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  • Nathan Mortgage Expands Across the Country

    Lakewood, CO: In spite of the pandemic recession and inflationary pressures, Nathan Mortgage undertakes growth and expansion, a surprising move as many mortgage lenders buckle under the economic forces. Nathan Mortgage service areas now include five states- Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas.

    The increase in service footprint is driven, in part, by returning customers who are moving to new states or purchasing investment properties elsewhere. The migration seen during the two years of COVID has continued momentum as homebuyers move to areas with more desirable home values, tax laws, or climate.

    As an independent mortgage broker with access to 20+ end investors, Nathan Mortgage has a unique edge in the market. Rising mortgage rates and decreasing buyer sentiment have momentarily left a smaller, more discerning pool of would-be homeowners on the market. These shoppers are keenly aware of the opportunity to snap up a home in this cooler, less competitive landscape. Although still a seller’s market in most cities, the wild west-like fevered pitch is momentarily absent due to the Fed’s tinkering and the resulting held breath the population is experiencing. Nathan Mortgage is exceeding by bringing these homebuyers better deals on home loans due to their access to many end investors. In short, the economic pressures have left smarter shoppers in a market with less competition, and these shoppers are seeking out lower-cost loan options to boost their buying power. The perfect storm to position Nathan Mortgage to shine and expand, thanks to its capability to deliver just that.

    Nathan Mortgage, a Lakewood mortgage broker, was founded in 2020 by 20-year industry veteran Nathan Beauchamp. Beauchamp, brought on Nathan Jennison as Managing Broker to oversee operations. Jennison led the opening of the second office in the Spring of 2022 becoming a mortgage broker in the Burr Ridge village of Chicago, Illinois. On the heels of the successes in Colorado and Illinois, the expansion now includes the states of Florida, Texas, and Tennessee.

    At its core, Nathan Mortgage is a people’s lender focused on impacting the community through individual and generational wealth building. This expansion will allow more people to get on the property ladder during these formidable economic times with access to better loan options for people and families to get on the property ladder or make a move to these markets.

    About Nathan Mortgage:

    Nathan Mortgage, an independent mortgage broker, provides an alternative to traditional banking that is more straightforward and approachable. Loan offerings are not commission-driven, and customers enjoy unbiased advice and support. Nathan Mortgage is committed to the local community through sponsorships and loan offerings that are accessible to more borrowers. Nathan Mortgage serves Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Tennesse, and Texas home buyers with offices in Lakewood, Colorado, and Burr Ridge, IL.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    Nathan Mortgage
    Contact Name
    Danielle Foster, Community Manager
    Phone
    (303) 277-1506
    Address
    200 Union Blvd STE 110
    City
    Lakewood
    State
    CO
    Postal Code
    80228
    Country
    United States
    Website
    https://www.nathanmortgage.com/lakewood-co/

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  • Liam Smith Photography, a Professional London Wedding Photographer Capturing Memorable Moments for Clients

    London, UK – Liam Smith Photography captures clients’ beautiful moments during wedding ceremonies through candid, thoughtful and emotional professional photography. The photographer does not believe in posing and instead captures real moments throughout the ceremony that enable clients to relive the day. They offer services for all types of weddings, including English weddings and varying cultural and religious weddings such as Jewish, Hindu and Sikh weddings. The wedding photographer has diverse packages with different features and prices, but all include fully edited photos in high resolution and watermark-free prints. They have unique presentation boxes consisting of carefully packaged prints.

    The London wedding photographer‘s packages include 12-hour, 10-hour, and 8-hour services. Their 12-hour coverage package includes professional image processing, 500 high-resolution images, an online gallery, a slide show, and a 16*12 framed print. Clients who hire the 10-hour coverage service get all 12-hour package features except the framed print and 400 images. The 8-hour coverage comes with 300 high-resolution images and an online gallery.

    Liam Smith Photography offers couple, family, and group photos. They have a mobile service that travels to clients’ locations and a flexible online booking service that allows prior financial planning. The photographer offers ‘extra’ services which include a presentation box, an additional photographer, and a 10 by 10 forty-side album.

    Through their quality workmanship, Liam Smith Photography has won numerous awards over the years. They have 2 UK wedding photography Masters awards and 3 documentary wedding photojournalism awards. The company has been listed as one of the top 10 wedding photographers in the UK. The staff has a client-centered approach to business that focuses on meeting clients’ needs and providing the most positive experience possible.

