Samsung’s new ES8000 series LED TV

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) January 11, 2012

CEAG Editors have written detailed features reviews and first impressions about TVs from the CES 2012 show in Las Vegas. “There are hundreds of new models of Televisions being introduced this year at CES right now,” States Jack Burden CEAG Contributing Editor. “It looks like there will be at least as many LED Televisions this year as last.”

Following are a few TVs the Editors note as fairly typical in the LED category for the year:

Phil Conner and Jack Burden report for the company on some of the new features Samsung has come out with a long list of LEDs to add such as the Samsung UN55ES8000 which they reviewed. “This model has a very powerful edge-lit LED backlighting and a true 240Hz enhanced refresh rate which increases fast motion response time.”

The reviewers also note some extraordinary new features and full commentary on the Samsung Plasma PN51E8000 model with very updated design appearance and aesthetic characteristics, a tilt swivel table stand, and less than 1 inch depth and also with exceptional black level performance – possibly the best in the market outside of OLED TVs.

LG’s 2012 entries have many new and exciting features according to the authors such as an 84” LED TV with ultra high resolution and a 55” OLED TV with exceptionally thin depth. LG introduced the outstanding LG 55LMG860 Review with model LED HDTV that the editors think will be a hot seller in 2012 with Cinema 3D and the new Google TV platform that could become popular.

Panasonic introduced many new plasma televisions as well as a larger than expected number of LCD and LED televisions. The Panasonic TC-P55VT50 3D plasma HDTV was already named CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Award Honoree. The VT50 series has a new Infinite Black Pro panel that promises even higher black levels than the previous models which were already noted for their strong contrast and black level performance.

Consumer Electronics Advisory Group Inc. operates several premier buying guide websites, including plasmatvbuyingguide.com, and lcdtvbuyingguide.com, among others. Online since 1999, the company provides objective and thoroughly researched information through professional reviews performed by seasoned reviewers. Editors Robert Wiley and Jack Burden have been reviewing televisions since the first commercial plasma TVs hit the market in year 2000. ISF calibrator John Wirtz has been calibrating televisions professionally for 10 years. The company adheres to strict testing guidelines using the highest caliber equipment. Company web sites have more than 15 million unique visitors each year in the fast growth consumer electronics industry.

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Black Hawk, Colorado (PRWEB) October 05, 2011

2,840 Coloradoans are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, and 494 succumb to the disease annually, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. That’s why Riviera Black Hawk Casino is “all in” this October in a first-ever partnership with two local organizations to fight this disease, known as The Riv Give Campaign 2011.

“It’s important for us to give back,” said Erica Ferris, Marketing Manager for Riviera Black Hawk. “That’s a big part of our corporate culture, and something we truly believe in.”

The casino has selected the Denver Metropolitan Chapter of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure (http://www.KomenDenver.org) organization as a philanthropic partner during October, which has been designed as the annual National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The Rocky Mountain affiliate of the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer (http://www.avonwalk.org/rocky-mountains) will also benefit from the Riviera giving campaign.

General Manager Nick Polcino says that his entire organization is fully involved in this month long philanthropic drive.

“We wanted to develop a sustainable giving program,” Polcino emphasized. “So this isn’t a one day, one time effort. We have a number of interactive events scheduled the entire month, all designed for guest participation, team member involvement and corporate donations.”

According to Ferris, those events include free breast cancer bracelet giveaways to the first 500 guests every Saturday morning in October, an internal “garage sale” where Riviera staff – known as team members – can purchase company promotional goods, and a special giveaway of 300 pink Tomboy Tool Kits to guests who earn specified award points. Proceeds from these functions will then be donated to both the Denver Komen for the Cure and the Rocky Mountain Avon Walk for Breast Cancer organizations.

“For every bracelet we give away to guests on Saturday mornings,” Polcino said. “We’ll give one dollar to the Denver area Komen Foundation which benefits patients right here in our local community.”

