News Releases

New PeoplePulse Survey Reveals Opportunity for HR and Line Managers to Improve Manufacturing Performance PeopleSoft Research Shows HCM Can Link Employee Productivity to Manufacturing Output Targets - 2004-08-03

Low Turnover is Great Unless it’s Tiger Woods Who Quits Your Golf Team New Book by Author John Sullivan Rethinks How Businesses Attract and Retain Employees - 2004-08-03

NCHRA Human Resources Conference to Feature More Than 25 Concurrent Sessions The Northern California Human Resources Association (NCHRA) will hold its 2004 Annual Conference and Trade Show: The Golden State of HR, on September 13 and 14, at the Oakland Marriott City Center in downtown Oakland. - 2004-08-03

OMI’s New Web-Based Software Aligns Employee Performance with Corporate Strategies OrgMetrics 04 Standardizes Workforce Effectiveness Measurement TORONTO, ON – August 3, 2004 – Organization Metrics Inc. (OMI) announced OrgMetrics 04, the latest evolution of the OrgMetrics suite of HR management tools. These new parameter driven web-based tools revolutionize the way in which global organizations approach competency assessment, learning & development, performance management and succession planning. - 2004-08-03

PR Web and SEO-PR Announce 25 Search Engine Promotion Partners Search Engine Marketing Firms from Across North America to OfferTheir Clients Help Optimizing, Distributing, And Tracking News Releases - 2004-08-03

Search Engine Marketing Professional Organization (SEMPO) Commences Research on the Size and Impact of Current Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Market Comprehensive industry overview focuses on Pay for Performance (PFP), Pay per Click (PPC) market, Paid Inclusion (PI) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) sectors of fast-growing and complex marketing sector - 2004-08-03

“Paying to Play” on Search Engines Pays Off Big Expert says this is the most cost effective direct marketing method. - 2004-08-03

Hamburg-Based NetOFFICE Corporation makes move to improve and standardize the provisioning of Virtual Office Solutions. NetOFFICE Corporation purchases Seattle based Message Time Technology on Monday in an undisclosed cash deal. - 2004-08-03

Take Part of the Explosive Computer Graphics Revolution with “Shaders for Game Programmers and Artists” by Sebastien St-Laurent “Shaders for Game Programmers and Artists”, a first of its kind, is now available in online and stores worldwide. Many of the most anticipated games such as Doom 3 (ID Software), HALO 2 (Bungie) and Half-Life 2 (Valve), take advantage of new programmable Shader technology to create the most breathtaking computer graphics. This new books takes a head-on approach programmable shaders, allowing both developers and technically minded artists to take advantage of this new revolution. - 2004-08-03

Commercial Treadmill Reviews Online Reviews of nearly 40 different commercial treadmill models including a Best Buy section with the top 3 treadmill selections. Synopsis of each major manufacturer of commercial treadmills that includes strengths and weaknesses of each brand and each individual treadmill. - 2004-08-03

Monster Shark Tooth Found A massive 7 1/4 inch serrated shark tooth was found in a coastal river bed in South Carolina by fossil hunter Vito Bertucci. The fossilized tooth belongs to carcharodon Megalodon, a prehistoric 70-foot, 70,000 pound version of our modern-day Great White. To locate the tooth, and hundreds of smaller ones like it, Bertucci must battle Tiger and Bull sharks, alligators, cotton-mouth snakes, sea wasps (jelly fish) which can carry fatal stings...all in water that is usually pitch black, filled with strong currents. - 2004-08-03

THOR-Plex Increases Testosterone and Restores Youthful Libido and Stamina. World Image Naturals, Inc. announces THOR-Plex – a dietary supplement designed to naturally increase testosterone and provide a variety of other health benefits. - 2004-08-03

Niche Job Boards a Thorn in the Side of Mass Market Internet Job Sites As recruitment activity in the UK continues to soar and the market for top-talent tightens, niche job boards such as www.Top-Consultant.com are increasingly proving to be a thorn in the side of mass market job sites. - 2004-08-03

Man Bites Shark: Summer Thriller "Open Water" Inspires Award-Winning Cookbook Author and Chef to Skewer Shark As the hit Sundance movie "Open Water" chronicling the plight of a scuba-diving couple abandoned in shark-infested waters opens nationally this month, the thriller is likely to prompt the same terror of sharks seen upon the 1975 release of Steven Spielberg's "Jaws." However, award-winning cookbook author and chef Andrew Dornenburg asserts that it's possible to overcome a fear of sharks: by biting one first. - 2004-08-03

