Member news: May 2023
Intero Digital guest blog: What is pay per click advertising and how does it help your business?
Pay per click advertising, commonly abbreviated to PPC, is often mentioned alongside a slew of other terms like SEM, paid traffic, and Google Ads. Here, we’ll be answering some of the most common questions related to this digital marketing channel like, “What is PPC?”, “What does PPC stand for?”, “What is SEM?”, “What does SEM stand for?” and many more. Read more >>
Waymo and Uber partner to bring Waymo’s autonomous driving technology to the Uber platform
Waymo and Uber are excited to announce a new, multi-year strategic partnership to make the Waymo Driver available to more people via the Uber platform starting in Phoenix. Since both companies were founded in 2009, Waymo and Uber have in their own ways each revolutionized access to mobility. Now, we’re partnering to bring together Waymo’s world-leading autonomous driving technology with the massive scale of Uber’s ridesharing and delivery networks. Read more >>
Terkel guest blog: 14 tips for successful collaboration among global remote teams
To help you foster successful collaboration among global remote tech teams, we gathered insights from 14 industry leaders, including CEOs, founders, and project managers. From implementing a project management system to utilizing project management software, these experts share their top tips for ensuring seamless teamwork across borders and time zones. Read more >>
Scottsdale-based Encora to acquire European software engineering services company
Axon Enterprise Inc. is launching its next-generation body camera and is looking to fill hundreds of jobs as the company ramps up operations. The Scottsdale-based law enforcement technology company on Wednesday released the Axon Body 4, which it says boosts transparency and real-time communication among public safety officials. The Axon Body 4 has a larger field of view from prior models with an option to connect an additional point-of-view camera, allowing for alternative perspectives closely mirroring the officers’ field of vision. Read more >>
TSMC announced its Arizona microchip factory 3 years ago. Here’s what has happened since then
A presidential visit, a massive construction effort, new suppliers moving in and billions of dollars in spending. The new Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. complex is one of the most prominent economic projects ever for Arizona. The investment has grown even bigger since the company officially announced it would make its U.S. home in Phoenix three years ago in May 2020. Read more >>
ONE Community announces 2023 Spotlight on Success honorees
ONE Community, the coalition of socially responsible businesses, organizations and individuals working to advance diversity, equity, equality and inclusion for all Arizonans, is proud to announce the 2023 Honorees for the thirteenth annual marquee event, Spotlight on Success Local Heroes Awards, scheduled to be held on Friday October 13th, 2023, at the Sheraton Grand Phoenix. Read more >>
NTT DATA unveils Launch by NTT Data to help organizations deliver bold digital experiences
NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, today unveiled Launch by NTT DATA to help organizations create provocative digital experiences that drive customer engagement and growth. Launch by NTT DATA is the culmination of the company’s strategy to acquire and integrate the skills, experience and technology of leading digital companies, backed by NTT DATA’s core capabilities, global reach and depth. Read more >>
Tucson’s Phantom Space signs deal to send tiny data-collecting satellites into space
Phantom Space Corp., the Tucson-based rocket and space applications company, will be providing three dedicated launch missions for satellite manufacturer Quub Inc. under a new agreement. Under the deal, Pennsylvania-based Quub will be able to put more than 80 satellites into low earth orbit for each launch. Phantom Space will provide all needed preparation services — such as handling regulatory, technical, insurance and schedule requirements — for each launch. In addition, Phantom Space said it will help Quub design launch profiles. Read more >>
Virgin Galactic touts Delta-class ships, to be built in Mesa, as company plans return to space this month
Executives at Virgin Galactic (NYSE: SPCE) said construction on the company’s spaceship manufacturing facility in Mesa is coming along as it touted the “strong returns” of its next generation of spaceships and prepares to head back to space through a test flight later this month. Assembly of the company’s Delta-class spaceships is set to take place at a facility currently under construction near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Read more >>
Motion Tactic guest blog: Creating effective websites for B2B tech companies
In the evolving world of B2B tech, a modern website that evolves alongside your business is essential. Yet creating an effective website can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with complex technical products or services. Read on for the key features of impactful B2B tech company websites that will ensure your site meets the needs of your target audience. Read more >>
New laser technology from Leonardo could lead to breakthroughs in green energy, novel medical therapies and advanced imaging capabilities
Leonardo has delivered a new technology for ‘extreme photonics’ research that will allow scientists and engineers to accelerate the development of research projects with potentially world-changing implications. Future applications of the technology developed under this research could revolutionize medical treatment, enable new forms of green energy, and advance imaging capabilities. Read more >>