(Phys.org) —The Office of the Inspector General, led by Paul Martin, has published the results of an audit of NASA’s cloud computing efforts and has found many such efforts lack proper security. The report also notes that many cloud efforts run by the agency were operating without the knowledge of its own Office of the Chief Information Officer. …read more
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Dr. Gavin Michael Joins JPMorgan Chase as Head of Digital for Consumer and Community Banking
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Chase announced today that Dr. Gavin Michael has joined the firm as Head of Digital for Chase’s Consumer and Community Banking division. Michael served as the Chief Technology Innovation Officer at Accenture since 2010, where he was responsible for the innovation agenda, technology strategy, and research and development. He will report to Gordon Smith, CEO of Chase Consumer and Community Banking, and Guy Chiarello, Chief Information Officer for JPMorgan Chase.
“We are extremely pleased to have Gavin join the firm,” said Gordon Smith, CEO of Consumer & Community Banking. “With over 31 million active Chase.com users and more than 12 million active mobile users, it’s important that we continue to innovate and provide exceptional customer experience in our internet and mobile channels. Gavin has more than 20 years of experience across Retail Banking technology, including governance, organization, strategy, and innovation. His experience in running large, complex global projects across financial services and consulting makes him a great fit to lead Chase’s mobile and digital channel.”
Prior to joining Accenture in 2010, Michael had a series of senior technology roles at Lloyd’s Banking Group, including Retail Chief Information Officer. In this role, he drove branch technology innovations at the center of their customer experience strategy. He previously held senior roles at National Australia Bank and IBM.
Michael received his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Australian National University and his undergraduate degree from University of Western Australia.
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Chase is the U.S. consumer and commercial banking business of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYS: JPM) , a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.4 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. Chase serves more than 52 million consumers and small businesses through more than 5,600 bank branches, 18,700 ATMs, credit cards, mortgage offices, and online and mobile banking as well as through relationships with auto dealerships. More information about Chase is available at www.chase.com.
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Heritage Financial Corporation Selects DNA Account Processing Platform from Fiserv to Accelerate Growth
BROOKFIELD, Wis.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Fiserv, Inc. (NAS: FISV) , a leading global provider of financial services technology solutions, today announced that Heritage Financial Corporation, based in Olympia, Wash., has selected the DNA™ account processing platform from Open Solutions, now part of Fiserv, to better serve the customers of Heritage Bank and Central Valley Bank. The $1.3 billion asset holding company cited the platform’s state-of-the-art technology, flexible architecture and strong commercial capabilities as key factors in the decision.
“DNA will help us achieve quick wins with operational efficiencies, a single loan system and a 360-degree view of our customer relationships. It’s a proven platform we can build on for the future,” said Lisa Welander, senior vice president and Chief Information Officer, Heritage Bank. “With four acquisitions in three years, we need technology that can help us standardize operations, achieve aggressive growth targets and create a competitive advantage with the customer experience. We found our answer in Fiserv.”
Recognized by industry leading analysts for its best-in-class technology, user experience and breadth of functionality, DNA is the first open, relationship-centered core banking platform built for global collaboration. The platform employs a real-time, relational data model designed around the person, not the transaction, so that Heritage Bank staff can securely view complete profiles of their retail and commercial customers by person, product or account. The bank also gains a single loan system for consolidated commercial, mortgage and consumer servicing with the ability to implement master line processing.
With the platform’s open .NET architecture, Heritage Bank can easily enhance DNA with solutions from Fiserv and other third-party partners. The bank will also have access to the DNAcreator™ development toolkit, which allows bank IT professionals to create and sell custom core extensions called DNAapps™ to other financial institutions via the DNAappstore™. DNAappstore is the first online marketplace for core innovation and global collaboration, creating the potential for additional revenue for the
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LGS Innovations Appoints Rich Martin as New CIO
Telecommunications Veteran to Lead All IT-Related Activities
HERNDON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– LGS Innovations™, an independent subsidiary of Alcatel-Lucent (NYSE and Euronext Paris: ALU), today announced the appointment of Rich Martin to Chief Information Officer. In this role, Mr. Martin will serve as the technical and personnel leader, establish strategic priorities, and manage operations for all information technology-related activities.
“As a professional leader who doesn’t just understand technology, but the business of technology, Rich is a perfect fit for our team,” said LGS Innovations CEO Kevin Kelly. “He will be a critical component in our efforts to research, develop, and deploy the highest value network solutions for our government customers.”
