30 April 2008

Fun and games

For some people finding excitement in their lives is not one of their priorities with all things being equal. They seem content to live their day to day lives without too much temptation or drive to do something out of the ordinary. They are happy to lead safe and mundane lives and that is just fine. After all, who am I to criticize these people for doing things the way they want to do them. It takes all kinds, as they old adage goes and there is nothing wrong with that at all, obviously.

But for many other people on the other hand a measure of fun and excitement are rather important things. Fun such as can be had by playing a game or making a bet with one of the many online casinos where they are able to do just that. Fun and games and the chance to win a few bucks with a well-placed bet; for many people that is a fun way to go. And, providing the whole venture is handled in a responsible manner there is nothing wrong with having a go with an online casino. But where do you go if you want to find out more about which online casinos are the best?

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Poetry in football?

Watching the Barcelona player Messi last night I wondered if there is such a thing as art in sports, or poetry in football to be more specific. This player, said to be the world's best at the moment, is so adept at handling the ball that it becomes mesmerizing to watch him take on a series of defenders and slalom past them as if they were motionless pillars, unable to catch him. There is certainly style and elegance in his play. He does have that latin girly hair, though..

Cool police gear

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Bookworms

There is something about the cliche type of the bookish personality that appeals to me. The genteel nature of his or her manner, the eloquence of their educated choice of words; the unassuming quality of their personality.

But at times it vexes me as well. And of course there are many colleagues of mine who could be ascribed as I did above. Sometimes I feel squeamish at the thought how fragile they seem. As if the real world could crush them at any moment. But perhaps that is why I work where I do. Could I be one of them as well? Brrr...

16 April 2008

Getting organised

If you are at all anything like me you will sometimes find it hard to keep track of all the different little things that are somehow quite vital to making your life run smoothly. Let’s say that it would be helpful to find some resource or application that would make it easier to keep your things organised in an accessible and handy way.

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Writing practice

Since I started writing more articles in a serious way I found that I am practicing my prose writing skills in just the right way. I am slowly learning to be concise and clear and to the point because of the inherent constraints of article writing. I intend to keep writing many more articles as they are a good way of writing on a regular basis. After all, practice makes nearly-perfect!

14 April 2008

Let's hear it for IzeaRanks!

Writing is what I love to do most if I am honest. Just to put pen to paper or its more modern equivalent of typing onto a keyboard is what makes me tick. It is important to do what you like best, I think you would agree. I have written poetry and self-published a number of books, mostly poetry but some fiction as well, and I have enjoyed finding out how to go about producing, promoting and selling my literary efforts. I have had some limited success but have also learnt an awful lot and one of the things I have come to realise is that writing the actual piece is only the start of things. The hard work starts when you actually want a few people to take notice of your carefully crafted outpourings.

More recently I have started being seriously engaged in maintaining a number of blogs. I have always loved building and setting up new websites and I really like reaching out by writing regular posts on my blogs. I like to think that I am able to provide some decent content and entertain my readership with my scribblings.

After the debacle with that giant dominant search engine taking away people’s pagerank just because they were making some money with their blogs in a way that did not directly benefit them, some people have been wanting another way of ranking a blog’s popularity. This, then is where IZEARanks comes in. IZEARanks is a much more realistic gauge with which to measure and rank a blog’s links, impact and popular appeal and that is exactly what the blogging world has been waiting for with bated breath. IZEARanks will provide an accurate reflection of a website’s traffic ranking compared to other sites that are running the IZEA script. IZEARanks has a bright future because it will provide real traffic data that cannot be manipulated in the way that toolbar-dependent metrics can. Let’s hear it for IzeaRanks!

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11 April 2008

Poets at work

At my place of work, a major University library, there are many people who have an affinity with the written word. For some this may result in a very useful specialisation which benefits their careers within information sciences. For others, and I magnanimously include myself, working in a library is a way to be around books while we dream and hopefully work towards being a writer of some description ourselves.
I have lots of colleagues who write poetry, sci-fi novels, non-fiction, articles and so on. From that point of view it is a nice working circle but I when I get slightly disheartened I sometimes wonder whether we'd all rather be doing something else.

02 April 2008

Automation and software

GRSI FastTrak (R) P.I. software takes on packaging integration in full stride
Written by Andrew Jobs
Conshohocken, PA, 4/2/2008 – FastTrak® P.I. (packaging integration) fulfills previously neglected packaging needs with total warehouse equipment and systems integration.

Having trouble finding a company that integrates any branded packaging equipment, material handling equipment, PLCs, and WMS’ into a streamlined warehouse system? Until now, every distribution and operations manager had only one answer, a frustrated yes. GRSI is taking the initiative to relieve their headaches by introducing a comprehensive packaging integration solution, FastTrak® P.I.

FastTrak® P.I. software suite makes packaging integration easy. The software “glues” diverse packaging and material handling equipment and subsystems from any provider into one integrated unit. In addition, the software integrates this unit to any WMS or ERP host system with single-port connectivity. The result reduces labor intensive tasks, increases order throughput, maximizes system uptime, and allows the synched equipment to run at its full potential.

One of the most frequently asked questions by companies purchasing new or used warehouse equipment is, “Will the equipment function correctly with my warehouse system?” GRSI removes this uncertainty with comprehensive warehouse systems integration backed by substantial work experience. GRSI’s engineers and technical team meticulously evaluate each client’s system, specific needs, budget, and expectations to develop the most effective solution. Once the solution is conceived, GRSI assembles custom-built modules and applications to integrate all the necessary equipment and meet client requirements. Each client is then educated and trained to handle the routine operations of their system. In addition to systems training, GRSI also offers 24x7x365 technical support.

GRSI’s strategic partnerships with packaging and material handling equipment providers have led to many successful installations often exceeding client’s expectations. GRSI’s growth is from developing these relationships, along with the willingness to understand new and emerging technologies and markets.

Not all businesses have the same needs, nor do all businesses desire the same outcome. Consequently, it is necessary for each business to have their needs analyzed and evaluated by an experienced company with a customized solution.

For more information, visit GRSI online at http://www.grsinc.com/ or email solutions@grsinc.comThis email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .

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Don’t you just love automation and clever software systems? These factors have really improved so much of what we do in our lives on a daily basis. One of the organisations involved with this type of thing is GRSI.
GRSI has been providing a range of material handling automation, and software solutions. They have worked with numerous clients in order to automate labour intensive tasks within their distribution systems. This results in clients benefitting from increased accuracy, efficiency, and customer service.
Have a look at http://www.grsinc.com and see for your self.

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Blakey

I was minding my business, sitting on the bus in heavy commuter traffic through the city centre, whilst listening to the Russell Brand podcast on my ear-phones. It was the usual nonsense and puerile tomfoolery but at one point he read out a few lines of the William Blake poem 'The Infant Sorrow', and this made a bit of an impact on me. In-between all the modern vacuousness of an afternoon a few lines of beauty in pure poetry came my way. Thanks, kind Sir. Blake, not Brand..