Rubbermaid executive takes helm at Igloo Sep 19, 2009
The past two years have seen significant progress in new product development, new market penetration and overall sales, Kiedaisch said in a statement. With Jim Roberts leading the management team in day-to-day operations, I can now concentrate on broadening our foundation by finding the right product extensions or acquisitions to take our company to the next level. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
An Electric Transatlantic Divide? Sep 18, 2009
And in that scenario, it will take until 2040 before EVs achieve significant market penetration. By my reckoning, thats about on schedule to bring enough high-range (300-plus mile), affordable EVs to market to replace petroleum-powered cars. (Slate)
Lack of Black Techies, Web Redlining and That Darned Digital Divide Sep 16, 2009
But like everything else, we have a low market penetration in the leadership space. . (Slate)
Startups flock to TechCrunch50 Sep 15, 2009
"You have great technology," Dodge said of Clicker, "but how do you get the market penetration, how do you get the users?". Lanzone replied that the company will compete by partnering with content sites, being the best resource available and ensuring they rank high in search results. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Dialling up the plan for broadband Sep 14, 2009
Ms McCullagh also said the NBN needed market penetration of 70-80 per cent, which was difficult to achieve without Telstra's participation. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
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Market penetration in Taiwan is 90 percent, the company says. NT dollar makes big gain. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
HEICO Corporation Reports Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter Results Aug 27, 2009
We have been able to offset a substantial portion of this market decline by accelerated new product development efforts and additional market penetration. "Our Electronic Technologies Group reported net sales of $37.1 million and $97.5 million, respectively, for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal 2009, compared to $37.7 million and $105.7 million, respectively, for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal 2008. While our Electronic Technologies Group was aided by some... (Primezone Releases)
DirecTV Grows Latin America Business Aug 24, 2009
Regardless of the differences between the two operations in terms of size, market penetration and maturation, the goals of both the U.S. and Latin American operations are the same. "We want to provide the best TV experience, hands down," Churchill said. (Multichannel News)
Around Town (Slideshow): Events, Kiwanis, Library, Manegait, Military news and more (337) Aug 24, 2009
Mina has a broad scope of lending expertise and an in-depth skill set that will particularly enable her to enhance client relations and increase our market penetration in Collin County. . (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
RM500m boost for Bank Rakyat capital Aug 24, 2009
Although the focus and discipline is on basic banking, a lot of innovation goes into strategies for further market penetration, developing a performance culture and keeping the staff continuously happy despite their routine jobs. We work as a family and group where everyone is adequately rewarded, Kamaruzaman said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Hybrid Cars Enter the Mainstream Au... Aug 22, 2009
A Wedge Analysis of the U.S. Transportation Sector published by the EPA in 2007 estimates that with a 30% market penetration, hybrid electric vehicles could be responsible for a 40% vehicle fuel economy improvement. The same report also estimates that increased use of hybrid cars could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 29% with the possibility of up to 60% should plug in hybrid vehicles become available. (Suite101.com)
NYSERDA to study plug-in vehicles Aug 20, 2009
NYSERDA said the study most likely play a role in planning for the increased market penetration of the vehicles. This study will offer insight into the supply-side of the market where capacity is necessary to achieve wide public acceptance of these vehicles, said Francis Murray Jr., NYSERDA s president and CEO.. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Gates acquires Dubai-based Hydrolink Group Aug 19, 2009
Gates said the acquisition would allow it to increase its market penetration for fluid-power products in Hydrolink's markets. "As an established leader in this vibrant and growing market, Hydrolink is uniquely positioned to serve the needs of the oil and gas industry, and is a natural addition to Gates Engineering & Services group," David Gau, president of Gates' fluid power division, said in a statement Monday. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Web offers happiness gauges Aug 19, 2009
While questions remain about how representative the Internet is as a sample of the general population, some say it is reaching a point of maturity and market penetration where it can become a reliable source of information. "These are amazing times where people are recording incredible amounts of interactions," Dodds said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
