) November 22, 2008 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent management solutions, announced today that the company has been named the winner of the HRchitect “Beauty Contest” for Talent Acquisition Systems.

) July 2, 2009 -- theHRshow , the industry’s leading regional HR Technology show has announced a call for presentations for the 2010 event, taking place February 4 & 5 in Frisco, Texas . This announcement comes on the heels of the 2009 event, which was held virtually June 10-12, 2009.

) January 30, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent management solutions, today announced that the company has been named the two-time winner of the HRchitect “Beauty Contest” for talent acquisition and mid-market applicant tracking solutions.

) March 30, 2009 -- Infohrm, the global leader in workforce planning, reporting and analytics solutions, today announced that the firm has been named the winner of the HRchitect "Beauty Pageant" for Workforce Planning providers, beating out leading competitors Aruspex and Vemo.

Since late 2008, HRchitect, the leader in HR systems strategic consulting, has hosted a series of HR technology webinars designed to educate listeners about the services offered by each participating provider. The sessions are moderated by HRchitect and feature up to six contestants. For the Workforce Planning contest held on Friday, March 27th, contestants included Infohrm, Vemo, and Aruspex.

In an initiative to bring cheaper eBooks to consumers, eBook.com has launched a new concept – The eBook Happy Hour.

) February 16, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent management solutions, today announced the rising trend of the company’s mid-market clients adopting the Talent Platform’s wide breadth of pre- and post-hire solutions.

) July 16, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider, today announced that the company has continued to see an influx of organizations within the Healthcare industry selecting the iCIMS Talent Platform for their talent management needs. Such notable Healthcare providers as Bayada Nursing, Florida Medical Clinic, Cooper University Hospital, Jhpiego and MedAssurant join over 750 organizations who currently partner with iCIMS to help support their pre- and post-hire needs.

) November 22, 2008 -- While corporate layoffs and budget cutbacks plague today’s news, many human resources (HR) leaders are hesitant to make drastic changes to their talent or information technology (IT) investments until they can get a better sense of where the economy is headed, according to a recent survey conducted by the International Association for Human Resources Information Management (IHRIM).

“Many respondents are cautiously optimistic that the economy will begin recovering early next year," said Lynne Mealy, IHRIM president and CEO. “They don’t expect to make drastic changes until after the first 100 days of the new Washington administration.”

) January 21, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider, today announced that the company has seen a significant trend among organizations in the Computer Software and Healthcare industries selecting the iCIMS Talent Platform for their talent management needs. These companies, which are out-performing averages across industries in terms of growth and hiring, cite the cost-effectiveness of the platform as well as the inherent flexibility and scalability for future needs as factors in their decision making process.

) October 27, 2009 -- In an initiative to bring cheaper eBooks to consumers, the weekly eBook.com Happy Hour will feature popular titles at a hugely discounted price for a selected one hour period every week.

eBook.com will be offering these best sellers for an incredible $5 for the first 500 eBook Club members.

The following market-breaking deals will be available for 60 minutes from 8pm to 9pm in USA, UK and Australia:

) April 20, 2009 -- iCIMS, the third-largest provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, announced today that the company has seen a growing number of mid-market companies migrate over to the Talent Platform from such competing solutions as Vurv Express. iCIMS’ competitive pricing and inherently flexible platform has enabled the Talent Platform to emerge as a clear leader during a new wave of migrations.

) May 14, 2009 -- iCIMS, the third largest provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) talent acquisition solutions, announced today the company has enhanced its international presence with the opening of a new office in London, UK. The opening of the new European office broadens iCIMS’ global sales levels as well as brings to the UK the best talent management solution for the mid-market.

) October 30, 2008 -- The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and think tank that is advancing the science of strategic talent management, and Halogen Software, a leading provider of web-based employee performance and talent management software, will present a live HCI Innovation Tour on the performance-driven workforce culture on November 20, 2008 in Washington, D.C.

) April 16, 2009 -- Halogen Software will be sharing success strategies for linking learning and talent management on the agenda at next week’s annual International Human Resources Information Management (IHRIM) Conference and Technology Exposition. Sean Conrad, senior product analyst at Halogen, will provide attendees with actionable strategies for creating a high performance workforce using performance-based learning. IHRIM the leading HR information management association is hosting this year’s conference on April 19th and 20th in San Diego.

