AuraPortal Helium Sparks an Interest at the 20th GCC eGovernment Conference in Dubai

AuraPortal Helium Government was presented as the most advanced management tool for government entities in the market and a gateway to the future of administrative management, with the slogan: "Stand out as leader and model of Smart Government."

Woburn, MA, June 08, 2014 - AURA (www.auraportal.com), a global provider of Business Process Management (BPM) software, has announced the success of the presentation of AuraPortal Helium at the 20th GCC eGovernment & eServices Conference in Dubai, one of the largest "eGov" conferences in the world.

AuraPortal has been distinguished with great advantage over its competitors by Ovum in its Decision Matrix report and by other renowned analyst firms.

The conference focused on the development of smart organizational transformation strategies, on promoting excellence in the shift to smartGovernment, and showcased various modern leadership practices for upgrading the performance and effectiveness of government services.
The conference was widely attended by regional and global eGovernment executives and authorities, including:

• Ministers, Deputies, Senior Executives, Police and Armed Force Officials

• eGovernment and eService Leaders

• Educational Institution Officials, University Deans, Academics and Researchers

• Banking and Finance Officials

• ICT and eService providers and experts

Given the importance of the event, Pablo Trilles, Vice President of External Affairs, and Olivia Trilles, Director of Operations at AuraPortal, travelled to Dubai to support the staff of their Dubai office (AuraPortal Middle East).

One of the objectives was to highlight how with AuraPortal Helium an average of 70% reduction in record processing time can be achieved, as well as a drastic reduction in administrative costs, simple access to the latest organization and communication technologies (internal and external), and maximum citizen satisfaction, as they have access to a private and exclusive channel with the administration officers.

AuraPortal Helium Government covers all the activities performed in public entities, such as record processing with BPM, administrative organization and the management of citizen services with workflow.

The widespread presence of AuraPortal Helium Government in ministries and public entities from different countries (Spanish Ministry of Defense, Colombian Ministry of the Interior and Ministry of Technology, Chilean Ministry of Planning and Ministry of Mining, and many more) has consolidated it as a key tool to achieve the objectives sought by governments all around the world.

Using AuraPortal Helium Government as a management tool in public administrations is the key to reaching greater data transparency, to achieving more citizen centricity, consolidating eServices, promoting environmental sustainability and energy efficiency, etc.

About Aura (http://www.auraportal.com)
AURA is a global BPM (Business Process Management) software provider delivering a solution that creates, without the need of IT programming, Business Process Workflow Execution Models. AuraPortal is 100% Web-based, and is complementary to existing ERP and CRM systems.

AURA has a presence in 40 countries with more than 300 customers including, among others: Walmart, Toyota, General Motors, Pemex (Petroleos Mexicanos), Carrefour, ArcelorMittal, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Danone, INCAE, Kimberly-Clark, Yamaha, Royal KPN, Bristol-Myers Squibb, etc., as well as many Government Agencies and Departments in several countries. All of these customers benefit from maintenance contracts.

It is headquartered in Europe and has an executive branch in North America (Florida). It also has offices in several countries and a vast network of partners who locally attend customers throughout the world.

Aura Contacts:
Cristina Siscar
info@auraportal.com
Skype: auraportal
Phone: +1 (857) 239-0070 or +34 96 295 4497
http://www.auraportal.com

WHAT THE TOP EXPERTS SAY ABOUT AURAPORTAL BPMS

OVUM:
In the "Product Quality" category, AuraPortal has obtained the highest score (9 points), situating itself clearly above the next best vendor on a scale of 1 to 10.
(Decision Matrix on BPM Vendors 2011, OVUM)

TEC:
“With a dominant placement in nearly all areas of the BPM module, AuraPortal BPMS is well positioned as one of the leaders within the BPM space according to all standards provided by TEC”.
(TEC Technology Evaluation Centers 2013)

GARTNER:
“AuraPortal is the example of next-generation BPMS”.
(MQ 2007-2009)

BPTRENDS:
“AuraPortal is one of the most complete and advanced BPMS solutions on the market backed up by a financially strong company with a large number of satisfied customers of all sizes that have been working with the product for several years”.
(BPMS Report 2010)

IDC:
“In Customer references, AuraPortal has a strong ease of implementation and ease of use from both IT and business user perspectives”.
(MarketScape 2011)

BLOOR:
“For what you get, AuraPortal is really good value for money with a very low maintenance percentage”.
(Bloor 2011)

Contact:
Nina Moon
AuraPortal
400 Trade Center
Woburn, MA 01801-7472
978-808-6340
info@auraportal.com
http://www.auraportal.com

Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea Invites You to take A Hike this June and July!