China Organic Agriculture, Inc. Second Quarter 2009 Financials Aug 18, 2009
The Company sells to a limited number of distributors in China, which it will seek to leverage for increased market penetration in agricultural, food and related premium products. For more information, please visit. (PR Newswire)
Pharmos Corporation Reports 2009 Second Quarter Results Aug 13, 2009
Statements made in this press release related to the business outlook and future financial performance of Pharmos, to the prospective market penetration of its drug products, to the development and commercialization of its pipeline products and to its expectations in connection with any future event, condition, performance or other matter, are forward-looking and are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve risks and... (PR Newswire)
India recovers, then falters Aug 13, 2009
The main features of these policies were to leave tax cuts in place in order to promote consumption, to increase spending on infrastructure along with public services (especially favoring rural areas), to sell off parts of public enterprises outside the banking and insurance sectors (these latter two would seek greater market penetration), and to continue credit incentives for producers of all sizes. Within a week following the budget announcement, the stock market's benchmark BSE Sensex 30... (Asia Times Online)
> The Pitch: BetterOffLine puts expos, trade shows at your fingertips Aug 12, 2009
MONEY BEING SOUGHT: $3 million to accelerate market penetration through focused sales and marketing efforts and further advance product development. There is no time limit on this. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
International wine: Aug 11, 2009
This market penetration demonstrates that imported wine is clearly not some sort of trendy fad, such as Crocs or tagine dishes. Before we consider the reason that we might be embracing imported wine there's one important factor to consider: New Zealand. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Sustainable Palm Oil Still Difficul... Aug 10, 2009
Producers that do make the switch to sustainable production reap benefits two-fold according to supporters, in that they achieve better market penetration with large buyers such as (which has vowed to eliminate all non-sustainable palm oil products from its shelves by 2012) and also make money from the sale of their certificate. However, critics argue that RSPO s certification program does not create sufficient incentives to encourage enough palm oil producers to change their production... (Suite101.com)
Benvest New Look Income Fund Releases Its Results for the Second Quarter of 2009 Aug 8, 2009
Martial Gagne, President of New Look Eyewear Inc., is pleased with the overall results and stated: "Our strategy of increasing store volumes, despite fragile economic conditions, has continued to generate satisfactory results and we continue to pursue increased market penetration in both the Quebec and Ottawa markets". (1) Refer to Note 1 in the attached table for a definition of EBITDA.. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
No bank left behind Aug 8, 2009
These are our target segments where we have gained good momentum and continue to build strong capabilities to further strengthen our market penetration and positioning, she says. To Lai, Alliance Bank is a domestic-centric bank and it aims to deepen its footprint within its core client segments via a spectrum of financial solutions such as wealth management, Islamic banking, as well as investment banking products and advisory capabilities. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Pay-TV no longer a luxury: Austar CEO Aug 2, 2009
" He said Austar expected further growth and was in the early stages of market penetration in Australia. The company has just over 30 per cent market share in Australia, whereas in New Zealand and the UK it's pushing 50 per cent. Mr Porter said the federal government's $900 stimulus handout helped reduce the number of subscribers dropping off from its service during the economic downturn. ? 2009 Brought to you by Join the conversation 4 people are reading this now. . . 1 people read this Today... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Power Integrations Reports Second-Quarter Financial Results Jul 31, 2009
Balakrishnan added: "The increasing focus on energy efficiency among policymakers, manufacturers and consumers has increased the rate of design activity in the power-supply industry, giving us more opportunities to increase our market penetration. Our EcoSmart(r) energy-efficiency technology enables outstanding efficiency performance in a highly cost-effective fashion, giving us a competitive advantage whenever there is a meaningful efficiency requirement. "The rapid ramp of our new... (Primezone Releases)
South Africa: Zuma to Visit India to Enhance Bilateral Relations Jul 30, 2009
The minister urged the local private sector to further explore export opportunities and increase market penetration for South African products into the Indian market. She said that India had a market of 1. (allAfrica.com)
