HOBOKEN, N.J., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Health Recovery Solutions (HRS) has been awarded a national group purchasing agreement for Virtual Care with Premier, Inc. Effective Aug. 15, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for telehealth and RPM technologies.
For sixteen consecutive years, Premier has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies®. Premier is a leading healthcare improvement company, uniting an alliance of approximately 4,400 U.S. hospitals and 225,000 other providers to transform healthcare. With integrated data and analytics, collaboratives, supply chain solutions, consulting and other services, Premier enables better care and outcomes at a lower cost.
HRS, the four-time consecutive KLAS winner, stands at the forefront of telehealth and RPM healthcare technology, as the only single-source partner with rich data sets from more than a decade of building care management pathways. As Premier’s exclusive supplier for remote patient monitoring, HRS solidifies its position as the go-to RPM supplier for healthcare organizations aiming to launch or expand their RPM programs. This strategic collaboration emphasizes Premier’s dedication to endorsing the most esteemed and value-centric suppliers within its expansive network, thereby fortifying HRS’s pivotal role as a transformative force within the healthcare technology landscape.
CEO of HRS, Kimberly O’Loughlin, stated, “This collaboration marks an extraordinary milestone for HRS as we continue our mission to elevate patient care through groundbreaking technology. We are humbled by Premier’s recognition of our commitment to excellence and innovation. By combining Premier’s esteemed alliance with HRS’ remote patient monitoring solutions, we are excited to continue to expand the reach and impact of our solutions across the healthcare continuum for the betterment of our clients and their patients across the nation.”
About Health Recovery Solutions HRS is the leading healthcare technology company transforming quality care at home for the betterment of patients. We pair best-in-class clinical expertise, logistics, and analysis with the industry’s most advanced remote care technology platform. Our digital tools and proven experience enable clinical decision-making earlier in the patient journey which, ultimately, improves patient and provider satisfaction while reducing costs and administrative burden for clinicians, hospitals, payors, and other healthcare organizations. To learn more about Health Recovery Solutions, visit healthrecoverysolutions.com.
Bosch Volunteers and Donates Cordless Power Tools and Accessories to Support Habitat for Humanity’s Affordable Housing Mission
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Members of the Bosch Power Tools team from across the country came together at a Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County home site in Curiosity Creek in the Tampa, Florida area to install new windows and doors, supporting the project’s next wave of building. This volunteer event kicked off the brand’s partnership with the Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County team, reinforcing Bosch’s commitment to invest in the Tampa community. Using a selection of donated 18V cordless power tools and accessories, Bosch helped move the needle towards reaching Habitat for Humanity’s goal of building 25 new homes in the Tampa area by 2024.
Bosch Power Tools joined the Hillsborough Habitat team to volunteer time and donate a selection of 18V tools + accessories, to help the organization reach its goal of building 25 new homes in Curiosity Creek by 2024.
“The Bosch team was pleased to provide Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County with Bosch 18V cordless tools to not only help with this home build project, but also to help continue to build more affordable housing in the area,” said Teresa Sabatino, Director of Brand Marketing Power Tools North America.
In April, Bosch Power Tools began its community engagement efforts in the Tampa area, announcing partnerships with the local Tampa Bay Rays and Rowdies teams. Now, with the brand’s latest Hillsborough Habitat alliance, Bosch is continuing to build relationships with local trades workers, by making impactful investments to further development in the Tampa community.
“Our team at Hillsborough Habitat is pleased to welcome Bosch Power Tools into our family of partners, as we work together to extend homeownership opportunities for those who are underserved in our Tampa community,” said Tina Forcier, CEO at Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County. “From the generous cordless tool donation to the volunteer hours that the Bosch team provided, every bit helps to advance our mission of improving the housing conditions within our area. We look forward to using the new Bosch 18V tools to build 25 new strong, sturdy homes in the Curiosity Creek neighborhood in the months to come.”
