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Implenia wins building construction contracts in Switzerland and Germany worth a total of over CHF 220 million

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Monday, December 25, 2023

Glattpark (Opfikon), 15 December 2023 – Implenia’s Division Buildings has won construction contracts in various regions of Switzerland and Germany worth a total of over CHF 220 million.

Key Points: 
  • Glattpark (Opfikon), 15 December 2023 – Implenia’s Division Buildings has won construction contracts in various regions of Switzerland and Germany worth a total of over CHF 220 million.
  • Implenia CEO André Wyss is delighted with the new orders: "These projects confirm the trust that our clients have in Implenia.
  • The project was supported by RECP throughout all the service phases, and was developed quickly thanks to Lean project structures.
  • The project, with an area of 24,700 m2, includes the construction of two rental apartment blocks and an office building.

Skiles Group’s Buddy Brumley Named TEXO 2023 General Contractor Superintendent of the Year

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Long-time Lean construction advocate Buddy Brumley , a senior superintendent with Skiles Group , was honored by TEXO as its 2023 General Contractor Superintendent of the Year.

Key Points: 
  • Long-time Lean construction advocate Buddy Brumley , a senior superintendent with Skiles Group , was honored by TEXO as its 2023 General Contractor Superintendent of the Year.
  • With more than 40 years of experience, Brumley is a sought-after leader, mentor, author, and champion for the construction industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231206635446/en/
    Skiles Group’s Buddy Brumley Named TEXO 2023 General Contractor Superintendent of the Year (Photo: Business Wire)
    TEXO – The Construction Association, the largest construction industry trade association in Texas, recognizes one individual annually as part of the TEXO Holiday & Awards Gala.
  • Brumley was selected based on his technical ability, team-building skills, quality and project success, and personal character.

Ossium Health Named Winner of Inc.’s 2023 Best in Business Award

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Ossium Health, a bioengineering company leveraging stem cell science to develop treatments for diseases of the blood and immune systems, has been named as a winner of the Inc. 2023 Best in Business award.

Key Points: 
  • Ossium Health, a bioengineering company leveraging stem cell science to develop treatments for diseases of the blood and immune systems, has been named as a winner of the Inc. 2023 Best in Business award.
  • This award recognizes dynamic companies that made an extraordinary positive impact on their communities, their industries, the environment, or society as a whole in the past year.
  • Ossium was named a winner in two categories: Health Products, which honors companies producing healthcare products, and Lean and Mean, which honors companies with annual gross revenues under $5m.
  • “We’re honored to receive an award that recognizes the progress Ossium has made toward our mission of improving human health through bioengineering,” said Kevin Caldwell, Ossium’s CEO, Co-Founder and President.

Planview Solutions Now Available in AWS Marketplace

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

The solutions currently available include Planview AgilePlace, Planview Hub, Planview Portfolios, Planview ProjectPlace, and Planview Viz.

Key Points: 
  • The solutions currently available include Planview AgilePlace, Planview Hub, Planview Portfolios, Planview ProjectPlace, and Planview Viz.
  • By making our solutions available in AWS Marketplace, we’re able to bring the power of Planview to AWS customers, helping them to navigate these demands with even greater agility and efficiency.”
    Planview empowers business, technology, and transformation leaders alike to plan, fund and deliver transformative initiatives while reducing operational costs, maximizing capacity utilization, and increasing time to value.
  • By accessing Planview’s platform of solutions in AWS Marketplace, AWS customers can connect the direction and goals of business leaders to the bottom-up innovation and delivery of teams – accelerating time to value and de-risking strategic bets.
  • For customers in the AWS Enterprise Discount Program (EDP), software purchases in AWS Marketplace retire their spend commitment to AWS.

Rivian Hires Carlo Materazzo as Vice President, Logistics

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) today announced Carlo Materazzo as Vice President, Logistics.

Key Points: 
  • Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) today announced Carlo Materazzo as Vice President, Logistics.
  • Materazzo, who starts at Rivian today, brings more than twenty years of experience in the automotive industry to reinforce Rivian’s journey towards excellence in manufacturing.
  • Before joining Rivian, Materazzo worked at Stellantis North America as VP of Manufacturing, holding several executive roles in Operations.
  • I see Rivian as the place where my aspirations will turn into reality.”
    “We’re incredibly excited about Carlo joining the team.