In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Theis family is celebrating more than six decades of European hospitality at its beautiful Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel, which is as charming as the town itself.

Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, June 06, 2014 -- In Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Theis family is celebrating more than six decades of European hospitality at its beautiful Bavarian-inspired Hofsas House Hotel, which is as charming as the town itself. With firm roots in the past, the family is looking toward the future by keeping abreast of guests’ every need.

The Hofsas House invites you to take a hike this June and July!

Take a Hike at the Hofsas House Hotel (Available during June National Great Outdoors Month and July National Picnic Month)

The Hofsas House Hotel offers the perfect European ambiance for hikers or a hiking club retreat! Within minutes of the hotel, you can experience Big Sur hiking trails ranging from tranquil walks along a coastal waterfall at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park to miles-long ascents through the redwoods and into the rugged wilderness at the Los Padres National Forest. Point Lobos State Park is also a short drive away! After a day of hiking the Big Sur coastline, relax your tired muscles in the hotel’s heated swimming pool or European dry saunas.

The Hofsas House explores nature with its special Hiking Package. Mention this Hiking Package when reserving a minimum of two nights in June, National Great Outdoors Month, and receive a $25 gift certificate to 5th Avenue Deli, the perfect place to get your picnic for the hike. 5th Avenue Deli is located only 2.5 blocks from the hotel. For National Picnic Month in July, receive a complimentary day pass to Point Lobos State Park. When booking online, indicate HHNature to receive the $25 gift certificate in June or the Pt. Lobos Day Pass in July upon arrival. This offer is not valid with any other discounts or promotions and two consecutive nights must be reserved.

Hofsas House Background:
Owned and operated by the Theis Family, Hofsas House Hotel is within walking distance of everything Carmel has to offer, including a stunning beach, fine restaurants and shops, and wine tasting. It provides peaceful respite and European charm just minutes from Monterey , Pebble Beach, Big Sur and Pacific Grove . The Hofsas House’s 38 spacious, one-of-a-kind rooms boast European comfort and lovely views, not to mention amenities like fireplaces, private balconies, wet bars, kitchens and patios. Large suites provide the perfect stay for newlyweds and everyone else seeking an extra special getaway. Dutch doors in every room allow guests to welcome in the ocean air, and free WiFi enables them to stay connected — if they want to.

The Hofsas House Hotel family works to ensure every visitor's experience is special, striving to offer the highest quality personal services. Consider the continental breakfast, abundant with fresh French Roast coffee, tea, juice, fruit and pastries from a neighborhood bakery, or the personalized concierge services for guests and their families, including their four-legged family members, who are welcome, as well.

For large groups — wedding parties, company meetings, family reunions and others — Hofsas House Hotel offers a spacious room equipped with a fireplace and full kitchen that can comfortably accommodate 40 people. A heated pool, dry saunas, decks with views and off-street parking are on offer as well.

Hofsas House Hotel is located on San Carlos Street, north of Fourth Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea. For more information, call (831) 624-2745 or visit www.hofsashouse.com. Like us on Facebook ww.facebook.com/hofsashousehotel

Media FAM Trips Available Upon Request. Air fare Not Included. All FAM Trips Subject to Availability.

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Mountainsong Galleries
PO Box 3396
Ocean Avenue 3 SE Of San Carlos
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921-3396
831-747-7455
Marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com
http://www.hofsashouse.com

Macro Express Pro Automates your Computer Tasks

Macro Express Pro is the ideal way to record or store repetitive keystroke and mouse entries.

Kaysville, UT, June 06, 2014 – Insight Software Solutions, Inc. announces the latest release of its Windows automation tool, Macro Express Pro v4.6.0.1.

Macro Express Pro is the ideal way to record or store repetitive keystroke and mouse entries. Create the macro once and press a key to play back the keystrokes and mouse entries at a much faster rate than can be done manually. In addition to saving time, Macro Express Pro reduces or eliminates errors caused by boredom, fatigue or carelessness.

