Sadie AI and Payfacto Partner to Embed Voice Automation Across Leading Restaurant POS Platforms

MONTRÉAL, QUEBEC – 24/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – Restaurant operators seeking to modernize phone ordering workflows will soon have access to an integrated AI-driven solution, as Sadie AI and Payfacto announce a strategic technology partnership. The collaboration embeds Sadie AI’s voice automation platform directly into Payfacto’s restaurant point-of-sale ecosystem, enabling seamless phone-in pickup ordering across multiple POS environments.

Through the integration, Sadie AI’s voice ordering technology will operate natively within Maître’D Classic, Veloce, and Virtuo POS systems. The solution is designed to automatically answer inbound calls, capture and confirm pickup orders, and inject order details directly into the POS workflow—eliminating manual re-entry and reducing the likelihood of errors.

Despite the rise of online ordering platforms, phone orders remain a significant revenue channel for restaurants. However, during peak dining hours, staff often struggle to manage ringing phones alongside in-person service demands. Missed calls, extended hold times, and transcription errors can result in lost revenue and diminished guest satisfaction. By automating the phone channel, Sadie AI aims to ensure that every call is answered promptly and processed accurately without disrupting front-of-house operations.

Stuart Lachovsky, VP of Partnerships at Sadie AI, noted that phone ordering continues to be one of the most operationally challenging channels for hospitality businesses. He stated that the direct integration with Payfacto’s POS platforms—including Maître’D Classic, Veloce, and Virtuo—enables restaurants to safeguard revenue while improving order accuracy and workflow efficiency.

From an operational perspective, the integration offers several immediate advantages: guaranteed call coverage during busy periods, improved data accuracy through automated order capture, and a streamlined process that requires no additional hardware installations or major procedural changes.

Steven Raymond, Vice President, Sales PAY/POS North America at Payfacto, commented that the partnership enhances Payfacto’s POS portfolio by adding intelligent voice capabilities designed to address real-world hospitality challenges. He emphasized that the combined solution improves both staff productivity and the overall guest ordering experience.

Live Demonstration at RC Show Canada

The Virtuo POS integration will be demonstrated live at RC Show Canada in Toronto from March 8–10, 2026. Attendees visiting Booth 5031 will see a working Kitchen Display Unit (KDU) environment, illustrating how voice-generated orders move in real time from front-of-house interactions to back-of-house preparation systems.

The showcase will provide restaurant operators with a firsthand look at how Sadie AI functions within the POS environment, highlighting end-to-end automation from call handling to kitchen fulfillment. The demonstration underscores both companies’ commitment to delivering practical, innovation-driven solutions for hospitality businesses.

About Sadie AI

Sadie AI is an AI-powered voice platform purpose-built for the hospitality sector. Acting as a virtual host, the system answers calls, captures orders and inquiries, manages bookings, and supports guest interactions around the clock. By automating the phone channel, Sadie AI helps restaurants increase revenue, improve operational efficiency, and allow staff to focus on delivering high-quality in-person service.

Headquartered in Montreal and owned by Valsoft, Sadie AI develops intelligent voice solutions designed to enhance guest engagement and drive measurable business outcomes in hospitality environments.

About Payfacto

Headquartered in Montreal, with operations across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, Payfacto is a provider of restaurant POS software and integrated payment technologies. Its portfolio includes the Maître’D and Veloce software brands, as well as VelPAY, an integrated payment and POS solution. Through its proprietary gateway and POS technologies, Payfacto supports a broad distributor and reseller network, delivering localized solutions to hospitality operators worldwide.

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GrowthZone Introduces GZ Learn to Unify Member Education and Association Operations

NISSWA, MINNESOTA – 23/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – The new solution expands the company’s technology ecosystem by embedding professional education, certification management, and learner engagement tools directly within its association management software environment.

Purpose-built for the unique operational needs of associations, GZ Learn aims to eliminate the fragmentation that often occurs when organizations rely on stand-alone learning platforms. Traditional LMS products frequently require manual data transfers, duplicate member records, and disconnected reporting. By integrating natively with GrowthZone’s Association Management Software (AMS), GZ Learn enables organizations to centralize course delivery, CE tracking, certification management, and member records within a single system.

The platform is designed to support Continuing Education (CE) programs, credentialing initiatives, and structured learning pathways. Member data, course progress, assessment results, and earned credits are synchronized automatically across the system, reducing administrative burden and improving data accuracy. This unified framework allows staff to focus more on delivering value and less on managing systems.

“Education remains one of the most powerful tools associations use to demonstrate impact and strengthen member relationships,” said Kelly Dick, Chief Product Officer at GrowthZone. “With GZ Learn, organizations can offer a modern learning experience that is fully aligned with their operational workflows and brand identity.”