AmericasHomeShowcase.com Rolls Out National Real Estate Marketing Platform Dayton Ohio — August 3, 2004. Home buyers can now experience one stop shopping when searching for homes online. AmericasHomeShowcase.com, announced the release of its national real estate marketing platform. Offering marketing opportunities for properties for sale by real estate agents, private home owners, new home builders and bank owned properties as well as information about the buying and selling process by local real estate industry experts. The AmericasHomeShowcase.com platform is comprised of a network of state and local home showcase websites that offer free and enhanced advertising opportunities for parties selling real estate or involved in the real estate industry. - 2004-08-03

Universal Press Syndicate's "DIGITAL SLOB" Column Gains Newspaper Readers, Generates 'Net Buzz Worldwide Recent print clients for "Digital Slob," a weekly column distributed by Universal Press Syndicate, include The (Shreveport) Times, a 66,000 circulation Gannett daily in Louisiana, and the Honolulu Star-Bulletin, a 60,000 circulation afternoon daily in the Aloha State. - 2004-08-03

Portable Water Flavors Now Sweetened, Yet Still Carb-Free Try sweetened Flavors2Go, the concentrated fruit flavors that add excitement to water. The sugar-free, carb-free flavors make custom-flavored water wherever you go. - 2004-08-03

A Unique Approach to the Traditional “Home Sales Party” The newest form of home sales parties will debut live on the Internet on Monday, August 9, 2004. Healthy House Products will broadcast a live, interactive program from Atlanta, Georgia around the world via the Internet. - 2004-08-03

Check n Raise Poker.com Announces Their First Annual "Quarter-of-a-Million-Dollar Competition for Gold, Glory & Sweet, Sweet Cash" Check n Raise Poker.com announces their first annual "Quarter-of-a-Million-Dollar Competition for Gold, Glory & Sweet, Sweet Cash." Online poker players of all levels are invited to gather together, test their skill, sharpen their minds, and try to win cash, prizes and World Series of Poker entries. - 2004-08-03

Announcing the Launch of Middleware-jmsmessaging.org -- An Open Source Website Dedicated to the Advancement of Middleware and jms Messaging Technologies The newly launched www.middleware-jmsmessaging.org is an online resource dedicated to everything concerning middleware and jms messaging. Keep up to date on the latest middleware/jms messaging news, and articles. Enjoy a comprehensive tutorial section and browse through the Top 10 list of jms messaging open source projects. - 2004-08-03

Everything You Need to Know About Oil Introducing Oil: Anatomy of an Industry - a new straightforward guide to oil's influence on our daily lives - 2004-08-03

LinuxQuestions.org Adds a Linux Download Site LinuxQuestions.org is proud to announce a new addition to its network of sites - LQ ISO. The site offers an easy and effective solution for people trying to locate and download their desired Linux distributions by helping them find HTTP, FTP and BitTorrent downloads. - 2004-08-03

Scratched, Rusted, Dented, and Mangled Steel The metal wall sculptures of Aspen artist Mark Cesark will be on display at Magidson Fine Art Gallery, Aspen from August 13 to 24. Cesark is well known for his use of steel from discarded machines and vehicles. He cuts and joins them into wall sculptures emphasizing the natural patinas and textures as a painter would. What is most unusual is that Cesark does not alter or manipulate the aged and weathered surfaces. Most viewers are pleasantly surprised by the subtle beauty and painterly quality of these coarse materials. - 2004-08-03

Want Customer Loyalty? Get Clear on Your Corporate Values First Many organizations make the mistake of launching customer loyalty programs and CRM systems before they identify their values. Customer Care Coach JoAnna Brandi explains the benefits of knowing and living organizational values first – and gives tips for beginning the process of identifying and implementing them in corporate culture. - 2004-08-03

Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona, MD to Present Keynote at ABQAURP Patient Safety Conference ABQAURP (American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians) announces that Us Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona, MD to keynote the Patient Safety Conference – October 29 – 30th in Tampa, FL. - 2004-08-03

BlackElectorate.com Launches Investigative Series on Darfur, Sudan BlackElectorate.com hopes to help its readers arrive at the truth of the matter in Darfur, and to identify the basis for a lasting peace in the region and Sudan. - 2004-08-03

