virtual Internet Launches Its Private and Public Cloud Hosting Solutions in the US Market

Cloud Hosting by Virtual Internet will prompt US businesses to realize the answer lies in the cloud.

LINDON, Utah, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Virtual Internet (VI.com), a major UK provider of business hosting solutions, is officially launching their flagship cloud hosting product. With recently upgraded VMware(TM) cloud servers increasingly outselling conventional hosting solutions, VI's business-class cloud solutions deliver reliability, cost savings, scalability, and performance.

According to Forrester Research, nearly 70% of an average IT budget is spent on maintenance of existing infrastructure, reducing the resources allocated to innovation and strategic planning. Extremely flexible and fail-safe, cloud hosting creates a fully automated workflow with hosting resources dynamically provisioned when and where they are needed. As a self-healing virtual infrastructure, cloud hosting delivers continuous network uptime, whilst allowing freedom of management of operational systems, load balancing, and overall resource utilization.

"The bottom line is that cloud hosting is the most efficient hosting solution today, and we're happy to deliver our solutions to the US market. This is the future of web hosting," said Patrick McCarthy, VI's Managing Director.

VI has created a hardware-based cloud that is fully hardware and network redundant including redundant hardware firewalls. The cloud is sandbox-ready and production-ready the instant customers sign up for a customized SLA. They can hit the ground running in the knowledge that their applications are powered by the finest hypervisors in the cloud.

"Having an advanced and flexible hosting solution is an indispensable part of a solid business plan. The hosting provider you choose will be the backbone of your business and VI has been that vital framework for numerous customers since 1996," remarked McCarthy. "We invite US businesses to experience a new level in cloud web hosting, with industry-leading SLAs and 24/7 customer support."

Customers' data is hosted at a10,000 square foot datacenter in Lindon, Utah. The state-of-the-art facilities are SAS 70 compliant with Tier 3 classification.

For information or a quote, visit http://www.vi.net or call 877-358-3819.

ABOUT VIRTUAL INTERNET

Since 1996 Virtual Internet has been keeping an innovative finger on the pulse of web hosting technology. It was the first host to provide both Xen and VMware private and public cloud servers to the UK enterprise market. Now the company has launched "on-demand" VMware private and public cloud hosting services to the US market at a fraction of the traditional cost.

SOURCE  Virtual Internet

Virtual Internet

CONTACT: Kirk Maudsley, +1-435-227-1211, kmaudsley@westhost.com, for Virtual Internet

Web Site: http://www.vi.net
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Metal Poker Cranks the Noise up to 11

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 11:14:01 AM
Metal Poker Cranks the Noise up to 11

LONDON, June 17, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    - Metal Poker Invites you to Play Louder on its Killer New Site

    Metal Poker [http://www.metalpoker.com ], the brand new site dedicated to
bringing you the latest in the rock scene, as well as all the cash games and
tournaments you can handle, is thrashing its way onto the gaming and music
stage.

    An awesome array of metal tracks to stream during play, as well as an
electrifying sign up bonus of up to ?500, are all available here:
http://www.metalpoker.com/

    Bringing headbangers and poker fans into one arena, Metal Poker
[http://www.metalpoker.com ]is also rocking a new Facebook page, which gives
players the chance to throw-down on all things metal, as well as being kept
up to date with all the latest tournaments and promotions!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Metal-Poker/159637290763613 .

    Metal Poker [http://www.metalpoker.com ]combines music news courtesy of
Blabbermouth.net [http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net ] , and
all the freshest card room stories from Poker News Daily
[http://www.pokernewsdaily.com ] , and best of all, gives you chances to win
some fantastic music and poker based prizes, as well as the chance to ineract
with friends and superstars in the metal community. It's also a proud
sponsor of the new Metal Hammer Show on Planet Rock, Sunday nights at 10pm.

    Metal Poker [http://www.metalpoker.com ] is open to new players and
poker-veterans alike, with its range of free-to-play to high-roller tables
This brand new experience is quick and simple to download on any PC, and a
must for any hardcore metal fan, or any player looking for something with a
bit more bite. There's never been a better time to Play Louder.

    About Metal Poker

    Metal Poker is brought to you by St Minver Ltd, Europe's leading gaming
operator. St Minver Ltd. is licensed in Gibraltar and is strictly regulated
by the laws of the European Union with regard to Data Protection. St Minver
Ltd. is committed to delivering ethical and responsible gaming, with the
highest standards of excellence in customer care. We guarantee our
customer's privacy and that all details are kept strictly confidential and
will not be sold or distributed to any third parties. We are also committed
to responsible gambling practices and closely monitor activity to identify
issues such as problem and underage gambling. Our poker software is
developed and maintained by Boss Media AB, a leading online gaming software
company.

   
    Press Contact:
    Nick Morey
    Indigo Pearl
    nick@indigopearl.com
    +44(0)208-964-4545

Source: Metal Poker

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Goodrich Introduces Enhanced Imagery Stability and Tracking for TASE Gimbal Family

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 10:07:01 AM
Goodrich Introduces Enhanced Imagery Stability and Tracking for TASE Gimbal Family

PARIS, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- PARIS AIR SHOW -- Goodrich Corporation (NYSE: GR), has introduced a second generation video processing solution - the VPS II.  Bringing together video processing, image stabilization and target tracking in a small low power system, this new product will greatly increase the stability and image range of the Goodrich TASE gimbal family produced at Goodrich's ISR Systems business in Hood River, Oregon (Cloud Cap Technology) or similar gimbaled camera systems developed by other manufacturers.

Combining new hardware and circuitry with extremely effective new software algorithms, VPS II will provide unprecedented stability in imagery from moving camera systems.  In addition to the stability improvements, the system will provide sophisticated new tracking solutions allowing users to designate and track objects along complex paths,  when they are concealed and when the object is transitioning (such as a person getting into a car).

This second generation system now enables objects to be identified more easily and from a greater distance, due to the level of stabilization of the image taken from moving platforms such as UAVs, towers and manned aircraft.

Goodrich Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a global supplier of systems and services to aerospace, defense and homeland security markets.  With one of the most strategically diversified portfolios of products in the industry, Goodrich serves a global customer base with significant worldwide manufacturing and service facilities.  For more information visit http://www.goodrich.com.

Goodrich Corporation operates through its divisions and as a parent company for its subsidiaries, one or more of which may be referred to as "Goodrich Corporation" in this press release.

SOURCE  Goodrich Corporation; GR - Electronic Systems

Goodrich Corporation; GR - Electronic Systems

CONTACT: Media - Julie Mears, +44 1684 585225, +44 7747 757115, or Andrew Martin, +1-704-423-7048

Web Site: http://www.goodrich.com
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Software Released for NY OPWDD Incident Reports and MSC Notes

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 9:35:01 AM
Software Released for NY OPWDD Incident Reports and MSC Notes

Support for OPWDD 147, monthly MSC notes and billing audit reports in Therap 9.0

WATERBURY, Conn., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Therap 9.0 developmental disabilities software released last week showcases an array of New York specific online forms, including OPWDD 147 incident reports, monthly Medical Service Coordination Notes (MSC notes) and habilitation checklist mapping.

The recently revised OPWDD 147 incident report form is a significant update with Therap 9.0. Users can easily review, print and submit the forms in the standard PDF format. Other enhancements include habilitation checklist mapping of HCBS waiver service types to particular service/habilitation plans.

In addition to OPWDD incident reports, Therap 9.0 includes a string of new NY specific features includingrunning MSC notes and monthly summaryand audit reports for compliance and billing. The latter will be generated at the end of individual service/habilitation plan workflow to determine whether all necessary criteria have been met before billing for a service.

"We offer the full range of documentation services required of the New York developmental disability community," said Kevin Lightle, Therap's Regional Director of Training and Support. "We provide support for Medical Service Coordination (MSC) and habilitation programs in residential and day settings. We support NY specific service plans, habilitation plans, IPOP and incident reports that comply with Jonathan's Law. We continuously update our services to better match OPWDD,DDSO, OMIG, and CMS standards."

In addition to New York specific forms, a number of generic features and applications have been added to Therap's suite of online developmental disabilities software. These include 'Time Tracking' for individual activity and behavior monitoring, medication schedules in medication administration records (MARs) and billing utilization and reconciliation reports. More information on these can be found on Therap's website.

About Therap

Therap developmental disabilities software solutions are widely used by organizations, working with people with developmental disabilities in home and community-based services (HCBS) and other settings. Secure applications offered by Therap include individual support modules such as incident reports, medication error reports, behavior tracking, individual service plans, goal tracking, health records, medication administration records, supported employment, and training management, and more. Therap also covers billing with service authorizations, attendance and professional claim tracking modules. Therap's HIPAA, HITECH and ARRA compliant software applications are widely used by state agencies for case management and eligibility assessments.

SOURCE  Therap Services

Therap Services

CONTACT: Richard Robbins, +1-203-568-1360, richard@therapservices.net

Web Site: http://www.therapservices.net
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Illegal Streaming Is Now A Felony

Poster: Rich
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 8:59:39 AM
Beware illegal streamers, you've been warned. Evidently sreaming copywrited material to the public with intended financial gain wasn't illegal before. Who knew... I think it's funny that you have to do it 10 times before you can actually be charged.

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The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee approved a bill yesterday that would make illegal streaming of copyrighted content a felony.

The bill, known as the Commercial Felony Streaming Act, addresses what some lawmakers are calling a loophole in current copyright-infringement laws. It is currently a felony to download or upload copyrighted content, but streaming is not expressly prohibited. This bill would add that streaming copyrighted content would also be a punishable offense.

If the bill is eventually passed by lawmakers, it would allow for infringers streaming content for commercial purposes to be sentenced to up to five years in prison. According to the bill's text, infringers will be charged when "the offense consists of 10 or more public performances by electronic means, during any 180-day period, of 1 or more copyrighted works."


http://news.cnet.com/8301-13506_3-20071913-17/senate-committee-agrees-illegal-streaming-is-a-felony/#ixzz1PXdywF00
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Redbox Expands Game Rentals

Poster: Rich
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 8:51:22 AM
Redbox has rolled out game rentals nationwide this month. Though it appears that none of them are near me. Which sucks, because there's a few games that I'd love to rent for a day or two, but sure as hell wouldn't buy....

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As promised, Redbox has rolled out game rentals nationwide.

In April, Redbox said it would start offering game rentals in 21,000 of its 27,000 kiosks this month. The company is renting out a range of titles for the Xbox 360, Wii, and PlayStation 3, including the recently launched Duke Nukem Forever and last year's blockbuster hit Call of Duty: Black Ops.

Redbox has launched a full online listing of games available to customers. Those who find something they like can reserve a title from home and pick it up at their chosen Redbox location.

Redbox is charging $2 per day for its game rentals. It currently rents DVDs and Blu-ray discs for as little as $1 per day and $1.50 per day, respectively.


http://news.cnet.com/8301-13506_3-20071891-17/redbox-presses-play-on-game-rentals-nationwide/#ixzz1PXbuyGOn
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Canadian Married Name Change a Breeze with MissNowMrs.com

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 8:14:01 AM
Canadian Married Name Change a Breeze with MissNowMrs.com

~ Innovative Web Service Simplifies the Name Change Process for Canadian Newlyweds ~

POTOMAC, Md., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Canadian women looking to simplify the name-change process after tying the knot have to look no further than http://www.MissNowMrs.com/Canada.  MissNowMrs.com is happy to announce the launch of the Canadian version of their user-friendly website, which automatically generates all the necessary forms and walks customers through filing them in a quick and easy three-step process.  Premiered in 2006, MissNowMrs.com has helped over 80,000 brides transition their last names with ease and has been recommended by Brides, InStyle Wedding and Destination Weddings & Honeymoons magazines.