This year marks the first time Riviera Black Hawk has partnered with these local charities in support of a national cause.

“You don’t have to look very far to find a colleague, friend or family member that has been impacted by a diagnosis of breast cancer,” Ferris added. “ It’s the third leading killer among those diagnosed with the disease nationally. So it’s our goal to step up and stamp out this disease within our own Colorado communities.”

About The Riviera Black Hawk Casino:

The Riviera Casino in Black Hawk, CO offers a wide variety of hot gaming action. With over 750 slots, video poker, and table games to choose from, you can always “Win At The Riv.” Since the winter of 2000, the Riviera Casino has consistently offered top value gaming action with a personal touch. At the Riviera Casino Black Hawk, we take pride in serving our customers in the tradition and style that has made the Riviera Casino brand famous. If dining in the famous Riviera Buffet or grabbing a quick bite from the Creekside Deli, you will not go hungry with the many delectable delights offered daily. The Riviera Casino is conveniently located 45 minutes West of Denver in the historical mining town of Black Hawk. The Riviera is the first casino as you enter Black Hawk with valet and covered self-parking. For additional information, please visit http://www.rivierablackhawk.com. Stay up to-date on the latest Riviera Black Hawk happenings by following us on Facebook or on Twitter.

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(Vocus/PRWEB) March 09, 2011

The goal is to help The Nassau County Firefighters Museum raise the needed $ 75,000.00 to complete the new exhibit and memorial. The Fox Hollow Catering Hall in Woodbury will be the host of the event with a Casino Night theme. Each fire department in Nassau County will soon be contacted with Save The Date information and official invitations with greater detail to follow. The first mailing will go out the third week of March. Extensive advertising will also be conducted. Please be sure to RISE UP and help us by participating in this very special event and by spreading the word. All are welcome! The cost will be $ 100.00 per person and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please look for more information in your departments in April of 2011. Local Long Island corporations and individuals will also be invited to attend and Scotto Brothers will soon be reaching out to many for participation and sponsorship opportunities.

Scotto Brothers is in the process of securing some fantastic raffle and auction prizes at this time. Each participant at the event will have the opportunity to win some of the great prizes. If you or someone you know would like to donate a raffle prize at the event, please let us know as soon as possible as all raffle prizes and contributors will be made mention of on future collateral material and at the event itself.

For further information and to learn more about how one may participate or get involved in this Fox Hollow Event, please contact Vicki at vickic(at)scottobrothers(dot)com.

On Wednesday, July 27th 2011, The Inn At Fox Hollow will be offering a special discounted rate for those attending the fundraising event. The Inn will offer a rate of $ 159.00 (plus applicable taxes) for overnight hotel suite accommodations, which will include a full hot and cold American breakfast buffet the following morning. Reservations can be made on-line on a first-come, first-serve basis by using the promo code: firefighters (rate restricted to those that will be attending the event).

To register, please complete the credit card authorization form and return via email to vickic(at)scottobrothers(dot)com or fax to 516-224-8200.

Please complete this form for Sponsorship Opportunities or to place a Journal Ad, and return by June 27th.

Please continue to visit the various websites and links for additional and updated information regarding the event. Thank you!

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Royal Caribbean Runners

London, UK (PRWEB UK) 7 February 2012

Sally Gunnell explains:

“There is simply no better time to get healthy than right now. Fitness has always played a key part in my life and I’m thrilled to be sharing this passion to help get people motivated and taking their first running steps. Getting involved is easy and whether you’re a seasoned athlete, a weekend warrior or a beginner looking to start your first run, the Royal Caribbean Runners groups are making now the time to do it.”

Supported by Royal Caribbean International and Sport England, the new running groups will see individuals take part in a 12 week programme designed to improve their health and fitness in a fun and supportive environment. Not just for hardcore fitness fanatics, the new running groups are all about growing grassroots participation in the sport and getting Londoners to see the many benefits that come from staying active in day-to-day life.

