EcoEnergy Insights a leading provider of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled solutions and services, today announced it has been named a winner of the 2023 Excellence in Customer Service Awards by the Business Intelligence Group. EcoEnergy Insights is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions.
The award celebrates the exceptional level of remote service provided by the BluEdge™ Command Centers of EcoEnergy Insights. The Business Intelligence Group presented this award as part of its annual awards program, which acknowledges individuals and companies that deliver exceptional customer service through improved communication.
artec technologies AG, a provider of audiovisual solutions for media monitoring, sets new standards in the industry with its latest development: an AI-driven, multilingual speech recognition (Speech-to-text, S2T) with integrated translation function.
The innovation developed by artec technologies opens up completely new perspectives for international media analysis and at the same time leads to a considerable relief of the user’s work processes. The XENTAURIX Media Platform enables the almost real-time reading of TV, radio and webcast program from all over the world in their own target language. This new development brings broadcasters, press and news agencies, digital publishers, security forces, crisis center as well as financial and economic sectors into a new era of news processing.
News broadcasts and features can be followed in real time with low latency as a transcript in the desired target language. The platorm records everything so that transcribed video clips can be created and shared during or after a broadcast. This is particularly invaluable for current events. The speech-to-text application works autonomously and does not require an external service provider. With support for more than 50 source languages and up to 30 target languages, taking into account spelling and grammar rules, this application is rewriting the way media content is analysed, processed and documented.
The XENTAURIX platorm is available as an in-house system or cloud service and offers maximum flexibility. It can simultaneously process from a few to thousands of channels. artec technologies AG will present its new AI solution and other innovations at the international broadcast trade fair IBC in Amsterdam from 15 to 18 September 2023.
Reward a random act of kindness. Recognize a selfless act. Appreciate the little things that a neighbor, friend or relative does for you or others. Nominate someone for “Gratitude and Grin” award.
The “Gratitude and Grin” award provides recognition for someone in the community who goes out of their way to help. The award, sponsored by Surf Side Dental Studio of Hingham, includes community recognition and dinner for two at a Hingham-area restaurant.
The public is encouraged to submit nominations to officestaff@surfsidedentalstudio.com. Please include the name of the nominee, a brief description of the random act of kindness, contact information (telephone, email address) for the nominee. Please also include contact information (telephone, email address) for the nominator.
“Highlighting good deeds will help encourage more good deeds,” noted Dr. Robert Geary of Surf Side Dental Studio.
Dr. Teresa Huynh added, “We believe in community involvement and being good neighbors, we look forward to hearing great examples of that.”
Surf Side Dental Studio is located at the intersection of Hingham, Hull, and Cohasset at 344 Rockland St, Hingham, Ma 02043.The dental practice provides a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.
Husband and wife team Dr. Robert Geary, a native of Hull, and Dr. Teresa Huynh, also a native of a surfside town, Pompano Beach, Florida focus on complete dental care for the family.
For more information, call (781) 749-6750, or visit http://www.SurfSideDentalStudio.com
One of two candidates for the Presidency of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) has criticised environmentalists for their “incessant and unfair vilification” of farmers in Ireland and for ignoring the important role they play in food production and protecting the environment.
Francie Gorman, a beef, suckler and sheep farmer from Ballinakill, County Laois, was speaking this weekend at the launch of his campaign in Abbeyleix where there was more than 350 people in attendance, including former IFA President John Bryan and IFA County Chairpersons from across the country.
With his wife Kate and son Tom at his side, Gorman said his priority is to ensure Ireland does not transfer its food production business to countries that produce food in “a less sustainable fashion than we do just to keep people who are anti-farming in this country happy.”
“Aside from the constant need to improve commodity prices and ongoing issues around engagement with the Department on the various schemes, the potential diminution of our food production output remains the single biggest issue facing farmers. Ireland produces its milk, beef and grain as sustainably as anywhere else in the world and if it’s not produced here it’s going to be produced by countries with a bigger environmental footprint. Neither Irish farmers nor the environment benefit from such a scenario,” he explained.
Gorman, who currently is chairman of the IFA’s South Leinster branch and is a former Laois IFA chairman, said Ireland should be immensely proud of the growth of its agriculture sector in the half-century since it entered the European Union (EU) in 1973.
“Ireland remains a rural, agriculture-based country that produces enough food to feed 40 million people and because of that, and due to not having huge industrial regions like Germany’s Ruhr Valley, agricultural emissions will always bear the highest emissions totals,” stated Gorman.