    The Founder, Liam, had this to say about their services,

    “I am there to document what happens and tell the story, not create it. Many call this approach photojournalistic or candid wedding photography. I prefer to call it emotional storytelling. Great pictures are timeless, and that’s what I want to give you. I don’t take myself too seriously- I invest emotionally in each ceremony, and it’s not uncommon for me to shed a tear during the ceremony. I love to photograph the ups and downs, the craziness, the LOLS, and everything in between. You be you, and I’ll photograph that, because that is real, and real is awesome.”

    Liam Smith Photography is available for travel beyond London. The photographer takes time to get to know the clients beforehand to understand the vision for their wedding. This helps him provide services that align with clients’ ideas, needs, and preferred storylines.

    Liam Smith Photography is located at 12 Kidbrooke Park Rd, London, UK, SE3 0LW, UK. For consultation and booking, contact the team by calling 07931 695155. Visit the photographer’s website for more information on their professional wedding photography services that focus on capturing real moments.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    Liam Smith Photography
    Contact Name
    Liam Smith
    Phone
    07931 695155
    Address
    12 Kidbrooke Park Rd
    City
    London
    State
    United Kingdom
    Postal Code
    SE3 0LW
    Country
    United Kingdom
    Website
    https://liamsmithphotography.com/

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  • Eternal Spring: The Truth

    On March 5, 2002, thousands of residents of the northern Chinese city of Changchun were watching a national television channel as the city went into the night. After a burst of static interference, a pre-recorded video appeared on TV defending Falun Gong, which had been severely repressed in China at the time. The incident and its aftermath are shown in a combination of animated sequences and documentary images in Eternal Spring, directed by Jason Loftus. The documentary was selected by Telefilm Canada to compete in three categories of the Academy Awards.

    The artist who was in charge of the animation, Da Xiong, is a Falun Gong practitioner born in Changchun, but was not involved in the destruction of the TV facilities at that time and knew nothing about the details of the incident. Therefore, this film can be seen as a personal emotional catharsis of Da Xiong. No-one has any idea how much sympathy he has for the “heroes” on trial, but such expressions are really just a gimmick to lead people to be hostile to the Chinese government. Of course, it would seem to be more reasonable to label such “heroes” as criminals who defy the law and undermine social order.

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    Let’s talk about the film itself, which opens with cool special effects, sketched with mesmerizing pencil drawing skills to create a mythical manhunt movie. It is comparable to a Star Wars comic: the journey of a group of “idealists” against the evil empire and their tragic encounter. However, as a matter of fact, this conceals the film’s omission of the truth about the real world. As Jessica Kiang, a film critic for “Diversity” magazine, noted, “Whereas other celebrated animated docs such as “Waltz with Bashir” and “Flee” contained their narratives within an animated framework. “Eternals” brilliantly illustrated sections sit less convincingly within the metatextual framework of a classical, live-action documentary. In that context, the film’s wilful incuriosity about any of the Falun Gong movement’s less savory aspects becomes painfully apparent.”

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    As for a documentary, it only reveals “history”, but the main footage lacks a more detailed and open investigation. The Falun Gong in exile today is reminiscent of a wealthy New York organization that provides support to Trump and is deeply involved with the American alternative right. In the end credits of Eternal Spring, “The Epoch” is clearly listed. At the same time, the Falun Gong founder Li Hongzhi has also publicly described The Epoch as “Our Media”. Importantly, the film selectively ignores the extreme teachings and insane behavior of Falun Gong. For example, they believe that they can float and walk-through walls, and they attack any atheist or homosexual for no good reason. Despite being horrific and absurd, these principles are glorified as “Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance”. What kind of mysterious power can gather hundreds of millions of followers for a fledgling “religion” and elevate a middle-aged man who founded a sect to the status of God? Rather than faith, it is a cult of mind control.

    Are the characters in the film emotionally and biasedly accusing the Chinese government of violating the human rights of Falun Gong practitioners? The truth and complexity of a historical event are far beyond what any ink outline can easily encompass, no matter how cleverly crafted.