Anyone joining a new Royal Caribbean Runners group will receive goodies and incentives to aid motivation. Participants will receive a dedicated ‘Royal Caribbean Runners’ t-shirt on sign-up and those that complete the 12 week course will also receive a waterproof running jacket. Group leaders recruiting ten people or more into the new programme will receive an iPod Shuffle and, as an extra incentive, all leaders and runners will be entered into a prize draw to win a cruise for two people on board Royal Caribbean International’s Independence of the Seas in 2012, sailing directly out of Southampton.

Dominic Paul, Royal Caribbean International’s vice president and managing director, Northern Europe, UK and Ireland said:

“From sports courts to surf simulators, making investments that get people active has always been a key part of Royal Caribbean International’s business. Our ships are designed with fitness features in mind and because our guests have so much fun being active onboard we wanted to bring this to life – on land. After Sally enjoyed a cruise holiday with us, and raved about the fitness facilities onboard, we wanted to encourage more people to get active both onland and at sea. With Sally and Sport England’s help we’re taking our fitness focus one step further and hope to motivate both runners and those who have never run before to get and stay fit.”

Richard Lewis, Sport England’s Chair, added:

“Our aim is to build partnerships that will help us to grow and sustain participation in sport at the grassroots level. Royal Caribbean offers a huge range of sports activities on board their cruise ships and our relationship represents an extension of their commitment to encouraging active lifestyles. Royal Caribbean running groups are open to and can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of ability and we hope the support and motivation of others will inspire more people to take up the sport, building a lasting legacy beyond this year’s Games.”

The Royal Caribbean Runners groups are currently available in London. For more information and to find running groups in your area please visit http://www.royalcaribbean.co.uk/runners. All Royal Caribbean Runners groups are coordinated through Run England, the official England Athletics running project aimed to get the whole nation running. This includes training of leaders through UK Athletics for the Leadership in Running Fitness qualification, a fantastic benefit facilitated through the Run England programme.

Royal Caribbean International is the world’s most innovative cruise line and leads the way in the scope and range of facilities onboard its ships. Adrenalin filled onboard features include rock climbing walls, ice skating rinks, running tracks, surf simulators, scuba diving pools and much, much more. Gyms onboard Royal Caribbean International ships are some of the best in the fitness world – on one ship alone there are over 158 fitness machines. Royal Caribbean International’s ships sail throughout the world, including cruises from Southampton.

Notes to Editor

Sport England

Sport England is focused on the delivery of a mass participation legacy from the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Sport England invests National Lottery and Exchequer funding in organisations and projects that will grow and sustain participation in grassroots sport and create opportunities for people to excel at their chosen sport.

Run England

Run England is the official England Athletics recreational running project to which aims to get the whole nation running. Anyone – regardless of age, fitness level, aspiration, background, or location – can be a part of Run England and benefit from being a part of England’s running community. We are here to help and encourage more people to run, and to run more often.

England Athletics works in partnership with the wider athletics community to create a vibrant, safe and progressive sport – embracing athletes of all abilities and from all communities to grow the next generation of athletics champions.

For more information please see runengland.org.

Royal Caribbean International

With ships sailing throughout the world, Royal Caribbean International offers sailings in the Mediterranean, northern Europe, throughout the Caribbean, Asia, South America, from Dubai and Alaska as well as North America. Plus, Royal Caribbean International also offers ships sailing from UK ports.

Packed full of family facilities, Royal Caribbean International’s guests enjoy highlights such as meeting characters from popular Dreamwork’s films, dedicated kids and teen clubs, children’s waterparks and family-friendly dining options

Royal Caribbean International is a global cruise brand with 22 innovative ships, calling on more than 270 destinations in 72 countries across six continents. The line also offers unique cruise tour land packages in Alaska, Canada, Dubai, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand.

