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There have since been videos to emerge showing Neymar’s arrival at a hospital in Fortazela, and the Barcelona forward was clearly distraught, already well aware of the severity of the situation.

His face covered in despair, Neymar is wheeled into the hospital with drip protruding from his arm; an image that would have reduced numerous fans to tears across Brazil

Neymar has a broken vertebra. He will be out for four to six weeks meaning that he will miss the rest of the World Cup and will have to watch it at home or in the hospital as the case may be..

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The Taraba State Police Command on Friday confirmed the arrest of eight persons in connection with the killings in Sardauna Local Government Area of the state.

The State Commissioner of Police, Mr  Yunana Babas, also told newsmen in Jalingo that 18 persons had been confirmed dead while several villages were destroyed.

While the commissioner added that the terrain had made access to the area difficult to determine the exact level of damage, Daily Trust quoted locals in the area as saying that more bodies were being recovered after the attack.

It was gathered that soldiers visited Mayo Ndaga and Dorofi Gbamga, in the early hours of Friday, where a number of corpses were recovered.

Those trapped and the injured were brought to Gembu, headquarters of the local government area, and are being given medical attention while camps have been set up for displaced persons.

It is understood that the attacks came simultaneously and continued for days with Militiamen believed to be from Mambilla invading several villages and settlements across the Mambilla plateau, killing many people and set houses ablaze.

It started in the evening of Saturday, June 17 when the militia attempted to invade Ngouroge town but were timely blocked by soldiers from the 20 Battalion, Serti.

However, it was gathered that they moved towards Gembu, headquarters of the local government, and attacked a settlement near Likitaba village and killed some people including their cows.

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Antoine Griezmann has confirmed that he will stay at Atletico Madrid this summer.

Antoine Griezmann had been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United, having previously rated his chances of joining the club as “six out of 10.”

However, any potential switch was made more complicated after the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld a ban preventing Atletico from registering new players.

“The ruling of the CAS has come through. Atletico cannot recruit. With my sporting advisor, Eric Olhats, we decided to stay,” the striker said.

“It’s a hard time for the club. It would be a dirty move to leave now. We talked to the leaders and we will be back for next season.”

Atletico, along with Real Madrid, were handed two-window transfer bans in January 2016 for multiple breaches of global football’s rules on the registration of Under-18s and both clubs failed in their appeals to FIFA last September.

Griezmann, who has a release clause in his contract set at €100m (£87m), scored 26 goals in 53 appearances for Atletico this past season.

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True Grit Review

500 Days Of Film Reviews True Grit And Finds A Humorous And Moving Western With Added Grrr…

After the cold-blooded murder of her father, fourteen year old Mattie Ross (Hailee Steinfeld) decides to hire a US Marshal to track down his killer -  the coward Tom Chaney (Josh Brolin).

She enlists the help of drunken Marshal, Rooster Cogburn (Jeff Bridges) and, despite his objections, joins him in a dangerous manhunt through Indian territory.

Her father’s killing is not the only crime that Chaney has committed, however. He is wanted for the murder of another man and Texas Ranger LeBoeuf (Matt Damon) is also tracking him down.

Mattie must get there first to honour her father and her family.

Is It Any Good?

I loved this film and I am not a huge western fan.

I am a big Cohen brothers fan, however, and this movie has their awesome fingerprints all over it.

The writing is superb - the  script feels true to the time and is beautifully formal and wonderful to hear. A word of warning. I could only understand about 60% of what Jeff Bridges said. Growly just isn't in it.

I know that this caused some frustration with audiences but I always more than got the gist.

Bridges' portrayal of Rooster Cogburn is fabulous. He is tough, dirty, drunken and did I mention the growly? Yet he is also hugely engaging, sympathetic and, at times, plain hilarious.

Hailee Steinfeld is superb as Mattie - who, despite her youth, is more than a match for the adults that surround her. She is a formidable character and not one to be underestimated.

I also loved Matt Damon’s LeBoeuf - he plays this ridiculous character so, so well - with heart and humour.

True Grit is beautifully shot - there are incredibly cinematic wide open spaces. The environment is tough and cold but gorgeous nonetheless.

True Grit is a film that I didn’t expect to like as much as I did. No, I didn’t like it - I loved it from the opening scenes to its emotional ending.

Random Observations

This film is an adaption of the 1968 novel by Charles Portis. It was famously made into a film in 1969 starring John Wayne. I am ashamed to admit that I haven’t read the source novel or watched the original film and so I cannot say how similar or different this version is.

Having watched the trailer for the John Wayne film, I am quite tempted to give it a watch to see how the two compare.

Here are the two film trailers - isn't it interesting to see how trailers have developed over the years!

True Grit - John Wayne 1968

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500 Days Of Film Reviews George Amponsah’s Film, The Hard Stop

In August 2011, 29 year-old Mark Duggan was shot and killed whilst being arrested by armed police in Tottenham.

The incident ignited a riot that escalated into a week of the worst civil unrest seen in recent British history.

Amponsah’s documentary follows two of Mark Duggan’s childhood friends, Marcus and Kurtis, for two years. We watch them struggle with their grief and, in the aftermath of the violence, try to move forward.

Is It Any Good?

I was abroad in 2011 when the riots started in Tottenham. It was a shock to see the anger, violence and destruction take hold.

However, as is often the case in today’s world of 24 hour rolling news, the real reason for the riots soon became lost.

Amponsah’s stylish documentary provides a fascinating and illuminating account of that time. It is also deeply moving as it focuses on the facts surrounding Mark Duggan’s death, observes a community's grief and explores the lasting impact of the riots.

At the beginning of The Hard Stop, Marcus is facing imprisonment. He is accused of orchestrating the riots in Tottenham - an allegation seemingly confirmed by CCTV footage. When faced with such evidence, he can only explain that he “just lost it”.

Martin Luther King said (and the film uses this quotation) "a riot is the language of the unheard". Watching The Hard Stop, this sense of frustration and powerlessness is all too clear.

I can’t imagine how hard it must be to lose a loved one in such a tragic and controversial manner. However, the riots led to five deaths and £200m of property damage. How can this be the answer?

Crucially, the documentary shows Marcus and Kurtis' disgust at how the riots were exploited by people seeking to use Mark Duggan's death for mindless violence and looting.

This was not their intention. Their instinct, while borne of an anger never condoned by the film, was to protest the death of their lifelong friend and challenge the toxic relationship between their community and its police force.

The Hard Stop also provides an illuminating insight into the 'real' Mark Duggan (as opposed to the media construct). Both Marcus and Kurtis remain close to Duggan’s family and, as a result, we hear from Duggan’s widow and see the impact on his young children.

It is heartbreaking.

However, The Hard Stop is not a film without hope. Kurtis is endlessly admirable in his determination to find a job and provide for his family.

Meanwhile, on release from jail a visibly changed Marcus decides to become a mentor to young kids - determined to help them achieve a better future.

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A hard stop is a tactic used by the police in circumstances where they believe a person in a car is a danger to the public. The police use their own vehicles to box the suspect's car in - after which point they can then make an arrest.

In January 2014, an inquest found that Mark Duggan had been lawfully killed. The jury concluded that Duggan had a gun in the taxi with him before it was stopped and that the likelihood was he had thrown the weapon onto a grassy area as soon as the car was subjected to the hard stop.

