msgbartop
Joe Lovrek "Coding At Its Best"
msgbarbottom

19 Feb 12 Barrister Bookcases Creating A Buzz Online For Transition Squad

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) February 06, 2012

Since Transition Squad opened its Consignment Outlet in October 2011, they have started developing a following of collectors, dealers and general public interested in unique used items that are priced well. One such item is a set of antique Barrister Bookcases that they recently started showcasing on Kijiji, through their e-letter and on their virtual estate sale at http://www.TransitionSquad.com/store.php.

Transition Squad is a project manager that helps seniors downsize and works with families going through a parent transition. One of their responsibilities is to help clear out the contents and maximize the value back to the client or their estate. Transition Squad holds estate sales at their clients? premises however, for things of higher value, they bring it to their consignment outlet and search for the right types of buyers. This has resulted in some significant gains for their clients while also delivering good value to prospective buyers.

One such item that is creating a buzz is a Barrister Bookcase, a vintage piece that has generated a lot of attention, so much so that they decided to not even put a price on it.

?We put it on our showroom floor just because we didn?t have room to keep it in our preparation area while we were researching and pricing it? says Viraf Baliwalla, President of Transition Squad. ?Almost every person that walked into the store was attracted to it and was anxious to know the price. Soon we realized that this was a signature piece and with such demand, we should let the market dictate what the price should be.?

So Transition Squad posted the item online with a note saying that due to popular demand, they would not set a price, rather just take offers till a cutoff date, like an auction. Soon, offers started coming in for $ 1,200, then one for $ 1,500, then one for $ 1,800.

?We hope to generate much more interest in the next few days? says Baliwalla. ?We get a lot of unique things, especially teak furniture. The outcome of this transaction will determine whether we take a similar approach to signature pieces in the future.?

Transition Squad, started in 2005. and their Consignment Outlet primarily serves seniors, their families and consumer buyers in the Greater Toronto Area. For media inquiries, Viraf Baliwalla can be reached at (416) 249-4049 ext. 303 or viraf(at)TransitionSquad(dot)com.

###





Tags: , , , , , ,

01 Feb 12 Website Design Firm Raises Awareness Of Online Branding Alongside Traditional Development Services

(PRWEB UK) 11 November 2011

The vision at Positive Web Design has always been to push boundaries and make a diverse range of essential web services available to businesses of all ambitions and budgets. At a managerial meeting this week the firm decided to change its approach towards marketing its website design packages by agreeing to push forward with an aggressive promotional campaign that highlights the importance of the basic design elements behind a company?s online image.

Positive Web Design has outlined their intentions to shift their optimisation efforts towards achieving higher search engine rankings for search terms such as ?website branding? and ?logo design? in order to make consumers aware of the fact that professional web design goes beyond the traditional build process. These kinds of services will be promoted alongside standard development options to bring consumers greater choice and better awareness of contemporary website design procedures.

Site branding is a completely bespoke yet often understated design service that?s fast becoming accepted as an essential part of any web development package. By designing logos, construction banners and even building animations, businesses are creating a brand that is visually memorable and are working to ensure that their site leaves a strong impression in the consumers? mind.

Ben Austin, Managing Director behind the Positive Media Group, explains the recent decision in this statement:

?Moving forward, we?ll offer our branding services to our prospective clients from day one. This means that our customers will be able to take the costs of the services into consideration straightaway and will be aware of the huge number of options that are available to them, both now and further down the line. In our experience, site branding is a job that?s normally considered after the initial build ? we believe that in order to make the most of their new domain, webmasters need to think about the image of their business well in advance and move away from thinking of branding as a luxury add-on service. Nowadays it?s more of a necessity?.

Mr Austin also goes on to say that the decision from his company is bound to affect competitors? efforts: ?From our point of view, this move is also likely to encourage other web design agencies to reconsider their approach towards their packages. We?ve always been trendsetters and look forward to introducing the idea of professional yet affordable site branding to the UK industry as a whole?.