One customer had the following to say about Macro Express. "I've used it to automate some of the most stupefyingly boring repetitive tasks. Fun to use. Great stuff."

Quickly transfer data from one application to another. Speed up big data conversion projects. For example, when thousands of records or more need to be converted, Macro Express will do the work of several people and do it more accurately. Quicker and cheaper.

Easily insert chunks of boilerplate text into documents. Load programs, files or web pages with a key press. In fact Macro Express Pro lends itself to any industry or business that performs repetitive computer tasks.

There are several methods available for creating macros. No programming language or special skills are required.

* Over two dozen Quick Wizards guide you through a series of questions and build the macro for you.

* Record keystrokes and mouse movements with the easy to use Capture process.
Utilize the Script Editor or Direct Editor to write more powerful macros.

* Macro Express Pro provides a number of options for executing (running) a macro.

* Press a hotkey such as Ctrl + R or Alt + F11. Choose from over 840 combinations.

* Type a shortkey – a short letter combination from 2 to 32 characters.

* Run the macro on a schedule – hourly, daily, weekly, monthly or practically any other schedule.

* Run automatically when a window opens or closes.

* Click on a specific area of a screen or window.

* Plus a variety of other activation options.

Macro Express Pro automates boring, repetitive computer tasks. Do it quicker, more reliably and with less stress. The software pays for itself within days and frequently much sooner.

To learn more about Windows productivity software from Insight Software Solutions, Inc. contact the company directly.

Contact:
Stan Jones
Insight Software Solutions, Inc.
P.O. Box 106
Kaysville, UT 84037-0106
801-927-5009
info@wintools.com
http://www.wintools.com

Enservio Debuts Web Series Celebrating Insurance Claims Professionals

Videos Educate Public on Worthy “Unsung Heroes”

Needham, Mass, June 05, 2014 – Enservio, Inc. today announced the debut of “Making it Right,” a new web series that honors those claims professionals who have gone the extra mile in helping policyholders to restore their lives and businesses. “Making it Right” shows the faces of those passionately committed claims professionals who pull off small miracles every day in making tough situations easier for families and businesses.

“These first responders are typically the first people a policyholder sees after disaster strikes and are an incredible source of comfort,” says Christine Washburn, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Enservio. “In working with the industry’s top carriers, we were stunned, humbled and honored to hear of the efforts many claim professionals took on behalf of their policyholders. ‘Making it Right’ shines a light on the character, patience and resiliency that these professionals show every day while servicing customers.”

Security First Insurance Vice President of Claims Eva Mowry says, “We are responding to people when they are going through one of the worst times of their life. We minister them through the chaos. We are their rock to hold on to.”

Similar to law enforcement, EMS and fire departments, claims professionals and adjusters may put themselves in harm’s way while servicing a call. Yet unlike fire and police personnel, adjusters go largely unrecognized. In many cases, they too face dangerous and threatening situations. By showcasing these professionals, the hope is that the videos will change prevailing attitudes and have a positive influence on how the public perceives the insurance industry as a whole.

Says Claims Network Manager Trevor McDonald of The Main Street America Group: "You can't change the bad stuff that happened. You can't change that they've lost things. What you can change is how they feel going through the process of restoring, and I think that's where the connection is."

Claims Manager Otto Kieslich of Universal North America, says, “Give them what the true meaning of an insurance policy is. It's to protect them. It's to help them… it's to make things right.”

Enservio encourages the industry to freely share the “Making it Right” videos with their colleagues and customers on websites, YouTube and other social media channels. Toward this objective, some carriers plan to use the videos as training to new employees and for motivational purposes.

To view the introductory trailer to the series, please visit www.enservio.com/makingitright.

About Enservio, Inc.
Enservio® software and services help you solve one of the biggest issues in property insurance - knowing what's inside an insured's home or business. This visibility helps you right-price your policies upfront, settle claims quickly and accurately, manage replacements to keep customers happy, as well as run your business more efficiently. Founded in 2004, we are headquartered in Needham, MA, with offices and professional staff across the U.S.  Enservio is a strategic partner of the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) in their continued fight against insurance fraud. For additional information, please visit the company's web site www.enservio.com or call 888.567.7557. Connect with Enservio via LinkedIn (http://us.linkedin.com/company/enservio), Twitter (https://twitter.com/enservio), and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/enservio).