This verdict was, of course, deeply upsetting news for Duggan's family and supporters. However, in October 2015, the family was given permission to appeal against the High Court's decision.

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A 30-year-old man was struck by a train Sunday night at the Tipton Street crossing in La Porte, according to the La Porte Police Department.

Police responded to the Tipton Street crossing at approximately 6:40 p.m. Sunday.

When they arrived, they found Michael Cox, who was visibly upset. He said he and Joshua Gearhart crossed the railroad tracks in front of the train, but could not find Gearhart.

Officers searched the area and located Gearhart's body.

According to the investigation, Cox and Gearhart were at Mickey's Tavern that night and they shared two pitchers of beer.

After they left, Cox said he was on the phone with a friend and crossed the tracks in front of the train.

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They told police if he had not hesitated, they thought he would have made it.

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An app a day: Enabling the digital doctor

By fusing innovative digital solutions with existing healthcare knowledge, organizations are developing cost-effective ways to engage patients and deliver care.

“Wait—are you playing my video game?!?”

Billy was shocked at the prospect of sharing his game console with his grandmother, Maria. In fact, Maria was monopolizing the gaming system—but not to shoot space aliens. Instead, she was using it to interact with her healthcare team from her living room couch.

The 71-year-old grandmother with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was receiving real-time advice from her healthcare provider on how to use her new inhaler. Maria then slipped on her Bluetooth-enabled pulse oximeter to measure the saturation level of oxygen in her blood and instantly transmitted the results to her doctor, who communicated his satisfaction. The whole experience took only minutes, and Maria was back to her routine without the time and expense associated with a visit to the clinic.

By fusing innovative digital solutions with existing healthcare knowledge, communications and high-tech companies and the health industry could, in the not-too-distant future, make this kind of virtual healthcare interaction a reality in the United States by developing cost-effective ways to engage patients and deliver care virtually anytime, anywhere. For their part, leading communications and high-tech players are offering a growing range of potentially groundbreaking solutions that address some of the healthcare industry’s greatest challenges. By targeting patients and providers with cloud-based application portfolios as well as with breakthroughs in using infrastructure in healthcare, the industry seeks to cut medical costs while improving delivery quality and patient outcomes.

While the terrain remains largely uncharted, the prospects for healthcare and high-tech companies to unlock massive amounts of clinical value are significant.

While the playing field is already large and rapidly growing larger, communications and high-tech firms in the United States are pursuing several different application groups that promise major payoffs when fully implemented.

  1. Virtual health. Providers are already combining video technologies with virtual clinician services in a trend that continues to gain acceptance worldwide. Patients can connect with doctors via smart devices for a video chat or virtual visit, in the process entering information about their condition that special apps immediately transmit to the care provider.

    Clinical triage tools analyze the information to determine if the condition warrants an online visit. If it does, a physician can diagnose the problem, recommend treatment and prescribe medication, immediately sending the script to the patient’s pharmacy. Virtual health technologies offer patients greater convenience by providing timely access to care at home, in the workplace or virtually anywhere else.

  2. Healthcare in the cloud. Health organizations eager to stay current with the pace of digital change need access to the latest infrastructure, platform and software solutions. In many cases, this requires a “pay-as-you-go” approach involving IT delivery models where the hardware and software reside remotely on the cloud.

Healthcare in the cloud. Health organizations eager to stay current with the pace of digital change need access to the latest infrastructure, platform and software solutions. In many cases, this requires a “pay-as-you-go” approach involving IT delivery models where the hardware and software reside remotely on the cloud.
Healthcare providers can deploy their own solutions or purchase third-party software or end-to-end capabilities on demand

  1. Virtual health display. In a joint project, Philips Digital Accelerator Lab and Accenture Technology Labs are testing a Google Glass virtual display system, which is designed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of surgical procedures. The system displays the patient’s vital signs through a head-mounted unit, giving the surgeon hands-free access to critical clinical information without having to look away from the procedure.

    This technology could also be used when the patient and physician are not in close proximity, potentially providing the doctor with important patient information at the corner of his or her eye.

The major players

A number of leading communications and high-tech companies are already dedicating core assets and capabilities to solving some of healthcare’s most pressing problems. For example, Microsoft’s HealthVault gives consumers access to more than 140 health-related apps and connects to 226 different kinds of medical devices, from blood pressure monitors to glucose meters. It also enables users to upload their medical images, including X-rays, MRIs and ultrasounds.

HealthVault offers a wide array of solutions under one umbrella, including everything from wellness apps to chronic disease management plans. Meanwhile, technology company Verizon has repurposed its cloud and mobility capabilities to launch an FDA-approved remote patient-monitoring solution. Its Converged Health Management platform enables patients to use biometric devices to automatically transmit patient data through a wireless connection to a secure server that resides in Verizon’s HIPAA-ready cloud.

AT&T has developed technology that gives medical professionals instant access to review patient diagnostic images, enabling radiologists to see more patients, reduce their long-term technology costs and thus boost profitability. The solution also allows hospital networks to manage medical images centrally and collaborate efficiently with other institutions, physicians and radiologists.

Communications hardware provider Qualcomm offers Qualcomm Life, based on its FDA-listed 2net hub and platform. With this solution, users can capture biometric data and deliver it to designated portals, sharing medical data across a wide spectrum of care situations. Likewise, Cisco HealthPresence software enables providers to deliver care to distant patients by integrating high-definition video, advanced audio, third-party medical devices and collaboration tools.

Similarly, a number of startups are maneuvering to upend healthcare business models by delivering physical solutions directly to patients. VGo Communications, for example, has developed a robotic telepresence solution with remote-controlled mobility capabilities. The robot acts as a physician’s avatar, enabling doctors to make virtual patient rounds across multiple sites without really being there.

A variety of smartphone apps and wearable recording devices work behind the scenes to assess whether users requires medical intervention.

In other cases, a variety of smartphone apps and wearable recording devices powered by sophisticated communications and advanced health analytics work behind the scenes to assess whether users require medical intervention. For example, employs predictive models developed by the MIT Media Lab to catch subtle changes in an individual’s behavior via apps on his or her mobile phone. The technology enables doctors to assess the patient’s physical and mental well-being, predict potential future issues and, if necessary, reach out to him or her for treatment.

Barriers to innovation

Every industry has unique requirements and challenges, but healthcare’s many regulations and multiple stakeholders can make it an uncommonly hard nut to crack. And that distinction can be challenging for communications and high-tech companies as they attempt to deploy their service delivery and network technologies in pursuit of healthcare innovation.

Developing effective health solutions will pose a variety of significant challenges. Here are three of the biggest.

  • Rapid integration. The list of digital healthcare solutions that require seamless and rapid integration is long and growing. It includes everything from connected electronic medical records to high-speed Internet devices to gaming-based gateways. Other essentials involve core IT infrastructure components like the cloud and security, along with mobile biometric devices and advanced analytics.

    Integration is the critical catalyst required to create a common virtual interaction space between patients and their providers. Achieving rapid integration requires organizations to work across many different systems, platforms, technologies, regulations and stakeholders. This is not an easy proposition, given a typical healthcare organization’s IT environment and patient access points, and companies need to ensure that any changes or data generated are replicated through these various systems as intended and do not interrupt workflows and other processes.

