Network Solutions

Itron Celebrates Xcel Energy’s Deployment of 2 Millionth Distributed Intelligence-Enabled Meter

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The meters are a key component of Itron’s end-to-end Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and industrial IoT (IIoT) network solution.

Key Points: 
  • The meters are a key component of Itron’s end-to-end Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and industrial IoT (IIoT) network solution.
  • This deployment is a important step in Xcel Energy’s efforts to provide cleaner, safer and more reliable energy to nearly 3.7 million customers across eight states.
  • Itron's solution, including the DI-enabled smart meters, helps energy providers achieve their carbon reduction goals in multiple ways, including streamlining field operations and reducing truck rolls.
  • Xcel Energy uses smart meters to identify outages faster, improving outage response times and enhancing the ability to support customer outage notification and resolution.

Qorvis Names Seasoned Tech Communications Leader Al Black as Partner, Technology and Public Sector

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qorvis announces the appointment of Al Black to the position of Partner, Technology and Public Sector.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qorvis announces the appointment of Al Black to the position of Partner, Technology and Public Sector.
  • With Al Black, Qorvis expands its already formidable public sector and technology presence.
  • Black rejoined Qorvis in 2023 after working at the agency for over a decade, where he led accounts in sectors including technology, public sector, defense, healthcare, and education.
  • "With Al Black, Qorvis expands its already formidable public sector presence to guide technology companies and organizations through this rapidly growing and evolving terrain.

Itron and Coopesantos R.L. Make History in Central America with First Successful Completion of Advanced Metering Infrastructure Deployment in Costa Rica

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

The five-year project connected Itron’s distributed intelligence (DI)-enabled AMI solution with Coopesantos R.L.’s customer information system and more than 50,000 Itron smart electricity meters.

Key Points: 
  • The five-year project connected Itron’s distributed intelligence (DI)-enabled AMI solution with Coopesantos R.L.’s customer information system and more than 50,000 Itron smart electricity meters.
  • with grid edge intelligence, extending the visibility and control needed to advance its goal of optimizing and modernizing its electrical grid.
  • The full Itron AMI solution combines robust smart metering functionality and a DI platform that offers a new approach to managing electricity.
  • Benefits of the Itron AMI solution include:
    Power Outage Alerts: Costa Rica is prone to extreme weather events .

Orchest Technologies Names Jeremy Villalobos as New Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

WESTON, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Orchest Technologies ("Orchest"), the leading international provider of Network Solutions throughout Latin America, announced today it is naming Jeremy Villalobos as their new Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • WESTON, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Orchest Technologies ("Orchest"), the leading international provider of Network Solutions throughout Latin America, announced today it is naming Jeremy Villalobos as their new Chief Executive Officer.
  • From today and on, I will be Orchest's Chairman, delegating power and responsibility to Jeremy Villalobos as our new Chief Executive Officer.
  • All the best Jeremy, and never forget that I've got your back," said Justo Valladares Chairman of Orchest.
  • I'm deeply committed to remaining fully engaged in the day-to-day activities and will uphold a hands-on approach as CEO," said Jeremy Villalobos new CEO of Orchest.

CorVel Announces Revenues and Earnings

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Revenues for the quarter were $202 million, an increase from $179 million in the December quarter of 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Revenues for the quarter were $202 million, an increase from $179 million in the December quarter of 2022.
  • Earnings per share for the quarter were $0.99, compared to $0.96 in the same quarter of the prior year.
  • Revenues for the nine months ended December 31, 2023 were $588 million, compared to $533 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2022.
  • Earnings per share for the nine months ended December 31, 2023, were $3.27, compared to $2.73 for the same nine-month period in 2022.

BRS Media’s dotFM Releases Ranking of Top .FM Sites and Brands, .FM Top 100 Hits of 2023

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

The list features the Top 100 hits of the year, showcasing the most prominent .FM sites, brands and platforms rocking online and on air!