The experts behind MissNowMrs.com/Canada are devoted to making the name change process as simple, secure and accurate as possible.  They guarantee the forms and filing instructions are the most up-to-date versions available and they have carefully researched the filing requirements of each Canadian province or territory.  There is a long list of agencies new brides should notify of a name change including: Social Insurance, Passport Canada, Provincial Health Care Providers, Provincial driver's license, the CRA, insurance providers, mortgage companies, investment companies, medical providers, utility companies, and more. It is estimated that MissNowMrs.com saves newlyweds an estimated 13 hours of name change stress and the cost is only $29.95.  A membership lasts six months so new brides have plenty of time to access the forms and complete the process.

All personal information given for the forms is kept secure. Should a user wish not to give certain information online, such as a social security number, the site allows customers to print out the forms, fill them out by hand and mail them in. The company is so confident in the quality of its service that it offers a full 60 day refund if not completely satisfied.

MissNowMrs.com also offers gift cards for a unique, thoughtful and unexpected gift that any bride-to-be will appreciate.

SOURCE  MissNowMrs.com

MissNowMrs.com

CONTACT: Danielle Tate, +1-800-301-9296, support@missnowmrs.com

Web Site: http://www.MissNowMrs.com/Canada
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For Cannes Lions Festival, MSLGROUP Launches Real-time Conversation Platform www.cannescentrale.com with Free iPhone App

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 7:21:01 AM
For Cannes Lions Festival, MSLGROUP Launches Real-time Conversation Platform http://www.cannescentrale.com with Free iPhone App

Twitter Star @BadBanana serves as celebrity reporter on Mobile Site That Allows Delegates and Non-delegates to Be Everywhere, All the Time, at Cannes

PARIS, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --MSLGROUP, Publicis Groupe's speciality communications and engagement network today launches http://www.cannescentrale.com, a fully mobile conversation platform, curated by the public. The platform also has a customized app for the iPhone, Cannes Centrale, available for free at the Apple App store. American blogger Tim Siedell - considered one of the funniest people on Twitter (@badbanana) by Twitter co-founder Biz Stone, TIME magazine and Mashable - heads up a team of roving reporters, setting the tone for a platform designed to provide insight and provoke comment about people, events and deals during the Cannes Lions festival of creativity.  Afraid there's so much going on at Cannes that you'll miss something Eric Schmidt said? Or worse, fall behind on industry gossip outside the infamous Gutter Bar?  Don't worry, MSLGROUP and @badbanana have you covered.

Created for anyone interested in the Lions - festival goers or not - http://www.cannescentrale.com provides a 'Spy Magazine'-like eye on Cannes, with the broader Cannes community effectively the editors: adding content, but also voting up/down existing content so that only the very best surfaces to the top.

Ensuring an all-important level of irreverence and humour on the mobile site is Siedell, a 20-year advertising veteran and award-winning creative director, named one of 21 influencers "reshaping media and marketing in 2011" by Advertising Age.

MSLGROUP CEO Olivier Fleurot commented, "I'm very happy to have Tim on the team: his presence in Cannes, and reporting role for the Centrale project, helps ensure a rich dose of insight, humour and cheek - vital ingredients of course to engage the Cannes audience".

As a precursor to next week's festival - and to help people sift through the multitude of seminars on offer - with characteristic wit Siedell has listed his 'top picks' for the Lions here on the CannesCentrale site.

About http://www.cannescentrale.com (Technical Details)

Downloading the app is simple: iPhone and iPad users can visit the app store on their device, drop 'cannescentrale' into the search box, and up will pop the app ready for download. The app enables people to take photos of any and all Cannes happenings and post directly onto Cannes Centrale: When writing a post, the option 'attach photo' appears. Users can also visit http://www.cannescentrale.com from their computer or mobile phone, as the site is configured for both types of screens.

http://www.cannescentrale.com is a fully mobile site, enabling anyone (not only Cannes delegates) with a smartphone to interact with the festival by adding, commenting and sharing thoughts, gossip and pictures via their mobile devices. To add content, visitors will need to create a login, or they can login using their Twitter/Facebook accounts. If visitors to the site wish only to rate or share existing content, no login is required.

About Tim Siedell

Tim Siedell is a thinker, writer, and retired trombone player (1980-1983) currently living about as far from New York and Los Angeles as you can get at the same time. You can find his work at Funny or Die, in the comedy section of the Huffington Post, and on Twitter as @badbanana. In his spare time, Tim's an advertising creative director, husband, and father of two daughters. He resides in Lincoln, Nebraska.

About MSLGROUP

MSLGROUP is Publicis Groupe's PR, speciality communications and engagement group, advisors in all aspects of communication strategy: from consumer PR to employee communications, from public affairs to reputation management and from crisis communications to event management. With more than 2,500 people, its offices span 22 countries. Adding affiliates and partners into the equation, MSLGROUP's reach increases to 4,000 employees in 83 countries. The group offers strategic planning and counsel, insight-guided thinking and big, compelling ideas - followed by thorough execution. Learn more about us at: http://www.mslgroup.com + http://blog.mslgroup.com + Twitter + YouTube.

About Publicis Groupe

Publicis Groupe [listed on the Euronext Paris Exchange - FR0000130577 - and part of the CAC 40 index] is the world's third largest communications group. With activities spanning 104 countries on five continents, Publicis Groupe offers local and international clients a complete range of advertising services through three global advertising networks, Leo Burnett, Publicis, Saatchi & Saatchi, and numerous agencies including Fallon, 49%-owned Bartle Bogle Hegarty, and Kaplan Thaler Group. VivaKi combines digital and media expertise, allowing to connect with consumers in a holistic way, with Starcom MediaVest Group and ZenithOptimedia worldwide media networks; and interactive and digital marketing led by Digitas and Razorfish networks. VivaKi develops new services, tools, and next generation digital platforms. Publicis Groupe's specialized agencies and marketing services offer healthcare communications with Publicis Healthcare Communications Group (PHCG, the first network in healthcare communications), sustainability communications and multicultural communications. With MSLGROUP, one of the world's top five PR and Events networks, expertise ranges from corporate and financial communications to public relations and public affairs, branding, social media marketing and events.  http://www.publicisgroupe.com

Contact:
Trudi Harris (Paris) trudi.harris@mslgroup.com  +33 (0)6 13 73 83 02
Mike Bush (New York) michael.bush@mslgroup.com +1 212 468 3623
Neelam Banghard (Singapore) neelam.banghard@mslgroup.com +65 6327 0283

SOURCE  MSLGROUP

MSLGROUP

Web Site: http://www.mslgroup.com
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Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 7:14:01 AM
Read Naturally® Read Live Now Available

ST. PAUL, Minn., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Read Naturally, Inc. announced today the launch of Read Live, the latest generation of Read Naturally's research-based programs: Benchmark Assessor Live and Read Naturally Live. Read Live's powerful web-technology platform gives administrators the ability to easily deploy these programs whether on a single computer or across an entire district.

"We are thrilled to introduce Read Live, our newest intervention and assessment tool," CEO and Read Naturally co-owner Tom Ihnot said. "Using our highly effective strategy that combines teacher modeling, repeated reading, and progress monitoring, Read Live provides a comprehensive program and assessment that's easy to access and administer and will benefit struggling readers across the globe."

Benchmark Assessor Live assesses students' overall reading proficiency to determine if intervention is needed and monitors student progress over time.

In Read Naturally Live, students are placed at their instructional reading levels (19 levels are available). Educators can easily differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of students from first grade to adult including English language learners, special education, and Title I students.

Students work mostly independently in Read Naturally Live by reading high-interest, nonfiction stories and completing a number of activities including a vocabulary-boosting game, Wordtastic. This motivating and engaging curriculum and format builds students' fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and phonics skills.

For more information on Read Live, visit http://www.readnaturally.com/readlive or watch a short video.

For more information, a 60-day trial, or images, contact:
Ben Weisner
Read Naturally, Inc.
Ben@readnaturally.com
800.788.4085

About Read Naturally

Read Naturally's innovative, research-proven reading programs provide high-quality interventions and differentiated instruction for struggling readers in a wide range of abilities, from first grade through adult. Since its launch in 1991, Read Naturally, Inc. continues to be the pioneer in improving fluency, garnering rave reviews and industry recognition from educators, parents, and students across the country. The company's programs and assessments have helped thousands of students become better readers.

SOURCE  Read Naturally, Inc.

Read Naturally, Inc.

Web Site: http://www.readnaturally.com
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Mood Media's Touch Partners with Qdoba Mexican Grill to Feature New Independent Music

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 7:14:01 AM
Mood Media's Touch Partners with Qdoba Mexican Grill to Feature New Independent Music

Qdoba Mexican Grill continues its ongoing commitment to feature rising talent in the
indiesphere with this month's featured artist Ivan & Alyosha

DENVER, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Qdoba Mexican Grill, known for its wide
variety of fresh and innovative Mexican cuisine options, and Touch, the
experience design team of Muzak, recently acquired by Mood Media, have
partnered to promote rising independent music talent.  While Qdoba has
always featured indie-festival mainstays like Diego Garcia and the
Kopecky Family Band, Qdoba now features a new artist each month,
selected by Touch to sonically best reflect Qdoba's artisanal,
handcrafted aesthetic and reinforce Qdoba's passion for ingredients.
Every month, Touch selects the new artist, licenses a free download and
delivers it to Qdoba's website via a proprietary web player. During the
month of June, Qdoba.com is offering a free download of "Fathers Be
Kind" by Ivan & Alyosha, the duo who recently cracked the iTunes Top
100.

"The connection between fresh food and fresh talent is the crux of this
campaign. It is the 'must have' factor," said Doug Thielen, Qdoba's
Manager of Non-Traditional Marketing & Public Relations. "We rely on
the team at Touch to identify artists with the right sound at just the
right moment in their careers, and they have had a great track record."

As part of their shared commitment to indiesphere talent, Touch and
Qdoba partnered to promote many of these featured acts at a two-day
event during 2011's SXSW Festival in Austin, TX.  The event was ranked
by Pitchfork Media as one "not to miss" during SXSW.  The event
received 14,000 RSVPs and more than 2,000 VIP attendees sampled Qdoba's
new products.

Touch is currently developing a 'free download' campaign for visitors to
Qdoba's booth at the upcoming Village Voice 4 Knots Music Festival in
New York City's South Street Seaport (formerly the Siren Music
Festival.)

"A well-crafted music sponsorship is good for the recording artist, good
for the music label, and good for the sponsor," said Lorne Abony,
Chairman and CEO of Mood Media Corporation. "The key is finding ways to
extend the brand story through fully integrated media programs that
drive exposure from live events, in-store and online. That is where we
shine."

About Mood Media Corporation

Mood Media Corporation (TSX:MM/ LSE AIM:MM), named Canada's fastest
growing company by PROFIT Magazine is a leading in-store media
specialist that uses a mix of music, visual and scent media to help its
clients communicate with consumers with a view to driving incremental
sales at the point-of-purchase.

Operating its two principal divisions, In-Store Media and Retail
Point-of-Purchase; Mood Media Corporation works with over 470,000
commercial locations in over 39 countries throughout North America,
Europe, Asia and Australia.

Through its subsidiaries Mood Media, Muzak, Touch and Mood
Entertainment, Mood Media Corporation's products and services reach 150
million people every day in a broad client base including more than 850
U.S. and international brands in diverse market sectors that include:
retail, from fashion to financial services; hospitality, from hotels to
health spas; and food retail, including restaurants, bars, quick-serve
and fast casual dining.

ABOUT QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL®

Qdoba Mexican Grill is an artisanal Mexican kitchen where anyone can go
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celebrates Qdoba's passion for ingredients, a menu full of innovative
flavors, handcrafted preparation and inviting service. Founded in
Denver in 1995, Qdoba is among the nation's largest Mexican fast-casual
chains with more than 500 restaurants in 43 states and the District of
Columbia. Qdoba is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jack in the Box Inc.
(NASDAQ: JACK). Franchise development rights exist for additional Qdoba
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information about Qdoba or about franchising opportunities with the
company, please visit http://www.qdoba.com.