Core Capabilities and Organizational Benefits

GZ Learn delivers a robust feature set intended to help organizations launch and scale education programs efficiently:

• Course and Program Management: Administrators can create multi-format online courses, structure them into comprehensive programs, and update materials as needed.
• Assessments and Credentialing: Built-in quiz tools support various question formats with automated grading, alongside the issuance of branded certificates and CE credits.
• Learner Experience Dashboard: Members gain access to a personalized dashboard that displays enrolled courses, progress tracking, and achievement history.
• Reporting and Analytics: Standard and advanced reporting tools provide insights into course completion rates, engagement metrics, and revenue contribution from education initiatives.

The system also emphasizes rapid implementation and brand consistency. Guided onboarding tools and configurable design elements allow organizations to incorporate logos, color schemes, and terminology that align with their established identity, ensuring a seamless user experience.

About GrowthZone

GrowthZone is a provider of association and chamber management software designed to support mission-driven organizations. The company positions itself as a long-term technology partner, offering integrated tools that streamline operations, enhance member engagement, and deliver measurable organizational outcomes.

Serving thousands of associations and chambers, GrowthZone delivers solutions aimed at simplifying administrative processes while enabling organizations to expand their impact within the communities they represent.

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Foundation Software Introduces FOUNDATION Pay Bill Pay to Streamline Contractor Vendor Payments

STRONGSVILLE, OHIO – 22/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – A new vendor payment solution has entered the construction technology landscape as contractors continue seeking ways to manage financial operations more efficiently across multiple active projects. Foundation Software has announced the launch of FOUNDATION Pay Bill Pay, a service designed to help construction firms centralize and automate vendor payment processes while reducing administrative complexity.

In construction environments where project timelines, subcontractor coordination, and financial oversight must be balanced simultaneously, manual payment workflows can introduce delays and risk. Bill Pay addresses these challenges by enabling users to select invoice batches directly within FOUNDATION®, the company’s construction accounting platform, with payment processing managed as part of the integrated service. The system also assumes responsibility for certain payment-related liabilities, such as lost checks, and automatically distributes remittance advice following completed transactions.

According to the company, the addition of Bill Pay provides several operational advantages, including helping contractors ensure vendors are paid on time to minimize disputes and project slowdowns, offering clearer visibility into cash flow, and supporting vendor-preferred payment methods to strengthen business relationships.

Company Chief Executive Officer Mike Ode noted that payment management continues to be a common operational burden for contractors managing complex project portfolios. He indicated that the introduction of Bill Pay is intended to provide construction teams with greater clarity and control over outgoing payments, allowing staff to focus more on project execution rather than administrative processes.

Bill Pay is part of the broader FOUNDATION Pay platform, which includes digital financial management tools such as Corporate Card and Online Payments designed to simplify both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions within construction organizations.

The Bill Pay service is now available as part of the FOUNDATION Pay expense and payment management suite.

Foundation Software, LLC
Since 1985, Foundation Software has provided construction-focused software and services supporting the full project lifecycle, including job cost accounting, expense and payment management, estimating, project management, safety compliance, HR administration, mobile field applications, and payroll processing.

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Copley Launches AI Marketing Agent to Transform Real-Time Ad Performance

BOSTON, MA – 21/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) –   Copley, an AI-driven marketing agent founded by former Klaviyo and Salesforce Commerce Cloud executives, today unveiled a groundbreaking solution designed to streamline real-time advertising decisions for performance marketing teams. Unlike conventional AI content generators or analytics platforms, Copley continuously connects competitive, business, and advertising signals to produce actionable recommendations and ready-to-launch ads, all delivered directly in Slack and on its platform. Alongside this launch, Copley introduced its AI Creative Report, offering marketers a complimentary, data-driven overview of the traits that make ads successful.

Performance marketing teams often face fragmented signals, making it difficult to react quickly as inventory fluctuates, demand shifts, and competitors adjust campaigns. Traditional tools provide insights but rarely translate them into immediate action. Copley addresses this challenge by offering an integrated platform that not only tracks campaign performance but also explains why specific ads succeed or fail, generating new ad variations without workflow delays.

“The real bottleneck in performance marketing isn’t creativity or budget—it’s the ability to act fast,” said David Henriquez, CEO and Co-Founder of Copley. “Marketing teams are overwhelmed by data, but Copley turns that data into immediate, actionable creative insights.”

Copley operates as a fully integrated team member, providing three key capabilities:

• Real-Time Signal Intelligence: Constant monitoring of campaign metrics, inventory levels, demand patterns, and competitive activity to identify critical moments requiring action.
• Performance-Connected Creative Direction: The Copley Graph analyzes ad performance in relation to creative traits, visual patterns, messaging angles, and audience signals, ensuring every ad is evidence-based and on-brand.
• Always-On Execution Support: Proactively generates new ad content with contextual recommendations, minimizing coordination overhead while allowing teams to maintain full control over what is published.