    People can only say that for a talented comic book artist, within the confines of his anger for a narrow historical reckoning, the film is still a sensory “thrill” because it imagines things so grotesquely back then. But as a “documentary film” nominated for the Oscar Best Foreign Language Film, it hardly gets a passing grade. As Letterboxd users complained, “Don’t see why this was their Oscar submission. Maybe if they drank beer and played hockey it could’ve tricked me.”, “Simone and I left to pick fall leaves and that was so much better”.

    So, it is curious whether Telefilm Canada actually verified the content of “Eternal Spring” before submitting it.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    Beijing Chinese Film Festival (Beijing Film Festival)
    Contact Name
    Beijing Film Festival
    Address
    Beijing, 1 East Zone, Longjin Garden, Huilongguan, Changping District
    City
    Beijing
    Postal Code
    102208
    Country
    China
    Website
    http://bffest.com/

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  • Stop Roof Leaks Before Water Causes Damage

    Franklin, TN – Winter is near, and for many homeowners throughout Middle Tennessee, that means the potential for snow, ice, and sleet that can trigger significant roofing damage. Today, QE Roofing, a roofing contractor that services Franklin, Spring Hill, Nashville, Murfreesboro, Nolensville and Columbia offers advice and insight that may help homeowners prevent or reduce damage as temperatures plummet to subfreezing levels.

    Winter may put most people in warm spirits, but the truth is that it can get cold, even in the fairly temperate climate found in Middle Tennessee. Roofing companies across the Southeast tend to stay busy this time of year with the roofing repair services required after ice, rain, snow, and sleet have damaged a home.

    According to QE Roofing’s residential roofing repair experts, ice dams, clogged gutters, attic condensation, leaf accumulation, and damaged shingles are all serious issues that should be rectified as soon as possible. Ice dams happen during the freeze-melt-freeze cycle after snow has fallen on a roof. Snow falls in the morning, melts during the warmest part of the day, and re-freezes at night. This creates thick ridges of ice that can block water from running into a home’s gutters. Left unchecked, ice dams can push water underneath a roof’s shingles, which can cause thousands of dollars in interior damage. Homeowners should watch for ice and debris accumulation on their shingle roofs as part of their overall roof maintenance strategy.

    Clogged gutters and leaf accumulation are also a problem in the winter. Dirt, falling leaves, ice, and other debris can create clogs that have the same effect as ice dams: water under the shingles. Clearing the gutters and removing leaf debris are another important roof maintenance task that homeowners can’t ignore, no matter what month or season it is.

    Both residential and commercial roofing contractors also report that attic condensation is a problem. Since warm air rises, attics can get humid, which can cause mold, wood rot, and other issues. QE Roofing recommends proper attic ventilation.

    The key to keeping a home or business from experiencing significant damage caused by winter precipitation is to stop issues in the first place. However, when early intervention is not possible, most roofing companies recommend swift action. Homeowners are encouraged to routinely look for signs of roof leaks, which may include water dripping from the ceiling, excess condensation on ventilation fans, condensation on and around the skylights, and water stains along both interior and exterior walls.

    As a roof is a major investment and also located on the most dangerous part of your home, QE Roofing recommends calling in a professional that has the experience and equipment to identify and repair issues safely and effectively. Roofing experts from the company caution that roof issues may not always be easily visible. Roofs can be slippery and one of the last things a homeowner needs is to deal with a falling injury as the Christmas season approaches.

    Sometimes, even a professional roofing company can’t get to a permanent repair during the worst parts of winter. In this case, homeowners are advised to ask about temporary solutions, such as removing ice dams or regulating the temperature in an attic with heaters or fans.

    Ultimately, QE Roofing says that prevention is the best action here. Homeowners are encouraged to contact their roofer of choice if they are concerned about winter damage caused by ice and other precipitation.

    QE Roofing is a residential and commercial roofing contractor located in Franklin, TN. Serving Franklin, Nashville, Spring Hill, Murfreesboro, Columbia, Nolensville, Smyrna, and surrounding areas, QE Roofing’s knowledgeable and experienced technicians can help homeowners prevent and repair minor ice damage before it becomes a major problem. Visit their website at www.qeroofing.com for more information.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    QE Roofing
    Contact Name
    Austin Cowell
    Phone
    615-505-7663
    Address
    725 Cool Springs Blvd
    City
    Franklin
    State
    TN
    Postal Code
    37067
    Country
    United States
    Website
    https://www.qeroofing.com/

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  • Texas Metal Roofing: One of Dallas’s Top Roofing Companies Providing Unmatched Services in each Project

    Dallas, TX – As more people realize the value of high-quality roofing, Texas Metal Roofing stands out as one of the leading companies in the industry. Locally owned and operated for over 15 years, they have built a strong reputation for providing exceptional quality with their services in residential and commercial roofing in Dallas. Professional and reliable, they are trusted by thousands of customers for delivering their services on time and at the right cost.