Follow Royal Caribbean on Facebook at facebook.com/royalcaribbeanuk or on Twitter, @MyRoyalUK.

Media Enquiries:

RCL Cruises Ltd: Louise James (louisejames(at)rccl(dot)com) and Surinder Manku (smanku(at)rccl(dot)com) on 01932 834 200

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) January 4, 2011

Keno Kozie, a leading provider of information technology design, service and support to law firms and legal departments, announces that the law firm of Turner Padget Graham and Laney, PA has selected the company to provide help desk services for their firm.

“Our firm experienced a significant turnover of resources within our IT department earlier this year and as a result we had a significant shortage of experienced people and found it very hard to replace not only the technical expertise, but the legal expertise,” stated Mark Brophy, director of technology at Turner Padget. “That’s when we started talking to Keno Kozie and realized an immediate fit. They were able to bring us immediate staffing, immediate help desk and the immediate brain power we needed. We look forward to working with them on future efforts.”

Turner Padget is one of South Carolina’s largest law firms with 230 employees and 90-plus attorneys in offices strategically located across the state in Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Greenville and Myrtle Beach. “Our experience with Keno Kozie has been great. I am constantly being stopped by my attorneys and staff to tell me how pleased they are with the knowledge and pleasantness of our help desk. They are very professional and always provide a quick response to inquiries,” continued Brophy.

“We are very happy to be working with Turner Padget. They are a highly respected law firm in South Carolina and we look forward to making a difference in the support of their firm’s technology,” stated Barry Keno, president of Keno Kozie. “Everyone at Turner Padget has been a real pleasure to work with and our relationship with the firm has served as a foundation to an increased presence for Keno Kozie in the Carolinas and South-Eastern US.”

Keno Kozie provides IT consulting, system integration, 24X7 help desk support, training and managed services to law firms across the United States. With more than 20 years of experience, hundreds of law firms have entrusted their reputation and business to Keno Kozie’s team of experienced IT specialists.

About Keno Kozie

Keno Kozie Associates, Ltd. has been providing information technology design, service and support to leading law firms and legal departments since 1988. Hundreds of firms have chosen Keno Kozie to provide IT consulting, system integration, advanced application integration, 24X7 help desk support, training and managed services. The company maintains partnerships with many leading software and hardware vendors to provide clients with optimal value and support.

http://www.kenokozie.com.K2 is a trademark of Keno Kozie Associates, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective organizations.

Contact:

Barry Keno

President

Keno Kozie Associates

312-332-3000

bkeno (at) kenokozie.com

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Meet Vinnie and Cody of ‘American Chopper Senior vs. Junior’ at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino in Wisconsin.

Lac du Flambeau, WI (PRWEB) September 08, 2011

Bikers and anyone who loves custom-built motorcycles won’t want to miss a rare opportunity to meet Vinnie and Cody of “American Chopper Senior Vs. Junior” on Saturday, Sept. 17, at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino. They will be available for autographs and pictures from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the casino main entrance. Fans of all ages are welcome and it is completely free!

Vinnie DiMartino and Cody Connelly are best known for their many appearances on the hit reality television show “American Chopper.” Originally working for Orange County Choppers (which is the featured motorcycle building shop on the show), Vinnie opened his own shop, V-Force Customs, in Rock Tavern, N.Y., which has built such popular bike models as the V-Force 1 and Geese Chaser’s-Boomer 1. Vinnie’s shop also produced the Tampa Bay Storm, commissioned by the Tampa Bay football steam, which looks as fast sitting as it really is on the road. In 2010, Vinnie and Cody returned to television, working with Paul Teutul Jr. on the series “American Chopper Jr. Vs. Senior.”

