http://www.send2press.com/newswire/ Business, Entertainment and Technology News Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:19:40 GMT http://neotrope.com 60 en-us 144 31 http://www.send2press.com/newswire/index.shtml http://www.send2press.com/XML/send2press-rss.gif http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1107-003.shtml Mon, 07 Nov 2011 07:59:59 GMT Safety and Security Solutions Business Santa Clara California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1107-003.shtml SecuGen Corporation SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 7, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that the SecuGen Hamster IV v2 and the ID-USB SC/PIV v2 have been added to the General Services Administration's FIPS 201 Evaluation Program Approved Products List.

The SecuGen Hamster IV v2 is an updated version of SecuGen's widely deployed FBI Certified, single fingerprint reader while the ID-USB SC/PIV v2 is an updated version of SecuGen's FBI Certified fingerprint reader combined with a smartcard reader. Both products are fully compliant with FIPS 201, NIST's standards for Personal Identity Verification, and are expected to be available in the next several weeks.

SecuGen's fingerprint readers are well known for being very accurate, rugged and affordable. SecuGen distributes its biometric products through Systems Integrators (SIs), Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) all over the world.

"SecuGen is pleased to expand and improve our product line," stated Won Lee, CEO of SecuGen. "We have always and will continue to work diligently to improve the quality of our technology. That is the core of our business and the reason that so many partners have been loyal to SecuGen over the years. It all comes down to the needs of the end-user customer for highly accurate, robust, and affordable hardware and software products. Our partners know they can rely on SecuGen to constantly push the state-of-the art."

Dan Riley, Vice President of Engineering for SecuGen added, "We are excited to have our new products listed on the GSA's FIPS 201 Approved Products List. We have long believed that federal government standards for image quality and matching algorithm performance is of tremendous value to the users of fingerprint technology. The FIPS 201/PIV standards for fingerprint technology are universally viewed as being well designed and run by a vendor neutral third party, that is, the US government. In the long run these standards are a tremendous benefit to end-users and to the biometric industry as well."

About SecuGen:
SecuGen Corporation (www.secugen.com) is the world's leading provider of advanced, optical fingerprint recognition technology, products, tools and platforms for physical and information security. SecuGen designs and develops FBI-certified fingerprint readers and OEM components, developer kits and software, including NIST/MINEX-compliant algorithms. Known for high quality, ruggedness, and performance in a wide variety of applications and environmental conditions, SecuGen products are used by world-leading financial, medical, government, educational and corporate institutions and are sold through a partner network of over 200 original equipment manufacturers, independent software vendors and system integrators around the world.

SecuGen® is a registered trademark of SecuGen Corp. in the United States and other countries.

SecuGen Sales Dept., +1-408-834-7712, sales@secugen.com.

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TAGS: SecuGen Corporation, Biometrics and Bioware, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1101-002.shtml Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:57:22 GMT Consulting Computing Chantilly Virginia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-11-1101-002.shtml Four Points Technology LLC CHANTILLY, Va., Nov. 1, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four Points Technology, LLC has appointed Joel Lipkin to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer. Lipkin joins Four Points from Affigent LLC (formerly TKC Integration Services), where he was general manager.

"Joel's experience in leading and managing fast-growing businesses will enhance our already strong leadership team," said David "Chief" Gilchrist President and Chief Executive Officer.

"His knowledge of the Federal IT market and history of building small businesses through large contract capture, sales, and marketing will help drive continued success in an increasingly competitive business environment."

Lipkin has led federally-focused information technology businesses for more than 20 years. Prior to Affigent he led the Federal business segment of GovConnection. Prior to GovConnection, he led GTSI's customer division with responsibility for sales, marketing, bids, and programs. Prior to GTSI, he held positions of increasing responsibility at IT services companies and system manufacturers.

About Four Points Technology:
Four Points Technology is a rapidly growing Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Four Points is a GSA IT Schedule 70 and a SEWP IV prime contractor. More information about the company is available online at http://www.4points.com .