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Bridgewater Systems to be Acquired by Amdocs

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 5:35:01 AM
Bridgewater Systems to be Acquired by Amdocs

OTTAWA, Ontario, June 17, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Bridgewater Systems (TSX: BWC), ("Bridgewater" or the "Company") the
global leader in intelligent broadband controls, today announced that it has
entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Amdocs Limited (NYSE:
DOX) through a plan of arrangement for C$8.20 per share in cash (the
"Arrangement"), valuing the Company at approximately C$211 million. The
agreement is subject to Bridgewater shareholder approval, regulatory
approval and other closing conditions and is expected to close within
approximately 90 days.

    "Becoming part of Amdocs would enable us to accelerate our corporate
growth strategy, centered around global expansion, enabling the
transformation to next generation converged networks, portfolio and solution
innovation, and leveraging our installed base," said Ed Ogonek, President
and CEO, Bridgewater. "The natural synergies between the Bridgewater and
Amdocs product and solution portfolios, coupled with Amdocs' extensive tier
1 customer base and global presence, would unleash innovative,
policy-enabled customer experience solutions to service providers
worldwide."

    "This acquisition would build on Amdocs' leadership in delivering
innovative solutions that change market paradigms. It is a continuation of
our strategy to support service providers as they seek to transform their
businesses in anticipation of new market opportunities like 4G and
machine-to-machine, and in response to clear threats, such as the data
explosion," said Amdocs Group President, Brian Shepherd.

    Bridgewater's Board of Directors, after receiving the recommendation of
its Strategy Committee and consulting with its financial and legal advisors,
has unanimously determined that the Arrangement is in the best interest of
the Company and its shareholders and to recommend that Bridgewater
shareholders vote in favour of it. Jefferies & Company, Inc. acting as
financial advisor to the Board of Directors and the Strategy Committee has
provided an opinion that the consideration to be received by Bridgewater
shareholders is fair, from a financial point of view, to Bridgewater
shareholders. A complete copy of the opinion will be appended to
Bridgewater's management proxy circular in respect of the Arrangement.

    The directors, senior officers and certain institutional shareholders of
Bridgewater, holding together approximately 24.8% in the aggregate of the
issued and outstanding common shares of Bridgewater, have entered into
support agreements under which they have agreed to vote in favour of the
Arrangement. In addition, Crescendo Partners II, L.P. Series MI and
Crescendo Partners III, L.P. (collectively "Crescendo Partners") have also
entered into support agreements under which they have agreed to vote in
favour of the Arrangement, which agreements relate to an aggregate of
2,650,400 common shares beneficially owned by Crescendo Partners, which
represent approximately 10.5% of the outstanding common shares of
Bridgewater.

    "This transaction is in the best interest of our shareholders and has
the full support of the Board of Directors, senior management and key
shareholders," said Terry Matthews, Chairman of Bridgewater's Board of
Directors. "It provides shareholders with immediate liquidity and fair value
for their shares. Furthermore, joining a large, international market leader
in Amdocs would create new growth opportunities for Bridgewater for the
benefit of its customers and employees."

    Additional Transaction Details

    The cash consideration of C$8.20 per share to be received by
shareholders represents an implied premium of 30% to Bridgewater's closing
share price of C$6.33 and an implied premium of 33% to the 20-day volume
weighted average trading price of C$6.17 on the Toronto Stock Exchange as at
June 16, 2011.

    The definitive agreement provides for, among other things, a termination
fee if the Arrangement is not completed in certain specified circumstances.

    The terms and conditions of the Arrangement will be summarized in
Bridgewater's management proxy circular, which is expected to be filed and
mailed to Bridgewater shareholders in mid-July. The Arrangement will be
subject, among other things, to the approval of at least 66 ?% of the
votes cast at a special meeting of Bridgewater shareholders to be called to
consider the Arrangement. In addition, the Arrangement will be subject to
certain customary conditions, including court approval, relevant regulatory
approvals and the absence of any material adverse effect with respect to the
Company.

    The transaction is expected to close during the third quarter of 2011,
subject to the satisfaction or waiver of various closing conditions.

    Jefferies & Company, Inc. is acting as exclusive financial advisor to
Bridgewater on this transaction.

    About Bridgewater Systems

    Bridgewater Systems, the leader in intelligent broadband controls,
provides pre-integrated solutions for mobile and converged operators to
transform their networks, optimize mobile data growth, and innovate with new
services. The Bridgewater portfolio of carrier-grade products includes
Service Controller (AAA), Policy Controller (PCRF) and Home Subscriber
Server (HSS), anchored by a common identity and device management system.
More than 150 leading service providers worldwide leverage Bridgewater to
create and deliver profitable services to consumer, enterprise, cloud and
machine markets. For more information, visit us at
http://www.bridgewatersystems.com.

    Bridgewater, Bridgewater Systems, the Bridgewater Systems logo,
WideSpan, Smart Caps, and Subscriber Data Broker are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Bridgewater Systems Corporation. All other company,
product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned are
used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of
their respective owners.

    About Amdocs

    Amdocs is the market leader in customer experience systems innovation.
The company combines business and operational support systems, service
delivery platforms, proven services and deep industry expertise to enable
service providers and their customers to do more in the connected world.
Amdocs' offerings help service providers explore new business models,
differentiate through personalized customer experiences and streamline
operations. A global company with revenue of approximately $3.0 billion in
fiscal 2010, Amdocs has over 19,000 employees and serves customers in more
than 60 countries worldwide. For more information, visit Amdocs at
http://www.amdocs.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    This media release includes certain forward-looking statements within
the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the proposal to
acquire Bridgewater. Any statements contained herein that are not statements
of historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. The
completion of the proposed transaction is subject to a number of terms and
conditions, including, without limitation: (i) required Bridgewater
shareholder approval, (ii) necessary court approvals, and (iii) certain
termination rights available to the parties under the Arrangement Agreement.
These approvals may not be obtained, the other conditions to the transaction
may not be satisfied in accordance with their terms, and/or the parties to
the Arrangement Agreement may exercise their termination rights, in which
case the proposed transaction could be modified, restructured or terminated,
as applicable. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on
forward-looking statements. Actual results and developments may differ
materially from those contemplated by these statements depending on, among
other things, the risks that the parties will not proceed with a
transaction, that the ultimate terms of the transaction will differ from
those that are currently contemplated, and that the transaction will not be
successfully completed for any reason (including the failure to obtain any
required approvals). Bridgewater does not intend, and disclaims any
obligation, except as required by law, to update or revise any
forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future
events or otherwise.

   
    For further information:
    Contacts
    Investor Relations
    Kim Butler, Chief Financial Officer
    Bridgewater Systems
    kim.butler@bridgewatersystems.com
    +1-613-591-9104 extension 6023

    Craig Armitage
    The Equicom Group Inc.
    carmitage@equicomgroup.com
    +1-416-815-0700 extension 278

    Media Relations
    Ann Hatchell, Director, Product and Solutions Marketing
    Bridgewater Systems
    Ann.Hatchell@bridgewatersystems.com
    +1-613-591-9104 extension 2030

    David Sharpley, Senior VP, Marketing, Product Management & Channels
    Bridgewater Systems
    David.Sharpley@bridgewatersystems.com
    +1-613-591-9104 ext: 2121

    (BWC.)

Source: Bridgewater Systems

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Bridgewater Systems to Be Acquired by Amdocs

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 5:14:01 AM
Bridgewater Systems to Be Acquired by Amdocs

OTTAWA, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - Bridgewater Systems (TSX: BWC),
("Bridgewater" or the "Company") the global leader in intelligent
broadband controls, today announced that it has entered into a
definitive agreement to be acquired by Amdocs Limited (NYSE: DOX)
through a plan of arrangement for C$8.20 per share in cash (the
"Arrangement"), valuing the Company at approximately C$211 million. The
agreement is subject to Bridgewater shareholder approval, regulatory
approval and other closing conditions and is expected to close within
approximately 90 days.

"Becoming part of Amdocs would enable us to accelerate our corporate
growth strategy, centered around global expansion, enabling the
transformation to next generation converged networks, portfolio and
solution innovation, and leveraging our installed base," said Ed
Ogonek, President and CEO, Bridgewater. "The natural synergies between
the Bridgewater and Amdocs product and solution portfolios, coupled
with Amdocs' extensive tier 1 customer base and global presence, would
unleash innovative, policy-enabled customer experience solutions to
service providers worldwide."

"This acquisition would build on Amdocs' leadership in delivering
innovative solutions that change market paradigms.  It is a
continuation of our strategy to support service providers as they seek
to  transform their businesses in anticipation of new market
opportunities like 4G and machine-to-machine, and in response to clear
threats, such as the data explosion," said Amdocs Group President,
Brian Shepherd.

Bridgewater's Board of Directors, after receiving the recommendation of
its Strategy Committee and consulting with its financial and legal
advisors, has unanimously determined that the Arrangement is in the
best interest of the Company and its shareholders and to recommend that
Bridgewater shareholders vote in favour of it. Jefferies & Company,
Inc. acting as financial advisor to the Board of Directors and the
Strategy Committee has provided an opinion that the consideration to be
received by Bridgewater shareholders is fair, from a financial point of
view, to Bridgewater shareholders. A complete copy of the opinion will
be appended to Bridgewater's management proxy circular in respect of
the Arrangement.

The directors, senior officers and certain institutional shareholders of
Bridgewater, holding together approximately 24.8% in the aggregate of
the issued and outstanding common shares of Bridgewater, have entered
into support agreements under which they have agreed to vote in favour
of the Arrangement. In addition, Crescendo Partners II, L.P. Series MI
and Crescendo Partners III, L.P. (collectively "Crescendo Partners")
have also entered into support agreements under which they have agreed
to vote in favour of the Arrangement, which agreements relate to an
aggregate of 2,650,400 common shares beneficially owned by Crescendo
Partners, which represent approximately 10.5% of the outstanding common
shares of Bridgewater.

"This transaction is in the best interest of our shareholders and has
the full support of the Board of Directors, senior management and key
shareholders," said Terry Matthews, Chairman of Bridgewater's Board of
Directors. "It provides shareholders with immediate liquidity and fair
value for their shares. Furthermore, joining a large, international
market leader in Amdocs would create new growth opportunities for
Bridgewater for the benefit of its customers and employees."

Additional Transaction Details

The cash consideration of C$8.20 per share to be received by
shareholders represents an implied premium of 30% to Bridgewater's
closing share price of C$6.33 and an implied premium of 33% to the
20-day volume weighted average trading price of C$6.17 on the Toronto
Stock Exchange as at June 16, 2011.

The definitive agreement provides for, among other things, a termination
fee if the Arrangement is not completed in certain specified
circumstances.

The terms and conditions of the Arrangement will be summarized in
Bridgewater's management proxy circular, which is expected to be filed
and mailed to Bridgewater shareholders in mid-July. The Arrangement
will be subject, among other things, to the approval of at least 66 2/3%
of the votes cast at a special meeting of Bridgewater shareholders to
be called to consider the Arrangement. In addition, the Arrangement
will be subject to certain customary conditions, including court
approval, relevant regulatory approvals and the absence of any material
adverse effect with respect to the Company.

The transaction is expected to close during the third quarter of 2011,
subject to the satisfaction or waiver of various closing conditions.

Jefferies & Company, Inc. is acting as exclusive financial advisor to
Bridgewater on this transaction.

About Bridgewater Systems

Bridgewater Systems, the leader in intelligent broadband controls,
provides pre-integrated solutions for mobile and converged operators to
transform their networks, optimize mobile data growth, and innovate
with new services.   The Bridgewater portfolio of carrier-grade
products includes Service Controller (AAA), Policy Controller (PCRF)
and Home Subscriber Server (HSS), anchored by a common identity and
device management system.  More than 150 leading service providers
worldwide leverage Bridgewater to create and deliver profitable
services to consumer, enterprise, cloud and machine markets. For more
information, visit us at http://www.bridgewatersystems.com. 

Bridgewater, Bridgewater Systems, the Bridgewater Systems logo,
WideSpan, Smart Caps, and Subscriber Data Broker are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Bridgewater Systems Corporation.  All other
company, product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks
mentioned are used for identification purposes only and remain the
exclusive property of their respective owners.