Positive Web Design is a division of SEO Positive Limited. Based in Chelmsford, Essex, Positive Web Design is able to offer a wide range of web services to clients across the UK and beyond. This website design agency has extensive experience with clients from all industries and specialises in professional web design projects, so call their sales consultants today on 0800 088 6000 for more information or to obtain quotes.

###





Find More VISUAL BASIC Press Releases

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,

30 Jan 12 Bulldog Backup Offers Users The Chance To Fix Their Online Backup Costs For The Next 5 Years

(PRWEB UK) 30 January 2012

Bulldogbackup.com, the Scottish based Online Backup and Storage Company today announced a new promotional offer that is sure to warm up computer users this winter.

For a limited time the company is offering new subscribers the chance to fix their online backup costs for the next 5 years. And that?s not all; customers who sign up during the promotional week can get Bulldog Backup?s One Terabyte Protect account for just

Tags: , , , , , , , , ,

28 Jan 12 HostedPBXip.com Launches Online Video Library for Hosted PBX and Hosted VoIP Services Training

San Diego, California (PRWEB) November 04, 2011

HostedPBXip.com, a leading online supplier of phone systems, VoIP Services, business VoIP service, Hosted VoIP PBX, Business PBX, and Call Center Solutions for small businesses in the US has announced an expanded collection of free support videos on its online phone system store. The videos will make it easier for businesses, IT departments and technicians to access expert help with programming, configuration, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of branded phone systems and equipment that may be difficult to obtain otherwise. The free online videos can be accessed by pointing a web browser to the HostedPBXip.com website and then clicking on the “Video Library” tab on the website. The free videos can be viewed online or downloaded depending on browser settings.

HostedPBXip.com provides the videos as part of the company’s philosophy of providing real support for its customers. The company also offers a Free Technology Advice program, where businesses can call in toll-free to get advice about optimizing their phone system infrastructure to enable them cut costs and grow seamlessly.

The free online videos cover a wide range of practical topics including how to setup branded phone equipment – right down to specific programming and configuration help that would take hours to decipher from an actual manufacturer manual. Step-by-step instructions on how to complete procedures from the most basic of tasks to entire systems configuration and testing are available on the videos. It is important for customers to have this type of assistance because it is quite difficult for the average person to make the best use of detailed manufacturer manuals since the information provided is highly technical and takes an experienced professional and expert to decipher and use correctly.

By providing this service, HostedPBXip.com saves time, transfers skills and improves knowledge for people and businesses trying to make the best use of new or installed phone equipment.

The videos are displayed in a searchable library on the site, and the collection is updated on a regular basis. The videos can be used as a guide or reference, and a practical and visual alternative when installing or troubleshooting a new branded phone system, so IT professionals, technicians and even DIY’ers will find them to be very useful.

“As a service-first phone system supplier, HostedPBXip.com is focused on providing phone system knowledge and expert assistance for our customers, so we don’t just sell them the phones – we want to ensure that they have the right phone systems and equipment for their specific needs and that they are making the best and proper use of those systems. This philosophy of ours manifests in the great support we have packaged for our clients and the free online videos are a product of that philosophy. In our free online videos we provide expert phone system tips, advice and DIY help for branded phone equipment that would be hard or costly to come by any other way, and this is one way that we try to bridge the gap and provide knowledge for our customers to keep them informed and empowered so that they can make optimal use of their phone system equipment, ” says Sarah Butterworth of HostedPBXip.com

The HostedPBXip.com free online videos contain relevant information regarding branded phone systems, their use, maintenance, configuration, programming, cabling, DIY resources and more. Information offered in the free online videos range from basic issues like how to prepare an Ethernet cable to complete phone system training, phone system benefits and real phone system advice from experts. Models covered include Xblue X16, Syspine, Vertical SBX, TalkSwitch, TelcoDepot Phone System, Aastra AastraLink, Konftel Conferencing system, Panasonic, Allworx, Plantronics, Yealink, and more.