IDTection Corporation Announces Strategic Partnership with National ID Recovery Jul 28, 2009
"Our strategic partnership with IDTection will enhance our market penetration and help provide our solutions to the masses," states Daniel J. Benish, Director of Business Development for National ID Recovery. "We are confident about our partnership with IDTection as it will offer complete, cost-effective and proven identity theft solutions that will benefit companies and their consumers.". (PR Newswire)
Apple Makes Nice with Music Labels Jul 28, 2009
Such a device would seek to boost the popularity and market penetration of Apple's mobile version of OS X, says Michael Gartenberg, an analyst at consultancy. "People have been thinking about this as a product strategy, but what it really is is a platform strategy," he says. (BusinessWeek)
Core Lab Reports Q2 2009 Results: Cash Totals Exceed $100 Million; YTD Free Cash Flow Equals $3.49/Share Jul 23, 2009
Increasing market penetration by the Company's HERO(TM), SuperHERO(TM), and SuperHERO Plus+(TM) lines of perforating charges and concentrated focus on the Haynesville, Marcellus, and Eagle Ford Shale developments were the primary contributors to the segment's relatively superior performance. Core's recently introduced SpectraChem Plus+(TM) service also continues to gain market acceptance. (PR Newswire)
Letter to Our Shareholders Jul 23, 2009
(3) Rapid market penetration is central to Digital Utilities growth strategy. Accordingly, the Company's goal is to enter all the IPTV International markets in the next twelve months. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
SRS Labs Running Sweepstakes to Celebrate Flat Panel TV Market Penetration Jul 23, 2009
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Telmar and Cuende Bring TOPS 2.0 Outdoor Media Planning System to World Markets Jul 21, 2009
This alliance combines Telmar's global market penetration, all media research and software experience with that of the Cuende organization. TOPS 2. (PR Newswire)
Innovative and Affordable Products Uplift Prospects for Point-of-Use Water Treatment Systems Market in India, Finds Frost & Sullivan Jul 21, 2009
The high cost of UV and RO systems have resulted in low acceptance levels among the middle and lower class sections; consequently, market penetration of these products has been curtailed. In such a scenario, the choice of distribution channel is critical for the enhancement of business prospects. (PR Newswire)
Your sayUndercover: Productivity Commission recommends end to territorial copyright Jul 15, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald Blogs: Entertainment. Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
IT Management Blog Jul 5, 2009
According to a statement by tracking firm comScore, in its first week, Bing increased Microsoft's (NASDAQ: MSFT) search engine market penetration from 13. 8 percent in a five-day period in May to 15. (IntranetJournal)
Power Rental in Africa to Double by 2014, Reveals Frost & Sullivan Jul 1, 2009
" The power rental market is set to remain robust despite a lack of a rental culture in many African countries. The below 100KVA range, which accounted for 46 per cent of the total demand in 2007, is poised to continue as the most important power range. Governments or utilities constitute the largest end-user segment, accounting for 64.5 per cent of the total demand. This trend is anticipated to continue in the foreseeable future, as increased demand for housing, telecoms expansion and the boom... (PR Newswire)
GLCs should sell non-core activities, says Najib Jul 1, 2009
These companies must continue to pursue an increasingly international outlook in terms of market penetration and international competitiveness, he said. Most Viewed. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Education reform: Experts assess impact of 1993 reform law, and look ahead Jul 1, 2009
It feels to many that the pace we are moving at we will be lucky if our grandkids will see the scale and market penetration we are all looking for. Why the caution and tentativeness to take this charter school thing and move on this. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
TROJAN GETS MARKET PENETRATION IN VIDEO Jun 29, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009 Last Update: 05:15 AM EDT. By HOLLY SANDERS WARE. (New York Post -- Business)
Marcial: Achillion, a Promising Biotech Jun 29, 2009
For ACH-1625, McCarthy assumes a market penetration of 20% when launched, a 10% success rate based on clinical studies, and a 2013 launch of the product, "with a peak annual risk-adjusted royalty-based sales nearing $16 million as early as 2015.". Meanwhile, ACH-1095, which Achillion says has demonstrated "significant potency in laboratory assays," is also expected to gain a market penetration of 20%, a 10% success rate, a launch in 2013, and peak sales of $16 million by 2015, according to... (BusinessWeek)
Dealerships' status remains the same Jun 29, 2009
" I want to see that because it is supposed to be based on dealerships that had between 10 and 20 points above market penetration. I want to see that list.". Pike Press 2009. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