  • Healthcare talent. To be successful in the healthcare space, companies must acquire an in-depth understanding of the industry’s business side and the underlying processes that each solution will touch. That means bringing people on board with deep expertise in different industry domains, including care management, disease management, population health management, clinician productivity, patient throughput and provider networks.

    Beyond technical knowledge, understanding the industry’s language, culture, concerns, intricacies and bottom-line imperatives will also help players position their solutions for success.

  • FDA regulation. Given healthcare’s central role in promoting public well-being, the industry faces stringent regulatory oversight in the US market. In some cases, even wellness-focused technology solutions fall under both state and federal regulations. At the center of the oversight structure is the US Food and Drug Administration, which regulates the use of medical devices and connected data systems, and its approval or clearance processes can be daunting. Consequently, communications and high-tech players should not underestimate the amount of time and effort required to navigate these regulatory hurdles.

Go-to-market strategies

Beyond building health industry expertise and insights, communications and high-tech companies should also determine the most effective go-to-market strategies. Success will require balancing the goal of capturing the maximum value possible against the time required to extract that value. Companies have a spectrum of options to explore in this area, ranging from building a dedicated business to collaborating with other players in order to share both risks and rewards.

  • Build a greenfield healthcare business. In this case, a communications and high-tech player sets up a dedicated healthcare team and provides it with the required resources and funding. However, rather than simply fitting out a new, standard-issue business unit, firms should aspire to create a startup environment attuned to powering healthcare innovations rapidly through to commercialization. That means compensating employees in ways that encourage risk taking and building differentiated solutions.

    The parent company, meanwhile, provides the necessary administrative support, makes available specialists who intimately understand the core technologies in play and, most important, establishes the governance policies required to guide the healthcare team. One example of this approach is the above-mentioned Qualcomm Life, a subsidiary of Qualcomm.

  • Forge strategic partnerships with healthcare companies. Tech players can partner with healthcare organizations to accelerate the development and commercial rollout of innovative solutions. Such relationships clearly make sense for both sides, since healthcare leaders endeavoring to boost the efficiency and effectiveness of their organizations usually crave the potential leaps technical innovations promise.

    Teaming with communications and high-tech companies allows healthcare players to apply their clinical expertise and best practices to achieve true patient-centered healthcare. Zipnosis, an online diagnosis and treatment option for certain health conditions, could not have launched its business without partnering in 2009 with Minnesota-based heathcare system Park Nicollet to provide services to the provider’s patients. Today, Zipnosis has a partnership with Fairview Health Services and other providers, whose patients pay $25 for each diagnosis.

  • Partner with other tech companies. Given the complexities involved, instances will arise when no single communications and high-tech company has the underlying assets and know-how it needs to develop and commercialize market-leading healthcare solutions. Partnering with other tech companies can be the answer.

    In forming a healthcare analytics company, one tech giant contributed software and platform expertise that complemented another leading tech manufacturer’s knowledge of healthcare-related business and clinical processes. This melding of capabilities enabled the partners to achieve superior health management and care coordination. What’s more, it freed resources from both organizations that they could focus exclusively on the healthcare industry, and allowed them to attract talent with the necessary healthcare experience.

What will it take for the Marias of the future to benefit from the successful virtual health experience described above (besides her grandson’s game console, that is)? An extraordinary portfolio of connected technologies, built by communications and high-tech companies and health organizations working together—repurposing gaming consoles, developing patient remote monitoring systems, establishing technical support for virtual consultations, providing tele-assistance, offering cloud capabilities to store medical data and using mobile platforms to create telemedicine solutions for patients with chronic conditions.

The solutions needed to create a rich virtual health encounter often span the entire high-tech playbook

Meeting the health needs of today’s aging populations requires the kind of out-of-the-box thinking this collaboration epitomizes. What’s more, the solutions needed to create a rich virtual health encounter often span the entire high-tech playbook.

Communications and high-tech companies clearly have opportunities to accelerate the development of connected healthcare solutions and then pilot and commercialize the most compelling offerings. However, achieving the required levels of impact and credibility will take time. Sales cycles are long, and winning the regulatory approvals required for patient-facing solutions can take years. As a result, success usually requires multiple steps taken over time.

The prize should nonetheless be worth it: Tech companies can play a key enabling role in helping the healthcare industry overcome some of its most intractable hurdles and deliver the levels of care patients need today.

Bringing digital doctors to emerging markets.

Virtual health innovations are a natural fit in developed markets, where smartphones, digitally savvy consumers and strong communications infrastructure abound. But companies can apply these solutions around the world. In fact, given the scarcity of healthcare resources and the often huge distances separating rural patients from providers, emerging markets are fertile ground for these technologies.

In India, Healthpoint Services India offers medicine, diagnostic tools and advanced telemedical services to the country’s rural populations. Africa has also been a rich source of innovation in this area, with recent solutions focusing on the management side of the healthcare equation. Rwanda, for example, employs TRACnet, a web-based app users can access via mobile phones and computers to track HIV indicators from the field. The system provides information for each of the country’s HIV and AIDS programs, including its status, patient load and drug supply levels.

In Kenya, a locally developed app allows residents to screen doctors or clinics to determine whether they are genuine. Users send text messages to receive up-to-date lists of licensed medical professionals and approved hospitals. Uganda’s mTrac app allows managers to track clinic medical supplies in a country where more than 5,000 health facilities serve nearly 35 million people. The system gathers and codes information, presenting health officials with real-time reports.

About the authors

Sumit Banerjee leads the Communications industry group within Accenture Management Consulting. He is based in Washington, D.C

Ravi Chanmugam leads the Healthcare industry group within Accenture Management Consulting in North America. He is based in New York.

Manesh Samtani is a senior principal in Accenture’s Healthcare Strategy group. He is based in Boston.


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Digital insurance: Automated data capture drives efficiency and enables growth

An accurate digital data set enables the levers of market growth, customer retention and profitability.

Data collection has been at the heart of insurance business processes since the birth of the industry. As insurers advance into the digital age, they need to reevaluate how they access their data, especially the rich information they have stored on paper forms. In particular, it is becoming imperative for them to move from expensive and time-consuming manual data capture to automated processes.

Many steps are needed before the rich rewards of big data can be reaped; of these, choosing the right data capture method for an insurance organization is one of the most important. Best-fit technology yields the best results. Tools and methodologies insurers might consider as part of their data capture solution include:

Word recognition technologies

Three primary technologies are commonly used to convert images or PDFs of static documents containing typed or handwritten text into machine-encoded text: Optical character recognition (OCR), intelligent word recognition (IWR) and intelligent character recognition (ICR). Some of these technologies have existed for many years, and have been consistently improved over that time.

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In order to achieve high accuracy rates, companies must spend a significant amount of effort and resources configuring and optimizing the technologies for each and every type of form to which the technology is applied. Even then, a significant amount of manual quality review and data entry capacity is required.

Application of text recognition technologies

Recognition technology is often integrated with document management systems (DMS) and more broadly, enterprise content management (ECM) systems. ECMs have enabled certain global insurance firms to overhaul their entire legacy system and business information communications throughout every level of their enterprise.

