- Nancy and Danny exchanged vows May 23, 2009 0 Nov 20, 2009
The bride is a 1986 graduate of Brawley Union High School, has a Master of Science degree in Management Information Systems, and is employed by the County of Los Angeles as an Information Technology Specialist. The groom, a retired USMC Sergeant, is a 1994 graduate of Bell High School, has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration, and is employed by the County of Los Angeles as a Lieutenant. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Digital Medical Records' Privacy a Problem Nov 20, 2009
The health information technology revolution, Ashton said, began under the Bush Administration and has continued under President Obama with the goal of having the medical records of every American on a computer, as opposed to a shelf in the office of your primary care provider ... New laws under health information technology have come online this year, and among them is one that notifies patients when their data has been breached. (CBS News)
Reliance Industries most valuable brand in India Nov 20, 2009
Information technology was among the sectors impacted the most by the global recession, with global clients slashing their IT budgets and driving hard bargains with vendors. Besides TCS, Wipro and Infosys too saw their brand value drop this year. (India Times)
DHS takes closer look at IT spending Nov 20, 2009
The Homeland Security Department plans more oversight of major acquisitions, including information technology buys, as the department plans to control spending, a top DHS official said today ... The back and forth continues as the protests over TSA's $500 million Information Technology Infrastructure Program are returned to the GAO for a decision. (FCW.com)
Projections of savings from health IT are baseless, Harvard researchers say Nov 20, 2009
National survey of US hospitals shows information technology has yielded neither administrative efficiencies nor cost savings ... The findings, published in today's [Friday's] online edition of the American Journal of Medicine, contradict claims by President Obama and many lawmakers that health information technology (health IT), including electronic medical records, will save billions and help make reform affordable ... The study found no evidence of lagged effects, e.g. lower costs in 2007... (EurekAlert!)
Leak fuels fears over India's ID project Nov 20, 2009
Whether the UID will solve problems or become a problem, global information technology companies seem to think it will be profitable. Google, IBM, Yahoo, Microsoft and India's own Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys are lobbying the government for slices of the pie. (Asia Times Online)
Tech tax heroes go from political neophytes to savvy fundraisers Nov 20, 2009
In 2007, Maryland s information technology industry got its crash course in politics. Two years later, it s the model student. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Baltimore business owners take advantage of cheap real estate Nov 20, 2009
The information technology firm was leasing space nearby but wanted to expand its operations as it goes after more federal government contracts. Chief Financial Officer Joe Armstrong said he was looking for a building to buy for the past two years. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Credit Suisse gives back prime RTP land Nov 20, 2009
Credit Suisse currently employs about 950 workers and contractors at the site who handle much of the transaction processing and information technology needs for the North American. operations for the Switzerland-based company. (Triangle Business Journal)
Cecilia Lenk wins District B seat on Watertown Town Council Nov 20, 2009
Lenk, an information technology executive, based her campaign on bringing in new revenue and economic development to Watertown. Sullivan, owner of FPP Restoration, is a longtime community volunteer. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Dell Stock Gains May Slacken Nov 20, 2009
Because 79% of Dell's sales come from corporate and government customers the majority of that PC sales the company has been particularly hard hit as information technology departments have kept a tight rein on spending, even as the economy recovers. "We are losing share in the aggregate" because of a heavy reliance on commercial sales, Dell CFO told reporters during a conference call after the results were announced. (BusinessWeek)
Maschhoff, Cushing join treasurer's office Nov 20, 2009
Missouri Treasurer Clint Zweifel on Thursday appointed Andrew Maschhoff as director of investments and Paul Cushing as director of information technology. Maschhoff, of Floral Park, N.Y., is a chartered CFA and most recently was director and senior portfolio manager for the global insurance fixed-income division at where he managed some $7 billion in fixed-income assets for insurance clients. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Army lines up support for information centers Nov 20, 2009
9 million contract to provide information technology and engineering support services to the Army ... ManTech will continue to provide information technology solutions including the design, integration, operations and maintenance of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance. (FCW.com)
Technology pay raises are down Nov 20, 2009