Varian buys radiotherapy software companies for $2.2M Jun 27, 2009
"We expect that our worldwide sales, service, and support network will contribute to faster and deeper market penetration for these software products," Guertin said. The IKOE software is now installed in about 20 sites, primarily in the U.S.. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
A Million iPhone 3G S Sold, But Doesn't Beat iPhone 3G Jun 24, 2009
The lighter crowds could be attributed to the heavy market penetration the iPhone already has. Or it could be that the iPhone 3G S isn't perceived as dramatic a shift as the iPhone 3G was -- possibly due to high expectations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Will newspapers survive the financial turbulence? Jun 20, 2009
Call it what you want, the concept is all about creating a diversified product base that improves market penetration and profit. A broad product portfolio and a wide content portfolio within the products bring new revenues and new audiences to the newspaper and fulfill the reader's needs for tailored content. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
iPhone 3G S: Rumor vs. Reality Jun 20, 2009
believed that Apple's next move would be to introduce an entry-level iPhone, priced at around $99, with fewer features for further market penetration. Reference: - May 19, 2009 Reference: - December 5, 2008. (IGN Gear)
Heavners thank the community Jun 19, 2009
We were picked based upon capitalization, profit-loss statements, customer satisfaction surveys, and market penetration. Also considered were the locations that were strategic for growth. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Bing Bucks: Microsoft Sees Paid Click Lift Jun 16, 2009
According to comScore, Bing in its first week increased Microsoft's search engine market penetration 1. 7 percent, from 13. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Mac OS memory flaws pose challenges for enterprise endpoint protection Jun 5, 2009
Mac OS security issues and flaws While those writing malicious software still overwhelmingly target Windows due to market penetration -- there are far more Windows machines out there than Macs, especially in the enterprise -- that doesn't mean hackers aren't interested in exploiting the Mac OS.. For example, a recently reported Mac exploit discovered by a pair of Symantec Corp. researchers involves pirated Trojan versions of Apple's iWork 09 software and Adobe Photoshop CS4. (Search Security, MA)
Southeast Asian Automation and Software Market Continues on Upward Trajectory, Finds Frost & Sullivan Jun 4, 2009
Imparting product knowledge to end users and building awareness will facilitate deep market penetration. However, decision makers in the SEA process control industry exhibit a distinct reluctance to implement new technology due to the associated high costs and what is perceived as the risks of employing new A&S. Due to high price sensitivity, A&S vendors must compete on the basis of price, which makes it difficult to maintain profit margins. (PR Newswire)
AMERCO Reports Fiscal 2009 Financial Results Jun 4, 2009
"Self-moving equipment rental revenue was disappointing for the year," stated Joe Shoen, chairman of AMERCO. "Public data indicates that the current economic situation has resulted in a significant decline in consumer confidence. Our goal is to continue to strive for better market penetration of those who are moving. Our industry provides cost effective products and services for those who are moving," concluded Shoen. Highlights of Full-Year and Fourth-Quarter 2009 Results. (PR Newswire)
MDS Announces Strategy to Focus MDS Pharma Services on Early Stage Operations - Discovery Through Phase IIa Jun 1, 2009
By divesting our Phase II-IV operations, we will be better able to take advantage of our core competencies in Early Stage. We believe this will prove beneficial to the success of the business, to customers and to shareholders. (Canada Newswire)
OneMove(TM) Announces Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter Financial Results May 27, 2009
Mr. Johnson continued: "We recognized the challenges the British Columbia real estate market was facing and as a result implemented dramatic cost saving measures which included a 20% reduction of wages and salaries effective March 1, 2009. Of greater significance was the Company's decision to create its own direct access portal and no longer be a menu selection on BC OnLine. This decision is perhaps the single biggest cost reduction initiative that we have undertaken since we started and results... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Big Changes In Small Markets May 25, 2009
She helped Cox launch its telephony product in a facilities-based switched platform, achieving nearly 13% market penetration in the first year of being fully launched. Leonard Higgins, senior vice president of advanced services: Higgins oversees not only Bresnans telephony and high-speed data units, he also is responsible for the companys business telecom services. (Multichannel News)
Fraudulent Insurance claims slowing down benefits payments May 22, 2009