Having established a presence in North America in 1906, today the Bosch Group employs nearly 37,000 associates in more than 100 locations in the region (as of Dec. 31, 2022). According to preliminary 2022 figures, Bosch generated consolidated sales of $15 billion in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. For more information visit www.bosch.us, www.bosch.ca and www.bosch.mx.
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 420,000 associates worldwide (as of Dec. 31, 2022). The company generated sales of $93.1 billion in 2022. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. As a leading IoT provider, Bosch offers innovative solutions for smart homes, Industry 4.0, and connected mobility. Bosch is pursuing a vision of mobility that is sustainable, safe, and exciting. It uses its expertise in sensor technology, software, and services, as well as its own IoT cloud, to offer its customers connected, cross-domain solutions from a single source. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to facilitate connected living with products and solutions that either contain artificial intelligence (AI) or have been developed or manufactured with its help. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life.” The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 440 subsidiary and regional companies in some 60 countries. Including sales and service partners, Bosch’s global manufacturing, engineering, and sales network covers nearly every country in the world. The basis for the company’s future growth is its innovative strength. At 128 locations across the globe, Bosch employs roughly 84,800 associates in research and development, of which more than 44,000 are software engineers. In North America, Bosch employs approximately 3,500 associates in research and development.
About Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County became an affiliate in 1987 and is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization founded and operated on Christian principles. Habitat Hillsborough is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally through constructing and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their housing conditions. In addition, they serve homeowners through their home preservation program.
Onebeat’s AI-driven platform empowers retailers to achieve resilient supply chain operations, maximize sell-through, and boost profitability.
TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Onebeat, a leading provider of AI-enabled supply chain solutions for retailers, announced that it had achieved Amazon Web Services (AWS) Retail Competency. This recognition highlights Onebeat’s dedication to assisting retailers in generating margins through operational excellence and expanding operations beyond the limits of human capabilities.
Onebeat’s achievement of AWS Retail Competency is a testament to its commitment to providing retailers with cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions. The company’s unique AI-driven platform helps retailers optimize in-season inventory levels, ensuring the correct inventory placement and allocation based on real-time demand fluctuations.
“As an AWS Retail Competency Partner, we’re committed to democratizing access to advanced solutions in a very complex environment,” saysViki Slavin, COO of Onebeat. “Our In season AI solution empowers retailers to optimize in-season sales, reduce slow-moving inventory, and execute optimal decisions on a daily basis. We help retailers of all sizes prosper with our solution. With Onebeat, the top-down vision aligns with bottom-up reality by synchronizing business operations to capitalize on daily market needs. We use AI to boost In-season sell-through and increase Margins.
Onebeat‘s solution stands on three fundamental pillars that shape inventory and merchandise planning: availability, assortment, and freshness. By aligning a store’s stock mix to sell products at full price, retailers can seize opportunities at the early stages of each season, promising impressive sell-through results.
“Onebeat’s recognition with the AWS Retail Competency underscores our dedication to the industry. This recognition from AWS is a testament to our technical expertise, commitment to high standards, and our proven success in the retail realm, says Shani Abramovich-Volkovitz, VP of Partnerships at Onebeat. “Our platform empowers retailers to make data-driven decisions, boosting profitability and streamlining operations.”
Onebeat’s innovative approach has already been trusted by over 180 retailers across 26 countries in various retail sectors, from fashion, footwear, liquor, consumer electronics, and more. Onebeat offers a complimentary assessment of your inventory health through the AWS Marketplace. This assessment allows you to understand the potential benefits that Onebeat can bring to your operations without disturbing your existing processes.
For more information about Onebeat and its innovative AI-driven solutions for retailers, visit- https://1beat.com/
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Expands RealTruck’s position as a leader in truck, Jeep® and Bronco® accessories
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — RealTruck, Inc., the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and an online destination for truck, Jeep® and off-road enthusiasts, has acquired IDDEA (Industria Diseñadora De Autopartes, S.A. De C.V.), which goes to market under the well-known Go Rhino brand. Known for setting the industry standard, Go Rhino holds 40 issued and pending patents for the innovative premium products it develops and manufactures for truck, Jeep and SUV owners. The acquisition strengthens RealTruck’s existing portfolio of brands spanning truck bed covers, truck bed liners, steps, floor liners, fender flares, vent visors and cargo management.