TeKay Designs Launches New Maternity Bridal Line TeKay Designs launches fashionable and affordable maternity wedding gowns to their original line of bridal maternity wear. The new wedding dresses are made of gorgeous laces, chiffons, organza, satins, beads and trims designed for pregnant brides who want to feel and look special. - 2004-08-03

Latin Beauties Beware RIPE chosen to headline the 4th annual Miss Latina USA Contest in North Carolina on Sept 4, 2004. - 2004-08-03

eCardica.com Unleashes the Only e-Card "Control Panel" on the Internet Designed to Save Users Valuable Time and Money eCardica.com today released the greeting card Control Panel, a powerful tool that keeps track of contacts, calendar, reminders, favorites, history, pictures, scrapbook, eScheduler and more! - 2004-08-03

FOR FREE: Both Republicans and Democrats can receive a FREE mini bumper sticker to show their support. SmartDecals.com (makers of fun t-shirts & decal stickers), through it's other sites GoBushCheney.com and GoKerryEdwards.com, is offering FREE political mini Bumper stickers. - 2004-08-03

Marilyn Monroe meets Jayne Mansfield reincarnated in sex kitten Andrea Cornett in Love Pollution Andrea Cornett revives and updates the Hollywood sex kitten in Love Pollution: A Tekno Popera - 2004-08-03

Jeff Toste “Runs” for the Rhode Island State Senate in District 5 Jeff Toste, one of Rhode Island’s most successful third-party candidates and an experienced community advocate, is running for the State Senate seat in District 5. In 2002 when he ran for the same office, he stunned RI career politicians by winning an unparalleled 23% of the vote. This year Toste is on track to become Rhode Island’s first Green State Senator. - 2004-08-03

SuperiorPromos.com helps company discover that promotional products build repeat business. SuperiorPromos.com uses its new and improved - 2004-08-03

Shawna Baca’s Film, Rose’s Garden Starring Tippi Hedren Won Big at LA TV Short Film Fest including Best Film and Best Actress Up and coming Latina filmmaker, Shawna Baca wins BEST FILM AND BEST ACTRESS-Tippi Hedren at the LA TV Short Film Festival. The film has been in seven festivals and won three awards. - 2004-08-03

Nanotech Website Chooses Phaze-9 to Promote Awareness of the Industry NanoBillboard.com, a nanotechnology news site committed to enhancing the speed, quality, and accessibility of nanotech-related information and contacts, has announced that it has formed an alliance partnership with public relations firm Phaze-9 Corporation. - 2004-08-03

IDX, Inc. today announced the introduction of its IDX Manager Pro for equipment dealers and brokers. IDX, Inc. introduces new IDX Manager Pro online inventory management application, specificly built for heavy equipment dealers and brokers. - 2004-08-03

Collins Associates Adds Four Experienced Property Casualty Brokers John B. Collins Associates today announced the addition of four property casualty reinsurance brokers to their Minneapolis office: David Moline, Senior Vice President; Mark Hagen, Vice President; Janna Hepper, Vice President; and Beth Briner, Assistant Vice President. All four were previously employed with Benfield Group. - 2004-08-03

Changing Mail - Change E-mail Even After It Has Been Read Changing Mail lets visitors send e-mail messages and change them after the message has been read. Senders can set it up so that each time the reader opens the e-mail it can say a different thing in sequence or randomly - or make the message change once a day. There are a variety of single message subscriptions such as an e-mail that tells you the current weather in your city each time you open it. - 2004-08-03

National Lease Funding Source Showcase Finalizes Agenda Estimated $1 billion in lease buy/sell investment resources - 2004-08-03

Texas Home Schooling Coalition State Convention 2004 State Homeschool Convention and Family Conference Set for August 12-14 at The Woodlands Texas Home Schooling Coalition’s 2004 Convention and Family Conference - 2004-08-03

Marseilles, Illinois based Vintage Yachting Company, releases V.Y.C. men's cologne and after-shave balm. New comer to the fine fragrance market, Vintage Yachting Company, releases 2 products. Cologne and After-Shave Balm, designed to appeal to men, age 35 to 65. - 2004-08-03