When: Monday April 20th
11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

) February 10, 2009 -- TalentDrive, the creator of the innovative SaaS recruitment technology, TalentFilterSM, announced the 25th Value Added Reseller (VAR) to join its growing network of global companies partnering to offer best practice solutions for the HCM industry. This network includes resellers, consultants, and companies that offer complimentary product offerings. The VAR network created by TalentDrive provides companies the competitive edge they need to surpass the competition. This continuously growing association of industry leading firms is effectively delivering recruitment technology tools to clients, offering cost effective solutions to issues facing organizations on a daily basis.    

) December 10, 2008 -- A new paper by Creelman Research finds that an increasing number of organizations are making pay for performance programs successful through a combination of best practices and technology. By taking a new approach to pay for performance that emphasizes human behavior and leverages technology to simplify administration, organizations have the power to truly drive high performance.

) February 2, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent management solutions, today released the company’s outstanding 2008 year-end summary, which highlighted record-breaking sales, significant corporate accolades, and continued excellence in customer support.

) July 22, 2009 -- The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a professional association and think tank advancing the science of strategic talent management, today announced sponsors for its Government Talent Management Summit, the nation's premier leadership event for government human capital and personnel leaders and teams, in Reston, Virginia, September 21 to 23, 2009.

) October 30, 2008 -- The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and think tank that is advancing the science of strategic talent management, and Sequent Inc., a consulting and outsourcing services firm helping organizations improve corporate performance through the integration of people strategies, process management and technology, will host an expert presentation on managing across generations at a November 12, 2008 B-School Network and Learn e

) October 16, 2008 -- Halogen Software today announced that is has been ranked as a market leader in the new The Essential Guide to Performance Management Systems study released by Bersin & Associates. Halogen was a top ranked vendor in the study, with the company’s vertical offering, outstanding customer service and support, and highly configurable offering identified by Bersin & Associates as key differentiators for the company. The study also states that Halogen offers one of the most well-adopted and fully integrated talent management suites on the market.

) February 18, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent platforms, announced today that it will be participating in the 2nd Annual Future of Human Resources in Oil, Gas, & Energy Conference in Houston, TX. The two-day conference, produced by the Jacob Fleming Group, will bring together experts from the leading oil, gas, and energy companies to share ideas, success stories, and do's and don'ts.

) December 16, 2008 -– The Atlanta Business Chronicle recently named Kevin Sessions, president of human capital management and software solutions firm TalentQuest, to its exclusive list of the "40 Under 40" Up and Comers.

Sessions, who was chosen from among nearly 200 nominees, was recently named president of the integrated human resources consulting and software solutions firm. The 2008 class was announced during a special event at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead in Atlanta on Thursday, November 13.

) September 9, 2009 -- In the latest HRmarketer.com HR Market Share podcast, Steve Boese shares his opinion on why the adoption rate of human resource technology is low among small and mid-sized companies. Boese is an adjunct professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York. He developed and delivers one of the few graduate-level courses fully dedicated to technology for the human resources function.

) November 27, 2008 - Financial Trader announces release of new book, One-Hour Millionaire, which provides simple solutions to the U.S. and global financial crisis repeatedly forecast in its public market reports.
A sixty-minute read, the One-Hour Millionaire answers in lay terms questions that stump today's leaders:

How to solve a personal debt crisis, national debt crisis, and corporate debt crisis?

How to perform forensic analysis of criminal behavior by bankers, financiers, and government officials?

) September 18, 2008 -- The need for competency management is greater than ever during tough economic times, according to a new white paper from TalentQuest, an integrated human resources consulting and software solutions firm.

) September 17, 2008 -- The Human Capital Institute (HCI), a professional association and think tank advancing the science of strategic talent management, has announced that Oracle Human Capital Management, a specialized service of the world's largest enterprise software company, will sponsor a live, eight-city HCI Innovation Tour titled, "IT & HR: Fulfilling the Prophecies" in seven U.S. states.

) June 24, 2009 -- On June 29, 2009, Michele Whitehead, PHR, of Berkshire Associates, human resources consulting and technology firm that assists companies in building the ideal, balanced workforce, will share her expertise during a presentation at the 61st Annual SHRM Conference & Exposition, entitled: Justifying Applicant Tracking Systems: Finding the Solution that's Right For You.

) February 25, 2009 -- Management Mentors, Inc., a mentoring partner resource for companies, government and other non-profit organizations and universities, is encouraging companies to leverage time made available by the current economic downturn to mentor existing employees--an investment that will retain talent, increase productivity and ease job-related anxiety caused by today's unsettled business environment.

) November 6, 2008 -- While overall economic growth in the nation has been steadily declining, the IT industry has not only faired well, but in many instances has grown at rapid rates. “Despite lay-offs by several Silicon Valley businesses, such as Hewlett Packard, demand for technical project and consulting work in the Bay Area has actually climbed significantly this past year,” says Scott Bishop, Senior Vice President of Nelson Technology.

