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New Digital Media Marketing Company takes a shot at saving Automotive Industry Providers Money!
Posted on July 19, 2010 by ipitcrew

New Digital Media Marketing Company takes a shot at
saving Automotive Industry Companies money.
(MISSION TRUTH-MEDIA) – Featured Digital Media Website Announcement News
Can a Marketing company save its clients money and stay in business? iPitCrew thinks so!

(MissionTruth.CO) – Press Release Distribution – A brand new B2B Digital Media Company iPitCrew is up and running worldwide for Dealers . Thankfully, this is not another attempt to exploit the demand that exists within the market. Correctly called “iPitCrew” these guys aim to get Automotive Industry Providers . and Industry providers to the winners’ circle by tuning up thier marketing efforts with Digital Media Marketing.
In a press release earlier today they are quoted as saying “its not enough anymore to spend more money than the next guy to be heard. You need to do just the opposite! Dealers need to spend the right money on the correct technologies. The results have to be measurable and vendors have to be accountable! The days of over spending, over promising, and under delivering are over! Automotive Industry Providers want vendors that act as partners to their business, they want a Digital Media Company that’s not married to a particular product but is quick and nimble able to adapt to the latest technologies without having to remain attached to older less competitive offerings. Most importantly they want Digital Media company that’s going to work just as hard if not harder to protect the Dealers . Bottom line profitability. “The Crew” is a group with laser focus on ROI. For us, it doesn’t't stop with identifying cost savings, we make sure our Dealers . have processes in place that will transition online traffic to sales, then follow the customer through the life cycle of ownership.”

We like to joke that most of the people on “The Crew” have Dual Degrees! One from the school of hard knocks because extensive Dealership experience is a pre-requisite, and then there are the undergraduate and Graduate degrees in Business, Marketing, and Information Technologies, There is no business like the car Business and that extensive education is invaluable. It’s what makes us truly unique we speak fluent “Dealer and Techi,” we just happen to fall on the side of the Dealers . , but if you have a great technology at a value added price, we can be friends too!”

People are taking notice and we wish these guys the best of luck! One thing is for sure these guys are building, growing a business model built around reputation. If their name is associated with it, you can be assured it’s a reputable organization.

All in all, “The Crew” promises to be an great addition to Digital Media world.

Contact iPitCrew.com for more info…Mission Truth Media

Choosing the right brand and model when hiring a car means knowing in advance what you intend to do on your trip. Sometimes, the best travel plan may be spoiled due to unforeseen circumstances: such as not being able to book a rented car when you need one. Such problems can be avoided by booking for your car in advance. So the first thing you should have, is a plan. This allows you to confirm your car booking early, and this can be easily done online.

Always compare prices first at car rental comparison websites to make sure that you get the best deal. There are many car hire websites readily available on the Internet. Make good use of them to compare pricing before booking. Visit car comparison websites, forums, or traveling blogs to read reviews on various car rental companies. You are sure to pick up some tips that others have to offer, such as the one below.

Here is a quick money saving tip: rent a fuel efficient car when renting in a big country. That way, you will save a bundle on fuel. Here is another tip: Money aside, when traveling in a group, never try to save money by choosing a car without full airbags. Safety comes first!

Without digressing too much, let’s stick to the subject of price. Active promotional campaigns are not uncommon on car hiring websites. Do take advantage of these offers if you can. Usually, frequent customers enjoy better discounts. The driver’s age, driving record, and the number of days a car is rented all affect the rental fees. There are other factors that influence the price as well.

For example, If you are an Avis member, you may qualify for special discounted rental rates. Budget has a logical and attractive rebate system that rewards a customer depending on how frequent they rent. The more they rent, the more discounts they get. Discounts are reflected in monthly car rental statements. Hertz has an extensive network of partners, and these partners usually offer their members all year round discounts when they rent from Hertz. Alamo rewards customers who rent cars for leisure and for business. Business customers get guaranteed low rates year-round. Customers get special discounts for leisure travel.

In addition to steep discounts, some car rental companies offer special deals like additional insurance coverage, drivers on request, or special baby seats to attract more customers. A driver may come in handy if you think you are going to be tired after a long flight. Submit your requests as soon as you can if you need them.

Most rented cars these days come with inbuilt audio systems. But you can always ask just to make sure. This will help provide some entertainment while traveling. Kill boredom and your trip becomes fun!

But beware: some destinations are going to be cold, so make sure that the car you are going to rent has a heater in it. A quick check on the climate will certainly help.

To expedite the booking process, always prepare the necessary documents before submitting an application for a car rental. Have your valid license ready. Different countries have different qualifications requirements. Most countries allow you to rent cars if you are over 21 and do not have a drink driving record.

And if you are a nice guy who cares about the environment, you can help protect the environment by choosing cars with less CO2 emissions. Also, you can reduce emissions by stepping on the gas pedal only when necessary.

Finally, know that price is not everything. The type of car that you hire depends more on your needs. Also, the last thing you want is for an unexpected problem to go unattended. So always make sure the car rental company provides top notch support services.

Whenever an individual rents a car, they will be asked if they would like to add the company’s rental car insurance to the contract for renting the car. This rental car insurance is designed to protect the individual renting the car and the company renting out if anything should happen to the vehicle while it is in the renter’s possession.

Many individuals are unsure of whether the price of the insurance is worth the coverage offered and some believe that their current car insurance coverage or the coverage offered by many credit card companies is adequate to protect the individual from liability if anything happens to the car while in their possession. For some individuals, the insurance offered by the rental car company is their best option for coverage.

