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OLPC sued for patent infringement	28 November 2007
A Massachusetts company has sued the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) Association for patent infringement, charging the project with stealing its designs for a multilingual keyboard.Lagos Analysis Corp., or Lancor, filed the lawsuit Thursday in the Federal High Court, Lagos Judicial Division in Nigeria, where the company owns a patent for a four shift-key keyboard, said Adé Oyegbola, Lancor's CEO.OLPC illegally reverse-engineered the company's patented keyboard, which, with its four-shift keys, allows computers to better handle multiple languages, Oyegbola said. Lancor wants the Nigerian court to award "substantial" damages and issue a permanent injunction to prevent OLPC from manufacturing and selling its XO laptop.Oyegbola said he hopes Lancor can reach a settlement with OLPC before the Nigerian court issues an injunction. OLPC could have "sought a license and gotten it for a minimal fee," he said. "We're hoping ... they can come to their senses, and we sit down and come to a reasonable settlement."Lancor, based in Natick, Massachusetts, has tried to reach a settlement with OLPC but did not get a "reasonable response" from the project, Oyegbola said.OLPC released a statement, saying it has not yet seen the legal filings in the case. "OLPC has the utmost respect for the rights of intellectual property owners," Robert Fadel, OLPC director of finance and operations, said in the statement. "To OLPC's knowledge, all of the intellectual property used in the XO Laptop is either owned by OLPC or properly licensed. Until we have a copy of the claim and have had time to review it, we will not be commenting further on the matter."The goal of the nonprofit OLPC, founded by Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor Nicholas Negroponte, is to donate laptops to children in developing nations. Through Dec. 31, residents of the U.S. and Canada can donate $400 and get one laptop for themselves, while sending a second to a child overseas.In addition to the Nigerian lawsuit, Lancor is looking at filing a patent lawsuit in U.S. court within three weeks, if the case is not settled by then, Oyegbola said.Lancor's Shift2 technology has been used to create region-specific keyboards called Konyin Multilingual Keyboards, according to the company. Lancor's lawsuit alleges that OLPC purchased two Konyin keyboards and used them to reverse-engineer the source codes for use in OLPC's XO Laptops.Asked about the goals of OLPC, Nigerian citizen Oyegbola said he didn't have a strong opinion. Laptops can be useful to children in Africa, but many of them have more basic needs, he said."Children might not need a laptop," he said. "Maybe instead they need a classroom."
General Aviation Chatter :: RE: I need some advice... Please read this request!!	01 January 0001
Author: chileno 777 Posted: Thu Nov 29, 2007 2:21 am (GMT 2) Topic Replies: 31 Dear Flyboy, I was a couple of months ago in the same situation as you are now (different country and different continent): A big passion for flying, no cash, a house (inheritance) and could not obtain a loan or a fair mortgage....(it seems that banks and their managers around the world are pretty much the same) The only way that I had was TO SELL my house. It was a very difficult decision because ? That house was the only asset and property that I had. ? It was a legacy from my father. He really worked hard to buy it. ? The market due to lack of time (I am 32 years old and have to start the cpl ASAP) was not willing to give me a fair price. After a lot of thoughts and with my heart broken I decided to sell the house. (I am currently on it). It was the ONLY way that I found to finance my dream. At least I have a way/opportunity to follow my passion...later I realized that some people do not have even that house to sell. Whatever you decide I wish you all the best and hope that you can follow your dream.