Mr. Martin brings more than 20 years of technical and managerial experience to LGS Innovations, having most recently served six years as the Chief Information Officer for Transaction Network Services. During that time, he managed a team of 40 professionals in four countries, supported operations in 20 countries, and managed a $10 million operating budget. His IT initiatives led to millions in savings from increased efficiencies and reduced expenditures.
“LGS is on the cutting edge of networking and communications,” said Martin. “I’m looking forward to working with such an innovative team to support our efforts from an IT perspective.”
Mr. Martin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Old Dominion University, and a Master of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from George Washington University.
About LGS Innovations
LGS InnovationsTM LLC solves the most complex networking and communications challenges facing the U.S. Federal Government. Building on its Bell Labs heritage, LGS Innovations delivers groundbreaking research and advanced networking and communications solutions that provide an information advantage and contribute to the mission success of its customers. Solutions include Infrastructure & Installation; Video Teleconferencing and IPTV Solutions; Public Safety and Emergency Communications, Tactical Communications; Wireless/Mobility; 4G/LTE; Cloud Solutions; Enterprise, Optical and Data Networking; Network Integration; and Research and Development in Advanced Multimedia/RF, Cybersecurity, sensing technologies, and Photonics.
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Accretive Health Names Stephen Schuckenbrock President and CEO;
Mary Tolan Elected Chairman
CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The Board of Directors of Accretive Health, Inc. (NYS: AH) announced today that Stephen Schuckenbrock, formerly president of Dell Services, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Accretive Board of Directors effective on April 3, 2013. Firm co-founder and current President and Chief Executive Officer Mary Tolan has been elected Chairman of the Board of Directors. Co-founder and current Chairman of the Board J. Michael Cline will continue to serve as a director of the company.
“In nine years Accretive Health has grown from a startup to a $1 billion company in market capitalization. As we continue to serve a rapidly changing healthcare marketplace, the new, enhanced management team is a natural evolution as part of our growth. Steve’s strengths in technology, driving growth at Dell Services and operational execution will add to an already capable team,” Cline said.
As president of Dell Services, he oversaw a full range of business solutions from infrastructure and cloud to Business Process Outsourcing. He was responsible for developing and delivering end-to-end IT services and business solutions for global corporations, government, healthcare providers and educational institutions around the world. His work at Dell also included President of Dell’s Large Enterprise business and Chief Information Officer.
“I am excited and honored to be taking this leadership role in a company that I believe can make a real difference in healthcare. In a very short time, Mary and her team have created an innovative business model around the important core mission of improving healthcare for providers and patients alike. Mary’s leadership and expertise will be key as we seek to meet and exceed customer needs in a complex and rapidly evolving industry. I look forward to partnering with Mary and the entire leadership team to take the company to the next level,” Schuckenbrock said.
Said Tolan: “For some time now, the Board and I have been looking to add to the intellectual and operational firepower of our senior leadership ranks. I am delighted to say we have found an extraordinary executive, Steve Schuckenbrock,” adding, “We expect that his experience in scaling the $8.5 billion technology services business at Dell, which had significant healthcare focus and excelled in customer outcomes, will be an important catalyst for our company.”
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Black Box Corporation Directors Elect Two New Members to Board
PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Black Box Corporation (NAS: BBOX) , a leading communications system integrator, announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Mr. John Heller and Mr. Joel Trammell to the Board. Both Messrs. Heller and Trammell’s terms will expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders. At that time, it is expected that they will stand for election by the stockholders.
Mr. Heller retired from Caterpillar Inc. in February 2012. He held a number of positions of increasing responsibility at Caterpillar during a 38-year career, last serving as Vice President and Chief Information Officer for more than the last 5 years. He is a graduate of Millikin University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and holds an M.B.A. from the University of Illinois.
Mr. Trammell is a Managing Partner of Lone Rock Technology Group since 2011. Mr. Trammell was a founder and the CEO of CacheIQ, Inc. from June 2010 until it was acquired by NetApp, Inc. in November 2012. Previously, he was a founder and served as the CEO of NetQoS, Inc. from June 2000 to November 2009. Mr. Trammell is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.
“I am very pleased to have John and Joel join our Board of Directors,” said Mr. Thomas G. Greig, Chairman of Black Box Corporation’s Board of Directors. “Both bring deep expertise in many areas including enterprise technology, management and strategic planning. Their perspectives will help to drive shareholder value as Black Box continues to grow and adapt to our rapidly changing business environment. I join my fellow directors in welcoming them to the Board.”
