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<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>cmlgrnd.info</title> <atom:link href="http://cmlgrnd.info/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:55:58 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.3</generator> <item> <title>Technology Topics for Think Tanks and Radio Responses for Listeners Debated</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/technology-topics-for-think-tanks-and-radio-responses-for-listeners-debated.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/technology-topics-for-think-tanks-and-radio-responses-for-listeners-debated.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2023 12:15:36 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cloud]]></category> <category><![CDATA[headset]]></category> <category><![CDATA[information]]></category> <category><![CDATA[intelligence]]></category> <category><![CDATA[management]]></category> <category><![CDATA[mobile]]></category> <category><![CDATA[news]]></category> <category><![CDATA[radiology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[smart]]></category> <category><![CDATA[systems]]></category> <category><![CDATA[tech]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=54</guid> <description><![CDATA[Welcome radio listeners and online article readers. In fact, welcome everyone not only to this program but also to the future. Technology is changing the way we live each and every day in very profound ways. It is also constantly … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/technology-topics-for-think-tanks-and-radio-responses-for-listeners-debated.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Welcome radio listeners and online article readers. In fact, welcome everyone not only to this program but also to the future. Technology is changing the way we live each and every day in very profound ways. It is also constantly rearranging the free-market with disruptive technologies causing challenges for status quo old companies, employment, and it’s difficult for the colleges and universities to keep up with this technology, as it seems they are always teaching and training people to do last year’s jobs.Therefore, in the future these folks who have paid $100,000 in student loans may not even be working in those fields where they got their degrees. Statistically that has been the case, but it is going to be even more so in the future. Okay so, that’s what this program is about today on this 23rd day of October 2012 – how the future technologies will change everything.The rules are simple; I talk, you listen. Then after 30 minutes I will open up the phone lines, or if you are reading this article online you may post a comment below. The first topic of the day is;1.) Google’s Dominance and Disruption to the Newspaper IndustryIndeed, I believe it was Larry Page of Google who noted that the newspaper industry’s days are numbered. He stated that there won’t be newspapers in the future; that is printed words on paper being delivered to your doorstep. He was predicting the death of newspapers, and he did predict when it would happen, he said it could happen in a few years, or perhaps even a decade, but they wouldn’t exist in the future. Few could deny what he was saying, and when he made that common a few years ago the newspapers were laying off, merging, or simply going out of business.Some newspapers have found that they can set up pay walls to make extra money, and perhaps the technology we talk about as tablet computers has at least help them in that regard where people can take their newspaper with them on the go, and read it online for a couple of dollars a month or week. This is worked well for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and other well-known and well read newspapers. But it doesn’t seem to be working for all the local newspapers, although some who have a stranglehold on their local market are doing okay with pay walls as well.Then again, why would anyone pay to view a newspaper online when they can go to Google News, surf the news and get information from all over the planet, perhaps even better information, or articles which have been downloaded from the Associated Press into regional newspapers. Often many of these stories we read on the other side of these pay walls is nothing more than regurgitated Associated Press news anyway. Thus, one should ask; why should we pay?An article on ARS Technica titled; “Brazilian press to Google News: pay up or leave our content alone – Google says being told to pay is like, “taxing a taxi driver for taking tourists to eat.” By Megan Geuss on October 21, 2012 was curious. The same thing has been happening in France, and other places and it appears that they are trying to get Google tripped up in copyright law. You must realize that copyright law is different in Europe and perhaps in Brazil and other places. In the United States we have “Fair Use” case law on the books which seems to allow at least a paragraph and reference to a new story.Google has been quite good at sending traffic based on this “fair use principle” with links to the actual article, that is if you want to read more. Sometimes people don’t, and perhaps this is what the Brazilian press is concerned about. People just read the first paragraph, and headline, and then they don’t need to read the newspaper, buy the newspaper, or pay to go beyond the pay wall of that organization online. These companies believe it is hurting sales, but in actuality Google is probably helping them much more than it is hurting them. Shouldn’t the newspapers all over the world get with the program and get into the 21st century?The reality is that status quo industries die hard, and they fight to the end using their power to propel their political will onto the market. However, with no innovation everyone is left back in the Stone Age, and that means we may as well be reading our text on chiseled stone, or hard to get parchment paper. The printing press changed the world, and now it is changing again, it’s time to get up with the program, and enjoy the trillions of pages online from whatever new source they come from. If these Brazilian newspapers wish to limit what their readers read and be their sole source of information that is rather self-serving.Further, the mass media has often tried to control the minds of the people, and therefore has absolute control over the politics of the society and civilization. Obviously they don’t wish to lose that, and who could blame them, power is addictive. We know that from our own politics, and we certainly know it from human history. There are no differences from what I can see. Of course, one could say that all of this Internet flow of information contains very few gems, and much of it is just a barrage of information pollution. Speaking of pollution let’s switch gears and talk about real pollution and some new technologies for moment shall we?2.) Better Local Pollution Emissions TechnologyRecently, the AQMD in Southern California had complained that pollution levels had increased. But where was all this pollution coming from? Well, it was coming from a number of sources, different types of pollution interacting. Some of that, 1% of the pollution in the atmosphere in California has blown across the entire Pacific ocean from China. China says it isn’t their pollution because they are making products to send to America, therefore it is actually America’s pollution, therefore the United States shouldn’t complain.Indeed, China is using coal-fired plants to generate electricity often without the clean coal technology which they now have available to them if they wish to buy it from Germany, or in some cases they’ve already copied it and installed themselves. You have to love the Chinese when it comes to proprietary information, they don’t seem to have any ethical knowledge of how that works, perhaps because their society went for thousands of years copying each other, and they assume that if you were a friend, or a fellow farmer you would share your secrets and cultivation technology with them.Indeed, during the Communist periods they also shared technology, and they didn’t have patent law or intellectual property rights. Their culture is much different this regard and it’s been difficult for them to grasp this concept, but then again there are also companies which know the rules, but flagrantly violate them to turn a huge profit. Now then, back to the pollution problem in Southern California. It was also noted by the University of Riverside that much of the pollution in the LA basin was coming from not only the aircraft at the airport at LAX, but also from the ships bringing products into port Los Angeles and Long Beach port.These giant cargo ships would get in long lines bringing, and while waiting in line idle their smoky and sooty diesel engines, waiting to unload their containers from Asia, mostly China. Those big diesel