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Hexagon's EPS up by 4% in Q2 2014
M2 - Thu Aug 07, 4:51AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB) today reported net earnings of EUR105.1m, or EPS of EUR0.29, for the second quarter of 2014.
Hexagon announces acquisition of Vero Software for undisclosed sum
M2 - Mon Jul 21, 5:55AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies, announced on Monday that it has acquired Vero Software, a provider of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software.
Hexagon Acquires Vero Software
Business Wire - Mon Jul 21, 1:10AM CDT
Regulatory News:
Global Metrology Services Market Report 2014-2018 with Carl Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo & Nikon Dominating
M2 - Wed Apr 02, 9:02AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4ml95c/global_metrology) has announced the addition of the "Global Metrology Services Market Report 2014-2018 with Carl Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo & Nikon Dominating" report to their offering. The rise in technological innovations in the field of metrology is one of the major trends that positively influence the growth of the Global Metrological Service market. The increasing applicability of metrological instruments coupled with innovations in the metrology software is playing a significant role in developing new customizable solutions. For instance, the development of new metrology software such as Point Cloud Metrology Software, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Laser Scanning Technology, On-Machine Metrology Software, Multisensor Metrology Software, Automated Metrology Software, and Robotic Metrology is expected to play a significant role in enhancing the growth of the market in the manufacturing industries. According to the report, the growing need to adhere to international quality standards in the product development process is one of the major drivers in the market. Manufacturing industries including Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, and Electrical and Electronics need to adopt international quality standards such as QS-9000, ISO-9001, and Six Sigma in manufacturing processes which enhances the growth of the market. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the market is the increasing bargaining power of buyers. The presence of a number of vendors in the market has resulted in the fragmentation of the Global Metrology Services market over the last few years. This has increased the bargaining power of the buyers, as there is a lack of product differentiation by the service providers. The key vendors dominating this market space are: - Hexagon AB - Carl Zeiss AG - Mitutoyo Corp. - Nikon Corp. - Renishaw plc - Trescal Inc - FARO Technologies Inc. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Market Segmentation by Product 08. Market Segmentation by End-users 09. Geographical Segmentation 10. Metrology Services Market in Europe 11. Metrology Services Market in North America 12. Metrology Services Market in the APAC Region 13. Market Growth Drivers 14. Drivers and their Impact 15. Market Challenges 16. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 17. Market Trends 18. Trends and their Impact 19. Vendor Landscape 20. Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4m..._metrology
GIS Market in the APAC Region 2012-2016: Top 5 Companies Profiled
M2 - Fri Mar 21, 10:59AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b7pd2/gis_market_in_the) has announced the addition of the "GIS Market in the APAC Region 2012-2016" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the GIS market in the APAC Region to grow at a CAGR of 7.97 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing demand from the Government sector. The GIS market in the APAC Region has also been witnessing the development of next-generation systems. However, high initial investment could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. The key vendors dominating this market space include Esri Inc., Hexagon AB, MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd., and Rolta India Ltd. The other vendors mentioned in the report are Astrium (EADS Co.), Autodesk Inc., AvisMap GIS Technologies, Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., Bentley Systems Inc., Caliper Corp., China Information Technology, Computer Aided Development Corp. Ltd. , Digital Globe Inc., ERDAS Inc., GE Energy, Geosoft Inc., GoogleMap, Hitachi Zosen Corp., Overwatch Systems, Ltd., PASCO Corp., Pitney Bowes Inc., ScanPoint Geomatics Ltd., SuperMap Inc., SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., The US Geological Survey, Ubisense Group plc, UK Ordnance Survey, and WTH Technology Inc. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the Enterprise Computing team said: Many GIS vendors are developing next-generation GIS solutions so that they are compatible with technologically-advanced systems in companies. Moreover, vendors are developing integrated GIS solutions to avoid interoperability issues. These next-generation GIS solutions can be integrated with various design, analysis, and simulation software. For instance, manufacturing companies integrate GIS solutions with simulation and analysis applications in the product development cycle. According to the report, the increasing demand from the Government sector is one of the major drivers in the GIS market in the APAC region. Many government and military organizations are increasing their investment in GIS technology for the effective enhancement of their national infrastructure and security. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b...ket_in_the About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Hexagon completes compulsory acquisition of minority shareholdings in Veripos
M2 - Fri Mar 14, 6:34AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB.ST), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies, announced today that it has completed the compulsory acquisition of the minority shareholding in Veripos.