    What sets them apart is their transparent pricing, meaning no hidden costs that increase over time, and their commitment to energy efficiency and environmental friendliness. They are fully insured and guarantee quality workmanship for roof installation, replacement, and repair.

    “At Texas Metal Roofing, we understand the importance of having a safe and reliable roof to protect your family or business.” Said the company representative. “That’s why all of our metal roofs are designed with superior quality materials that can withstand extreme weather conditions here in Texas.”

    A metal roof from Texas Metal Roofing is the perfect solution for any residential home. With 30 color options and a variety of shapes and styles, they can meet all of a homeowner’s needs. With such great options, clients can choose a roof that reflects their personality and perfectly suits their preferences.

    Metal roofs come with other benefits, despite being energy-efficient, which results in lower energy costs. They also require very little maintenance and can last up to 50 years or more with proper care. Due to its many advantages, Metal roofing is also becoming increasingly popular in the commercial sector. Property owners in this area can turn to Texas Metal Roofing for professional installations, as they can provide solutions for any size of business premises.

    Metal tiles are one of the most popular roofing materials in Texas. Not only are they incredibly durable and stylish, but they also provide superior thermal performance and improved indoor air quality. Texas Metal Roofing offers a variety of metal tiles in numerous colors, shapes, and sizes.

    When a disaster hits and causes damage to a property, Texas Metal Roofing can help clients with their insurance claims. Their team of experienced professionals will guide the customer through the process and provide them with invaluable advice on how to get the most out of their policy. They will inspect their client’s roof and provide a detailed report of their findings.

    Texas Metal Roofing is located at 9117 Raeford Dr, Dallas, TX, 75243, US. Clients can contact the metal roofing company at 972-632-5989 or visit the company’s website for more information.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    Texas Metal Roofing
    Contact Name
    Office Manager
    Phone
    972-632-5989
    Address
    9117 Raeford Dr
    City
    Dallas
    State
    TX
    Postal Code
    75243
    Country
    United States
    Website
    https://texasmetalroofingcompany.com/

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  • American Samaritan Launches Free Furniture Fridays at Their Denver Furniture Store

    Lakewood, COAmerican Samaritan has launched its free furniture Fridays activity that will take place at their Denver furniture store. The organization will offer free furniture pieces to in-need individuals and families that need to furnish their properties. Some of the groups they are targeting include economically challenged families, single parents, military families, elderly people, and any other individuals in need in the Denver Metro area and the Front Range.

    Each Friday they will have varied furniture pieces for selection depending on the inventory they receive from donors. The pieces may include couches, bed frames, wood table sets, leather couches, dining sets, bedroom sets, TV stands, coffee tables, and more.

    The Denver furniture store provides large and small essential household items and furniture that are gently used and can fit in homes and businesses, without breaking the bank. They have onsite staff who can help interested persons select items that are best suited for their current and future needs. The staff is knowledgeable about their inventory and can easily match clients to the items they seek.

    Households and individuals who wish to donate to this cause can contact the organization to have their unwanted furniture moved from their properties. Donors can book American Samaritan’s free furniture donation pickup and transport services online or on-call. They use professional movers for heavy furniture like pianos and adhere to all health and safety standards. The organization picks up gently used pieces that can be easily reused and has a hauling service for clients with broken or damaged furniture pieces to have them disposed of in the most environmentally friendly way possible.

    American Samaritan has a strong network of staff, donors, and beneficiaries which ensures a smooth transfer of donated items to the people that need them the most. Their staff is friendly and keen on creating a seamless experience for donors and beneficiaries. They prioritize beneficiaries’ needs to ensure the donated items are in good condition and useful to the families that take them home.

