2010年11月29日星期一
Blair dodges missiles and heck
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2010年11月24日星期三
Contrast-induced nephropathy
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2010年11月9日星期二
Simply efficient with EMC
AS information continues to grow exponentially, storage systems need to be intelligent enough to automatically optimise both performance and cost savings.
Unified storage is one such system that makes it possible to run and manage files and applications from a single device. A unified storage system simultaneously enables storage of file data and handles the block- based I/O of enterprise applications. In actual practice, unified storage is often implemented in a NAS platform that is modified to add block-mode support.
Juicy CoutureEMC realises that to provide solutions to its customers, the entire portfolio right from the entry-level device to the top most device, has to be unified which means the same integrated solution would now provide them the file serving capability as well as the block level capability.
It means allowing customers to run their high-performance mission- critical databases, and their file serving environments, all compiled in a single unified storage. This offers highest level of data availability, performance, reliability, scalability. In one word it helps EMC to really consolidate IT landscape into one single entity.
20% Guarantees
To further improve its efficiency, EMC recently announces a 20% guarantee for its unified storage platforms.
EMC's new guarantee is not only attractive but also very relevant to help address a common user need: reducing operational expenses.
EMC says that its customers will need 20% less raw unified storage capacity in NAS and/or SAN configurations than they'll need from the competition.
This translates to superior storage efficiency when compared to other unified storage arrays - even those utilising their own documented best power balance bracelet practices.
The 20% guarantee applies to all EMC unified storage arrays that is:
* Based on out-of-the-box best practices
* No need to compromise availability or performance
* No caveats on the types of data you use
* No need to auto-delete snapshots to save space
According to the Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG), the 20% capacity savings in the guarantee is likely to be conservative in practice because it's based on standard, out-of-the-box configurations - before implementing any of EMC's new, innovative storage efficiency technologies and VMware integration.
And interestingly, if for some unlikely reason the capacity calculator does not demonstrate that EMC is 20% more efficient, EMC will match the shortfall with additional storage. That's how confident EMC is.
New Efficiencies
Although, this new guarantee talks specifically about today's unified storage, the larger EMC manifestation of unified storage lies at its recently unveiled new efficiency technologies. It includes advances to EMC FAST (fully automated storage tiering), new FAST Cache capabilities, and block data compression that further extend EMC's advantages in unified storage.
New advances to EMC FAST technology, which automates data movement within an array, now provides new levels of granular analysis and automated movement of block data at the sub-LUN level in CLARiiON and Celerra storage systems.
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silly season, The
So now that we're into full election fever ...
What? Haven't noticed an election has been called?
Haven't seen too many lawn signs, media ads, skywriters or baby-kissing politicians at your doorstep?
Well, while a few wannabe elected reps for school board and city council have been pounding the pavement for weeks now -- mayoral hopeful Shari Decter Hirst perhaps the most -- many average folks would be hard-pressed to strike up even a 10-minute coffee-shop conversation about the fall tilt.
So this week, I'll give you some grounds to grind away at.
WHERE'S THE MAYOR?
While incumbent Mayor Dave Burgess could never be accused of being a flashy fellow, his campaign has been in the shadows, at best.
While Hizzoner has been attending all the usual official functions -- such as a council meeting, cutting the ribbon at the new fire hall and chowing down at a Brandon Chamber of Commerce luncheon -- he has also been spotted at places where he'll find few votes.
Such as at CFB Shilo on Wednesday where 30 local politicians and business people embedded with the 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery B- and C-Battery as they participated in an annual fall training exercise.
As it was arranged in partnership with Brandon Salutes -- a local organization that aims to strengthen the military and civilian community ties -- I can understand why Burgess would be invited.
Nike Air Max ShoesBut at the same time, his chief opponent was getting media attention at yet another campaign announcement in Brandon.
I learned early on in politics that during a campaign, your time is nothing but wasted unless all the people around you at any given event could vote for you or influence someone who could.
But at any event, Mayor Dave's military mission provided a fun pic for my column this week. Another rule in politics is to never wear a funny hat -- even if it's a helmet.
As for his official re-election kickoff, Burgess initially told the Sun he didn't plan to campaign until after the Labour Day long weekend, he has since pushed back that start date until after next Tuesday, which is the deadline for mayoral, council and school trustee candidates to file their nomination papers.
Hey, Dave, I just want to see what you've got so I can keep you honest -- as I plan to do with all the candidates.
HERE'S AN EXAMPLE
In laying down another of her campaign platform planks on making Brandon an age-friendly city, Decter Hirst suggested the creation of a comprehensive daycare registry that would provide an entire picture for families searching for highly coveted child-care spots.
Problem is, in April, the Jimmy Choo province announced the phase-in of Canada's first provincewide, online wait list to be launched in the Brandon area to provide an accurate account of families seeking spaces and a straightforward registration process.
The province's list would be an actual wait-list for licensed spots. Decter Hirst wants a resource list -- at the civic level -- for licensed and unlicensed spots.
Sounds like a tantrum in the making for a few bureaucrats.