Concise Analysis of the International Metrology Software Market
M2 - Thu Mar 06, 3:30AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bdjdwv/metrology) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Metrology Software Market" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Metrology Software in US$ Million. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East/Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2010 through 2018. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. The report profiles 59 companies including many key and niche players such as 3D Systems Corporation, Aberlink Innovative Metrology LLP, AICON 3D Systems GmbH, BuildIT Software & Solutions Ltd., Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, Creaform, Inc., Delcam Plc, FARO Technologies Inc., GE Measurement & Control Solutions, Heidenhain Corp., Hexagon AB, Hexagon Metrology, Inc., New River Kinematics, Inc., Image Metrology A/S, Innovative Metrology Solutions, InnovMetric Software, Inc., Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc., Kotem Technologies, Inc., Metrologic Group SA, Metrology Software Products Ltd., Micro-Vu Corporation, Mitutoyo America Corporation, Nikon Metrology, Inc., Optical Gaging Products, RAM Optical Instrumentation, Renishaw Plc, Rudolph Technologies, Inc., The L.S. Starrett Company, and Verisurf Software, Inc. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require 24-48 hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. Key Topics Covered: I. Introduction, Methodology & Product Definitions II. Executive Summary 1. Industry Overview 2. Market Trends, Issues And Drivers 3. Product Overview 4. Strategic Corporate Developments 5. Product/Service Launches 6. Focus On Select Global Players 7. Global Market Perspective III. Market 1. The United States 2. Canada 3. Japan 4. Europe 5. Asia-Pacific 6. Middle-East & Africa 7. Latin America IV. Competitive Landscape Total Companies Profiled: 59 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 62) - The United States (36) - Canada (5) - Europe (20) - France (2) - Germany (
- The United Kingdom (4) - Spain (1) - Rest of Europe (5) - Middle East (1) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bdjdwv/metrology
Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016: Market Size and Forecast, CAGR
M2 - Fri Feb 28, 10:11AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/w2vvls/global_gis) has announced the addition of the "Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016" report to their offering. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is driven by traditional GIS, one of the largest segments in this market. It also generates a large portion of its revenue from software products and data. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is expected to post a CAGR of 9.26 percent during 2012-2016. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is driven by many growth factors; one is the increasing demand of GIS from process industries. However, the lack of awareness about GIS technology in developing countries could affect the growth of the market during the forecast period. In terms of revenue, the Americas accounts for a large share in the Global GIS Engineering Applications market, and is followed by the EMEA region. The market generated more revenue from developed countries as compared to developing countries in the year 2012. The APAC region is one of the fastest growing geographies in the global market due to the emergence of several manufacturing industries in this region. Some of the key vendors mentioned in the Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016 report include Dettwiler and Associates Ltd., Esri Inc., Hexagon AB, MacDonald, and Pitney Bowes Inc. Other prominent vendors in the Global GIS Engineering Applications market include Astrium (EADS Co.), Autodesk Inc., AvisMap GIS Technologies, Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., Bentley Systems Inc., China Information Technology, Digital Globe Inc., GE Energy, Geo Eye Inc., Hitachi Zosen Corp., PASCO Corp., The US Geological Survey, Ubisense Group plc, and UK Ordnance Survey. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the Engineering team said: 'The vendors in the Global GIS market are providing GIS applications specific to the requirements of various industries such as Natural Resource, Utility, Manufacturing, and Construction. The Natural Resource industry prefers application-specific GIS solutions to obtain precise results. Environmental science researchers prefer GIS solutions that are specific to ecology and biology applications, which will help them manage and monitor animals and birds. In addition, many end-users in the Natural Resource industry prefer application-specific GIS solutions as they are cost-effective compared to general purpose GIS solutions.' For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/w2vvls/global_gis About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Concise Analysis of the International GIS Market in the Retail Industry