    Douglas Evans, the organizations founder had this to say about their services,

    “American Samaritan is committed to helping families back on their feet when times get tough. We have helped hundreds of families in need while saving thousands of pieces of furniture from landfill. We all need a helping hand from time to time and we’re here to bring those who need one together with those who can offer one.”

    In addition to their free furniture Fridays, American Samaritan offers other services like the sale of furniture to make money used to help needy persons and families. They accept donations in the form of vehicles, art, computers, and real estate, among others.

    American Samaritan is located at 8400 W Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO, 80215, US. Contact their staff by calling 720-841-1257 or visit the organization’s website for more information on their free furniture Fridays at their Denver furniture store.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    American Samaritan
    Contact Name
    Douglas Evans
    Phone
    (720) 841-1257
    Address
    8400 W Colfax Ave
    City
    Lakewood
    State
    CO
    Postal Code
    80215
    Country
    United States
    Website
    https://americansamaritan.net/

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  • Winnipeg Apartment Rental Company Announces Construction Of New Property

    WINNIPEG, MB: Globe Property Management, a leading property management company in Winnipeg, is delighted to announce that the construction of its latest property is underway.

    The property is located on Pembina Highway near The University of Manitoba, and it’s called The Bolt. The building will feature a total of 181 units, including 1, 2, and 3-bedroom suites. It will also have a selection of desirable amenities.

    These brand-new suites will make an ideal home for students attending the university nearby. With this new property, Winnipeg residents will now have more options when searching for a place to call home.

    For years, the population of Winnipeg has grown steadily. Hundreds of people from Ukraine have come to Manitoba in the last year. The result is an increase in the number of residents needing housing. Globe Property Management is creating 181 new units for Winnipeggers to choose from.

    Construction of The Bolt is underway, and it’s scheduled to be operational and ready for occupancy in mid-2024. Interested applicants should keep an eye on Globe’s website to see when the company will begin to accept applications.

    “We are excited to see how well construction is coming along so far,” said Ethan Morantz. “We look forward to providing residents of the area with 181 beautiful suites to choose from.”

    For residents of Winnipeg searching for a new place to live, a top concern is the quality of the building. When The Bolt is ready for occupancy, tenants can trust that the newly-constructed building will be completely up to code. The property management company will assist tenants with various perks, from routine repairs to rent payment methods.

    Globe Property Management is a leading property development and management company in Winnipeg. It specializes in creating desirable suites and providing superior maintenance services for tenants across the city. For more information about the company and the services it provides, visit its website at https://globepm.ca/.

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    Media Contact

    Company Name
    Globe Property Management
    Contact Name
    Phoenix Enterprises Ltd.
    Phone
    204-956-2233
    Address
    500 St James Street
    City
    Winnipeg
    State
    MB
    Postal Code
    R3G 3J4
    Country
    Canada
    Website
    https://www.globepm.ca/winnipeg-apartments/

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  • QC Kinetix (Westover Hills), a Regenerative Medicine Clinic in San Antonio, TX, Offers Natural Healing Alternatives to Patients With Musculoskeletal Problems

    San Antonio, TX – The past year has been a relief for San Antonio residents struggling with chronic illnesses and injuries affecting the musculoskeletal system. With the opening of QC Kinetix (Westover Hills) in 2021, many have found comfort and relief from using regenerative medicine. This pain control clinic worked hard to bring these natural healing alternatives to patients in the area with the help of its experienced team of board-certified physicians. It has since gained recognition for its commitment to holistic healing and has become one of the city’s most popular pain control clinics.

    By utilizing the extraordinary capabilities of regenerative medicine, QC Kinetix (Westover Hills) offers patients a variety of innovative therapies to reduce pain and improve mobility. These treatments stimulate the body’s natural healing process, helping to reduce inflammation and restore damaged tissue. The body can then regenerate and heal naturally, potentially reducing pain and increasing the range of motion without invasive surgery or long-term medications. Patients can also look forward to a faster recovery with these therapies, allowing them to return to their lives sooner.

    Joint pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues that San Antonio joint pain treatment addresses. Knees, shoulders, hips, ankles, and other joints can cause significant distress that impacts the ability to function normally. Orthopedic surgery has long been the traditional solution for these problems, but risk factors make it a difficult choice. However, QC Kinetix (Westover Hills)’s treatments have become a viable option for patients who want to experience a non-surgical solution that helps address joint pain naturally. These therapies improve joint function by reducing inflammation, lubricating the joints, and restoring healthy tissue without requiring surgical procedures.

