"Buyers Meeting Point believes in supporting continuing education among supply management and procurement professionals. To this end, we are instituting a process and structure to accept article submissions from practitioners and researchers, provide editorial feedback, and then publish qualified articles on our website for continuing education credits valid towards professional recertification," said Buyers Meeting Point Co-owner Kelly Barner. "We intend to provide a forum for practitioners to establish their professional experience and share it with their ...

Ventana Research has released its latest Benchmark Research, Trends in Integrated Business Planning. Ventana Research undertook this benchmark to build upon their previous research into planning and gain insight into how organizations have advanced business planning across the enterprise The new research found that in most companies planning remains a disjointed, immature process. Individual business units or departments create plans with a limited understanding of what others are doing and without considering how their plans will affect others. The only integrated business ...

TeamSupport.com, the award-winning provider of collaborative customer support software, has reintroduced itself with a new brand identity and Web site. The cloud-based software company's new logo and Web site, featuring a stylized team of colleagues in a "huddle," reflects TeamSupport's unique focus on harnessing the power of teamwork, communication and collaboration to deliver exceptional customer service. "Every member of the 'team' behind TeamSupport has worked in customer support roles, from management to call center employee, throughout our careers. ...

ThinkHR, the industry leader in providing live, human-assisted search that turns technology and information into complete actionable solutions, today announced revenues have doubled year over year in 2012. The unprecedented growth was achieved through ThinkHR's ability to partner with hundreds of brokers, ranging from the country's largest agencies to independent, sole proprietor types, and other partners in payroll and association markets. ThinkHR offers a suite of services that enable partners and employers to solve HR issues quickly and easily. ThinkHR's target market ...

For many consumers, eating at a choice restaurant can prove a difficult challenge, especially if the venue is packed. In today's times of economic fragility, consumers are less able to afford food offered at high-end restaurants, let alone have the ability to craftily make a reservation in advance. However, according to a recent article from The New York Times, Groupon's latest expansion may provide a way for customers to solve both problems at once. The article reveals that Groupon, a company known for providing a wide array of discounts to its users, has recently bought ...

A new article from The Huffington Post offers advice to brides- and grooms-to-be on creating the best wedding experience possible for friends and family members. Industry pros deliver new ideas and tips on myriad topics, from what type of cocktails to serve to how to address attire requirements and dress codes with guests. Event planner and DJ Christopher Ryan Porter offers his own thoughts on this increasingly trendsetting industry. The article's author notes that the advice provided is based on information collected at six weddings over a span of three months during ...

Paris Fashion Week is an eagerly anticipated event each and every year, and this year's fashion shows did not disappoint. Most notably, Valentino's line, populated by long sleeve, modest styles that accentuate the female shape, showcased heavy influences from the popular television series Downton Abbey. The Los Angeles Times reports that the show's inspiration was rooted in "Nostalgia for female sensuality, not sexuality." Meghan Tar, a fashion enthusiast from Miami, Florida, and long-time fan of Valentino's collections, notes that cultural influences often find ...

In many ways, today's culture has turned a spotlight on healthy living. In fact, individuals are embracing programs like Crossfit and the popularity of grueling fitness challenges, such as the Mud Run and Tough Mudder, has seemingly skyrocketed. Julius Goepp, MD encourages individuals to continue to engage in such activities that promote health; however, he also recommends seeking out nutritious foods to create well-rounded lifestyles. A recent article in Men's Fitness showcases the health benefits that tomatoes provide--particularly to men. According to the article, ...

Many American workers are provided with retirement savings options by their employers--but in many instances, these options leave something to be desired. A recent Daily Finance article notes that, for many employees, opting out of restrictive, employer-provided retirement plans and instead choosing self-directed retirement options is ultimately the better choice. A self-directed retirement plan allows the employee to invest his or her funds in a variety of ways, but a more traditional, employer-run plan offers limited investment options, typically confined to stocks and ...

Regardless of the industry, virtually all companies are united by the need to cultivate a positive customer experience. This is easier said than done, however, and a recent article from Business Insider notes that, despite the best intentions, many companies end up falling short. Specifically, the article highlights three ways in which efforts to create strong customer experiences end up failing--and the article has won the attention of Enhanced Recovery Company. Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Enhanced Recovery Company is a foremost company in the Accounts Receivable ...

Ventana Research has announced the results of the 7th annual 2012 Leadership Awards. The Leadership Awards recognize organizations and supporting technology vendors that have effectively achieved superior results through using people, processes, information and technology while applying best practices within specific business and technology categories. The awards distinguish pioneers and leaders -- both organizations and individuals that exemplify clear visionary and transformative leadership. The award recipients have demonstrated an understanding that the successful ...

Karen G., a marketing manager from Oregon, had a night to remember at Intertops Casino recently. In two hours her account rose to just over $15,250 when she decided to call it a night. She has something special in mind for her husband this Christmas. It started for Karen when she won $8,859.55 playing Cleopatra's Gold, an Egyptian-themed 20 line slot with a random jackpot that was pretty loose the night of her winning spree. Then she went on to play Texan Tycoon, an oil well-themed slots game also with a random jackpot, where she got lucky during the Free Game Feature ...

Trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to the Meriter West Washington clinic in downtown Madison on Saturday, November 3rd for the first Meriter/Physicians Plus Halloween Candy Trade-In Party. The event allows children to trade in their extra Halloween candy for a fun, healthy treat. Their candy will be sent to U.S. Troops overseas through Operation Gratitude. "According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) childhood obesity has more than tripled in the last 30 years," said Meriter Pediatrician Sara E. Kreckman, MD. "This event ...

