Meet Pierce Lilholt, Entrepreneur

Pierce Lilholt is a serial entrepreneur. He creates companies and brands. In his free time, he likes to play the piano. To learn more about him and his work, please visit www.PierceLilholt.com.

1. What drew you toward media and communications as you built your career?

Media and communications are fun! 2. Would you tell us a little more about Lilholt Technology Solutions LLC and the work you do with software and other technology?

Lilholt Technology Solutions LLC is an internationally diversified software development and information technology company. Lilholt Technology Solutions is launching an app in conjunction with the media giant Universal Language Productions. With Universal Language Productions as a branding and content syndication partner, Lilholt Technology Solutions plans to leverage the ULP network to launch the ULP TV app. The first launch phase of the ULP TV app includes a multi-platform rollout across Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Android, as well as a fully functional experience on web browsers at www.ULPTV.com.

3. As a serial entrepreneur, how do you choose the projects you wish to become involved in?

I choose projects based on their FV. FV is term used a lot at Universal Language Productions. FV, or Fun Value, is a percentage based on an individual's FVI (Fun Value Index). Everyone has a different FVI, because everyone has a different idea of fun. What someone might find fun, another person might find scary, overly stimulating, or downright boring. When I am choosing a project, I disregard my own FVI, and I consider the potential FV that the results of the project will have based on the FVI of the target market. If it is not fun, I don't touch it. If the FV is high, I am all over it. It's all about the fun!

4. What projects are you currently working on?

The project I am most excited about is ULP TV. ULP TV makes watching TV easy and fun. Unlike Netflix or other streaming services where you have to know what you want to watch and then search for or browse for the titles of shows you want to watch, ULP TV allows you to flip through channels like you are watching cable TV. Searching for something to watch isn't fun. ULP TV is a container app, so anyone can make a channel and syndicate content they want to watch to custom tailor their experience and watch the shows that they think are fun. Friends, family, and people all over the world can tune in to watch your syndications. You don't need to make a channel to start watching. The channels are organized in ways which are conducive to the easiest possible watching experience. People often wonder why you can't filter out all of the four and five star reviewed movies on Netflix. I think it is pretty obvious. I believe that if I filtered out all of the four or five star movies and TV shows on Netflix, I would watch all of the highly rated movies and TV shows and never even peek at the titles with poor ratings. In my opinion, that would make Netflix seem much less valuable. With ULP TV, you can see what is popular, and watch what is good. ULP TV is just plain FUN!

5. Do you have any plans for 2017 that are particularly exciting for you?

I only have one plan for 2017. I plan on having the most fun in 2017! Now, that's exciting!

Thanks, Pierce!

Meet Reece Kenney, Creator of Present Finder

Reece Kenney is a software engineer from England and the creator of an iPhone app called Present Finder. The app helps you find the perfect gift for anyone by asking you a series of questions about your intended gift recipient. Reece operates a technology company called Cyber Shark Technology which specializes in websites, software, and logo design.

1. What gave you the idea for Present Finder?

Well, the inspiration for this app came from the fact that I'm awful at picking out gifts for people. No really, I am absolutely hopeless! Unless the recipient shares similar interests to me, you probably wouldn't be overly impressed with the gift I pick out! I would spend ages scrolling for the "gifts for him/her" pages of various websites, and 90% of the gifts I saw were either not relevant or not interesting... I wanted a list of gifts that were specific to the person I was buying for e.g. a 19 year old male student who likes sci-fi, doesn't drive, and doesn't care for sports. And so, Present Finder was born! 



2. How did you come up with the questions to help find the perfect gift?

It mostly came down to how the items were categorized. I wanted to cover as many areas as I could in as little questions as possible so that the user could get through them quickly. In order to keep the number of questions to a minimum, but still provide accurate suggestions, the algorithm has to make some assumptions based on answers given. For example, would a person who said that they dislike sports be interested in a desktop football game? It's not a sport, but it is a game based on a sport. Or would someone who said they dislike cars be interested in a remote control car toy? So I just thought of all the questions that would allow me to cover a large amount of categories. I am planning on introducing an "advanced" mode where the user will see more questions. This means the app will be able to provide even more accurate suggestions!



3. What are some examples of the gifts that the app suggests?

Oh there are tons of gifts in our database! We have everything from Bluetooth speakers, to emoji pillows, to funny novelty items. Our most popular item based on the number of clicks and favorites is actually an item called "Nothing." It is literally an empty box for people that when asked what they want for their birthday, responded with "oh, nothing."