Early users have praised Copley for accelerating ad performance analysis and creative production. “Copley dramatically improves both speed and quality,” said Mat Bernstein, Founder of Bern Digital. “Understanding what works and generating winning ads instantly is helping us exceed our ROAS targets.”

Sean Marshall, COO and Co-Founder of Copley, added, “Our goal is not to replace creative judgment but to remove the friction in analysis and production. By integrating directly into Slack, Copley empowers marketers to focus on strategy and decision-making.”

Copley is offering limited early access to its AI marketing agent, along with free access to the AI Creative Report for a limited time. The report identifies the creative traits that drive top-performing ads. For more information, visit https://copley.com/.

About Copley
Copley is the first always-on marketing agent connecting performance data to creative execution. Founded by former Klaviyo and Salesforce operators, the platform continuously monitors competitive, business, and performance signals to provide actionable recommendations and ready-to-launch ads in Slack and on the web. By bridging the gap between insights and execution, Copley helps teams learn faster, launch faster, and scale campaigns without added coordination overhead. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

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HJC Exchange Completes Core Infrastructure Upgrade to Strengthen Performance and Security

NEW YORK CITY, NY – 20/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As digital asset markets continue to mature and trading volumes fluctuate with increasing intensity, platform reliability and security resilience have become central to industry competitiveness. In response to these evolving demands, HJC Exchange has announced the completion of a comprehensive upgrade to its core technology infrastructure, aimed at enhancing system performance, reinforcing security architecture, and strengthening long-term operational stability.

According to the company, the upgrade forms part of its broader technical development roadmap, focusing on improving foundational systems to support sustainable growth in a rapidly expanding global trading environment. With higher throughput requirements and growing emphasis on risk controls, the platform’s latest improvements are designed to address both immediate operational needs and future scalability.

Performance Optimization for High-Volume Conditions

A key component of the upgrade centers on optimizing the platform’s trading engine and data processing framework. By refining system resource allocation and enhancing load-balancing mechanisms, HJC Exchange has improved response times and processing efficiency during periods of elevated market activity.

These enhancements are intended to ensure greater system resilience during volatility spikes and concentrated trading sessions. By reinforcing backend architecture and minimizing latency under stress conditions, the platform aims to deliver a more consistent and reliable trading experience for users.

Strengthened Multi-Layer Security Framework

Security architecture has also been significantly enhanced as part of the upgrade. HJC Exchange has implemented improvements across its multi-layer protection system, including upgraded data encryption standards, reinforced account authentication mechanisms, and expanded real-time monitoring capabilities.

The strengthened framework is designed to improve the platform’s ability to detect irregular activity patterns and respond to potential threats proactively. By enhancing both preventive and monitoring measures, the company seeks to further safeguard user assets and transaction data integrity.

Ongoing Commitment to Compliance and Risk Governance

In parallel with technical developments, HJC Exchange continues to advance its compliance and risk management infrastructure. The company states that it operates in accordance with applicable regulatory frameworks and has completed relevant registrations and filings in certain jurisdictions, including Money Services Business (MSB) registration where required.

These measures form part of a broader governance strategy intended to support prudent risk oversight and responsible operational practices across multiple markets.

Building for Future Scalability

Beyond immediate performance gains, the recent upgrade establishes a modular and scalable system foundation designed to accommodate future product expansion and technological evolution. Through flexible architecture design, the platform aims to adapt efficiently to changing industry standards, emerging technologies, and shifting market dynamics.

By aligning infrastructure development with long-term strategic planning, HJC Exchange positions the upgrade as a foundational step toward strengthening platform reliability, security integrity, and sustainable growth within the digital asset sector.

About HJC Exchange

HJC Exchange is a global digital asset trading platform focused on delivering secure and efficient trading services. Through continuous technological advancement, strengthened infrastructure, and compliance-oriented operations, the company seeks to support stable platform performance and responsible development within the evolving digital asset ecosystem.

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Alloy.ai and LiftLab Form Strategic Alliance to Deliver Real-Time, SKU-Level Marketing ROI Insights

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – 19/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As consumer brands face mounting pressure to justify marketing spend with measurable business outcomes, two data-driven platforms are joining forces to close one of the industry’s most persistent visibility gaps. Alloy.ai and LiftLab have announced a strategic partnership designed to give brands a unified, real-time understanding of how advertising investments translate into both e-commerce and in-store sales performance.

For years, brands operating across wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels have struggled to connect paid media investments with actual retail outcomes—particularly at the store and SKU level. The newly formed partnership addresses this disconnect by combining real-time retail point-of-sale (POS) data with advanced full-funnel media measurement capabilities. The result is a consolidated performance view that ties marketing spend directly to incremental return on ad spend (ROAS) across retailers, products, and individual locations.