However, he said, market penetration was still low and there was the need to focus on education to enhance public understanding of the need of holding life policies. While commending agents, brokers and Bancassurance to the continuous growth of the company, Mr. Bruce Jnr. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Talking Gearheads: Electric Vehicles and the Future of Cars May 21, 2009
However, I don't think we're going to see as much market penetration by plug-in hybrids and E.V.s. Price is a major issue. For E.V.s, it will take more than 12 years for truly affordable pure-battery E.V.s to make up one-fifth of the market. (Slate)
More of this story May 21, 2009
The survey scores dealerships on a variety of categories including new vehicle sales, market penetration, profitability, capitalization, sales and service customer satisfaction, dealership location and market demographics. Fichtner is now waiting for the other shoe to drop, wondering if his dealership will make it through the next round of reductions in the number of dealerships and wondering what GM's expectations will be for its new reinvented dealer network. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Tom Edwards Chrysler Will Remain Open, Serving Bartow May 16, 2009
Edwards cited the dealerships high ratings in customer surveys and market penetration as two reasons the dealership was allowed to remain open. This is a good thing for our employees and the community, he said. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Acquiring Knowledge about Your Marketplace May 16, 2009
Consult your broker about company-compiled statistics on regional trends and also on your firm's market share and market penetration. Especially if you work for a regional or national real estate company or franchise, your organization has likely commissioned studies that will be useful to your fact-gathering efforts. (RealtyTimes)
Area GM dealers: No word on closures May 16, 2009
But we were feeling pretty good we've been around for 55 years, we have a new facility, we're well-capitalized, we have zero debt, good market penetration and good customer satisfaction numbers ... Our market penetration is one of the largest in the northwest United States, so we flew by that with good colors, Nordberg said. (Missoulian, MT)
GM to shut down 1,100 dealers, keeps list secret | Lowest Orlando-area gas prices May 16, 2009
"The manufacturers don't pay the rent, the salaries the dealers do that. And studies have shown that when you close dealers, you lose market penetration.". Similarly upset is George Nahas, owner of Saturn of the Lakes in Tavares, who said it was "just a dog and pony show for the administration. It won't save anybody any money, and it will cost a lot of jobs.". (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Cablemas 4Q08 Net Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Up 18.2% and 5.0% YoY May 16, 2009
Following the strong capital investments made in 2008 and to adjust to the current environment, during 2009 Cablemas expects to maintain a conservative stance in terms of capital expenditures while focusing on further increasing market penetration by continuing to leverage its current distribution network. As of December 31, 2008, Cablemas had a network of 15,291 km, of which 85% was bidirectional, 90% was operating at or greater than 550 MHz and 79% was operating at or greater than 750 MHz. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
McBrayer's Dealership Makes Cut May 15, 2009
McBrayer indicated that the company had a litmus test for determining which dealerships to retain, including financial stability, market penetration and customer satisfaction. McBrayer's dealership serves a five-county region and has always been ranked high in customer satisfaction, he said. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Trading bread for dough May 13, 2009
To determine if the moment is right for a sale, Bacinello takes clients through 50 "value drivers," from market penetration to inventory. "It may be wiser to hold and grow rather than sell and go," he says. (Globe and Mail)
Flow International Corporation Announces It Will Not Acquire OMAX Corporation and That It Has Added New Distributors May 12, 2009
"Consistent with our strategy to increase our reach and enhance the availability of waterjets across all market segments, we are building an additional distribution channel globally, initially signing on eight leading distributors in North America alone. These distributors will have access to the full range of Flow's standard products, and we look forward to the increased market penetration they will provide," said Jeff Hohman, Executive Vice President of Flow ... Forward- looking statements in... (PR Newswire)
IROC Energy Services Corp. announces first quarter 2009 results May 11, 2009
CALGARY, May 11 /CNW/ - IROC Energy Services Corp. ('IROC' or the 'Company') (TSX: 'ISC') announces the Company's financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2009 (Canada Newswire)
US Energy Independence: Not Likely, Not Necessary May 9, 2009
Once again, the effects need not be exceptionally high levels of market penetration, but simply enough to assist in restraining the increasing demand for oil. But new technologies are not immune from their own energy dependency concerns. (Energy Pulse, CO)