4. What was your process like in building the app?

It was pretty tough, honestly. It actually ended up taking the best part of a year because I took a break halfway through. I started working on it during my final year of university as I had finished my class work early and had some free time. I was finding it difficult to create the algorithm and eventually put the project on hold once my next classes started. A couple of months later I revisited the project and figured out a way to get it all to work. Many months of programming later, the app was ready for release! 



5. In your own experience giving and receiving gifts, what do you think separates a great gift from a mediocre one?

If you had asked me this question when I was a child, I probably would have told you the larger the gift size the better! But now I find that it's not so much the size or price of the gift that makes a gift great, but if you can see that the person genuinely purchased it with you in mind (as opposed to just buying a generic gift for a 22 year old male, for example), that's what makes it great. Oh, unusual gifts are cool, too!

Thanks, Reece!

A Guest Post on Online Employee Time Clocks

The following is a guest post from Time Clock Hub, a site which offers a free employee time clock which includes payroll reports, advanced employee scheduling, time tracking, and other options.

Online Employee Time Clocks: Using the Power of Technology to Make Your Business More Efficient

There are many different types of time clocks out there, and if you haven't used these programs with a business before, it's easy to understand how intimidating it can be to try and find the perfect one. Do you want an employee clock that just creates an easy clock in and clock out system that helps reduce the need for HR and back and forth, or are you looking for a truly good system that helps you keep track of all your employees so those who work remotely don't just get lost or forgotten in all the back and forth?

In addition to this, using a web-based time clock to track remote employees helps make sure everyone is staying on course and makes it much easier to manage since a supervisor or employer doesn't need to waste a lot of time figuring out where certain employees are: their clock in times and locations will help tell the whole story. This is a level of information that is critical for a very fluid or multi-faceted business to work in today's modern technological workplace.

Non-Invasive Tracking

In addition to all these positive reasons, it's also important to think of how many tracking options you actually get in regards to being able to keep up with all your employees. Almost anything mentioned is invasive or pushy, or requires constant follow-up. When it works with time clocks, you have your employees' location when they clock in and when they move about or clock out. This isn't invasive, and it still helps you keep track of where everyone was, where they currently are now, and where they are going to be.

That's a lot of information you need to effectively manage your employees, especially when you have large groups working remotely. Having a piece of software you need anyway like a time clock help you with that tracking process just makes sense. What is really going to have more benefits and less drawbacks than an online time clock that not only records hours but also locations in order to help you track your remote work employees?

In Summary

As you can see, using an online employee time clock can be a great way to keep track of all your remote employees so you don't feel like you are always herding cats. With a free automatic software that allows for clocking in and the tracking of a special IP code when each employee logs in, it helps them know they are getting paid for all the time they are putting in. An employer gets the peace of mind from knowing where all his employees are at any given time, and how the entire operation is running at any given time.

The fact is that many of these high quality online clocks start at free pricing or reduced pricing and move from there. This is an outstanding program and one that should be looked at as a potential solution by far more businesses.

Introducing Vend POS Software

Whether you're a small business owner who has one store, or you're making POS software purchasing decisions for a large retail chain, it would be worth your time to check out Vend, a point of sale system that helps you with everything from inventory management to customer loyalty programs.

One reason why Vend works for retail businesses of different sizes is that pricing varies depending on the amount of products and/or services you're selling, as well as the number of outlets you need for the software. There is an affordable monthly rate, with a discount when you purchase a year's worth of software use.

The Vend website has a tour to show you how the software works, and they also have a helpful menu to show specific features designed to help particular types of stores such as coffee shops, clothing boutiques, beauty salons, and home decor shops.

You can customize the software package and use the features you want to use for your business such as returns, email receipts, layaways, and gift cards. Some other features of this PoS system include detailed analytics and ecommerce functionality that helps you build a nice looking, easy to navigate storefront so that you can have a nice-looking online presence, even if you're primarily a brick and mortar business.

Perhaps most importantly, Vend makes it easy to accept payments and can accept debit and credit cards from leading providers around the world.

The software is available for iPad, Mac and PC--and you can manage and grow your business in the cloud. Another great feature is that Vend works offline. You can sell if the internet goes down or if you're in a location without an internet connection, Vend will sync when you go back online.

Vend offers a free 30 day trial, no credit card required, so if you're curious, check it out today for free.

Software Developers Vs Software Consultants

The following is a guest post provided by Noat.

What is a Software Developer?