Vinnie and Cody’s appearance at Lake of the Torches will coincide with the 2011 Tomahawk Fall Ride that will draw thousands of bikers from across the region. Riders on the tour are encouraged to stop at the casino for the rare opportunity to meet these two famed motorcycle builders. Riders can also present their Fall Ride cards at the Club Advantage desk to receive $ 10 in Free Play that can be downloaded onto their favorite machine. For every Fall Ride biker who checks in, Lake of the Torches will be donating $ 10 to the MDA. In addition and as an added bonus, all Club Advantage members will earn quadruple points while playing slots that day from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

“Rev up your rides and join us for this spectacular afternoon with Vinnie and Cody, two of the most celebrated bike builders in the country. Their appearance promises to be one of the coolest stops on the Fall Ride. We welcome bikers and ‘Chopper’ fans to meet these two celebrity bike makers and to help with a great cause,” said Michael J. Broderick, Director of Marketing at Lake of the Torches Resort Casino.

Situated on the shores of Pokegama Lake and nestled in Wisconsin’s Northwoods, the Lake of the Torches Resort Casino has a feel of a classic Northern retreat and reflects its Ojibwe culture and heritage. The casino has over 800 slot machines (including a high-limit and non-smoking area), 12 blackjack tables, Let it Ride, Three Card Poker, and three poker tables, a high-stakes Bingo Hall seating up to 500 persons, Woody’s Bar and Grill, and the Eagle’s Nest Restaurant. The hotel has 101 well–appointed rooms, the Dancing Waters Lounge and the Woodland Oasis pool area. The 8,500 square-foot Convention Center with the Hall of Nations offers an outstanding venue for entertainment, receptions, trade shows, meetings, presentations and seminars. It is proudly owned and operated by the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians.

More information on upcoming events at Lake of the Torches is available at

http://www.lakeofthetorches.com.

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Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) September 12, 2008

The 2008 Breeders Cup Meeting, which will be held at the Santa Anita race course is the horse racing betting highlight of the season in the United States, and this year a strong contingent of overseas runners are expected to lay down a strong challenge in several of the races.

The feature event is the $ 5 million 2008 Breeders Cup Classic, and the early ante-post betting for this race suggests that it will be an American match race between Curlin, the winner of the 2007 race and Big Brown, who captured the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes before failing in the illusive quest to claim the Triple Crown.

But what about picks for all the other big races that will take place during the two day meet? Who will win the Breeders Cup Sprint, how should you bet the Breeders Cup Turf, to say nothing of the Breeders Cup Mile? Fortunately the global horse racing information portal, RaceHorseOwner.com has announced that they will cover free handicapping picks for all these main races.

Race Horse Owner has also started running informative news articles on all the leading contenders. This is in keeping with their mission to become the ultimate international resource for the sport of kings, and simply by looking at sections like their top trainers, one gets an idea of the global nature of the reporting on this website.

Aidan O’Brien will certainly have a strong hand for the 2008 Breeders Cup as he looks to break the record for the most number of Group 1 races won in a single horse racing season. He will send out Henrythenavigator, Duke of Marmalade, and potentially a few other of his Ballydoyle superstars as well to try and capture some of these coveted races.

The horse racing handicappers at RaceHorseOwner feel that this may be his year: “The quality of US turf horses is very suspect this season, and while the Classic may well belong to the Americans a number of the other races seem to be destined for the overseas invasion. Besides O’Brien’s runners we will look to recommend a betting strategy that includes horses like Archipenko, now trained by Mike de Kock, and possibly one of the best milers in the world, and New Approach.”

RaceHorseOwner.com shot to prominence earlier this year with 2008 Dubai World Cup betting picks that returned enormous profits, and that trend continued with more free pick winners for the 2008 Royal Ascot Meeting. They offer biographies on leading trainers and jockeys from around the globe, as well as reviews of the most important races and the leading race courses in the world.

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Customs Brokers

Valley Stream, New York (PRWEB) February 08, 2012

Importing goods & products from other countries in the United States can be a difficult act to accomplish.  H.W. St. John & Co. recently celebrates being in business for 100 years.  They were there at the beginning of major league baseball, through two world wars and much more. 