Sales Executive – Marcoms / Exhibition Sales	16 November 2007
Sales Executive – Marcoms / Exhibition Sales Ascot 25k Base, 55k Uncapped OTE + Global Travel Over the past 20+ years, our client has developed an award winning reputation for events and exhibitions. As a fully integrated marketing agency, our client offers a true end to end solution to corporate clients around the globe. Due to continued growth they now require an additional sales executive to work form their Berkshire office. As a Sales Executive you will work closely with colleagues to sell our clients full portfolio of integrated marketing solutions that include exhibitions and environments, conference and event planning and multi media / web based solutions to companies across Europe and beyond. This is an exciting role that will involve a mix of new and existing business generation and will involve travel on a regular basis. The ideal candidate must posses a minimum of 2-3 years sales experience and although previous exposure to the marcoms/events/exhibition industry would be an advantage it is not a necessity and applications are invited from those individuals who have sold in a media or corporate type environment. You will have first class communication and presentation skills with the ability to liaise and influence at any level. Due to the nature of this position you will need to have excellent time management skills, leadership qualities and the ability to manage multiple tasks at any one time. The successful candidate can expect a base salary of 25k with an uncapped OTE of 55k plus an additional benefits package. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Account Management, Sales Executive, New Business Development, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com
Internal Sales Executive – Online Media Sales	08 November 2007
Internal Sales Executive – Online Media Sales South West London 21.5k Base, 28k Uncapped OTE + Bens Our client is one of the UK's leading Exhibition Providers who hold, manage and deliver events throughout the UK covering a wide variety of technologies, sectors and vertical markets. Due to the continued growth of their online presence they now seek an Internal Sales Executive to be based at their South West London office. As an Internal Sales Executive you will work closely with colleagues to generate revenue and increase exposure of our client's online media solutions. Although this is an internally based opportunity it will lead into a more client facing field based role for the right individual. Business will be generated through a mix of both new account generation and ongoing account management activities. The ideal candidate must posses a minimum of 12-18 months b2b sales experience and although previous exposure to the media/online industry would be an advantage it is not a necessity. You will however be committed to developing your career with this industry leader through hard work and determination. This is an excellent spring-board into a client facing role for those looking to progress. . The successful candidate can expect an initial base salary of 21.5k with an uncapped OTE of 28k plus further benefits and genuine career progression. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Account Management, Sales Executive, New Business Development, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com
Residential building costs slow	07 November 2007
By Tiisetso Motsoeneng, I-Net Bridge South African residential building costs inflation slowed further in the third quarter of the year, measuring 11.1% compared with 38.8% achieved in the same quarter last year, the FNB Commercial Property Finance Residential Building Cost Index. . . .
Field Sales Executive – Exhibition Sales	06 November 2007
Field Sales Executive – Exhibition Sales London 28k Base, 38k Uncapped OTE, Car + Bens Our client, one of the UK's leading Exhibition Providers who hold, manage and deliver events throughout the UK covering a wide variety of technologies, sectors and vertical markets. Due to continued growth within their portfolio of events they now seek a field sales executive to join their ambitious team based in London. As an external Sales Executive you will work closely with an internal sales team who generate leads, openings and appointments, where you will identify and close revenue streams. Covering a wide variety of events you will target both the SME and corporate markets. This is a field based opportunity that will require you to not only develop new business but to also offer ongoing account management to current and existing clients. Although field based you will attend our clients head office weekly so need to live within 1 hours commute of West London The ideal candidate must posses a minimum of 2-3 years sales experience and although previous exposure to the events/exhibition industry would be an advantage it is not a necessity. You will have a mature outlook, first class communication skills and the ability to present at any level. Due to the nature of this position you will need to have excellent time management skills, leadership qualities and the ability to manage multiple tasks at any one time. The successful candidate can expect a base salary of 28k with an uncapped OTE of 38k plus an expensed car and benefits package. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Account Management, Sales Executive, New Business Development, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com
Sales Executive – Central London	24 October 2007
Sales Executive – Central London 16k Base, 40k OTE + Exec Bens Our client employs over 35,000 people across 120 countries, serving over 2 million customers worldwide. Through attention to detail, excellence in product design and development, and through quick recognition and response to changing markets they have earned a reputation for being an industry leader. Due to the launch of a new product initiative they have an exciting opening for a sales executive to join a team based in Central London. As an integral part of a London based team you will focus your efforts on delivering product initiatives to the business market. Interest and ultimately business will be generated through our clients extensive existing accounts database although there will be opportunities for new business development. This role although internally based will involve an element of external client visits. Applications are invited form those candidate who can demonstrate a genuine desire to further their career in sales. You will have already experienced b2b sales and posses a minimum of 12 months service in a target driven environment. This role requires a highly motivated individual with the flair and charisma to take exciting products to market. The successful candidate will receive a basic salary of 16 with on target earnings of 40k in the first year. Additionally there is an executive benefits package and ongoing product and sales based training. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Sales Executive, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com
U.S. trade rep launches anticounterfeiting campaign	23 October 2007
The Office of U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) will seek to negotiate a voluntary anticounterfeiting trade agreement with several major trading partners, the office said Tuesday.The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) will focus countries on anticounterfeiting efforts, including international cooperation, best practices for fighting piracy, and developing strong legal frameworks for fighting piracy, USTR said in a news release."Global counterfeiting and piracy steal billions of dollars from workers, artists, and entrepreneurs each year and jeopardize the health and safety of citizens across the world," Trade Representative Susan Schwab said in a statement.The action earned the USTR praise from several companies and groups, including the Motion Picture Association of America and Microsoft.Developing international protections against counterfeiting and piracy is "key to protecting innovation and ensuring that the global economy continues to grow unfettered by [intellectual property] theft," Jack Krumholtz, Microsoft's managing director of federal government affairs, said in a statement.Sen. Max Baucus, a Montana Democrat and chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, also applauded the USTR announcement."Intellectual property thieves aren't just stealing American ideas, they're stealing dollars from U.S. businesses and stealing jobs out from under U.S. workers," Baucus said in a statement. "And the problem of intellectual property theft is rampant worldwide."The trade agreement would complement the work of President George Bush's administration to encourage other countries through the World Trade Organization to enforce intellectual-property rights, the USTR said. But the ACTA would set a higher benchmark for intellectual-property enforcement that countries can join voluntarily, USTR said.