M2 - Fri Feb 28, 6:59AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/m8hgdk/global_gis_market) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International GIS Market in the Retail Industry" report to their offering. The Global GIS market in the Retail industry is witnessing many retailers starting to adopt mobile-based GIS applications. Retailers need mobile-based GIS applications to increase the accuracy and efficiency of the GIS applications. Vendors offer GIS smartphone applications for retailers and other commercial enterprises. This allows retailers to access the demographic data without any time and location constraints. For instance, Esri, the key leading vendor in the Global GIS market, offers business analyst android applications for retailers. According to the report, the need to understand customer demographics and buying patterns is one of the major drivers in the market. Understanding customer demographics and buying patterns is an important aspect for the success of marketing activities that is useful in the Retail industry. Further, the report states that the high initial investment is one of the major challenges in the market. Many SMEs and cost-driven companies are unable to adopt GIS technology because of the high initial investment. The report also includes a discussion of the other vendors operating in this market. Key Topics Covered: 1. Executive Summary 2. List of Abbreviations 3. Introduction 4. Market Research Methodology 5. Scope of the Report 6. Market Landscape 7. Product Segmentation 8. Geographical Segmentation 9. Key Leading Countries 10. Vendor Landscape 11. Buying Criteria 12. Market Growth Drivers 13. Drivers and their Impact 14. Market Challenges 15. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 16. Market Trends 17. Key Vendor Analysis 18. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Astrium (EADS Co.) - Autodesk Inc. - AvisMap GIS Technologies - Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd. - Bentley Systems Inc. - Caliper Corp. - China Information Technology - Computer Aided Development Corp. Ltd. - Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. - Digital Globe Inc. - Esri Inc. - GE Energy - Geosoft Inc. - GoogleMap - Hexagon AB - Hitachi Zosen Corp. - MacDonald - Overwatch Systems - PASCO Corp. - Pitney Bowes Inc. - Rolta India Ltd. - ScanPoint Geomatics Ltd. - SuperMap Inc. - SuperMap Software Co. Ltd. - The US Geological Survey - UK Ordnance Survey - Ubisense Group plc - WTH Technology Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/m8...gis_market
Times Square Celebrates Valentine's Day With Surprise Proposals, Live Weddings And Vow Renewals
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 14, 12:30PM CST
This Valentine's Day, thousands of New Yorkers and visitors looking for romance in New York City found a cause for celebration at the Crossroads of the World. Matches were made, vows were said and couples found their happily-ever-afters - all in the heart of Times Square.
EarthLink Launches Server and Network Management and Monitoring Infrastructure Services
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 13, 8:00AM CST
EarthLink, (NASDAQ: ELNK), a leading IT and communications provider, today launched server management and monitoring and network management and monitoring infrastructure services designed to maximize the availability and performance of clients' IT networks.
CSX Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 12, 3:00PM CST
Earlier today, the board of directors of CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) approved a $0.15 per share quarterly dividend on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on March 14, 2014, to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 28, 2014.
Hexagon's net earnings increase 6% in 2013
M2 - Wed Feb 12, 7:01AM CST
Hexagon AB (STO:HEXAB.ST), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies based in Sweden, reported on Tuesday net earnings of EUR104.9m, or EPS of EUR0.29, for the year 2013.
Hexagon's EPS up by 4% in Q2 2014
M2 - Thu Aug 07, 4:51AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB) today reported net earnings of EUR105.1m, or EPS of EUR0.29, for the second quarter of 2014.