A software developer is essentially a software programmer that will work full-time for a company to design software systems for that company. They will design software based upon the needs of the company. The company decides what they need and then the developer will work to create the software for the company. A developer may work on various projects and have a team that helps them create the software. The developer may also work with a software consultant who helps the developer understand what is required for the business and then they decide on the best system for the company.

Jobs They Do

• A developer will program software for the needs of the company
• They may develop software prototypes to test how the software responds to users' needs
• Help users test the new software to get feedback before the system is implemented
• They install, configure, customize, and integrate the software into the computer systems of the company, but often work with others as they perform these jobs
• Work to maintain and fix software which has bugs or other problems once implemented
• Works on software upgrades to improve performance or to meet new needs of the business
• Provide documentation for employees so they know how to operate the new software system.

A software developer will work on a wide variety of software related jobs for the business depending upon what is needed for the company. Their job is always changing as the company grows. A good software developer has the ability to adapt and be flexible to changes in the business and be able to meet new demands placed upon them.

Software Consultant

The software consultant isn't a member of the business. They are a professional that is called in to help the company determine the types of software that the company needs. They may work with the software developer to help design the new software after an analysis of the business needs is completed. The consultant will work with a team to help the business design software that works for them.

Jobs They Do

• A software consultant helps a business determine their software needs
• They work with a project team in many cases to create the new software for the business
• They may make recommendations on software packages that are already developed that may benefit the business

A consultant may be part of a software consulting firm or they may work as a self-employed individual. A consultant usually has a lot of experience with software and computers already before they become a consultant. For example, the consultant may already be a computer programmer or another IT professional.

Summary

A software developer is a professional that designs and implements software for a business. They have extensive programming experience and will work to design software that a company needs. A software consultant helps a business decide what types of software that a company needs. They may work with a software developer or other professional to determine the best system for the business and then the software developer will work to implement that system for the business.

Introducing EmploTime, A Time and Attendance System for Small Business

Do you run a small business and want an easy, affordable way to monitor your employees' time and attendance? EmploTime has developed a web-based system with the needs of small businesses in mind. EmploTime's web application costs just four dollars per employee per year, much less than many attendance-keeping alternatives.

The system consists of two basic parts: the EmploTime clock and the administrator portal. The first part, the clock, is where the employees report their arrival and leave times. This page can be set to be used from any PC, tablet, or mobile device. The administrator decides from which computers the employees may clock in and out--and you can set unlimited time clocks. This flexibility is very useful if you have employees clocking in from multiple locations, such as employees who telecommute.

The second part is the administrator portal itself. The administrator needs to log in to this portal to complete tasks such as adding employees, viewing and modifying employees' working hours, and printing and exporting reports.

If you'd like to get a better idea of how the EmploTime system works, you can check the functionality of these pages through the demo application. Click here to check out the demo clock. And click here to check out all main features.

It's great to find companies who create functional, easy to use products that meet the needs of smaller businesses. I especially like that this product is web-based and can be launched from multiple computers/devices.

Introducing Booqla, A Versatile Self Publishing Tool

I've been interested in self-publishing for many years and have explored lots of different avenues, from handmade zines and books to ebooks and print on demand. When it comes to print on demand and ebook publishing, there are a lot of different ways to proceed. For example, you can hire a book designer for some or all of your publishing process. You can also utilize different software programs to design and format your book.

While I do know people who are talented in both writing books and completing the layout and publishing related tasks, many of us who want to write and publish aren't so comfortable in the design department. I've tried a number of different tutorials and software programs meant to simplify the process of formatting books for print or ebook downloads, and I've found some ways to complete my DIY publishing projects, but I have to admit that it's not exactly a simple process!

Enter Booqla. Booqla is a web-based, self-publishing tool which allows authors to import their manuscript in Word and instantaneously convert it to Epub format as well as Amazon's Mobi format. It also creates a print-ready PDF which can be edited to fit special requirements of printing companies (such as print on demand publishers).

The idea of Booqla is to limit the amount of steps an author has to take to publish their book, thus saving time and money compared to the price of hiring out the work of having your book formatted. Let's face it, there wouldn't be such a big market for self-publishing services for authors if everyone found it easy; Booqla fills a need in the marketplace by creating an easier to use DIY option.

Even better, Booqla stores your manuscript in their system to make it easy to edit it if you find changes that you want to make (this always happens to me, and then I have to go through different versions of my manuscript files on my computer).

