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New Hires Expand Zappix Management Team

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Boston, MA (PRWEB) March 20, 2013

Today, Zappix, the Mobile Portal and Customer Service App company, announced the hiring of two key executives for its expanding U.S. Management Team. Shay Artzi, Ph.D joins Zappix as CTO (Chief Technical Officer) and Gal Steinberg as the new Vice President of Marketing. “For any emerging business to succeed, the recruitment of top talent is essential,” said Avner Schneur, the President and CEO of Kormeli, LLC, a Boston-based investment group that provides Zappix funding. “Dr. Artzi and Mr. Steinberg each bring a rich background of innovation, professionalism and experience to their respective positions. With these critical Technical and Marketing executives now in place, Zappix is poised to launch plans for rapidly achieving market penetration throughout the U.S.”

Prior to joining Zappix, Dr. Shay Artzi served as a Senior Software Engineer for IBM. There, he was a key member of a software group leading the assimilation of social analytics research into IBM products. “I’m very excited about my new role as CTO for Zappix,” said Dr. Artzi, who received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). “The Zappix mobile portal and customer service application platform holds great potential for both technology breakthroughs and wide user acceptance. This is an extraordinary opportunity for me to help define and impact the development of this promising Mobile Portal and Customer Service Solution.” Additional credentials for Dr. Artzi include Research at IBM’s T.J. Watson Research Center, Software Team Leader for Rafael, Ltd., M.S./B.S. Computer Science degrees from the Technion (Israel Institute of Technology), the publication of numerous professional papers/articles and the securing of patents related to improving software quality.

“It’s great being a part of Zappix,” affirmed Gal Steinberg, the company’s new VP of Marketing. “What makes the Zappix application stand apart is the great user experience that bridges traditional phone calls and mobile visual menus. There’s a real need for a visual channel between consumers and enterprises, and Zappix fulfills it.” Mr. Steinberg is a proven expert when it comes to bringing software and mobile application products to market. As Vice President of Product and Marketing for ooVoo, he created an award-winning video chat app that is currently used by 40 million users. Before coming to Zappix, as Senior Director of Product Marketing for Lionbridge Technologies, Mr. Steinberg formed enterprise crowd sourcing solutions and strategic partnerships with the companies, LivePerson and Acquisio. He also served on the launch team for a statistical machine translation enterprise solution in partnership with IBM Research.

The Zappix app is available for download from the app store – Zappix for iPhone and Google Play – Zappix for Android or from the Zappix website.

More About Zappix

Zappix is already a popular application in Israel. Since 2011, the service has grown rapidly to support hundreds of companies that now deliver a streamlined way to reach customer service to over 150,000 Zappix users. The continually expanding list of Zappix-supported organizations includes insurance companies, banks, mobile service providers, retailers and government agencies. Zappix recently opened its U.S.Headquarters office in Burlington, MA. For more information about Zappix, contact Gal Steinberg, Vice President of Marketing at ZappixPR(at)zappix(dot)com, or visit Zappix on the web at Zappix.com.

About Kormeli LLC

Kormeli LLC, founded by Avner Schneur, is an investment group dedicated to funding, assisting and guiding early-stage technology entrepreneurs and enterprises. Comprised of experienced, all-CEO investors from other successful companies, Kormeli draws on this wealth of experience to establish a thoughtful path to solid business success. Kormeli focuses on building long-term relationships and providing deep, differentiated value at each stage of a company’s life cycle. With a strong background in developing and running successful businesses, Kormeli brings deep strategic and operational expertise to its investment companies. For more information, go to: kormeli.com.







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Maranello, Italy (PRWEB) November 19, 2013

Hospital Sírio-Libanês started a pioneering project for full automation of its central pharmacy, which is planned to go-live by mid 2014. Its aim is to ensure the current levels of security and workflow efficiency in medication administration, while doubling the institution’s capacity by 2016.

For the project execution, Hospital Sírio-Libanês entered an agreement with Swisslog Healthcare Solutions, leader in the development of integrated solutions for hospital automation.

“This is the first agreement for automated medication management systems signed in Latin America, an area that Swisslog is looking at with great interest. Our automated solutions contribute tangible benefits to healthcare providers in Latin America, and in Brazil in particular,” says Pieter Feenstra, Executive Vice President of Swisslog Healthcare Solutions. “Swisslog is partnering with leading healthcare institutions worldwide and we are happy to count one of the primary Latin America institutions among our customers,” Feenstra concludes.

The agreement covers high-technology systems in two complementary devices: the PillPick Automated Packaging and Dispensing System, which automatically dispenses patient-specific therapies in unit doses, and the BoxPicker Automated Pharmacy Storage System, which provides secure storage and retrieval of original manufacturer packages. The combination of these two automated systems will allow the hospital to manage and trace its entire drug formulary.

“This project is very important to ensure the success of our hospital expansion, so we are able to maintain our patients’ security in an area that is as critical as the use of medications. The new system will support the elimination of waste, cost reduction and optimization of our pharmacy and nursing teams’ work,” says Dr. Gonzalo Vecina Neto, Corporate superintendent at Hospital Sírio-Libanês.

The PillPick and BoxPicker Software will be integrated into the hospital’s existing prescription system, which is expected to result in a reduction of approximately 90% of the manual medication management in the pharmacy, while expanding the process control and traceability. To ensure the project’s success, a multi-disciplinary team made up of pharmacists, supply managers, nurses, IT specialists, HSL engineers and architects will be in charge of implementing the solution in partnership with Swisslog.