About Black Box
Black Box is a leading communications system integrator dedicated to designing, sourcing, implementing and maintaining today’s complex communications solutions. Black Box services more than 175,000 clients in approximately 150 countries with approximately 200 offices throughout the world. To learn more, visit the Black Box Web site at http://www.blackbox.com.
Black Box® and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc. Any third-party trademarks appearing in this press release are acknowledged to be the property of their respective owners.
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Monster’s 6Sense® Semantic Search Technology Launches in the Netherlands
Power Resume Search®, Powered by 6Sense®, Improves Hiring Efficiency and Effectiveness for Companies around the World
MAYNARD, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Monster, the worldwide leader in successfully connecting people to job opportunities and flagship brand of Monster Worldwide, Inc. (NYS: MWW) announced this week that the company’s 6Sense® semantic search technology, which is the technology behind Power Resume Search™, is now available in the Netherlands. Recruiters in seven countries can now quickly and precisely find and target candidates who best meet their hiring needs.
Monster’s team in the Netherlands worked on the 6Sense knowledge base for over two years prior to launch. 48 clients from different sectors participated in the beta phase, which lasted over 8 months, and conducted over 37,000 searches to test and give feedback. This feedback was then incorporated into the knowledge base before the product launched this month.
“With the size of resume databases growing from thousands to tens of millions, 6Sense is the perfect answer to the challenges businesses face when seeking new employees,” Mark Conway, Chief Information Officer, Monster Worldwide. “A top priority for companies around the world is to quickly and accurately fill openings and Monster’s technology uniquely addresses that need. For job seekers, 6Sense powered search delivers relevant job search results, precisely matching people with opportunities better than ever before.”
In side-by-side comparisons with competitive sites using standard keyword search technology, 97 percent of recruiters in the U.S. reported they found qualified candidates faster when using Monster’s 6Sense search technology.
Monster’s 6Sense semantic search technology enables employers to find the best candidates significantly quicker by analyzing resumes as a hiring manager would. Through Power Resume Search, resumes are read and skills evaluated to provide understanding of an individual’s experience in seconds instead of hours. Semantic search technology goes far beyond traditional keyword search, saving time and increasing productivity, allowing recruiters to see relevant resumes in less time creating unprecedented hiring efficiency by providing faster access to better qualified candidates.
Developed through Monster’s 2008 acquisition of search leader Trovix Inc., Monster’s 6Sense patented semantic search technology utilizes intuitive, concept based searching, with a human-like understanding of the recruiting process and hiring needs. The 6Sense precision matching technology understands job titles, skills, experience level, industries, education and the hierarchy of concepts, evaluating a candidate’s work experience like a recruiter would in a …read more
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Joe Schmitt Appointed Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Pitney Bowes
STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Pitney Bowes Inc. (NYS: PBI) today announced the appointment of Joe Schmitt to the position of Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Schmitt was also elected an officer of the company. He will report to Kevin Connolly, Vice President, Global Client Services.
Schmitt succeeds Greg Buoncontri, who recently retired from Pitney Bowes. In his new role, Schmitt will lead information technology strategies and teams worldwide. He will have a particular focus on developing and deploying an innovative information and IT infrastructure for the company, including all data and technical service centers, communications networks (both voice and data), and enterprise software applications.
“Joe has all the qualities you look for in a strong CIO,” said Connolly. “He’s experienced, strategic, has a global perspective, and is an energetic agent for positive change. He is a great addition to our leadership team.”
Schmitt previously held Chief Information Officer positions at Steward Health Care System and Cerberus Capital Management. He started his career with Accenture, the global management consulting and technology services firm, and then spent twelve years in roles of increasing responsibility at General Electric.
Schmitt graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with Bachelor of Science degrees in economics and industrial management.
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Pitney Bowes provides technology solutions for small, mid-size and large firms that help them connect with customers to build loyalty and grow revenue. The company’s solutions for financial services, healthcare, legal, nonprofit, public sector and retail organizations are delivered on open platforms to best organize, analyze and apply both public and proprietary data to two-way customer communications. Pitney Bowes is the only firm that includes direct mail, transactional mail, call centers and in-store technologies in its solution mix along with digital channels such as the Web, email, live chat and mobile applications. Pitney Bowes has approximately USD $5 billion in annual revenue and 27,000 employees worldwide. Pitney Bowes: Every connection is a new opportunity™. www.pb.com
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GE Names Jamie Miller Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
FAIRFIELD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– GE today announced that Jamie Miller has been named senior vice president and chief information officer (CIO). In this role, Miller will lead the information technology teams across the company to further leverage technology to enable speed, growth and profitability.