Through the collaboration, Alloy.ai aggregates, standardizes, and delivers item- and store-level retail POS data from hundreds of retail partners nationwide. This harmonized data stream is automatically integrated into LiftLab’s measurement framework, where it is analyzed alongside a brand’s complete marketing mix, including digital, television, radio, print, and retail or trade activation efforts.

By unifying these datasets, brands gain visibility into how advertising influences purchasing behavior across both online and brick-and-mortar environments. The approach reflects the reality of modern consumer journeys, where discovery may occur through one channel and purchase through another.

According to company leadership, the partnership is designed to help brands move beyond fragmented attribution models. By aligning marketing data with verified retail outcomes, brands can assess performance with greater precision and identify incremental revenue opportunities across their full business ecosystem.

Alloy.ai is built specifically to support consumer goods companies in improving sales performance, streamlining operations, and addressing complex supply chain challenges. The platform ingests point-of-sale data from hundreds of retailers, e-commerce partners, distributors, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Using AI-driven insights, brands can integrate normalized, real-time data into analytics platforms, planning tools, and data warehouses. Companies leveraging Alloy.ai have reported measurable improvements, including reductions in out-of-stocks and meaningful bottom-line impact.

LiftLab provides enterprise and high-growth brands with advanced media measurement solutions designed to unlock underutilized value within marketing budgets. Its proprietary Trust Engine consolidates attribution data, experimentation results, and industry benchmarks into a unified decision-making system. The platform supports marketers in evaluating performance across both direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels, delivering end-to-end clarity across the full marketing funnel.

With increasing complexity in retail distribution and advertising channels, the partnership between Alloy.ai and LiftLab represents a coordinated effort to equip brands with clearer, more actionable intelligence. By linking marketing investments directly to verified retail performance in real time, the companies aim to help consumer brands make more confident, data-driven decisions in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

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E2E Integration Urges UK Organisations to Tighten Subject Access Request Processes Amid Rising Scrutiny

CHESHIRE, UK – 18/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As regulatory attention around data transparency intensifies, UK organisations are facing growing pressure to respond accurately and on time to Subject Access Requests (SARs). E2E Integration, a Cheshire-based IT and data protection consultancy, is cautioning that many businesses remain underprepared, often making preventable errors that increase compliance risk.

The consultancy reports a noticeable rise in requests for SAR support in recent months, reflecting both heightened awareness among individuals and ongoing adjustments to the UK’s evolving data protection framework. In response, E2E Integration is sharing guidance on common pitfalls that organisations should address before a request lands in their inbox.

According to the firm, one of the most frequent misunderstandings involves the scope of a Subject Access Request. Organisations often assume SARs relate only to formal records such as HR files or documented reports. In practice, however, personal data can also reside in emails, internal messaging platforms, shared network drives, cloud applications, backup systems, and archived storage. Failing to account for these sources can lead to incomplete disclosures and missed deadlines.

Time management remains another critical challenge. Under current UK data protection rules, organisations generally have one calendar month to respond to a valid SAR. E2E Integration notes that delays frequently occur not because of technical barriers, but due to unclear ownership of the request or uncertainty about where relevant data is stored. Businesses must also remember that the deadline begins on the date the request is received, with the response due by the corresponding date in the following month—or the final day of that month if no equivalent date exists.

The consultancy further observes that many organisations treat SARs as isolated emergencies rather than routine compliance processes. Without clearly defined internal procedures, designated responsibility, and documented workflows, meeting statutory timelines can become increasingly difficult—particularly where data is fragmented across departments or third-party systems.

These concerns come as the UK prepares for reforms under the forthcoming Data Reform Bill (DUAA). While the proposed legislation aims to modernise aspects of the data protection regime, E2E Integration emphasises that organisations should not interpret the changes as a relaxation of their obligations. The expectation that businesses understand their data holdings and can demonstrate structured request management is unlikely to diminish.

SAR volumes are also rising in contexts such as workplace disputes, complaints, and legal matters. As awareness grows, organisations across sectors—including education providers, healthcare organisations, public bodies, charities, and private enterprises—are increasingly exposed to request-related risks. The consultancy stresses that any organisation processing personal data, regardless of size or industry, must be prepared.

To reduce exposure, E2E Integration recommends that organisations implement clear, proportionate processes, maintain accurate data inventories, assign accountable owners for SAR handling, and carefully assess the tools used to collect and review information. Embedding SAR management into day-to-day operations, rather than reacting at the last minute, is described as a key risk mitigation strategy.

In 2025 alone, E2E Integration supported organisations in successfully completing 275 Subject Access Requests across a diverse range of sectors, underscoring the growing demand for structured compliance support.