There are several different types of insurance coverage that are included in the rental car insurance offered by the rental car companies. The first type of coverage is the damage waiver, which may include a collision damage waiver, a loss damage waiver, and a physical damage waiver. Each of these waivers waives the right of the insurance company to collect additional money from the individual who has rented the car in the event that the car is damaged while in their possession. The collision damage waiver protects the renter in the event that the car is in an accident with another car. The loss damage waiver protects the individual in the case of the car or parts of the car being stolen while the car is in the renter’s possession. The physical damage wavier protects the individual from liability is the car is physically damaged from sources other than a collision, such as skidding off of the road and hitting a tree or hit by a blown truck tire.

Another type of insurance coverage offered by the company is personal liability coverage. This type of insurance coverage protects the individual in the event that they cause damage to another individual, vehicle, or piece of property while operating the vehicle rented from the car insurance company. Personal accident insurance coverage offered by the company will provide a one-time payment in the event that you or a passenger in your car is injured, maimed, or killed in a car accident involving the rental vehicle.

The final type of insurance coverage typically offered by the rental insurance company is personal property insurance. This will pay to replace any personal property that is lost or stolen from the rental vehicle while it is in the renter’s possession. Each of these types of insurance coverage has specific limitations, so it is best to read the conditions carefully when obtaining insurance from the rental car company.

Motorcycle Transport USA & Motorcycle Shipping Companies

First, you need to recognize what choices your have when transporting a motorcycle within United States.

Door-to-door motorcycle shipping entails that your used or new motorcycle will be collected directly from the “door” of your home, bike dealership, salvage insurance auction, etc. and delivered to the “door” at the point of destination. You do not need to run anyplace to recollect it from the motorcycle carrier company. It’s contrary to the terminal-to-terminal transfer service where you have to deliver and then collect your motor cycle from the vehicle hauler terminals which are normally located close to big metro areas.

Next, you must determine if you wish open truck motorcycle shipment, enclosed transport service, or crated motorcycle freight.

Open truck motorcycle shipment means that your bike will be moved by a common vehicle carrier. It will be uncovered to the weather during the trip. You might expect that motorcycle shipping costs less compared to car shipping because of the smaller size but this isn’t the case. Vehicle carriers bill per spot on their truck and motorcycle shipping rates are just a bit lower than car shipping rates.

Enclosed motorcycle transport service implies that your bike will be travelling INSIDE the vehicle carrier’s truck. It’s favoured method for new and custom bikes.

Crated motorcycle freight service involves getting your cycle crated for shipping and you can buy a pre-made foldable crate, have your transport company order one or hire a crating warehouse. They’re generally used in international shipping as they supply a strong protection for your bike during the oversea conveyance.

Your next step is to select a motorcycle transport company. If you’re an AMA member (American Motorcycle Association) they can get you in touch  with their preferred motorcycle shipping carriers in USA. A quick lookup on the internet will fetch a number of providers. Most of them will be shipping brokers and not the actual motorcycle haulers. Just make certain they are properly certified and search Better Business Bureau’s listings for their ratings. You can also place your shipment on one of the internet shipping boards to get multiple offers (www.uShip.com). Be ready to provide the origin & destination, estimate departure date, type of motorcycle, and desirable motorcycle shipping option.

From the time you sign the contract for the motorcycle shipment it will typically take 1.5-2.5 weeks until the actual pick up. Most of the companies can’t assure the exact pick up date as it depends on their routes and availability of other shipments. Make sure you obtain the signed report from the driver when he collects your motor cycle. Also it’s not a good idea to include any motorcycle accessories, parts or products as the vehicle transport companies are not accountable for objects that are not part of the vehicle. On arrival please, inspect your motorcycle and if damage happened, note all damages on your inspection report, obtain the driver’s signature, and contact your motorcycle shipping company. 

Article by Philip Howell

Whether or not the economy is stabilizing or improving, the general mood of the public is still cautious and how they feel about major companies are still well away from friendly. In the United States, cars are vital as far as transportation means go and even if it takes a beating, the vehicles industry continue to stand its ground. The question is, will the consumers let themselves be dictated by big vehicle companies or will they be smart and start looking for alternatives?As money has tightened and economy situation is still uncertain, enterprising parties have been looking for alternatives and find them in government auto auction. The auction is basically a venue for government to sell vehicles in its possession at cost, or sometimes below cost, due to practical reasons as well as federal policy. Sources of these vehicles vary, some come from the governmental fleet, others are repossessed vehicles resulting from various cases handled by government agencies. These auctions, however, have been the protected source of revenue of the big car companies and until recently have been accessible only to a very small number of citizens.The government auto auction site has accessed rights to provide its members with information regarding schedule, venue, catalog and other related items which are needed for bidding preparation and attendance.Cliff from Fort Worth, Texas said of the company, “I didn’t think it was possible to buy a reliable car for under 0. WOW! I own my car for the same price as other people’s monthly payment,” He bought a 2002 Hyundai Elantra for 5.Chris from El Cajon, California said, ” Many thanks to your team at the company Your information was current and very helpful. Keep up the good work you guys!” He bought a 2002 Ford Expedition EB for ,000, a vehicle normally sold at ,944.Frank of Buffalo, New York bought a 2003 VW Passat for .050. ” I was looking for a car through AutoTrader, but decided to join the company and I bought my new car and saved over 00.”Amanda from Portland, Oregon bought a 1999 BMW 528 Wagon at ,765, one that is normally sold for ,950. “Truly amazing service…I didn’t think I would be able to purchase a car at first but I found a great deal at one of the auctions you provided.”In the time of money crunch and every man for themselves, consumers need to be smart and utilize all resources available to find bargains and stay financially afloat. Buying a car at a government auto auction is not only the way to go, it is also the way to have a say in the market monopolized and dictated by major companies.It is a government auto auction site offering accurate and updated information and services to potential bidders looking to make a purchase or more in automotive auctions conducted by the government. It provides its members with database of information to prepare bidders in preparation and attendance of the auto auction. Membership comes with a one time fee.