Enservio is a registered trademark of Enservio, Inc.  All other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective holders.

Contact:
Victor Cruz
Principal
MediaPR
PO Box 961
Essex, MA 01929
978-768-6888
vcruz@mediapr.net
http://www.mediapr.net

Balance Energy Introduces their First Product for customers who want to bring Balance to their Lives

Balance Energy, a new natural health supplement company has just announced the release of their first product.

Clearwater, FL, June 05, 2014 - Balance Energy, a new natural health supplement company has just announced the release of their first product. The company just introduced their Garcinia Cambogia product which now stands as the firm’s initial offering in the appetite suppressant supplement space. A company spokesperson revealed the new product and commented that, “Garcinia Cambogia is a much talked about supplement, but we feel that our version will appeal to those who want a natural and effective weight loss supplement that also helps restore balance to everyday activities.”

The company decided to start with a Garcinia Cambogia product because weight loss is often the main focus for those who turn to supplements. The Balance Energy Garcinia Cambogia is made from all natural Garcinia fruit and when used as a supplement, that fruit is often helpful in reducing appetite, preventing fat storage and speeding up metabolism. Some even suggest that Garcinia Cambogia is helpful in reducing cholesterol levels, boosting the immune system and even helping prevent ulcers.

Balance Energy points out that consumers interested in Garcinia Cambogia should seek out a version that contains at least 50% HCA, which is the active ingredient in Garcinia Cambogia. The best results come when users take the supplement 30 minutes before each meal along with eight ounces of water.

Balance Energy is a family-owned business, managed by individuals that believe in the power of all natural foods and ingredients to promote a healthy lifestyle. The philosophy that the company promotes is that issues arise and things go wrong, but an all natural diet and supplements can work to bring balance to life when those issues arise. The Garcinia Cambogia is just thet first product offered by Balance Energy and company officials have announced that several more all natural supplements will be available in the near future.

The Balance Energy Garcinia Cambogia is available now and can be purchased directly from the company’s website. More information is available by visiting http://www.balanceenergy.org and company representatives can be reached via the embedded form on the site’s “Contact Us” page.

Contact:
Kelly Weber
Balance Energy
Clearwater, FL 33755
210-501-9669
balance.energy.inc@gmail.com
http://www.balanceenergy.org

Mountainsong Galleries in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, is committed to representing more OPA and AIS credentialed Master Artists than any gallery in the world

Mountainsong Galleries announced today they will be the only gallery in the world to carry Kevin Macpherson’s Reflection on a Pond Series. Mountainsong Galleries has announced that the entire series - all 368 paintings – is now available for acquisition for $1.75 million.

Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA, June 04, 2014 - In August 1996, Kevin Macpherson conceived of a series of paintings. The term “series” is perhaps too modest a description for what came to be called the Pond Project.

This is not simply a group of works on a theme, nor a one year exploration of a single subject. Rather Reflections on a Pond was conceived as a physical challenge and psychological adventure in which a view out to a nearby pond would be documented on canvas at different times of the day and night, in all seasons. It took five years to complete.

Kevin describes the “Reflections on a Pond” series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=O1DnVSLIAJw#t=0

“This was a five year painting project that is definitely the legacy of my work. The series sums up what my work is all about -- light atmosphere and color. I believe painting the space between me and the subject, because of the persistence and dedication to complete a series such as this is, is indeed unique. This series of work is extremely personal and the sums of the parts are greater as a unit. It would have been very easy to sell off the pictures one by one but it is an important collection that says more as a whole,” said Kevin MacPherson.

Although he knew change was at the heart of the project, Kevin held several elements constant. Each painting was done on a 6 by 8 inch panel. His palette was consistent, and he remained faithful to the reality of the scene’s compositions.

While the series is about seeing as an artist, it takes its substance from feelings. Interwoven with Kevin’s eye is his heart. Emotions emerge in the paintings and echo in his commentary.

Viewing the 368 paintings, either in the book or at an exhibition, heightens our awareness of the subtleties in nature we often overlook and emotions we repress.

“The magnificent series of 368 paintings is a portrait of a year in the life of a pond: 365 days, the last day of the century, and the first day of the new millennium. But in reality, it is also a portrait of Kevin Macpherson—artist, husband, teacher, and member of the human race. You know this not only by looking at the paintings, but also by reading Macpherson’s journal notes.” said Jean Stern, Executive Director of the Irvine Museum.