While ECMs can improve a company’s IT infrastructure and increase efficiency, they are seldom the best single solution for data capture. Implementation can be expensive and time-consuming. However, today’s leading-edge technology providers can equip insurers with reliable, cost-effective data capture and transformation software that achieves extremely high accuracy levels and requires relatively little integration.

Mobile data capture

With mobile data capture (MDC), users take images of documents using a camera-equipped mobile device. The image data is sent to a data capture server that extracts the information stored in the image.

MDC is flexible, scalable, and increases speed while significantly decreasing the operating costs associated with data capture. It can be used effectively as the platform of a digital-first capture strategy; data is entered on the device and moves directly into a back-end system.

Crowdsourcing and machine learning

The merging of human and artificial intelligence is an approach to data capture that is at once flexible and scalable. Software alone, while far-reaching in its abilities to capture information from static sources, cannot accurately contextualize data. That ability remains a function of human intelligence. Crowdsourcing can thus be used to significantly enhance data capture software.

Data as a service

Data-as-a-service (DaaS) solutions such as those from Captricity make captured data available in a record that can be viewed and downloaded from a secure website or imported directly into existing CRM and ERP systems and statistical analysis tools. All interactions with the product occur via a web browser, agent, or application process interface (API).

The right approach: Man + machine

The right data capture approach can help insurers create value by reducing back-office costs. The automation of manual data entry tasks (e.g., forms processing) has the potential, in addition to decreasing costs, of increasing operational efficiencies and improving response times to customer queries.

A man + machine approach can quickly, inexpensively and accurately provide the structured data needed for analytics-driven insights, which in turn are critical to success in today’s marketplace. Such an approach combines advanced machine computing and analytics with the superior contextual recognition powers of the human brain to accurately recognize printed and handwritten text and transform it to structured digital data.


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GRTgaz: Establishing an agile, scalable IT infrastructure with Accenture Cloud Platform

Accenture helped GRTgaz lower its operating costs by 30 percent and greatly improve efficiencies by establishing an agile, scalable IT infrastructure using Accenture Cloud Platform.

Client profile

GRTgaz is the leading natural gas transmission system operator in France and one of the largest in Europe.
The company owns and operates the longest high-pressure natural gas transmission network in Europe. It also provides assessment and consulting services in the field of gas transmission in Europe, as well as other parts of the world.

To ensure optimum safety, reliability and cost effectiveness, GRTgaz delivers natural gas to clients directly connected to its transmission network. Major customers include industrial users, power plants that use natural gas to produce electricity, public distribution networks, and neighboring transmission networks.

The company’s customer relationship management (CRM), metering, billing and invoicing applications are critical to secure their revenues while taking into account the new regulations every year. However, GRTgaz was facing challenges in maintaining and testing its business-critical applications. Key issues included high IT costs due to use of physical data center infrastructure for part-time testing, low availability of testing environments, poor service levels, and inefficiency when provisioning new environments.

GRTgaz set out on a journey to shorten release cycles, improve application availability and service levels, and reduce IT infrastructure costs.

GRTgaz selected Accenture to manage its testing environments, based on Accenture’s track record of successfully delivering system integration and application outsourcing projects for the company since 2009.
CEOs, CFOs and COOs recognize that their organizations must get fit and stay fit to compete amid several disruptive changes, such as rising costs, globalization and competition. It’s not about just cutting cost, success comes from reinvesting those savings in activities that will drive competitive advantage and revenue growth.

The scope included 15 applications across CRM, metering, billing and invoicing functions.

To reduce IT infrastructure spend and improve service levels, Accenture proposed moving GRTgaz’s testing environments from the company’s data center to public cloud hosted on the Accenture Cloud Platform (ACP)—a centralized management control framework for brokering, orchestrating, managing, and governing enterprise cloud solutions.

The Accenture team implemented the cloud solution using its Global Delivery Network—with resources from the Delivery Center in Nantes, France, collaborating with experienced ACP professionals from the US.

The company was also able to increase environment availability from 54 percent to 90 percent—a 34 point increase in availability, and significantly shortened the release cycle for its commercial applications by reducing the time taken to provision testing environments from 8–12 weeks to approximately 10 days. Due to Accenture’s involvement in driving the company’s infrastructure management and application development and maintenance, it has achieved 20 percent faster incident resolution during user acceptance testing phases and improved overall service levels. Encouraged by the successful migration of its testing environments on ACP, GRTgaz has subsequently migrated its development environments to the new infrastructure. The company is now considering moving its production environments to this platform, as well.
With Accenture’s help, GRTgaz was able to lower operational IT costs by 30 percent by leveraging cloud-based infrastructure for its testing environments.


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Anne Collier (2017)

Anne Collier (2017)

Anne Collier
You only tell me you love me when you're drunk., 2017
C Print
13.1 x 16.5 inches
(33.27 x 41.91 cm)
Edition of 20 + 5 APs + 1 Artist Test Proof NSF
Courtesy of the artist and Anton Kern Gallery, New York

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Artwork size: 16.5 x 13.0625 inches, mounted to 1/8" Dibond

7/16 inch Face x 1 3/8 inch Maple Frame, Pure White Opaque Finish on fillet/spacer (direct fit)
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3/8 inch basswood strainer with cleat
Final framed outer dimensions 13.5625 x 17 x 1.375 inches

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The Best Automatic Soap Dispensers Reviewed in 2017

Best Automatic Soap Dispensers

An automatic soap dispenser doles out a given controlled amount of soap solution. Its main function is to conserve the amount of soap used and eliminate the chances of spreading contagious diseases from one party to another.

You must have used some of the best automatic soap dispensers in public gatherings such as restrooms, hospitals, and restaurants. Nevertheless, their use can also extend into homes since homes also need to conserve soap as well as prevent the spreading of infectious illnesses.

How does an automatic soap dispenser work?

When washing your hands, you place them under the nozzle before the sensor. Your hands activate the sensor which further triggers a pump that passes around a premeasured amount of soap.

The Best Automatic Soap Dispensers in 2017 – Summary

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How to choose the best automatic soap dispensers

When shopping for the best soap dispenser for the kitchen, or simply the best touchless foaming soap dispenser, there are a few factors that can act as your guide which include:

       A. The material used in making the dispenser

Different dispensers are made using different materials which are mainly ABS plastic and stainless steel. For maximum durability, also opt for the one made with stainless steel or a combination of both the steel and ABS plastic.

Additionally, watch out for those in stunning designs for added glamour that is compatible with your kitchen or bathroom interior.

      B. Capacity

A larger dispenser will mean fewer refills where as a smaller one with require that you constantly fill it up with soap depending on your rate of use. Opt for soap dispenser with a large capacity where there is expecteda large number of users. On the other hand, smaller ones can do where fewer people are expected to use it.

      C. Volume

Some soap dispensers have up to five adjustable volumes whereas others have just tow adjustable volumes. The more the adjustable volumes, the better the dispenser as it will give you more options in dispelling the amount of soap you are comfortable to use.

      D. Flexibility

The best automatic soap dispensers are flexible enough to hold different types of soaps including hand washes, lotions, kitchen detergents, and bathroom detergents. If you are looking forward to using more than one liquid, opt for a choice that will create room for that utilization.