For more information, or to use the videos right away, visit http://www.HostedPBXip.com. For other issues call 858-433-8659 or send an email to info(at)HostedPBXip(dot)com

About HostedPBXip.com

HostedPBXip.com is a leading supplier of quality business telephone systems, business VoIP service, VoIP phones, phone headset equipment, video surveillance systems, voice & data cabling solutions, conference phone solutions and Microsoft Response Point Systems. The company?s top priority is to help its clients make informed decisions based on their specific small business phone system needs by providing experience and expertise and guiding them in selecting the best phone systems for their businesses. HostedPBXip.com ensures that their phone systems are fully scalable, affordable priced, and provide the highest value for their clients.

###





Tags: , , , , , , , ,

22 Jan 12 $14 Billion About to be Wasted on Misguided Gift Giving this Holiday: New Online Wish List Service Giftster.com Helps Save Money and Give Gifts Effectively

St. Paul, Minnesota (PRWEB) November 03, 2011

Giftster, releasing today, is the free online social network that connects every member of the family, from kids to grandparents, with a wish list service everyone can give and get gifts that matter most, even when on the tightest of budgets.

The free service is designed for computers, smart phones and tablets so everyone can check each other?s gift wish lists before making a gift purchase no matter where they are. Items on someone?s list can be reserved, avoiding duplicate gifts, without the list maker knowing the status.

Giftster’s fresh, easy to use design puts the users in charge of successful gift giving and gift getting in their lives. Making a list of gift preferences is much like jotting a list on a piece of paper, except it is online, and you can include star rankings, the cost of the item and one click links to online retailers that carry the exact item you prefer.

For privacy, to share lists, a member creates a ?Giftster Group? and invites family to join. Those in the group can see each other?s lists and mark items as reserved or purchased.

The Giftster service includes a blog containing gift giving and list making tips and ideas, an upcoming event calendar for important family dates, such as birthdays and anniversaries, and a feature to print out a shopping list containing just the items from everyone?s lists that you have reserved to purchase.

What it doesn?t have is any requirement to first shop for an item before adding it to a list, like some sites, or lots of advertisements, or extra bells and whistles that just serve to overwhelm the main task at hand.

Who has $ 14 billion to lose?

Prominent economics professor Joel Waldfogel from the University of Minnesota makes the case that poor gift giving choices results in $ 14 billion of lost economic value each holiday: lost gift cards, gifts that end up in the back of the closet, one more rep tie. ?Thoughtfulness? more often than not leads to failed gift giving, making the value of gifts received less than what the gift buyers paid for them. With many families struggling to pay basic bills, Americans simply cannot afford to give or receive ineffective gifts.

Is there a better way?

For the first time all family members are connected online via the Internet. One of the opportunities this opens up is a family friendly place to post and view gift giving ideas. The steady move towards online shopping also makes an Internet wish list system even more practical and convenient, as items for purchase are just a click away.

The economics of gift giving

As stated, the value placed on gifts received in the USA is about $ 14 billion less than what the gift givers paid for them. Giftster attacks the core of the gift giving problem ? matching gift buying precisely with what the gift recipient would have chosen themselves. In return, Americans not only can give the most effective gifts to their friends and family, they can do it on any budget, saving money and time while they’re at it.

Many might think this takes the fun out of gift giving. In fact, it takes the stress out of the gift giving process, and allocates hard earned dollars to gifts really needed or wanted. There are still many ways to make a gift picked off a list thoughtful ? you can add an upgrade to it you know the recipient would like or even wrap it a special way. For many recipients, they are just thrilled to be getting the exact model or size or color that they would have picked out themselves ? no need for pretend gratitude or planning time consuming gift returning trips.