As the 4th anniversary of the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy passes, Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK seem no closer to recovery than back in September 2008. Many companies in Dublin and Belfast have been forced to lay off staff and while the remaining staff work longer hours with less career development prospects on the horizon. "Recession fatigue" has become a real problem for managers and employees in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. While the challenges of Ireland's business leaders can not be underestimated, one suggestion for improved ...

Many Columbus, Ohio homeowners report that upon falling behind on their mortgage payments, they worked with the bank for months, and sometimes years, filling out forms and submitting information, only to learn that the bank foreclosed on their home. The new national mortgage settlement offers hope for Columbus, Ohio homeowners by adding new ways for your foreclosure defense attorney to fight your foreclosure. The National Mortgage Foreclosure Settlement To address the foreclosure processing abuses that have been going on since at least 2008, the U.S. government ...

What kind of app would you expect from a father who dotes over his three daughters? For the answer, look no further than the apps being launched by Publ Studio. The products developed by this children's media company range from an imaginative interactive book app that features a cute kid next door to an exciting educational app where the player gets to solve a mystery like a detective. Unlike standard e-books for children, the apps made by Publ Studio are not just for reading as the user flips from one page to the next. Instead, when kids touch the pictures in these ...

Research shows that having a baby early in life actually lowers a woman's risk of developing postmenopausal breast cancer. However, in the short-term, the risk of developing breast cancer spikes for new mothers. Postpartum breast cancer, in other words, cancer that comes about after having a baby, can be especially challenging considering the life changes that come along with a growing family. Given that postpartum breast cancer typically occurs in younger women and considering the physiological changes that accompany pregnancy, it can also be harder for new or inexperienced ...

Car accidents remain the leading cause of death for individuals 5-35 years of age in the U.S. Leading the list of factors contributing to fatal car accidents is distracted driving. The effects of inattentive driving are far more serious than many people realize. On December 1, in Pembroke, Georgia, three semi-trucks and a passenger car were involved in a serious truck crash on I-16 in Bryan County. The accident occurred when one semi truck hit another, causing a third to jackknife. The passenger car involved in the accident was forced to swerve to avoid the semi ...

Criminal defense attorney Ryan Stump recently represented a client facing up to 47 months in prison on a combination of criminal charges, including driving while impaired (DWI), felony drug possession, misdemeanor drug possession and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Using his knowledge of the law and experience in drug and DWI cases, Stump helped his client avoid an almost four-year-prison sentence and, instead, spend 90 days at an inpatient drug treatment facility. In North Carolina v. J.M., law enforcement claimed that it had observed our client striking ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) offers nearby lodging to participants and guests attending the 2012 Women's Flat Track Roller Derby Association (WAFTA) Championships titled "Grits and Glory". Hosted by Atlanta Rollergirls, the event will take place November 2-4, 2012 at The Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. Advancing from earlier round playoffs, teaming scheduled to compete are Windy City Rollers, Gotham Girls Roller Derby, Oly Rollers, and Texas Rolergirls. "Conveniently located only 8 miles from the ...

The newly renovated Comfort Inn & Conference Center Northeast, a leading north Atlanta hotel, offers convenient accommodations to guests attending The Great American Train Show. Taking place October 27-28, 2012 at the North Atlanta Trade Center, it is a national, traveling show that caters to the model railroad enthusiast. The show features: - 200+ tables from train dealers - Free workshops for beginners and experienced modelers - Q&A with model railroading experts - Kid-friendly activities including train play area Admission for adults and children over ...

With hassle-free pricing from 4t Networks, your disaster recovery services have just gotten even simpler. All you have to do is select your number of virtual machines, diskc space, and bandwidth, and your price is generated. It can all be done in less than a minute. Of course, if you have any further questions, 4t Networks' customer service team is on-hand to help. For each disaster recovery and backup solution, 4t Networks will replicate the customer's VMware virtual machine, or machines, over the WAN from your local environment to its cloud servers. From there, these ...

Orlando bankruptcy attorneys Clark & Washington are giving away free copies of Bankruptcies and Money Disasters of the Rich and Famous to help encourage Orlando residents to realize that bankruptcy is an option that can help instead of hinder your future success. Throughout history, many famous and influential people have had to file for bankruptcy because of their financial troubles. Abraham Lincoln had to file after his business partner died and their business failed. J.C. Penny's first store went bankrupt. Even modern mogul Donald Trump has filed several times. ...

Dr. Martin Winterkorn, president of the Volkswagen AG Board of Directors, has participated in the Hispano-German Entrepreneurs Meeting, which took place in the executive headquarters of the government, and which counted on the presence of the President of Government, Mariano Rajoy, and the German Chancellor, Angela Merkel. "Volkswagen will continue its close link with Spain in the future," assured Dr. Winterkorn during his address before the heads of the principal German and Spanish companies. According to the president of the Volkswagen Group, Spain has played ...

Experian has announced an international partnership with iovation, the Device Reputation Authority, to further enhance Experian's global fraud prevention capabilities. Iovation's advanced device recognition software, dynamic referencing and device reputation checks will increase the reach and effectiveness of Experian's identity verification and fraud prevention services. iovation brings together the world's largest repository of mobile and online devices. It identifies one billion mobile devices globally and currently conducts nine billion device reputation checks a ...