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TAGS: Four Points Technology LLC, Management Changes, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1004-005.shtml Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:59:55 GMT Military Technology Washington District of Columbia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-10-1004-005.shtml Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 4, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS) announced today that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has awarded a contract to provide acquisition support services to the Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Department of Operations Acquisition Division. Through the awarded contract, iFOS will provide OPO with document management, technology enhancement and acquisition support services.

These services will be part of the agency broader Acquisition Roadmap (ARM) objective to unify acquisition processes, improve the knowledge management structure and implement business practices into a single mission support model. The project will also serve to enhance the acquisition knowledge management system to provide staff with a productivity tool in completing tasks related from acquisition planning to contract close out activities.

"iFOS is proud to be selected for this opportunity and is eager to develop and implement a user-friendly workflow model that transforms informal business activities into structured, regulated and audited processes for acquisition management at the DHS," commented Tawanda M. Smith, President & CEO, iFOS, LLC.

About Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions, LLC:
Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions (iFOS)® Managing Consultants, LLC is a 8a certified, woman-owned small business of staff augmentation, management consulting and training of Accounting, Acquisition, Grants and Financial Management Support Services. iFOS offers specialized Business and Financial Management Solutions through its GSA contract schedule to help public agencies and other organizations with their oversight responsibilities related to pre-audit readiness, business intelligence and analytics and electronic modernization of public operations.

The company professionals have 100+ combined years of prior public service expertise and have successfully completed assignments to improve the quality of fiscal and program operations including the oversight, maintenance, administration, reporting and audit of complex operational structures and programs.

The company is headquartered in Clarksville, Maryland. For more information, visit: www.ifoscorp.com.

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TAGS: Intelligent Fiscal Optimal Solutions, Government Procurement, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-09-0906-003.shtml Tue, 06 Sep 2011 19:59:16 GMT Business Technology Chantilly Virginia Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2011-09-0906-003.shtml Four Points Technology LLC CHANTILLY, Va., Sept. 6, 2011 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four Points Technology, LLC is part of the 7 Delta Team that was recently awarded a 60-month, $12 billion contract by the VA's TAC to conduct program management, strategy, and planning, and provide technical, systems engineering, and other solutions encompassing the entire range of IT requirements, including:

* Program Management, Strategy, Enterprise Architecture and Planning Support
* Systems/Software Engineering
* Software Technology Demonstration and Transition
* Test and Evaluation (T&E)
* Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)
* Enterprise Network
* Enterprise Management Framework
* Cyber Security
* Operations and Maintenance (O&M)
* Training
* IT Facilities.

"Four Points Technology is honored to be a part of 7 Delta's winning team. The VA is our largest customer and our organization is focused on designing and delivering solutions that ensure our customers achieve exceptional results," said David "Chief" Gilchrist, Four Points Technology's President and CEO.

About the T4 Program:
This program consists of a multiple award contract vehicle to provide a comprehensive, worldwide solution to support both VA and non-VA customers with a ceiling value of $12 billion. The T4 contract is similar to, but not a direct follow-on to Global Information Technology Support Services (GITSS), which was approximately $3 billion. The engagement, procured out of the VA's TAC, offers an opportunity for multiple prime and subcontractors to provide a broad range of services and products to transform the VA's IT programs. "T4 is a major tool in the transformation of VA into a 21st Century organization," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "These contracts will enable VA to acquire services for information technology programs that will help ensure timely delivery of healthcare and benefits to our Veterans."

About Four Points Technology:
Four Points Technology, LLC is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) dedicated to providing IT Products and Professional Services to the Federal Government. Four Points Technology offers solutions that support a wide variety of business initiatives specifically suited for Government organizations. Working with Four Points Technology not only ensures that our clients can fulfill their technology needs, but as a Small Business and SDVOSB, purchasing goals are easily met, as mandated by the Federal Government.

For more information, visit: http://4points.com .

