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Burrell Communications Group launches 'KAI 1, The Origin Story,' their first creative for the new ANTA KAI 1 'Enlightened Warrior' shoe

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Friday, April 12, 2024

CHICAGO, April 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Burrell Communications Group, one of the world's most highly regarded Black-owned advertising agencies, today announced the release of "KAI 1, The Origin Story," the first advertising campaign for the signature ANTA KAI 1 basketball shoe. The inaugural campaign from Burrell supports the newly released "Enlightened Warrior," the second colorway of the ANTA KAI 1, inspired by ANTA Chief Creative Officer and global basketball icon Kyrie Irving. ANTA U.S. and Burrell's partnership began in February of this year.

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The inaugural campaign from Burrell supports the newly released "Enlightened Warrior," the second colorway of the ANTA KAI 1, inspired by ANTA Chief Creative Officer and global basketball icon Kyrie Irving.
Burrell CCO Khari Streeter led the project for the agency in collaboration with Group Creative Director Corey Seaton, Creative Director Desmond Williams and Senior Art Director Claudio Garcia.
"Our agency is excited for this first opportunity to showcase our work with our ANTA brand partners and the Irving family.
"Our latest collaboration with Burrell Communications Group wasn't just about pushing boundaries.

Government Technology Veterans George Wilson and Tom Weston Partner with Bluestone Investment Partners

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

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MCLEAN, Va., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in the defense and government technology sector, today announced a partnership with seasoned government technology leaders, George Wilson and Tom Weston. Messrs. Wilson and Weston have extensive strategy, operational, and M&A experience, and proven records of value creation in the defense and government technology sector.

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MCLEAN, Va., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in the defense and government technology sector, today announced a partnership with seasoned government technology leaders, George Wilson and Tom Weston.
Messrs. Wilson and Weston have extensive strategy, operational, and M&A experience, and proven records of value creation in the defense and government technology sector.
John Allen, Bluestone co-founder and Managing Partner, said "We have known George and Tom for more than two decades and have long wanted to partner with them.
"We are excited to partner with the Bluestone team to build a premiere government technology provider," said George Wilson.

One-Click 3D Cloud Product Renders Update Simplifies E-commerce Visuals at Scale

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks a leap forward in visual content creation for the home furnishings industry. 3D Cloud by Marxent, the leader in 3D product visualization and 3D digital asset management for DIY and furniture, announced an innovation that is revolutionizing how furniture retailers and manufacturers create product visuals.

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3D Cloud by Marxent, the leader in 3D product visualization and 3D digital asset management for DIY and furniture, announced an innovation that is revolutionizing how furniture retailers and manufacturers create product visuals.
Traditional product photography and professional-grade renders are complex, expensive, and time-consuming," said Beck Besecker, CEO and Co-Founder of 3D Cloud by Marxent, "This new solution offers a method of producing exceptional product visuals efficiently and at scale without having to hire or outsource," Besecker said.
Unlike traditional CGI product renders, 3D Cloud Product Renders are fast and easy to create.
Key Features of the 3D Cloud Product Renders update Include:
Powerful Presets: Achieve a consistent look without extensive training.

Sony Electronics Announces a 4K 60p Pan-Tilt-Zoom Camera with AI-based Auto Framing

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

PARAMUS, N.J., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Electronics is releasing a flagship 4K 60p pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) camera model with an integrated lens, the BRC-AM7. Incorporating PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology for advanced recognition, the camera facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects. These innovations enable simplified high-quality video production for broadcast, live event, and sports productions.

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Incorporating PTZ Auto Framing technology, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology for advanced recognition, the camera facilitates accurate and natural automatic tracking of moving subjects.
Sony Electronics is releasing the BRC-AM7, a 4K 60p pan-tilt-zoom camera with an integrated lens and Auto Framing.
"We recently incorporated AI-based auto-tracking and Auto Framing technology into our models and the feedback was tremendous.
3.00 firmware update that will add the PTZ Auto Framing technology to the FR7 full-frame, interchangeable lens PTZ camera.

CGI named lead partner by Minnesota for multi-state initiative to analyze diversity, equity, inclusion data in child support programs

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

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ST. PAUL, Minn., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) today announced a partnership with the State of Minnesota on a $4 million, grant-funded research project, the "Advancing Equity in Child Support" initiative.