engines do not have pollution control devices on them like our modern day trucks and automobiles. They spew pollution into the atmosphere and during those foggy days it would combine with water vapor and other pollution caused by local surface transportation, refineries, and factories. These combinations make a wicked ugly looking atmosphere blocking out the beautiful blue sky. To top it off, the trains which are often able to allow for more pollution (old rules for rail) would pick up those containers and take them across the country. Because many of these cargo ships could not get through the Panama Canal as they are so large, they drop off the containers and then they go by rail the rest of the country.Containers going locally in California or nearby states will often jump on intermodal trucks for some of the distance, and those trucks add traffic to our freeways and smog to the atmosphere as well. Now then, Gizmag had an interesting article; “New software improves measurement of greenhouse gas emissions,” by Antonio Pasolini published on October 22, 2012. These new technologies along with the software can help us know where the smog is actually coming from. My question is what happens when the EPA gets a hold of this, and starts going after specific companies, and industries with this new knowledge?It’s not that we don’t wish to reduce pollution, no one wishes to breathe dirty air, but this will throw new rules and regulations and rather staunch enforcement on industries which previously haven’t had to deal with it. One could say they’ve been polluting all long, it’s time they stop. Surely, but if we clamp down on them too quickly, we will disrupt the supply chain, raise consumer prices, and have to deal with increased wholesale inflation on everything that we buy. So this technology helps us understand our environment and the actual emissions into the atmosphere from human activity, but it is also quite disruptive because the regulatory authority, specifically the EPA knows no bounds.Of course, then we will get into issues with union lobbyists, and big companies who do not wish to comply with onerous EPA rules and they will tell everyone that if the EPA doesn’t knock it off, they will lay off workers. That could hurt the economy as well, and therefore they may go after little companies rather than the big companies, therefore creating barriers to entry in various industries, or the EPA could require new pollution control devices which would be too expensive for small businesses, therefore the larger businesses will survive, and the small businesses which provide competition creating lower prices for consumers will go the way side.Indeed everything is interrelated, the advection fog that we see during the “June Gloom” off the coast of California, that fog mixes with the pollution and it heats up in a temperature inversion challenge in the LA basin. Throw in a few X-flares and solar maximum with increased temperatures, and now we’ve got the pot cooking exacerbating the pollution problem. Speaking of X-flares they probably affect much more than we might realize. So let’s talk about that for a moment shall we?3.) X-Flares Occurring and Days of Rage ConsideredNot only do solar flares and the solar maximum cause faster polar ice melt issues and change the mixtures and re-combinations of pollution while causing temperature inversions carrying that pollutions higher and thus, across a greater region, but some surmise that it also effects human behavior, at least social scientists have been attempting to study these correlations although the data is hard to get ahold of and we are learning more and more each year about such anomalies, or even inverse relations to solar flares.On October 23, 2012 there was an X-1 class solar flare, which will affect the upper atmosphere during daylight hours over Asia and Australia. It would indeed be interesting to see if things heat up there in those regions with regards to minor civil unrest, increase in crime, or greater tensions over the territorial waters off the coast of China. We might find some interesting things in the news if we were to put the puzzle pieces together? And what of the Middle East during solar flare events – as in what happens when the Arab Spring, or fall fighting season corresponds to already overblown tensions plus the proverbial religious holidays of either side while solar flares are occurring?Want to check the record and recent history and get back to me on that one? The reason I ask is; I was talking to someone from Washington state up in the Seattle area, a social worker, who indicated to me that her large caseload allowed her to see the differences of when her clientele had fits of anger, or challenges with their behavior. I met her in the Starbucks, and she proposed that my hypothesis was real, and she convinced herself of that fact. I don’t believe we have enough empirical data or evidence to prove it, but I think more research is needed. Oh, and speaking of Starbucks and having conversations I think the world has changed a little bit and let me tell you why;4.) Are Tablet Sales Helping Retail Sales at Starbucks?It seems to me that more people come into Starbucks and they are busy playing on their iPhone, Android, or tablet computer. They are reading the news and minding their own business almost as if they are ignoring everyone else in the place. It used to be that people went to coffee shops to have a dialogue or discussion, or get social interaction. Today people are going and sitting down, plugging into the free outlet and using the free Wi-Fi. They don’t seem to be doing a lot of talking, albeit some of them get on their cell phones and disrupt everyone else.So, is Starbucks the new place to go now not to have an intellectual discussion, but rather to use your personal tech devices so you don’t have to sit at home and you can be on the go? In other words, is it a destination point other than where you live to get out of the house and use your personal technology? Is that helping Starbucks sales? It could be, and they seem to be catering to that crowd, although they are catering to anyone who comes in to buy for dollar cup of coffee I suppose.Indeed, I don’t think it is hurting sales, although it is difficult these days to get a decent conversation, thus, it may be limiting some of those folks from coming in as often, but then again many people are addicted to caffeine so they are going to go there and sit amongst the people with their tablet computers, perhaps sharing information with them in real-time. I’ve seen that happen too, where the debates and discussions are done in real time. Where someone will say; “did you hear about” such and such, and the other person will say; “yes” because they just got a news alert themselves.Maybe these tablets are becoming a muse for coffee shop discourse? What I’m saying is this, technology is often disruptive and it changes the way we think, and live our lives. Have you ever wondered what will happen when 3-D printers are in every home? Let’s discuss that.5.) 3-D Printers May Change Our Home LivesWell, why go shopping at the store if you can buy the material you need, and merely print your furniture, silverware, cups, plates, houseplant pots, figurines, and other home decorations? Perhaps tools for the garage, picture frames, and all sorts of other things. That would be my guess, and I believe that’s happening in the future. Once you print something, depending on the type of material you use you may need to heat it up in an oven, or zap it in the microwave to get the material to fully fuse together, and harden the material so it never falls apart.Does this mean people will be buying larger microwaves, and request larger ovens in their home? Will this spur on more home appliance sales for General Electric and other appliance makers? That would be my guess, and I wonder if Hewlett-Packard understands that future as well? Maybe they may have six-in-one printers instead of five-in-one (printer, fax, scanner, etc.) for the future? Likewise, the quality of 3-D printer you buy will determine the quality of the product you produce when you order the electronic file with the CADCAM design of exactly what you want.Indeed, people will be able to tell if you created the object using a high-quality 3-D printer, or some cheap knockoff brand. Let’s say a figurine might be judged by its quality and by its attention to detail. That doesn’t mean you couldn’t take and X-Acto knife before you harden it to ensure the details are pristine. You may even decide to paint the figurine thus, painting over any flaws. Then you will throw it in the oven, before you put it on display in your home. Does this mean that hobby craft supplies may be a nice place to invest, or will it too be a victim of 3-D printing where people print those supplies as well?In any case, because of this issue of quality and detail we may have more of our citizenry going for quality