Miller, 44, will report to Jeff Immelt, GE chairman and CEO. She will be based at GE global headquarters in Fairfield, CT.
“As a company doing business in nearly 160 countries, we have seen the growing strategic importance of information technology in enabling efficient operations and business processes,” said Immelt. “Jamie is the right person to lead this effort. She has a strong track record of building and developing high performing teams, delivering innovative business solutions, and partnering with global leaders in executing large scale transformational projects.”
Miller previously was vice president, controller and chief accounting officer for GE, where she led a globally distributed GE controllership team comprised of about 3,500 accountants. Prior to joining GE in 2008, she served as the senior vice president, chief accounting officer and controller of WellPoint, Inc. She was also a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, where she served in a number of roles including Financial Services leader for the Chicago practice. Miller also served as vice president, corporate controller and chief accounting officer at Genworth Financial (formerly GE Financial Assurance).
Miller graduated from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, in 1990 with a B.S. degree in Accountancy. She is a Certified Public Accountant and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
In the CIO role, Miller succeeds Charlene Begley, who has taken a leave of absence for personal health reasons.
Jan Hauser, partner in the Accounting Consulting Services department of the PricewaterhouseCoopers National Professional Services Group, will succeed Miller as vice president, controller and chief accounting officer for GE. She is a respected presence in the accounting community, having served as an SEC fellow, and playing strategic roles with key standard-setting bodies.
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Mannatech Hires Industry Veteran as President of International, COO
Roy Truett brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Mannatech
COPPELL, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Mannatech, Incorporated(NASDAQ: MTEX), the leading innovator and provider of naturally sourced supplements based on Real Food Technology® solutions, announced today the hiring of Roy Truett as President of International and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.
Mr. Truett brings a wealth of experience working at the executive level in both the direct sales and nutritional industries. Most notably, he spent 12 years serving at USANA Health Sciences, beginning as Director of IT, then quickly taking on additional responsibilities for the company, including Chief Information Officer. Most recently, he began serving as the company’s Global Chief Operating Officer in May 2011. As COO, he was responsible for the company’s day-to-day operating activities and enhancing the internal organization process. He was also accountable for many key departments, including information technology, supply chain management, compensation plan strategies, project management and inventory control.
Mr. Truett, a seasoned veteran of the industry, will lead Mannatech’s operational efforts at the corporate level globally and drive growth strategies internationally. He will oversee the company’s efforts in international operations, supply chain and I.T., and will also be involved in all strategic decisions for the company as part of the Senior Executive Office.
“I’m excited about Mannatech’s unique position in the market and the opportunity I have to work with a great team,” said Roy Truett, President of International and Chief Operating Officer. “Mannatech has always had a reputation for offering the most advanced, scientifically-based, effective nutritional products in the industry. I’m equally impressed with the company’s commitment to its mission of fighting global malnutrition. My goal is to help move the company forward to new heights and further streamline our operations so our Independent Associates can share the message of Mannatech, building their businesses and securing their own financial freedom.”
“At Mannatech, we are committed to excellence. Adding Roy Truett to our team shows that we are acting on that commitment to constantly improve,” said Dr. Robert Sinnott, CEO and Chief Science Officer. “The entire management team is enthusiastic about working alongside someone with Roy’s skills, expertise and leadership. As a company, we’ve been laser-focused on driving initiatives that lead to sales growth as well as continually improving operational excellence. Roy’s experience and proven track record as a successful leader in operational areas and international growth will help us to …read more
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By Peter High, Contributor Automatic Data Processing’s Mike Capone is someone who has long had a foot in information technology and a foot in the business. He has a bachelor’s degree in computer science, but he also has an MBA. He spent time as a vice president of IT at ADP, but he went on to be a General Manager of a global HR & payroll outsourcing business within the company. In July 2008, he became ADP’s first ever global Chief Information Officer. When he took on that role, he did so as a business executive would, however. He pushed IT ever closer to the rest of the organization. He developed a mandate for innovation during the heart of the economic malaise. He also accompanied sales executives on sales calls with customers, and pushed his team to do the same. In so doing, IT’s value to the company grew. Therefore, in the second half of 2012, Capone added the role of Corporate Vice President of Product Development to his CIO title, adding a very business-centric role to his one in IT. His is an example of an IT executive who successfully amplifies the value of IT to the point where it is only logical that he take over a key business role. As Capone points out in my interview with him, nearly all ADP products have IT components to them, so having an executive who oversees both worlds provides tremendous synergy and efficiency.
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