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Are you looking for more information regarding a Government auto auction? Visit http://www.GovtAuction.us today!

Lots of people like motorcycles and riding motorcycles is one of an adrenaline junkie’s biggest thrills in life. Unfortunately though, motorcycles (like automobiles) may break down under constant use and then need to be repaired. If you are thrifty and want a good deal on the spare parts you need, you may need to contact Motorcycle Salvage Companies.

The Motorcycle Salvage companies you contact should be scrupulous about providing the best Motorcycle Salvage parts you can get for the price you pay. The Motorcycle Salvage companies should also be diligent about inspecting the Motorcycle Salvage parts they intend to offer and sell to you to make sure each of the Motorcycle Salvage parts meet quality standards and have absolutely no defects. It would also help if the Motorcycle Salvage companies offered some kind of guarantee or warranty to make sure you are getting value for your money.

Among the main motorcycle manufacturers whose bike parts Motorcycle Salvage companies might keep in stock are Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki, and Honda. Each of these have their own respective bike models that they turn out regularly, so be sure you specify which bike model you need Motorcycle Salvage parts for. The year of the model is also very important to specify. Some of the other motorcycle manufacturers whose bike parts Motorcycle Salvage companies might have an inventory of are: Buell, Harley Davidson, BMW, Aprilla, Triumph, and Ducati.

Usually, you might have a choice between the large Motorcycle Salvage companies (who might have vast salvage yards where they take apart and stock Motorcycle Salvage parts) and the smaller Motorcycle Salvage companies. The difference might be that the larger Motorcycle Salvage companies have a much wider array of Motorcycle Salvage parts to offer you while the smaller Motorcycle Salvage companies emphasize service more. It differs from company to company so you need to feel your way.

If you like to take apart motorcycles in your spare time and then put them together (and they actually work afterwards, and beautifully at that), then maybe you should be in the Motorcycle Salvage business yourself. That is how some owners and staff of Motorcycle Salvage companies managed to get into the Motorcycle Salvage business actually. It starts out as a hobby, then when the hobbyist finds himself so proficient at this that he can be considered an expert, he puts up his own company. Of course, to have a salvage yard of any use, you may have to buy land of your own and put up Motorcycle Salvage parts storage facilities. And for that, you are delving into the business side of a Motorcycle Salvage company. Some people do well at balancing the craft of motorcycle mechanics with the business side while some do not, so you may have to decide whether you should focus on one side and hire someone for the other part, or be a jack of all trades in the Motorcycle Salvage business (if you can.)

Automotive companies across the world are manufacturing a variety of automotive, such as cars of different models. The automotive industry is one of the rapidly growing industries. With more than a century old history, the automotive industry has marked the entry of many small and big automotive companies in different countries of the world.

Few of the world-class automotive companies who have spread wings in many countries include the followings.

Toyota
Toyota is one of the most reputed Japanese automotive companies that have developed world-class cars in economy, mainstream, and luxury segment. Few of the most popular models of Toyota are, Betla, Camry, caldina, Corlla, Crown, Dyna, Prius, Inniva, Porte, Qualis, and many more.

General Motors
General Motors (GM), the USA car manufacturing giant has so far manufactured many world-class automobiles. Few of the most successful brands produced by GM include; Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, and Vauxhall.

Volkswagen
Volkswagen, the famous German automotive company owns nine other active automotive companies, such as Audi AG, Bentley Motors Ltd., Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S., Lamborghini S.p.A., SEAT, S.A., Škoda Auto, Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, MAN AG, and Scania AB.

Ford
Ford, the USA automotive giant is the industry innovator that manufactures some of the best and finest models of cars, buses, trucks, and tractors of the world. Depending on the local and regional preference, climate and geographical conditions, Ford designs and develops different varieties of automobiles.

Honda
Honda is a famous Japanese car manufacturing company that has spread its wings to all most every parts of the world. Honda is known to produce few of the best automotive products of the world.

Hyundai
Hyundai is a South Korean automotive giant that offers some best cars in the world. Some of the most successful cars manufactured by Hyundai include; Accent, Santro, Azera, Dynasty, Elantra, Genesis, Getz, Sonata, i30, i20, and i10.

Suzuki
Suzuki is another Japanese car and bike manufacturing company, which has earned god name and fame in the domestic as well as international automotive market. Swift, Esteem, Vitara, SX4 A Star are some of the best models designed and developed by Suzuki.

Tata Motors
Tata Motors is an Indian automobile manufacturing company that has recently created sensation in the automotive industry by acquiring Jaguar, one of the most famous brands of Ford. The company produces, cars, trucks, three wheelers, and other heavy vehicles.

The Mobile World Congress 2009 will take place in Barcelona next week (Feb 16-19), under the big cloud of uncertainty that the current economic downturn presents to the mobile industry. Reports are saying that the event organizers expect a 15% decline in the number of visitors, compared to the 54,000 who visited in 2008. Many mobile companies are also reducing their presence in the event, in light of the shrinking marketing budgets. 