rather than quantity. Okay so, which manufactures will be hurt by 3-D printing in the future? It could cause a terrible challenge for the transportation industry because they will no longer be shipping products, and it could hurt the commercial real estate industry because big box retailers will not need to display items anymore, everyone will order it online, even use holographic displays to see the item before they order the file to print it at home.China could be the big loser in this because they do so much in-country manufacturing. It could cause 100 million people to lose their jobs in China for instance. That could be enough to economically implode the country, causing an overthrow of the government. Sure, that is a speculative theory, but not so out of whack considering human history you see.What about auto parts manufacturers? Many of those jobs have moved to Mexico from the United States, and we have a tremendous number of knockoff automotive parts being produced in China. This does an end run on China and the intellectual property and patents theft, which one could say is poetic justice, but we will be hurt here at home too. We make parts for all sorts of things; cars, trucks, airplanes, medical devices, hardware, and you name it. That will surely hurt manufacturing jobs.Of course, it will spawn a new industry of 3-D printing material, and it really already has. There are several companies that think they have a lockdown on what type of material will be used in future, but I assure you that as these 3-D printers get better, and we get better at manipulating molecular assembly, and assimilation, that those pioneers of these 3-D printing materials will have to stay up with the game, or relinquish their market share to future innovation.Now then, if folks are shopping less at retail stores, that will affect the retail industry as well, but people might also be driving less, therefore cutting down on the amount of fuel that that use. Still, this means that sales tax revenue for the cities, counties, and states will decline because they will be buying less fuel, and fewer things in the retail store. Also, you can expect that those items that they print in their own home will cost less than if they purchase them in a store, because the store has the supply chain which also adds to the cost of the product. Therefore all the things that they print will in fact be cheaper for that consumer. Lower costs mean lower sales tax revenue as a percentage.Further, it is the materials which are sold in bulk where the consumer will be spending the most money, just as now people can almost get a free printer, but the big money is made in the price of the ink they have to buy to keep it recharged, just look at the prior decade of HP earnings as they are broken down in their annual shareholder’s reports.What I’m saying is this will be a paradigm shift and affect every industry all at once. If you think that future isn’t coming, believe me it’s already in the pipeline and we already have 3-D printers in many high schools throughout the nation. Students are getting the idea of exactly what this technology can do for the future, and they are creating new applications for it.Anyone who stops and thinks about it can see how it will affect whatever industry they are in – just think of the construction industry. If you need more nails, you don’t have to go down to the hardware store, you just make them on the job site. A plumber would not need to bring any pipes on his truck, all he’d need to do is take his portable 3-D printer, and do a 3-D scan of the pipe fitting that broke, and then print it and use it, job done, here’s your bill. No need to run to the hardware store to buy a part, and then come back later. He will be much more efficient.Each entrepreneur in every single industry will consider what they need, and how they can use a 3-D printer to solve those problems. Once the technology exists, and it is workable, it will be everywhere. Humans seem to love things, they collect trinkets, objects, and they display them in their homes and domiciles. That is human nature. That is how human culture has evolved in society. It hardly matters which civilization you go to, they all have their knickknacks, statues, and artwork for display. Now they can display it all to their heart’s content.There will be even greater abundance of choices. Perhaps people’s homes will become almost like museums of their own interests. Someone who likes aviation might have every model of every airplane ever built all over their home. Maybe this will replace bookshelves because books are all going to be electronic. Perhaps you have friends like I do who collect things. Once they get a hold of a catalog, or go online and see what’s available, they will be printing away like mad. Indeed I bet the professional psychiatry and psychology associations will come up with new mental addiction disorders to explain all this – it’s much like hoarding in a way – and we’ve all seen those crazy TV show examples.That wouldn’t surprise me at all, nor should it surprise you. After all, we now realize that people get addicted to video games, and that our personal technologies are causing a lack of attention. Modern technology causes such things, and we should be ready for the next wave of 3-D printing challenges on our society and civilization. Perhaps all this is nothing more than the modern version of cave paintings. So, has mankind really changed all that much?Many folks claim that people are too materialistic in our modern society, sure that’s true enough – these same folks will tell us that consumerism has ruined society, okay maybe to some extent that too might be the case, still, when 3-D printers are in every home, let’s just see what all those detractors of human innate characteristics happen to say when they themselves start printing away!Tell you what, why not walk around your home for 15-minutes – right now and start writing down all the things you see, the smaller items perhaps under 2-foot by 2-foot. If you will note your home is filled with such items, just look in your kitchen, living room, home office, bedroom, and your bathrooms. See what I mean. Nearly all of it could be 3-D printed. Plus, if you don’t like something, let’s say that ugly cable TV box, you could order the e-design for a façade cover, one which let in airflow, but one which would allow that cable box to become a nice shape of something you like instead, or the base for an object.Maybe you like model sailing ships from the Spanish Armada? Your cable TV box becomes the base of the model ship which covers up the ugly design and hides it in an art form for instance. Please realize I just made this up, but it could be whatever you want. Use your creativity, maybe you could become a designer and find folks willing to buy your designs for common things like this online and you receive a royalty from the online catalog.Perhaps Amazon will get into the scene, or maybe this will be a new venue for Google, Microsoft, Apple, HP, or some new brilliant start-up entrepreneur who starts this business out of their dorm room at Harvard and also gets the money connections he needs to nearly unlimited capital to make it happen – and then goes public – think about how many times that scenario has happened and how it’s changed our world forever – and it hardly has to be Harvard for an optimal start-up.Indeed, I hope you are beginning to see the glimpse into this future, the future of 3-D printing, because like the social networks, Internet, search engines, computer, and mobile tech this changes everything in every industry. The world will never be the same, the cat is out of the box, and it is alive – and it has been eating catnip, so look out.Okay, well, my 30-minutes of talking are up, and you don’t have to listen to me anymore, it’s your turn to talk, and thus, I will open the phone lines. If you are reading this as a radio transcript turned into an online article, well, go ahead and leave a message below.”Welcome caller number 4, you are on the air, what say you?” </p><div class="mads-block"></div>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/technology-topics-for-think-tanks-and-radio-responses-for-listeners-debated.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>3 Steps To Identify Most Appropriate Travel Technology Solution For Your Business</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/3-steps-to-identify-most-appropriate-travel-technology-solution-for-your-business.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/3-steps-to-identify-most-appropriate-travel-technology-solution-for-your-business.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2023 11:18:22 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=52</guid> <description><![CDATA[Over the last 10 years, the travel business scenario has changed significantly. Today selling travel products is all about ‘best’ rates. To sustain in the battle to offer the ‘best deal’ and ‘best fare’ to the consumers, travel business owners … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/3-steps-to-identify-most-appropriate-travel-technology-solution-for-your-business.