This makes Giftster.com the must-use application not only for the holiday gift giving season, but also throughout the entire year. Once a family becomes a Giftster Family, they use Giftster for every upcoming gift giving event. The service is free, supported by retailer affiliate commissions and a small amount of very relevant Google advertising.

About MyGiftster Corporation

MyGiftster Corporation is based in Minnesota, and has staff and developers in St. Paul, Minnesota and Chicago, Illinois. Founder Ron Reimann also runs ZapTel.com, an Inc Magazine INC 500 company, and SupportStore, the source for cause-related merchandise.

Giftster.com is visually designed for desktops, laptops and tablet computers like the Apple iPad. A mobile Giftster version specifically for smartphones is in development. The web version has been in development and beta test for the past 24 months.

Visit the press resources page for images, contacts and other news.

###





Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

08 Jan 12 TelcoDepot.com Launches Expanded Collection of Free Online Phone System Support Videos for Businesses

Bay Shore, NY (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

TelcoDepot.com, a leading online supplier of phone systems, VoIP Equipment, business VoIP service, Hosted PBX, Response Point Systems, Video Surveillance Equipment, Conferencing system s and more to small businesses in the US has announced an expanded collection of free support videos on its online phone system store. The videos will make it easier for businesses, IT departments and technicians to access expert help with programming, configuration, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of branded phone systems and equipment that may be difficult to obtain otherwise. The free online videos can be accessed by pointing a web browser to the TelcoDepot.com website and then clicking on the “Video Library” tab on the website. The free videos can be viewed online or downloaded depending on browser settings.

TelcoDepot.com provides the videos as part of the company’s philosophy of providing real support for its customers. The company also offers a Free Technology Advice program, where businesses can call in Toll-free to get advice about optimizing their phone system infrastructure to enable them cut costs and grow seamlessly.

The free online videos cover a wide range of practical topics including how to setup branded phone equipment – right down to specific programming and configuration help that would take hours to decipher from an actual manufacturer manual. Step-by-step instructions on how to complete procedures from the most basic of tasks to entire systems configuration and testing are available on the videos. It is important for customers to have this type of assistance because it is quite difficult for the average person to make the best use of detailed manufacturer manuals since the information provided is highly technical and takes an experienced professional and expert to decipher and use correctly.

By providing this service, TelcoDepot.com saves time, transfers skills and improves knowledge for people and businesses trying to make the best use of new or installed phone equipment.

The videos are displayed in a searchable library on the site, and the collection is updated on a regular basis. The videos can be used as a guide or reference, and a practical and visual alternative when installing or troubleshooting a new branded phone system, so IT professionals, technicians and even DIY’ers will find them to be very useful.

“As a service-first phone system supplier, TelcoDepot.com is focused on providing phone system knowledge and expert assistance for our customers, so we don’t just sell them the phones – we want to ensure that they have the right phone systems and equipment for their specific needs and that they are making the best and proper use of those systems. This philosophy of ours manifests in the great support we have packaged for our clients and the free online videos are a product of that philosophy. In our free online videos we provide expert phone system tips, advice and DIY help for branded phone equipment that would be hard or costly to come by any other way, and this is one way that we try to bridge the gap and provide knowledge for our customers to keep them informed and empowered so that they can make optimal use of their phone system equipment, ” says Tom Grinde, V.P. of Sales for TelcoDepot.com

The TelcoDepot.com free online videos contain relevant information regarding branded phone systems, their use, maintenance, configuration, programming, cabling, DIY resources and more. Information offered in the free online videos range from basic issues like how to prepare an Ethernet cable to complete phone system training, phone system benefits and real phone system advice from experts. Models covered include Xblue X16, Syspine, Vertical SBX, TalkSwitch, TelcoDepot Phone System, Aastra AastraLink, Konftel Conferencing system, Panasonic, Allworx, Plantronics, Yealink, and more.

