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Allstate is making waves 👏👏👏 After reducing two-thirds of its office space and selling its Chicago HQ, Allstate recognized a critical truth: even employees who prefer working remotely still need a place to gather with their coworkers from time to time. Allstate’s shift to coworking reflects its acknowledgment that the pandemic changed white-collar work irrevocably—and the insurance industry is no different. In the coming months, a quarter of their 54,000 corporate employees in cities like Atlanta, Tampa, and Minneapolis will access on-demand workspaces through LiquidSpace. 'We’re building something new,' says Lauren DeYoung, Allstate’s Workplace Futurist. Employees are embracing a strategy that offers choice and flexibility while keeping costs down. Here’s the impact: Allstate has slashed corporate office expenses by hundreds of millions—down from $382M in 2020 to $138M in 2024—all while creating a work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and satisfaction. And we’re here for it! 🎉 Could Allstate’s strategy work for your organization? Share your thoughts in the comments! (P.S. Big shoutout to Matthew Boyle at Bloomberg for this story! Read more with this paywall-free gift link: https://hubs.li/Q02YxV_h0)

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Alveo Sense Avian Influenza Test, our first point of need molecular diagnostic for animal health, shipping soon to early-access customers across the EU. In partnership with Royal GD and x-OvO Limited, this fast, cloud-connected test brings precise avian influenza detection directly to the field. By decentralizing testing, we’re enabling a real-time view of outbreaks and empowering rapid containment measures. Read the full release below.

We’re pleased to welcome Christopher Cowen as Alveo Technologies’ first Chief Commercial Officer. Chris brings extensive expertise from Thermo Fisher Scientific and will spearhead growth as shipments of our first animal health diagnostic commence. His experience in launching molecular diagnostic products will be pivotal as we expand into animal and human health markets worldwide. Learn more at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gGMVS_tF

We’re pleased to welcome Christopher Cowen as Alveo Technologies’ first Chief Commercial Officer. Chris brings extensive expertise from Thermo Fisher Scientific and will spearhead growth as shipments of our first animal health diagnostic commence. His experience in launching molecular diagnostic products will be pivotal as we expand into animal and human health markets worldwide. Learn more at the link below: https://lnkd.in/gGMVS_tF

The ES9039Q2M has distortion levels that are difficult to measure, even with the best test machines, it can be shown the test machine is the limiting factor when it comes to measuring these parts.

Congrats David, Adrian and team! Here we go Ares Materials, Inc. !!

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We're incredibly proud today to share our new partnership with all-in-one convenience store and marketplace innovator, Loop Neighborhood “As we continue to innovate and redefine the convenience retail experience, it’s essential that we stay ahead of the curve when it comes to competitive pricing,” said Varish G., CEO of Loop Neighborhood Market. “Our partnership with Engage3 enables us to harness the power of real-time data and advanced price intelligence to better serve our customers. By aligning our pricing strategy with their expectations, we can not only maintain our commitment to offering fresh, high-quality products but also strengthen the trust and loyalty we’ve built over the years. This collaboration is a key step in ensuring that Loop remains a leader in both value and customer experience.” Article link in the comments! #competitiveintelligence #priceoptimization #priceimage #conveniencenews #pricingstrategy #competitivedata

Congratulations to Engage3 powered by Dexi for securing a Top 15 spot on the Sacramento Business Journal's Top 50 Fastest-Growing Companies list! 🎉 

Congratulations to Engage3 powered by Dexi on this impressive achievement!