Washington-area information technology companies are treating their talent to smaller pay raises, according to an annual survey from. The average pay raise among Mid-Atlantic area IT firms surveyed was 2. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
* Russian court extends ban on death penalty Nov 20, 2009
Other Russian newspapers also ran stories yesterday saying Lesin, who looked after media, information technology and intellectual property issues in the Kremlin administration, was sacked for conflicts of interest with his own businesses. A Kremlin spokesman refused to comment on the reports. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Business people Nov 19, 2009
He holds a bachelor of science degree in computer science from UAF, and he currently works as an information technology specialist with Alyeska Pipeline Service Co. in Fairbanks. Both of their terms run until 2012. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bank moves HQ in Schaumburg Nov 19, 2009
For-profit educator DeVry Inc. leased 145,000 square feet at 3005 Highland Ave. in Downers Grove for a headquarters move and also leased 72,000 square feet at 814 Commerce Drive in Oak Brook, where DeVry will have student finance and information technology operations. Student loan collection agency Enterprise Recovery Systems Inc. leased 86,822 square feet at 2000 York Road in Oak Brook. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Animating with open-source Nov 19, 2009
He enrolled in a degree in artificial intelligence while Jordan went on to study business and information technology. However, the brothers never stopped focusing on animation during their college years. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
Job referral Web site launches Nov 19, 2009
Two of the company s co-founders are currently executives at McLean-based xScion Solutions LLC, an information technology services company. Most Read Stories. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Somerset County beefs up security outside courthouse Nov 19, 2009
Sheriff s deputies can now view all four corners of the courthouse s perimeter from seven security cameras recently placed in strategic locations (Somerset Daily American, PA)
County: Where can we trim? Nov 19, 2009
Bill Riley, information technology director, suggested switching paychecks from paper and mailing to an electronic system. Curt Weiss, director of county conservation, and Riley suggested cutting budgets and spending now in hopes of saving the need for it when the fiscal year begins in July 2010. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Facebook in the workplace: Take care on both sides Nov 19, 2009
Here is an astute note from a Californian in the information technology field ... My job as an independent information technology consultant and my personal experiences with the Internet inform my opinions about and reactions to Ms. Paynes case. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Cloud Computing: Security and Privacy Still Concerns Nov 19, 2009
"Cloud computing is emerging through the convergence of a variety of trends in information technology utility computing, virtualization and IT service management model," said John Hagel, co-chairman of the Deloitte Center for the Edge, in a statement. "Today, it is generally viewed as an attractive new form of low cost IT outsourcing that can also help to turn a fixed cost into a more scalable variable cost. Looking ahead, though, our research indicates that the evolution of Cloud computing will... (CIO Information Network)
The County Line: Collin County wins five national awards Nov 19, 2009
The National Association of Counties awarded Health Care Services, Public Works, the Budget Department's Court Collections Unit, Human Resources, and Information Technology their 2009 Achievement Awards ... Our Information Technology Department faced the challenge of expanding constituent services and increasing communications to support continued growth and user demand in a cost efficient manner. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Recap from Tuesday night at Brookline Town Meeting Nov 19, 2009
Under the contract, police would receive no wage increases over the next two years, and the town would be able to fire nonpolice civilians to work as meter collectors and information technology officers. As a trade-off, the town agreed to pay for educational incentive stipends under the Quinn Bill, which the state stopped funding earlier this year. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Science news » Nov 19, 2009
The agency did not recommend countries set limits on how many children people should have, but said: "Women with access to reproductive health services . Conservationists searching for one of the world's most endangered crocodile species say they have found dozens of the reptiles lounging in plain sight at a wildlife rescue center in Cambodia.DNA taken from 69 crocodiles housed in the moats of the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center showed nearly 50 percent were Siamese crocodiles, which until... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Hospitals tighten security on patient data Nov 19, 2009
The stimulus law has provision known as the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, which. It includes a broader definition of what patient health data must be protected against unauthorized release, increased penalties for violations and provides for aggressive enforcement. (FCW.com)
Southern Command gets network boost in Honduras Nov 19, 2009