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Over the last 10 years, the travel business scenario has changed significantly. Today selling travel products is all about ‘best’ rates. To sustain in the battle to offer the ‘best deal’ and ‘best fare’ to the consumers, travel business owners have been forced to reduce almost all of their possible profit margins.I still remember when a service fee of $6 was a norm across online sales of air tickets. Commissions and contracts were available to travel agents. Cancellation fee on hotels were healthy.The emergence of large online travel agencies changed the rules of the business across the globe. Fuel prices and global economic conditions added to the challenges of earning healthy margins. Travel became the most competitive business. Commissions dried up. Segment fees reduced and “no fee” became the new best seller.On the Travel Technology side, along with successful implementations, I have heard stories of many failures where travel businesses were not able to derive what they wanted from technology. Most of the time the key reasons for failure has been:Over ambitious technology goal on a constrained budget Lack of ‘competitive’ Travel Technology expertise Poor IT team and management, suffering from ‘over promise’ and ‘under deliver’ In this ecosystem, how could a travel business set about defining an effective Technology Strategy for itself?As a travel technologist, I have many motivations to say “buy my software”, but in my experience that’s not a good pitch. After carefully analyzing various successes and failures in the industry, here is what I feel I have learned:Step 1: Identify what Travel Technology you needWell, it is easier said than done. Most of the time not articulating the technology needs well is the biggest hurdle in Technology Strategy. As a travel business, here is what you could do to clearly articulate the need for technology.Pen down the technology needs of the organization as envisioned by the business owner / key management personnel Consult with people external to the organization such as technology consultants, Travel Technology companies, GDS account managers, CRS / Suppliers and Travel Technology bloggers Let a technology company interview you and recommend a solution. This is generally free most of the times. Pursuing one or more of these three exercises diligently will build enough knowledge base about what your internal Technology Strategy should be. Identify and validate these thoughts with inputs from internal operations and marketing teams.Step 2: Build vs. Buy?This is considered the most complex question. The answer lies in dividing Travel Technology needs in three buckets.ProprietaryCustomizedOut of the BoxWhat is proprietary?It is important to identify your differentiator as a travel business. Most of the time, proprietary defines a piece of technology which reduces OPEX corresponding to your business operations or is the biggest revenue generator corresponding to your business model.What is a customized need?Is there any part of your technology needs that could be sourced through an existing technology solution, customized per your need?What can be out of the box?This might be the most effort intensive part of your technology needs and may require a tremendous investment to build. Getting an out of the box solution that meets the majority of your requirements and configuring it as per your needs, is the ideal way. How to evaluate an out of the box solution is in itself a comprehensive process.Now we come to the next complex part of this exercise.Step 3: Identify the right budget and vendorIdentifying the right budget and the vendor is the most common shopping problem in every business sector. It takes a lot of time and energy to reach to a decision.Let’s compare technology acquisition to the decision of buying a laptop. There are many vendors to choose from. There are laptops priced from $300 to $3000. Your decision to buy would be shaped by the life of the laptop, and the continuity of business (your work) it will guarantee.Similarly, the continuity of your travel business would significantly depend on the Travel Technology you choose. That is why identifying the right budget, and the vendor is a complex decision.I would attempt to breakdown the process of identifying a vendor into simpler steps since just asking a vendor for a quote would not necessarily help find the right one.Expertise – Does the vendor has expertise in the travel business?Support & Servicing – Travel is a service business. Irrespective of whether the product is ‘off the shelf’ or is being built for you, longevity and promptness of support is critically important to maintain a personalized quality of service to your customers.Customization needed vs. Customizability -What is the future customizability of the software? (Applicable to both out of the box or custom built software) Whether customization done today decrease future cost of changing the technology? This is an important question to ask and seek answers to.Value Add – Another important evaluation parameter for selecting a vendor is to check what part /component of the software is available free of cost and would remain so in the future.Stability – Your guarantee of service to your customers depends on the stability of your vendor. It is important to seek answers to questions such as is the vendor going to be in business for long? How are you safeguarded if a vendor goes out of business?References – Who are the customers of the vendor? Can the vendor provide references?Maturity – Is the vendor’s organization a product oriented and innovation driven institution or do they survive by making money from one gig to another?Empathy – Does the vendor considers your business as their own? How willing is the vendor to empathize with your business challenges?Budgeting for technology is also a little challenging. It may be worthwhile to look beyond the onetime fee and understand all cost factors, including the cost of extended support the vendor may provide during your business life-cycle.Cost should also include additional overheads of implementing technology, especially when you are dealing with GDS or CRS / Consolidators. Budgeting done in partnership with a selected vendor often yields the best results.I have attempted to lay out a model that would help travel businesses shape their Technology Strategy.As always, I would happy to hear your experiences and views. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/3-steps-to-identify-most-appropriate-travel-technology-solution-for-your-business.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Need Auto Insurance? Find Out How Here</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/need-auto-insurance-find-out-how-here.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/need-auto-insurance-find-out-how-here.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 19:53:41 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Advertising & Marketing]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=50</guid> <description><![CDATA[It is mandatory for all new car owners to get auto insurance. The Road Traffic Act stipulates that all motorists should be insured against liability and it declares driving a car without a minimum level of insurance is illegal. The … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/need-auto-insurance-find-out-how-here.