      E. Convenience and efficiency

Some dispensers are more convenient to use than others. This means that they can be used in more than one place. May it be the kitchen, the dining room, or even the restroom. There are space saving types that can be wall mounted.

Most importantly is the efficiency of the soap dispenser that you are looking forward to purchasing. Prefer those that are not only fast and precise at dispelling the soap but are also economical regarding their energy consumption.

What Are The Benefits of using the Best automatic soap dispensers?

  • Firstly, they eliminate or reduce the chances of transmitting communicable diseases from one person to the other. This is because they have a touchless option of dispensing soap.
  • Secondly, they are economical since they preserve soap by offering users different adjustable volume options.
  • Thirdly, some glam up their surrounding making them more appealing to users.
  • Furthermore, they are luxurious to use since the work of pressing hard on faucets to draw soap has been eliminated by infra-red sensor technology that automatically commands the dispensation of the liquid.

Our top choices in the Best Automatic Soap Dispensers Reviews –

In this fabulous edition, we will unleash 9 of the best automatic soap dispensers that we can install in the homes, restrooms, restaurants, and other suitable places.

They include:

1. Lathered Elegance Touchless Soap Dispenser

The must have for any kitchen, bath or laundry room is automatic, hands-free, touchless, and equipped with infrared sensor activation. It is twice the capacity of most dispenser-(500 ml) and therefore requiresfewer refills.
The soap dispenser has a clear reservoir, to ensure that you know how much of liquid remains. Constructed from premium material, it operates on 4AA batteries. Its additional led-low battery indicator lights will let you know if the batteries are just about to drain off.
The dispenser does not only handle soap but also dispenses other liquids including hand sanitizers, lotions, laundry, and dish detergents, to ensure flexibility.

  • It’s automatic and touchless hands-free operation help prevents the spread of bacteria thereby promoting good health.
  • It has a large capacity hence eliminating the need for frequent refills.
  • The dispenser has five adjustable levels to ensure that users receive the right amount of soap.
  • It is flexible since it can be used to dispel more than one liquid including soap and hand sanitizers.

  • A little difficult to set up.

2. Hayden Premium Automatic Soap Dispenser

The Original Hayden Autosoap - Premium Automatic Touchless Soap Dispenser - Fingerprint Resistant Brushed Stainless Steel - Hand Sanitiser compatible - (NEW Waterproof Base!)
The dispenseris made from fingerprint resistant stainless steel and ABS plastic materials. It has a capacity of 280ml and requires input power from 4 AAA batteries. It has infrared technology that automatically detects your hand and dispenses the right amount of soap.
Additionally, the dispenser has an easy to clean smudge resistant exterior that only requires simple wiping with a damp cloth. Finally, it has three adjustable volumes to control the amount of soap coming from the faucet.

  • Hayden has a sleek modern design that looks fabulous in any bathroom or kitchen sink. It will, therefore, stay looking fabulous for as long as it can.
  • It works with any liquid soap including hand sanitizers.
  • The product is touch free thereby minimizing the chances of spreading any contagious diseases between the users.
  • The dispenser is easy to set up and use.

  • Some customers have complained of various malfunctions.

3. Sowden Automatic Foam Soap Dispenser-The best

This best automatic foam dispenserhas a body made of ABS plastic and a capacity of 16 ounces. With an input power of 4 AA batteries, the dispenser outputs 0.6ml/1.2ml of foam soap. You can therefore change the form volume into either of the two depending on what best suits you.

  • With the dispenser, you can use 75% less soap since it allows you to dilute your favorite soap with water.
  • It is long lasting as its 16-ounce reservoir lasts up to 830 hand washes.
  • It is efficient and therefore enjoys up to a 1-year warranty.
  • The product is space saving as it can be wall mounted.

  • The on and off button is hidden at the back which some users do not enjoy.

4. Umbro Otto Automatic Soap Dispenser

This best soap dispenser for the kitchen is made of moulded plastic with a matte finish. It has a modern design that will add to the look of any kitchen and bathroom counter.
The product dispenses 0.07oz (2ml) of soap touch free and holds 0.6oz (166ml) of soap and hand sanitizer. Finally, 4 AAA batteries power the product and need replacement upon draining.

  • Umbro is flexible as it can be used to dispel more than one liquid including hand soap and hand sanitizers.
  • It is easy to set up and use.
  • It is efficient as it saves on the amount of soap used.

  • Some customers have reported unexpected malfunctions after changing the batteries.
  • Too slow and undependable for high traffic.

5. Simplehuman 8 oz Sensor Pump

The simplehuman touch-free compact sensor pump is one of the best automatic soap dispensers to wash your hands. It uses 4 AA batteries and is made from brushed nickel.

  • The product does not have a drip valve to create seal-prevening messy drips.
  • The product has been engineering to dispense soap speedily. In fact, it does that consistently in just 2-seconds.
  • It has easy to operate and accessible volume control.
  • Additionally, the product is energy efficient as it can use four alkaline AA batteries that can last up to one year.
  • It’s silicon valve prevents messy drips.

  • The sensor can be too sensitive to some users as a result of its top speed reaction. Any IR signal can cause it to dispense.

6. Svinz 15 oz Touchless Automatic Soap Dispenser

This best touchless foaming soap dispenseris made of plastic and stainless steel. Additionally, it has a large capacity of about 450ml which is twice compared to others in the market. It operates on 4 AAA batteries and has LED low battery indicator to keep users informed when the batteries are just about to get drained.

  • Instant accurate dispensingin just 0.5 seconds.
  • Flexible as it can be used to dispense more than one liquid including soap, lotions, and hand sanitizers.
  • It is energy efficient as its 4 AAA batteries can last up to a year.

  • The two adjustable volumes can dispense either too large an amount or too little an amount.

7. Automatic Touchless Soap Dispenser by Rickyaaron Brand

This simple and practical product is one of the best touchless foaming soap dispenser ideal for the both the kitchen and the bathroom. With a capacity of up to 16.2 ounces, the dispenser uses 4 AA batteries that can provide up to forty thousand times out of foam.

  • No touch and easy to use operation.
  • The product works with any soap.
  • It has an adjustable volume to control more than one volume of soap.
  • Furthermore, it is economical since it uses 75% less soap compared to other dispensers.
  • It is space saving as every unit can be wall mounted.

  • Does not come with screws though the product specifies that it can be wall mounted.
  • Can be noisy to some users.

8. EcoDefy Automatic Countertop Dispenser

This touchless countertop dispenser features a gorgeous brushed stainless steel design and is one of the best soap dispensers for thekitchen. Nevertheless, it is also ideal for the bathroom. Finally, the product is powered by 4 AAA batteries and uses any liquid hand or dish soap.

  • The dispenser has a stunning modern design that adds glamour to any kitchen’s or bathroom’s interior designs.
  • It is easy to use and comes with a one year warranty.
  • Kids will fall in love with it as a result of its stunning design.
  • It has an adjustable soap volume.
  • Also, it has an energy saving battery life.

  • It can dispense fewer liquids for some users depending on their desires.
  • It gets soap on the base sometimes when it dispenses.

