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AutoVitals and Tekmetric Announce Partnership to Enhance Integration Between Shop Management Systems

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Information technology management, Articles, Business process, Groupware, Workflow, Business process management, Performance indicator, Cloud computing, Automobile repair shop, Business, Information technology, Comparison of Auto Repair Shop Management Systems

SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoVitals , the complete digital shop solution for independent auto repair businesses, today announced a partnership with Tekmetric , a leading auto repair technology company providing cloud-based shop management systems across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Calif., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoVitals , the complete digital shop solution for independent auto repair businesses, today announced a partnership with Tekmetric , a leading auto repair technology company providing cloud-based shop management systems across the U.S.
  • The two leading auto repair shop systems are now connected to provide seamless, two-way communication and an improved customer experience.
  • The integration of AutoVitals and Tekmetric eliminates double entry by automatically sending recommended work from the digital inspection back to the estimate in Tekmetric's point-of-sale shop management system.With this upgrade, new repair orders (ROs) can be created and dispatched within seconds through AutoVitals.
  • Tekmetric, a Houston-based auto repair technology company, offers a cloud-based shop management system that enables auto repair shop owners to drive productivity and increase profitability through its streamlined workflow management processes.

Banty CEO Scott Wilson Discusses How Video Conferencing Can Help Start a Business

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Teleconferencing, Telecommunications, Technology, Science and technology, Groupware, Assistive technology, Video, Educational technology, Videotelephony, Web conferencing

Scott Wilson , Co-Founder and CEO of video conferencing solution Banty Inc. , is a successful entrepreneur who recognizes the substantial, positive impact virtual meetings can have on a new company.

Key Points: 
  • Scott Wilson , Co-Founder and CEO of video conferencing solution Banty Inc. , is a successful entrepreneur who recognizes the substantial, positive impact virtual meetings can have on a new company.
  • Here's how he thinks this technology can help burgeoning companies get off the ground:
    Host many face-to-face meetings: To start a business successfully, you need to get in front of people .
  • (Watch the 'Banty Is Easy' video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhmVdwrR_w8&t=10s )
    Today, everyone has a mobile number and an email address.
  • In the near future, everyone will have a Banty video chat address: Banty.com/YourName
    Founded in 2020, Banty offers exceptional video conferencing solutions for Businesses , Enterprise , Medical Practices , Virtual Events , and Personal use .

ZINFI Introduces Advanced Remote Collaboration Features for Its Partner Relationship Management Platform

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Business process, Groupware, Workflow, Application software, Business, Business process management, Articles, Workflow technology, Grid computing, Scientific workflow system

We are excited to roll out these advanced collaboration features, because we know they will make partner relationship management not only easier but also more productive."

Key Points: 
  • We are excited to roll out these advanced collaboration features, because we know they will make partner relationship management not only easier but also more productive."
  • Guided Wizard ZINFI's partner relationship management platform now includes guided, step-by-step help wizards to highlight new features, drive desired behavior, and provide in-context support across all screens and devices to assist users through their intended journey.
  • Administrators can now create data sync algorithms and configure workflows to process workflow-based record synchronization, enabling end-to-end partner workflow to and through ZINFI's partner relationship management platform.
  • To access more information about ZINFI's partner relationship management platform or to download a copy of ZINFI's best practices guide on partner relationship management, please visit our website at www.zinfi.com.

Kino for the Community: Bringing People, Businesses, Schools Back Together Virtually

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Articles, Technology, Science and technology, Groupware, Teleconferencing, Assistive technology, Video, Educational technology, Kino, Videotelephony, Streaming media, Virtual learning environment

Using the Kino streaming video platform, even people who can't or aren't ready to return in person can enjoy visiting neighborhood businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Using the Kino streaming video platform, even people who can't or aren't ready to return in person can enjoy visiting neighborhood businesses.
  • A video streaming chat platform, Kino can be used by businesses, schools, and individuals to connect virtually in a way that feels more natural and personal than traditional video conferencing services.
  • "We're very excited to partner with IDEA as we believe Kino is a perfect application for virtual learning spaces," says Nadav.
  • "We initially created Kino to allow people to have a more natural social experience over a streaming video platform.

Projection Unveils Content Management Tool for Hybrid Meetings

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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Addressing this need, Projection, a national audiovisual company, today announced its hybrid meeting content management tool:ProjectionNet.

Key Points: 
  • Addressing this need, Projection, a national audiovisual company, today announced its hybrid meeting content management tool:ProjectionNet.
  • ProjectionNet for hybrid meetings is built upon the company's proprietary presentation management system, which has been used to manage content for clients' in-person meetings for the past 25 years.
  • Available to all existing and future clients, ProjectionNet is the ultimate tool for meetings and events where content will be delivered from in-person and/or virtual sources.
  • "While the industry has tools that serve either in-person or virtual meetings, the move to hybrid presents new opportunities and challenges for the seamless management and delivery of content.