“We’re pleased to welcome the Go Rhino team to our family of leading aftermarket automotive accessories brands,” said RealTruck CEO Carl-Martin Lindahl. “We look forward to joining forces to expand RealTruck’s operations into Mexico with Go Rhino’s impressive product design, development and manufacturing teams.”
RealTruck, Inc., the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and an online destination for truck, Jeep® and off-road enthusiasts, has acquired IDDEA, which goes to market under the well-known Go Rhino brand.
“We are excited to partner with RealTruck to expand our products’ reach in support of their vision to scale the aftermarket accessory market through increasing consumer awareness,” said Manuel Alvarez, president of Go Rhino.
“We’re pleased to welcome the Go Rhino team to our family of leading aftermarket automotive accessories brands,” said RealTruck CEO Carl-Martin Lindahl. “We look forward to joining forces to expand RealTruck’s operations into Mexico with Go Rhino’s impressive product design, development and manufacturing teams. Go Rhino’s product lineup enhances RealTruck’s mission to inspire more people to accessorize their vehicles for their everyday needs, pursuit of the outdoors, and passion for personalization.”
Go Rhino’s most notable automotive accessories include side steps and running boards in nearly 20 styles, sports bars for modern trucks, hitch steps, bumpers, and products for public safety vehicles, as well as an extensive program of Bronco®-specific accessories. For over 40 years, the company’s products have been designed to deliver the perfect combination of fit, function and style.
“At Go Rhino, we’re passionate about providing the most innovative products so people can both pursue and express their lifestyle in a customized vehicle with top-quality products,” said Manuel Alvarez, president of Go Rhino. “We are excited to partner with RealTruck to expand our products’ reach in support of their vision to scale the aftermarket accessory market through increasing consumer awareness.”
Alvarez has owned and managed the business based in Mexico for several decades. He will continue to lead RealTruck’s operations in Mexico and will play a key role in RealTruck’s product supply leadership team.
About RealTruck RealTruck, Inc. is the premier vertically integrated truck, Jeep® and off-road parts and accessories company in North America and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. with over 5,000 employees and 35 locations across North America. Realtruck.com is the ultimate source and digital destination for those who love and live a real-truck lifestyle. Fueled by its customer-first mindset, RealTruck, Inc. continuously designs, develops, manufactures and sells industry-defining products with more than 570 patents and growing. RealTruck Inc.’s product offering is a leader in each of its primary categories. Its extensive omni-channel approach allows RealTruck, Inc. to serve customers wherever they’re searching, researching and shopping for products online at RealTruck.com or through the RealTruck, Inc. sales channel, which includes more than 12,000 dealer locations and automotive (OEM) partnerships. RealTruck, Inc. is engineered to deliver a seamless consumer experience from idea to installation. For more information, visit realtruck.com.
New Senior VP & Chief Development Officer has 30+ Years of Experience Driving Growth & Innovation in the Legal Services Field
NEW YORK, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The American Arbitration Association (AAA®), the global leader in arbitration and mediation services and data analytics, announces that Steve Errick will join the organization and its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution® (ICDR®), as Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer.
In his new role, Mr. Errick will guide various strategic initiatives, develop services and products, and oversee the AAA’s marketing efforts. His work will have a specific focus on projects related to the impact that changing technology and artificial intelligence (AI) will have on alternative dispute resolution, including alliances, joint ventures, and strategic mission-driven acquisitions.
“Steve’s leadership, relationships, and expertise in the legal market generally and the legal tech market specifically will fast-track our strategy implementation,” said Bridget M. McCormack, President and CEO of the American Arbitration Association. “Steve puts innovative ideas into service and drives growth.”