9. Opernee Automatic Soap Dispenser

This stainless steel and ABS plastic dispenser is durable and ensure a long working time. It has three volume levels to allow for adjustable dispensing of soap and is powered by 4 AAA batteries. With a capacity of 280ml, you are sure of making the soap refills less often.

  • Like most of the best touchless foam soap dispenser, it is easy to set up and use.
  • It has anti-leakage and waterproof mechanisms.
  • It has a long working time.

  • Some users have reported unexpected malfunctioning after a small duration of application.

The editors choice

Hayden Premium Automatic Soap Dispenser

Out of the nine soap dispensers mentioned herein, I choose the Hyden Premium Automatic Soap Dispenser as the best of them all.
First and fore most, the dispenser has earned the highest approval rating from most of its users including me. Highest approval rating means highest customer satisfaction.
Additionally, the dispenser is made of both stainless steel and ABS plastic. This means that it will enjoy the longest durability possible in comparison to those made of plastic material alone.
Also, it has a relatively good capacity of 280ml. It can, therefore, dispense the liquid placed in it for a long time without requiring frequent refills.
Finally, apart from having three adjustable volumes, it can work with any soap, making it a flexible option.

The above reason makes it the best automatic soap dispensers that you can find at leading online stores, especially Amazon.

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Essential Britain & Ireland 2017

Essential Britain & Ireland 2017

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Tour Itinerary

Spectacular scenery combined with fascinating architectural remains and energetic cities—all of this awaits you on this fabulous Britain and Ireland tour. Your tour starts and ends in London with overnights in between in Newport, Wales; Waterford and Dublin in Ireland; Edinburgh, Scotland; and York, England. If you're a fan of castles, you'll enjoy your visit to Cardiff Castle, dating back over 2,000 years. Hear about its history of invasions, abductions, and conflicts, and see its fairytale towers. You'll also visit Edinburgh Castle, dating back to the 12th century, once residence of Scottish monarchs and today home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Even older than these castles are the Roman baths in Bath, constructed around 70 AD and today one of the best preserved Roman remains in the world, and Stonehenge. You'll visit both of these on this Essential Britain & Ireland tour. You'll also visit Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon and the House of Waterford Crystal in Waterford, where you'll see the highly-skilled craftsmen at work in the production of this famous crystal. You'll see more artisans at work on your visit to Ireland's oldest hand weaving mill at Avoca—a special treat arranged by Globus for you. Also in Ireland, you'll visit Glendalough, an early Christian monastic site set in a glaciated valley with two lakes founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. Globus has also included special experiences for you throughout this tour. For example, you'll enjoy a traditional Irish coffee demonstration in Waterford and a light lunch in the charming Elizabethan town of Stratford-upon-Avon. It's just another way Globus brings these destinations to life on this tour of Britain and Ireland—a vacation of a lifetime!

Day 1: Arrive in London, England.
Welcome to London! Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. After checking into your hotel and an afternoon at leisure, we recommend our optional Taste of London excursion with dinner followed by a guided illuminations cruise on the Thames River.

Day 2: London-Stonehenge-Bath-Newport, Wales.
Meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart London at 8 am for a memorable day's sightseeing. Try to unravel the mystery of prehistoric STONEHENGE. Explore the visitor center with its imaginative exhibitions, then admire the magnificence of the monument up close. At the elegant Georgian city of Bath, see the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS. Then, cross the Severn River for a late-afternoon arrival in Wales. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner with wine at your hotel. (B,D)

Day 3: Newport-Cardiff-Waterford, Ireland.
A morning orientation drive in the Welsh capital features all the major attractions. Take a guided tour of Cardiff Castle, and discover its history of invasions, abductions, and conflicts over the past 2,000 years. Continue along the South Wales coast to Pembroke, where your FERRY will be waiting. Sail across St. George's Channel to Rosslare on the Emerald Isle and proceed to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings in 853. After dinner this evening, enjoy an [LF] IRISH COFFEE DEMONSTRATION. (B,D)

Day 4: Waterford-Avoca-Glendalough-Dublin.
This morning, enjoy a guided tour of the HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL, and at Avoca, visit Ireland's oldest HANDWEAVING MILL and watch the [LF] WEAVERS at work. Travel on to GLENDALOUGH, the early Christian monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century. See the engaging audiovisual Ireland of the Monasteries, then let your Local Guide show you the remains of this ecclesiastical settlement. On arrival in Dublin, top the day with an optional Irish cabaret evening including dinner, dance, song, and laughter. (B)

Day 5: Dublin.
An orientation drive in Ireland's capital city includes statue-lined O'Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Oscar Wilde's Trinity College. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore this vibrant city. Tonight, maybe take in an optional dinner outing to the Guinness Storehouse. (B)

Day 6: Dublin-Belfast, Northern Ireland-Edinburgh, Scotland.
On your way to Northern Ireland, cross the Boyne River, then skirt the Mountains of Mourne. In Belfast, where the Titanic was built, take in the city's vibrant history and view the impressive City Hall. Next, board your FERRY to cross the North Channel to Cairnryan on Scotland's southwest coast and continue through the scenic Scottish border country to Edinburgh. Tonight, relax and enjoy our optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. (B)

Day 7: Edinburgh.
Morning city sightseeing with a local expert introduces you to the 200-year-old "New Town" and the famous scientists, inventors, and novelists who lived there. In the "Old Town," drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland's Crown Jewels. The afternoon is free to enjoy the Scottish capital at your own pace. Later, a unique optional excursion: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. For departure numbers July 30 through August 20, tickets are included for tonight's performance of the world-renowned MILITARY TATTOO, a vast spectacle of massed Scottish pipe bands that takes place in an arena on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. (B)

Day 8: Edinburgh-Jedburgh-York, England.
This morning, drive past the abbey ruins at Jedburgh into wild Northumberland National Park. Later, see a section of Hadrian's Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. In York, England's most complete medieval city, stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets, including the narrow Shambles. (B,D)

Day 9: York-Stratford-Upon-Avon-London.
On the last leg of your journey, stop at Stratford-upon-Avon, the fascinating Elizabethan town. Take pictures of Anne Hathaway's Cottage, visit SHAKESPEARE'S BIRTHPLACE, and enjoy [LF] a light LUNCH. On return to London at about 3:30 pm, a Shownight Theater Evening would be an incredible finale to your vacation. (B,L)

Day 10: London.
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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  • July 30 through August 20 Departures- Edinburgh Military Tattoo ticket included
  • June 20 Departure-Stonehenge will be closed due to Summer Solstice and a visit to Salisbury Cathedral will be included instead.

Visit the prehistoric monument

Visit the Roman relics

Welcome dinner

Orientation drive, guided tour of Cardiff Castle

Cross St. George's Channel by ferry

[LF] Enjoy an Irish coffee demonstration; guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal

[LF] Guided tour of the handweaving mill

Guided tour of St. Kevin's center of Irish Christianity

Orientation drive

Cross the North Channel by ferry

Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle

Take pictures of the abbey ruins

Walking tour

Take pictures of Anne Hathaway's Cottage, visit Shakespeare's birthplace and [LF] enjoy lunch

Headsets throughout the tour except London

Full English breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 3 three-course dinners with wine and choice of menus, including a welcome dinner in Newport

Motorcoach; ferries Pembroke-Rosslare, Belfast-Cairnryan. Free Wi-Fi available on your motorcoach and in most hotel lobbies.