The Information Technology Enterprise Solutions-2 Services (ITES-2S) award calls for Harris to assist the U.S. Southern Commands Command, Control, Communications and Computer Systems (C4S) operations and maintenance program for Joint Task Force-Bravo at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras. JTF-Bravo is the commander of all U.S. military operations in Central America. (FCW.com)
Wrigley cuts 37 jobs in 2nd layoffs since Mars buy Nov 19, 2009
(Crains) announced Wednesday it is eliminating 37 positions in its information technology department, its second round of job cuts since Mars Inc. acquired it last year. A Wrigley spokesman said the cuts are part of a consolidation of the department with Mars and that seven of the 37 are voluntary. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Another day, another cybersecurity breach at federal agencies Nov 19, 2009
The report, based on a September survey of 300 federal information technology security professionals, also found that the number and severity of cybersecurity incidents has stayed the same or increased in the last year. Defense and civilian IT security professionals say external sources are the biggest overall threat to their agency or network, with defense agencies indicating state-sponsored cybersecurity-warfare programs as their most significant external cybersecurity issue. (FCW.com)
Microsoft releases Office 2010, SharePoint 2010 betas Nov 19, 2009
Information technology organizations considering whether to upgrade to Office 2010 should poll users, according to a study released last week by Forrester Research, "." About 80 percent of companies surveyed earlier this year by Forrester use Office, but there are alternatives, including Google Apps, Zoho's hosted apps and OpenOffice. org, among others. (FCW.com)
NIH preparing small business GWAC for IT services Nov 19, 2009
The National Institutes of Health is preparing a solicitation for a small business contract to buy a broad variety of information technology services for health care and biomedical research. The NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center posted a on Nov. 16 on the Federal Business Opportunities Web site for a small business set-aside governmentwide acquisition contract. (FCW.com)
New guidelines issued for risk management in IT system security, authorization Nov 19, 2009
A revised set of guidelines for authorizing government information technology systems for operation focuses on implementing a risk management process and caps a three-year effort to harmonize IT certification and accreditation (C&A) across the civilian, defense and intelligence communities. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released for comment the of Special Publication 800-37 Revision 1, titled Guide for Applying the Risk Management Framework to Federal... (FCW.com)
Be receptive to change, or face losing your job Nov 19, 2009
for free extra services. Advice Library: practical tips from the experts. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Tax BPO at 11-13% over cost: Deloitte Nov 18, 2009
Introduction of the safe harbour rules is expected to improve the foreign investment climate in the information technology and IT enabled services sector such as BPOs by providing clarity on tax liability and simplicity in tax administration. The Budget 2009-10 had made an announcement in this regard and the Central Board of Direct Taxes, the apex direct tax body, is working on the rules expected to be announced soon. (India Times)
Lawyers, doctors top state pay lists Nov 18, 2009
Most of the rest on the highly paid list are agency directors, some engineers and information technology staff and attorneys working for Attorney Gen. Jon Bruning. Bruning himself makes 95,000 and was not on the list. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
From training center to college? Nov 18, 2009
Also, the technical school which offers programs in information technology, project management and medical technician training would be able to grow enrollment at its current locations, pursue different training programs and expand its campuses ... It was through seeing his own sons struggle to work day jobs and pay for a university education that he recognized a need for a fast-track computer training school that would position people for jobs in information technology. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
NoVa adds 8,000 government jobs Nov 18, 2009
Some of the biggest losses were in construction, trade and transportation and information technology. Northern Virginia s information technology work force shrank by 8. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Rackspace expanding cloud computing products Nov 18, 2009
The new products will allow clients to move all of their information technology applications into a virtual computing environment known as a cloud, which they can access online. The new product offerings include Rackspace Cloud Drive, Rackspace Server Backup and an upcoming release of Hosted Microsoft Sharepoint. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
DNP, MPI and Sony Develop MasterCard Compatible IC Credit Card Using Plastic Derived from Biobased Polymer (PLA) Nov 18, 2009
Sony Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and on-line businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. (JCN Network, Japan)
- Nancy and Danny exchanged vows May 23, 2009 0 Nov 18, 2009