Booqla also makes selling your book easier through an affiliate sales system. They have a "Minimart" which allows you to set up as many small webshops as you want, place them on any website or social media outlet you want, and use this tool to sell your books. You can easily create a share a small button to sell your books in all sorts of places, such as discussion forums on topics relevant to your book.

Developed in Sweden, Booqla is available in Europe, the Middle East, and the US. Learn more at www.booqla.com.

Meet Adam Deane, CTO of ProcessPolicy, a Task Analysis Software Solution

ProcessPolicy.com is an online software solution for task analysis, that improves the way business processes are run within companies by analyzing employee tasks. Our interview below is with Adam Deane, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of ProcessPolicy.

1. Do you think that most businesses are utilizing some method of task analysis, whether or not they are familiar with the term "task analysis" or not?

Every company has the same problem: employees not completing their tasks on time. It's a common scenario. Managers tearing their hair out, trying to understand where they are in the project, who is behind schedule, what is causing the delay. Most managers have no real-time information on what employees are doing, what the status of the task is, if they are doing it right, and if not: where they are getting it wrong.

2. What are some of the ways that task analysis benefits a business?

Task analysis is a business methodology of analyzing employee tasks to improve the way internal business processes are run within a company, helping companies to become more efficient. It enables companies to cut out mistakes and human errors and finds work bottlenecks and redundant tasks that waste employee time. Task analysis ensures tasks get done properly, finds the underperformers in the company, and locates work bottlenecks. It automates the internal procedures and processes and reduces the administrative burden.

3. What inspired the creation of your software?

Our goal was to create a really smart software solution that is easy to use, simple to understand, and effective in improving employee productivity. Task management has been around for some years now. Task analysis is a new trend in task management that focuses on analysis, optimization, and prioritization.

If task management is the process of managing employee tasks, then task analysis is the process of optimizing those tasks. We've solved a crucial business pain companies have, by bringing business intelligence into employee task management.

Our online task management solution enables organizations to improve internal company and employee performance through workflows, checklists, escalations and alerts. It enables businesses to automate their internal procedures using the built-in workflow processes, analyzing employee performance through dashboards, and enforcing internal company policies through the software wizards.

4. What were the challenges in creating the software solution?

The first challenge was marketing--reaching our target audience. It required time, money, skill, experience, discipline, attention, and concentration. Persistence and patience are priceless attributes needed by every start-up company.

The other interesting challenge was technology. How do you bring analysis into a company environment and keep it simple enough to be used by non-technical managers? It's relatively simple to develop a software technology. The hard part is making the technology simple to use.

5. What are some of your plans for 2015?

Task analysis is the next big thing in the business world. Businesses will benefit from the ability to bring business intelligence and develop predictive analytics using data mining to provide better employee behavior predictions and help drive the decision-making process. Only through analyzing tasks can managers begin to understand employee behavior, identify internal working trends, and discover where employees can be made more efficient. Analyzing employee behavior is a very important factor in improving business performance.

Napoleon once said: "War is ninety percent information." His military success was accredited to having crucial information at the crucial time. When you're fighting for a competitive advantage in business, task analysis is crucial to your success.

It's going to be a very interesting year.

Thanks, Adam!

Introducing Mac Dental Software from Datacon

I've written before that I'm always impressed with a product that fills a very specific need in the market. Datacon does just that: it's an innovative Mac dental software solution that can be tailored to meet the needs of a dental practice needs today and in the future. In fact, Datacon has been evolving over the course of 30 years now. The company started by providing hardware and software for dental practices, then shifted its focus (starting in 2010) onto software development and support.

Datacon is an all-in-one software system. It doesn't require you to buy other modules or additional software packages to add in later. From accounting and scheduling in the front office, to tooth charting and treatment planning in the back office, Datacon has all the features a dental practice needs in one software program. Datacon can integrate with just about any digital radiography or imaging product, and it can be customized to meet the needs of specialty practices, a one-doctor office, or a large, multiple-location clinic.

The founders of Datacon believe that no two practices are alike and that the practice owners know what's best for themselves, their staff, and their patients. Thus, they wanted to make software that is widely compatible because they don't want to dictate the use of any particular type of workstation, camera, sensor, or imaging software. Datacon is compatible with MS Windows and Macintosh workstations, and it runs on a Mac Mini server.

Introducing NETTPOS, Point of Sale Software for Retail and F and B

You don't have to be a software professional to use powerful point of sale (POS) software for your business. When you use a POS system like NETTPOS in your retail store or food and beverage business, you not only gain control over many of your business operations but you also increase business efficiency and profitability.