Hexagon announces acquisition of Vero Software for undisclosed sum
M2 - Mon Jul 21, 5:55AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies, announced on Monday that it has acquired Vero Software, a provider of Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software.
Hexagon Acquires Vero Software
Business Wire - Mon Jul 21, 1:10AM CDT
Regulatory News:
Global Metrology Services Market Report 2014-2018 with Carl Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo & Nikon Dominating
M2 - Wed Apr 02, 9:02AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4ml95c/global_metrology) has announced the addition of the "Global Metrology Services Market Report 2014-2018 with Carl Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo & Nikon Dominating" report to their offering. The rise in technological innovations in the field of metrology is one of the major trends that positively influence the growth of the Global Metrological Service market. The increasing applicability of metrological instruments coupled with innovations in the metrology software is playing a significant role in developing new customizable solutions. For instance, the development of new metrology software such as Point Cloud Metrology Software, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Laser Scanning Technology, On-Machine Metrology Software, Multisensor Metrology Software, Automated Metrology Software, and Robotic Metrology is expected to play a significant role in enhancing the growth of the market in the manufacturing industries. According to the report, the growing need to adhere to international quality standards in the product development process is one of the major drivers in the market. Manufacturing industries including Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, and Electrical and Electronics need to adopt international quality standards such as QS-9000, ISO-9001, and Six Sigma in manufacturing processes which enhances the growth of the market. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges in the market is the increasing bargaining power of buyers. The presence of a number of vendors in the market has resulted in the fragmentation of the Global Metrology Services market over the last few years. This has increased the bargaining power of the buyers, as there is a lack of product differentiation by the service providers. The key vendors dominating this market space are: - Hexagon AB - Carl Zeiss AG - Mitutoyo Corp. - Nikon Corp. - Renishaw plc - Trescal Inc - FARO Technologies Inc. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Market Segmentation by Product 08. Market Segmentation by End-users 09. Geographical Segmentation 10. Metrology Services Market in Europe 11. Metrology Services Market in North America 12. Metrology Services Market in the APAC Region 13. Market Growth Drivers 14. Drivers and their Impact 15. Market Challenges 16. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 17. Market Trends 18. Trends and their Impact 19. Vendor Landscape 20. Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4m..._metrology
GIS Market in the APAC Region 2012-2016: Top 5 Companies Profiled
M2 - Fri Mar 21, 10:59AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b7pd2/gis_market_in_the) has announced the addition of the "GIS Market in the APAC Region 2012-2016" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the GIS market in the APAC Region to grow at a CAGR of 7.97 percent over the period 2012-2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing demand from the Government sector. The GIS market in the APAC Region has also been witnessing the development of next-generation systems. However, high initial investment could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. The key vendors dominating this market space include Esri Inc., Hexagon AB, MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd., and Rolta India Ltd. The other vendors mentioned in the report are Astrium (EADS Co.), Autodesk Inc., AvisMap GIS Technologies, Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., Bentley Systems Inc., Caliper Corp., China Information Technology, Computer Aided Development Corp. Ltd. , Digital Globe Inc., ERDAS Inc., GE Energy, Geosoft Inc., GoogleMap, Hitachi Zosen Corp., Overwatch Systems, Ltd., PASCO Corp., Pitney Bowes Inc., ScanPoint Geomatics Ltd., SuperMap Inc., SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., The US Geological Survey, Ubisense Group plc, UK Ordnance Survey, and WTH Technology Inc. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the Enterprise Computing team said: Many GIS vendors are developing next-generation GIS solutions so that they are compatible with technologically-advanced systems in companies. Moreover, vendors are developing integrated GIS solutions to avoid interoperability issues. These next-generation GIS solutions can be integrated with various design, analysis, and simulation software. For instance, manufacturing companies integrate GIS solutions with simulation and analysis applications in the product development cycle. According to the report, the increasing demand from the Government sector is one of the major drivers in the GIS market in the APAC region. Many government and military organizations are increasing their investment in GIS technology for the effective enhancement of their national infrastructure and security. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5b...ket_in_the About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Hexagon completes compulsory acquisition of minority shareholdings in Veripos
M2 - Fri Mar 14, 6:34AM CDT
Hexagon AB (STO: HEXAB.ST), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies, announced today that it has completed the compulsory acquisition of the minority shareholding in Veripos.