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SocialPost.ai Launches Website-Driven AI Engine to Instantly Generate On-Brand Social Media Content

MIAMI, FLORIDA – 17/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As small businesses face increasing pressure to maintain an active and professional social media presence, many struggle with the time and creative resources required to produce consistent content. Addressing this challenge, SocialPost.ai has introduced a new AI-powered capability that automatically transforms a company’s website into ready-to-publish, on-brand social media posts.

The newly launched feature enables businesses to generate branded social content simply by entering their website URL. SocialPost.ai’s artificial intelligence analyzes the company’s site—including brand visuals, messaging tone, service offerings, blog content, and product descriptions—and converts that information into social media posts that align both visually and contextually with the brand’s identity.

By removing the need for manual setup of brand colors, voice guidelines, or creative templates, the platform aims to eliminate what many small businesses experience as a “setup burden.” Once the website is analyzed, the system produces posts that can either be published immediately or further customized. Users retain full editorial control and can edit, refine, or override any AI-generated content.

Company leadership noted that the technology is designed to leverage work businesses have already completed on their websites. Rather than recreating brand messaging from scratch for social platforms, the AI repurposes existing content into a consistent, high-quality social media workflow.

Looking ahead, SocialPost.ai plans to expand the platform with AI Agents capable of continuously learning from a company’s evolving online presence. These agents are intended to monitor brand updates, adapt to new messaging, and generate fresh content on an ongoing basis. The goal is to maintain alignment over time while reducing the daily workload required from business owners and marketing teams.

Early adopters report measurable efficiency gains. According to feedback from ALIANDO’s social media team, transitioning creative workflows to SocialPost.ai has significantly reduced the hours previously spent designing and formatting posts, while maintaining brand consistency across channels.

In addition to automation, the company has positioned accessibility as a core differentiator. SocialPost.ai offers a free-forever plan that includes unlimited content generation without requiring a credit card. By removing usage caps and upfront payment barriers, the platform encourages experimentation and iteration, particularly for small and growing businesses.

The introduction of the website-powered content engine reinforces SocialPost.ai’s broader mission: making professional-grade social media management accessible to organizations of all sizes by combining AI-driven automation with brand awareness and user control.

The new feature is available immediately through the SocialPost.ai platform.

About SocialPost.ai

SocialPost.ai is an AI-powered social media platform that enables businesses to create, schedule, and optimize content across major social networks. By analyzing a company’s website and existing digital presence, the platform automates content creation while maintaining brand voice and visual identity. SocialPost.ai offers a free-forever plan with unlimited content generation and no credit card requirement.

About ALIANDO

ALIANDO is a global technology services provider and Microsoft partner specializing in cloud modernization, migration, and managed services. Formed through the integration of experienced digital transformation teams, ALIANDO supports organizations across North America, Europe, and other regions with expertise in cloud strategy, application modernization, and data solutions.

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HCSS Unveils Web-Based HeavyBid, Bringing Cloud-Native Estimating to Heavy Civil Contractors

SUGAR LAND, TX – 16/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As heavy civil contractors face mounting pressure to deliver accurate bids faster and collaborate across dispersed teams, digital transformation in estimating has become a strategic imperative. Against this backdrop, HCSS has introduced a fully web-based version of its flagship estimating software, HeavyBid, signaling a major milestone in the company’s 40-year history and a significant step forward for the construction technology landscape.

The newly reengineered HeavyBid transitions the long-standing desktop solution into a modern, cloud-enabled environment while preserving the speed and reliability that tens of thousands of estimators depend on daily. Designed to meet the evolving demands of contractors operating across offices, jobsites, and remote locations, the platform enhances accessibility, collaboration, and data transparency throughout the bidding lifecycle.

HCSS plans to showcase the new web-based HeavyBid through live demonstrations at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in March. The official market introduction follows a beta rollout unveiled at the company’s 2025 Users Group Meeting, where early adopters reported measurable gains in productivity and team coordination. Participants highlighted notable time savings during bid preparation, as well as improved visibility during internal reviews.

According to user feedback gathered during the beta phase, the system’s intuitive interface and performance improvements have streamlined estimating workflows and laid the groundwork for future innovation.

The web-based HeavyBid supports secure bid management from virtually any location, removing dependence on local desktop installations. Multiple team members can now work concurrently within a single estimate, supported by built-in audit trails and visual indicators that reinforce accountability and version control. This collaborative functionality aims to reduce bottlenecks and enhance transparency during complex bid reviews.

In addition to mobility and collaboration, the solution introduces advanced data standardization capabilities and flexible cost breakdown structures across categories such as project phase, cost type, or individual estimator. Combined with customizable tagging tools, this framework enables contractors to analyze estimates in real time, refine pricing strategies, and make faster, data-driven decisions to improve win rates.