The civil works for adjustment of the physical space for the new pharmacy, whose area will be enlarged by 25%, has already been projected in the design for modernization and expansion of the Bela Vista unit of Hospital Sírio-Libanês through investments of over R$ 1 billion in the period between 2009 and 2014.

About Hospital Sírio-Libanês

The Sírio-Libanês Hospital is a philanthropic institution whose mission is to be a Center of Medical Excellence, focusing on Actions in the Healthcare, Teaching and Research areas. Occupying an area of 99,989 m², and with 4,919 collaborators and approximately 3,621 doctors – the Sírio-Libanês Hospital has the capacity to carry out more than 50 surgical procedures per day, around 1,200 types of diagnostic examinations and has beds for 372 people. For more information on Hospital Sírio-Libanês, visit http://www.hospitalsiriolibanes.org.br.

About Swisslog

Swisslog designs, develops, and delivers efficient automation for forward-thinking hospitals, warehouses, and distribution centers. We offer integrated solutions from a single source – from consulting services to design, implementation and lifetime customer service.

Headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, Swisslog has 2200 employees in 20 countries worldwide, supporting customers in more than 50 countries. The group’s parent company, Swisslog Holding AG, is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (security number: 1232462, Telekurs: SLOG, Reuters: SLOG.S). For more information on Swisslog solutions for hospital automation, visit http://www.swisslog.com/healthcare

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Seattle, Washington (PRWEB) March 29, 2013

Lean Kanban North America 2013, part of the global conference series of the largest, highest quality Kanban events in the world, announces the final lineup of speakers for its management conference taking place April 28-May 2 in Chicago.

Organized by Lean-Kanban University (LKU), Lean Kanban North America is an international gathering of professionals who realize the value of Lean thinking. This year’s conference features the next wave of ideas on measurement, psychology of change, Kanban at scale, risk management, and core foundations of Kanban.

The event is for managers, developers, and change agents who value smart thinking, voracious learning, and constant improvement in the workplace. Attendees will meet and mingle with thought leaders, worldwide experts and Brickell Key Award winners who are the most-respected Lean and Kanban experts all sharing their knowledge under one roof.

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Lean Kanban North America will feature nine renowned authors on the Main Stage, plus more than 40 invited speakers on six tracks that include Economics & Risk; Kanban at Scale; Kanban Foundations; Psychology & Sociology; Simulation, Games & Measurement; and The Change Agent.

In addition to the main program, LKNA13 authors, speakers and thought leaders will lead full-day Lean Tutorials – one-day or two-day interactive classes designed to provide participants with practical, hands-on knowledge they can use right away on Lean projects.

Attendees will also enjoy an additional 18 presenters with LKNA’s exciting and unique crowd-sourced Ignite talks that will drive the Lean Kanban conversation forward.

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The Lean Kanban North America conference brings together professionals from around the world who realize the value of Lean thinking. This is the event for technology managers, business leaders, and change agents who want to build quality, predictable delivery, and a culture of continuous improvement into their organizations. The new Lean-Kanban North America conference continues the conversation started at our landmark conferences in Miami (2009), Atlanta (2010), Long Beach (2011), and Boston (2012). For more information and to register, please visit lkna.leankanban.com. You can also join the Lean Kanban North America discussion on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Systemates Inc. Presents on the Pros of a Project Management Solution When Utilizing Integrated Project Delivery

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Richardson, TX (PRWEB) November 14, 2013

Mike Zamora, Sr. Solutions Architect, of Systemates Inc., recently presented at the Construction Management Association of America National Conference. Construction managers across the country gathered at the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 27-29 for the CMAA National Conference and Trade Show. Zamora’s speech focused on the importance of having a collaborative construction project management solution when utilizing Integrated Project Delivery methodology.

One of the main topics of conversation was around selecting and implementing project management software early in the process instead of relying on an external solution your architect or contractor may already have in place. By finding and implementing a project management solution early on, owners can avoid the unnecessary finger pointing and operate from one version of the truth. Essentially, this will provide owners with views of the bigger picture and allow for more informed decision making.

Integrated Project Delivery is designed for team building and collaboration early on in the project. Its goal is to unite the team in an environment that is efficient and allows for a more successful project. The same can be said for a project management solution. When a PM solution is selected earlier on in the life of a project, the more successful the project will be.

Zamora will also present this speech at the CMAA North Texas Chapter meeting later this year.

About CMAA

The Construction Management Association of America, formed in 1982, is North America’s only organization dedicated exclusively to the interests of professional Construction and Program Management. Current membership is more than 10,000, including individual CM/PM practitioners, corporate members, and construction owners in both public and private sectors, along with academic and associate members. CMAA presents two national gatherings annually: The Owners Leadership Forum in the spring and the National Conference & Trade Show in the fall. Professional Development programs, including instructor-led courses, self-paced online programs and webinars, are offered throughout the year. To learn more, visit http://www.cmaanet.org.

About Systemates, Inc.

Founded in 1995 by leading architects and software engineers, Systemates developed Projectmates to equip owners and owner’s representatives with a secure, sophisticated Web-based construction management software solution. Projectmates’ collaborative platform dramatically improves project execution and cuts costs and delays, increases accountability and reduces risks. With its cutting edge technology, Projectmates creates one seamless platform for managing the complete lifecycle of a building, from planning, bidding, and building to maintaining the facilities. Over 25,000 users from organizations such as Retailers, Real Estate developers, Educational and Government agencies rely on Projectmates to manage billions of dollars in capital construction programs. Systemates is privately held and headquartered in Dallas. To learn more about Projectmates by Systemates, visit http://www.projectmates.com or follow us at http://www.facebook.com/Projectmates.







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