    High-performance athletes have also benefited from the regenerative medicine treatments offered at QC Kinetix (Westover Hills). Professional athletes and weekend warriors can take advantage of these therapies to help them stay in peak physical condition. ACL, PCL, MCL tears, and rotator cuff injuries are just some of the sports-related injuries that the treatments have proven to help. The clinic’s procedures address the root cause of injury, reducing recovery time and the risk of future injuries, allowing athletes to push their bodies beyond what was once thought possible.

    The medical providers at QC Kinetix (Westover Hills) believe in a holistic approach to healing, and they strive to provide each patient with personalized care tailored to their specific needs. These professionals are committed to delivering the best in regenerative medicine, creating an environment where patients can relieve pain and regain a higher quality of life.

    QC Kinetix (Westover Hills) is located at 3903 Wiseman Blvd, Suite 303, San Antonio, TX, 78251, US. To schedule a consultation, contact their team at (210) 571-0318. Visit the clinic’s website to learn more about their Westover Hills office.

    Media Contact

    Company Name
    QC Kinetix (Westover Hills)
    Contact Name
    Casey Sietsema
    Phone
    (210) 571-0318
    Address
    3903 Wiseman Blvd Suite 303
    City
    San Antonio
    State
    TX
    Postal Code
    78251
    Country
    United States
    Website
    https://qckinetix.com/san-antonio/westover-hills/

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  • Pillir Releases New Insights on Business Process Transformation Methodology

    For SAP-powered enterprises looking to optimize their customer experiences and operational excellence, adopting an agile business process transformation (BPT) methodology has become critical.

    However, due to the rigidity of SAP-centric software architecture, driving agility in BPT may seem challenging.

    To help large enterprises accelerate their business process transformation in SAP-centric environments, Pillir–the leading provider of low-code supply-chain solutions–has released a comprehensive guide.

    According to Pillir, as a business starts growing, so does its need for real-time visibility, remote collaboration, and efficient management of irreplaceable supply chain disruptions. As a result, large enterprises may find it challenging to embed business process intelligence across their company.

    On top of this, because of their sheer size and scale, empowering enterprises with BPT can be a difficult undertaking for these organizations.

    However, any enterprise trying to build a more resilient and sustainable business, optimizing its business processes is inevitable, claims the company.

    “This is because dynamic markets exert evolutionary pressures on individual firms. To survive and thrive, companies need to adapt,” explains a spokesperson from Pillir. “This entails self-regulatory changes that can only be done by optimizing and creating new business processes to make the whole firm more robust against untoward market forces–and to cement its significance to the market.”

    While large businesses continuously update and enhance their digital command center as part of their BPT efforts, these centralized SAP-centric software environments lack the flexibility that users need to address their changing business specifications.

    On top of this, even though these environments can efficiently manage interconnected business processes with complicated co-dependencies, they fail to provide the higher level of customization large enterprises require, explains Pillir.

    Case in point–while 48.6% of evaluated organizations implemented their software with moderate customization and process modifications, 15.7% heavily customized their software to fit their business processes, according to a report by Panorama Consulting Group published in 2020.

    And for large enterprises with unique SAP-centric environments, software stacking and SAP modernization can be the most viable options when it comes to achieving proactive BPT by heavily customizing their digital infrastructure, explains Pillir.

    According to the company, cashing in on specialized software stacks that can cater to specific business processes in rigid SAP environments can help large companies power their BPT efforts. However, this strategy requires enterprises to integrate multiple softwares into the ERP core that can lead to an integration spree.

    On top of this, developing and operating these highly configurable software systems can be expensive, which can significantly increase the total cost of ownership (TCO).

    Pillir stresses the importance of leveraging a single BPT software to accelerate the business process transformation of a large enterprise.

    By providing no-code/low-code tools, these BPT platforms enable large enterprises to develop and continuously upgrade business applications for changing business processes on top of their current software architecture. In addition, by eliminating the need for customization from the core system, these tools provide a cleaner, easily maintainable digital core.

    In addition, by offering agility while enabling users to create custom logic, rules, and application interfaces with easy drag-and-drop functionality, high-end BPT software makes application optimization as seamless as possible–with minimal coding skill. As a result, businesses can efficiently avoid technical debt which leads to a lowered TCO.