Using POS software is one of the most efficient ways to streamline sales processes in business including supplier management and inventory. A good POS system will give you detailed information about all of your income as well as your expenses, in the form of reports and easily accessible data so that you can make the best, most informed decisions for your company.

NETTPOS has established branch offices in Asia, together with a strong and dynamic team to fulfill the needs of customers from various industries. The company prides itself on being able to deliver quality solutions to cater to their customers' each and every unique need, based on in-depth knowledge of the retail and F&B industries and the collaboration and support of their business partners.

Business owners can know that the team members at NETTPOS are investing in the development of emerging software and hardware technologies, such as finding better ways to improve the overall customer experience, optimize system performance, and create software or hardware modules that will literally help customers of all ages to easily master and use of the POS system, which is the future of retail stores.

Meet Michael A. Fabiano of Blog.Retrospective.ly

Michael A. Fabiano is the editor in chief of Blog.Retrospective.ly. The site allows people to write and share retrospectives which follow the format of "1.) What went well? 2.) What went poorly? 3.) What could I do better next time?".

1. What inspired the creation of Retrospective.ly?

We've always been very interested in people's stories, experiences, achievements, etc. We'd been thinking for a while, trying to determine a way to transform that interest and passion into something tangible that would improve people's lives--Retrospective.ly is the embodiment of our passion.

2. What is the origin of the three questions that people use to structure the retrospectives they post on your site?

They are based on agile software methodology. The retrospective is a meeting held at the end of each phase of a project-- its purpose is to look back at the work the team did and identify what went well, what went poorly, and what the team is going to do to improve in the next phase.

3. Can people include images to illustrate their retrospectives, or are the posts meant to be text only?

People are welcome to include an image, as long as it is high resolution. For posters who do not include images, we will look for a header image that fits with the content of their retrospective.

4. Are there privacy settings for the content that people post to your site, or is everything available publicly?

All content is available publicly once it is reviewed by our editorial staff.

5. What are some of the topics people have written about so far on Retrospective.ly, and what topics do you hope to see appear on the site over time?

We’ve had posts on a variety of topics: conferences, military services, athletic careers, etc. We welcome posts of any topic and are hoping to have a breadth of experiences and viewpoints on our blog.

Thanks, Michael!

Introducing dmi Networking, Specialists in IT for Dental Practices

As someone who follows small businesses and entrepreneurs, I can appreciate the value of a company that is filling a specific niche. Based in California in the North Bay Area, dmi Networking is helping dentists by providing information technology solutions and support. The people who started the company have 30+ years of experience in helping local business owners, and the staff are skilled in helping end users manage the necessary IT processes involved in keeping an office running smoothly.

Depending on the level of in-house IT expertise within a particular office, you can outsource some of all of your IT needs to dmi Networking. They offer a variety of IT services for dental practices such as secure encryption for email and data, network security, HIPAA compliance, and more. You can find help with getting your files online and knowing those files are stored safely on your own network and/or using cloud storage. You can even get help in making sure you have the best computers and other equipment set up in your office to meet your needs.

For Bay Area dental IT services, check out dmi Networking. I'm sure everyone has seen news stories about data breaches in different business environments, and medical and dental offices can be a target for data thieves. In other words, it's worth it to consult with professionals and outsource some of your information technology needs to protect your business and your patients.

Introducing Web3Box, a Customer Relationship Management System

Customer relationship management (CRM) is one of those terms that is very familiar to some people and completely unknown to others! If you run any kind of business where you are interacting with customers, you probably already know about CRM. Sometimes called contact management software, CRM refers to software that you use to manage your relationships with customers through your interactions with them. CRM can help you with both current and future customers. The software helps you with a variety of tasks, from getting your contacts organized to ramping up customer service and even automating sales.

Web3Box offers a CRM system which uses cloud-based technology. While CRM tools have evolved over many years, the cloud-based alternatives developed in just the last couple years have become very popular--and they rank the highest in customer satisfaction.

In designing their CRM system, Web3Box describes their approach as focusing on the goal of "foster[ing] long-term customer loyalty." The idea is to simplify your administrative tasks and shorten the time it takes you to turn a lead into a customer. Who can argue with that idea?

They have also designed their system to have a user-friendly interface, and they offer customer support in getting the system set up to meet your company's needs. And the cool thing about the cloud-based system is that you can run it on mobile devices, which is great for companies where you need to be available to customers around the clock and where your employees may be working from their homes and other locations.

