Posts by Editorial Staff
Dispatchers — They Tell You Where to Go
I receive the Milwaukee Biz Times, a publication with the latest business news for business leaders from southeast Wisconsin. The most recent issue highlighted the inaugural showcase of “Notable Executive Assistants.” The article spotlighted accomplished professionals in the region who “keep their organizations running smoothly, playing a crucial role in the success of their companies…
Read MoreNew Detroit DD13 Gen 5 Engine
The Detroit DD13, 13L engine is now available with new features and power ratings. Changes to the engine are focused around efficiency, robustness and thermal management, all of which contribute to a low total cost of ownership (TCO) and maximum uptime. The DD13 Gen 5 engine is 60 lbs. lighter than its predecessor due to…
Read MoreBeacon Funding Blog Features Resources for Equipment Financing and More
In March, Beacon Funding Corporation launched its redesigned and responsive blog at BeaconFunding.com/blog. The new section on Beacon Funding’s website provides visitors easy access to articles and videos about equipment financing. “It’s our goal to help clients be successful in each facet of their business,” said Amber Stevens, Creative Director of Beacon Funding. “From marketing…
Read MoreHONK Offers Online Transport Solution for Auto Retailers/Supports Branch Insurance
HONK Technologies has announced a new solution — On-Demand Vehicle Transports — which provides the auto retail industry with one-click, same day or advance scheduling vehicle pick-ups and deliveries. Services of the short-distance (less than 100 miles) transport solution include scalable on-demand vehicle transport, touchless vehicle delivery of newly purchased cars, Contactless service for pick-up…
Read More2021 Survivor Fund Golf Classic Raises Record Amount
The International Towing Museum announced that the 12th annual Survivor Fund Golf Classic raised just over $20,000 for the Survivor Fund — the first time in the tournament’s history that money raised exceeded $20,000. “As with most events, the 2020 tournament was cancelled due to COVID-19, so we weren’t quite sure what to expect this…
Read MoreMobile Video Computing Solutions
Mobile Video Computing Solutions (MVCSOL), which provides video telematic solutions under the CruiseCam brand name, connects vehicles to the internet and provides web-based models to help organizations manage their fleets. The company recently launched a safety campaign for 2021 and beyond during the 2021 Florida Tow Show®. The campaign focuses on forward collision avoidance and…
Read MoreBe Like Tow Mater
Most everyone in the towing industry knows the name Tow Mater or Mater from the movie Cars. Mater’s body is in the shape on an old 1950’s tow truck and he is a special character from a place called Radiator Springs. Although he may seem silly and dim-witted, he has a vast knowledge of automobiles,…
Read MoreJerr-Dan Parent Company, Oshkosh Corporation, Earns Top Honors
Jerr-Dan, an Oshkosh Corporation company [NYSE:OSK], has announced that parent company Oshkosh Corporation recently received several industry awards for the company’s ongoing ethical business practices, sustainability efforts and use of emerging and advancing digital technologies. Oshkosh was named one of Barron’s “100 Most Sustainable Companies” and has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook…
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Read MoreThere’s an App for That
I was curious about the word “app,” which is so widely-used today. It seems that whatever you’re looking for, there is an app for that. Here’s what I found for a definition: App is short for application, which is the same as a software program. While an app may refer to a program for any hardware platform,…
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