HCSS leadership emphasized that the move to a web-based architecture aligns with a broader vision of delivering a fully connected construction ecosystem. By centralizing data and strengthening interoperability between estimating, operations, and fleet management tools, the company aims to create a more seamless flow of information across the entire project lifecycle. The transition also positions HeavyBid to support emerging technologies, including AI-assisted estimating, as contractors increasingly seek predictive insights and automation.

The launch of web-based HeavyBid represents a pivotal component of HCSS’s broader platform strategy. By integrating estimating more tightly with solutions such as HeavyJob and HCSS Fleet, contractors can carry bid data forward into execution and asset management with fewer manual handoffs, reducing errors and improving operational continuity.

While expanding into a cloud-based environment, HCSS confirmed that it will continue to support its established desktop version of HeavyBid. This dual-approach strategy allows customers to adopt the web platform at their own pace while maintaining confidence in the tools already embedded in their daily workflows.

The new web-based HeavyBid is now available to contractors seeking enhanced flexibility, collaboration, and scalability in their estimating operations. Additional information and product demonstrations can be accessed through the company’s website.

About HCSS

Founded in 1986, HCSS provides construction management software tailored to heavy civil and infrastructure contractors. The company’s platform—including HeavyBid, HeavyJob, and HCSS Fleet—connects office, field, and equipment operations to deliver real-time visibility and streamlined processes across the project lifecycle. Through customer-driven innovation and continuous support services, HCSS aims to help contractors bid more competitively, execute more efficiently, and operate with greater confidence in an increasingly complex construction environment.

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Osa Commerce Introduces Agentic AI Retail Compliance to Combat $5B in Annual Chargebacks

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – 15/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As retailers and logistics providers face mounting margin pressure from costly compliance errors, Osa Commerce has introduced a new AI-driven solution aimed at eliminating one of the supply chain’s most persistent profit leaks. At Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics conference, the Atlanta-based company announced AI-Powered Retail Compliance, a new capability within its Osa Unified Commerce Platform.

Retail chargebacks—often triggered by routing guide misinterpretations, labeling mistakes, or incorrect EDI configurations—cost the industry more than $5 billion annually. These penalties frequently stem from manual compliance processes that struggle to keep pace with evolving retailer requirements. Osa’s new solution applies agentic AI to automate compliance from initial document ingestion through shipment execution, identifying and resolving errors before products leave the warehouse dock.

For third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and consumer brands, onboarding a new retail trading partner has traditionally been a time-intensive process, often requiring 45 to 60 days. Osa reports that its AI-native compliance capability reduces onboarding timelines to less than 48 hours, enabling companies to expand into new retail channels without proportionally increasing operational overhead.

A Scalable AI Framework for Retail Compliance

The AI-Powered Retail Compliance solution operates on a “Read, Understand, Configure, Execute” model designed to replace fragmented manual oversight with autonomous intelligence.

• Intelligent Document Ingestion: The system processes unstructured compliance documents—including routing guides, PDFs, and email communications—extracting operational requirements with reported accuracy exceeding 95 percent.
• Autonomous Configuration: Based on extracted requirements, the platform automatically generates EDI mappings, GS1-128 shipping labels, and packaging configurations to ensure execution accuracy at the warehouse level.
• Predictive Chargeback Prevention: Powered by a proprietary Compliance Knowledge Graph—a continuously learning database of retailer requirements and historical violation patterns—the system flags potential non-compliance risks prior to shipment, preventing up to 80 percent of avoidable chargebacks.
• Tech-Agnostic Integration: Built as a cloud-native, technology-agnostic layer, the solution integrates with existing warehouse management systems (WMS) and order management systems (OMS), minimizing disruption to established workflows while acting as a profit-protection layer.

Why Agentic AI Now

Padhu Raman, Co-founder, CEO, and CPO of Osa Commerce, noted that retail compliance complexity has outpaced traditional automation tools. According to Raman, evolving retailer guidelines and dynamic supply chain conditions require systems capable of interpreting and acting on requirements autonomously rather than simply following predefined rules.

Jeff Cashman, Board Advisor at Osa Commerce, described the platform as a practical application of agentic AI to a measurable business problem. Instead of functioning as a chatbot or reporting dashboard, the system ingests a retailer’s routing guide and translates it directly into compliant operational workflows within days. For logistics providers absorbing margin losses of one to five percent on non-compliant invoices, the financial impact of accelerated implementation can be realized rapidly.

Availability

The AI-Powered Retail Compliance capability is available as part of the Osa Unified Commerce Platform and can also be deployed within existing enterprise networks. Osa Commerce is showcasing the solution at booth 1253 during Manifest 2026.

About Osa Commerce

Osa Commerce develops AI-powered supply chain orchestration technology designed to help logistics leaders enable scalable growth. Through its Unified Commerce Platform, the company delivers end-to-end network visibility, enterprise connectivity, and e-commerce orchestration across complex supply chain ecosystems.