For more about Web3Box, check out the info linked here, which also explains how to request a demo.

Trading Robots and AlgoRates.com

I learn a lot of different things about business and finance through topics that people suggest for this blog, and here's a new one: trading robots. Turns out that there's an investment management company called AlgoRates which uses complex software to predict market changes.

The trading robots from AlgoRates use algorithmic software to make predictions. Using trends in the marketplace and looking at past data, the system makes projections about future prices. The software can sift through thousands of pieces of data to find useful indicators. The robots have led to successful predictions regarding the value of currency and precious metals. AlgoRates couples technically sophisticated software with experienced brokers who interpret the data.

There are a lot of different investment funds out there. It's interesting indeed to look at the different ways that different firms are collecting and analyzing data with the help of software as well as experienced brokers. I know I have a lot more to learn on this topic!

Meir Ezra on Establishing and Selling Successful Companies

Have you heard of Meir Ezra? He taught himself computer programming and went on to start and then sell some successful companies. He got his start as an entrepreneur when he came up with data dictionary editor called Addicted, and he also is known for developing FuelSafe, a fuel and fleet management system. His current project is TimeMaker LLC, a software development company with an emphasis on business communication and task management.

I'd be happy to start and sell just one great idea, but Ezra has the knack for developing ideas and has been able to repeat his performance as a top entrepreneur. If you'd like to learn more about this creative businessperson, check out the interview with Meir Ezra on Exit This Way.

Exit This Way is a podcast series hosted by Kerri Salls, a well-known exit strategist. If you want create and then sell a business, this is a unique series with conversations about how to create a strong business, make it attractive to buyers, and plan ahead so that you'll be able to choose to exit your business at the right time. The show lets listeners benefit from the experience of the guests, who are CEOs and experts in business planning and exit strategy.

The Wedding Gift Registry for Magento

The more I learn about e-commerce, the more I learn about different tools that companies use online to connect with their customers. Once an entrepreneur chooses an e-commerce platform for selling his or her products online, there are a variety of specific extensions available for the platform which then allow the entrepreneur to further modify their e-commerce tools to meet the particular needs of his or her business.

Case in point, here's a very clever and useful extension, the Magento wedding registry. If you have an online storefront, wouldn't you like to allow customers to set up wedding registries on your site, thus opening the door to customers who will then buy items on the wish list of the bride- and groom-to-be?

If you're using a Magento platform for your online store, you can add this unique extension to create a user-friendly wedding registry for your customers. After the happy couple creates their registry, they can easily send invitations to their family and friends, informing them of the gift registry. The registry is also easy to share via Facebook and Twitter.

The wedding gift registry for Magento was created by Webtex Software, a web development firm founded in 2009. Learn more about this company by checking out their website, at http://www.webtexsoftware.com.

An Introduction to Coherent Solutions: Software Development Outsourcing

The process of developing a piece of software for commercial release is, of course, not an easy one. But small or large companies engaged in this process don't have to go it alone--and they don't have to create permanent staff positions for a temporary project. Coherent Solutions is an outsourcing software development company which offers a variety of services to assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of commercial grade software.

Professionals from Coherent Solutions can augment a company's existing staff and help make sure that a software project is delivered in top form and on time. These professionals have expertise in a variety of platforms, including development for mobile platforms such as Android and Apple's iOS. There's more information about Coherent Solutions' mobile services here: http://www.coherentsolutions.com/services/mobile-development.

Founded in 1995, Coherent Solutions has 350 full-time employees who have completed over 500 projects. They have four offices in the United States and Europe, and the company debuted on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in 2012.

To quote from their website, "Teamwork is the ultimate competitive advantage." With their collaborative work culture, the team at Coherent Solutions is ready to go to work for you.

Open Source Online HR Software from OrangeHRM

I'm a big fan of open source software, so I was interested to learn that a company called OrangeHRM offers an open source version of online HR software. You can manage all sorts of human resources tasks with their software, from recruiting new employees to evaluating the performance of current employees.

OrangeHRM has two options for its software, the downloadable open source version and the hosted "live" version. The open source version is free. There are different rate plans for using the hosted version, and there's also a 14-day free trial. This page compares the built-in functionality of the two versions.

Based in Secaucus, New Jersey, OrangeHRM Inc was started in 2005, and their software counts over a million users around the world. Many large companies have customized the open source version to meet the unique requirements of their organizations.