    Moreover, because this process involves only a single LC/NC platform that modernizes the already-enabled core ERP architecture, the cost of ownership drops further, adds the company.

    Such a high-end SAP-centric BPT solution like Pillir allows users to develop mobile and web apps that work both online and offline–ensuring seamless user experience and the same workflow regardless of internet connectivity.

    Pillir’s low-code platform helps companies modernize and digitize their SAP systems 20 times faster while sustaining their legacy business process–regardless of the stage of digital transformation.

    To quote a client, “The Pillir platform is a powerful portion of our overall enterprise suite of solutions. Using their platform we’ve developed and deployed high-quality web and mobile applications that provide great usability, specific features, and capabilities that much higher-cost options typically deliver. The native, real-time, in-and-out integration to our core S/4HANA SAP transactional system is one of the key strengths of Pillir, and the speed and agility in which we can get these solutions deployed.”

    More about Pillir’s guide to different business process transformation methodologies is at https://www.pillir.io.

    Pillir
    tyler.young@pillir.io
    +1-855-277-7373
    3133 West Frye Road

    United States

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  • CCHR: Common Stimulant Prescribed to Children and Teens Has Homicidal Warning

    With increased mass shootings being reported around the country, the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International reinforces the need for toxicology testing to be conducted on perpetrators to isolate any psychotropic drug use that may have induced their committing violent acts. A common stimulant prescribed to children and teens now carries an Australian drug regulatory agency warning of homicidal thoughts, which CCHR calls upon the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and similar agencies to include and to more prominently display all aggressive side effects in psychotropic drug prescription packaging. There should be a protocol put in place in every state to monitor potential causes of violence, as more and more drug regulatory agencies warn of the drug-violence link, CCHR says.

    One of the latest warnings comes from Australia’s Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA) for the stimulant dexamfetamine (also known as dextroamphetamine), which is prescribed to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The drug–like many “ADHD” stimulants–is commonly abused, which can lead to overdose. The TGA warns that an overdose may cause “suicidal or homicidal tendencies.”[1] However, this is not addressed in the FDA’s warnings for several dexamfetamine products.[2]

    In a boxed warning, the TGA adds, “Treatment with dexamfetamine should be withdrawn in patients who develop suicidal ideation or behavior, thoughts or acts of self-harm, psychosis/mania, or worsening of aggression/violent behavior” while taking the drug.

    Abrupt cessation (withdrawal) following prolonged high dosage results in extreme fatigue and mental depression. The most severe manifestation of chronic intoxication is psychosis–which can be misdiagnosed as “schizophrenia.”

    A common “ADHD” stimulant is mixed amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. It takes about 50 hours for the drug to be excreted from the body, so during that period, consumers can be at risk of violent or aggressive behavior.[3] In 2021, U.S. prescriptions for this drug had increased to 41 million from 37 million in 2020.[4]

    CCHR says it is vital that this issue be addressed to revert a violent trend that has coincided with the proliferation of psychotropic drug consumption.

    There are at least 630 international drug regulatory agency warnings about psychiatric drugs, of which 70 warn of self-harm, suicide, or suicidal ideation and 43 about violence, mania, psychosis, hostility, aggression, or homicidal ideation.

    In several high-profile U.S. shootings, the perpetrators had been prescribed amphetamine-like stimulants, including the teen responsible for the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Florida in 2018. At one point he was labeled with “ADHD” and prescribed stimulants, which are known to cause hallucinations, behavior changes, aggression, abnormal thoughts, sudden outbursts, thoughts of suicide, and mood swings.[5]

    In August 2019, a 24-year-old opened fire outside a bar in Dayton, Ohio, killing 9 including his sister, and injuring 27 others. The county coroner reported that he’d had cocaine, the benzodiazepine alprazolam, and alcohol in his system at the time of the rampage.[6] The young adult was an admitted abuser of the stimulants several ADHD stimulants.[7]

    The FDA has received hundreds of reports of aggressive behavior in children taking stimulant drugs. Up to 20% resulted in a significant injury or hospitalization.[8]

    Violence is not limited to stimulants. In November 2005, the FDA added “homicidal ideation” as a side effect of the antidepressant venlafaxine extended-release.[9]