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ST. PAUL, Minn., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A) today announced a partnership with the State of Minnesota on a $4 million, grant-funded research project, the "Advancing Equity in Child Support" initiative.
The State's project will examine data to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in child support programs across Minnesota, Michigan, and California, as part of a federal initiative to generate measurable information regarding program effectiveness and impact.
"The project will result in much-needed research on the impact of child support on historically disadvantaged and marginalized individuals," according to Shaneen Moore, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Minnesota Department of Human Services.
The initiative will also seek to build knowledge and cultural competency for child support professionals through DEI training and assessments.

Canadian General Investments: Investment Update - Unaudited

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

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TORONTO, Canada, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI) reports on an unaudited basis that its net asset value per share (NAV) at March 31, 2024 was $62.80, resulting in year-to-date and 12-month NAV returns, with dividends reinvested, of 13.4% and 22.2%, respectively.

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TORONTO, Canada, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian General Investments, Limited (CGI) (TSX:CGI) (LSE: CGI) reports on an unaudited basis that its net asset value per share (NAV) at March 31, 2024 was $62.80, resulting in year-to-date and 12-month NAV returns, with dividends reinvested, of 13.4% and 22.2%, respectively.
These compare with the 6.6% and 14.0% returns of the benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index on a total return basis for the same periods.
The Company employs a leveraging strategy, by way of bank borrowing, with the intent to enhance returns to common shareholders.
The sector weightings of CGI’s investment portfolio at market as of March 31, 2024 were as follows:

U.S. Public Sector Adapts to Change by Modernizing HCM

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

“New HCM platforms provide real-time access to data, which can help agencies increase accountability and public trust.”

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“New HCM platforms provide real-time access to data, which can help agencies increase accountability and public trust.”
The report also explores other HCM trends in the U.S. public sector, including the rising importance of remote workforce management and mobile access to HR data for employees and administrators.
For more insights into the HCM challenges facing the U.S. public sector, including talent shortages and diversity mandates, and ISG’s advice for addressing them, see the ISG Provider Lens™ Focal Points briefing here .
The 2023 ISG Provider Lens™ HCM Technology Platforms report for the U.S. Public Sector evaluates the capabilities of 36 providers across three quadrants: Core HCM Platforms Plus Talent Management, Payroll Management Solutions and Recruiting and Retention Solutions.
The 2023 ISG Provider Lens™ HCM Technology Platforms report for the U.S. Public Sector is available to subscribers or for one-time purchase on this webpage .

Nevada to transform state ERP systems with cloud-based CGI Advantage® solution

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

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Extending a 30-year partnership with the state, CGI will deploy a built-for-government solution to help the state transform their operations.

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Extending a 30-year partnership with the state, CGI will deploy a built-for-government solution to help the state transform their operations.
"CORE.NV's vision is to build an integrated, statewide Enterprise Resource Planning solution for our State Financial and Human Resource systems, based upon CGI Advantage.
This new solution will expand functionality, increase responsiveness, and enable our State to quickly adapt to a rapidly approaching future," said State of Nevada OPM Director, Brian Bowles.
The CGI Advantage solution for Nevada features a secure design and a responsive user experience.

CGI partners with MOSL to enable continued innovation for the retail water market in England

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

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The contract is valued at $18.7 million (£11.5 million).

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The contract is valued at $18.7 million (£11.5 million).
Simon Powell, Chief Information Officer at MOSL said, "By working closely with CGI, we will be able to drive both efficiency and innovation while continuing to provide a reliable service that delivers value for money for both retailers and wholesalers.
Partnering with CGI we will continue to deliver a well-functioning market whilst developing the capabilities for the future."
Additionally, the platform enables MOSL to enhance customer service and provide more choice for business customers.

CGI appointed as Strategic Delivery Partner to UK Cabinet Office for digital transformation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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LONDON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, has been selected by the UK Government's Cabinet Office as a Strategic Delivery Partner for the Cabinet Office Digital (CO Digital) department.

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LONDON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB), one of the largest independent IT and business consulting services firms in the world, has been selected by the UK Government's Cabinet Office as a Strategic Delivery Partner for the Cabinet Office Digital (CO Digital) department.
Under the contract, CGI will partner with the CO Digital function to deliver a range of digital, data and technology services and products in support of Cabinet Office Business Units, enabling their digital transformation.
Michael Hill, Chief Digital Information Officer for the Cabinet Office said, "We are looking forward to working with CGI and its ecosystem partners as our Strategic Delivery Partner.
We look forward to growing our relationship with CO Digital as their Strategic Delivery Partner, and helping them to drive consistency, innovation and value, while facilitating the growth of digital capabilities for the Cabinet Office as a whole."