About Amdocs

Amdocs is the market leader in customer experience systems innovation.
The company combines business and operational support systems, service
delivery platforms, proven services and deep industry expertise to
enable service providers and their customers to do more in the
connected world. Amdocs' offerings help service providers explore new
business models, differentiate through personalized customer
experiences and streamline operations. A global company with revenue of
approximately $3.0 billion in fiscal 2010, Amdocs has over 19,000
employees and serves customers in more than 60 countries worldwide. For
more information, visit Amdocs at http://www.amdocs.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This media release includes certain forward-looking statements within
the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the proposal to
acquire Bridgewater. Any statements contained herein that are not
statements of historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking
statements. The completion of the proposed transaction is subject to a
number of terms and conditions, including, without limitation: (i)
required Bridgewater shareholder approval, (ii) necessary court
approvals, and (iii) certain termination rights available to the
parties under the Arrangement Agreement. These approvals may not be
obtained, the other conditions to the transaction may not be satisfied
in accordance with their terms, and/or the parties to the Arrangement
Agreement may exercise their termination rights, in which case the
proposed transaction could be modified, restructured or terminated, as
applicable. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on
forward-looking statements. Actual results and developments may differ
materially from those contemplated by these statements depending on,
among other things, the risks that the parties will not proceed with a
transaction, that the ultimate terms of the transaction will differ
from those that are currently contemplated, and that the transaction
will not be successfully completed for any reason (including the
failure to obtain any required approvals). Bridgewater does not intend,
and disclaims any obligation, except as required by law, to update or
revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new
information, future events or otherwise.

SOURCE  Bridgewater Systems

Bridgewater Systems

CONTACT: Contacts Investor Relations
Kim Butler, Chief Financial Officer
Bridgewater Systems
kim.butler@bridgewatersystems.com
+1 613-591-9104 extension 6023  Craig Armitage
The Equicom Group Inc.
carmitage@equicomgroup.com
+1 416-815-0700 extension 278 Media Relations
Ann Hatchell, Director, Product and Solutions Marketing
Bridgewater Systems
Ann.Hatchell@bridgewatersystems.com
+1 613-591-9104 extension 2030  David Sharpley, Senior VP, Marketing, Product Management & Channels
Bridgewater Systems
David.Sharpley@bridgewatersystems.com
1 613-591-9104 ext: 2121
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Amdocs has Signed a Definitive Agreement to Acquire Bridgewater Systems, a Publicly Held Provider of Policy Management and Network Control Solutions

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 5:14:01 AM
Amdocs has Signed a Definitive Agreement to Acquire Bridgewater Systems, a Publicly Held Provider of Policy Management and Network Control Solutions

Acquisition aimed at allowing service providers to realize new value-based data monetization strategies to capitalize on the data explosion and deliver a personalized data experience

ST LOUIS, June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Amdocs (NYSE: DOX), the leading provider of customer experience systems, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of Bridgewater Systems' (TSX: BWC) ("Bridgewater") outstanding common shares for CAD$8.20 per share in cash pursuant to a plan of arrangement that is subject to Bridgewater's shareholder approval and customary closing conditions, including certain regulatory approvals. The transaction is valued at approximately CAD$211 million, or CAD$128 million net of Bridgewater's cash as of March 31, 2011.  The Boards of Directors of Bridgewater and Amdocs have each unanimously approved the transaction which, subject to the satisfaction of the conditions to the plan, is expected to be completed within 90 days.

With the acquisition of Bridgewater, a provider of policy, subscriber management and network control solutions for mobile and convergent service providers, Amdocs expects to further expand its Customer Experience Systems (CES) portfolio with sophisticated data experience management capabilities.

This acquisition is aimed at enabling service providers to support virtually any pricing strategy for data services, based on the combination of advanced customer models coupled with network level information.  Bridgewater's solutions combined with Amdocs' industry leading convergent charging technology would provide a holistic view of the customer hierarchy across multiple devices, lines of business, and networks.   This would enable service providers to completely redefine the real-time data experience and their approach to monetizing and optimizing data services.  It would also increase service providers' competitive differentiation, allowing them to improve the experience of their customers and maximize return on investment.

Service providers are faced with an evolution from unlimited data plans to personalized value-based pricing and charging.  This acquisition would allow Amdocs to support a wide variety of such use cases.  For example, a family could share a single, consolidated plan across their iPhone (on a 3G network), iPad (on a 4G network), and home broadband connection, all at preferred bandwidth speeds.

Unlike traditional point-based solutions, Amdocs would combine its proven turbo-charging technology with network level information.  This would bridge the gap between BSS and the network, resulting in a complete and holistic solution and enabling service providers to deliver an optimized, quality-based, real time customer experience across all devices, services and networks.

"This acquisition would build on Amdocs' leadership in delivering innovative solutions that change market paradigms.  It is a continuation of our strategy to support service providers as they seek to  transform their businesses in anticipation of new market opportunities like 4G and machine-to-machine, and in response to clear threats, such as the data explosion," said Amdocs Group President, Brian Shepherd.

"As the market leader in customer experience systems, Amdocs has an excellent reputation for delivering tangible value to service providers worldwide," said Ed Ogonek, President and CEO, Bridgewater.  "The combination of Bridgewater's policy and subscriber data management portfolio with Amdocs CES portfolio will create a unique offering that would further extend Amdocs industry leadership, and deliver innovative solutions for service providers as they seek to transform their networks, improve customer loyalty and monetize their data services."

In addition to product and solution synergies, Amdocs and Bridgewater share numerous top tier customers, including Bell Mobility, Sprint and Telstra.

The definitive agreement prohibits Bridgewater from soliciting alternative transactions and provides for the payment of a termination fee in certain circumstances. 

Amdocs does not expect a material impact from the acquisition of Bridgewater, if completed, on fiscal year 2011 or fiscal year 2012 non-GAAP earnings per share, which excludes acquisition related costs and equity-based compensation expense, net of related tax effects.  The impact on GAAP results will not be known until after Amdocs completes the purchase price accounting for the acquisition. Amdocs may incur acquisition-related expense in fiscal years 2011 and 2012 to account for certain costs related to the acquisition. 

Several key shareholders, which collectively hold approximately 29.7% in the aggregate of the outstanding common shares of Bridgewater, as well as the directors and senior officers of Bridgewater, representing approximately an additional 5.6% in the aggregate of the issued and outstanding common shares of Bridgewater, have entered into support agreements under which they have agreed to vote in favor of the arrangement.

About Amdocs

Amdocs is the market leader in customer experience systems innovation. The company combines business and operational support systems, service delivery platforms, proven services and deep industry expertise to enable service providers and their customers to do more in the connected world. Amdocs' offerings help service providers explore new business models, differentiate through personalized customer experiences and streamline operations. A global company with revenue of approximately $3.0 billion in fiscal 2010, Amdocs has over 19,000 employees and serves customers in more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information, visit Amdocs at http://www.amdocs.com.

About Bridgewater Systems

Bridgewater Systems, the leader in intelligent broadband controls, provides pre-integrated solutions for mobile and converged operators to transform their networks, optimize mobile data growth, and innovate with new services. The Bridgewater Systems portfolio of carrier-grade products includes Service Controller (AAA), Policy Controller (PCRF) and Home Subscriber Server (HSS), anchored by a common identity and device management system. More than 150 leading service providers worldwide leverage Bridgewater Systems to create and deliver profitable services to consumer, enterprise, cloud and machine markets. For more information, visit Bridgewater Systems at http://www.bridgewatersystems.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes information that constitutes forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about the expected timing of the completion of the transaction, statements about the ability to complete the transaction considering the various closing conditions, statements about Amdocs' growth and business results in future quarters, statements of expectation or belief, and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Although we believe the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be obtained or that any deviations will not be material. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause future results to differ from those anticipated. These risks include, but are not limited to, uncertainties as to how many Bridgewater Systems shareholders will vote in favor of the transaction, the risk that competing offers will be made, the possibility that various closing conditions for the transaction may not be satisfied or waived, including that a governmental entity may prohibit, delay or refuse to grant approval for the consummation of the transaction, the effects of disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with employees, licensees, other business partners or governmental entities, other business effects, including the effects of industry, economic or political conditions outside of Amdocs' or Bridgewater Systems' control, transaction costs, actual or contingent liabilities, other risks and uncertainties discussed in documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission by Amdocs. Amdocs may elect to update these forward-looking statements at some point in the future, however the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to do so. These and other risks are discussed at greater length in Amdocs' filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including in its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2010, filed on December 7, 2010 and its quarterly Forms 6-K furnished on February 8 and May 11, 2011.

SOURCE  Amdocs

Amdocs

CONTACT: Michael Zema, Weber Shandwick for Amdocs, +1-212-445-8181, mzema@webershandwick.com

Web Site: http://www.amdocs.com
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Software and Process Compliancy for Financial Institutions by PWC and Transtrack

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 2:28:01 AM
Software and Process Compliancy for Financial Institutions by PWC and Transtrack

AMSTERDAM, June 17, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    Transtrack and PWC entered into a long-term cooperation to strengthen
controls measures within the CashWebCommunity (CWC) software product for
financial institutions.

    Transtrack International assigned PWC to audit Transtrack's development
processes and software for compliancy with US standard SAS70/SSAE16
(Reporting on Controls at a Service organization) and the similar global
standard ISAE 3402.

    The initial assessment is performed in June 2011 and the outcome will be
processed within the development processes and software where applicable.
For each new release of the software a new assessment will guarantee
continuous compliancy.

    For Central Banks, Commercial Banks, Retailers and Cash-In-Transit
businesses the reliability of the cash supply chain processes and supporting
software are a basic requirement. It is Transtracks ambition and goal to
support these organisations with their CWC solution. As software vendor
Transtrack wants to provide a high quality product that fits the high
standards of the financial services institutions.

    "The assignment of PWC supports Transtrack to achieve a higher quality
software product in respect to compliancy demands on controls. With this
initiative Transtrack invests in her software to support clients in reaching
their compliancy standards.", says Wim Hutten, Partner of PWC the
Netherlands.

    PWC is specialized in assurance and advisory services for financial
institutions and operates in over 160 countries. In cooperation with
Transtrack PWC is able to support service organizations in implementing and
maintaining a SSAE16/ISAE3402 compliant process and services with CWC
software.

    Transtrack is market leader in the field of software solutions that
address the control and management of all processes within the cash supply
chain. "Our clients require compliant systems and processes and our
guarantee the cash is securely and professionally managed by the software,"
said Ronald van Vliet, Managing Director of Transtrack. "Our development of
these types of innovations and compliancy processes is aimed at improving
the quality and efficiency of the cash supply chain."

    The CWC software enables Banks and Cash businesses to operate a web
enabled cash management solution that allows for effective outsourcing of
cash services and improving the supply chain cooperation aiming at lower
costs and higher quality of control and visibility. W:
http://www.transtrack.nl

    W: http://www.pwc.nl

Source: Transtrack International

For more information: Transtrack International, Ronald van Vliet, T: +31(0)20-888-4722, E: info@transtrack.nl; PWC, Wim Hutten, T: +31(0)88-8792-46-65, E: wim.hutten@nl.pwc.com
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SuiteLinq(TM) Launches Windows Phone 7 Application

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 17, 2011 at 2:14:01 AM
SuiteLinq(TM) Launches Windows Phone 7 Application

Customizable mobile product enables enhanced dialogue between hotels and their guests

EXTON, Pa., June 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SuiteLinq, Inc., provider of digital content, commerce, and connectivity solutions to the hospitality industry, today launched its newest mobile product developed specifically for Windows Phone 7.  Designed to seamlessly extend the intuitiveness and functionality of the SuiteLinq Digital Host into the hands of hotel guests, SuiteLinq's Windows Phone 7 will be demonstrated for the first time to attendees at this week's HITEC 2011 conference in Austin, TX.

