27, Jun 2024
Cognite Recognized as 2024 Microsoft Energy and Resources Partner of the Year
Oslo, Norway & Austin, Texas, United States
Cognite, the globally recognized authority in Data and AI for industry, today announced it has won the Energy and Resources 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year Award. This is the third year in a row Microsoft has recognized Cognite as a global leader for its ability to deliver meaningful, scalable industrial transformation through its core Industrial DataOps platform, Cognite Data Fusion®️.
Cognite wins Microsoft Partner of the Year Award in Energy and Resources (Graphic: Business Wire)
Cognite wins Microsoft Partner of the Year Award in Energy and Resources (Graphic: Business Wire)
Cognite offers a unique combination of industry-tailored AI product capabilities, specialized industrial domain knowledge, and industrial generative AI delivery expertise. The company’s latest strategic offering, Cognite Atlas AI, is a low-code industrial agent builder that enables industrial organizations to use generative AI to carry out more complex operations with greater accuracy, including workflow automation and decision-making support. This accelerates efficiencies that can generate tens of millions of dollars in business impact.
Cognite was honored among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions based on Microsoft technology.
“It is a great honor to be recognized as the Energy and Resources Partner of the Year. This award is a testament to the great work of our customers and associates and our strong relationship with Microsoft,” said Girish Rishi, CEO of Cognite. “Cognite continues to lead the charge in global Industrial DataOps, enabling Energy and Resources companies to leverage AI for a transformative digital journey. Cognite Data Fusion®️ is built for industry, incorporating decades of domain expertise into its software. Leveraging Azure services to offer generative AI functionality, customers benefit from simple access to complex industrial data and digital twin capabilities, increasing the efficiency of energy workflows by 10x. Our partnership will continue to drive innovation for a sustainable future.”
The Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards recognize Microsoft partners that have developed and delivered outstanding Microsoft Cloud applications, services, devices, and AI innovation during the past year. Awards were classified into various categories, with honorees chosen from more than 4,700 nominations from more than 100 countries. Cognite was recognized for providing outstanding solutions and services in Energy and Resources.
“Congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2024 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards!” said Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft. “The momentum generated by numerous AI & Copilot announcements this year fueled innovation from our partners, enabling groundbreaking services and solutions to customers. I am inspired by the capability and creativity in our partner ecosystem and this year’s winners beautifully demonstrate the best of what’s possible with AI and the Microsoft Cloud.”
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27, Jun 2024
Kakaku.com: Launch of Japan’s Largest Restaurant Reservation Service for Overseas Visitors
TOKYO, Japan
Online reservations at over 35,000*1 restaurants available in English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and Korean
Tabelog*2, one of Japan’s largest restaurant search and reservation sites, has launched an online reservation service for visitors to Japan, which supports English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and Korean. With reservations available at over 35,000 restaurants, it is the largest service of its kind in Japan.
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Reservation Flow (Graphic: Business Wire)
Reservation Flow (Graphic: Business Wire)
*1As of June 26, 2024, based on internal research. Largest restaurant reservation service (instant reservations) for visitors to Japan
*2Tabelog is operated by Kakaku.com, Inc. one of Japan’s leading Internet companies.
Tabelog’s online reservation service for overseas visitors
To offer a more convenient way to find and reserve restaurants for the growing number of visitors to Japan, we have launched an online restaurant reservation service where reservations can be made in English, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), and Korean.
*According to the Japan National Tourism Organization, the number of visitors to Japan is expected to exceed 3 million in May 2024 (up 60% from the previous year).
Features of Tabelog’s service are as follows:
Search for restaurants in Japan by specifying a location, cuisine, budget, and the date and time you want to make a reservation.
Select a restaurant based on detailed information about the restaurant, including menu, photos, and reviews posted by Japanese users.
Check reservation availability using the calendar function and make online reservations directly on Tabelog.
*Online reservations are currently only available for set menus and require credit card registration. In addition, there is a system usage fee of 440 yen (incl. tax) per person per reservation.
“Japan is currently the destination of choice for travelers from around the world, and many of them want to experience Japan’s food culture. However, there is still a shortage of restaurants equipped to communicate with and take reservations from overseas visitors leading to a situation where only a handful of well-known restaurants are attracting visitors to Japan,” said Taku Kounoike, Head of Tabelog. “As a Japanese gourmet media, we want to support travelers in experiencing the deeper charm of Japan, by showcasing a wide range of excellent restaurants across the country, and by providing a service that enables users to make online reservations. We sincerely hope that your travel experience in Japan will become more fulfilling than ever before.”