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> It is mandatory for all new car owners to get auto insurance. The Road Traffic Act stipulates that all motorists should be insured against liability and it declares driving a car without a minimum level of insurance is illegal. The violation can attract severe civil and criminal penalties. This can be easily avoided by securing a proper auto insurance cover for your vehicle as per your state’s demands. It is quite a simple process.Nowadays, there is so much dependence on vehicles that the best thing to do is to follow all stipulated guidelines religiously. Getting the right auto insurance cover is one of them.What Is Auto Insurance All About?Auto Insurance simply means a contract or an agreement between an auto owner and an insurance company. Under this contract, premium is paid to the insurer and in return he pays for any car related losses as detailed in the policy.Key Legal RequirementsIn order to get an insurance cover for your vehicle, you would need to fulfill the following requirements. It’s advisable to find out the requirements in your respective state since these may vary. However, these are the broad requirements for auto insurance.Firstly, you should be in possession of a valid driver’s license before you go in for registration or insuring your car. For your license you would need to approach your local DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles). This is the primary requirement.You will also need to have an auto title. It is a legal certificate of ownership that confirms that you own the car. Most of the paperwork is already done when you purchase a gar from a dealer. Licensed dealers are needed to transfer the title of the car in your name. The title will list the owner’s name, address, make of the car, model and year of the car and the date of sale. This should be retained by you.Next, you need to get your car registered. You can apply for registration at the local DMV. The requirements may vary from state to state. In order to register your vehicle, you will require a valid driving license, signed certificate of title for the car, address of residence and proof of your insurance.The law also stipulates that that a vehicle more than three years old should have a valid MOT certificate. It is not possible to tax a vehicle without MOT and certificate of insurance and driving without them is an offence.It is also vital to keep the insurance company informed in case of any vehicle modifications and fixed penalties. Failing to do so is an offense and may affect any claim that you make.You are also legally obliged to take the basic level of auto insurance that will cover you against third party claims. Since the legal requirements for auto insurance vary from state to state, you will need to clarify the level of cover that you require while taking auto insurance. Only insuring the legal minimum isn’t necessarily the best choice to make.As a proof of your auto insurance, the company issues you the following documents – A Certificate of insurance which will also be required for buying your road tax; A cover note that will act as a temporary policy and certificate until your new insurance policy has been set up; and Policy documents which gives a detail of all that you are covered for. Read the documents carefully to understand your rights and obligations under the policy.Insurance companies have set up claim help lines and accident emergency recovery hotlines for ensuring a smoother process. In case of any ambiguity in terms of insurance or legal requirements, get your doubts cleared by talking to the company. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/need-auto-insurance-find-out-how-here.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>How to Get the Best Auto Insurance Companies and Its Quotes?</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/how-to-get-the-best-auto-insurance-companies-and-its-quotes.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/how-to-get-the-best-auto-insurance-companies-and-its-quotes.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 18:47:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[insurance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[auto insurance]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=48</guid> <description><![CDATA[In order to find a good car insurance company or quotes, you need to spend ample time shopping around and look for some competitive quotes to compare from. There are many methods where you can utilize to search for the … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/how-to-get-the-best-auto-insurance-companies-and-its-quotes.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> In order to find a good car insurance company or quotes, you need to spend ample time shopping around and look for some competitive quotes to compare from. There are many methods where you can utilize to search for the best auto insurance, such as through phone by calling up the auto insurance company, search the internet, look into the yellow pages, contact the insurance broker are probably some of the most common ways to find your best auto insurance price.Now, let us review how each of these methods fare among one another,<br />- Calling up the auto insurance company or agent – one is unable to get the latest information on all the necessary packages available from the auto insurance company and nor are you able to get the best price by using this method.- The yellow pages might not always being updated completely on real time. In such a case, the likelihood of you not getting some of the key car insurance prices is very highly. The chance is that through the yellow pages, you might miss out reviewing some of the key insurance companies latest insurance prices.- If you deal through a broker, you might only be likely to get those quotes from the insurance companies which the brokers are dealing with, but you are unable to get the quotes from other auto insurance companies where he had not being engaged with.- With the popularity of Internet today, it had become the fastest and easiest method for car insurance search as it is free, no time bound, no geographical constraint and best of all, you do not need to meet up the agent face to face to understand the related car insurance quotes or its plan.<br />If everyone here agrees with me that the Internet is the best place to look out car insurance price and the insurance provider itself, then let’s go through some of the additional benefits where we can obtain from utilizing the internet as the key tool for getting the rightful type of car insurance,- Once you have completed filling in all the required information such as your insurance requirements, prioritized criteria,age, gender and the model of the vehicle that you are driving, the car insurance “seeker”, he will be contacting some of the competitive car insurance providers to review your requirements, then he will get these insurance providers to directly communicate with you to share what they have with you.- Not only that you are able to save up your time and money through the assistance of the insurance “seeker” because they are professionals who deal a lot on car insurance and with his help, there are a lot of unnecessary processes where you can avoid altogether saving time.Lastly, it is wise to check out from the Better Business Bureau ( BBB ) if there have been any bad customers’ complaints against that specific nsurance company for the last two years. If the insurance company is clean of customers’ complaints over the recent years, then you can be quote assured that this might be the best auto insurance company as far as their price and customer experience goes. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/how-to-get-the-best-auto-insurance-companies-and-its-quotes.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Is Your Investing Turning Into An Addiction?</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/is-your-investing-turning-into-an-addiction.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/is-your-investing-turning-into-an-addiction.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 18:07:18 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[investments]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=46</guid> <description><![CDATA[Investing your money in worthwhile ventures and investment vehicles is a worthwhile pursuit. The desire to see your money grow and to secure your financial future is normal and encouraged in most cultures. Is investing turning into something that is … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/is-your-investing-turning-into-an-addiction.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Investing your money in worthwhile ventures and investment vehicles is a worthwhile pursuit. The desire to see your money grow and to secure your financial future is normal and encouraged in most cultures. Is investing turning into something that is out of control? Is your pursuit to leverage your savings to make more money turning into an addiction that borders on something unhealthy?The rush of having an investment pay off is exhilarating. The adrenaline rush that you get when you cash out along with all the other emotions that go along with seeing an investment through to its conclusion can be addictive. The nervousness of your entry into the market gets your heart beating. Your nervousness as you watch your investment by the hour and then the thrill when you see your money literally growing can rival any thrill imaginable in this world.On the other hand, there are some of us that allow investing to rule our lives. An investment pays off and we feel like a winner. When an investment doesn’t pay off we feel like a loser and we begin to chase that emotion so fiercely that sometimes thought and reason leave us and we begin down the path to addiction.If you find yourself checking hourly on your stock or the prices of gold or any other investment that you currently have money invested in then you might have a problem. You might try to rationalize this by saying that you’re keeping an eye on your investments but you probably already have sell orders and stops in place to take care of the need to keep an eye on