The bride is a 1986 graduate of Brawley Union High School, has a Master of Science degree in Management Information Systems, and is employed by the County of Los Angeles as an Information Technology Specialist. The groom, a retired USMC Sergeant, is a 1994 graduate of Bell High School, has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration, and is employed by the County of Los Angeles as a Lieutenant. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Computer Security Challenged By Web 2.0 'Endpoint' Growth Nov 18, 2009
"There's this whole big wake-up call, and it's leaving IT (information technology) departments quite nervous." ... Fuzzy as it seems, cloud computing is the new big thing in information technology. (Investors Business Daily)
Not backing it up can be costly Nov 18, 2009
A day of downtime at the Calera-based blended food seasoning business translates into losses of $100,000, said John Burks, director of information technology and accounting ... Nearly a quarter of small businesses received a D or F grade for their information technology effectiveness, according to the results of a survey released in July ... Katrina opened a lot of eyes, information technology consulting firm Chief Operating Officer Kevin Fuller said. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Stephen Millard Harrington Nov 18, 2009
Harrington worked in Information Technology at Wellington for 12 years. He was known for mentoring colleagues, and often volunteered his time to coach colleagues on professional development issues. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Dozen Chemicals Strongly Impact Climate Change Nov 18, 2009
The study employed both results from experimental observations and from computer modeling using supercomputers from Information Technology at Purdue (ITaP), Purdue's central information technology organization, and NASA. The goal was to determine which chemical and physical properties are most important in contributing to global warming. "Believe it or not, nobody has ever delineated these properties," Lee said. (Science Daily)
Only 5 percent plan to buy a home next year Nov 18, 2009
In July, Handley, who works in the information technology department for the State of Delaware, took a pay cut and the $400 monthly savings from the new loan has helped cushion the blow. Almost a quarter of Americans who refinanced their mortgages have used the savings for living expenses or paying down debt, the survey found. (MSNBC -- Business)
Pinnacle slips to 3Q loss Nov 18, 2009
A more than 50 percent plunge in revenue helped push Groveport information technology business into red ink for the third quarter ... Pinnacle (AMEX:PNS), which designs and builds computer systems and provides information technology management services, lost $361,000 on $63. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Rapid permitting attracts firm to Manatee Nov 18, 2009
a supply chain information technology company that operates in the health care industry, has moved its corporate headquarters from Sarasota to Manatee County. DemanData moved into the newly renovated Gulf Coast Corporate Park of Palmetto last month, according to the s Economic Development Council. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
New worm poses DoS attack threat Nov 18, 2009
c worm, a variant of that achieved modest distribution by posing as a message from a company's information technology staff, was first detected late Thursday and managed to infect a handful of PCs. Craig Schmugar, a virus research engineer at security company McAfee's Antivirus Emergency Response Team, said the worm's spread already appeared to be ebbing by midday. (Yahoo News -- Computer Viruses & Worms)
New Enterprise gets $4M investment Nov 18, 2009
NEA is one of the most active venture capital firms in the world, according to the Fund, with a portfolio of companies ranging from information technology to healthcare to energy technology ... Its goal is to increase the availability of capital in strategic sectors such as life sciences, clean energy, water, homeland security, aerospace and defense, information technology and advanced manufacturing. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
A warning on Colorado's economy Nov 18, 2009
That means that Colorado has to continue to import college graduates from other states to supply to its aerospace and information technology sectors, an unstable proposition, Clark said. If you want your economy at risk, you put it at risk by relying on other states to educate your work force, Clark said. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Undersea cable revolution: Regulators gear up for challenge Nov 18, 2009
West Africa, for many years, had access to one undersea cable, SAT-3, which connects the sub-region to the international community, beside satellite, in terms of information technology. SAT-3, which had a relatively smaller capacity of 120 gigabytes, was monopolised by state-owned operators, including Ghana Telecom (now Vodafone Ghana), South African Telekom and others. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
US boosts India's anti-terror efforts Nov 18, 2009
Investigation of Headley's movements have revealed stays in Delhi and south India, including near potential terrorist targets such as the strategic port area of Kochi and the information technology hub of Bangalore. It is also suspected that Headley and Rana were looking to enlist the help of home-grown Indian terror outfits, such as the banned Students Islamic Movement of India. (Asia Times Online)
