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ILIA Taps Centric PLM to Enable Growth and Navigate Supply Chain Disruptions

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3 months ago

June 19, 2024

Cosmetics company to improve data accuracy for ingredient specs and access to regulatory info

CAMPBELL, Calif., June 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Centric Software® is pleased to announce that clean cosmetics company ILIA has selected Centric PLM™ to drive efficiency to streamline growth. Centric Software provides the most innovative enterprise solutions to plan, formulate, develop, procure, manufacture and sell consumer goods products such as cosmetics & personal care, food & beverage, fashion and multi-category retail to achieve strategic and operational digital transformation goals.

With Centric PLM we can catalog product information in a standardized manner and readily access ingredient data. We’ll have visibility into parts of the process that we don’t today.

Headquartered in Laguna Beach, California and established in 2011, ILIA Beauty is a leader in the clean beauty space. Founder Sasha Plavsic sought to recreate a favorite lip balm with safe and effective ingredients. The line has expanded to include a broader range of cosmetics for lips, eyes and skin. Products are sold via branded websites in the US, Canada and the UK. Distribution is also through wholesale and retail partners like Sephora, Space NK and Oh My Cream.

The company has experienced rapid growth. Chief Operating Officer Karl Trepanier says, “We’re widely distributed in Europe so we must comply with the EU regulations. When considering new markets that have varying and rigorous legislative requirements, we need to have a much better handle on everything related to the composition of our products, ingredients, formulations and packaging materials to meet environmental regulations in those markets.”

Ten different functions within the company created a ‘wish list.’ The selection team evaluated the vendors under consideration, checking off the boxes which had to do with bringing value, categorizing information, cosmetics regulation, formulation software and so on. “The vetting exercise took at least six months before finally landing on Centric so easily,” says Trepanier. “Centric PLM met the greatest number of criteria, had the most user-friendly interface and a cohesive workflow approach to how we already go about developing products.”

“Another point in Centric’s favor is the connector to FoodChain ID/Decernis, the global food safety and regulatory data company, which we plan to use in our compliance process to replace shared drives, spreadsheets and manual data entry,” adds Trepanier.

Performing a cosmetics ingredients check is incredibly time consuming and data can be missed while searching in various places for information. Consumer inquiries or regulatory bodies asking for proof of compliance requires fast action. Says Tranpanier, “We need to quickly and confidently access any data related to ingredients. This is the new reality of managing our business.”

“With Centric PLM we can catalog product information in a standardized manner and readily access ingredient data. We’ll have visibility into parts of the process that we don’t today.”

Trepanier’s advice to other companies: “For anybody considering PLM implementation, it’s a significant change management project. It must be taken on as such from the CEO on down, to make PLM successful and have it become the way-of-working for the company going forward. We know we have the best partner in Centric Software to take this on.”

CEO of Centric Software Chris Groves says, “We are honored that ILIA has selected Centric PLM. Our consumer goods expertise and functionality in the cosmetics space, including the regulatory piece, are important to this growing global company and we look forward to our continued association.”

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ILIA Beauty is a skin-centric beauty brand that led the evolution of clean beauty, creating safe, efficacious products that defy the conventions of the category. Founded by Sasha Plavsic in Laguna Beach, California, ILIA’s thoughtful range of products are meticulously-crafted, prioritizing exceptional formulas that combine high performance with skin-loving benefits. Since 2011, the brand has brought innovative, cult-favorite products to market, such as the Super Skin Serum Tint SPF 40 and Limitless Lash Mascara, that seamlessly blend efficacy, ethics, and innovation.

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Zentera Systems Sponsors Zero Trust Architecture Implementation Summit, Showcasing Industry-Leading Zero Trust Strategies

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1 min ago

September 22, 2024

Top Cybersecurity Experts Unite in Taiwan to Share Real-World Zero Trust Solutions and Strategies

MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Zentera Systems, Inc., the leader in Zero Trust Security for the digitally-transformed enterprise, today announced that it is co-sponsoring and co-hosting the Zero Trust Architecture Implementation Summit in conjunction with Taiwan National University of Science and Technology. The event will take place on October 3, 2024, at the Renaissance Taipei Hotel, and will bring together top cybersecurity leaders to explore evolving challenges and practical strategies for implementing Zero Trust architecture.

The event will feature a special keynote by Dr. Chase Cunningham (also known as “Dr. Zero Trust“) – a cybersecurity advisor to the U.S. government, former Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester, and a consultant on the NIST SP800-207 Zero Trust Architecture. Dr. Cunningham will be speaking on “From Revelation to Application: New Cyber Threats and the Realities of Zero Trust Implementation,” sharing his extensive experience and insights on implementing Zero Trust security. Having played a critical role in the development of the Zero Trust framework from its inception, Dr. Cunningham will help businesses and organizations understand the key challenges they may encounter during the planning and deployment process, along with the strategies and actions they should take to ensure their security frameworks are robust, effective, and adaptable to the ever-evolving cyber threats.

Dr. Jaushin Lee, Founder and CEO of Zentera Systems, will also present “From Theory to Practice: How to Make the Zero Trust Goal Actionable and Attainable.” Lee will also moderate a panel featuring industry experts, including Robert Jin, CISO at ASUS Group, and Thomas Wan, General Manager at Ernst & Young Management Consulting Co., and Dr. Ying-Dar Lin, Deputy Director of the National Institute for Cyber Security (NICS). The panel will discuss strategies for successful Zero Trust implementation across various industries.