Featuring interactive hotel information, room service ordering, property way-finding, human or data-triggered alerts and more, the mobile product aims to help hoteliers connect to, inform, and engage in commerce with guests both on-site and in-transit.  As with SuiteLinq's Desktop and IPTV / IPVOD products, the mobile product can be customized with content and branding specific to individual properties, creating a new guest touch-point that is consistent and familiar across all SuiteLinq devices.   

Offering a mobile product for the Windows Phone 7 platform expands the reach of SuiteLinq's services while facilitating systems integration with the company's existing product portfolio, all of which is built and deployed on the Microsoft stack of software and applications.  SuiteLinq's CEO, Joseph Mustilli, states that, "Our clients are increasingly in demand for solutions that reach their guests in a meaningful way on their personal mobile devices.  Specifically, they are embracing the need to engage in a two-way dialogue with their guests when they are on the way to the property and during their stay, opening the door to all kinds of service enhancement and revenue generation opportunities.  For example, SuiteLinq's Windows Phone 7 product enables a guest on the golf course to order room service for later and bill the charge to their room.  Likewise, hotel staff can message the guest with data-driven and customizable communications -- maybe about a special on that vintage wine they enjoyed during the last visit.  Putting such functionality in the palms of guests' hands is a significant service enhancement, but being able to integrate those same interactions across the array of digital devices that we provide is unprecedented.  With anchored SuiteLinq devices in the guestroom and public areas, we've turned our focus to the mobile segment as an appropriate and valuable complement to our product portfolio."

To learn more, visit SuiteLinq at HITEC booth #1151 or contact Darrin Davis, Vice President of Sales, at 703-953-2624, or ddavis(at)suitelinq(dot)com

About SuiteLinq

SuiteLinq, Inc. serves the needs of the hospitality and extended stay industries by providing integrated, on-demand entertainment and business productivity solutions that deliver The Ultimate In-Room Experience for guests and new revenue streams for property owners.  The solution takes full advantage of preference driven interfaces, contextual mapping, and product matching by integrating with legacy PMS, POS, and CRM systems.  SuiteLinq's core service offering is comprised of turn-key components that can be installed individually or as a package:

SuiteLinq(TM) Digital Host - A customized portal running on an in-room computer and LCD HDTV offering a variety of interactive guest services, free content, and pay-per-access features and entertainment

SuiteCast(TM) - IPTV and free-to-guest broadcast and cable TV channels

SuiteVOD(TM) - Hollywood movies, informational programs, and a variety of pay-per-view Video-On-Demand content delivered in standard and high-definition formats

SuiteLinq(TM) Mobile - Connect with guests before, during, and after their stay to drive deeper engagement, promotions, and new commerce opportunities -- iPhone, Win Phone 7 and BlackBerry

Microsoft Surface(TM) - Multi-touch interactive tables that enhance concierge services and on-site commerce

SuiteLinq is part of a group of industry innovators including Microsoft and HP that deliver a comprehensive "ecosystem" of integrated technologies and digital services to the hospitality vertical. Corporate headquarters are located at 841 Springdale Drive, Exton, PA, 19341.  Additional sales office located in the LINQ360 Innovation Center at 9555 Hillwood Drive, Las Vegas, NV, 89134.

For more information visit http://www.suitelinq.com

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SuiteLinq, Inc.

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June 16, 2011

Vector Capital Completes Acquisition of RAE Systems, Inc.

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 5:14:01 PM
Vector Capital Completes Acquisition of RAE Systems, Inc.

SAN FRANCISCO, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Vector Capital, a global private equity firm specializing in the technology sector, announced it has completed its acquisition of RAE Systems, Inc. in a take-private transaction valued at approximately $138 million. In connection with the transaction, Vector partnered with CITIC Capital Partners, a leading China based private equity firm.

RAE Systems, founded in 1991, is a leading provider of rapidly deployable connected, intelligent gas detection systems that enable real-time safety and security threat detection. With over 70,000 customers and 250 channel partners, RAE is a leader in delivering innovative sensor solutions to serve industrial, energy, environmental, and government safety markets worldwide.  The Company sells products in 95 countries with a strong presence across North America, Asia and Europe.

Commenting on Vector's investment in RAE Systems, David Fishman, a Partner at Vector Capital who will join RAE Systems' Board of Directors, said: "We are extremely excited to partner with RAE Systems. RAE's solid technology foundation, featuring a suite of highly differentiated chemical and radiation detection systems, is a strong addition to the Vector investment portfolio.  With Vector's expertise, we believe RAE will further define itself as a leading player in the mission critical industrial safety and security markets globally."

"Vector shares RAE's vision to develop and market advanced intelligent, connected, wireless gas and radiation detection solutions," continued Andy Fishman, a Principal at Vector Capital who will also join RAE Systems' Board. "We believe this shared vision coupled with RAE's well-developed customer relationships and talented employee base will enable the company to continue to provide superior products and service to its customers worldwide."

"We are delighted to be working with Vector Capital," said Robert Chen, co-founder, president and chief executive officer of RAE Systems. "The founding team felt strongly that Vector was by far the best partner for RAE.  We believe Vector and CITIC Capital Partners have the global capabilities, technology expertise and financial resources that will further our shared long-term vision and to further expand the worldwide customer base for our products."

"Our investment strategy is to make investments in companies that we believe have growth opportunities in China," said Brian Doyle, Managing Partner at CITIC Capital Partners. "We create value for our portfolio companies by leveraging our unique China value-add capabilities and network. We believe our co-investment in RAE Systems directly complements our strategy and we are excited to work with Vector to help RAE strengthen its sales, R&D and manufacturing expertise in China."

About RAE Systems

RAE Systems is a leading global provider of rapidly deployable connected, intelligent gas detection systems that enable real-time safety and security threat detection. RAE Systems products are used in more than 95 countries by many of the world's leading corporations and government agencies. RAE Systems offers a full line of wirelessly enabled solutions including personal, hand-held, and transportable, designed to meet the needs of any usage scenario. Applications include energy production, refining, industrial and environmental safety, public venue safety, and government first responder markets. For more information about RAE Systems, please visit raesystems.com.

About Vector Capital

With over $2 billion of capital, Vector Capital is a leading global private equity firm specializing in spinouts, buyouts and recapitalizations of established technology businesses. Vector identifies and pursues these complex investments in both the private and public markets. Vector actively partners with management teams to devise and execute new financial and business strategies that materially improve the competitive standing of these businesses and enhance their value for employees, customers and shareholders. Among Vector's notable investments are Aladdin Knowledge Systems, Certara, Corel, LANDesk, Precise Software, Printronix, Register.com, SafeNet, Savi Technology, Trafficmaster, WatchGuard Technologies, and WinZip. For more information, visit http://www.vectorcapital.com.

About CITIC Capital Partners

CITIC Capital Partners (CCP) is the private equity arm of CITIC Capital Holdings Limited (CITIC Capital), an alternative investment management and advisory company primarily based in China.  CCP has more than $2.2 billion under management and invests globally in companies which are capitalizing upon the growth and productive resources of the Chinese economy through its China, Japan and the U.S. offices.   Together with its Real Estate, Structured Investment & Finance and Asset Management businesses, CITIC Capital manages over $3.8 billion of capital from a diverse group of international and domestic investors.  For more information, please visit http://www.citiccapital.com.

Contact:
Keren Ackerman
415-293-5000

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Vector Capital

Web Site: http://www.vectorcapital.com
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Young Moroccans Go Online To Help Their Country Make History

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 5:00:01 PM
Young Moroccans Go Online To Help Their Country Make History

NEW YORK, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite the turmoil raging in other countries in the region, the Kingdom of Morocco is on the threshold of an historic, peaceful transition to constitutional reform and democratization. Five million Moroccans live outside their homeland and a group of young Moroccan professionals in the U.S., the U.K., and across continental Europe are making history of their own by launching Morocco Tomorrow, a voice for the next generation of young Moroccan leaders which includes a global website, http://www.MoroccoTomorrow.org and an impressive group of young organizers, including Younes Abouyoub, a PhD political analyst at Columbia University; Samir Bennis, a doctorate in political science working for the United Nations; Nezha Bouhafid, a graduate student at Leiden University in the Netherlands; Issam Samuel Sadak II, a financial advisor at HSBC Bank; Leila Hanafi, an international lawyer at World Justice Project in Washington; Narjis Oughla, a marketing professional in Casablanca; and Adnane Bennis, a volunteer with Olof Palm Peace Foundation in New York. "Not many have noticed the history being made in Morocco," says 24-year old Narjis Oughla, "but we are becoming a shining example for the rest of the Arab world."

The Morocco Tomorrow website includes in-depth updates on events in Morocco, as well as profiles of young Moroccan leaders, and is a clear and unbiased information source about Morocco and a bridge between Moroccans at home and abroad, between friends of the country and all those eager to learn about and participate in its unique history. The young professionals behind Morocco Tomorrow belong to no political party or movement and welcome the participation and contribution of anyone who wants to be a part of Morocco's historic transition to the model of a 21st century Arab democracy.

Like most countries throughout North Africa and the Middle East, over half of Morocco's population is under the age of 30. The young Moroccans behind Morocco Tomorrow include students, lawyers, bankers, and scientists, eager to share their values, their culture, and Morocco's unique heritage as their country becomes a model of social and governmental reform for North Africa and the Middle East and a beacon for other countries in transition throughout the world. "The whole world will be watching," says organizer Younes Abouyoub, "and we want to make sure that Morocco Tomorrow fulfills the promise of this Arab Spring."

For more information on Morocco Tomorrow, please contact: Hicham @ (212) 365-8606 or info@moroccotomorrow.org.

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Morocco Tomorrow

Web Site: http://www.MoroccoTomorrow.org
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Carfax Applauds GAO Recall Report, Offers Free VIN-Based Recall Database

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 4:49:01 PM
Carfax Applauds GAO Recall Report, Offers Free VIN-Based Recall Database

Carfax applauds the GAO for helping to educate consumers about the importance of open recalls on used cars. Finding and fixing open recalls is imperative to vehicle performance and safety as well as passenger protection.

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Carfax offers consumers a free recall check, searchable by vehicle identification number (VIN), to help meet public need. Used car shoppers and owners visiting recall.carfax.com can enter their 17-digit VIN and see if an open recall has been reported to Carfax by the manufacturer for that particular vehicle.

In addition, thousands of dealers across the country have unlimited access to Carfax Vehicle History Reports and are using the open recall information included to identify unfixed recalled cars before they're sold.

Used car expert Larry Gamache of Carfax, auto dealer Tammy Darvish of DARCARS and consumer advocate Sally Greenberg of the National Consumers League are available for interview to discuss open recalls and the information available to both consumers and dealers.

To schedule an interview or for more information, contact Christopher Basso at 703-934-2664 x4186 or chrisbasso@carfax.com.

Contact: Christopher Basso of Carfax, 703-934-2664

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/PRNewswire -- June 16, 2011/

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Zavee's Hot Offers and Every Day Deals are Now Even Easier to Find and Share

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Zavee's Hot Offers and Every Day Deals are Now Even Easier to Find and Share

Re-Designed Website is More Fun to Use

BOCA RATON, Fla., June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Zavee, the already popular cash back rewards program, has just released its re-designed homepage, http://www.zavee.com, that makes it even easier for consumers to find and share an array of Every Day Deals and Hot Offers from hundreds of South Florida merchants.  In addition to the new homepage, Zavee has added more "social" features and fun new content to the site.

"We are always looking to engage our consumers in exciting ways," said Ron Stack, COO of Zavee LLC. "Our new homepage is sleek and simple, but packed with advances in social sharing. Even consumers who haven't yet joined Zavee will be able to quickly find hot deals and offers from Zavee restaurants, shops and services, and then with just one click, they'll be able to share those finds with friends. Consumers who become Zavee shoppers can see and do even more."

Besides enriching the interactions between friends, Zavee is also enhancing the relationship between consumers and merchants.

"Zavee merchants have become more ambitious with their offers, creating new ways to both attract new consumers and reward loyal ones," Stack added. "Unlike many social shopping websites, Zavee is about more than the one-time experience; Zavee develops and nurtures long-term, sustainable relationships between consumers and the businesses in their neighborhoods."