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TAGS: Four Points Technology LLC, VAR and IT Consulting, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2010-12-1201-001.shtml Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:59:40 GMT Telecom Computing Walnut Creek California Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2010-12-1201-001.shtml TeleManagement Technologies, Inc. WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Dec. 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The welcome sign is out and the doors are now open at leading software provider TeleManagement Technologies, Inc. for government agencies seeking telecom expense management and call accounting solutions. TTI was recently awarded its US General Services Administration (GSA) schedule, and is now an official Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Vendor.

With this announcement, many government agencies that are working hard to reduce telecom spending and cut budget can tap the resources available at TTI. From TEM Software to Call Accounting systems, a variety of valuable telecom technology solutions are now available through TTI.

"Government agencies need the same tools as the business community to help drive greater efficiency and squeeze more out of the bottom line," said TTI's Managing Director Mike Williams. "For more than 20 years, TeleManagement Technologies has delivered savings and superior customer service to businesses in a variety of industries. With TTI's addition to the GSA Schedule, government offices large and small now have access to some of the highest quality software and services available on the market."

Official GSA Price Schedules available now

TTI's full GSA profile and information is now available in the GSAAdvantage®, the directory of approved MAS vendors. Additionally, TTI will participate in the GSA's eBuy system for RFPs and vendor selection. TTI can be found under the following contract information:

Contract number: GS35F0556W
SIC code: 13233

Government agencies interested in more information about TeleManagement Technologies' participation in the GSA programs may contact Charles Coakley, Vice President Sales and Marketing at ccoakley@telmantec.com or 1-800-903-4006.

About TeleManagement Technologies, Inc.:
TeleManagement Technologies, Inc (TTI), headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, is recognized as the most experienced Telecom Expense Management vendor in the marketplace. Since 1987, TTI has demonstrated its ability to quickly adapt and develop solutions for ever-changing telecom management challenges. TTI's product offerings include WinBill® TEM (Wireline & Wireless Telecommunications Expense Management), WinBill Order Desk, Wireless Help Desk, WinCall® (Enterprise Call Accounting) and extensive professional services that include audit, consulting, and contract negotiations for both landline and wireless communications services.

TTI's products can be delivered in various formats: licensed, hosted or on a subscription basis. TTI's solutions are focused on giving organizations the ability to manage, monitor, and order all of their telecommunications and IT services through a secure, centralized hub. TTI's expense management offerings serve many Fortune 500 companies in various industries as well as many government and utility organizations.

More information: www.telmantec.com .

- TTI News RSS Feed:
http://send2pressnewswire.com/author/telemanagement-technologies-inc/feed .

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TAGS: TeleManagement Technologies, Inc., Taxes and Accounting, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2008-11-1119-001.shtml Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:00:04 GMT Biometrics and Bioware Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2008-11-1119-001.shtml SecuGen Corporation
The SDA04 was recently certified by the FBI as compliant with the image quality requirements for single finger capture devices used for the Personal Identity Verification (PIV) of Federal Employee and Contractors defined by FIPS 201 and mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12). Incorporating SecuGen's NIST MINEX approved template extraction and matching algorithms, the SDA04 is a robust module that meets all of the relevant standards and requirements for FIPS 201 compliance. As with all SecuGen fingerprint sensors, the SDA04 is a high performance, rugged module well suited for high traffic environments both indoors and outdoors.

"We are very pleased to offer our partners a complete OEM fingerprint solution for building PIV solutions," said Dan Riley, VP of engineering for SecuGen.

Mr. Riley added, "We believe that the government standards for fingerprint biometrics combined with the rigorous product evaluations by organizations, such as the FBI, NIST and GSA, will, in the long run, be an incalculable benefit to end-users and the industry as a whole."

Won Lee, SecuGen's CEO stated, "We continue to focus our efforts on creating exceedingly high quality, economically priced products that our partners require to succeed in today's competitive biometrics marketplace. The SDA04 is clearly a result of this focus. The GSA's confirmation of our extensively market tested core fingerprint technologies is yet another affirmation of our dedication to quality and compliance. We're committed to providing our partners with the tools to create the high quality fingerprint biometrics hardware products that are being required by the Federal Government."

The GSA FIPS 201 Approved Products List may be viewed at: fips201ep.cio.gov/apl.php.