What keeps H.W. St. John & Company in business for so many years?

The main reason for their longevity and incredible viability as a company is in doubt attributable to their ability to mold and change with current times. 100 years has not slowed this company down. They continue to do the things that made them last so long to begin with. By adapting to new laws and current demands, they are able to offer the best import services around for businesses throughout the country and across the world. Since the 9/11 attacks, and the new legislation resulting from it, H.W. St. John have again changed and molded to continue to make them the number one choice for importing services. In 100 years, thousands of companies have come and gone yet H.W. St. John  Co. continues to go strong.  For importing services, clients are best advised to see why for themselves.

One their website H.W. St. John & Company recently said “Their are not too many companies can celebrate over 100 years in the business. It takes a determination to innovation, and excellent customer service”. They also post things that they seen change in front of their eyes within the last 100 years.

US Population grew from 25 million to 300 million
Automobiles grew from 8000 cars to 217 million
Average life expectancy stretched form 47 years old to 76 years old
Las Vegas grew from 30 people in 1902 to 478,474 residents today
Average wage increase from 22 cents/hour to $ 15.45/hour

H.W. St. John show no signs of slowing down. With partners in Austria, France, Italy and more, H.W. St. John has the determination, innovation, and excellent customer service to go another 100 years.

What kind of services does H.W. St. John & Company offer?

They offer their clients a wide range of import & export services.  They include, warehouse withdrawal, resolution of fines and penalties, national entry filing, insurance, remote file location and much more. For more information on H.W. St. John & Company you can call them 516-596-400 or visit them online.

H.W. St. John & Company

292 North Central Ave

Valley Stream, New York 11580

Tel (516) 596 – 4000

Fax (516) 596 – 4015

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Woodbridge Structured Funding

Sherman Oaks, CA (PRWEB) January 09, 2012

Woodbridge Structured Funding, a specialty finance company that purchases lottery payments, structured settlements, and annuities, is wrapping up a solid fourth quarter with year over year results up more than 50%.

The company specializes in helping individuals sell annuity payments for an immediate lump sum. Many annuitants who have sold their annuity payments to Woodbridge Structured Funding have used their lump sum cash payments to pay off mounting debts, or invest in purchasing a home, starting a business, or funding a loved one’s education.

As predicted, it looks to Woodbridge that the merger of structured settlement companies Peachtree Financial and J.G. Wentworth increased Woodbridge’s market share. Woodbridge Structured Funding remains committed to providing outstanding rates and customer service to each and every client. Adherence to these core principals has allowed for substantial growth.

Vice President Scott Schwartz stated, “2011 saw deal flow in all our business units up 50% year over year.” In addition, Woodbridge Structured Funding expanded operations. “The company has continued to provide strong customer service and competitive pricing and continues to grow with the hiring of our 70th employee in December,” Schwartz said.

Woodbridge Structured Funding, which maintains offices in both Florida and California, holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau – the bureau’s highest possible rating.

Woodbridge Structured Funding, LLC can be found online at http://woodbridgeinvestments.com

About Woodbridge Structured Funding, LLC

Woodbridge and its predecessor companies have been pioneers in the financial services industry. Nearly twenty years ago, Woodbridge innovated the purchase of future payments in return for a lump sum. Since 1993, Woodbridge Structured Funding LLC and its predecessor companies and founders, have bought nearly a billion of dollars worth of payments from individuals wishing to sell structured settlements, sell annuity payments or sell lottery winnings, all by working with one satisfied customer at a time.

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Sycuan Casino

(PRWEB) November 10, 2011

“Above all else, Sycuan is a people,” says Daniel J. Tucker. “Incredibly, our ancestors have lived in the San Diego area for nearly 12,000 years. We proudly pass down many time-honored traditions to keep our heritage and customs alive.” Tucker is chairman of The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation and its 130 tribal members. They live in the scenic Dehesa Valley near San Diego.