For more information, or to use the videos right away, visit http://www.telcodepot.com/videos. For other issues call 800-390-1200 or send an email to info@telcodepot.com

About Telco Depot

Telco Depot is a leading supplier of quality business telephone systems, business VoIP service, VoIP phones, phone headset equipment, video surveillance systems, voice & data cabling solutions, conference phone solutions and Microsoft Response Point Systems. The company?s top priority is to help its clients make informed decisions based on their specific small business phone system needs by providing experience and expertise and guiding them in selecting the best phone systems for their businesses. Telco Depot ensures that their phone systems are fully scalable, affordable priced, and provide the highest value for their clients.

# # #





Related VISUAL BASIC Press Releases

Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,

11 Dec 11 RadSite Offers Complimentary Patient Safety Webinar on Imaging Practices: Must-see Online Presentation Highlights Recent Trends & Identifies Potential Risks

Houston, TX and Annapolis, MD (PRWEB) December 08, 2011

RadSite?, the leading provider of assessment and accreditation services in the imaging industry, announces the release of an eye-opening webinar that will explain the compelling need for consistent quality standards for diagnostic imaging in America. This informative webinar is led by RadSite?s chief medical director, William W. Orrison, Jr., MD, MBA.

?As new imaging technologies evolve, and as our understanding of the effects of radiation on humans improve, it is very important to bring the most current information to the attention of ordering physicians,? says Dr. Orrison. ?When equipped with the most complete and current data, patients and their attending medical personnel can make informed decisions.?

The risk to patients and imaging providers from medical radiation is often considered low, but accidents can happen due to human error or imaging system issues. The broadly accepted principal relative to medical radiation is to keep the dose to patients and staff ?As Low As Reasonably Achievable? (or ALARA).

?RadSite is pleased to be at the forefront of supporting a number of consumer-centered initiatives to promote patient safety,? says RadSite board chairperson, Cherrill Farnsworth. ?Part of our mission is to ensure imaging providers offer high-quality imaging through a series of approval processes relative to imaging equipment, operation and interpretation. RadSite?s safety initiatives include a review of radiation safety policies and procedures as well as a radiation safety educational program.

?Dr. Orrison?s presentation is extremely informative and challenges us to re-think some of our basic assumptions regarding the potential hazards associated with imaging. For example, how much ionizing radiation is permissible for one procedure and/or during a lifetime?? says Garry Carneal, RadSite?s president and CEO. ?The webinar presentation also features a video link to Dr. Orrison speaking along with his PowerPoint presentation, which adds an interesting visual element to the session. Individuals also can re-play key comments and slides at any time during the presentation.?

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

08 Dec 11 MyPC Backup Reviewed by Online Backup Search

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

Online Backup Search (http://onlinebackupsearch.com), has just released their review of MyPC Backup. MyPC Backup is fairly new the online backup scene, but has already proved itself as a serious contender among backup companies. Read the full MyPC Backup Review (http://goo.gl/dh0AA)

The review gives credit to MyPC Backup for their ease of use, prices, customer support and security. The review mentions that MyPC Backup could have more features, but what they offer is great for most home users.

Online Backup Search?s editors tested MyPC Backup and found it to be very easy to use. The download, install and configuration of backing up files was ?…the quickest we?ve seen?, said online backup expert David Blane ?It only takes a few steps and less then five minutes to start backing up files?.

Because of it?s simplicity the review points out that features like backup scheduling were not included in the design, but should have been. This was only one of a few criticisms. Overall the review is very positive. Stating that, ?If you are looking for an online backup solution that is user friendly and backups up your files reliably consider MyPC Backup?

The review points out that when comparing backup companies like MyPC Backup it?s important to know if there are upgrades and features that the customer will need. The editors recommend including upgrades and addons into the cost of the plan before making a comparison to another backup company.

About Online Backup Search — Online Backup Search, established in 2010, is owned and managed by Intown Web Design of Atlanta, GA. The site was created as a place for online backup users to post reviews and learn about the best online backup companies. It is a website that helps to the online backup community.