Key Points: 
  • The list features the Top 100 hits of the year, showcasing the most prominent .FM sites, brands and platforms rocking online and on air!
  • For the 12th consecutive year, dotFM has released its annual year-end ranking, titled "FM Top 100 Hits of 2023," spotlighting the leading sites and brands within the .FM Namespace for the preceding year.
  • Access the complete chart of the .FM Top 100 Hits of 2023 at: https://get.fm/2023top100
    “Although podcasting retained its dominance in 2023, the noteworthy expansion in diverse segments across various regions is particularly thrilling.
  • The innovation and originality demonstrated by dotFM clients serve as a constant source of inspiration.”
    Highlights from the 2023 ranking: In 2023, the Podcast Apps and Podcasters category maintained its rapid growth, with Anchor.fm (No.

Leviton Acquires PRISM DCS

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Monday, January 15, 2024

BOTHELL, Wash., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today announced that it acquired PRISM Data Centre Solutions (DCS) Limited, a leading manufacturer of network enclosures. Established in 1996, UK based PRISM DCS provides an unrivalled, service focused offering including consultation, design, manufacture and installation of 19" cabinets, hot and cold aisle containment, security caging to communications network and data centre applications.

Key Points: 
  • "PRISM DCS will continue as a separate entity, reporting into Leviton Network Solutions through our EMEA group headed by Ian Wilkie.
  • "This is a fantastic day for PRISM DCS, and everybody involved with the business," said Oliver Reynolds, who will continue to lead PRISM DCS as managing director.
  • Leviton Network Solutions EMEA managing director Ian Wilkie adds, "PRISM DCS is the latest acquisition made by Leviton in the past few years and is another example of the company's ambitions for the Network Solutions business."
  • For more information on PRISM DCS, please visit the website https://www.prismdcs.co.uk/ .

Leviton Acquires PRISM DCS

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 15, 2024

BOTHELL, Wash., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leviton today announced that it acquired PRISM Data Centre Solutions (DCS) Limited, a leading manufacturer of network enclosures. Established in 1996, UK based PRISM DCS provides an unrivalled, service focused offering including consultation, design, manufacture and installation of 19" cabinets, hot and cold aisle containment, security caging to communications network and data centre applications.

Key Points: 
  • "PRISM DCS will continue as a separate entity, reporting into Leviton Network Solutions through our EMEA group headed by Ian Wilkie.
  • "This is a fantastic day for PRISM DCS, and everybody involved with the business," said Oliver Reynolds, who will continue to lead PRISM DCS as managing director.
  • Leviton Network Solutions EMEA managing director Ian Wilkie adds, "PRISM DCS is the latest acquisition made by Leviton in the past few years and is another example of the company's ambitions for the Network Solutions business."
  • For more information on PRISM DCS, please visit the website https://www.prismdcs.co.uk/ .

Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel join Prevent Cancer Foundation board of directors

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Alexandria, Va., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® announces the election of Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel to the Foundation’s board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • Alexandria, Va., Dec. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® announces the election of Jonathon Nevett and Karen Thiel to the Foundation’s board of directors.
  • The Prevent Cancer Foundation is proud to welcome these accomplished individuals into their new roles.
  • Mr. Nevett is a cancer survivor and shared what he learned about early detection in a recent blog post for PIR.
  • “We’re thrilled to have Jon and Karen’s expertise as they join our dynamic board and staff to help us achieve better outcomes for all,” said Jody Hoyos, CEO of the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

Itron Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, announced today financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI), which is innovating the way utilities and cities manage energy and water, announced today financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
  • “Our quarter end cash balance of $255 million provides ample liquidity and flexibility as we continue to execute our strategic objectives.
  • Our investments in new solutions directly address these critical customer needs and are delivering returns as our third quarter results demonstrate.”
    Total third quarter revenue increased 33%, to $561 million.
  • Net cash provided by operating activities was $34 million in the third quarter compared with $15 million in the prior year.