Perhaps another sign of the times is the number of high profile keynote speakers, as if to show that the mobile giants are doing their best to push business forward.  A few names on the speaker-list are:

Steve Ballmer, Chief Executive Officer, Microsoft Corporation
Cesar Alierta, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Telefonica
Vittorio Colao, Chief Executive, Vodafone
Olli Pekka Kallasvuo, President and Chief Executive Officer, Nokia
Ralph de la Vega, President & Chief Executive Officer, AT&T Mobility
Dick Lynch, Executive Vice President & Chief Technology Officer, Verizon Communications Inc.

And the list goes on. 

The budget shrinkage also impacted the Israeli delegation to GSMA, which has been reduced from 60 to 46 companies this year. That said, we have to remain optimistic and remember that the most advanced technology innovations come from new entrants, not from the incumbents. Indeed, some of the Israeli companies participating in GSMA 2009 have exciting announcements to make (participants: scroll down for a special note ).

The 46 Israeli participants in the 2009 Mobile World Congress:

3G Vision - 3GVision is the global leader supplying 2D (and 1D) barcode scanning technology to network operators, with over 80 million code-readers embedded in handsets since 2003. 3GVision technology is pre-installed in over 75% of new handsets in Japan, across all MNO’s including NTT DoCoMo, KDDI, and Softbank. In 2008, 3GVision commenced installation with operators outside Japan – notably Telstra and France Telecom. Additionally, 3GVision’s downloadable i-nigma reader has been launched in over 15 countries by media & marketing customers, including major newspapers such as The Sun in UK, Welt Kompakt in Germany, Gazzetta Dello Sport in Italy, El Pais in Spain.

Aerotel Medical Systems - (Ofer Atzmon) Aerotel Medical Systems is a world leading provider of modular telecare and telemedicine solutions designed to transfer essential data over the telephone, mobile phone and the Internet. Aerotel’s solutions provide peace of mind and personal safety, improve quality of life and save costs. With a client base in over 45 countries around the globe, Aerotel is the winner of the “Innovation and Growth Strategy Leadership of the Year Award 2007? by Frost & Sullivan. During Mobile World 2009 Aerotel will present home-telehealth systems, personal safety solutions, mobile ECG system, homecare data hubs, and remote monitoring software solutions.

Allot Communications - Allot Communications (NASDAQ: ALLT) is a leading provider of intelligent IP service optimization and revenue generation solutions based on deep packet inspection (DPI) technology. Allot hardware platforms and software applications help DSL, wireless and mobile broadband carriers, and service providers transform broadband pipes into smart networks that can rapidly and efficiently deploy value added Internet services. Allot’s scalable, carrier-grade solutions provide the end-to-end visibility, security, application control and subscriber management that are vital to managing Internet service delivery, guaranteeing quality of experience (QoE), containing operating costs, and maximizing revenue in broadband networks.

Alvarion - Alvarion is the largest WiMAX pure-player, fully committed to the growing WiMAX market. With 225+ commercial WiMAX deployments worldwide and the proven ability to deploy turnkey WiMAX solutions, Alvarion offers its distinguished customer base fixed-mobile solutions for the full range of frequency bands, and superior business cases. Based on its OPEN™ WiMAX strategy, the company offers an all-IP best-of-breed ecosystem in cooperation with its strategic partners. As a wireless broadband pioneer Alvarion has been delivering innovations for 15 years, from core technology developments to promoting industry standards, and plays a key role in the IEEE and HiperMAN standards committees.

Amdocs Mobile Money - The Amdocs Mobile Money solution enables service providers to tap into the fast-growing and profitable market of mobile financial transactions. Through our hub, service providers can benefit from new revenue opportunities and improved subscriber loyalty without undertaking significant capital expenditures.
Services enabled:

 Cross Border and Domestic Mobile Money Transfers 
 Mobile Payment, Electronic top-up and Commerce services 
 Mobile Banking 

The Amdocs Mobile Money Hub is a joint offering of Amdocs, the market leader in customer experience systems innovation, and Trivnet, the leading provider of mobile payments and commerce solutions. Visit us: MM2, Mobile Money Pavilion, Hall No.7.

BoomeRing Communication (2005) Ltd- BoomeRing is a fast-growing software company providing converged communication solutions for large, medium-sized businesses and service providers worldwide. Our patented solution is offering true mobility and user centric unified communication services, new revenue opportunities through enhanced services and dramatically increases in usage and ARPU. BoomeRing’s client portfolio and partner network includes many FORTUNE 500 companies and strong global projects.

We provide for today’s mobile workforce:

Maximum mobility – plugs into company communications. 
Control and savings. Least Cost Routing implementation. 
Similar set of call handling features both on fixed-line and mobile. 
Recording and conferencing capabilities on demand

Cellebrite Mobile Synchronization - Established in 1999, Cellebrite provides solutions for mobile phone data management, enabling phone-to-phone transfer and backup of phonebook, SMS, images, video and more. We deploy over 60,000 units at the world’s premier operators, service providers and retail chains, including T-Mobile, Orange, Vodafone, The Phone House, Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and Telstra. Our product line includes POS and OTA solutions, providing a full spectrum of coverage for building user loyalty, creating new revenue and improving operational efficiency. Our technology work cross-vendor and cross-technology, supporting over 1,600 handset models – with most new models supported prior to their market launch.

Celltick Technologies - Celltick is the leading provider of idle screen mobile marketing solutions. Led by LiveScreen® Media – a unique managed service that transforms the idle screen into an interactive mobile media channel – Celltick leverages and personalizes the mobile phone to generate value throughout the mobile marketing ecosystem. Enabling cost-effective mass subscriber reach, creating unprecedented monetizing opportunities for operators, advertisers and content providers, and enhancing user experience, Celltick delivers on the promise of mobile marketing.