“As cybersecurity threats to Taiwanese industries intensify, Zero Trust offers an indispensable framework to secure digital assets. At Zentera, we are committed to providing the tools and insights necessary to help companies achieve real-world Zero Trust implementation,” said Jaushin Lee. “We are proud to contribute to this summit and help businesses transform Zero Trust theory into practice.”

The Zero Trust Architecture Implementation Summit promises to provide actionable insights for organizations looking to enhance their cybersecurity posture. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge from real-world case studies and expert discussions on overcoming the challenges of Zero Trust adoption.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders. Register now for insights that will transform your Zero Trust strategy. To learn more about how Zentera’s solutions can transform your Zero Trust journey, visit our web site.

About Zentera Systems, Inc.

Zentera Systems is the leader in Zero Trust Security solutions for the digitally-transformed enterprise. Founded by experts in networking, security, and remote access, the company offers award-winning Zero Trust networking, security, and multi-cloud connectivity that overlays any fragmented infrastructure and deploys rapidly on premises or in the cloud. Global enterprises use Zentera’s products to secure employee and third-party access, protect against data leaks, and instantly defend applications in complex hybrid and IT/OT environments. The Silicon Valley-based company has received numerous recognitions, including Cool Vendor for Cloud Security by Gartner.

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DANAconnect and eSource Capital Launch PayrollTrace for Digital Payroll Compliance

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3 hours ago

September 22, 2024

PayrollTrace is an innovative, secure platform for paperless payroll receipt delivery, ensuring regulatory compliance and real-time traceability.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — DANAconnect, the leading company in automated business communications, in collaboration with eSource Capital, a prominent Google Cloud Partner in Latin America, announce the launch of PayrollTrace, an innovative platform designed for the secure and efficient digital delivery of payroll receipts, ensuring regulatory compliance and complete traceability in every transaction.

Paul Kienholz, CEO of DANAconnect, highlighted: “PayrollTrace is the next step in automating critical business processes, enabling companies to eliminate paper and manage payroll receipt deliveries with full confidence and transparency, while ensuring regulatory compliance.”

PayrollTrace automates the delivery of payroll receipts through multiple channels, including email and SMS, completely eliminating the use of paper or reliance on email. This solution not only simplifies human resources processes but also ensures regulatory compliance with verifiable technical reports that allow companies to manage and audit receipt deliveries in real time.

Juan Aguilera Franceschi, Managing Partner at eSource Capital, added: “Our partnership with DANAconnect allows us to offer companies in the region a robust solution that optimizes payroll management. PayrollTrace provides the security and flexibility companies need to manage payments efficiently and sustainably.”

The partnership between DANAconnect and eSource Capital combines DANAconnect’s strength in omnichannel business communications with eSource Capital’s expertise in cloud digital transformation. Together, they aim to provide businesses across the Americas with a comprehensive solution that not only optimizes payroll delivery but also ensures compliance with local regulations, guaranteeing that every transaction is backed by complete audits.

About DANAconnect

DANAconnect is a North American company and a leader in communication automation for financial companies through its omnichannel platform. It sends communications to more than 10% of the population of the Americas every month, ensuring secure deliveries, traceability, and large-scale regulatory compliance.

About eSource Capital

eSource Capital is a leading Google Cloud partner in Latin America, specializing in digital transformation and cloud solutions. With a focus on Google Workspace and Google Cloud, eSource Capital helps companies optimize their operations in the digital environment.

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Siemon Announces Optical Patching Solutions for GenAI Networks Using NVIDIA Accelerated Computing

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9 hours ago

September 22, 2024

Siemon announces it is offering its full range of optical patching solutions to work specifically with NVIDIA AI infrastructure for generative AI networks.

WATERTOWN, Conn., Sept. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Siemon Company, a global leader in network infrastructure solutions, today announced it is offering its full range of optical patching solutions to work specifically with NVIDIA AI infrastructure for generative AI networks. Large complex GPU clusters can benefit from using structured cabling patch panels versus point-to-point cabling. Siemon acts as a trusted advisor to customers by providing expert advice and best practice recommendations for design & deployment of NVIDIA AI Infrastructure.

“Siemon is very familiar with NVIDIA reference architectures and has worked with many customers to design and deploy NVIDIA clusters… Siemon offers a full range of AI-ready fiber cabling, DAC, and AOC solutions that support 400G, 800G, and 1.6T applications.”

As part of the solution integration, Siemon has joined the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) as a Solution Advisor Consultant. NPN Solution Advisor Consultants provide consultation services and expert advice to customers looking to implement NVIDIA-based solutions or technologies. Siemon joins the network to offer its expertise in addressing the unique infrastructure and cabling challenges presented by accelerated computing.

NVIDIA optical reach specifications are calculated assuming two optical patch panels are used in the link and assuming each employ two optical connectors, which makes for a total allowance of four optical connectors in the link. The Siemon optical patching solutions meet NVIDIA requirements and provide customers with flexibility and ease of management.

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Brian Baum, Siemon, 1 8609454200, brian_baum@siemon.com

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