) December 10, 2008 -- Knowledge Infusion, a leading provider of strategic advisory and consulting services focused on HR, talent management, and emerging technology solutions today announces the online event, What you Need to Know to be Successful in 2009: Trends and Predictions for HR Technology. The event will take place on Dec 16, 2008 at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT. Registration is now available.

) October 21, 2009 -- Halogen Software today announced a new "Certain to Succeed" money back guarantee for its talent management solutions, a first for the talent management software industry, and a new benchmark for other HR software vendors to follow. Halogen's decision to begin offering a money back guarantee is rooted in the company's unwavering commitment to deliver the most brilliant customer experience in the software industry. It is also a natural progression for a company that has successfully implemented its solutions in nearly 1,500 organizations worldwide.

) November 19, 2008 -- In the run up to the holidays, online auction site, eBid.net is giving bargain hunters the chance to snap up the best deals from the comfort of their own home by increasing listings on their popular Happy Hour Auctions where bids start at $10 with no reserve.

From 24 November until 31 December, 2008 Happy Hour auctions will be held daily between 6pm - 10pm EST, featuring more of the best deals prominently placed on the homepage.

) March 24, 2009 -- iCIMS, a leading Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider of talent platforms and ERE.net, will be offering a complimentary webinar this Wednesday, March 25th at 1:00pm ET, on the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition systems. The webinar, titled: “Talent Acquisition Systems - An Update on Trends and Best Practices in 2009,” will be presented by Ed Newman, industry thought leader and President of The Newman Group, a leading provider of talent acquisition and management consulting services.

) September 19, 2008 -- Halogen Software’s talent management technology is now used in over 500 healthcare facilities across North America. So far this year, Halogen has signed a record number of new healthcare customers including community and larger hospitals, multi-center health networks, long-term care facilities and medical groups. New healthcare customers include: Aultman Health Foundation, Black River Memorial Hospital, Carle Clinic Association, Milwaukee Centre for Independence, NYC Hospitals Centre, Riverside Hospitals and Union Hospital.

) February 2, 2009 -- Fans of the bright, alert feeling gained from 5-Hour Energy Shots now have a location to connect and have some fun in the new 5-Hour Energy Fan Zone.

Created as a hub for enthusiasts of the popular 5-Hour Energy Shots, the interactive Fan Zone hosts fan photos, 5-Hour Energy news, celebrity fan bios, fan stories and plenty of opportunities to win free 5-Hour Energy shots through contests.

) January 12, 2009 -- Lexnet Consulting Group today announced that it has released a series of informative podcasts that feature in-depth interviews with senior executives at leading technology companies, as well as discussions with tech industry analysts. The podcasts are available on Lexnet's site and can also be subscribed to via Apple iTunes.

) July 22, 2009 -- Sponsored by Foreign Exchange Translations, Full Spectrum Software will present a live, one hour audio course on August 11th at 11:30 EDT. With major changes expected at the FDA, including increased scrutiny of complex medical devices, automating the QA process for medical device companies is more important than ever. This live, one hour audio presentation provides medical device software engineering and medical device QA professionals with practical guidelines on how to successfully implement QA automation in an FDA controlled software environment. The speaker discusses how to select and implement the correct tools, how to validate those tools and how to work with technical teams to develop the cost justification for automating the QA process.

) October 15, 2008 -- Knowledge Infusion, a leading provider of strategic advisory and consulting services focused on HR, talent management, and emerging technology solutions celebrates the first anniversary of the launch of the Center of Excellence. In just one year the Center of Excellence has become the most influential HCM community, encompassing over 2,000 community members and thought leaders across 500 enterprises and over 130 countries focused solely on human capital management and talent management.

) January 19, 2009 -- SHL Group, a world-leading provider of objective employment assessment and development solutions will demonstrate how SHL’s solutions can help organizations make better hiring decisions and improve employee performance on Friday, January 23.

When:   
Colorado Human Resource Association’s 2009 HR Conference will take place on Friday, January 23, 2009.

Where:   
Invesco Field and Mile High Stadium
1701 Bryant Street
Denver, Co.

SHL is a Sapphire Sponsor of the event and will exhibit in Booth No. 45

) July 30, 2009 -- Halogen Software’s fourth annual user conference is set to inspire customers from around the globe about the future of talent management. Taking place September 14 and 15, 2009 in Ottawa, the event includes both strategic and practical sessions to support human resources leadership, as well as additional Halogen-led content, more learning opportunities than ever before, and discounted pre and post-conference product training.