Concise Analysis of the International Metrology Software Market
M2 - Thu Mar 06, 3:30AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bdjdwv/metrology) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Metrology Software Market" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Metrology Software in US$ Million. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East/Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2010 through 2018. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. The report profiles 59 companies including many key and niche players such as 3D Systems Corporation, Aberlink Innovative Metrology LLP, AICON 3D Systems GmbH, BuildIT Software & Solutions Ltd., Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, Creaform, Inc., Delcam Plc, FARO Technologies Inc., GE Measurement & Control Solutions, Heidenhain Corp., Hexagon AB, Hexagon Metrology, Inc., New River Kinematics, Inc., Image Metrology A/S, Innovative Metrology Solutions, InnovMetric Software, Inc., Konica Minolta Sensing Americas, Inc., Kotem Technologies, Inc., Metrologic Group SA, Metrology Software Products Ltd., Micro-Vu Corporation, Mitutoyo America Corporation, Nikon Metrology, Inc., Optical Gaging Products, RAM Optical Instrumentation, Renishaw Plc, Rudolph Technologies, Inc., The L.S. Starrett Company, and Verisurf Software, Inc. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require 24-48 hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. Key Topics Covered: I. Introduction, Methodology & Product Definitions II. Executive Summary 1. Industry Overview 2. Market Trends, Issues And Drivers 3. Product Overview 4. Strategic Corporate Developments 5. Product/Service Launches 6. Focus On Select Global Players 7. Global Market Perspective III. Market 1. The United States 2. Canada 3. Japan 4. Europe 5. Asia-Pacific 6. Middle-East & Africa 7. Latin America IV. Competitive Landscape Total Companies Profiled: 59 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 62) - The United States (36) - Canada (5) - Europe (20) - France (2) - Germany (
- The United Kingdom (4) - Spain (1) - Rest of Europe (5) - Middle East (1) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/bdjdwv/metrology Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016: Market Size and Forecast, CAGR
M2 - Fri Feb 28, 10:11AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/w2vvls/global_gis) has announced the addition of the "Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016" report to their offering. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is driven by traditional GIS, one of the largest segments in this market. It also generates a large portion of its revenue from software products and data. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is expected to post a CAGR of 9.26 percent during 2012-2016. The Global GIS Engineering Applications market is driven by many growth factors; one is the increasing demand of GIS from process industries. However, the lack of awareness about GIS technology in developing countries could affect the growth of the market during the forecast period. In terms of revenue, the Americas accounts for a large share in the Global GIS Engineering Applications market, and is followed by the EMEA region. The market generated more revenue from developed countries as compared to developing countries in the year 2012. The APAC region is one of the fastest growing geographies in the global market due to the emergence of several manufacturing industries in this region. Some of the key vendors mentioned in the Global GIS Engineering Applications Market 2012-2016 report include Dettwiler and Associates Ltd., Esri Inc., Hexagon AB, MacDonald, and Pitney Bowes Inc. Other prominent vendors in the Global GIS Engineering Applications market include Astrium (EADS Co.), Autodesk Inc., AvisMap GIS Technologies, Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd., Bentley Systems Inc., China Information Technology, Digital Globe Inc., GE Energy, Geo Eye Inc., Hitachi Zosen Corp., PASCO Corp., The US Geological Survey, Ubisense Group plc, and UK Ordnance Survey. Commenting on the report, an analyst from the Engineering team said: 'The vendors in the Global GIS market are providing GIS applications specific to the requirements of various industries such as Natural Resource, Utility, Manufacturing, and Construction. The Natural Resource industry prefers application-specific GIS solutions to obtain precise results. Environmental science researchers prefer GIS solutions that are specific to ecology and biology applications, which will help them manage and monitor animals and birds. In addition, many end-users in the Natural Resource industry prefer application-specific GIS solutions as they are cost-effective compared to general purpose GIS solutions.' For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/w2vvls/global_gis About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Concise Analysis of the International GIS Market in the Retail Industry