Celtro Ltd - Celtro provides innovative mobile backhaul switching solutions that significantly enhance revenues and markedly improve service delivery. Combining multi-service TDM, ATM, Ethernet and IP/MPLS backhaul traffic switching, patented technology from Celtro enables risk-free, one-box migration from ATM, through HSDPA offload, to an ultimately all-IP backhaul. Solutions from Celtro keep providers one step ahead in the mobile broadband revolution – helping them increase network efficiency while simultaneously facilitating flexible backhaul network evolution. Our field-proven switching solutions are commercially deployed by top tier operators worldwide, and currently serve over 350 million subscribers.

Ceragon Networks - Ceragon Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ/TASE: CRNT) is a leading provider of high-capacity Ethernet and TDM wireless backhaul solutions for cellular and fixed wireless operators, enterprises and government organizations. Ceragon’s FibeAir® product family offers scalable solutions for wireless transport of broadband services. Operating across multiple frequencies for IP and SONET/SDH protocols, FibeAir systems support the emerging needs of next-generation networks that are evolving to all-IP based services. Ceragon leads the market in IP backhaul, offering a unique, native IP solution that provides the efficient, robust connectivity required for next generation mobile, WiMAX, LTE and converged networks.

Ceva DSP - Headquartered in the Silicon Valley, CEVA is the leading licensor of digital signal processor (DSP) cores, multimedia and storage platforms to leading semiconductor and electronics companies worldwide. CEVA licenses a portfolio of intellectual property (IP) that includes programmable DSP cores, DSP-based subsystems and application-specific platforms including multimedia, audio, VoIP, Bluetooth and SATA. CEVA-powered chips shipped to date exceed 1 billion, and in 2007, CEVA licensees shipped over 225 million CEVA-powered chips. CEVA has offices in Israel, Ireland, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Sweden and the USA. CEVA is traded on both the NASDAQ (CEVA) and London Stock Exchange (CVA)

Clip in Touch - Content Personalization For Mobile and Web Messaging. With simple tools for mixing video, images, voice and text, Clip in Touch delivers an exciting user experience offering new levels of creative freedom. Clip in Touch offers partners – mobile network operators, web portals, content developers and providers, handset manufacturers, content aggregators and advertisers – new and increased revenue opportunities.

Comsys Communication & Signal Processing Ltd. - Comsys is a fabless semiconductor vendor specializing in integrated digital baseband solutions for mobile handsets, based in Israel. The ComMAX™ line provides manufacturers with comprehensive multimode baseband solutions optimized to meet low power and small footprint requirements, with architecture supporting 3G and 4G standards such as WiMAX Forum Wave2, 3GPP Release 7 and 3GPP-LTE. It includes a handset reference design incorporating a complete ecosystem. Comsys’ legacy IP product line provides comprehensive cellular baseband solutions for chips, handsets and base station equipment designed for multimode support. The robust, modular platform is an exceptionally flexible, cost-effective bridge to 4G.

Convergin - Convergin is the leading provider of service delivery evolution and Service Capability Interaction Management (SCIM) core network solutions. By utilizing Convergin’s Accolade WCS, service providers accelerate their evolution towards IMS and SDP while enabling seamless orchestration of mobile, legacy, next generation, web services and on-line charging systems. Convergin is deployed in over 15 carrier networks around the globe, and successfully integrated its Accolade platform with the major core network protocols and platforms.

CTWARE Ltd. – CTWARE is a privately owned company, founded in 2001, is a leading provider of advanced CTI (computer telephony integration) solutions, and innovative contact centers currently targeting mainly the Israeli market. After the establishment of a recognizable market share within our local region, the company is now committed to expanding globally and focusing its business on the contact center industryCTWARE announced its new carrier grade software-as-a-service (SaaS) contact center solution – Wandy – that will be provided through a network of carriers and other hosting providers. The product is expected to be launched next summer.

Discretix Technologies Ltd- Discretix security solutions are embedded in millions of Mobile and Flash memory devices, protecting and enabling the commercial distribution of premium services, applications and content. Discretix products include embedded security co-processors and a broad range of software security applications, enhancing security without compromising the user experience. For the industry’s leading embedded security, secure execution environment, DRM and mobile TV security solutions come see us at the show.

EuroTech Communication Ltd. - Eurotech Communication Ltd a leader in telecom gateway solutions Offers to Corporate,service providers and system integrators a complete line of products interconnecting Mobile networks, UMTS, CDMA, VOIP, PRI, BRI & PSTN to GSM The channel bank is used to terminate call traffic from Analogue fixed networks or VOIP ISDN (BRI,PRI), directly into the wireless networks in order to reduce call cost. The fixed mobile products offer a unique combination of flexible connectivity for GSM, UMTS, CDMA, VOIP, PRI, BRI & PSTN Advantages: Fail-safe performance High-end technology Billing or Prepaid Reward Program

Flash Networks - Flash Networks is a global provider of intelligent mobile Internet solutions that enable operators to improve quality of experience, reduce network operational expenses and manage and monetize the mobile Internet. Providing a faster, safer, richer and more personalized user experience, Flash Networks’ Internet services gateway helps operators achieve significant cost savings through intelligent data traffic optimization, and applies intelligent policies for targeted marketing and charging. With offices in Europe, Asia and North America, Flash Networks’ installed base of top-tier mobile carriers includes O2, Orange, SingTel Group, T-Mobile, Telefonica, Telenor, Verizon Wireless, Vodafone and Wind. 