About SecuGen

SecuGen Corporation (www.secugen.com) is the world's leading provider of advanced, optical fingerprint recognition technology, products, tools and platforms for physical and information security. SecuGen designs and develops FBI-certified fingerprint readers and OEM components, developer kits and software, including NIST/MINEX-compliant algorithms. Known for high quality, ruggedness, and performance in a wide variety of applications and environmental conditions, SecuGen products are used by world-leading financial, medical, government, educational and corporate institutions and are sold through a partner network of over 200 original equipment manufacturers, independent software vendors and system integrators around the world.

SecuGen is a registered trademark of SecuGen Corporation in the United States and other countries.

SecuGen Corporation: 2356 Walsh Avenue * Santa Clara, California 95051 USA * 408.727.7787 * Fax 408.608.6363 * www.secugen.com

All trademarks are property of their respective owners.


NEWS SOURCE: SecuGen Corporation
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TAGS: SecuGen Corporation, Biometrics and Bioware, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2008-06-0616-003.shtml Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:00:39 GMT Safety and Security Solutions Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2008-06-0616-003.shtml Authernative, Inc.
The GSA Schedule contract, which represents Authernative's continued momentum in the federal government market, will make it easier for federal, state and local government entities to procure solutions from a trusted vendor and obtain already negotiated pricing that is determined to be "fair and reasonable" as well as at its "best value." Authernative remains committed to expanding and strengthening its government channel, recognizing this vertical market as an important factor for achieving its long-term growth.

The addition of Authernative to the GSA Schedule makes AuthGuard(R) user authentication solutions widely available to all federal customers while complying with government initiatives including, "E-Authentication," "Protection of Agency Sensitive Information," "Safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information," "Telework," "Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors," "Continuity of Operations Programs," and other initiatives designed to ensure secure access in government environments.

The AuthGuard(R) solution stands out from other user authentication security products because of its versatile range of patented secure authentication methods that are provided in one product, together with the FIPS 140-2 validated Authernative(R) Cryptographic Module, and self-service capabilities. AuthGuard(R) authentication options range from legacy password, to one-time challenge one-time response, OTP, out-of-band and secure in-band authentication. These methods, used alone or in combination, allow for one-factor, layered, or multi-factor authentication that is electronically deployable, has scalable security, high usability and a low total cost of ownership.

Through the GSA Schedule contract, Authernative offers a secure and reliable alternative to buying, deploying, and managing user authenticators. Authernative's pricing works well with government agencies' budget models, eliminating the need for replacement cycles and significantly lowering deployment and administration efforts and costs. Authernative AuthGuard(R) product also makes it easier to use different forms of authentication based on policies or user's preferences and provides simple means of varying authentication methods as the policies or needs evolve.

"Authernative recognizes that securing a GSA Schedule contract is an important vote of confidence from the U.S. Government. This will enable us to strengthen our government channel to better serve our customers," said Len Mizrah, CEO of Authernative.

In order to expedite the GSA Schedule contract, Authernative partnered with The Winvale Group, a Washington, D.C. professional services firm with expertise in the GSA Schedule program. With the guidance and support of The Winvale Group and their solid understanding and in-depth knowledge of government contracts and regulations, Authernative was awarded their GSA Schedule in a timely and efficient manner.

About Authernative, Inc.
Authernative(R) provides innovative patented software security solutions offering identity and access management capabilities including authentication, authorization, administration, and auditing. The company's products are used to prevent unauthorized access to confidential data, protected resources, and financial transactions. They allow organizations to lower the cost of providing, deploying and managing user authentication for enabling e-commerce, e-government and addressing regulatory compliance requirements. For further information, please visit www.authernative.com.

About The Winvale Group, LLC
The Winvale Group is a total-solutions consultancy specializing in government procurement and the GSA Schedule program. Headquartered in Washington D.C., Winvale provides expertise to those companies seeking to conduct business with federal, state and local governments. Winvale's global client portfolio includes many small emerging firms as well as Fortune 500 companies. For more information, visit www.winvale.com.