Marelli to Launch New Platforms at CES 2024

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

DETROIT, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marelli, a leading mobility technology supplier to the automotive sector, will launch its "Lean" and "Advantage" platforms at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, NV, January 9-11, 2024, in its private, invitation-only booth at the Wynn Hotel.

Key Points: 
  • Marelli's "Lean" platforms are underpinned by a simplified approach to hardware and software design resulting in fewer parts, reduced weight, and less cost than standard products, without sacrificing performance.
  • Systems based on "Lean" platforms are primarily pre-developed, leaving room for automakers to customize certain features upon award.
  • This module-based platform approach targets entry-level vehicles, brands, and trim levels, and is designed to appeal to budget-oriented consumers and fleet buyers.
  • Marelli will continue building out its platform strategy, allowing automakers to choose solutions that are primarily pre-developed while leaving room for customization.

Whirlpool Corporation Named to 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Second Consecutive Year

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Monday, December 11, 2023

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced today that it has been named to the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company's dedication to responsible and ethical business practices.

Key Points: 
  • BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) announced today that it has been named to the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI) in recognition of the company's dedication to responsible and ethical business practices.
  • This marks the second consecutive year Whirlpool Corp. has been named to the World Index.
  • The company is also on the North America Index for the 17th year.
  • The DJSI, including the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), were launched in 1999 as the pioneering series of global sustainability benchmarks available in the market.

MSI offers Step Up to Touchplan® program for Bosch RefinemySite software users

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), a leading provider of services and software to the design and construction industry, announces a specialized customer assistance program to enable users of Bosch's popular RefinemySite to step up to Touchplan, the premier construction planning platform. The program combines data migration technology, expert user training, and flexible contract terms, all designed to preserve the customer's investment and prevent disruption in their Lean Construction journey.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), a leading provider of services and software to the design and construction industry, announces a specialized customer assistance program to enable users of Bosch's popular RefinemySite to step up to Touchplan, the premier construction planning platform.
  • The program combines data migration technology, expert user training, and flexible contract terms, all designed to preserve the customer's investment and prevent disruption in their Lean Construction journey.
  • The Step Up to Touchplan program provides RefinemySite users with the following:
    "Delighting our customers is job one at MSI," said Jason Lyon, Touchplan's VP of Customer Success.
  • Current RefinemySite customers can send an email to [email protected] to learn more about the Step Up to Touchplan program and schedule a free consultation with a Lean planning expert to assess your needs and plan an efficient transition from RefinemySite to Touchplan.

MSI offers Step Up to Touchplan® program for Bosch RefinemySite software users

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), a leading provider of services and software to the design and construction industry, announces a specialized customer assistance program to enable users of Bosch's popular RefinemySite to step up to Touchplan, the premier construction planning platform. The program combines data migration technology, expert user training, and flexible contract terms, all designed to preserve the customer's investment and prevent disruption in their Lean Construction journey.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), a leading provider of services and software to the design and construction industry, announces a specialized customer assistance program to enable users of Bosch's popular RefinemySite to step up to Touchplan, the premier construction planning platform.
  • The program combines data migration technology, expert user training, and flexible contract terms, all designed to preserve the customer's investment and prevent disruption in their Lean Construction journey.
  • The Step Up to Touchplan program provides RefinemySite users with the following:
    "Delighting our customers is job one at MSI," said Jason Lyon, Touchplan's VP of Customer Success.
  • Current RefinemySite customers can send an email to [email protected] to learn more about the Step Up to Touchplan program and schedule a free consultation with a Lean planning expert to assess your needs and plan an efficient transition from RefinemySite to Touchplan.

Lean Solutions Group Welcomes Jeff Aldaz as Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a nearshore and offshore services provider, is pleased to announce Jeff Aldaz has joined as its chief operating officer.

Key Points: 
  • CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a nearshore and offshore services provider, is pleased to announce Jeff Aldaz has joined as its chief operating officer.
  • "As a strong leader with a proven track record of planning, executing, and governing operational activities in global environments, I look forward to my new role as chief operating officer at Lean Solutions Group," Aldaz said.
  • Prior to his position with Lean Solutions Group, Aldaz was the senior vice president of Global Business Services at Alorica and previously held senior leadership positions at Ingram Micro, SYNNEX, and Mi Pueblo Foods.
  • "Jeff's global expertise in optimizing operations, liaising with stakeholders, and building results-driven teams is a winning combination for Lean Solutions Group," said Robert Cadena, CEO.