Focused on resolving data fragmentation across retail and logistics operations, Osa Commerce connects, unifies, and optimizes commerce workflows for retailers, logistics providers, and their customers. Its AI-driven decision intelligence tools are built to help organizations operate one step ahead in an increasingly dynamic retail environment.

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Voxpopme Introduces Compass, an Autonomous AI Agent for Enterprise Research and Strategy

PARK CITY, UTAH – 14/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) –  As enterprises face mounting pressure to translate customer insight into measurable business growth, the gap between data collection and strategic action has become increasingly visible. Addressing this challenge, Voxpopme has announced the launch of Voxpopme Compass, an autonomous AI-powered research agent designed to transform how organizations operationalize customer intelligence at scale.

Unlike conventional AI assistants that focus primarily on summarizing information or answering discrete queries, Compass is engineered to execute end-to-end research workflows. The system autonomously searches internal repositories, synthesizes findings, identifies insight gaps, launches new research initiatives, and delivers evidence-backed strategic recommendations—without requiring manual coordination at each step.

Andy Barraclough, CEO of Voxpopme, stated that enterprise leaders are often tasked with balancing day-to-day operational execution with long-term strategic planning. According to Barraclough, Compass is designed not only to improve productivity but to act as a force multiplier—functioning as an autonomous research partner that bridges the divide between emerging opportunities and actionable execution.

Moving Beyond Conversational AI

While many AI tools operate as reactive chat interfaces, Compass adopts an agent-based architecture that emphasizes execution. When presented with a strategic business question, the platform conducts a comprehensive search across existing research assets, surfaces relevant insights, flags knowledge deficiencies, and autonomously initiates additional studies to close those gaps. The output is a structured set of recommendations supported by traceable evidence, significantly reducing the cycle time between inquiry and strategic direction.

Designed Around Enterprise Leadership Needs

Compass was developed to address three high-impact priorities common among enterprise decision-makers:

1. Aligning stakeholders around a unified understanding of customer truth, enabling coordinated action across departments.
2. Delivering measurable business impact by detecting real-time market shifts and outlining clear, forward-moving strategies.
3. Identifying untapped market opportunities and shaping long-term growth strategies to secure competitive positioning.

The Foundation Accelerator Program

Central to Compass’s rollout is what Voxpopme calls the “Foundation Accelerator” advantage. The platform connects signals across an organization’s customer intelligence ecosystem to detect patterns and inform strategic pathways. To ensure early adopters realize value quickly, enterprise subscribers joining during the early access phase will receive 12 in-platform research projects. These projects are designed to establish the contextual baseline that enables Compass to generate high-impact insights from the outset.

Betsy Shaak, VP of Product at Voxpopme, emphasized that effective AI-driven strategy depends on context. By equipping early subscribers with structured foundational research, the company aims to shorten the path from customer voice to boardroom influence, enabling meaningful impact within the first quarter of adoption.

Availability and Access

Voxpopme Compass is currently available through an early access waitlist, with general availability scheduled for April 1, 2026. Enterprise subscribers participating in the launch phase will gain access to the Foundation Accelerator Program, including 12 research initiatives to be deployed within the first 90 days of subscription activation. Additional terms and conditions apply.

About Voxpopme

Voxpopme provides customer intelligence solutions for enterprise organizations, including Fortune 500 companies across consumer packaged goods, technology, consumer electronics, restaurant, and food and beverage sectors. The company’s platform is designed to convert customer signals into strategic clarity, helping organizations uncover market realities, strengthen competitive positioning, and accelerate innovation initiatives.

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InHand Networks Launches CR602 5G Wi-Fi 7 Router to Power High-Performance Business Connectivity

CHANTILLY, VIRGINIA – 13/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As enterprises accelerate digital transformation and edge connectivity becomes mission-critical, networking infrastructure is under increasing pressure to deliver both speed and resilience. InHand Networks has responded with the introduction of the CR602 5G Wi-Fi 7 Router, a next-generation solution engineered to provide high-speed, reliable, and flexible connectivity across modern business environments.

The CR602 integrates advanced 5G cellular technology with next-generation Wi-Fi 7 capabilities, supporting organizations that depend on cloud-based applications, video collaboration platforms, digital payment systems, and a growing ecosystem of connected devices. By combining ultra-fast wireless broadband with enhanced local network performance, the router is designed to maintain seamless communication in demanding operational scenarios.

From a performance standpoint, the CR602 supports peak 5G download speeds of up to 7.01 Gbps and upload speeds reaching 2.5 Gbps. Carrier aggregation and intelligent bandwidth allocation technologies help optimize throughput under heavy network loads. In addition, the router supports both primary and failover connectivity options, enabling continuous network availability for business-critical functions.