About Intown Web Design (http://www.intownwebdesign.com) — Located in Atlanta, Ga, they are a web design and development firm with a focus on creating functional websites for business. Clients range from startups to corporations traded on the NYSE. Founded in 2007, with a specialty in open source technologies including PHP, Joomla and WordPress. They have continued to expand their expertise into improving site performance, usability and search engine rankings.

###





Related PHP Press Releases

Tags: , , , ,

03 Dec 11 DonorCommunity Helps Police Athletic League Hit a Home Run with New Website, CRM, Event Management and Online Fundraising Applications

Sunrise, FL (PRWEB) December 01, 2011

DonorCommunity, Inc., developers of an innovative cloud computing software platform for nonprofit organizations, announced today that the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Davie has become the latest nonprofit organization to select DonorCommunity as its strategic software platform for fundraising, website content management, online marketing, social networking and event management.

DonorCommunity enabled PAL to launch its first ever independent Website in less than ten business days, providing the robust Website presence PAL needs to keep stakeholders informed about its highly regarded after-school athletic, recreation and tutoring programs for young people. For the first time, PAL will also have the constituent relationship management capabilities it needs to maintain an ongoing dialog with its large community of parents, program participants, community leaders and supporters. The group also intends to make extensive use of DonorCommunity?s event management and online auction capabilities to sell tickets to events, including a key fundraising event planned for February 2012.

?Until now, we?ve had virtually no online presence and no capability to inform the public about our programs, plans and activities in an ongoing way,? says Police Athletic League Executive Director Tim Albury. ?We didn?t even have a way to collect and organize information about the parents, kids, volunteers and supporters we work with every day. We knew these capabilities were essential, so we conducted a detailed evaluation of all of the leading online fundraising and CRM applications. In the end, we concluded that DonorCommunity is not only the most capable software platform available today, but also an amazing value thanks to the company?s fixed-price subscription model. We?re extremely happy with DonorCommunity and the new capabilities it provides for us to serve our Florida community.?

?The Police Athletic League gives young people the civic, athletic, recreational and educational opportunities they need to become productive members of society,? said David Blyer, DonorCommunity founder and CEO. ?We?re proud to welcome such a worthwhile organization to our client community.?

About DonorCommunity

———————————–

DonorCommunity, Inc. is a cloud computing, Software as a Service firm that helps nonprofit organizations cultivate donors, forge closer relationships with stakeholders, engage their communities and raise funds year-round. DonorCommunity offers a suite of fully-integrated Web applications for constituent relationship management, online auctions, online marketing, online donations, event management, social networking and Web content management. The entire platform is furnished on a fixed-fee, annual subscription basis that includes unlimited users, unlimited training, unlimited support and free Website hosting. For more information, visit http://www.DonorCommunity.com

About The Police Athletic League

————————————————

The Police Athletic League is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe environment for Davie young people to participate, learn, and achieve while developing positive relationships with members of the law enforcement community. PAL programs and activities create a positive environment where kids can learn the value of teamwork, cooperation, and commitment. For more information, please visit http://www.daviepal.org.

# # #





Related COMPUTING Press Releases

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,

25 Nov 11 Center for Internet Security Offers Online Security Tips for Cyber Monday

East Greenbush, NY (PRWEB) November 23, 2011

The Center for Internet Security (CIS), a national not-for-profit dedicated to enhancing cyber security readiness and response, today announced tips to help consumers protect themselves while shopping online this Cyber Monday (November 28) and during the holiday season.

?While it?s important to remain vigilant online every day of the year, we remind users to take extra precautions on Cyber Monday and throughout the holiday shopping season,? said William Pelgrin, CIS President and CEO. ?Cyber criminals are looking to take advantage of the high volume of users and transactions during this time in order gain access to accounts, steal data and conduct other malicious activity.?

CIS offers the following tips to help improve security and minimize risks while shopping online:

1.

Tags: , , , , , , ,