FTS - FTS (LSE: FTS) is a provider of Business Control, Billing and CRM solutions for Communications Service Providers. FTS allows Providers to better understand their customer base and leverage business value from every event and interaction. As an experienced global player, FTS has successfully completed significant projects for leading operators worldwide.

InfoGin - is the pioneer and the market leader in the field of Web to Mobile Content & Functionality Adaptation, enabling mobile users to access any web site they desire, optimized to their mobile device. InfoGin’s unique solution automatically and dynamically adapts any content to any mobile device according to the device and network characteristic. With a set of editing and development tools, InfoGin provides the complete solution for the mobile space. Commercially deployed since 2002, InfoGin is the chosen platform of top-tier mobile operators and content providers across the globe. InfoGin’s partner list includes leading infrastructure vendors and system integrators.

Israel Mobile Association (IMA) - organizing the Israeli booth in the conference. See interview with CEO Eyal Reshef on Calcalist (Hebrew).

Media Layers - Media Layers is a world pioneer in multi-channel, highly targeted mobile & digital advertising. The company’s SMART All Screen Advertising (TM)platform provides a comprehensive solution synchronizing players across the entire value chain and across all service channels – Mobile, IP-TV, Web, WiFi and more. SMART implements predictive modeling tools to provide the most accurate targeting, maximizing relevance and end-user value. Combined with centralized campaign management across all mobile and digital services, SMART creates a high-value user experience leading to new revenue streams for mobile operators and service providers and superior ROI for advertisers and brands.

Mobixell Networks - Mobixell enables Operators to provide subscribers with quality rich media services in: Messaging– Operators can provide multimedia services over a variety of devices, domains, and networks, driving traffic growth while creating the ultimate experience. Mobile TV/Video– Mobixell Webcast provides Media and Bit Rate Adaptation for video, ensuring superb quality under changing network conditions, on any handset. Mobixell also provides rich media client, streaming server, and acquisition component mobile TV solutions. Advertising– Offers Delivery and Ad Serving solutions of high quality, rich-media advertisements, ensuring highest QoE. Mobixell has over 250 installations worldwide, at Operators such as Verizon, Vodafone, Orange, Telefonica,etc.

modu, Ltd modu Ltd. is a mobile handset manufacturer with a vision of bringing fundamental change to the world of personal communication. modu™ has introduced a tiny modular mobile phone, called modu, which holds the Guinness World Records™ for lightest phone in the world. By sliding modu into a wide range of phone enclosures & consumer electronic devices modu enables consumers to create an entirely new personal communication experience and meet their ever changing needs, preferences and style. modu was established in 2007 by Dov Moran, inventor of the USB Flash Drive (DiskOnKey™) and other innovative flash data storage devices. See also: Modu Comes Out Of The Woodwork With A Truly Innovative Mobile Offering

mPortico Ltd - mPortico is a developer of cutting edge solutions for mobile content distribution. mPortico improves the delivery of mobile content, across operators for any device. Our offline platform connects directly to mPortico’s internal content management server. Our solution is available for multiple operating systems utilizing cross protocol (SMS, MMS, WAP, J2ME, Windows) interoperability. Our platform reaches the market via memory cards or preloaded on handsets. mPortico provides advanced closed-loop analytics and content recommendations. Through established partnerships with memory manufacturers, content providers and retailers, mPortico creates a comprehensive distribution network for placing mobile content directly in the hands of the end user.

Nexperience- The Nexperience Handset Cloud service enables mobile application developers and content providers to remotely control a multitude of real mobile handsets located around the world, and automatically run test and validation procedures on them. Nexperience continuously provides immediate access to the latest and most popular devices through the service. Mobile operators and device manufacturers can utilise Nexperience’s unique Private Handset Cloud to provide partners with a secure environment where they can access new devices before they are launched commercially. Nexperience significantly reduces time-to-market and the cost and logistical effort needed to develop, test, deploy, and monitor new mobile services.

Outsmart - Outsmart is a leading provider of international convergence solutions for operators enabling them to target untapped segments. Plug‘n Talk™ – is a USB device that turns any PC into a 3G mobile phone that appears to be in the home network even if it’s physically located elsewhere. Outsmart’s Plug‘n Talk™ allows mobile operators to access global traffic by providing expatriates with the ideal way to communicate with their home countries with the convenience and tariffs of a local service. Outsmart has a proud tradition of delivering convergence solutions to operators worldwide with many successful live deployments.

Percello Ltd- Percello provides digital baseband solutions to the challenges of the WCDMA/LTE femtocells market: cost, level of integration and performance. Percello brings to its customers low cost, low power and high performance digital baseband chips for the WCDMA/LTE femtocells market, which is the central component in a WCDMA/LTE femtocell CPE. In a high volume market such as the WCDMA/LTE femtocell market, price is a key factor for success. Using the Percello chip, the femtocells vendors can lower the CPE cost and power consumption while increasing communication and networking performance.

Pontis - Pontis is the creator of the Marketing Delivery Platform (MDP™) for Communication Service Providers, the only real time fulfillment and execution system for personalized and contextual marketing offers across platforms and channels. Using the Pontis MDP, marketers can package, re-price, cross sell and recommend services across lines of business using a large variety of best practice Business Templates™. Giving communication service providers the ability to mix and match highly relevant offers based on real time user behavior and triggers has been proven to deliver double digit improvements in ARPU, accelerate service adoption and to reduce churn.

