Lessons & Resources from a Corporate Move, by John Tanner, CEO of Tanner Research »»

Talent Available: "Hybrid Technologist who also gets the business side of the equation": »»

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NDC:  New Software Enables Remote Monitoring
NDC Infrared Engineering, where Bromley Beadle is President, has introduced RemoteView, a software display solution that allows remote monitoring of NDC 8000 Measurement and Control System Screens from any PC, at any location, with access to the Internet. The RemoteView station permits the user all the capabilities of the local operator station. >>

The Cannery:  Instrumental in FiOS TV --and Leila's-- Debut
The Cannery, where Doug Textor is CEO, performed the leading role in developing Verizon's interactive FiOS TV demonstration that premiered at the 2006 International Consumer Electronics Show. FiOS TV is Verizon's new all-digital video broadcast service offered over the company's fiber-to-the-premises network. >>  Also, congratulations to Doug and his wife, Jennifer, on the birth of their daughter, Leila Katherine, pictured here getting her first kiss from big brother Owen: >>

DataLabs:  New Software Manages Clinical Trial Processes
DataLabs, where Nick Richards is COO, has introduced Site Manager™ as an integrated addition to its eCDM platform -- an advanced clinical trial software that enables collaborative processes to quickly identify, select and initiate investigator sites. It also allows easy monitoring, administration and communication with sites during the clinical trial.  Also, DataLabs has partnered with Galt Associates, an international leader in managing risk through information, to integrate Galt’s dsNavigator coding and dictionary management product with DataLabs' eCDM platform, creating a single integrated solution for biopharmaceutical and CRO companies to streamline clinical data management processes and reduce time and costs. >>

IOGEAR:  Introduces Multi-Function Printer Server
IOGEAR, where Sampson Yang is CEO, has launched its palm-sized USB Multi-Function Print Server, which allows all networked PCs in SMB and home office environments to access one multi-function USB printer. This device supports two-way communication, providing real-time updates on ink or toner levels and progress reports on sending and receiving faxes and, by connecting the print server to a wireless router, it immediately becomes a Wide Local Area Network unit, enabling wireless communication with all computers on the network. >>

Microsemi:  Expands Power Management Portfolio
The Integrated Products Group of Microsemi, where Jim Peterson is CEO, has added an expanded-feature device to its line of multiple output controllers used in power supplies for set-top box, video processor and a wide variety of multi-output power supply applications in portable computers and peripherals. Meanwhile, Microsemi also announced a new 2.5 amp dual-channel ultra-low dropout regulator for applications ranging from PC peripherals and instrumentation to battery charging circuits and power to ASIC, memory and input/output circuits. >>

NetworkD-Miratech to Deliver Complete Service Solutions
NetworkD, where Ashley Leonard is CEO, has formed a joint venture with Miratech, based in Kiev, Ukraine, to deliver a broad range of services, including custom application development, process standardization, process optimization, process re-engineering, and full and modular out-tasking solutions with a near shore or blended delivery model.  Meanwhile, NetworkD was awarded ECP’s highest level of certification -- "Certified Best" -- in its 2006 Tool Review for the solution set iValue Suite, of which NetworkD is the exclusive vendor.

Tanner EDA:  Supports New Industry Standard
Tanner EDA, a division of Tanner Research, where John Tanner is CEO, announced that the newest version of its T-Spice Pro Circuit Simulator program for analog and mixed-signal integrated circuit design, supports the Penn State Philips transistor model, which was recently selected as the next standard for simulating future CMOS transistors manufactured at 65 nanometers and below. "Tanner’s rapid support of the PSP model demonstrates our ongoing commitment to adopting the latest technologies and enabling our customers to adopt leading-edge industry standards," noted John. >>

TECHNOLOGY TRENDS

OC VC Funding Up in 2005
Orange County companies raised nearly $500 million in venture capital in 2005, including $64 million in the fourth quarter -- the most money raised in the county since 2002, according to a report by Ernst & Young. The medical device industry continued to attract the most VC dollars, with nearly $210 million invested in OC last year. (OCTANe, 2/13/06)

Cyber Attacks Hit Majority of Online Firms
54% of firms that rely on the Internet to conduct business have experienced some form of cyber attack in the past year, with 21% of the attacks causing more than $100,000 in measurable damages, and 11% causing more than $500,000 in damages, according to the 1st Annual Enterprise Security Survey from Top Layer Networks. Also, nearly 60% of respondents reported an increase in spending on information security products from 2004 to 2005, while only 3% reported a decrease. Looking ahead, most respondents named spyware as the most significant future threat for networks. And though 87% of respondents said they were "entirely" or "highly" Internet-reliant, 24% of the organizations polled do not have IT security policies in place for employees. (eMarketer Daily, 2/6/05)

Online Searches Boom
Online searches grew 55%, year over year, to 5.1 billion searches in December of 2005, reports Neilsen/Netratings -- even though the number of people connected to the Internet only rose by 3%. Google had a 49% share of all searches in December, said Neilsen, with Yahoo at number two with 21.4%, and MSN Search at number three with 10.9% of searches. (socalTECH.com TechNews, 2/10/06)  

NASA Explores Raising VC Fund
NASA released a request for information recently for "Red Planet Capital," a venture capital fund that it plans to establish to fund early-stage companies. The new fund will be aimed at innovative, dual-use technologies that might be of use to NASA, although NASA said that the companies shouldn't expect the government to be their primary customer. NASA said that it expects investment and operational funds available in 2006 to total $11 million, with the fund growing approximately $20 million per year. The agency is now looking for a firm that is willing to establish and operate the venture capital fund. (socalTECH.com TechNews, 2/15/06)

MEMBER RESOURCES

  Lessons & Resources from a Corporate Move: John Tanner, CEO of Tanner Research, recently moved into a renovated 20,000-square-foot facility. Considering the scope of the move, it went very smoothly, just taking a week longer -- but costing significantly more -- than planned. So that we can all learn from his hard-earned experience, John captured his costs for future reference on the attached spreadsheet. >>  He also provides a list of vendors. >>

Talent Available:  "Hybrid Technologist who also gets the business side of the equation": >>

Resource Wanted:  Darrell Robertson of Sypris Data Systems seeks "an expert who might be able to find an alternate or that could help us resolve our dilemma" regarding a replacement disk drive for our products. Here's the spec: >>   Any help or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.  Darrell can be reached directly at (909) 962-9403 or darrell.robertson@sypris.com.