Better break out the soothers.
AND SOME MORE GOSSIP
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2010年11月6日星期六
C O R R E C T I O N JMC Stee
In the news release, John Maneely Company Completes Restructuring, Positioning Firm for Growth Through Acquisition, New Hiring and Improved Customer Service, issued Oct. 7 by JMC Steel Group over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the second paragraph, first sentence, should read "reduce costs" rather than "reduce prices" as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:
John Maneely Company Completes Restructuring, Positioning Firm for Growth Through Acquisition, New Hiring and Improved Customer Service
BEACHWOOD, Ohio, Oct. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- John Maneely Company announced today that it has completed an organizational restructuring that will position it to grow through acquisition, hire new employees and improve customer service. As part of the restructuring, the company's name will change to JMC Steel Group, a reflection of the company's core steel pipe and tubular products business.
Frank A. Riddick, III, chief executive officer of JMC Steel Group, said, "We are now in a position to grow, hire new people, reduce costs and provide career advancement opportunities for our colleagues. The restructuring enables us to take full advantage of the synergies that existed within our pipe and tubular companies. We were able to consolidate along functional lines -- purchasing, production planning and business development, for example -- to make us more cost efficient and responsive."
He added, "Our new name more clearly defines our core business -- we produce steel pipe and tubular products, primarily for the non-residential construction, transportation and energy markets. We plan to add new groups of brands or companies that complement the businesses in our steel group."
David Seeger, president of JMC Steel Group, said that the restructuring and name change will better define the company's brand in the marketplace. "The recent acquisitions and mergers by the John Maneely Company, including the addition of several new products, has been beneficial to our customers but the marketplace may not be fully aware of our full product lines and capabilities. The name change and restructuring will clearly define who we are."
Mr. Seeger added, "There were some areas within our companies that overlapped and others Abercrombie & fitch that provided us the opportunity for natural marketing combinations -- pipe and piling for example -- or the marketing of DOM and HSS products, both of which are primarily sold through metal service centers. This change will help us better focus our sales and marketing efforts. At the same time, our new structure still gives us the flexibility to continue to serve distinct market segments and customers."
Mr. Seeger explained that the broad-based capabilities of the firm can also save its customers money. "The wide breadth of products produced by the divisions of JMC Steel Group will allow us to deliver complete pipe and tube solutions across multiple applications. Being a total source provider will help our customers recognize cost savings in a number of areas."
Mr. Riddick concluded, "Our majority owners, The Carlyle Group, a global alternative asset manager, and the Zekelman family, have supported our growth plans by providing financial stability, capital, business opportunities and expertise in several areas."
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C O R R E C T I O N Islamic
In the news release, New York Muslims to Distribute Food, Clothing to Families in Need, issued Oct. 12, 2010 by Islamic Relief USA over PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company that the event details for the Day of Dignity in Brooklyn and Day of Dignity in Manhattan have changed from what was originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:
New York Muslims to Distribute Food, Clothing to Families in Need
Juicy Couture'Day of Dignity' event part of Islamic Relief USA's annual nationwide campaign
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Hundreds of Muslims from the Brooklyn and Manhattan area will help distribute food, clothing, and provide health screenings to more than 1500 local homeless and people in need as part of Islamic Relief USA's (IR USA) annual Day of Dignity campaign this Saturday and Sunday.
In its eighth year, Day of Dignity is a nationwide campaign that recruits more than 2000 volunteers who in turn, serve around 20,000 homeless and people in need in 22 cities throughout America.
"Day of Dignity is an event that should take place 365 days out of the year, every year," said Saleem Khaled, manager of domestics programs at IR USA. "But until we can reach that capacity, we will take whatever opportunity we can get to encourage others to give of their time, of their wealth, and of their compassion to those in need."
WHAT: Day of Dignity in Brooklyn
WHEN: Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 10 am - 5 pm
WHERE: Masjid Taqwa, 1266 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, New York 11216
CONTACT: Meer Waali at 917-863-1501 or
WHAT: Day of Dignity in Manhattan
WHEN: Sunday, October 17, 2010 from 8 am - 3:30 pm
WHERE: Saint Francis Xavier Mission, 55 West 15th St., Manhattan, NY 10011
CONTACT: Mohammed Qureshi at 201.522-6471 or
Herve Leger DressNOTE: For details on other upcoming events, please visit: . To learn how to get involved, please contact Nazia Hossain, IR USA volunteer coordinator, at 703-370-7202, .
Inspired by Islam's values on charitable giving and community development, IR USA is a relief organization dedicated to alleviating poverty through disaster relief and development projects in the U.S. and globally for communities regardless of color, race, religion, or creed.
For the seventh consecutive year, Islamic Relief USA has been awarded four stars by Charity Navigator, the largest charity evaluator in the country. This prestigious award puts Islamic Relief among the top 2.25 percent of charities in the nation. To learn more, visit, .
MEDIA CONTACT: Rabiah Ahmed at 202-439-1441,
SOURCE Islamic Relief USA
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