Infosys offers multi-function human resource solutions Nov 7, 2009
Oracle vice-president Tibor Beles said the combination of Oracle's platform and Infosys' IT and HR capabilities can help global organisations achieve HR process transformation and cost reduction using a "pay-as-you-go" variable pricing model. Read business stories in. (India Times)
MORE: Brooks talks music, piracy Oct 16, 2009
On iTunes, which Brooks doesn't allow to sell his music: "Sweet guys. They've allowed me to come into their building several times and pretty much tell them how much I didn't like the system. They listen. But iTunes won't do what (it) needs to until (musicians) find a way to join together, and show them what an iPod sounds like with no music. They truly think that they're saving music. I looked at them right across the table with all the love in the world and told them they were killing it.... (USA Today)
Making Meters Smarter, Home by Home Oct 6, 2009
Smart meters and variable pricing would give consumers the added incentive of saving money, PG&E says. Yet some customers have complained that they've seen only markedly higher bills since they had smart meters installed, according to California State Senate Majority Leader Dean Florez. (BusinessWeek)
I-5 bridge council looks to cut costs Sep 6, 2009
"If there are not tolls on this project, I don't see a project that I can support in the future," said Adams, who sees variable pricing as a way to reduce rush-hour traffic. "If all that congestion comes to north Portland, then I need to look at a much smaller bridge to support like three lanes each way.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
MFs that have got platinum edge Aug 4, 2009
Sahara Infrastructure - Variable Pricing. The scheme aims to invest predominantly in equity or equity related instruments of companies in the infrastructure sector. (India Times)
Are consumers ready? Jul 17, 2009
And consumers will need to learn to navigate a variable pricing schedule to get any savings. In its smart meter program announced Tuesday, Baltimore Gas & Electric, proposes giving consumers a rebate when they dial down energy use during peak times, rather than time-of-use rates. (CNN)
No hike in milk or meal prices Jul 16, 2009
On Monday the school board accepted its lone bid from Kemp's for milk at a variable pricing for the upcoming school year after requesting bids from six dairy suppliers. Steve Lund, director of business services, told school board members that Brainerd students consume about 1. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Variable iTunes pricing a moneymaker for artists Jun 23, 2009
And all sales combined generated about 12% more revenue in the six weeks after iTunes implemented variable pricing than they did in the six weeks before that ... But variable pricing will help labels bring in more money from online downloads, according to the results so far ... While variable pricing made sales volume decline, higher prices compensate for that to create more revenue. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Variable iTunes pricing brings in more money Jun 22, 2009
And all sales combined generated about 12 percent more revenue in the six weeks after iTunes implemented variable pricing than they did in the six weeks before that ... But variable pricing will help labels bring in more money from online downloads, according to the results so far ... While variable pricing made sales volume decline, higher prices compensate for that to create more revenue. (MSNBC -- Music)
Panel backs M&A in telecom May 2, 2009
Variable pricing of resources for entrants at different times happens with natural resources like land for industrial development as well. Early or late entry comes with a set of advantages and disadvantages, the report said. (India Times)
Some ticket prices cut Apr 29, 2009
The Yankees have charged far higher prices than the Mets, whose top 92 seats behind home plate, called Delta Club Platinum, average $495 under the team's five-tier variable pricing system at $800 million Citi Field. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Now A Yankees' Front-Row Seat Is Only $1,250 Apr 29, 2009
The Yankees have charged far higher prices than the Mets, whose top 92 seats behind home plate, called Delta Club Platinum, average $495 under the team's five-tier variable pricing system at $800 million Citi Field. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Without playoffs, Sabres take a hit Apr 17, 2009
One thing that is definite is, under the team s variable pricing policy, there will be fewer upper-end platinum games, where some box office tickets carried a $233 price tag. We are going to have to re-think that, although there will still be some platinum games once we see the schedule, DiPofi said. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Opening Day At NY Mets Citi Field Apr 13, 2009
The most exp 000006E1 ensive seats at the new stadium average $495, but under the Mets variable pricing format they cost $695 for opening night. Two tickets owned by Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities were sold for $7,500, the highest of 68 bids in an eBay auction that ended at 9:56 a.m. EDT Sunday. (New York Post -- News)
Three-tiered iTunes pricing due Tuesday Apr 7, 2009
29 that will be good for greater margin," said another label executive, also involved in discussions, but who did not want to identify the record label.Music sales have plunged as traditional retail outlets for CDs have shuttered and the growth in digital sales have slowed in 2008. Data from Nielsen SoundScan show album sales, once the profit engine of the music business, fell by 14 percent in the U.S.Industry estimates show that 10 to 15 percent of albums account for 90 percent of all sales,... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Charlotte Bobcats' new strategy for rebound Mar 26, 2009
I m fine with variable pricing, but consistency has to be the message, says Bill Sutton, a frequent consultant to NBA teams, including work with the Bobcats last year. People are looking for value. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
At age 14, zipper lanes face questions about their future Mar 8, 2009
Like other states with HOT lanes, Colorado controls the traffic using variable pricing, charging as little as 50 cents to use the lanes in off-peak hours and as much as $3. 50 in rush-hour periods. (Boston Globe)
Peyto Energy Trust announces 2008 year end reserves and distribution adjustment Feb 14, 2009
The following tables summarize Peyto's reserves and the discounted net present value of future cash flows, before income tax, using variable pricing, at December 31, 2008. Variable Dollar Economics ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Oil & Gas NGL BCFe MBOE Reserve Category (mmcf) (mstb) (6:1) (6:1) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Proved Producing 503,296 16,078 599. (PR Newswire)
High-tech and clean energy industries embraced by Obama Feb 11, 2009
More energy would lower the cost of running giant computer servers, and because such a grid can send signals in both directions, it would also allow variable pricing for peak hours and could potentially expand the Internet network, as would extending other forms of broadband lines to rural and underserved areas. Moving health records online would open new markets for digital connections, data storage and consumer services. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Giants strike online ticket deal Feb 10, 2009
The team is employing other ways to boost ticket sales, including using variable pricing on some seats and offering a value-added ticket in which $5 worth of food or concessions comes free with the sale of certain tickets. San Francisco Business Times. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Technology's fingerprints on the stimulus bill Feb 10, 2009
More energy would lower the cost of running giant computer servers, and because such a grid can send signals in both directions, it would also allow variable pricing for peak hours and could potentially expand the Internet network, as would extending other forms of broadband lines to rural and underserved areas. And moving health records online would open new markets for digital connections, data storage and consumer services. (International Herald Tribune)
