Mes: enero 2021

TROY, Mich., Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As a result of the digital transformation, industrial companies are increasingly facing the challenge of integrating new projects with unknown cost variables over specific terms into a cost estimate and quotation costing.

FACTON, manufacturer of the Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) Suite, provides with its new EPC solution Project and Service Calculation an application for the reliable calculation of development costs as well as costs for intangible goods such as software, service, and maintenance services. With calculations of project and service costs that are globally available, the costs, key performance indicators and risks of a project are transparent at all times. Real-time calculation over the project life cycle offers a competitive advantage.

«Our EPC solution for Project and Service Calculation addresses the challenges of digital transformation with planning reliability and quicker response times. Whether cloud-based services, MRO costs or pure software development, by using FACTON EPC every project and every service can be carefully planned from the beginning as well as controlled and optimized over its lifetime,» says Alexander M. Swoboda, CEO of FACTON.

Users of the EPC software are able to create preliminary calculations in the early phase of product development and in series support using a freely definable project structure, so-called work breakdown structure, as well as over the entire term. Development costs can be taken into account at an early stage in project calculation and quotation preparation. As a result, response times in tenders are significantly shortened. The enterprise solution extends the existing IT landscape and guarantees reliable cost planning with the greatest possible transparency.

Advantages and functions at a glance:

• Flexibility in costing through freely definable project structures, so-called work breakdown structures, in which several cost items can be gathered and evaluated for each element.
• Reliable cost evaluation based on expenses as well as allocation rates of the executing cost center of a location or via simple estimation procedures.
• Increased reliability in determining expenditures by using a three-point estimate to provide the best, most likely, and worst-case estimate.
• Rapid identification of risks through targeted risk assessment as well as documentation of uncertainties along the project structure.
• Quality assurance with an automated assessment of calculation-based quality based on risk assessment, complexity level and confidence level, among other things.
• Flexible planning of large projects or projects with different areas of competence and responsibility by working in subprojects.
• Easy administration of master data centrally in the application or by import from complementary solutions such as ERP systems.

FACTON (http://www.facton.com) – The FACTON EPC Suite is the leading Enterprise Product Costing (EPC) solution for the automotive, aerospace, mechanical engineering, and electronics industries. Its specific solutions offer robust answers to the requirements of executive management and individual departments within the enterprise. FACTON EPC enables standardized, enterprise-wide costing independent of location and department for maximum product cost transparency throughout every phase of the product lifecycle. FACTON was founded in 1998 and has locations in Potsdam, Dresden, Stuttgart, and Detroit. The international portfolio of customers includes Ford Motor Company, Henniges Automotive, DURA Automotive Systems, Airbus, Mahle Behr, MANN+HUMMEL, Porsche, and other renowned manufacturers.

Media Contact

Katharina Gador, FACTON, +49 1525 52286-18, Katharina.gador@facton.com

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MARKHAM, Ontario, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — To help its clients better navigate the new normal, Maestro has embarked on a training initiative that is helping hoteliers adapt to change and meet the demands of today’s vigilant travelers. The provider of cloud and on premises property-management systems to independent and luxury resorts, conference centers, vacation rentals, and multi-property groups is offering a Training Services Package that gives Maestro users the opportunity to experience the full power of its Browser and Windows Version 5.5 PMS that rolled out across its portfolio in 2020.

Maestro Version 5.5 features the latest mobile and contactless software tools and offers security enhancements to better manage the challenges Maestro users are facing entering the new year. The enhanced solution includes:

• A curbside check-in tool utilizing mobile tablet devices to streamline registration and socially distance staff from guests, and guests from each other;
• A web/mobile/kiosk/iPad self-check-in module with mobile key integration, express mobile check-out, digital registration card with signature capture, mobile spa provider schedule, mobile intake and waiver forms, and eSignature document management to limit staff interaction with guests and remove high-touch physical documents;
• A mobile housekeeping app that protects staff by controlling the availability of rooms and setting a configurable 48-hour time gap between the time a guest departs and the next guest arrives;
• Mobile payment integration;
• Mobile task management; and
• A Guest Engagement Measurement (GEM) tool that provides access to relevant guest feedback, intelligence, and insights to encourage operational excellence, meaningful differentiation, and a sustainable competitive advantage.