M2 - Fri Feb 28, 6:59AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/m8hgdk/global_gis_market) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International GIS Market in the Retail Industry" report to their offering. The Global GIS market in the Retail industry is witnessing many retailers starting to adopt mobile-based GIS applications. Retailers need mobile-based GIS applications to increase the accuracy and efficiency of the GIS applications. Vendors offer GIS smartphone applications for retailers and other commercial enterprises. This allows retailers to access the demographic data without any time and location constraints. For instance, Esri, the key leading vendor in the Global GIS market, offers business analyst android applications for retailers. According to the report, the need to understand customer demographics and buying patterns is one of the major drivers in the market. Understanding customer demographics and buying patterns is an important aspect for the success of marketing activities that is useful in the Retail industry. Further, the report states that the high initial investment is one of the major challenges in the market. Many SMEs and cost-driven companies are unable to adopt GIS technology because of the high initial investment. The report also includes a discussion of the other vendors operating in this market. Key Topics Covered: 1. Executive Summary 2. List of Abbreviations 3. Introduction 4. Market Research Methodology 5. Scope of the Report 6. Market Landscape 7. Product Segmentation 8. Geographical Segmentation 9. Key Leading Countries 10. Vendor Landscape 11. Buying Criteria 12. Market Growth Drivers 13. Drivers and their Impact 14. Market Challenges 15. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 16. Market Trends 17. Key Vendor Analysis 18. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Astrium (EADS Co.) - Autodesk Inc. - AvisMap GIS Technologies - Beijing SuperMap Software Co. Ltd. - Bentley Systems Inc. - Caliper Corp. - China Information Technology - Computer Aided Development Corp. Ltd. - Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. - Digital Globe Inc. - Esri Inc. - GE Energy - Geosoft Inc. - GoogleMap - Hexagon AB - Hitachi Zosen Corp. - MacDonald - Overwatch Systems - PASCO Corp. - Pitney Bowes Inc. - Rolta India Ltd. - ScanPoint Geomatics Ltd. - SuperMap Inc. - SuperMap Software Co. Ltd. - The US Geological Survey - UK Ordnance Survey - Ubisense Group plc - WTH Technology Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/m8...gis_market
Times Square Celebrates Valentine's Day With Surprise Proposals, Live Weddings And Vow Renewals
PR Newswire - Fri Feb 14, 12:30PM CST
This Valentine's Day, thousands of New Yorkers and visitors looking for romance in New York City found a cause for celebration at the Crossroads of the World. Matches were made, vows were said and couples found their happily-ever-afters - all in the heart of Times Square.
EarthLink Launches Server and Network Management and Monitoring Infrastructure Services
PR Newswire - Thu Feb 13, 8:00AM CST
EarthLink, (NASDAQ: ELNK), a leading IT and communications provider, today launched server management and monitoring and network management and monitoring infrastructure services designed to maximize the availability and performance of clients' IT networks.
CSX Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 12, 3:00PM CST
Earlier today, the board of directors of CSX Corporation (NYSE: CSX) approved a $0.15 per share quarterly dividend on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on March 14, 2014, to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 28, 2014.
Hexagon's net earnings increase 6% in 2013
M2 - Wed Feb 12, 7:01AM CST
Hexagon AB (STO:HEXAB.ST), a provider of design, measurement and visualisation technologies based in Sweden, reported on Tuesday net earnings of EUR104.9m, or EPS of EUR0.29, for the year 2013.