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London: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
This contemporary hotel is located within minutes of London's famous landmarks in the heart of city. Dining options include Brasserie Joël, Ichi Sushi & Sashimi, 1WB Lounge & Patisserie and Primo Bar. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre with 15-metre pool and Mandara Spa. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for guest throughout the hotel.
200 Westminster Bridge
London , United Kingdom
London: Hilton London Metropole
This contemporary, centrally located 1,054-room hotel is just a few minutes' stroll away from the West End and Oxford Street, London's major shopping area. Hyde Park and Regent Park are nearby, as are art galleries, museums and theaters. Dine on international cuisine at Fiamma Restaurant, savor Asian Fusion favorites and views of London at Minako at the Met on the 23rd floor, or enjoy exciting sports events in the Sports Bar. Discover the latest additions to the hotel, the contemporary EDG Bar & Lounge and the Whisky Lounge, serving an impressive range of whiskies. The hotel also boasts a LivingWell Health Club, a 12.5 meter heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and the beauty salon.
225 Edgware Road
London , United Kingdom
Newport: The Coldra Court by Celtic Manor
Business hotel with understated courtyard design & relaxed atmosphere; spacious conference facilities; near Cardiff and Bristol.
Chepstow Road
Newport-Gwent , United Kingdom
Waterford: Granville Hotel
Family-owned Hotel overlooking the River Suir; former home of Waterford's mayor, Thomas Meagher the father of a Civil War General.
The Quay
Waterford , Ireland
Waterford: Tower Hotel
Traditional 4-story Hotel situated along the Quay, opposite historic Reginald's Tower (1003 A.D.).
The Mall
Waterford , Ireland
Dublin: The Gibson
The Gibson does sleeping, meeting, dining, imbibing, gigging, touring, wedding and relaxing really really well. They mix all these things with a fresh, energetic, slightly off center approach and know it works. Hoover exhibitions, supporting local artists, prohibition events, urban weddings and the odd celebrity are elements of what makes them different to the normal Dublin Hotel. You will find the staff friendly, responsive and happy.
Point Village
Dublin , Ireland
Dublin: North Star
The newly refurbished North Star Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Dublin's City Centre. The hotel property boasts 160 exceptionally appointed guest rooms and suites offering every amenity to ensure a comfortable and luxurious stay for all guests.  This central Dublin hotel is the ideal location for corporate or leisure stays in Dublin. It is on the doorstep of a host of Dublin tourist attractions within walking distance.
Amiens Street
Dublin 1 , Ireland
Edinburgh: Marriott Courtyard
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is the newest edition to the Scottish capital, combining heritage and style with an innovative design and locally inspired furnishings. The hotel has a prime location, just a five-minute walk from Princes Street and Waverley Station. Spacious, modern hotel rooms include quality amenities, such as a selection of in-room entertainment, plush bedding, and a work desk. Meals are served in The Lantern Room and the lobby offers an innovative and sophisticated space for working and relaxing.
3-5 Baxter's Place
Edinburgh , United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Holiday Inn Edinburgh
Aside from its convenient location the Holiday Inn Edinburgh provides all the comforts of home including wireless connectivity, swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant and lounge.
132 Corstorphine Road
Edinburgh , United Kingdom
York: Mercure York Fairfield Manor
18th century Georgian manor house set in its own grounds. This York hotel enjoys views of the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and is 6 km from York Castle and the Jorvik Viking Museum.
Shipton Road
Skelton-York , United Kingdom
York: Holiday Inn York
The friendly Holiday Inn York is set within a lush setting on leafy grounds. Wireless Internet is accessible throughout the property including the lobby which is appointed with oak furnishings or the beautiful, tree-lined outdoor patio.
Tadcaster Road
York , United Kingdom

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Playing for a Living: An Interview with Luke Hohmann

Think back to the school gym, the backyard, the rec room or the playground—hours devoted to hide-and-seek, flashlight tag, Lite-Brite, The Game of Life, Shrinky Dinks and Big Wheel. No matter where childhood happened or what filled those salad days, one thing is consistent: it probably included games—and lots of them.

In our youth we played games with rules made up on the spot. Friends and enemies were made for life when teams got chosen. And everyone participated without inhibitions. As we get older, game playing becomes more rigid. Rules are the norm, and it's harder for people to express what they want—especially if it's beyond their understanding. In other words, it's hard for individuals to innovate.

For designers, predicting what customers want—not what they say they want or what they think they want—proves to be one of the barriers to innovation. Innovation contradicts confinement, and comes from that ability to strategically let go and play. But what if you could take your clients to a place where they felt comfortable, more inclined to open up? What if you took them back to games?

Luke Hohmann, author of Innovation Games: Creating Breakthrough Products Through Collaborative Play (Addison-Wesley Professional), talks about how to have fun with your clients and customers, letting them show you the way to innovation.

Danzico: Why did you turn to the intersection of games and innovation with this book? What did you set out to accomplish?

Hohmann: Innovation could be breakthrough or could be incremental. I think it's funny when people make distinctions over whether something was a “breakthrough innovation” or an “incremental innovation.” What is more important is how well we understand users so we can actually solve their problem.

What I want to accomplish is the understanding that actually leads to solving the user's problem. That's really the heart of the matter: understanding.

Danzico: But why games? What's wrong with traditional market research or usability testing?

Fun with packaging at SDForum's “Foundation of Innovation II,” November 2006.

Hohmann: I don't want to say those methods are invalid—this is just another tool in the toolkit. Games are characterized by their degree of open-ended exploration, and usability testing by its nature isn't particularly good at exploring an open-ended problem space.

In addition, clients do pretty expensive focus groups that take up their research budget, so they only end up talking to customers once a year. There could be better results if they did the research on their own and talked to their customers more frequently.

When usability researchers and focus groups typically start working with customers, contexts we don't really understand frame the nature of their conversation with customers. Because researchers don't make those contexts very clear, we can get different or misleading information. Even though I'm a consultant, this is the anti-consultant book because it's about giving people the techniques they need to do the work themselves.

Danzico: Can you describe one of those games and how it might differ from the ways we've traditionally gathered market or user research?

Hohmann: One of my favorite games is called “Start Your Day.” The purpose is to make that particular kind of context explicit. And in this case, that context is time.

Here's how it works: imagine you are Intuit, and you're studying people's reactions to TurboTax. You would get different results if you started your study, say, at the end of March versus another time of year. You would expect that, since tax season is the overpowering context of use.

“Start Your Day” makes time explicit by making time visual—time by day, by week, by month. We did a project associated with caregivers in school systems where we make the school system calendar big posters on the wall. Customers received different color pens, and we asked them to write down on the posters how they use the product. Because they're publicly writing and talking about it, we can see how they use a product as the context of time changes.

Danzico: We know that people aren't able to articulate what they want. If asked, they're going to give you an answer based on what they understand to be true of their current reality rather than looking ahead. Are these games putting customers, wrongly, in a position to dictate what they think they need?

More fun on display at “Foundation of Innovation II.”