«Daily we are seeing more and more hotels sign up for this exciting reassurance project,» said Wendy Paul, Maestro Training Services Manager. «Today 100% of our portfolio is using Maestro Version 5.5, and it’s packed with a lot of robust tools that operators have not experienced before. No feature should be overlooked; each is vital to the operational success of hotels today. As properties continue to prepare for travel to return to pre-COVID-19 demand — and as many of our healthy clients begin adding properties to their portfolios — this barrier-free, remote training initiative will equip hoteliers with everything needed to be competitive, meet the contactless demands of travelers, and emerge stronger than before.»

Training Incentives
To ensure that everyone is leveraging V5.5 to its fullest, Maestro is offering one free contactless mobile tool for one property when one day of training is purchased by the hotel. Operators wanting more training can buy a two-day package and receive a complimentary audit of their front desk configuration to maximize productivity or they can add a third day of training at no cost. Those seeking three days of training will receive the complimentary audit, plus the free contactless mobile tool and a 4th day of training at no cost. Maestro users can choose from one of the following free contactless mobile tools, with installation and set-up included: Digital Signature Capture Reg Card, WebPro Pre-Check In, Mobile Housekeeping, or Express Mobile Check Out.

«Most of our clients are opting for the two-day online training package and choosing a free contactless mobile tool,» Paul said. «Each of the four offerings are proving to be attractive incentives, as more and more of our clients know and understand the importance that contactless technology brings to their hotels today. Based on the popularity of this program, we are considering extending it for another 30 days.»

Maestro President Warren Dehan said that providing re-opening assistance to Maestro clients is the company’s top priority. The goal through this training initiative, he said, is three-fold: «First, we want to see if our clients are optimizing Maestro to its fullest potential (which modules and/or features are they using successfully, and which do they need more orientation on and best practices recommendations),» Dehan said. «Second, we want to make sure that hoteliers are aware of the many powerful mobile and contactless add-ons available through Maestro that support the services that today’s travelers are demanding. Third, we want to use the training forum as an opportunity to continue the dialogue with our clients and learn what else we can do to better support them through reopening and beyond. Some operators have questions about onboarding new employees while others want to learn more about mobile payment integration or mobile housekeeping that protects staff by reducing contact with others. Some want options to transition to our full Web browser version of Maestro and host in the cloud. No matter what their questions are, we want to give everyone the reassurances they need that Maestro is here for them today and with them for the future.»

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About Maestro
Maestro is the preferred cloud hosted and on-premises PMS solution for independent hotels, luxury resorts, conference centers, vacation rentals, and multi-property groups. Maestro’s PCI certified and EMV ready enterprise system offers 20+ integrated modules on a single database including touchless and mobile apps to increase profitability, drive direct bookings, centralize operations, and enable operators to engage guests with a safe and personalized experience. For over 43 years Maestro’s Diamond Plus Service has provided unparalleled 24/7 North American based support and education services to keep hospitality groups operational and productive. for more information on Maestro. Click here to get your free PMS Buying guide.

Media Contact

Barbara Worcester, Maestro PMS, 440-930-5770, barbw@prproconsulting.com

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RINGGOLD, Ga., Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Mountain View Hyundai, a dealership serving Chattanooga, Tenn. and the surrounding area from its home base in Ringgold, is currently offering an array of specials on new vehicles, pre-owned vehicles and maintenance. Current special offers on new models include the ability for customers to get up to $6,500 off the 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe and up to $6,000 off the 2021 Hyundai Tucson. Additionally, the dealership is offering discounts off the Kelly Blue Book prices of used vehicles. Customers who desire more information on any of these current offers can contact Mountain View Hyundai.

To help in taking advantage of the offers on new and pre-owned vehicles, individuals can easily find out their buying power by entering their desired monthly payment amount into a special tool on the dealership website known as autoAPR. Payment amounts on one’s next vehicle can also be calculated using a tool called Reveal without the need for a credit inquiry.

Those in need of maintenance can turn to the variety of service specials currently in play. Prospective customers can save on their next service appointment by making use of currently available parts and service specials, including (a):

• Free battery test
• 10% discount on brake inspection and pad replacement
• $5.00 off an in-cabin air filter change
• $10.00 off a cooling system check, drain and refill, as well as a general fluid check
• $10.00 off an oil and filter change
• Free multi-point inspection
• $5.00 off Hyundai wiper blades
• General service savings depending on amount spent

Those interested in any of the special offers above are encouraged to head to the Mountain View Hyundai website http://www.mvhyundai.com. The dealership can also be contacted by phone by dialing 706-671-2581. Those who wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines may also head to the dealership location itself at 7154 Nashville St., Ringgold.

Media Contact

Don Erwin, Mountain View Hyundai, 706-671-2581, donerwin@mvauto.com

SOURCE Mountain View Hyundai