On the local networking side, the CR602 incorporates Wi-Fi 7 technology with Multi-Link Operation (MLO), allowing multiple wireless links to function simultaneously. This capability enhances throughput stability and reduces latency for connected devices such as point-of-sale terminals, surveillance systems, IoT sensors, laptops, and other office equipment. The result is a more consistent user experience across high-density and bandwidth-intensive environments.

Network reliability is further strengthened through dual SIM and eSIM redundancy, reducing single points of failure. Rapid fault detection and recovery mechanisms are built into the system to minimize downtime and maintain operational continuity—features particularly relevant for sectors where uninterrupted connectivity is essential.

To streamline deployment and maintenance, the CR602 is supported by a cloud-based management platform offering real-time visibility into network performance. Administrators can monitor device status, configure settings, and receive alerts through intuitive web and mobile interfaces. An integrated AI assistant operates around the clock to assist with configuration, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance, reducing the reliance on on-site technical specialists.

The CR602 is designed to support a broad range of commercial and field applications. In retail settings, it enables stable POS transactions and guest Wi-Fi services. In healthcare environments, including pharmacies and private clinics, it supports digital inventory systems, electronic prescriptions, and telehealth connectivity. Educational institutions can leverage the router for classroom networking, online learning infrastructure, and campus security systems.

Beyond fixed commercial spaces, the solution is also suited for temporary or remote deployments. Construction sites, energy and mining operations, agricultural fields, emergency response units, and exhibition venues can deploy the CR602 to establish secure, high-speed networks in areas lacking traditional broadband or fiber infrastructure.

According to Kenneth, Product Manager at InHand Networks, the CR602 was developed as a comprehensive connectivity platform capable of adapting to diverse operational needs. He noted that the solution is intended to serve small and medium-sized enterprises as well as organizations operating in remote or rapidly changing environments, delivering the performance, resilience, and manageability required in today’s connected economy.

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7CENTER Extends Global Footprint Across Key Trade Hubs to Strengthen SME Cross-Border Capabilities

NEW FARM, AU – 12/02/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As small and medium-sized enterprises increasingly look beyond domestic borders for growth, the challenge of executing international trade reliably has become more pronounced. Against this backdrop, 7CENTER, a global trade platform focused on SMEs, has announced the expansion of its international operations into several strategically important markets, including Australia, Dubai, Thailand, and Vietnam. The move reflects the company’s broader effort to develop a more resilient and system-driven framework for global SME participation.

Industry observers note that identifying overseas opportunities is no longer the most significant obstacle for small businesses. Digital tools and online platforms have dramatically lowered the barrier to discovering partners and entering new markets. The more complex issue lies in managing cross-border transactions—ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, maintaining transparency, and sustaining long-term commercial relationships.

Rather than positioning itself solely as a digital matchmaking platform, 7CENTER has taken steps to establish a physical presence in major trade and logistics hubs. This approach is intended to address operational realities faced by SMEs, particularly in regions where regulatory complexity, payment security, and logistics coordination can pose significant challenges.

Founded in Australia, a market recognized for its regulatory rigor and emphasis on transparency, 7CENTER has deliberately moved away from the traditional B2B marketplace model. Instead, the platform is structured as a global trade ecosystem that integrates multiple components of cross-border commerce into a unified operational system.

Company representatives indicate that many SMEs encounter difficulties in international markets not due to product quality or growth ambition, but because they lack dependable systems to manage execution and risk. In response, 7CENTER has focused on building foundational capabilities, including business verification, structured information disclosure, payment facilitation, and logistics connectivity.

Trust plays a central role in the platform’s design. Through standardized corporate profiles and partner verification mechanisms, 7CENTER aims to reduce uncertainty at the earliest stages of cross-border engagement—an area that often deters SMEs from pursuing international trade. Beyond facilitating introductions, the platform supports businesses through completed transactions, enabling them to gradually establish trade records and reputational credibility in global markets.

The establishment of local offices in Australia, Dubai, Thailand, and Vietnam also reflects 7CENTER’s emphasis on market-specific insight. Each region operates under distinct regulatory frameworks, business cultures, and trade practices that require localized understanding beyond what purely digital platforms can offer. Alongside its technology platform, 7CENTER participates in and organizes business matching sessions, trade forums, and investment promotion activities to deepen engagement across the value chain.

As global trade environments become more fragmented and complex, analysts suggest that SMEs will increasingly depend on ecosystem-based support rather than standalone digital tools. Models that combine technology, local presence, and operational infrastructure are expected to play a growing role in enabling small businesses to compete internationally.

Within this context, 7CENTER’s latest expansion is seen as part of a wider shift toward building “soft infrastructure” for global trade—where trust, transparency, and execution capability are treated as core enablers of sustainable cross-border growth.

source https://newsroom.seaprwire.com/technologies/7center-extends-global-footprint-across-key-trade-hubs-to-strengthen-sme-cross-border-capabilities/