Zavee is increasing the level of integration between its platform and social media tools. Consumers can click the Facebook and Twitter icons to join the Zavee family on social networks, get notified of Zavee news using RSS (that's the orange logo) or send Zavee an email by clicking on the envelope icon.

About Zavee:  Zavee has recently launched in the South Florida market with plans for national expansion.  Zavee is free for consumers to join, and the website, http://www.zavee.com, makes it easy to find local merchants and their cash back offers. Registered shoppers earn cash back rewards each and every time they shop and dine at Zavee merchants, and never need to bring coupons or loyalty cards. The latest Zavee news is also available at http://www.Facebook.com/Zavee or on Twitter @Zavee.

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zavee.com

CONTACT: Kay Renz, +1-561-654-8151, kayrenzpr@aol.com

Web Site: http://www.zavee.com
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Ecologic Leasing Services Releases LeaseAccelerator 7.0

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 3:49:02 PM
Ecologic Leasing Services Releases LeaseAccelerator 7.0

Web-based software designed for global lessees and vendor captives adds key features

GREAT FALLS, Va., June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ecologic Leasing Services announced today that it has released version 7.0 of LeaseAccelerator(R), web-based software service (SaaS) designed for corporate and non-profit lessees and vendor captives that lease equipment around the globe.

"This release adds several unique capabilities to our software services that are valuable to lessees and vendor captives," said Michael Keeler, CEO. "We have expanded our lease accounting capabilities for lessees so they can now generate debits and credits for capital leases down to the transaction level. This positions us to support the coming IFRS lease accounting changes quickly and easily, which has been a consistent request of our Fortune 500 clients."

Keeler added, "For our vendor captive lessor clients, we have added a mail-back capability for automatic generation of indicative financing quotes (Term Sheets) based on an XML Price Quote sent to a dedicated e-mail address within LeaseAccelerator. These indicative Term Sheets are typically returned to the requestor via e-mail within 15 minutes of the original request. This enables the manufacturer's sales force to generate a financing quote with every cash quote automatically, increasing lease penetration, new sales, and volume."

Jonathan Crawford, Ecologic's VP of Engineering, stated, "With 7.0, Ecologic introduces the concept of 'Build-Your-Own Reporting' (BYOR).Our approach to self-service report construction advances the state of the art by allowing users to design their own reusable reports, from criteria selection to content selection, including sort ordering and the ability to include a pivot table (aka 'crosstab') in user-designed reports. No other web-based equipment leasing software service sold today has this capability. This gives both lessees and vendor captives the ability to analyze and share their data and discover new ways to improve their financial performance."

Ecologic's software supports multiple funding models for vendor captives to make it easier for them to offer leasing wherever they operate around the world, including retail and private-label wholesale models, which involve third-party funders, and self-funded and hybrid models.

The Company highlighted several other unique features for vendor captives now available in version 7.0:

    --  LeaseAccelerator's new credit workflow enhancements include support for
        credit requests that are specific to a single transaction as well as ad
        hoc requests for lessee credit. The improved credit approval process
        includes capture and tracking of requirements for recourse, parent
        guaranty, and other forms of credit support. Credit line management has
        been enhanced, with the ability to monitor and report on both credit
        utilization and funder performance.
    --  Ecologic has significantly improved the automated generation of contract
        documents. Dynamic template selection is now supported for all
        customer-facing documents, providing automatic selection of the
        appropriate contract documents based on a combination of lease type,
        language, country, funder and lessee.

More Information: http://www.ecologicleasing.com

About Ecologic Leasing Services:

Ecologic offers software services and outsourcing services to lessees and vendor captives that need to finance equipment competitively around the world. The Company currently supports lease transactions in 44 countries. Large corporate and non-profit lessees deploy Ecologic's software and outsourcing services to save 10-25% on their equipment lease portfolio annually. Vendor captives employ Ecologic's services to help them finance the sale of their equipment to their customers at the point-of-sale using the best available funding sources where ever they operate around the world. Founded in 2000, the Company is headquartered in Northern Virginia, with offices in Montreal, San Francisco, and Mumbai.

This release was issued on behalf of the above organization by Send2Press(R), a unit of Neotrope(R). http://www.Send2Press.com

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Ecologic Leasing Services

CONTACT: Michael Keeler of Ecologic Leasing, +1-703-791-1931, contactus@ecologicleasing.com

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SourceLink Launches New Integrated Services Approach to Provide Customers with Insightful, Multichannel Solutions

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 3:14:01 PM
SourceLink Launches New Integrated Services Approach to Provide Customers with Insightful, Multichannel Solutions

Experienced Marketing Services Leader Structures Organizational Model to Meet Changing Client Needs and Emerging Technologies

CHICAGO, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- SourceLink, a top 15 U.S. direct marketing services agency, has transformed its organizational structure to better align its multichannel marketing capabilities with its industry leading team of marketing strategists.  This new structure allows for streamlined client consultation on fully integrated, data-driven direct marketing solutions across multiple disciplines. In addition, organizational changes have been made to more closely align SourceLink's digital expertise with the needs of its clients.

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The new solutions group will focus on several SourceLink core product offerings including data driven solutions, information services and overall marketing and brand development.  The goal, as always, is to provide customers with an optimized marketing mix of emerging technologies, digital strategies and traditional marketing approaches to fulfill their company's goals and objectives.

"Today's marketers are challenged more than ever to utilize their marketing dollars to maximize return on investment," said SourceLink's chief executive officer, Don McKenzie. "Since today's marketing landscape constantly changes with new digital platforms and emerging social technologies, we made these organizational  changes to provide our clients with the tools to deliver the most strategic and effective solutions."

New to the organization, Matt Graham, vice president and Chief Strategy Officer, will lead the organization in the integration and application of data driven, multichannel solutions, with an emphasis on emerging technologies. Matt brings to the company more than 15 years of marketing and technology experience in online, offline and integrated solutions.  Supporting this new team, Rich Brown has been promoted to vice president and Chief Technology Officer. Rich currently leads SourceLink's database services group, and brings more than 15 years of experience in data, technology and social marketing to complement the team with thought leadership and technology strategy.

Rich Pocock will lead SourceLink's new agency and digital communications team. He brings more than 25 years of experience in marketing services, including expertise in customer acquisition, retention, cross-sell and business to business sales lead generation.

Also, Jim Wisnionski, SourceLink's vice president and chief information officer, will lead the information services division. With a strong background in data security and confidentiality requirements, Jim provides more than 17 years of IT expertise to SourceLink's customers.

Pat O'Brien will lead the marketing and brand development group at SourceLink as vice president of business development and chief marketing officer.  Pat brings nearly 20 years of sales, sales management, marketing, and multichannel client solutions to the SourceLink team.

About SourceLink

SourceLink creates results-driven communication solutions.  Combining strengths in marketing analytics, data intelligence, technology and production expertise, SourceLink crafts and executes data-driven direct marketing and transactional document outsourcing solutions.  SourceLink's analytic and communication solutions improve marketing ROI through greater relevance and increased response.  On the production side, SourceLink solutions reduce costs through more efficient operations and postal optimization.  Headquartered in Chicago, SourceLink operates in five U.S. locations. For more information, visit http://www.sourcelink.com.

Contact:
Cathy Crone
SourceLink, LLC
864-678-2150 - ccrone@sourcelink.com

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New Kobo eReader Touch Edition Offering Best-in-Class Features Now Available at Borders

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 2:07:01 PM
New Kobo eReader Touch Edition Offering Best-in-Class Features Now Available at Borders

Pre-orders for the $129.99 Kobo eReader Touch Edition Have Shipped; Device Will be in Select Borders Stores in Time for Father's Day and Graduation

ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The reviews are in. The new Kobo eReader Touch Edition is the perfect choice for consumers who are looking for a book-like reading experience and want the very best features available -- for less money. Now available on Borders.com and in select Borders stores beginning tomorrow, June 17 for just $129.99 ($10 cheaper than the next leading device), the new Kobo eReader Touch offers an amazing new touch experience that is similar to reading and turning the pages of a real book.  The small, lightweight design provides the ultimate in reading comfort, and fits in a purse or jacket pocket for easy travel. The new eReader offers the best combination of innovation, cutting-edge technology, readability, portability and also offers popular Kobo "Reading Life"-- where users can win awards just for reading.

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Features and More Features

    --  Just Like Reading a Real Book Only Better: The inexpensive new Kobo
        eReader, priced at less than $130, offers a comprehensive variety of
        features customers won't find on any other device at this price.
        Features include the latest generation e-Reader technology; storage of
        up to 30,000 books with expandable memory; a beautiful new design with a
        signature quilted back providing the ultimate in reading comfort; and an
        intuitive one-touch display that makes navigation, reading and shopping
        a snap.

Plus, the new eReader is available in several stylish colors including black, white, lilac and blue (blue is available at Borders after Father's Day). In addition, it's also the only international device on the market -- the German, Spanish and French versions are launching soon. Readers will be able to enjoy a localized user experience, local content, and recommendations.

    --  Provides the Ultimate in Reading Comfort: At just seven ounces, the new
        Kobo eReader Touch Edition is the smallest, most compact reader on the
        market. Lightweight and thin -- it fits comfortably in a pocket or
        jacket and travels virtually everywhere.

    --  Designed For Readers: The new eReader is also the first to be powered by
        the new Freescale 508 processor, a high performance engine designed to
        enable fast page turning for electronic paper displays. With the
        intuitive touchscreen design, readers can highlight phrases, lookup
        words, zoom into images, increase the font size, and quickly navigate
        through a book as well as their entire library. The new eReader's
        virtual keyboard makes it easy to navigate the eReader and find the book
        that they are looking for. Plus, the new predictive search feature
        automatically offers suggestions that match their query - before they're
        even done typing.

    --  Great for Reading Anywhere:  The perfect summer and beach-reading
        accoutrement, the eReader features a no-glare 6-inch touchscreen powered
        by latest-generation Pearl eInk display that provides text that is crisp
        and clear, even in bright sunlight.

    --  A Unique Social Reading Experience: The new Kobo eReader is the only
        eReader to offer Reading Life, the industry's most advanced social
        eReading platform. Reading Life enables readers to gain insight into
        their reading habits with Reading Life Stats, which tracks the minutes
        per reading session, the number of pages they've turned, plus provides
        an overview of books completed in their library. Readers can get  fun
        and exciting awards just for reading -- and connect and share those
        awards with their friends and family on Facebook and Twitter.

Access to Millions of Titles with WiFi

In addition to these features, readers can also enjoy access to the Kobo bookstore, one of the world's largest and most comprehensive digital libraries. With the Kobo eReader Touch Edition, customers can easily connect via WiFi or USB to access over 2.3 million books, including over a million free titles, as well as newspapers and magazines from the Kobo Store at Kobo.com, accessible via Borders.com. Notably, readers can also borrow and read books from their local libraries.

About Borders Group, Inc.

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., through its subsidiaries, Borders Group, Inc. is a specialty retailer of books as well as other educational and entertainment items. Online shopping is offered through borders.com. Find author interviews and vibrant discussions of the products we and our customers are passionate about online at facebook.com/borders, twitter.com/borders and youtube.com/bordersmedia. For more information about the company, visit borders.com/media.

Safe Harbor Statement

This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. One can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "expect," "believe," "planning," "possibility," "opportunity," "goal," "will," "may," "intend," "anticipates," "working toward" and other words of similar meaning. One can also identify them by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and plans to differ materially from those included in the company's forward-looking statements.

These risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to (i) the ability of the company to continue as a going concern, (ii) the company's ability to obtain Bankruptcy Court approval with respect to motions in the chapter 11 cases, (iii) the ability of the company and its subsidiaries to prosecute, develop and consummate one or more plans of reorganization with respect to the chapter 11 cases, (iv) the effects of the company's bankruptcy filing on the company and the interests of various creditors, equity holders and other constituents, (v) Bankruptcy Court rulings in the chapter 11 cases and the outcome of the cases in general, (vi) the length of time the company will operate under the chapter 11 cases, (vii) risks associated with third party motions in the chapter 11 cases, which may interfere with the company's ability to develop and consummate one or more plans of reorganization once such plans are developed, (viii) the potential adverse effects of the chapter 11 proceedings on the company's liquidity or results of operations, (ix) the ability to execute the company's business and restructuring plan, (x) increased legal costs related to the company's bankruptcy filing and other litigation, (xi) the company's ability to maintain contracts that are critical to its operation, to obtain and maintain normal terms with its vendors, landlords and service providers and to retain key executives, managers and employees.

In the event that the risks disclosed in the company's public filings and those discussed above cause results to differ materially from those expressed in the company's forward-looking statements, the company's business, financial condition, results of operations or liquidity, and the interests of creditors, equity holders and other constituents, could be materially adversely affected.

About Kobo, Inc.

Kobo is a global eReading service with more than 2.3 million eBooks, magazines and newspapers - one of the largest eReading catalogues in the world. Kobo believes consumers should have the freedom to read any book on any device and has attracted millions of readers from over 100 countries across the globe. Kobo has top ranked eReading applications for iPad, iPhone, BlackBerry, Android, Windows and MacOS, and is the eReading application of choice for leading tablets. The Kobo eReader is also available at leading retailers including Indigo, Walmart, Best Buy, Borders, WHSmith, Angus & Robertson's and Whitcoull's. Kobo's innovative Reading Life is an industry-first comprehensive social eReading experience - Kobo users can earn awards simply for time spent reading and encouraging others to read.  Kobo is backed by majority shareholder Indigo Books & Music Inc, Cheung Kong Holdings, Borders Group, Inc., and institutional investors. For more information, please visit www. Kobo.com.

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CONTACT: Mary Davis, +1-734-477-1374, mdavis4@bordersgroupinc.com

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HighBeam Business Launches Arrive Prepared, a Business Blog for Sales, Marketing, Finance and Legal Professionals

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 1:21:01 PM
HighBeam Business Launches Arrive Prepared, a Business Blog for Sales, Marketing, Finance and Legal Professionals

Arrive Prepared Features Analysis and Opinion about News Coverage on the Latest Industry Trends, Fortune 100 Companies, and More

CHICAGO, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- HighBeam Business, part of Cengage Learning, today announced the launch of its new business blog, "Arrive Prepared," which features a steady stream of dialog on news coverage of the latest industry trends, Fortune 100 companies, business articles and how-to guides. It aims to be the one-stop blog for sales, marketing, finance and legal professions who need breaking insights to effectively communicate with their clients.   

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"When we asked our HighBeam Business community what further service we could provide to them, they told us that the more up-to-date content on trending business topics and analysis of breaking news we could supply, the happier they would be," said Matt McCloskey, Marketing Director, HighBeam Business. "So here is our new business blog - Arrive Prepared! We're committed to providing fresh content throughout week and our team of bloggers is keeping up the pace."

Arrive Prepared covers breaking industry trends, such as the recent post, "Hotel industry trends include using social media marketing," that talks about the trend towards booking hotel rooms using Facebook. From a number of current articles, it seems that the trend also includes hotels reaching out to customers via Twitter and sharing hotel property videos through YouTube.

Business articles play a prominent role in Arrive Prepared also. For example, a blog post entitled, "Freddie Mac news: best quarterly earnings report in years" summarizes recent media coverage on the unexpected turnaround in earnings after considerable losses in the past six quarters.

Arrive Prepared covers Fortune 100 companies and companies who are infinitely popular, such as the blog post "Groupon news articles focus on competing online coupon sites." The post highlights how the media is actually writing quite a bit about the competition faced by Groupon, even though it's the top-of-mind coupon site.

How-to guides on Arrive Prepared include a very informative blog post, "Understanding smart phone wireless technology: CDMA vs GSM." Articles in the blog post lay out in easy-to-understand language the differences between the two technologies and why people should purchase a phone with one over the over.

The Arrive Prepared blog comes at the request of the thousands of HighBeam Business subscribers who strive to have more impactful business conversations.  HighBeam Business customers are professionals seeking fast, relevant, high-quality results including detailed industry reports, company profiles, contact information, and millions of articles from more than 10,000 publications. HighBeam Business provides professionals with tools to identify key business information, enabling them to make more informed business decisions, create better presentations, identify new opportunities, increase revenues, and close sales.

About Cengage Learning and HighBeam Business

Cengage Learning is a leading provider of innovative teaching, learning and research solutions for the academic, professional and library markets worldwide. HighBeam Business is the premier business content provider from Cengage Learning, offering business professionals access to credible, published information sources. With more than 10,000 publications including detailed industry reports, millions of company profiles and executive contact information, HighBeam Business helps professionals around the globe make more informed business decisions, create better presentations, identify new opportunities, increase revenue and close sales. For more information, visit http://www.cengage.com, http://www.highbeambusiness.com or http://blog.highbeambusiness.com.

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CONTACT: Lindsay Brown, Senior Director, Public & Media Relations, +1-203-965-8634, lindsay.brown@cengage.com

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Sybase and China Comservice Form Joint Venture to Ignite Telecommunications Market Opportunities Across China

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 1:14:01 PM
Sybase and China Comservice Form Joint Venture to Ignite Telecommunications Market Opportunities Across China

Company to Bring Leading Technologies, Unrivaled Industry Expertise and Access to Serve Burgeoning Market

BEIJING, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --Sybase, Inc., an SAP company (NYSE: SAP) and industry leader in enterprise and mobile software, and China Communications Services Corporation Limited (CCS or China Comservice, HKG: 0552)-- China's largest integrated services provider for the telecommunications sector--today announced the signing of an agreement to form a joint venture to address opportunities in the burgeoning China market. The new company, combining the leading technologies, unrivaled industry expertise and vast market access from both parties, will provide telecom operators, enterprises and government agencies first-class data management and analytics offerings, mobile device management and applications, mobile commerce and mobile Internet value-added services.

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"To be successful in the China IT market, a company must have both the best-in-breed technology offerings and the broadest industry expertise and market access," said Li Ping, Chairman of CCS. "This joint venture will leverage the rich industry expertise, broad market access and strong local support of CCS to bring Sybase's leading software solutions to customers in the country."

China, with a population of 1.3 billion, has the world's biggest number of fixed-line and mobile subscribers, as well as the largest fiber optic and mobile network capacities. By April 2011, mobile users in China reached 900 million, among whom 67 million were 3G subscribers. In this vibrant market, CCS is the largest provider of telecom infrastructure services, business process outsourcing, and application and content development.

"For the past two decades, Sybase has been committed to accelerating China's IT infrastructure growth, with a focus on the telecommunications industry globally and especially in China," said John Chen, Chairman and CEO of Sybase. "Together with CCS, we are well positioned to bring to market the full set of Sybase's leading enterprise-class technologies, including  Sybase ASE, Sybase IQ, Sybase Unwired Platform and Sybase mobile commerce services."

According to the IT Application Market 2010-2011 annual report by CCID Consulting, China's leading IT research institute, Sybase claims 25.1 percent database market share in China's telecommunications sector, ranking No. 2 among all software vendors.

The joint venture will start operations after receiving Chinese government approval, expected later this year.

About Sybase
Sybase, an SAP company, is the industry leader in delivering enterprise and mobile software to manage, analyze and mobilize information. We are recognized globally as a performance leader, proven in the most data-intensive industries and across all major systems, networks and devices. Our information management, analytics and enterprise mobility solutions have powered the world's most mission-critical systems in financial services, telecommunications, manufacturing and government. For more information, visit http://www.sybase.com. Read Sybase blogs: http://blogs.sybase.com.Join the conversation on Twitter at @Sybase and@MobileWork.

About China Comservice

China Comservice is a leading service provider in the People's Republic of China, in commitment of "building word-class networks for the informatization services," providing integrated support services in the informatization sector, including  telecommunications infrastructure services, business process outsourcing services and applications, content and other services. All the major telecommunications operators in the PRC, namely, China Telecom, China Mobile and China Unicom are our customers and also our shareholders. We also provide services to government agencies, telecommunications equipment manufacturers, corporate customers and public customers. Our service coverage is spread across the nation and we have also extended our business to over 50 countries and regions globally. For more information, visit http:www.chinaccs.com.cn.

Any statements contained in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Words such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intend," "may," "plan," "project," "predict," "should" and "will" and similar expressions as they relate to SAP are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. SAP undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations. The factors that could affect SAP's future financial results are discussed more fully in SAP's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including SAP's most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their dates.

Sybase is a registered trademark of Sybase, Inc. All other company and product names mentioned may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated. ® indicates registration in the United States.

SOURCE  Sybase, Inc.

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CONTACT: Crystal Lu of Sybase Public Relations, (925) 236-6431, Crystal.lu@sybase.com; or CCS Investor Relations, (852) 3699- 0000, ir@chinaccs.com.hk

Web Site: http://www.sybase.com
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The Dirty Little Secret in the App Discovery Game

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 16, 2011 at 1:07:01 PM
The Dirty Little Secret in the App Discovery Game

OfferMobi launches non-incentivized Android App Discovery Network; addresses the dangerous game that app developers are playing

NEW YORK, June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- OfferMobi, the first and leading US-based performance marketing network for mobile advertising campaigns, today announced the launch of its Beta Android App Discovery Network. The launch marks a significant innovation in the App marketing space, as it brings attention to the dirty little secret that has been taking place in the top charts in the app marketplace.

With the launch of its App Discovery Network(TM), OfferMobi is aiming to bring to light one of the industry's best-kept "dirty little secrets". With a huge number of new apps launching daily, the highly competitive App stores have become saturated with developers who buy their way up and manipulate the iPhone App charts and more recently, attempting to buy attention in the Android Market charts.

The OfferMobi App Discovery Network(TM) is the first 100 percent Non-Incentivized CPI (Cost Per Install) platform to drive high quality / high LTV (lifetime value) users to install and actively participate in apps. Following the Beta launch on iOS devices, the Beta is now open to Android developers. Additionally, any developer that registers for the OfferMobi App Discovery Network(TM) for Android devices will receive 50 free installs of their Android-compatible apps.

The recent trend with app developers labeled as Incentivized CPI (Cost Per Install), where users are offered virtual currency (e.g. gold coins to be used in a game, a new level upgrade) in exchange for installing an app was recently "attacked" by Apple. The "catch" associated with this particular method is that as soon as developers stop paying for incentivized installs, they quickly fall off the Top 25 charts in the online app stores and are then left with low quality users who have little or no desire to play their game or use the app.  These "empty" installs are also very hard for developers to monetize.

By leveraging their existing mobile network of over 10,000 publishers, OfferMobi intends to use their existing publisher relationships to aid developers in attaining high quality App downloads. Unlike existing Incentivized CPI players, the OfferMobi platform is Non-Incentivized and focused on high lifetime users who are actually interested to install and intend to use your apps. Customers first review publishers' material, and then install the app allowing for sustained usage and engagement vs. being "bribed" with an incentivized install.

Some of the most notable features and benefits of the OfferMobi App Discovery Network(TM) include:

    --  100 Percent Performance Based:  The network focuses on CPI (Cost Per
        Install) meaning developers only have to pay for successful installs of
        their apps.
    --  Focused on "Intent" not "Incent":  Non Incentivized CPI (Cost Per
        Install) means that users are actually interested in installing and
        using your app.
    --  Facilitate High-Quality Users to Install Apps: The OfferMobi App
        Discovery Network(TM) builds loyal users and lifetime value by focusing
        on real users who care about your app and are more likely to tell
        others, prompting true 'organic' and viral growth.

"With such a large volume of app developers now attempting to manipulate the charts at once using incentivized CPI, it has become more difficult than ever for a company stay on them long enough to attract actual REAL users," said Howie Schwartz, OfferMobi Chairman and Co-founder, "After the Beta launch for iOS earlier this year of the OfferMobi App Discovery Network(TM), we are pleased to bring the platform to Android devices to provide App developers with a cost-effective platform changing the game for App developers who desire non-incentivized installs of their apps to build true lifetime value with their installs."

