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[appliedgraymatter]

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[pure]

we need a swerf-like movement for the restaurant and retail industries. leftists already criticize them because it’s wage labor that isn’t tied to sexual subordination but we need more we need people out here who advocate for “restaurant abolition” and liberating survival line cooks and we need to free the cashiers from behind the registers and i’m not joking. servers should be called peasants just like doordash drivers. the servers who defend the industry because they make comparable income to specialized professions should be dismissed as privileged, narcissistic, petty merchants. i want restaurant industry lobbyists exposed for using their financial influence on politics to suppress both minimum wage increases for all workers and extended labor protections. i want every walmart and every mcdonald’s nationalized and those jobs automated immediately, while the displaced employees get a lifelong stipend until workers own the means of production. abolish all service work now. I will become the very first SWERF of a different kind in 2025 (service worker exclusionary radical feminist).

[divorceblogger]

very invested in how lumon is explicitly described as a company that has a foothold in the medical field, initially established as a manufacturer of medicines right around the time the concept of the modern pharmaceutical industry started taking shape in the 19th century, and its products/services are floated as the sale of medical equipment and health & wellness to its customers. they facilitated the development of the surgical procedure for severance and use psychological tactics to keep their workers in line. after helly r attempts suicide, her orientation into her new situation on the severed floor is framed as a patient’s admission into a psychiatric facility - objects that can be used to inflict bodily harm on herself are locked away, which offers continued commentary on her consistent lack of access to self determination and bodily autonomy. mark s commits to the procedure anticipating that it’ll allow him to better deal with his grief.

this goes hand in hand with their forays into research - the services that macrodata refinement render are directly in service of keir’s vision of automating the human condition (re: keir’s theory that unique ratios of the tempers - dread, malice, frolic, woe - make up different people). the concepts of natural selection preceded, and eugenics was developed, within keir’s lifetime during the 19th century. also thinking about how emotional regulation goes hand in hand with shaping the perfect worker - health and wellness are once again emphasised when it attempts to corral its wayward workers; but these concepts are relative, and constructed in the corporate’s interest. they’ve also constructed company towns for their workers where, for all intents and purposes, they hold a significant amount of power over the bodies housed at their expense. where do you draw a line on the work-life balance issue when the corporate world has entered your home and your body?

[mariacallous]

There are situations in which tariffs are a useful tool to address a trade deficit, or to protect key sectors of a country’s economy. Then there are situations where you accuse a bunch of penguins on an uninhabited island of currency manipulation. Guess which one we’re living in?

This is the takeaway of the manifold tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday afternoon. In addition to the penguin-occupied Heard and McDonald Islands, the tariffs target the British Indian Ocean Territory, whose sole occupants live on a joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia island. Yes, the United States is levying reciprocal tariffs against its own troops.

And then there are the tariffs against countries that have actual goods and services on which US consumers depend. China: 54 percent. Vietnam: 46 percent. Cambodia: 49 percent. South Korea: 25 percent. No corner of the US consumer economy will go untouched. Prices will rise. The stock market is spiraling. A recession looms. The tech industry will be turned upside down. Mark Cuban, noted billionaire, is encouraging people to stockpile consumables before it’s too late.

It’s reckless, it’s absurd, and it’s also everything Donald Trump said plainly he would do on the campaign trail. True, he didn’t telegraph how misguided the methodology would be—you can read about it more here, but suffice to say it’s thoroughly detached from the realities of international trade—but he loudly, repeatedly promised to tariff his way to glory.

The stated goal is to return manufacturing jobs to the United States, which is a bit like resurrecting the dodo. The US still manufactures plenty of goods; it’s second only to China in annual output, according to the World Bank. But many of the industry’s jobs have been replaced by automation, a bottle you can’t re-cork. And higher domestic labor costs mean US-made products will inherently be more expensive, a trade-off American consumers have consistently rejected. All of this was already true in Trump’s first term. It’s even more so now.

And let’s say a plurality of companies did decide to reshore or set up factories in the United States. The timeline for those decisions and implementation is measured in years, if not decades, and follow-through can be spotty. (Just ask Foxconn.) So what happens in the meantime?

