Microsoft hit with 1.5 billion MP3 patent ruling
A San Diego jury ordered Microsoft to pay 1.52 billion dollars for infringing on Alcatel-Lucent MP3 patents. Lucent, now owned by Alcatel, had sued Microsoft customers including Dell and Gateway. Microsoft vows appeal, arguing Fraunhofer licensing rights.
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Google Unveils Low Cost Office Software Suite
Google announces Google Apps Premier Edition priced at 50 dollars per year. The bundle includes Gmail Calendar Spreadsheets Docs Talk and Google Calendar to rival Microsoft Office for businesses worldwide. Dave Girouard, Google enterprise VP, says customers gain technology and innovation at a fraction of traditional costs.
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American Airlines expands New York routes with JFK terminal upgrade
American Airlines announces nonstop New York to Las Vegas service starting in September and adds flights to other cities including San Francisco. The carrier plans a 1.1 billion terminal upgrade at JFK and about 20 million for improved first class amenities on its 767 fleet, boosting its New York operations.
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J C Penney Plans 50 New Stores Across Expansion Drive
Dallas based J C Penney says it will spend 1.2 billion dollars to build 50 new stores renovate six more and add Sephora shops in 19 locations. The company cites a higher holiday expense and a return to its historical tax rate lifting the year end tax bill.
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Call center retention plan shifts rewards and ratings
Convergys Corp adopted an early warning retention system in its large call centers to curb turnover. Managers rate staff red yellow or green weekly based on 50 indicators. red prompts intervention and bonuses are tied to retention. The program aims to reduce attrition in a tight labor market.
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Lorain County offers public sector training seminars
The Public Sector Training and Development Institute at Lorain County Community College and the Lorain County Growth Partnership host 29 evening seminars for government officials and workers. Topics include costs, economic development, and tax financing. campaign planning is also covered. Fee is 25 to 35 dollars with volume discounts. information at 440 366 7928.
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Value City Cuts Jobs to Save Money
Value City Department Stores eliminated positions across its 113 stores to reduce costs as Retail Ventures reviews operations. An undisclosed number of employees received severance packages after layoffs last week. A Elyria store manager declined comment on local cuts. Retail Ventures also operates Filene's Basement and DSW Inc. with three Ohio locations.
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