Hohmann: The customer isn't making the choice about what goes in the product; that's still the responsibility of the product marketing and development team. But you're going to get better results if you include the customers in the process. Users aren't the only ones driving, though—they're the student drivers and you're sitting right next to them with your foot on the brake.

The basic construct of a book called Everything Bad is Good for You [by Steven Johnson] is that because we're being exposed to more complex media—more complex video games, more complex television shows and films—as humans, we're able to process more complex storylines and plotlines, and therefore becoming more intelligent.

Danzico: Given this, perhaps usability testing alone isn't participatory enough anymore. People are now used to co-creating content through things like Wikipedia, blogs and commenting. Is Innovation Games just the logical next step in moving usability testing forward?

Hohmann: I agree that both media and information and the capabilities of consumers are becoming very rich, but when you actually play a game, you'll be stunned at how simple they are.

Danzico: But instead of a traditional usability test, where you might ask, “What do you think will happen if you click that button?” games allow you to observe tacit information—people engaged in fairly extensive relationships with one another. That's more complex.

Hohmann: I wouldn't use the term “complex”; I would use the term “rich.” It's a very rich experience. When we work with observers, we coach them to not only look at the person who's speaking, but to look at the other people in the room and how they're reacting to the person who's speaking.

On one level, you could say that those people aren't trained in observational skills so they're going to miss stuff. But if you put together a team of highly trained usability experts, you're going to fall back into exceeding the budget, and they're going to talk once a year to customers.

People who are trained in usability professionals are going to do a better job. They should. However, we have a responsibility as designers to balance this with the needs of the client and the reality of the business. I would much rather have one designer work with a client so he can have 10 conversations with customers, rather than have 10 designers work with a client and have one conversation with a customer.

Danzico:I've read that you have four kids. Has their play or their influence affected the games you design?

Hohmann: Yes, I have four kids. [But] believe it or not, no, partly because the context is so different. I'm always trying to find better ways to ask the questions, “how can my product or service evolve?” and “how can I understand what customers are looking for?” I've been doing the games for over a decade, so the strongest influence is my own successes and failures in trying to understand what customers want.


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May 2017
I spent six days in Osijek, and I couldn't have had a nicer place to call home. Spacious and comfortable with plenty of natural light, Dalia's apartment was only a short walk to the attractions of the centre of Osijek and yet, both during the day and night, it was also a lovely place to retreat to whenever I needed some quiet time. The other point I'd like to make is about Dalia and her parents. Due to other commitments, Dalia wasn't able to meet me on the day of my arrival (I had the pleasure to meet her a couple of days later), but she arranged for her father to let me in to the apartment. Dalia's father and mother, whom I met a little later, were such wonderful hosts. Friendly and polite, they were always at hand if I had any questions and made me feel very welcome - our evening chats in their little garden, enjoying glasses of brandy or liquer, are some of the lovely memories I'll always have of my stay with them. On the morning of my departure, Dalia's father was also able to drive me to Osijek's main bus station, which I really appreciated. In short, Dalia and her parents were wonderful hosts. They are an asset to the Airbnb community and, if you're lucky enough to stay with them, you'll know why. Can I give them more than five stars?

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September 2017
I had an excellent experience at this apartment. It was very clean and comfortable. The bathroom and shower were great. The check in and check out was very smooth and efficient. I recommend this place if you are in the area.

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July 2017
Communication with Dalia was prompt and very reliable. The location of the accommodation is central and definitely a good basis for sightseeing in town. There’s a spacious and clean kitchen on top, just didn’t use it myself. Everything was good and I can highly recommend the place.

Taylor User Profile
July 2017
Dalia's apartment was wonderful! I had the entire space to myself, including a bathroom, balcony, living room and kitchen, and her father was very helpful in checking me in and dropping me off at the bus station when I left Osijek. The area is quiet at night and close to the main square, bus and railway stations. I highly recommend staying here and would love to stay again whenever I return! Hvala lijepo :)

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May 2017
I had a short but very comfortable stay in Osijek. Dalia's parents were very friendly and helpful, the room / apartment I can absolutely recommend!

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May 2017
Staying with Dalia was great experience. Great host, great place! Room is as described, clean and very comfortable. Our communication was smooth and easy. I would definitely stay here again!

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Suite is located on the lower level and has a separate entrance off the garden. Parking (for one vehicle) is included. Furnished with king bed and luxurious linens, sitting area with leather couch, TV and electric fireplace. Bathroom has double shower. There is a small area in common hall with fridge, microwave, sink and coffee machine.

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Perfil de usuario de Theresa
Septiembre de 2017
What a beautiful unique B&B just a walk from the falls. Helena couldn't have been a more gracious host. We stayed in her garden suite that was beautifully decorated, relaxing and exceptionally clean with the perfect amenities to complement our stay. For such a busy little town, this B&B was the perfect choice for a relaxing getaway away with delicious breakfast each morning and great conversation and recommendations for the day. If you are anywhere near Niagra, this is the place to stay, you won't forget it.

Perfil de usuario de Christine
Agosto de 2017
First off......If you book Helena through Airbnb, we were very disappointed to hear that the "service fee" ($68) goes to AIRBNB and not Helena's B/B!! Next time, we will book through (URL HIDDEN) so we don't lose money this way!!! Helena is an amazing host and very worldly!! We thoroughly enjoyed chatting it up with her!! All the reviews of her Lion's Head B/B were dead on! Easy access to everything Niagara......very comfy bed and breakfast......clean......adorable.......great breakfasts (Helena unestimates her (URL HIDDEN) relaxing !!! There is a mini frig in the dining room that we found useful to stock drinks during our stay..........we also recommend getting munchies. There is a little grocery within walking distance. There was a blow dryer in our bathroom, which Airbnb said there was not one. If we come back again...........we will definitely book with her! I miss her already!!!! Christine/Steve

Perfil de usuario de Karen
Abril de 2017
Helena's bed and breakfast was wonderful; clean, cozy, and the breakfast was absolutely wonderful! It was a two course meal with freshly squeezed orange juice, very delicious. Helena was such a great host who was very knowledgable about the area and had many interesting stories to tell. The location of the bed and breakfast was incredibly convenient, only a 15 min walk to major attractions and 20min walk from the bus terminal. We were very happy with our stay and would definitely recommend this bed and breakfast.

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Noviembre de 2016
This is the second time that I have stayed with Helena and it was even better than the first, an already perfect experience! The food is spectacular, the other guest were wonderfully friendly and the atmosphere was immaculate. In fact - my girlfriend and I got engaged right in the parlor! Helena has the best B&B on River Road, by far and beyond.

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Accurate listing with one quirk: the B and B is called Lion's Head, which may help you find it. Helena was very responsive to a phone call. The place very comfortable to come and go in the common area, and we had interesting conversations with Helena and other guests. It is a short walk to the touristy areas and also a short walk to other bars and restaurants. She can provide good recommendations. The food was awesome! The room and bathroom were clean. Parking was a breeze. Overall great experience, and my wife and I would go back.

Perfil de usuario de Nathan
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Helena was just as amazing as her place. The hospitality, food and accommodations were fantastic. I would highly recommend this B&B.

Perfil de usuario de Paul
Septiembre de 2016
Helen was extremely considerate arranging for us to arrive late.

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