The rationale has all the weight of a soap bubble. There isn’t a world where the US suddenly manufactures all the items the country has decided to target. There’s a 47 percent tariff on Madagascar now. Do you know why the US has a trade deficit with Madagascar? They produce vanilla; we don’t. Unless we’re suddenly setting up vanilla assembly lines in Ohio, that’s not changing.

But maybe Trump’s so-called Liberation Day is all just a master negotiating ploy. “Everybody sit back, take a deep breath. Don’t immediately retaliate. Let’s see where this goes,” said Treasury secretary Scott Bessent on CNN Wednesday. “Because if you retaliate, that’s how we get escalation.”

It’s an interesting tactic, to start a bar brawl and ask everyone not to punch back in case someone gets hurt. It’s not working. China has already vowed to retaliate; the EU suggested that it could as well. (New Zealand is officially chill.)

Set the economics of this aside for a moment, though. The insult on top of that looming injury is how sloppy this all is. It’s the same blunt-force destruction that DOGE has implemented within the US government, that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has imposed on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, now projected on a global scale. Yes, Elon Musk and DOGE have taken a blowtorch to federal agencies. But the tariffs are a helpful reminder that it's Trump who's fiddling while it all burns.

It’s the instinct to measure wins in units of pain and suffering. It’s an assumption that the only way to help yourself is to hurt other people. This is just what America is now.

The optimist’s case is that this is all a feint, that other countries will capitulate or at least make enough of a show of it that things will go back to normal. Seems unlikely. First of all, they’re already doing the opposite, all apologies to Bessent. But even if they weren’t, even if this is just posturing from the US, that posturing has consequences. Whatever equity the US has built up over the last century as a reputable trade partner has been largely wiped out by a businessman-president best known for his bankruptcies.

And then there’s the pessimist’s case, which also seems increasingly like the realist’s. The US is barreling toward a recession for no good reason, and dragging the world—and a few thousand penguins on remote Antarctic islands—down with it.

[k0libra]

Welcome Captain Anderson and First Officer Connor!

About a week and a half ago I came up with dbh civil aviation au, as I absolutely love jetliners. So I decided to combine both of my interests! :D

More details about the setting are under the cut!

In the 2020s, a new aerospace corporation emerged - “Cyberair”. Originally starting from light jet construction, but later in the 30s they introduced narrow-body aircraft to the production line, as the result of rapid growth and market expansion. However, throughout the years their idea remained the same: “Reliable and comprehensive automation”. Cyberair jets are everything, beyond what a modern aircraft can offer, and is capable of. Truly a creation of the 21st century.

The latest Cyberair venture – state of the art autopilot. Identical to humans in its appearance, yet so different in behaviour. It’s efficient, reliable and doesn’t make mistakes (almost. At least human ones). But to tell the truth, this development is expected – ever since the late 20s Cyberair started to slowly announce machine cabin crew, even gifting a unique RK200 air traffic controller model to the Detroit Metropolitan Airport.

Delta Air Lines received their own one-of-a-kind autopilot, a RK800 (FAA approved!) model. How? Well, something about the Cyberair CEO liking their service. After a few papers signed and a few hands shaken, Connor embarks on his first real flight as a First Officer.

No plane flies without a captain though, so Connor has company. And a superior. Even if machines are better than people in piloting the plane in almost every way, human ego and fear, maybe, can’t let them be in absolute control. “Uncanny valley” or something.

Captain Anderson is a highly experienced senior pilot at Delta. Most of his career he has been flying Airbus aircraft, piloting A350-900 in the later years. Although because of Connor working with him now he has to pilot Cyberair regional or light jets from time to time. Oh, those signed papers be damned… He misses his dear A350.

Their relationship had a rough start, with the captain calling Connor “an attempt of capitalism at stealing my job”. But Hank couldn’t help but warm up to the FO the more flight hours passed. There was something so… alive about him? No, in aviation you only trust your instrument panel, and here all of the facts loudly state that Connor is simply a RK800. This is definitely some Eliza effect shit.

Why is he so interested in the A380 then? Doesn’t he have all of the aeroplane data neatly stored in his head? What surprises Hank more is something akin to confusion on Connor’s face every time he gets overly excited about the giant of the skies. Maybe he’s surprised by his new-found interest, too. At least there’s something Hank can tell him about from the old days (ah, proud A380 pilot) during long transatlantic flights.

Fucking Eliza effect bullshit.