FloQast Raises $110 Million in Funding at a Valuation of $1.2 Billion

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Business process, Groupware, Workflow, Automation

With a valuation of $1.2 billion, FloQast becomes a unicorn workflow solution provider.

Key Points: 
  • With a valuation of $1.2 billion, FloQast becomes a unicorn workflow solution provider.
  • "Todays finance and accounting functions are undergoing major transformations to become more automated, collaborative and insightful," said George Bischof, general partner at Meritech Capital.
  • "FloQast has established itself as the market leader in enabling these transitions by delivering easy-to-use, non-disruptive solutions that work the way accounting and finance professionals work."
  • With more than 1,400 customers globally, FloQast is the fastest-growing provider of accounting workflow automation software.

Lucid Announces New Lucidspark App for Zoom

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Telecommunications, Videotelephony, Technology, Web conferencing, Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on science and technology, Zoom, Smartphones, Groupware, Science and technology

SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid , the leading provider of visual collaboration software, announced today a new app for Zoom for its virtual whiteboard, Lucidspark, to deliver a seamless experience accessible within Zoom Meetings.

Key Points: 
  • SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid , the leading provider of visual collaboration software, announced today a new app for Zoom for its virtual whiteboard, Lucidspark, to deliver a seamless experience accessible within Zoom Meetings.
  • "The new Lucidspark app for Zoom will empower teams with the ability to use visuals to more effectively brainstorm, strategize and align in real time without ever leaving the Zoom meeting."
  • The Lucidspark app for Zoom gives every team member an equal opportunity to participate and contribute, while enhanced facilitation features help leaders keep meetings on track.
  • The Lucidspark app allows users to:
    Easily involve attendees: Teams can easily and quickly create and share Lucidspark boards with attendeesall without ever leaving the Zoom interface.

Yep Announces General Availability - Powering Simple, Frictionless, and Secure Video Calls on Any Device or Platform Worldwide

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Software, Computing, Operating systems, Groupware, Social media, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Videotelephony, Instagram, Yep, Facebook

LAS VEGAS, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Yep , a web-based platform for enabling instant, secure video calls on any device, today announced the worldwide availability of its free service - providing frictionless video calls that allow for greater collaboration, human connection, and spontaneity.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Yep , a web-based platform for enabling instant, secure video calls on any device, today announced the worldwide availability of its free service - providing frictionless video calls that allow for greater collaboration, human connection, and spontaneity.
  • We think frictionless video calls are a new category, one with the potential to unleash an era of greater human connection."
  • Those interested in Yep can utilize this innovative tool by visiting heyyep.com and sharing it with friends, family, or colleagues.
  • Check us out on Facebook: facebook.com/heyyepchat
    Explore with us on Instagram: instagram.com/heyyep
    Connect with us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/heyyep
    Yep provides a frictionless, platform and device-agnostic way to collaborate via video calls.

Vocera Introduces New Cloud-Based Clinical Communication and Collaboration Solution

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Software, Managed care, Mobile, Wireless, Networks, Hardware, Data management, Technology, Hospitals, Practice Management, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Health, Business process, Groupware, Workflow, Smartphone, Technology, Computing, Classes of computers

Vocera Communications, Inc. (NYSE:VCRA), a recognized leader in clinical communication and workflow solutions, today introduced its new cloud-based clinical communication and collaboration (CC&C) solution for smartphones called Vocera Edge .

Key Points: 
  • Vocera Communications, Inc. (NYSE:VCRA), a recognized leader in clinical communication and workflow solutions, today introduced its new cloud-based clinical communication and collaboration (CC&C) solution for smartphones called Vocera Edge .
  • The software as a service (SaaS) solution enables Vocera to extend its market reach, broaden physician use cases and adoption, and deepen EHR integrations to support patient-centric workflows.
  • Vocera Edge is the ideal CC&C solution for any clinic, hospital, or health system making investments in smartphone-centric communication to complement their EHR system, said Brent Lang, Chairman and CEO of Vocera.
  • Vocera and the Vocera logo are trademarks of Vocera Communications, Inc. registered in the United States and other jurisdictions.

Banty CEO Scott Wilson Discusses How to Set an Effective Virtual Meeting Agenda

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Telecommunications, Teleconferencing, Technology, Groupware, Assistive technology, Video, Smartphones, Videotelephony, Science and technology

TORONTO, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The biggest key to keeping a virtual meeting on-track is by devising an effective agenda ahead of time.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The biggest key to keeping a virtual meeting on-track is by devising an effective agenda ahead of time.
  • Since these meetings are online, hosts can make hefty video call commitments easier on staff by always having an effective agenda in place.
  • Scott Wilson , Co-Founder and CEO of video conferencing service Banty Inc. , hosts a ton of virtual meetings and recognizes the need to keep them properly organized.
  • Each day, the Banty team goes above and beyond to ensure the platform remains one of the most secure and innovative virtual meeting solutions in the world.