your position every minute of the day. Obsessing about a stock or investment shows that you’re emotionally involved and a good investor removes all emotion from the investment decision.Do you find yourself constantly looking for an edge or tips for hot stocks? This kind of behavior is similar to what goes on at a race track, wouldn’t you agree? While searching for an good investment and being an educated investor is wise, looking for underground news or tips on what is going to happen in your chosen market are signs that something is wrong. That feverish feeling overcomes you and you simply must find a winner. You are willing to do anything. You subscribe to clubs and mailing lists to find that sure thing and you chase that rush.Most of us have one or two investment types that we prefer. We all have a knack for picking stocks, a feel for a certain currency pair or we enjoy investing in companies that we know a little bit about. If you find yourself chasing after profit and trying many different types of investments because someone told you that they know this particular investment is going to pay off then you might have a problem. Stick to investments that you enjoy learning about. Venturing off into uncharted territory when money is at stake is an unwise investment no matter where your information came from.Lastly, if you find yourself using money that is earmarked to pay bills or that is put aside for savings or your child’s education then there is a real problem. Stealing money from savings accounts or other investments because you lost some money on your last investment or because you feel a need to make money is a sign that there is a problem. Lying or not telling a spouse or partner about your investments and thinking that you can return the money as soon as you cash out is your investment addiction talking and no common sense.If any of these points strike home for you then you are encouraged to take a closer look at what you are doing with your investment activity. While it is a pleasant experience to make money through investing, it should never be something that is addictive or that you chase after. There are plenty of opportunities out there in investment vehicles that you are interested in. Learning about investing can be fun but chasing after money is always a bad move in investing. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/is-your-investing-turning-into-an-addiction.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Low Interest Rate Credit Cards – Why So Popular!</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/low-interest-rate-credit-cards-why-so-popular.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/low-interest-rate-credit-cards-why-so-popular.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 17:19:52 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[credit cards]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=44</guid> <description><![CDATA[For many people searching for a new credit card online, the annual interest rate, or APR seems to be the only important factor, and many will only check out low interest rate credit cards before making an online credit card … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/low-interest-rate-credit-cards-why-so-popular.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> For many people searching for a new credit card online, the annual interest rate, or APR seems to be the only important factor, and many will only check out low interest rate credit cards before making an online credit card application. Credit card issuers also tend to advertise the low interest rate credit card more that any other kind of card. But should low interest credit cards be the only ones on your list when searching for the best credit card deal to suit your personal requirements? Probably not. APR is not the only thing to look for when choosing your ideal credit card.It may help if we start by understanding exactly what an APR (annual percentage rate) is and where its relevance lies. APR is quite simply the interest rate used by the issuer to calculate interest on the balance of your credit card account. This interest is then added to your monthly statement to form your new balance. Therefore a low interest credit card account would have less interest charges applied to it at the end of each monthly period, hence its popularity.However, there are those who donýt really require low interest rate credit cards. This group are those who, for the most part will use their credit card in much the same way as a charge card, paying the full balance on the account on the due date each month. Remember that there are no interest charges added to your credit card account if you make the full balance on your statement by the due date. So it would make no difference what interest rate was applied if you were to use it in this manner. Therefore a low interest rate credit card would not be such an good deal to this group of card holders. These individuals are much more likely to be attracted by other card offers such as cash rewards or air miles rewards credit cards.A low interest rate credit card will definitely help to slow down the rate at which your credit card debt builds up. Thus low interest credit cards are more appealing to a particular group of people, who are confident only in making part payments on their card account balance each month.Another group of credit card applicants in search of low interest rate credit cards would be those people who are wanting to consolidate their total debt from one or more other cards onto a new credit card. In this instance a low interest rate credit card may be much more desirable, as they would typically be looking to reduce their monthly commitment, and it would make little sense to transfer the debt to a credit card with a higher interest rate attached to it.So the need for low interest rate credit cards is felt more by a particular group of credit card holders. However, it is worth remembering that a low interest rate credit card is generally offered only to applicants who have maintained a good credit rating. Obviously the card issuers will make less profit from card holders with a low interest credit card, which means that the risks involved will be increased. This is the main reason why credit card issuers will usually only offer a low interest credit card to card holders with a proven track record in credit repayment.Once you have made the decision that a low interest rate credit card would be more likely to suit your personal requirements, you will then need to take time to compare the other benefits offered along with these cards. Low interest rate credit cards are mainly split into two categories. There are the low interest credit cards which will often offer APRs of less than 8% on purchases. And, for cash advances the low interest credit card will often offer APRs of 10% or less. Then there are certain rewards programs attached to some cards which offer cash back rewards on all purchases, gas or even office supplies. Cash rebates are usually automatically credited to the cardholder’s statement each month, and there is no limit to the amount of cash rebate that can be earned.There is one thing you must always do regardless of which low interest credit card you choose to apply for. Read and make sure you understand the small print with regard to the contract you will be asked to sign once your application has been accepted. Be aware not only of the interest rate (APR) attached to the low interest credit cards you may be considering, but for how long will this lower interest rate continue. Is it likely to rise to a higher rate after a given period of time? A variable rate card is often offered with a low introductory rate, but this rate can increase at any point in time. You must keep in mind that the APR is actually where the credit card company earns their profit. If they were to continue offering card holders an extremely low APR indefinitely, the chances are they would not stay in business for too long.Remember, it is definitely worthwhile your effort in researching the various credit card options available, taking advantage of website comparison charts etc. Should you choose a low interest credit card, do the math and choose well. After all, it’s not every day you go searching for a credit card.Trevor Taylor </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/low-interest-rate-credit-cards-why-so-popular.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>It Takes Time to Make Money Online</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/it-takes-time-to-make-money-online.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/it-takes-time-to-make-money-online.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 16:35:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Money Online]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=42</guid> <description><![CDATA[Yes, it takes time to make money online I want to be completely honest with you about how long it takes to make money online with your blog. If you are looking for a business where you will be able … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/it-takes-time-to-make-money-online.