27, Jun 2024
New Arthur D. Little Blue Shift Institute Report Outlines 5 Scenarios for Future of Climate Change Adaptation
Whatever the success of climate change mitigation measures, companies and society will need to adapt to a changing world. To aid business climate change adaptation strategies, Arthur D. Little (ADL)’s Blue Shift Institute today published We’re doomed, now what?, an in-depth report that sets out five potential scenarios for adaptation and highlights relevant technologies to focus on.
Arthur D. Little Blue Shift Institute Report Outlines 5 Scenarios for Future of Climate Change Adaptation (Graphic: Business Wire)
Arthur D. Little Blue Shift Institute Report Outlines 5 Scenarios for Future of Climate Change Adaptation (Graphic: Business Wire)
The report is based on extensive analysis, interviews with over 40 international experts, surveys of business leaders, and was created in close collaboration with the United Nation’s (UN’s) World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
It works on a “+3°C by 2100” outcome for climate change, based on projections by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and uses this to underpin five potential, non-exclusive scenarios for the future of climate change adaptation:
Green Communities: A resource-scarce world in which grassroots initiatives flourish, for lack of more ambitious projects; there is a pull towards greater decentralization, circularity, and frugality
Lonely at the top: Highly concentrated and competitive industries in which market leaders spearhead adaptation to build competitive advantage and keep satisfying consumers, while operating under increasing constraints
Wild Green West: A creative chaos in which private adaptation initiatives sprout everywhere, fueled by private capital and hype, with no overarching strategy or consistency
Don’t Look Up: A bleak future in which neither customers nor finance institutions have adjusted to the new climate reality, leaving nothing but quick fixes and crisis management
Adaptation Surge: A world in which adaptation is the norm and the new currency, resetting expectations, creating new markets and new needs for differentiation, and possibly overengineering
For each of these futures the report outlines the functional expectations and relevant technologies to drive adaptation. Alongside this, it includes “no regret” solutions, enabling technologies, and capabilities that will be vital, whatever the future brings, and that companies should invest in now.
Dr. Albert Meige, Global Director of Blue Shift at Arthur D. Little, comments: “When faced with prospective technology choices, executives often need to address three challenges: complexity, speed and cognition. Adaptation to climate change is no different. It is complex because climate impacts are local, multifactorial and highly variable; and also because there is a myriad of adaptation technologies available. By modeling potential scenarios we aim to cut through this complexity, providing CEOs with a clear guide to the potential technologies that their adaptation will require.”
Dr. Peter Oksen, Senior Program Officer at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) GREEN, comments: “This report offers a refreshing new angle to climate action, namely that of businesses and their priorities for adapting to a challenging future. It provides the scenario-based context for the technologies outlined by WIPO GREEN, underscoring the essential role of innovation in forging a sustainable future. By detailing the functional expectations and key technologies necessary for adaptation, it highlights the need to integrate technological advancements within our business, economic and policy frameworks to effectively combat climate change.”
27, Jun 2024
CareSmartz360 to Exhibit Its Robust Technology at HomeCareCon
Orlando, FL, June 27, 2024 — CareSmartz360, a leading provider of home care technology, will be exhibiting at HomeCareCon 2024, taking place July 16-19 in Florida. This premier event brings together hundreds of home care leaders and providers, offering a platform to share best practices and explore innovative solutions.
CareSmartz360 will showcase its comprehensive suite of tools designed to enhance in-home care delivery.
“HomeCareCon 2024 is a valuable opportunity to connect with industry leaders and demonstrate how our technology can benefit home care agencies,” says Ruby Mehta, VP of Sales at Caresmartz. “We’re confident attendees will be impressed by our user-friendly platform and its potential to improve the lives of caregivers and seniors significantly,” she added.
Attendees visiting the CareSmartz360 Booth #501 can:
1. See live demonstrations of the CareSmartz360 platform.
2. Discuss their specific needs with CareSmartz360 representatives.
3. Unlock up to 50% savings on CareSmartz360.
What to expect at HomeCareCon 2024?
The conference promises a dynamic and informative experience for attendees. Here’s what they get access to:
1. Talks by over 70 speakers
Gain insights from industry experts through a series of thought-provoking presentations and panel discussions.
2. Educational sessions
Deepen your knowledge on various topics relevant to the home care industry, such as regulatory updates, best practices in care delivery, and technological advancements.