In many ways, Macpherson’s Pond Series is a visual documentation of a journey into the Spiritual significance of being an artist. The pond is much more than a subject recorded throughout one year. It is a reflection of one year of life that defines all individual years of our lives. The pond is Macpherson himself, but it is also you and I. The Pond Series represents a speculation on life that gives meaning to the passage of time. It celebrates that passage in statements of color and form, of light and atmosphere.”  Where is the beginning quote and who said this?

Kevin’s own reflections on the series provide more insight. “I did the Reflections on a Pond series for me. One painting led to another, to many, and eventually to the series. My visual objective has rewarded me with much more. It has led to a record of my thoughts in color, a vocabulary I’m more familiar with than words. This is my visual diary.”

“My intention is for you, the viewer, to take a moment to wander through the paintings in no specific order. Look a little deeper, a little longer, pausing to see similarities and differences. Free your mind to explore. Perhaps you will venture somewhere unexpected.”

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Mountainsong Galleries
PO Box 3396
Ocean Avenue 3 SE Of San Carlos
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93921-3396
831-747-7455
Marci@chatterboxpublicrelations.com
http://www.mountainsonggalleries.com

Lady Justice and the Pharaoh’s Curse Released by Mystery Author, Robert Thornhill

Award-winning author Robert Thornhill announces the release of the seventeenth installment in his Lady Justice mystery/comedy series, Lady Justice and the Pharaoh’s Curse.

Independence, MO, June 02, 2014 - The first sixteen novels in the series, Lady Justice Takes A C.R.A.P. City Retiree Action Patrol, Lady Justice and the Lost Tapes, Lady Justice Gets Lei’d, Lady Justice and the Avenging Angels, Lady Justice and the Sting, Lady Justice And Dr. Death, Lady Justice and the Vigilante, Lady Justice and the Watchers, Lady Justice and the Candidate, Lady Justice and the Book Club Murders, Lady Justice and the Cruise Ship Murders, Lady Justice and the Class Reunion, Lady Justice and the Assassin, Lady Justice and the Lottery, Lady Justice and the Vet and Lady Justice and the Organ Traders are currently available through bookstores, online and on the author’s website.

An artifact is stolen from the King Tut exhibit, setting in motion a string of bizarre murders that baffle the Kansas City Police Department.

A local author simultaneously releases his novel, The Curse of the Pharaohs, attributing the deaths to an ancient prophesy, ‘Death shall come on swift wings to him who disturbs the peace of the King.'

Are the deaths the result of an ancient curse or modern day mayhem?

Follow the clues with Walt and decide for yourself!

Once again, Walt discovers that very little in his world is black and white.

Elizabeth Whitaker of Article Write Up writes, “A stolen artifact, a string of murders, and the claim of an ancient curse are all intricately woven into this new book by Robert Thornhill. Are all these events related or is it merely coincidence? This riveting and well-written mystery delves deep into the past while remaining grounded in the present.

“This tale of mayhem and murder explores the past and present and takes the baffled Kansas City Police down a road with many twists and turns. The clues are all there, but will they make sense? Can the mystery be solved in time?

“Robert Thornhill has once again created a plot that will keep the reader guessing right up to the very end. His focus on events, interesting characters, and depiction of real-life situations is what makes the book come alive. The main plot is accompanied by subplots that come together to tell a fascinating story. This work of fiction is well-researched, compelling, and an all-around great read. Navigate through the twists and turns with Walt as he uncovers what could be the most perplexing mystery yet.”

Lady Justice and the Sting and Lady Justice and Dr. Death, Lady Justice and the Vigilante, Lady Justice and the Candidate, Lady Justice and the Book Club Murders, Lady Justice and the Cruise Ship Murders and Lady Justice and the Vet won the Pinnacle Award for the best new mystery novels of Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Summer 2013 and Spring 2014 from the National Association of Book Entrepreneurs.

Robert is also the author of the Rainbow Road series of chapter books for children.

Visit him on the web at http://booksbybob.com

Contact:
Robert Thornhill
Books By Bob
21312 E. 37th Terr Ct S
Independence, MO 64057
660-383-6011
booksbybob@hotmail.com
http://booksbybob.com