He continued, “Our sector has faced persistent and unfair criticism from environmentalists in the media with no acknowledgement of the important role we play. This criticism does not mean farmers get a free pass on the environment, but it also doesn’t mean that the work of farmers to improve water quality and the sustainability of their produce should be ignored either.”
“Irish farming has a very positive story to tell, but it’s not getting through in the media,” Gorman added. “The IFA must take some responsibility for this as over the years it has relinquished its once proudly held status as a powerful, leading voice for farmers. Strong leadership and unity amongst members are key to strengthening our negotiating position, as well as our ability to develop and drive policy focusing on increasing farm income and securing a future for the next generation of farmers.”
Gorman said the issue of how the IFA engages with the EU and the Government on policy matters is a key focus of his Presidential bid.
He said, “Farmers are being driven to breaking point regarding the various agri schemes in terms of the difficulties being experienced by applicants, delayed payments and approvals for schemes like TAMS, and the prohibitive costs associated with engaging directly with the Department whereby individual farmers must employ a private consultant or Teagasc advisor to do their work. You throw in a year like we have had with incessantly poor weather and huge input costs, and it’s easy understand why farmers are frustrated.”
“The Environment and climate change is a huge challenge, but farmers producing top quality food in a sustainable way is not the problem,” he said. “It’s a cop out to suggest that we should cut back our grass-based production and import food from other parts of the world with a higher carbon footprint. Farmers must be supported to meet the environmental challenge we face which is why I am proposing a new Environmental scheme, with a payment of €15,000 to be opened to all farmers, including organic.”
“We need to communicate the positive work carried out by farmers an awful lot better, particularly in relation to the environment, in a way that we will be able to impact on the policies that ensure our businesses remain economically efficient and that younger generations are encouraged to enter our sector,” concluded Mr. Gorman.
Among the other policy issues being highlighted by Mr. Gorman in his presidential campaign is the need for increased access to renewables and benefits for farmers, the elimination of bureaucracy and restrictions around forestry, the protection of agricultural reliefs, securing fixed prize contracts for tillage farmers, bringing about an end to further designations of Hill Areas and Land, an increased role for women and young farmers, and maximising milk, beef and lamb prices.
Keynote speakers at Francie Gorman’s launch evening included Anna Marie McHugh (National Ploughing Association), Jim Mulhall (Kilkenny IFA Chair) and John Fitzpatrick (Laois IFA Chair). Other speakers included Anna May McHugh (National Ploughing Association), John Bryan (former IFA President), Jer O’Mahony (Wexford IFA Chair), and former county chairs Ann Baker (North Cork), Erica O’Keeffe (South Tipperary), James Murphy (Kilkenny) and Liam Brophy (Macra na Feirme).
Barcelona Premier, a leading youth soccer organization in San Antonio, is making waves in the local sports scene with its commitment to developing young talent and promoting the beautiful game. With a strong emphasis on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, Barcelona Premier is setting the standard for youth soccer in San Antonio.
Youth soccer has always been a passion for the founders of Barcelona Premier, and they are dedicated to providing a top-notch soccer experience for kids of all ages and skill levels. The program offers a range of training programs and competitive teams to cater to players from beginners to advanced.
“We believe in the power of soccer to transform young lives,” says, spokesperson for Barcelona Premier. “Our coaching staff consists of experienced professionals who are not only passionate about the sport but also committed to instilling values that go beyond the field. We want our players to excel not only as athletes but as individuals.”
Barcelona Premier’s commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed. They have received accolades from parents and players alike for their focus on skill development, positive coaching methods, and a supportive community. The organization’s philosophy revolves around fostering a love for the game while building character and discipline in young athletes.
Some key highlights of Barcelona Premier’s youth soccer programs include:
Highly Qualified Coaches: Barcelona Premier boasts a team of certified and experienced coaches who prioritize the holistic development of young players. State-of-the-Art Facilities: The organization provides access to top-notch training facilities and playing fields, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants. Competitive Opportunities: Barcelona Premier teams participate in various local and regional leagues, giving players a chance to test their skills against other talented youth teams. Community Engagement: Beyond soccer, Barcelona Premier is actively involved in community service and outreach programs, instilling a sense of responsibility and giving back in their young players.
As the demand for quality youth soccer programs in San Antonio continues to grow, Barcelona Premier remains at the forefront, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of soccer stars and responsible citizens