3. Exhibitor showcase
Explore CareSmartz360 at the bustling trade show floor—network with 500+ other industry leaders and scores of solution providers, including CareSmartz360.
4. After-hours, discounts & Disney bonuses
Participants get exclusive after-hour theme park tickets & discounted multi-day tickets. Multi-day gets you a bonus Disney experience and much more.
27, Jun 2024
Healthcare Cybersecurity Summit to Focus on Securing Patient Data in the Digital Age
Princeton, NJ, June 27, 2024 — ISMG’s Healthcare Cybersecurity Summit, scheduled for July 18, 2024, in New York will convene security professionals for a comprehensive exploration of emerging trends and best practices in healthcare cybersecurity. The healthcare sector faces escalating cyber incidents due to its technological dependencies and the sensitivity of patient health information.
Data breaches pose a significant risk to healthcare organizations, with costs soaring in recent years. IBM’s “Cost of a Data Breach Report 2023” found that the average cost of healthcare data breaches reached $10.93 million in 2023 alone, underscoring the urgent need for proactive cybersecurity measures.
The summit’s agenda is designed to provide attendees with insightful discussions on AI-powered threat detection, incident response strategies and regulatory compliance.
“This year’s Healthcare Cybersecurity Summit focuses on emerging threats and regulatory shifts in the healthcare sector,” said Jennifer Eisenhofer, vice president, events, ISMG. “From the FDA’s enhanced authority over medical device security to the implementation of the HSCC’s strategic plan, our sessions will enable healthcare CISOs to strengthen their organizations’ cyber resilience.”
Bringing together IT security CISOs, CEOs, compliance and privacy officers, and medical device security specialists within the healthcare industry, the summit aims to drive conversations around securing patient data and ensuring seamless healthcare system operations.
John Riggi, national advisor for cybersecurity and risk, American Hospital Association, will kick off the summit with a keynote on the current threat landscape, with a focus on the devastating effects of recent ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations. A report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services showed that ransomware attacks targeting healthcare organizations have surged by 278% over the past four years.
Riggi’s session will equip attendees with actionable steps to enhance incident response capabilities and manage third-party and supply chain risks in the interconnected healthcare ecosystem.
In an exclusive fireside chat, Lynette Sherrill, deputy assistant secretary of information security and CISO, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, will share the department’s security priorities and strategic initiatives. Sherrill will discuss how the department plans to embrace agile methodologies and develop its zero trust strategy, along with the security risks posed by the proliferation of advanced medical devices.
With the growing interconnectivity of medical devices, healthcare providers grapple with new challenges in securing sensitive patient data and ensuring the safe operation of these devices. Aftin Ross, deputy director, FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health, and Phil Englert, vice president of medical devices security, Health-ISAC, will discuss FDA’s enhanced authority in vetting cybersecurity for new medical device submissions and how healthcare organizations can navigate new regulatory requirements.
Advancements in AI technology have heightened the need for combating deepfakes. In a session titled “Deepfakes, Real Stakes,” attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a live tabletop scenario hosted jointly by the United States Secret Service and CyberEdBoard. This immersive session will prepare security professionals to effectively respond to strategically crafted deepfake incidents.
“For more than a decade now, ISMG’s Summits have brought together key thought leaders to discuss the key topics driving our sectors. Healthcare is a prime example,” said Tom Field, senior vice president, editorial, ISMG. “We have focused on data security, privacy, compliance, emerging technology and device security since Day 1, and this new summit is yet another example of how ISMG drives these conversations forward. I cannot wait to participate in this event.”
With a focus on emerging threats, regulatory developments, and innovative defense mechanisms, the Healthcare Cybersecurity Summit will empower healthcare organizations to fortify their cybersecurity posture and enhance their resilience against potential breaches and attacks.
27, Jun 2024
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Kelsey Wyrick
St. Louis, MO, June 27, 2024 — Kelsey Wyrick was recently hired as a Personal Lines Account Manager at Powers Insurance & Risk Management, one of the largest family owned and operated independent insurance agencies in the bi-state region.
Wyrick’s responsibilities include handling the ongoing management of personal lines accounts, retaining new and renewal clients, and promoting new business. Prior to joining Powers, she worked in numerous account management positions at both insurance agencies and financial institutions.