NEWS SOURCE: Authernative, Inc.
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TAGS: Authernative, Inc., Safety and Security Solutions, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2006-09-0928-001.shtml Thu, 28 Sep 2006 15:47:00 GMT Government Procurement Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2006-09-0928-001.shtml Cognitive Technologies, Inc.
Before receiving a GSA Schedule contract, companies are rigorously evaluated for their breadth of experience, customer satisfaction, performance level and overall service outcomes. The rigor of this process reinforces Cognitive's credibility in the industry and confirms what our customers already know.

"Our solutions work," comments Dr. Karen McGraw, president of Cognitive Technologies, "because we focus on helping organizations meld specific technical, business and human performance goals into a single set of manageable outcomes." Dr. McGraw continues, "We are confident in our ability to make dramatic improvements in the way our clients manage their projects and programs."

Dave Mathisen, SVP and General Manager of Cognitive Technologies, adds, "Our contract with the GSA is part of a concerted effort to make it as easy as possible for our existing government customers, as well as new ones, to ensure the success of critical projects - from start-up through development and the 'make or break' stage of full integration into agency operations."

About Cognitive Technologies
Cognitive Technologies, www.cognitive-technologies.com, provides program and project management services, methodologies and tools to Fortune 1000 and government clients whose technology projects absolutely must succeed. Cognitive Technologies has offices in Atlanta, Washington DC and Hilton Head. Cognitive Technologies holds the following certifications: Microsoft Certified Partner, Microsoft Office Systems Solutions Partner, certified DBE by the Georgia Department of Transportation, and certified woman-owned business (WBE).

About GSA
GSA is a centralized federal procurement, property management and policy agency, created by Congress to improve government efficiency and help agencies better serve the public. On behalf of federal agencies, it acquires information technology, supplies and services as well as office space, equipment and telecommunications. GSA also plays an important role in developing and implementing government-wide policies designed to promote high quality and high performance.


NEWS SOURCE: Cognitive Technologies, Inc.
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TAGS: Cognitive Technologies, Inc., Government Procurement, Send2Press. ]]> http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2005-06-0609-006.shtml Thu, 09 Jun 2005 15:38:00 GMT Government Procurement Send2Press Newswire http://www.send2press.com/newswire/2005-06-0609-006.shtml Bates Development Group Inc. Bates-Group.Com Technology Set to link Small Business with Government and Industry

BUFFALO, NY - June 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bates Development Group Inc. (www.bates-group.com/benefits.htm), a start-up procurement and contracting research firm has introduced an internet-based service for small and medium sized companies interested in doing business with government and large corporations, Bates-Group.Com.

This innovative service uses a combination of an online Request for Proposal database, business bulletin boards, and a supplier directory to provide small businesses with a more efficient and cost-effective way to access information about business-to-business and business-to-government contracting opportunities. The site has a collection of resources regarding procurement, proposal writing, business development, and vendor registration.

"Helping small business establish key contacts, understand government paperwork requirements, and generate new business through contract opportunities is our first priority," says the company owner, James Bates, an experienced author and researcher on business development, and a Federal government employee with over 15 years of experience in contract administration.

"The private sector outsources over $250 billion annually. Federal and State government contract out about $500 billion. We want to assist small and medium sized businesses to identify these opportunities and understand the factors needed to win contracts. Our site addresses these issues and makes it easier for small companies to participate in the multi-billion dollar business-to-business and business-to-government marketplace."

Bates-Group.Com fee-based subscription service "Procurementlink" will help small businesses register as government and corporate contractors, track Request for Proposals that match their profile, and support member efforts to create winning edge proposals.

The second service "MarketConnections" allows large corporations looking for small business and vendors to search Bates-Group.Com's small business database. Once a corporation finds a match, they will contact the identified company directly. Small business owners may register their business in the online directory at no cost.

Bates Development Group Inc. is a start-up business services firm in Buffalo, New York. For more information on Bates Development Group Inc. or the services they offer, visit www.bates-group.com/benefits.htm.


NEWS SOURCE: Bates Development Group Inc.
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