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Yes, it takes time to make money online I want to be completely honest with you about how long it takes to make money online with your blog. If you are looking for a business where you will be able to make some quick money within the next few months this might not be the business for you.You have to understand that the principles and work ethic for making money online is no different from working offline. You need to know that this business is not a get rich quick one therefore it takes time to make money onlineI will explain to you why making money online takes so much time before you start making some money. I think some people are under the impression that you can start a blog and within a few months, be able to quit your full-time job. It has happen in a few instances but for this to happen you have to be prepared to put in extra work and stay focus.When I started blogging five years ago I was of the illusion that I could work two hours per day and at the end of the month money would come rolling in abundantly. Well face it that was what I was told, almost all the bloggers made it felt like a Sunday evening stroll in the park. They failed to tell me that you can in fact work two hours per day and the money would come rolling HOWEVER I had to put in the initial work (sometimes 10-15 hours per day) to get the website off the ground. After you have established your blog and you start getting traffic then you can start relaxing a bit and reap the fruits of your labour.It takes time to make money online one of the prerequisite is patience and a lot of time. You will not become a millionaire overnight. So if you visit another site where they promise to make you rich within the next year believe me that is a load of crap. You need to realize that making money online takes time and you have to work for months and sometimes years, depending on how committed you are, before the money starts coming in.Here are some reasons why making money online takes time. There is No Right FormulaNo blogger or internet marketer has the “right formula” to make money on internet. There are some basic principles that you have to follow if you want to be successful however, every blogger has their own way of applying these principles.There are a lot of trials and errors that is why you have to be committed to the work. One formula might work for me and it does not work for you I think it is like parenting every parent have their own style but the end result could be well disciplined and productive adults. It is the same way with your blog you have to learn the principles and apply the one that works best for you.Anyway you don’t have to feel discouraged I have been there I will work with you sharing all that I have learn. Once you get the knock of it, its smooth sailing. Yes, you can strategize and make plans but there is no blueprint that you could replicate to make money. Lack of Understanding about the InternetAnother reason why it takes time to make money online is lack of understanding about the internet. New bloggers usually find out that there are so many things they need to know and how to find their way around.There is the risk of information overload absorbing so much content on the internet can be very difficult. So it could take months to figure out what you need to read and what to ignore. It is best to be specific in your research or you could end up spending an entire day on the internet without achieving your goal.Lack of SEO TechniquesI am sure you are going to ask what is SEO? Well SEO means Search Engine Optimization. In simple term it is the ability to give your articles excellent titles which will ensure that when someone is searching the internet for the subject matter you are writing about your website can be found in search engines.If you want to make money through blogging or affiliate marketing then you need to have an understanding of SEO techniques. SEO is a vast area and no one can completely understand it, even an expert. But SEO is very important if you want some traffic coming on to your blog or website.Adjusting to Technological ChangesAdjusting to technology changes can make it a bit difficult and be one of the reasons why it takes time to make money online. You have to become technology aware and understand about technology as soon as possible. Learning about Internet browser, gadgets, apps and other software takes time.Building a Brand so Your Blog or Website will Stand OutFinally you have to build a brand name for your blog online and building a brand takes a lot of time. You have to be committed and take the time out to careful set yourself apart from your competitor. You have market your brand so that visitors will be attracted to your website.Developing a brand takes time so you have to be patient.So as you can see these are a few of the factors, including many other which you will discover as you go along, that slow down the process and makes it take time to make money online. You have to be open to learning new things daily and this is definitely going to take time for you to put them into practice. All that being said it is not difficult and certainly not impossible for you to make a lot of money online.If you have not started your blog as yet it is now time for you to start. You just need a lot of patience before money starts coming. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/it-takes-time-to-make-money-online.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Latest Gadget Shop: Hi-Tech Gadget at Affordable Price</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/latest-gadget-shop-hi-tech-gadget-at-affordable-price.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/latest-gadget-shop-hi-tech-gadget-at-affordable-price.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:47:17 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Gadgets]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=40</guid> <description><![CDATA[Gadgets always attract number of consumers. It does not matter what their age or social class is. Even, companies produce the cool gadgets for various reasons. In last few years, gadget industry keeps earning the massive growth due to the … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/latest-gadget-shop-hi-tech-gadget-at-affordable-price.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Gadgets always attract number of consumers. It does not matter what their age or social class is. Even, companies produce the cool gadgets for various reasons. In last few years, gadget industry keeps earning the massive growth due to the kind of products they are manufacturing. There are various latest gadget shop available in market thorough which you can grab the advance electronic and communication devices. Consumers are also showing their huge interest in such products because they provide amazing comfort to people. Companies are investing huge efforts to satisfy all needs and requirements of consumers as far as quality and price of products are concerned. Usually, people love to buy latest gizmos but somewhere expensive price range affects their decision heavily.Latest gadget shop is a fantastic platform where consumers can see numerous products of various brands. You can compare any product with any brand according to their price and quality. These all shops are available online where you are not required to waste lot of time and money in traveling. You can access these shops anytime from home or office. Even, you get the search option as well through which you find your favorite product according to the price and features. All leading brands offer their widgets through these shops. You can expect the product at your door step within 24-48 hours after placing the order and companies do not charge any extra cost for delivery. You get free home delivery. Gone are days when price or quality was more than enough to attract consumers. Now days, users have become more educated about the widgets and they expect something unique before placing the order.You do not need to be surprised if you get any discount or free gift with your product. It is a new marketing strategy of companies to force people indirectly to buy their products. Latest gadget shop is full of offers, incentives, lucrative deals, schemes and free gifts. You only need to switch on the computer to buy cool gadgets. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/latest-gadget-shop-hi-tech-gadget-at-affordable-price.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Increase Your Software Sales With Software Telemarketing Services</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/increase-your-software-sales-with-software-telemarketing-services.