UPDATED INDUSTRY WHITEPAPER ON STAFF AND CONTRACT TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTORS: COSTS, COMPARISONS, AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING Industry luminary disseminates and lends truth to an often debated topic, outsourcing or staffing As education providers continue to struggle with their staffing requirements, one of the most important considerations is whether to outsource or staff up for their IT trainer needs. The Training Associates (TTA), the largest and oldest provider of IT trainers in North America, is proud to present the latest edition of the industry’s standard and highly acclaimed whitepaper on this vital subject. Written by TTA CEO and industry luminary, Mr. Vic Melfa, this complimentary whitepaper has been published and regularly updated since 1996. It has been presented by invitation at many public and private Information Technology (IT) training conferences and thousands of copies have been requested and distributed. - 2004-08-03

The Man Who Has Stumbled on What Women Really Want. What do women want? Information. Information about the men in their lives. Information such as what makes a man happy, what makes a man sad; why men get angry or crave success; why so many men become addicted to pornography, drugs, alcohol or even work; what men feel about death, money, success, sex or relationships. Women love this type of information and they cannot get enough of it. And that’s probably why as many women as men are buying Barry Durdant-Hollamby’s book The Male Agenda, a book that gives women insights into the private world of men. - 2004-08-03

ACCELL Posts Record Revenues & Subscribers ACCELL INC. a national prepaid cellular phone & network distributor announced today that it has reached record levels for revenues and subscribers. Annualized 2004 revenues now approximate $1.5 million compared with $284,889 in 2003. The subscriber base has grown 320%. Monthly subscriber revenues have increased to $31.05 from $24.75 per month. - 2004-08-03

ZIGGY TEAMS UP WITH SARAMAX- Classic Comic Character Gets Clothing Make-Over - Ziggy & Friends, Inc. is teaming up with prominent apparel manufacturer, SaraMax Apparel Group in a licensing agreement arranged by Moxie and Co., that will turn Ziggy into a fashion statement. - 2004-08-03

Virtual Assistants, the new wave of Global Office Support Central Ohio based Secretarial Service launches virtual assistant administrative business services for small businesses and professionals in Central Ohio and globally. - 2004-08-03

FastMaint CMMS - Maintenance software helps manufacturing plants reduce equipment downtime SMGlobal Inc. (http://www.smglobal.com) has released FastMaint CMMS version 4.2 a computerized maintenance management solution (CMMS) for small to mid-size industrial plants & facilities. Maintenance software can help with reducing plant downtime as well as meeting goals of improving operational performance, quality and cost savings. FastMaint CMMS requires Windows 98 or greater and is one of the few maintenance software packages to pass Microsoft’s certification tests. - 2004-08-03

Armchair Millionaire Community Bulletin: The Financial Advisors to Avoid Not all financial advisors are created equal. Be certain that you have the right person on your side--someone genuinely looking out for your best interests--before you commit to working with any advisor. - 2004-08-03

Real Estate in Northern Virginia Soars to New Heights! Real Estate in Northern Virgina soars to new heights! - 2004-08-03

Top 10 Medical Search Terms for July Tissue, transplant and test are top 3 searches at OmniMedicalSearch.com for July. - 2004-08-03

B & C PRODUCTS annouces the release of website and online catalog for Skin Tight Skin Care System and Janol Universal Hair Care System B & C Products announces the release of its website and online catalog for consumers to purchase the Skin Tight Skin Care System online. - 2004-08-03

OnDemand Software Unveils PC Migration System to Simplify and Empower Desktop Management - 2004-08-03

OnDemand’s Desktop Availability Suite Launches, Providing System Administrators with a Single Tool for MSI Packaging, Software Distribution, Inventory Management, Patch Management, PC Migration, License Compliance, Backup and Restore and Remote Client Reset OnDemand Software Extends Market Leadership with Easy to Use Integrated Desktop Management Suite No Add-On Modules or Connectors Required - 2004-08-03

OnDemand Software announces complete Asset Management and License Compliance System. Asset Management Systems should be much more than traditional static asset management reporting OnDemand Software Asset Management System seamlessly integrated in WinINSTALL 8.5 and Desktop Availability Suite - 2004-08-03

OnDemand Software announces complete Patch Management System including Vulnerability Assessment for Desktop, Server and Mobile Security System New OnDemand Software Patch Management System now available at no additional cost to current OnDemand WinINSTALL customers - 2004-08-03

Southwest Bodyworks launches New Website and New White Tea Skin Care Line. Tucson-based skin care company, Southwest Bodyworks, introduces chic new website and a fantastic new skin care line made from natural oils, extracts, and skin-loving essentials - 2004-08-03