A Native American Indian tribe, the Sycuan defines its identity as an independent, sovereign nation. It has a democratically elected government. The Sycuan people abide by tribal laws as well as state and federal laws. The Sycuan also diversify as a business enterprise to ensure growth. “To date, the Sycuan Casino has been our most noteworthy economic success,” Tucker allows.

Sycuan times 20,000 uniforms purchase to $ 28M renovation

“The Sycuan Band was very savvy with their uniform investment strategy,” says Vanessa Barbarin, purchasing manager at Sycuan Casino. “The property is entering a $ 28 million renovation. Designer uniforms for its entire team will be an important part of the casino’s new image. By timing the new uniform purchase with the total casino renovation, guests will see a fresh image the moment they walk in the lobby.”

Sycuan just-in-time policy maintains no more than $ 170K in uniforms inventory

“Due to the efficiency and accuracy of the RFID inventory tracking system we installed from InvoTech, we are able to maintain a just-in-time reorder process. We also ensure top service to our team members,” Barbarin continues. “The system lifts the property’s asset control to a new level. Benefits realized in efficiency, productivity, and accuracy make Sycuan Casino more profitable.”

One supervisor and 3 wardrobe attendants process uniforms for 1,694 people

Barbarin explains, “The department processes uniforms for more than 1,600 people. That includes everyone from food servers to table games dealers. Soon, we will handle the uniforms for the back of the house teams such as, chefs, cooks, and others. And we do that with 1 supervisor and 3 wardrobe attendants. We use technology, not manual labor, to manage our operation. This saves money for our company.”

Sycuan’s productive staff processes thousands of items in minutes with no data entry

InvoTech’s GIMS™ uniform tracking system uses ultra-high frequency readers to scan and record information from RFID tags sewn into the new uniforms by our supplier,” says Barbarin. “The technology enables our wardrobe team to scan hundreds of uniform items at one time without hand sorting. We do not even enter data into a computer. A light flashes to confirm the uniforms were processed into the GIMS system. The savings in time and lost items goes directly to the property’s bottom line.”

About Sycuan Casino

Sycuan Casino, open 24 hours every day of the year with 2000 slot machines, 43 gaming tables, poker, bingo, live shows and multiple dining options, is operated by The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation. Located 30 minutes east of downtown San Diego in the scenic Dehesa Valley, Sycuan Casino’s mission is to refine the casino guest experience through unparalleled service of the highest integrity in a friendly and entertaining environment. Dining venues include an all-you-can-eat Paipa’s Buffet, Wachena Restaurant, Sunset Deli, Bingo Snack Bar, and the new GameDay Sports Bar & Grill. The nearby Sycuan Resort was voted San Diego’s favorite golf course 5 years in a row by readers of the San Diego Tribune. For more information on the Sycuan Casino, please visit http://www.sycuan.com.

About InvoTech Systems

InvoTech Systems, Inc. – a Microsoft Certified Partner – is a leading provider of high quality and innovative inventory control systems for hotels, casinos, resorts, theme parks, and sports arenas. The company’s GIMS™ asset management solution and tracking systems manage uniforms, linens and laundries, and its SAMS™ systems manage security and guest services operations. Both GIMS™ and SAMS™ provide ultimate control and accountability, streamline operations, improve quality and loss control, and reduce labor. The GIMS™ ultra high frequency, radio frequency identification (UHF-RFID) system, in particular, fully automates uniform and linen tracking, allowing managers to eliminate labor from cost centers and instead put staff to work enhancing revenues. With more than 500 customers worldwide that include MGM Resorts International, Ritz-Carlton Hotels, Hyatt Hotels, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Hilton Hotels, Universal Studios, and Madison Square Garden, InvoTech Systems is rooted in a culture that emphasizes long-term client relationships, superior customer service, and on-going technology innovation and integration. For more information, please visit http://www.invotech.com.

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