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/increase-your-software-sales-with-software-telemarketing-services.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:12:17 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Software]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=38</guid> <description><![CDATA[Many software firms face the challenge of trying to increase their sales output and gain more clientele. This problem may stem from an already saturated industry, one filled with plenty of competitors that offer different software products and services. But … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/increase-your-software-sales-with-software-telemarketing-services.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> Many software firms face the challenge of trying to increase their sales output and gain more clientele. This problem may stem from an already saturated industry, one filled with plenty of competitors that offer different software products and services. But even if some of they offer such things, most software that is being sold basically functions the same way as others in the market, if not even better and at a more reasonable price. So even if a software firm offered better software at a better cost, it would mean nothing if the firm that sold such excellent software didn’t have a proper marketing strategy. Enter software telemarketing, a possible sales and marketing solution to such problems.Many software firms make use of telemarketing to get the job done and increase the amount of sales they make and reach more clientele. But if you are new to the software telemarketing scene then it would be wise to do a trial run before you attempt to start a full-blown telemarketing campaign for your firm. But then again, having in-house telemarketers and facilities may not always yield the best results. If such a thing happens then it would mean a loss on your investment, a waste of the resources and time you spent for such a campaign. That is why it is almost always best to choose outsourced telemarketing services. Software telemarketing does not have to be done by your own in-house staff; it can just as easily and effectively done by professional telemarketers employed by a software-sales based call center.Software telemarketing can be used for services such as generating software leads that help with finding more prospect companies, and for getting software-sales appointments to maximize the chances of making a sale and allowing for you to better explain yourself to clients. When you combine these two software telemarketing services, you can obtain a marketing strategy that boasts high success rates when dealing with B2B transactions so if your software firm is one that caters to other companies, then this may just be the approach you should be taking. But first, you should secure a good software-sales based call center that offers the services you need. It would not be a bad idea to pan around the market and go into contract with one that has a good reputation and is well known for any previous dealing with other software firms.After you have found a good software telemarketing provider, you can proceed to running your campaign. You should also provide the telemarketers that will be working for you with as much data as you can on which types of businesses you target and on which area of industry you cater to the most, as well as any other helpful data that may be beneficial to them when they start making their cold calls to generate software leads. Once the software leads lists are completed, your telemarketers can then proceed in trying to get you software appointments. If any client agrees to a meeting with your company, you personally or a sales representative can go meet with the client and give a presentation about your software and other services you offer to them. By doing this you have just succeeded in making it easier for your software firm to locate more prospect companies, cater to more clients, and of course, make more sales using software telemarketing. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/increase-your-software-sales-with-software-telemarketing-services.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Smart Window Technology and Energy Efficiency</title> <link>https://cmlgrnd.info/smart-window-technology-and-energy-efficiency.html</link> <comments>https://cmlgrnd.info/smart-window-technology-and-energy-efficiency.html#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Apr 2023 11:29:58 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">http://cmlgrnd.info/?p=36</guid> <description><![CDATA[When most people hear about “smart windows,” they invariably think of computers. Yet glass has witnessed some remarkable changes thanks to improved technology, which allow windows to enhance the home like never before. By significantly impacting the home’s energy efficiency, … <a href="https://cmlgrnd.info/smart-window-technology-and-energy-efficiency.html">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> When most people hear about “smart windows,” they invariably think of computers. Yet glass has witnessed some remarkable changes thanks to improved technology, which allow windows to enhance the home like never before. By significantly impacting the home’s energy efficiency, smart window technology is transforming the way people think about windows. The following technologies and materials are just a few of the advances in window manufacturing today.Photochromic TechnologyPhotochromic materials have been employed in eyeglasses, but they can also be used as window glass where they can respond to light intensity. This type of system can block sunlight effectively during the day so that the home’s cooling system is not over-taxed. While some light is allowed, the photochromic materials effectively block out the intensity so that homes literally remain cooler, and consumers pay less in energy costs.Electrochromic TechnologyThis type of incredible technology employs electrical ions that seamlessly shift between clear and blue-gray tints. No visibility is lost in the transfer. Electrochromic smart windows rely on electricity to chemically trigger the color change. This material contains conducting oxide that is sandwiched between two pieces of glass. The oxide layers are wired to a power source that provides the required electricity. Of course, people simply notice the great effect of the tinting as well as reduced energy bills.Gaschromic TechnologyGaschromic material provides a tinting effect that is similar to electrochromic technology. Instead of relying on electricity, however, it employs a gas reaction to achieve its effect. The result is a window that may be transparent or tinted as required. On sunny days, the tinting helps block the light’s energy from heating up the building or home. Consequently, less energy must be consumed to keep the space cool. Moreover, the HVAC system is spared from having to work overtime. (Source: “Window Technologies: Emerging Technologies- Dynamic Windows”, Efficient Windows Collaborative)Suspended Particle TechnologyWith this type of technology, a film is sandwiched between two layers of glass. The film is liquid-like and contains millions of particles held in suspension. Like electrochromic material, the film is wired to a power source so it may be activated or deactivated as needed. The particles, when ‘turned on,’ so to speak, are magnetically aligned to allow for more sunlight transmittance. When they are randomly diffused, less sunlight is allowed through the window.Thermochromic TechnologyThis type of smart technology responds to the changing dynamics of sunlight intensity. For use in variable tinted windows, this material constantly shifts the light it allows to penetrate through the window. This allows for better temperature control. By blocking the sunlight from the building, this technology prevents the sun from heating up the building’s interior so temperatures remain comfortable. This technology reduces solar exposure and also minimizes glare and even noise.These technologies are just some of the latest ideas in smart window design. They are already having a profound effect on energy efficiency where they are employed. As more people install them, they’ll discover the value of investing in these windows for their homes as they save on energy costs and, possibly, even add value to their property.Works Cited:”Window Technologies: Emerging Technologies- Dynamic Windows”, Efficient Windows Collaborative, http://www.efficientwindows.org/adv_dynamic.php. </p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://cmlgrnd.info/smart-window-technology-and-energy-efficiency.html/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel></rss> If you would like to create a banner that links to this page (i.e. this validation result), do the following:
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