Japan doomsdayfears premature Nov 18, 2009
And it bears remembering that the restructuring of the American economy that led to US dominance in emerging information technology sectors in the 1990s had its roots in the high-interest rate, high-dollar environment of the pre-Plaza Accord 1980s. 1] Furthermore, as a glance at places like Shanghai or the eastern seaboard of Thailand can affirm, Japanese business is now irrevocably committed to waves of foreign direct investment - a strategy for which a super strong yen is a very powerful tool. (Asia Times Online)
Building Lotus Support in Your Company Nov 17, 2009
John Roling is the Manager of Information Technology for a North American trade-show exhibit company and a certified Lotus Notes Administrator, Developer and all-around geek. You can keep up with him at his blog (www. (IntranetJournal)
NuVision Unveils Two LUCIDIUM FX5 120HZ Ultimate Performance LCD HDTVs Nov 17, 2009
Mr. Sturgeon has a background in information technology and has served in various consulting capacities for Fortune 500 companies such as J.P. Morgan Chase, Verizon Communications, Proctor e and Nationwide Insurance. He has a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Wright State University. (Multichannel News)
Egypt bids for Arabic domain name Nov 17, 2009
Information Technology Minister Tarek Kamel said Monday that the measure will make the Internet accessible to the millions in the region unable to access an Internet dominated by Latin characters ... Information Technology Minister Tarek Kamel said Monday that the measure. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Open Range Energy Corp. Reports Third Quarter Results, Provides Operational Outlook and Announces First-Half 2010 Guidance Nov 17, 2009
Key areas being addressed are also being reviewed to determine any information technology issues, the impact on internal controls over financial reporting and the impact on business activities including the effect, if any, on covenants and compensation arrangements. External advisors have been retained and are assisting management with the project on an as-needed basis. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
TCS diversifying client base Nov 17, 2009
The Indian Information Technology industry including -- TCS and its peers such as Infosys Technologies and Wipro -- played a major part in "the country's transformation from ox-cart economy to fast-growing, sophisticated Asian giant.". The IT industry generated $47 billion in exports in the fiscal year ending in March and claims it has created nearly half of India's urban jobs directly and indirectly. (India Times, India)
Pharmaceutical firms view Malaysia as ideal location for research Nov 17, 2009
Alexandre F. Jetzer-Chung of Novartis International AG said Malaysia had a bigger potential as it had impressive information technology and medical facilities. News Poll. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jupitermedia Corporation Nov 17, 2009
WebMediaBrands Inc. (Nasdaq: WEBM), () headquartered in New York, NY, is a global provider of information for creative, business and information technology professionals, operating three distinct online networks: Mediabistro. com, Internet. (LinuxPlanet)
Seoul food: Hot restaurant in Korea defies odds, sells only U.S. steaks Nov 17, 2009
Kim, 45, who has enjoyed a varied career as an architect, in textiles, online gaming, information technology and working for the international arm of McDonald's, made his decision to open STK 528 while the memories of last summer's riots in Seoul were fresh. He unveiled the finished product - his first-ever venture into the restaurant business - in the spring of 2009 while friends and confidants urged him to change his mind. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Dell, ACS eye health IT growth Nov 17, 2009
Health care information technology generated about half of Perot Systems 2008 revenue of $2 ... About $1 billion of ACS s revenue comes health care information technology, said Paul Solverson, a partner for strategic advisory services for ACS Health Care Solutions in Dearborn, Mich ... Like Dell Perot Systems, ACS plans to add jobs to support health care information technology, Solverson said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
China to send trade, investment delegation to Europe Nov 17, 2009
The tour, organized by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export of Machinery and Electronic Products, would involve the sectors of energy, aviation, automobile, telecommunications, machinery, and information technology, Yao said. The delegation would hold economic and trade cooperation forum and talks with European enterprises, Yao said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Attractions Industry Brings 'Big Show' to the 'Bright Lights' of Las Vegas Nov 17, 2009
Industry service companies specializing in theming, design, ticketing, and information technology also fill 1 million square feet of convention center space. Approximately 25,000 professionals from the world's top theme and amusement parks, waterparks, zoos, aquariums, museums, family entertainment centers, casinos, and resorts are on site to network and learn about new trends and innovations for 2010 and beyond. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