UK Sales Manager - Harlow	19 October 2007
Sales and Marketing Manager - Harlow 37-52k Base, 65-80k OTE + Executive Benefits Established for over 85 years, our client now employs over 25,000 people across more than 120 countries, serving over 2 million customers worldwide. Through their attention to the customer, excellence in product design and development and quick recognition and response to changing market needs, this company has earned itself a solid reputation as a leading document solutions provider. Due to growth they now have an exciting opening for a Sales and Marketing Manager to be based at their Harlow head office. As an internally based Sales and Marketing Manager you will lead and drive various teams taking ultimate responsibility for sales and marketing functions. Responsibilities will involve the competent management of revenue, headcount, data and P&L. You will oversee both internal and external teams covering both new acquisition and an installed account base of some 50,000+ companies. Further information on budgets and targets will be made available to suitable candidates. Applications are invited from candidates with a minimum of 3-4 years business to business sales leadership experience. It would be advantageous to have gained this experience in a Fortune 500 or blue chip company. This role is best suited to a grad calibre individual with solid communication, presentation and leadership skills. You will be process driven, target orientated and a natural leader with highly rated motivational skills. The successful candidate will receive a basic salary of 37-52k with an uncapped OTE of 65-80k in the first year plus an additional executive benefits package. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Sales Executive, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com
Senior Sales Executive – Data Centres	19 October 2007
Senior Sales Executive – Data Centres 30-40k Base, 70-80k OTE plus Excellent Benefits Berkshire [National role] Our client is small, dynamic and consultative-led organisation who specialise in the design, build and support of Data Centre environments. Through providing products and service that cover the entire data centre lifecycle they deliver best practice and cost effective solutions across a variety of vertical markets. Due to growth they now have an immediate need for a Senior Sales Executive to be based from their Berkshire head office. As a client facing Sales Professional you will be responsible for creating and delivering a successful sales strategy that will meet both revenue and margin targets. Covering a national territory you will deliver our client's data centre infrastructure solutions, services and products to prospects of all shapes and sizes. This involved role will cover new sales acquisitions, strategic account management and will allow for the successful individual to work from a home office set-up if required. The ideal candidate will be of graduate calibre and able to demonstrate a proven track record of 3+ year's sales experience ideally from within a technology led sector. You will be a skilled door opener as well as a relationship builder with a hunger for success and be comfortable selling at senior/technical levels being able to identify buying signals and specific influencing factors. You will also posses highly developed social skills with the ability to network, be approachable, presentable and professional with high energy levels and the initiative to drive your business forward. In return the successful candidate can expect a base salary of 30-40k with an uncapped OTE of 70-80k plus a full benefits package. Certus Sales Limited is a specialist sales recruitment consultancy with an impressive client portfolio covering opportunities in the following areas: Telecommunication, Business Information, Media, I.T, Finance, Distribution, Property, Capital Equipment and many more. Vacancy levels recruited include Sales Director, Sales Manager, Senior Sales Professional, Account Manager, Account Management, Sales Executive, New Business Development, Field, Territory and Area Sales, Internal sales and Telesales opportunities. To find out more about us please visit certussales.com