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The National Foundation to End Child Abuse and Neglect (EndCAN) is bringing a new approach to addressing the rising rates of child abuse and neglect in our country. EndCAN announced today its support of three disruptive research projects that focus on helping us better understand the public health, mental health and health impacts of child abuse and neglect.

Want to Leverage the power of contextual network performance visibility right away, without waiting for a traditional on-premise installation? Elevation's proprietary platform is now available on a subscription basis for DevOps customers, with a totally FREE starter option.

GoingOn Networks today announced that on March 27, 2012, in conjunction with the Sloan Consortium, it is hosting a free webinar led by Sarah Krznarich, Assistant Director of Student Engagement at ASU Online. The webinar, “Utilizing Social Technologies to Improve Faculty Communications and Collaboration,” will be at 2pm EDT and will explore how ASU is using modern online, social technologies to foster faculty engagement and resource sharing. The session will offer ASU’s lessons learned, established best practices and forward-looking strategies.

Typical OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) technologies are expensive and start with a pilot program on a few machines; the Scytec Saas model is totally different. The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.

One of the tools that ETO manufacturers need to stay ahead of the competition and keep operational costs low is workflow management. ETO manufacturers often have unique, complex business processes that help them differentiate their products or services from their competition. The ability to handle business processes in a predictable and timely fashion means people spend less time on non-value added activities and more time delivering quality products to customers.

Overall equipment effectiveness technologies are expensive and start with a pilot program on a few machines; the Scytec Saas model is totally different. At Westec, on Wednesday, March 28, 1:30 - 2:00pm, there is an important presentation: “Cloud Based Machine Utilization, Downtime and OEE Collected & Displayed Real-Time.” This critical event will reveal how real time OEE information can now be collected with no database or reporting servers to install.

To survive, ETO manufacturers required new strategies and found that by developing custom, one-of-a-kind products, the margins and differentiation was possible.

Real time configurable dashboard viewing of shop floor data with automatic updating is essential. The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.

Scheduling one-of-a-kind products and projects in engineer-to-order environments is quite different than scheduling for repetitive manufacturing. Production schedules are necessarily fluid in the ETO environment because the end-user customer is constantly making changes to the actual product.

Veritas Prep, a leading GMAT prep and graduate school admissions consulting provider, today announced that it is continuing its partnership with Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), a national nonprofit that develops African-American, Hispanic-American and Native American young people for leadership positions. The 2013 class of MLT Fellows will have the opportunity to get a first look at Veritas Prep’s new curriculum and take one of three free GMAT prep beta classes being made available in Los Angeles, New York and live online. Veritas Prep is also offering MLT Fellows a 50 percent discount off all other Veritas Prep GMAT prep courses.

The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.

Veritas Prep, a leading GMAT preparation and graduate school admissions consulting services provider, today announced that it is offering a free online seminar to help prospective MBA students effectively prepare for the next generation of the GMAT. The instructional webinar will give test takers strategies to succeed on the new Integrated Reasoning section, which is being added to the exam in June. The webinar will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at 6 p.m. PDT.

Mark Douglas recently joined Streamline Systems. Douglas explained why Streamline Systems is a good fit with his talents: “I have had the opportunity to evaluate and work with most of the North American Microsoft Dynamics AX Partners. My personal success and values have everything to do with embracing the customer’s needs to make them successful. The best way to accomplish this goal is to focus on their industry, know the software differentiators, and put in the years of consulting experience to provide true insight. I am experienced in the manufacturing industry and trained in ERP consulting. Streamline Systems is the only Dynamics AX Manufacturing Partner whose clients are all successful and satisfied with their support. I am enthusiastic about being part of this team.”

The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344.

Overall equipment effectiveness technologies are expensive and start with a pilot program on a few machines; the Scytec Saas model is totally different. At Westec, on Wednesday, March 28, 1:30 - 2:00pm, there is an important presentation: “Cloud Based Machine Utilization, Downtime and OEE Collected & Displayed Real-Time.” This critical event will reveal how real time OEE information can now be collected with no database or reporting servers to install.

Cyndi Crosby recently attended the Microsoft Dynamics AX Manufacturing Industry Summit and commented, “I am so impressed with the stellar reputation of Streamline within the Microsoft community and admire the Streamline corporate culture.” She looks forward to driving significant business growth in the Southeast Region.

ETO – Made in America. One of the headlines from an early February USA Today article reads “Manufacturing a star of an upbeat jobs report.” According to the article, factories added 49,000 jobs in January. “Higher demand is finally kicking in, particularly in emerging markets”, says economist Cliff Waldman of research group Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI. Productivity gains that let makers put off hiring last year amid economic uncertainty are wearing thin.

Historically men have dominated green jobs, yet a new report is trying to shift the tides. The report recently released by the Department of Labor, “Why Green Is Your Color: A Woman's Guide to a Sustainable Career,” highlights the fact that green jobs tend to be dominated by men, yet opportunities abound for women as well. It has been noticed as well by Ecotech Institute, the first and only college entirely focused on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability. In fact, the school held its first “Women in Renewable Energy” (WIRE) meeting on February 16 to bring together women at the campus to share ideas, help each other with classwork and empower one another as they embark on a green career.

Typical OEE (overall equipment effectiveness) technologies are expensive and start with a pilot program on a few machines; the Scytec Saas model is totally different. The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.

Bryant & Stratton College Online today announced that it is offering a free financial aid webinar for students seeking advice and information about how to request tax transcripts required for income verification after applying for the FAFSA. The webinar is titled “Financial Aid Tune Up Clinic” and will be held on four dates: March 12 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST, March 13 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. EST, April 2 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. EST and April 3 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. EST. Current students, prospective students and anyone with questions about obtaining tax forms for income verification are encouraged to attend the free webinar.

Real time configurable dashboard viewing of shop floor data with automatic updating is essential. The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.

ETO = Made in America. One of the headlines from an early February USA Today article reads “Manufacturing a star of an upbeat jobs report.” According to the article, factories added 49,000 jobs in January. “Higher demand is finally kicking in, particularly in emerging markets”, says economist Cliff Waldman of research group Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI. Productivity gains that let makers put off hiring last year amid economic uncertainty are wearing thin.

The Feb. 22nd, 2012 press release titled “TD Service Garners More Performance Recognition” contained inaccurate information pertaining to awards issued in 2011.

Summit Adult Day Care facilities highlighted the exceptional day spa services by Pause Wellness with unique massages for persons with dementia related diseases and for management of diabetes and incontinence.

Lighthouse Assisted Living Englewood announced that it is organizing special game days to encourage its residents experience very high quality of life, without compromising on assisted living care. Each home accommodates only eight residents to provide excellent care to the residents and fulfill their special preferences and needs. One game day is conducted with cards and words. Another game day consists of puzzles.

Real time configurable dashboard viewing of shop floor data with automatic updating is essential. DataXchange has a user configurable dashboard displaying a variety of information, all updating in real time. The views are configurable allowing the dashboard to be used for visual manufacturing on the shop floor, as well as a tool for management, maintenance, and quality departments.

The Scytec DataXchange Process Control System will be previewed on March 27 - 29, 2012 at Westec in the Shop Floor Automations Booth, #2344. This new data collection system has the ability to track multiple types of cycle time. Cycle time can be tracked from a hardware adapter and through MTConnect or Fanuc Focas. Reporting on metrics such as utilization and efficiency, Scytec runs both sets of cycle time and then compares data.