    The FDA’s Adverse Event Reporting System has at least 1,530 cases of homicide/homicidal ideation reported to it as linked to psychiatric drugs. The FDA admits that only 1-10% of drug side effects are reported to its MedWatch program. Taking a moderate 5%, then, the potential number of reported incidents could be as high as 30,620.[10]

    Sales of prescription stimulants reached almost $9 billion in 2012 in the U.S. alone–a more than quintuple increase since 2002, according to data from the healthcare technology and information company IMS Health (now IQVia). By 2013, more than 3.5 million American children were taking an ADHD drug.[11] In 2020, the number of 0-17 years old taking stimulants started to decline to 3.15 million, according to IQVia. However, an additional 3.24 million Americans between the ages of 25 and 44 years were taking them.[12]

    The fact that ADHD has no known etiology or medical test to confirm it makes the mass diagnosing of it even more troubling. Often normal childhood behavior is marked as ADHD, causing dissension between medical factions about its validity, especially as it was not scientifically discovered but voted to be included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) in 1987. Child psychiatrist Leon Eisenberg, an early pioneer in identifying ADHD, made a deathbed confession in 2009 that ADHD is a “fictitious” disease.[13]

    Law enforcement officers should be aware of the connection between psychotropic drugs and their suicidal and homicidal effects, which can lead to acts of violence.

    CCHR’s report Psychiatric Drugs Create Violence and Suicide draws attention to a New York Assembly Bill introduced in 2015, which had it been enacted, would have required police agencies to report certain crimes and suicides committed by a person who was using psychotropic drugs. Toxicology tests would identify which drugs are most associated with acts of violence.

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    [1] AUSTRALIAN PRODUCT INFORMATION ASPEN DEXAMFETAMINE (dexamfetamine sulfate) tablets, 15 Oct. 2021

    [2] Adderall: www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/daf/index.cfm?event=medguide.page; Dexedrine: www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/daf/index.cfm?event=medguide.page

    [3] www.healthline.com/health-news/adhd-medication-shortage-what-to-know-about-availability-of-adderall

    [4] www.healthline.com/health-news/adhd-medication-shortage-what-to-know-about-availability-of-adderall

    [5] Ritalin, Side Effects Center, www.rxlist.com/ritalin-side-effects-drug-center.htm; Adderall, Side Effects Center, www.rxlist.com/adderall-side-effects-drug-center.htm.; www.cchrint.org/2017/04/05/study-shows-long-term-use-of-adhd-drugs-ineffective-as-treatment-but-do-cause-growth-suppression/

    [6] www.cchrint.org/2021/04/20/cchr-renews-calls-for-investigation-into-psychiatric-drug-induced-mass-killings/; Dan Whitcomb, “Dayton gunman had cocaine, Xanax, alcohol in his system during attack,” Reuters, 15 Aug. 2019, www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-shooting-ohio/dayton-gunman-had-cocaine-xanax-alcohol-in-his-system-during-attack-idUSKCN1V600V; Gregory Lemos, CNN 29 Nov 2021, www.cnn.com/2021/11/29/us/connor-betts-daytona-mass-shooter/index.html

    [7] Pritha Paul, “Dayton shooter was obsessed with drugs, mental illness and Lucifer, wrote about ‘hunting’ down students,” MEAWW.com, 9 Aug. 2019, meaww.com/dayton-shooter-connor-betts-journal-recorded-thoughts-on-satanism-drugs-murder-and-mental-illness

    [8] Psychiatric Drugs Create Violence and Suicide, CCHR International, 2018, p. 9, citing: “New Warnings Urged for ADHD Drugs,” WebMD, 23 Mar. 2006; www.rxlist.com/ritalin-side-effects-drug-center.htm

    [9] “Detailed View: Safety Labeling Changes Approved By FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) – November 2005,” U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Nov. 2005

    [10] Psychiatric Drugs Create Violence & Suicide, CCHR International, 2017, p. 12, www.cchrint.org/issues/psychiatric-drugs-create-violence-suicide/

    [11] qz.com/158457/the-alarming-rise-of-adderall-in-two-charts

    [12] www.cchrint.org/psychiatric-drugs/people-taking-psychiatric-drugs/

    [13] www.cchrint.org/2022/02/14/new-diagnostic-manual-with-adhd-listed-could-turn-childhood-into-a-mental-disorder/

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