Great Lakes Innovation and Technology Report
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The Great Lakes Innovation and Technology Report is a daily e-mail newsletter covering high-tech from a Michigan perspective. Written and edited by veteran Michigan journalist Matt Roush, GLITR covers hardware, software, the life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and green technologies. The e-newsletter arrives, free of charge, in your email inbox every weekday morning. Click the button at left to sign up now!
Compuware Meets Diminished Expectations
Revenue rose, but not as fast as costs for the Detroit-based software and IT services giant. As a result, profitability declined.
Ford To Triple EcoBoost Vehicle Production Capacity In 2012
Now that record sales of 127,883 EcoBoost-equipped vehicles in 2011 are on the books, Ford aims to more than triple production capacity of cars, utilities and trucks using this fuel-efficient technology.
Lenawee ISD Working On Two Green Initiatives
The Lenawee Intermediate School District is going greener by developing a zero-energy-use school and testing hybrid and propane-powered buses.
Ford Uses Kenaf Plant Inside Doors In New Escape
Drivers of the all-new Ford Escape may be surprised to find out there is a plant inside the door.
Shazaaam PR Names Winners Of Pro Bono Services
The Novi public relations, marketing and social media firm Shazaaam Public Relations Thursday announced the 10 recipients of $1 million worth of pro bono services as a result of its Million Dollar Challenge.
Royal Oak Firm’s Microsoft CRM Project Earns Microsoft Case Study
First Tech Direct, a Royal Oak-based Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, announced the release of a Microsoft authorized case study on its recent Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online implementation for Saab North America.
Local Company Completes Project For Ludington Pumped Storage Upgrade
A Ludington company, Hardman Construction Inc., has completed a key project — improving a Lake Michigan barge dock — needed for the $800 million upgrade of the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant.
Merit RADb Adds Significant New Tools and Improved Functionality
Ann Arbor-based Merit RADb, the world’s largest public routing registry, has bolstered the robust Merit RADb member portal with new features and other significant improvements.
EMU Expands Community College Partnerships
Eastern Michigan University recently signed an articulation agreement with both Macomb and Monroe community colleges that allows students to complete an undergraduate degree in product design and development at EMU
Financial Adviser Opens Investing Challenge To High School Students
The “Stock to Scholarship Challenge” from Bloomfield Hills Financial offers Macomb, Oakland and Wayne County high school students a no-risk opportunity to learn about investing in the various markets available to today.