“Kelsey possesses extensive experience when it comes to identifying growth opportunities,” said Powers Insurance and Risk Management President JD Powers. “She is a great communicator with a thorough management approach, and we look forward to all of the future achievements she will contribute to our organization.”
27, Jun 2024
More Home Health Cuts in 2025 Further Undermine Patient Access to Care
Washington, DC, June 27, 2024 — The Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare today warned that the permanent -4.067 percent payment cut to home health services proposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will further undermine the delivery of high-quality home healthcare services to millions of older Americans. Despite several years of significant Medicare home health payment cuts and reliable data demonstrating a troubling decline in the number of home health patients and patient visits, CMS has again proposed additional permanent cuts to home health in 2025.
“For the third consecutive year, CMS has proposed cuts that make it significantly harder for home health providers to meet the care demands for an increasingly complex and aging patient population,” said Joanne Cunningham, CEO of the Partnership. “The status quo of continuous cuts is unsustainable: Medicare’s continued application of permanent cuts to home health further undermines a community that is facing historic labor costs and workforce shortages. We fear that CMS’s proposed actions for 2025 will have unintended consequences on older Americans who want to receive care at home.”
The Home Health Prospective Payment System (“HHPPS”) Proposed Rule for Calendar Year (CY) 2025 includes the full current remaining permanent adjustment of -4.067 percent to the CY 2025 home health base payment rate. The overall economic impact related to the changes in payments under the HH PPS for CY 2025 is estimated to be -$280 million (-1.7 percent).
Since adopting a new payment model for the Medicare Home Health Program, annual cuts to home health have diminished the provider community’s ability to maintain an adequate workforce to meet patient need, transfer patients home following hospitalization, and ensure home health services are accessible to Medicare beneficiaries across the country. To summarize the impact of Medicare’s home health cuts to date:
· Starting in 2020, CMS’s cuts are producing an estimated total cut of $20 billion from Medicare home health payments through 2029.
· These deep and destabilizing cuts have already resulted in agency closures, service area reductions, and a reduction in home health services.
· Patient access to home health is already declining, with 500,000 fewer patients receiving care through the Medicare home health program this year compared to 2019—despite increasing demand for care.
· The costs to hire and deploy clinicians to deliver care in the home are increasing (outpacing CMS’s market basket updates), as are related costs such as fuel and medical supplies.
· Home health agencies struggle to recruit, retain, and sustain a steady workforce to meet patient demand, as healthcare workers are in short supply.
In a February 2024 letter to CMS, the Partnership and the National Association for Home Care & Hospice wrote, “Our members continue to report closures, declining capacity, and immense challenges as they struggle to hire nurses and address other workforce constraints… In addition, while inflation has cooled somewhat from its peak, costs remain high, and CMS’ annual payment updates have not kept pace with inflation… The financial pressures created by the combination of these factors make it extremely challenging to provide high-quality services and support continued access in broader services areas, including rural locations.”
CMS has again used the market basket increase (+2.5%) to mask the impact of the permanent reimbursement rate cut (-4.067%), an approach that is unsustainable and inconsistent with the purpose of an update to account for increases in the costs of care.
In addition to the permanent payment cut, CMS also calculated temporary adjustments of $4.55 billion to be recouped in future years. CMS recognizes in the new proposed rule that “implementing both the permanent and temporary adjustments in the same year may adversely affect HHAs.”
“We are very disappointed that CMS did not use its authority to suspend further reductions to home health payments in CY 2025, despite our repeated requests and data demonstrating decreased access to home health services,” added Cunningham. “The role of Congress in alleviating the burden of these cuts is now increasingly important, and we will be calling on our champions in Congress to finish the job on legislation to block these harmful cuts this year.”
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation to block further cuts to the Medicare home health benefit. The Preserving Access to Home Health Act (S. 2137/H.R. 5159) – introduced by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Susan Collins (R-ME) and Representatives Terri Sewell (D-AL) and Adrian Smith (R-NE) – prevents CMS from implementing cuts to the Medicare Home Health Program in 2025 and in future years.
27, Jun 2024
Sony India Unveils ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S Wireless Microphones Redefining Content Creation Portability
27th June 2024, New Delhi, India: Expanding its microphone portfolio, Sony India today introduced the ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S wireless microphones. These cutting-edge microphones combine high quality sound capture with a lightweight design. With the ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S models, Sony empowers video content creators with the ability to achieve superior audio recording across various shooting scenarios. The ECM-W3 has a two-channel receiver and two microphones and the ECM-W3S has a one-channel receiver and one microphone.
ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S wireless microphones
These microphones ensure exceptional sound pickup while effectively reducing noise. In addition to Multi-Interface (MI) Shoe compatibility with Sony cameras, compatibility is further enhanced through a USB Type-C® terminal and 3.5mm audio output which enables connections with a range of devices equipped with USB terminal and 3.5mm audio input such as cameras, smartphone, and PC etc.. Equipped with a noise-cut filter that effectively reduces harsh noise with digital signal processing, and a low-cut filter that reduces unwanted low-frequency noise such as wind, air conditioning, and vibration noise.
When connected to a Sony camera equipped with the Multi-Interface (MI) shoe, the ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S receiver is compatible with a digital audio interface(1), and the camera can then directly record the audio signal output. This enables superb sound recording with minimal noise interference. MI Shoe support enables greater flexibility with battery-free and cable-free shooting. Power is supplied directly from the camera to the receiver, so there is no need to worry about running out of battery(2). It also has a USB Type-C® terminal, so it is possible to output digital audio (48kHz/24bit) from the receiver to a USB-connected smartphone or PC(3). In addition, it is equipped with a 3.5mm mini jack (stereo) audio output terminal, ensuring compatibility with cameras, PCs, IC recorders, etc., that do not have an MI shoe(4). The compact and lightweight microphone’s dimensions are 25.0mm x 52.5mm x 20.5mm (W/H/D) and weighs only 17g. The receiver is 32.0mm x 29.0mm x 50.0mm (W/H/D) and weighs 25g. Both the microphones and receivers can be used anywhere, anytime with ease. For added durability, the ECM-W3 and ECM-W3S are designed to be dustproof and moisture proof(5), which allows for worry-free outdoor usage. In addition, the lightweight and portable charging case makes it possible to charge while on the move.
27, Jun 2024
Emily Kidwell Ramey Chosen as a Woman of the Month for June 2024 by P.O.W.E.R.
Longview, TX, June 27, 2024 — Emily Kidwell Ramey of Longview, Texas has been chosen as a Woman of the Month for June 2024 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of insurance.
About Emily Kidwell Ramey
Emily Kidwell Ramey is the owner of Sig/Ramey Insurance. Founded in 2021, the company specializes in auto, home, motorcycle, boats, life, and commercial policies.
With 20 years in the insurance industry, Kidwell Ramey is an expert in helping customers understand their insurance options, empowering them to make the best choice for themselves and their families. “I’m not just here to make a commission check. I am here to help my customers. Opening SIG/Ramey was the best decision I have ever made,” said Kidwell Ramey.
Sig/Ramey Insurance was the Longview News Journal’s Winner of East Texas’ Best Insurance Agency Winner for 2021, 2022, & 2023 and was the top in life insurance sales in the state of Texas for the past 2 years.
Emily received her B.A. in elementary education from the University of Texas at Tyler.
27, Jun 2024
Natural Scientific Launches Amazon Storefront to Revolutionize Nutritional Supplement Market
Orlando, FL, June 27, 2024 — Natural Scientific, a trailblazer in the nutritional supplement industry, is excited to announce the launch of its Amazon storefront on June 20, 2024. This launch marks a significant milestone for the company as it aims to make high-quality, natural supplements more accessible to health-conscious individuals.
Natural Scientific is dedicated to providing consumers with the purest and most effective nutrients. Their product line includes a wide range of vitamins and minerals, such as B1, B12, Vitamin C, Chromium, Zinc, and Biotin. Each product is meticulously designed and manufactured in-house in the United States, supporting local economies and ensuring the highest quality standards.
What sets Natural Scientific apart from its competitors is its unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability. Unlike many other brands that rely on fillers and dubious additives, Natural Scientific uses only the highest quality natural ingredients. Their products come in recyclable bottles with biodegradable labels, and each batch undergoes thorough third-party lab testing to guarantee purity and effectiveness.
“We are thrilled to launch our Amazon storefront and bring our exceptional products to a wider audience,” said Thomas Demetz, Marketing Manager of Natural Scientific. “Our mission has always been to provide the best possible nutritional supplements, and we are confident that our customers will appreciate the difference that our natural, filler-free products make in their health and wellness journey.”
The launch of the Amazon storefront is a strategic move to reach health-conscious individuals who are seeking natural, additive-free supplements. With the convenience of online shopping and fast delivery, customers can now easily access Natural Scientific’s premium products from the comfort of their homes.