Pudding Media - Pudding Media delivers comprehensive advertising solutions to mobile carriers and telecommunications operators. Our platform, worldwide ad network and media sales team help carriers to quickly leverage their communications assets to generate new revenue and offer plans that are ad-funded. Pudding Media is led by team of seasoned executives with years of experience in growing businesses, digital advertising, telecommunication industry and telco-grade platform engineering.

QualiSystems - QualiSystems is the pioneer in the field of Test Automation. QualiSystems’ TestShell solutions constitute a suite of integrated applications that can be used for any type of software or hardware testing. TestShell’s enterprise testing environment gives you: Code-free, wizard-driven automated test development. Across-the-board standardization for unparalleled collaborative and data collection capabilities. Maximum usability and reusability of tests and test-results Testing-functionality for any kind of test & measurement instrumentation, replaceable at any time and vendor independent. Business Intelligence suite for on-demand reporting, enabling real-time decision-support. TestShell cuts costs and time and significantly enhances product quality through the entire product lifecycle

RAD Data Communications - Founded in 1981, RAD Data Communications is a leading manufacturer of cell-site gateways, aggregation site gateways, RNC site gateways, Ethernet demarcation devices, Abis optimization and voice compression equipment for backhaul and transport of 2G, 3G, and 4G cellular and mobile traffic such as HSPA and LTE. RAD products support TDM and ATM pseudowire with comprehensive end-to-end QoS over copper circuits, DSL, fiber and microwave as well as Ethernet OAM for cellular transport services. RAD’s devices offer advanced clock distribution and recovery methods such as 1588v2, SyncEthernet, ACR, and NTR. RAD’s solutions are deployed by mobile operators and transport providers worldwide.

RADCOM - RADCOM is a world leader in service assurance solutions specializing in next-generation networks, including IMS, Cellular, Voice, Data, VoIP and IPTV. Its innovative products facilitate fault management, service performance monitoring and analysis, troubleshooting and pre-mediation. RADCOM’s probe-based monitoring and testing equipment is deployed at specific points throughout a network within both the access and core domains. RADCOM is part of the RAD Group, an international consortium that develops, manufactures and markets solutions for diverse segments within the industry, utilizing its worldwide channels to support customers that include a cross-section of the world’s leading telecommunications groups, service providers and equipment manufacturers.

Radware - Radware (NASDAQ:RDWR), the global leader in integrated application delivery solutions, assures the full availability, maximum performance, and complete security of business critical applications for more than 6,000 enterprises and carriers worldwide. With APSolute™, Radware’s comprehensive and award-winning suite of products, carriers are able to ensure the quality of IP-based services, reduce service delivery costs, introduce new services and Internet business models to grow revenues and improve profitability by making their networks “business-smart”.

RADWIN Ltd - RADWIN provides advanced wireless broadband solutions in the in the sub-6 GHz range. RADWIN’s systems deliver TDM + Ethernet with up to 50 Mbps capacity and long range of up to 120 Km. The solutions are uniquely tailored to meet the needs of cellular carriers and service providers, and power numerous applications including backhaul, broadband access and remote site connectivity. With RADWIN’s solutions, operators can extend their networks rapidly and cost-effectively, and significantly reduce their CAPEX and OPEX. Systems are deployed in over 110 countries around the world by tier-one operators.

Schema - Schema is a leading provider of multi-vendor RAN optimization & analysis solutions, and premium services for wireless operators. Our innovative products & services increase network efficiency and improve coverage, quality and capacity while lowering CapEx and OpEx. Schema’s revolutionary GeoMapping technology and sophisticated algorithms accurately locate and display traffic hotspots, drop locations and service quality KPIs. Operators can drill down to resolve individual subscriber problems, improve planning and troubleshoot the network without expensive drive testing and guess work. Schema’s user-friendly products improve the way operators plan, implement and manage their network resources, improving end-user satisfaction and reducing churn.

Siano - Digital TV for the iPhone! (see VC Cafe’s post) – Siano develops silicon receivers for the emerging mobile digital TV (MDTV) market. Highly integrated, and tailored specifically for mobile communications and entertainment devices, the company’s multi-band, multi-standard solution supports DVB-H, DVB-T, T-DMB, CMMB, Enhanced Packet Mode DAB as well as ISDB-T. Siano’s multi-disciplinary team brings cutting edge technical competencies to provide the most integrated battery saver multi-standard mobile digital TV receiver optimized for hand-held devices. Siano is enabling TV EVERYWHERE

Silent Communication - Silent Communication provides mobile operators with client based value added services in the area of call management and visual voicemail. With TalkinSilent™, Silent Communication’s call management suite, the mobile user can stay responsive in every situation and even silently respond with a friendly voice message during a meeting and. TalkinSilent™ completes voice calls that would otherwise not be answered and with that delivers a measurable increase in call completion from day one. Silent VVM™, turns the mobile handset into an interactive interface to the traditional voicemail, allowing the mobile user t access their voice messages with the utmost convenience.

Surf Communication Solutions, LTD - Surf provides OnSurf™, a Mobile Video Delivery Platform for distribution of rich content and value-added services to mobile phones. OnSurf™ delivers superior user experience for any video content on any mobile phone. This solution allows mobile operators, and VASPs, to overcome the technological and commercial challenges currently preventing these services from “taking off”. OnSurf performs real-time video content adaptation with high efficiency. It delivers superb video quality and avoids the need to duplicate the source content off-line in different formats to match different handsets. The dynamic bit rate adaption process handles fluctuating mobile network conditions while maintaining service continuity.