Mr. Errick was most recently Chief Global Content Officer at vLex in Washington D.C., where he led global content teams, managed service partners, and led the Fastcase and vLex data and content integration efforts. Previously, he was Chief Operating Officer at Fastcase, Inc., where he successfully launched a number of publications and product lines, resulting in substantial revenue growth. At LexisNexis, Steve oversaw the Legal Research Information Division as Vice President and Managing Director, where he led the development of a large portfolio of legal research tools. He also held executive positions at Wolters Kluwer and Thomson Reuters. Steve previously served as a member of the AAA’s Board of Directors.
“I was honored to serve on the AAA’s Board, and to watch the AAA’s new President and CEO, Bridget McCormack, carry forward the AAA’s mission by embracing innovation and transformation,” said Steve Errick, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer at the American Arbitration Association. “I’m now thrilled to actually be a part of the AAA’s team where I can support the unfolding innovations underway and be a part of the transformation and change occurring across the entire legal services field.”
About the American Arbitration Association The not-for-profit American Arbitration Association (AAA) is the leading provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services for parties in commercial disputes, having administered more than seven million ADR cases since its founding in 1926. With 29 offices in the United States, in addition to Singapore, the AAA provides organizations of all sizes in virtually every industry with ADR services and products. For more information, visit www.adr.org.
About the International Centre for Dispute Resolution The International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) is the international division of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the largest international provider of dispute resolution services. Established in 1996, the ICDR serves parties from over 100 countries with multilingual staff experienced in international dispute resolution proceedings, and a roster of over 725 arbitrators and mediators. For more information, visit www.icdr.org.
National management consulting firm CGO to serve as Chair of nonprofit association improving government through technology.
HOUSTON, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Safal Partners, a national management consulting firm focused on serving public sector clients, announced today that its Chief Growth Officer, Malcolm L. Harden, has been named Chair of The American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC). Harden will serve as Chair through June 2025 leading the organization’s efforts to support improved delivery of government services and operational performance through technology.
“Safal is thrilled to have Malcolm leading the IAC Executive Committee’s work,” said Mukta Pandit, President and Founder of Safal Partners. “We share ACT-IAC’s values of collaboration with government and partnering with the public sector to generate positive mission outcomes. I fully support his leadership in advancing ACT-IAC’s work to deliver excellent programs and products.”
ACT-IAC is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational organization established to improve government through the effective and innovative application of technology. The top venue for industry and government collaboration, it provides an objective, trusted and ethical forum for communication, collaboration and learning. Established by OMB and GSA nearly 45 years ago, it is the premier public-private partnership in the government technology community and has been recognized by government as ‘an example of how government and industry can work together.'”
“I am honored to help drive such a distinguished organization, and grateful for the ability to work with an energized and skilled Executive Committee, as well as the continued expertise of our Immediate Past Chair and Executive Vice Chair,” said Harden. “I am committed to the ACT-IAC core values of collaboration, leadership, and education. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with our government for the benefit of the country motivates and inspires me. I look forward to collaborating with and learning from our member companies as we work to constantly improve efforts to drive better government mission outcomes.”
About Safal Partners
Safal is a nationally recognized management consulting firm, revolutionizing public sector programs and services to catalyze positive societal change at scale. This high-powered small business brings a combination of specialized data analytics skills, data visualization tooling and low-code platform development to public sector clients in the pursuit of “Safal“: Good Outcomes. For more information, please visit safalpartners.com.
About American Council for Technology-Industry Advisory Council
The American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) is a non-profit educational organization established to improve government’s service delivery and operational performance through the effective and innovative application of technology. ACT-IAC provides a unique, objective and trusted collaborative forum where government and industry executives are working as partners to address critical issues, apply best practices and pioneer innovative solutions. ACT-IAC also provides high-quality learning and educational opportunities to improve the knowledge and expertise of the government workforce – both public and private. Further information about ACT-IAC can be found at www.actiac.org.