Only ONE WAY to Hope Street --John Kerry For President, Follow Kerry and Edwards on the Road to Hope Street where "Help is on the Way". The First Lady in waiting Teresa Heinz Kerry, a Proud Opinionated Woman, others may wish to change her, whatever! an attitude that brings back the values of Women "Big American Gal's" Charles Dana Gibson would give the first Hoorah,Hoorah,Hoorah ! As John Kerry gave his brilliant acceptance speech before the American People the ground beneath the Republican Party began to shake midway within his address. Republicans called him a showboat, "Why did he choose Prime Time to deliver his speech?,Why wasn't it longer and can he deliver his promise that ,Hope and Help are on the Way, you bet he can " - 2004-08-03

Popular Underground Piracy News Website Draws Attention from Lawyers and Satellite Television providers NewCardNews.net is a website that provides members with an open discussion forum that covers current issues on audio, video and satellite piracy. What started out as a small underground site has now in under three months flourished into a very popular hot spot for thousands of pirates who visit on a daily basis. - 2004-08-03

Former Human Resources Professional, Linda Thomas, from Fort Wayne, Indiana, Announces that the New Technology that has Taken the Telecommunications Industry by Storm, VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) is Here! Linda Thomas, a successful Internet entrepreneur, chooses to go full time and build a million dollar business with VoIP and IBN (International Business Network). Linda is seeking industry leaders who want to team up with millionaire makers under a specialized and unique internet marketing system. - 2004-08-03

Calling All Art Collectors: Announcing "An Art Collector's Dream" CONTEST on eBay Versatile artist and author, O'Vivian, announces a contest that may be just opportunity many art lovers and art collectors have been searching for! - 2004-08-03

EmbanetOne Brings Together Array of Services To Enhance ROI of Online Programs EmbanetOneTM Consolidates Online Industry and Removes Confusion to Ensure Institutions Have Access to Full Array of Services Required for Successful Online Programs - 2004-08-03

Photographing Season's Change The acclaimed New Mexico Photography Field School presents a new weekend photography workshop, Photographing Season’s Change: A Three Day Autumn workshop, September 30 through October 3, 2004. - 2004-08-03

Rock Band makes Orange Alert New York, NY - Audio Fiction, a NYC based female fronted rock band, announces their upcoming release of their debut album, "Songs in the Key of Orange Alert" (title inspired by the NY terror alert status under which the songs were written). The timing couldn't have been more ironic, given that a new Orange Alert status has just been declared today. - 2004-08-03

Tradition Trumps High-Tech as Authentic Matchmaking Comes to the Mid-Atlantic Computerized dating services seem to be everywhere these days, hawking their databases in print and all over the internet. It's a dizzying and sometimes overwhelming high-tech approach to one of the most basic human needs: finding a mate. But now the Mid-Atlantic has an alternative for those who prefer a more human touch when it comes to their personal lives. - 2004-08-03

Newdow Under God Case Inspires Book Author Michael Newdow's Under God case inspired a 32 year old parent, Ken Clifton, to write a book detailing official religious quotes from all the Presidents and States of the United States of America. Concerned for a perceived censorship of religion in America, Mr. Clifton's book seeks to raise awareness of America's religious heritage. - 2004-08-03

ArtiFunk.com announces agreement to represent Dutch artist, Mark Raven, in North America. Artifunk Inc. announced agreement to represent Dutch artist, Mark Raven, in North America through their onine venue, http://www.artifunk.com. - 2004-08-03

A New Voice In Politics. Guaranteed Fresh. There's a new, dynamic and informative company that provides election information and political programming for the 18-34 demographic. The Political Channel is an outlet and amplifier for the authentic, non-partisan voice of Freedom of Speech. - 2004-08-02

UNLV School of Dental Medicine Implements MiPACS Dental Imaging Enterprise and Salud Dental Clinical Information System and Electronic Dental Record (EDR) - 2004-08-03

Heritage Partners to Acquire Package Services Division of R.R. Donnelley Logistics Acquisition will create full-service business-to-consumer delivery and supply chain solutions provider. - 2004-08-03

Heritage Partners to Acquire Package Services Division of R.R. Donnelley Logistics Acquisition will create full-service business-to-consumer delivery and supply chain solutions provider. - 2004-08-03