For more information on OfferMobi and the App Discovery Network(TM), please visit http://www.OfferMobi.com/developer

About the OfferMobi App Discovery Network:

In addition to OfferMobi's renowned pay-per-performance mobile marketing platform, the company recently launched the Beta version of its App Discovery Network(TM) platform now available to both Android and iPhone developers, which enables mobile App developers to increase attention and drive high quality installs of their apps with a unique Non-Incentivized Cost-Per-Install (CPI) model that OfferMobi has developed. Developers participating in Beta will be able to sign up for 50 free installs of their Apps.

About OfferMobi:

OfferMobi is the first and leading USA-based mobile affiliate network. Launched in early 2010, OfferMobi has amassed a loyal following of over 10,000 mobile publishers who are seeking performance based commissions from ad campaigns they can run in mobile advertising channels. OfferMobi acts as both an agency and a performance based network for advertisers who wish to promote their mobile enabled website, App, or click to call/pay per call campaign. OfferMobi works with mobile publishers who own premium mobile destinations, popular App owners and other mobile ad networks to increase the revenue they earn from their mobile ad inventories on a performance basis.

For more information, visit http://www.OfferMobi.com

Media Contact:Matt RizzettaNorth 6th Agency917-398-0818mrizzetta@north6thagency.com

SOURCE  OfferMobi

OfferMobi

Web Site: http://www.OfferMobi.com
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comScore and GfK MRI Announce Collaboration on Product Offering that Combines U.S. Print Readership and Online Behavior Using Fused Database

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 16, 2011 at 12:28:02 PM
comScore and GfK MRI Announce Collaboration on Product Offering that Combines U.S. Print Readership and Online Behavior Using Fused Database

comScore-MRI Fusion to Provide Insights into U.S. Print and Online Audiences, Bringing Additional Value to Publishers, Agencies and Advertisers

RESTON, Va.,  June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- comScore, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCOR) and GfK MRI today announced a partnership to develop a new product offering that links Americans' online media habits with print readership and other media consumption data, including product and brand usage, all in a single unified database known as comScore-MRI Fusion.

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"comScore-MRI Fusion bridges the gap between online and offline media consumption and helps provide a more holistic view of how audiences are reached in a multimedia environment," said Steve Dennen, comScore VP of Business Development. "With media content proliferating across channels at an increasing rate, it is essential for media planners and publishers to understand how consumers engage with content across touchpoints in order to optimize their marketing mix."

"We are pleased to be partnering with comScore on this database fusion product," said Kathi Love, President & CEO, GfK MRI.  "Combining our databases will provide a deeper and more granular understanding of consumers and their activities both online and offline."

The new service utilizes data fusion to link consumer behavior from the comScore and GfK MRI databases to provide valuable insights to marketers, including unduplicated cross-media audience reach, attitudinal and demographic audience profiles, and product usage information. By combining U.S. site visitation data from comScore Media Metrix with GfK MRI's traditional media consumption and product usage surveys, media planners will be able to use the resulting data to optimize their media mix for cross-channel campaigns and publishers will gain competitive intelligence into cross-channel media consumption patterns of their users and those of their competitors.

"Understanding the media consumption habits of our readers across touchpoints is critical to so many aspects of the experience we deliver them," said Scott McDonald, Senior Vice President Research & Insights, Conde Nast. "The comScore-MRI Fusion product offers a promising new way of gaining intelligence into the demographic and behavioral attributes of our readers so that we can ensure we continue to provide the most relevant and engaging content experience."

About comScore

comScore, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCOR) is a global leader in measuring the digital world and preferred source of digital business analytics. For more information, please visit http://www.comscore.com/companyinfo.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including, but not limited to, expectations regarding the impact and benefits to comScore of the comScore-MRI Fusion product, financial or otherwise. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to: the features and characteristics of the products, the rate of development of the digital marketing intelligence, Internet advertising and e-Commerce markets; the growth of the Internet as a medium for commerce, content, advertising and communications; and the acceptance of new products and methodologies by the industry, including existing and prospective clients.

For a detailed discussion of these and other risk factors, please refer to comScore's most recent respective Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Annual Reports on Form 10-K and from time to time other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"), which are available on the SEC's Web site (http://www.sec.gov).

Stockholders of comScore are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date such statements are made. comScore does not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect events, circumstances or new information after the date of this press release, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

About GfK MRI

GfK MRI has a singular goal: to provide the clearest and most detailed view of American consumers--who they are, what they buy, how they think, and the best ways to reach them. Founded in 1979, GfK MRI is the country's leading provider of magazine audience ratings, multimedia research data and penetrating insights into consumers' behavior and motivations.

When conducting its national Survey of the American Consumer(TM), GfK MRI interviews approximately 26,000 U.S. adults in their homes each year, asking about their use of media, their consumption of more than 6,000 products in 550 categories, their lifestyles and their attitudes. Because these interviews are structured as an area probability study, the results are projectable to the entire U.S. adult population. The Survey also serves as a foundation for an array of innovative GfK MRI research products that answer the market's need for granular, cross-media and consumer-focused information.

GfK MRI is part of The GfK Group, based in Nuremberg, Germany. The Group delivers a range of information and consultancy services in three business sectors: Custom Research, Retail and Technology and Media. It is the No. 4 market research organization worldwide, operates in more than 100 countries and employs over 10,000 staff, more than 80% of whom are based outside of Germany.

For further information on GfK MRI, visit our Web site: http://www.gfkmri.com.  And, follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/GfKMRI) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/GfKMRINews).

SOURCE  comScore, Inc.

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CONTACT: Andrew Lipsman of comScore, Inc., +1-312-775-6510, press@comscore.com

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Sabre and UNIT4 Renew SignificantPartnership to Transform Back-Offices in Travel Industry

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Posted on June 16, 2011 at 11:49:01 AM
Sabre and UNIT4 Renew SignificantPartnership to Transform Back-Offices in Travel Industry

Sabre CentralCommand With Agresso is an Industry-leading Travel and Financial Back-office Solution for Large Fast Changing Travel Management Companies

VICTORIA, British Columbia and SOUTHLAKE, Texas, June 16, 2011/PRNewswire/ --

    UNIT4 Business Software (http://www.unit4software.com), a division
of UNIT4, the world's leading provider of business software for fast
changing organizations, and Sabre Travel Network today announced the
seven-year renewal of their partnership to advance their travel back-office
software, Sabre CentralCommand with Agresso. Representing a significant
investment, the agreement reflects the success of CentralCommand in helping
large travel management companies (TMCs) be more efficient, more profitable
and able to embrace business change independently in a simple, quick and
cost-effective way.

    "Continuing our successful journey with Sabre will provide ongoing
benefits to our customers, which include many of Sabre's largest clients,"
says Ab van Marion, COO of UNIT4. "Our partnership represents a clear
commitment to ongoing R&D in CentralCommand ensuring it remains the most
agile business information system available for the travel industry. We look
forward to evolving CentralCommand, responding to new technology trends like
the cloud, and further establishing our presence in this key sector."

    CentralCommand is a fully-integrated travel accounting and back-office
financial management and business intelligence solution. With its ability to
automate manual tasks and its multi-lingual, multi-currency, and
multi-country capabilities, CentralCommand has seen particular success among
large TMCs with multiple locations, multiple lines of business and global
operations.

    "CentralCommand combines best in class financial management tools with
Sabre's industry-leading back-office solutions for large TMCs. Specifically
designed for the travel industry, CentralCommand helps customers save money,
increase productivity and access critical business information, no matter
how challenging or rapidly changing their business environment is," said
Chris Kroeger, senior vice president of marketing for Sabre Travel Network.
"For Sabre Travel Network, offering CentralCommand in partnership with UNIT4
represents an important part of our Sabre Red portfolio, ensuring we have
the most robust selection of business intelligence products."

    CentralCommand's unique architecture is specifically designed for
organizations that are facing frequent, ongoing change - a hallmark of the
travel industry where key performance indicators are highly fluid, mergers
and acquisitions occur and considerable regulatory and competitive pressures
exist. With CentralCommand, customers can quickly respond to changing
business needs.

    Sabre and UNIT4 originally partnered in 2002 to create CentralCommand,
which is now used by TMCs across North America, Latin America and Europe.

    About UNIT4 Business Software
UNIT4 Business Software in North America (http://www.unit4software.com) is a
wholly-owned subsidiary of UNIT4, a $576 million enterprise resource
planning (ERP) company and a top six mid-market ERP software player
globally. UNIT4 Business Software's leading ERP product for organizations
living in change, Agresso Business World, is widely acknowledged as the
business software solution that delivers the lowest Total Cost of Change.
The software's unique VITA? architecture allows for ongoing,
post-implementation changes by business users, without the external IT costs
typical of disparate systems.

    Over 3,000 companies and organizations in 100 countries deploy Agresso
Business World for both operational support and strategic management. The
company's role-based, Web Services and Services-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
enabled solutions include Financial Management, Human Resources and Payroll,
Procurement Management, Project Costing and Billing, Reporting and
Analytics, Business Process Automation, and Field Services and Asset
Maintenance.

    About Sabre Travel Network

    Sabre Travel Network [http://en.eu.sabretravelnetwork.com ] is the
world's leading provider of high-performance travel solutions. By combining
its unique expertise and leading technology, Sabre powers business
performance across the travel industry. Sabre's multi-channel merchandising
and procurement solutions enable corporate and leisure agencies, corporate
travel programs, airlines, hotels and other travel suppliers around the
world to make money, save money and provide better customer service. Sabre
Holdings connects people with the world's greatest travel possibilities by
retailing travel products and providing distribution and technology
solutions for the travel industry.

    The names of actual companies or products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners. Agresso, Agresso Business World,
BLINC and VITA are registered trademarks of UNIT4 Business Software.

   
    Media contact:

    Sarah Milner
    Marketing & Communications Manager, UNIT4 Business Software
    P: +1-250-704-4484
    C: +1-250-516-2137
    E: sarah.milner@unit4.com
    Twitter: @UNIT4SoftwareNA

    Heidi Castle
    Sabre Holdings
    P: +1-682-605-4290
    C: +1-214-681-8169
    E: heidi.castle@sabre.com
    Twitter: @SabreNews, @heidicastle

Source: UNIT4

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Adam & Eve's "Friday Night Fun" Podcasts Receive Over 1 Million Views!

Poster: SySAdmin
Posted on June 16, 2011 at 10:56:01 AM
Adam & Eve's "Friday Night Fun" Podcasts Receive Over 1 Million Views!

HILLSBOROUGH, N.C., June 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Adam & Eve and AdamAndEve .com (http://www.AdamAndEve.com/news), America's most trusted source for adult products, are pleased to announce they have found great success with "Friday Night Fun," an erotic podcast found on both iTunes and YouTube.

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With over 1 million combined views, the sensual, storytelling podcasts provide listeners with a variety of sexy scenarios to titillate the senses. Each of the 45 podcasts runs between 8-11 minutes and provides a special offer for new and current Adam & Eve customers.

"We've found these couples-friendly podcasts have really gained momentum since their launch in September of 2010," says Chad Davis, Director of Marketing for Adam & Eve. "Each new story is designed to be shared between lovers, and Adam & Eve's special 50% off offer is a great incentive to enhance the experience even more."

Adam & Eve resident Sexpert Dr. Kat agrees. "Because it's a narrative, 'Friday Night Fun' allows the listener to delve into his or her own imagination and create the visuals themselves. Whether individuals use these podcasts to get inspired alone or with a partner, they can certainly help add creativity in the bedroom."

And listeners seem to respond well to the weekly Friday night stories. Says one Adam & Eve Facebook fan, "I download them as often as possible!"

For more information on "Friday Night Fun," please visit Podcasts in the iTunes store or YouTube. For more information on Adam & Eve, please contact Adam & Eve Director of Public Relations Katy Zvolerin at 919.644.8100 x 3121 or katy@adameve.com.

SOURCE  Adam & Eve

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