Techtium Ltd - Techtium is an international analog semiconductor company that develops highly specialized ICs to address mobile battery management needs in mobile devices. Techtium’s analog mixed signal R&D headquarters are located in Israel and has an in-house ASIC design team. Techtium is redefining industry standards in the field of battery management solutions. By addressing one of the major challenges facing today’s mobile industry power mobility Techtium delivers backupower™ solutions to all mobile devices. Leveraging its extensive expertise in both power IC development and battery chemistries, Techtium has developed an innovative, patent protected technology that provides instant backupower™ anytime, anywhere

Telmap - Telmap is a world leader in mobile location solutions, it has established a solid reputation and proven track record for providing innovative, value-added mobile search, mapping and navigation solutions that open new business opportunities and generate new revenue streams. Telmap is the #1 choice in EMEA of mobile location solutions and its technology has been chosen by leading industry players Vodafone, Orange FT Group, Vodacom, O2, AOL MapQuest, Pelephone, Carphone Warehouse and more. Telmap’s mobile location solutions introduce a whole new mobile experience and standards when it comes to search, mapping and navigation for people on the move.

TJat - Tjat, experts in seamless Mobile Messaging solutions, enable Operators to deploy Mobile Messaging services. Founded in 2005 and led by an experienced management team – Tjat has over 1.6 million users with recorded daily traffic exceeding 30 GB. As specialists in device agnostic services, across multiple platforms and protocols, Tjat has already signed partnerships with Vodafone and AOL, targeting over 1.2.million active users. The TJAT Messaging Service is a browser-based mobile clientless solution that can be used to mobilise communications through existing Instant messaging communities (ICQ, MSN etc.). Tjat’s portfolio includes; tCHAT – simple but powerful IM solution; tMAIL – mobile email; tSPACE – remote media & file library; tPIX – personal remote storage for sharing media and tBRIDGE – a SIP / IMS based IM service. See latest announcement here.

Triplay -TriPlay is a mobile life company. People are mobile and need to reach out and be reached anywhere in the world. TriPlay is available in 66 countries and users can send text messages to friends in 105 countries. TriPlay joins the mobility of the cell phone with the wealth of information on the Internet and the richness of the television, creating one personal communication hub with triple the access—anywhere, anytime.

TTI – Telecom - TTI Telecom is a leading provider of next generation Operations Support Systems (OSSs) to Communications Service Providers (CSPs) worldwide. For incumbent and emerging CSPs spanning fixed, mobile and cable markets, we provide a robust OSS platform that helps manage their networks and services effectively. The company’s Netrac product portfolio delivers an automated, proactive and customer-centric approach to Service Assurance, spanning service management, fault management and performance management and complemented by inventory synchronization and service activation. Netrac is compatible with multiple technologies and industry standards, and is uniquely positioned to bridge legacy, next-generation, convergent, and IMS Networks.

Vigsm Ltd - ViGSM, founded in 2007, is a subsidiary of EIM Telecom. EIM Telecom is an international communications company specializing in network based telephony solutions. ViGSM has recently launched a new product called Skuku. Skuku is a unique solution for cellular phone roaming which utilizes the Internet. It enables cellular users abroad to call their home network with their personal cellular phone number at local home network rates. Skuku allows the user to call or be called using his own SIM card via an Internet connection anywhere in the world. The technology employed combines both the GSM world and VoIP technology.

Zoran Corporation - Zoran Corporation is a leading provider of digital solutions for applications in the digital entertainment and digital imaging markets. With two decades of expertise developing and delivering digital signal processing technologies, Zoran has pioneered high-performance digital audio and video, imaging applications, and Connect Share Entertain technologies for the digital home. Zoran-based DTV, digital camera, DVD, multimedia mobile phone, and multifunction printer products have received recognition for excellence and are now in hundreds of millions of homes and offices worldwide. Zoran’s APPROACH® multimedia processors for mobile phones support a variety of multimedia functions, including best-in-class ISP image and video quality.

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car rental companies- Finding the Best One for Your next trip

People are obsessed with their vacations, they will spend hours on end planning each and every detail down to how they will spend each and every second of their trip. They will deal with the travel agent to make sure that every detail is perfect. The they realize that they forgot the most important detail of all their rental car. Now it is time for panic mode,  So now it is time to try and find a rental car on a last minute. Time for you to start calling car rental companies and try to find the best deal on a rental car.

The question is if this is your first time renting how do you know that you are getting the best deal. Other questions that you will need to ask yourself is do you have everything that you need to rent a car, how long do you need the rental and how are you going to pick-up and drop off the car. These are the questions that you will need to ask yourself.

First thing that you need to know when dealing with a rental car company is that many companies have pretty much the same requirement for a person looking to rent from them. The first thing that you need to know when dealing with car rental companies is that many of them will require you to be at least 25 years old and have a valid drivers license.

With all that information out of the way lets talk about actually finding the best choice when dealing with car rental companies. Many companies offer the same services, however some offer special services to their members. This is one thing that I would suggest is that you join one of the rental companies as a member, this is where there are usually a large number of perks to be enjoyed with your membership. Consider this information Many rental companies offer their members a discount on their first rental and will often times throw in extras the first couple of rentals to help encourage you as a repeat renter.

In doing a true comparison of car rental companies you need to do a comparison as to which one offers the best online discounts, some companies will offer onetime discounts others will offer several discounts and limit the number of discounts that are able to be applied

In the end you will have to make sure that all of your travel needs are met. It will be a good idea when you are dealing with the travel agent that you see if there is a travel package that will allow you to combine your car rental into the same package as your other accommodations. In the end it is also a good idea to see if you can do an online car rental comparison and find the one that offers you the best rentals rates.