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NVIDIA Announces Project GR00T Foundation Model for Humanoid Robots and Major Isaac Robotics Platform Update

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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SAN JOSE, Calif., March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTC -- NVIDIA today announced Project GR00T, a general-purpose foundation model for humanoid robots, designed to further its work driving breakthroughs in robotics and embodied AI.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTC -- NVIDIA today announced Project GR00T, a general-purpose foundation model for humanoid robots, designed to further its work driving breakthroughs in robotics and embodied AI.
  • “Building foundation models for general humanoid robots is one of the most exciting problems to solve in AI today,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA.
  • NVIDIA also announced Isaac Manipulator and Isaac Perceptor — a collection of robotics pretrained models, libraries and reference hardware.
  • Among early ecosystem partners are Yaskawa, Universal Robots, a Teradyne company, PickNik Robotics, Solomon, READY Robotics and Franka Robotics.

ArcBest Helps Bridge the Gap Between Robotics and Logistics Using NVIDIA Technology

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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ArcBest is bringing the NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor platform for AMRs — cutting-edge machine vision technology — to its newly launched Vaux Smart Autonomy ™ autonomous forklifts and reach trucks.

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  • ArcBest is bringing the NVIDIA Isaac Perceptor platform for AMRs — cutting-edge machine vision technology — to its newly launched Vaux Smart Autonomy ™ autonomous forklifts and reach trucks.
  • “Innovation is critical to our long-term growth strategy and our customers’ success,” said Judy R. McReynolds, ArcBest chairman, president and CEO.
  • Customers across industries need logistics providers to develop innovations to solve their most pressing challenges — now and in the future.
  • Customers have expressed a need for greater efficiency and improved safety,” said Michael Newcity, chief innovation officer of ArcBest and president of ArcBest Technologies.

ArcBest Launches Vaux Smart Autonomy™ to Unlock Supply Chain Efficiencies

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), an integrated logistics company, today announced the next step in its first-of-its-kind Vaux suite: Vaux Smart Autonomy.

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  • ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), an integrated logistics company, today announced the next step in its first-of-its-kind Vaux suite: Vaux Smart Autonomy.
  • Vaux Smart Autonomy will revolutionize material handling for customers, helping to optimize and unlock greater efficiencies in their warehouses, distribution centers and the overall supply chain.”
    ArcBest is customer-focused and has a long track record of providing solutions that meet customers’ evolving needs.
  • Vaux Smart Autonomy creates smarter, safer and more efficient material handling processes in warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities.
  • While the Vaux Freight Movement System and Vaux Smart Autonomy can operate independently, when used together they offer synergies that make supply chains even more efficient.

ArcBest Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, today reported fourth quarter 2023 revenue from continuing operations of $1.1 billion, compared to $1.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, today reported fourth quarter 2023 revenue from continuing operations of $1.1 billion, compared to $1.2 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • “2023 was a milestone year for ArcBest as we celebrated our 100-year anniversary and again delivered solid financial results,” said Judy R. McReynolds, ArcBest chairman, president and CEO.
  • Cost control actions, initiated in the third quarter of 2023 also positively contributed to the fourth quarter Asset-Based operating ratio.
  • ArcBest will host a conference call with company executives to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.

Envision Healthcare Appoints Full Board of Directors to Support Next Chapter of Growth

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Envision Healthcare, a leading national medical group, announced today the full appointment of its board of directors.

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  • Envision Healthcare, a leading national medical group, announced today the full appointment of its board of directors.
  • As Envision enters this next chapter, it remains focused on serving as a trusted provider of quality patient care and improving the health of communities.
  • Five directors join Steve Nelson and Henry Howe, who were recently appointed Chair of the Board of Directors, and Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Envision and Board Director, respectively, to complete the seven-member team.
  • “It is an honor to have such a talented and experienced group of healthcare leaders join our board,” Nelson said.

ArcBest Named a 2024 FreightTech 25 Most Innovative Company

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, announced today that the company has been named to the prestigious 2024 FreightTech 25 , ranking No.

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  • ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, announced today that the company has been named to the prestigious 2024 FreightTech 25 , ranking No.
  • “ArcBest’s innovative spirit is a strong part of our company’s culture, and we aren’t afraid to disrupt ourselves and our industry,” said Judy R. McReynolds, ArcBest chairman, president and CEO.
  • FreightWaves revealed the winners of the 2024 FreightTech 25 on the final day of the F3: Future of Freight Festival held November 9, 2023, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
  • Nominations were narrowed down from the FreightTech 100, announced in September 2023, and then voted on by a peer group of CEOs, industry leaders and investors to select the FreightTech 25.

Forge Institute's Commitment to Military Veterans Earns National Recognition from the U.S Department of Labor

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forge Institute, a leading national provider of cybersecurity training and workforce development solutions, has been recognized with the prestigious 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the U.S. Department of Labor. This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.

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  • This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.
  • Forge Institute has been recognized with the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the US Dept.
  • By meeting the rigorous criteria for the Platinum Medallion Award, Forge Institute has demonstrated its unwavering support for veterans and their unique skills and experiences.
  • "This recognition affirms our unwavering commitment to empowering veterans to thrive in the civilian workforce."

ArcBest Announces Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, today reported third quarter 2023 revenue from continuing operations of $1.1 billion, compared to $1.3 billion in the third quarter of 2022.

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  • ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB), a leader in supply chain logistics, today reported third quarter 2023 revenue from continuing operations of $1.1 billion, compared to $1.3 billion in the third quarter of 2022.
  • ArcBest’s third quarter 2023 results were impacted by $30.2 million of noncash lease impairment charges with no comparable charges in the prior-year period.
  • Asset-Light financial results previously included the ArcBest segment and FleetNet, which was sold on February 28, 2023.
  • ArcBest will host a conference call with company executives to discuss the third quarter 2023 results.

ArcBest and the Fort Smith Symphony to Host Free Community Concert Celebrating 100 Years of Business and Musical Excellence

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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The concert will take place on the front lawn of ArcBest’s headquarters located at 8401 McClure Drive in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

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  • The concert will take place on the front lawn of ArcBest’s headquarters located at 8401 McClure Drive in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
  • Doors will open at 4:00 p.m., and the concert begins at 5:00 p.m. — attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair.
  • “Since 1923, ArcBest and the Fort Smith Symphony have been pillars in Fort Smith and the surrounding communities.
  • In addition to the concert, the event will include free snow cones, food for purchase and special 100th year anniversary giveaways.

PayrollOrg to Provide Transformational Payroll Leadership Training at the Payroll Leaders Conference September 17 - 20

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Sunday, September 17, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Sept. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PayrollOrg (PAYO) will provide next-generation training to leaders and future leaders in payroll at its Payroll Leaders Conference (PLC), being held in person from September 17 – 20 in Las Vegas, NV.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Sept. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PayrollOrg (PAYO) will provide next-generation training to leaders and future leaders in payroll at its Payroll Leaders Conference (PLC), being held in person from September 17 – 20 in Las Vegas, NV.
  • "The Payroll Leaders Conference trains current and aspiring leaders in payroll on new leadership competencies, providing fresh perspectives to lead successful teams in an increasingly dynamic world," said Dan Maddux, executive director of PAYO.
  • The Payroll Prism awards recognize payroll departments that exhibit best practices in management, processes, technology, and overall best practices.
  • Attendees at PLC will attend one of four transformational certificate programs:
    The Payroll Leaders Conference is being hosted at MEET Las Vegas in downtown Las Vegas.