P.S. if you want to leave an ask about this au, please do! I get asks so rarely so I’m excited hahah. But you can ask literally anything else, too lol

[bdafic]

Not everyone has enough experience on the internet to recognize scams, especially as scammers find new ways to make you feel weird for being suspicious. There is no shame in inexperience or naivete, scams work for a reason, so here's a heads up on a recent one going around that targets fic writers specifically.

You'll receive a message or comment complimenting your fic and asking permission to draw a scene from it. Scammers of this type are rarely aggressive. They're hoping to get you into a position where you feel obligated to send them money out of guilt, so they hide under a veneer of politeness and ignorance.

Once contact is established they'll try to pull you into a private exchange where either, A.) a service or product is provided as a "gift", then subject to a bait n' switch after delivery, where they demand payment, or B.) change their tactics and act like you've already agreed to a verbal contract about a paid commission, and so feel obligated to honour it. Payment up front. Either way, the approach is designed to make you think this person made an honest mistake. They misunderstood, maybe they don't speak the language well, maybe they're new, or young, or just don't know the 'rules' yet. You take pity on them, and so pay them for the work.

It works similar to the "donate to gaza" scams that have been proliferating on Tumblr lately: appeal to empathy and shame people for questioning it. We're a pretty socially conscious, leftist, bunch of users on this webbed site and those of us involved in fandom communities tend to go out of our way to support and encourage other creators. It makes for a healthy, welcoming, community and we should keep doing that! The flip side is that it also makes a great hunting ground for these types of scams, so stay skeptical and ask questions.

The first time I got a DM like this I actually assumed it was a ChatGPT bot

however, after this they appeared to talk like a person. On the off chance they weren't being deliberately malicious, just extremely clueless, I pushed a few buttons... and it was immediately clear the intent was to trick me into paying them.

The pitch was generic but their background work could easily scan as legit if someone is just doing a cursory pass. They had a had a bio that linked to various socials. Some more convincing than others

Their ArtStation account, formatted like those "p u s s y i n b i o" Twitter bots, actually had some drawings on it too. All the images look like standard newbie stuff on stock backgrounds with a Photoshop filter applied, which plays into the "young/new artist" persona that some will adopt. All the images were uploaded at the same time: either a week ago, or six months ago. It's all tagged "noAI" but...

I ran a few through AI image detection and the results were anywhere from 60 to 98% likely AI, with one or two 15%'s thrown into the bunch.

This particular thread died after I sent that last message, which tells me that while the cold call may have been automated, the pickup probably involved a real person. Over the last week more have come in. Most are extremely obvious; way less sophisticated than the first try. One of the tricks is to use code to pull the username and a random story from the author's account. If you receive a copy of the messages somewhere the code gets stripped out they'll appear like this:

Whereas on fanfiction.net, it looks like this

This is why you'll sometimes see those random spaces around punctuation. Underneath the hood the opening line might read, "Greetings '=$AUTHORNAME' ," and they forgot to delete the space after the variable or didn't format it well and the punctuation was interfering with code execution.

These types of scams are extremely old, this is just a new way of doing them. There are cases where the whole thing is malicious and intentional from start to finish. There are cases where the people doing it are being forced to. And there are cases of people new to art and commissions who legitimately believe this is the best way to approach someone before they've built up enough of a reputation to rely on word of mouth. I have been on the internet since the early to mid 90s and I have seen all three varieties many, many, many times, in many, many, ways.

If you're not sure, ask a few leading questions -- but never give personal information or move to a second contact until you are 100% positive of who you're talking to. If you've got doubts, you don't need to be a dick about it, just block and move on.

[twentyyearstoolate]

I know it's probably not even close to accurate, but I can't stop myself from thinking from time to time that we could have all been living in a fully automated gay space luxury communism solarpunk utopia if neoliberals hadn't fought to hide the impact of fossil fuels on the climate and run fearmongering propaganda against marginalized communities to keep us bickering and to keep the prevailing wage lower than the cost of inner city parking spaces, all for the glorious accomplishment of having trillionaires in our lifetime.

Like we're just now seeing automated fast food joints and humanoid robots doing menial labor and self-driving vehicles (which will still be less efficient than communal kitchens, distribution sites developed outside of the form factor requirements of human labor, and well-developed public transit that's hamstrung at every turn by Big Auto but works in literally every other developed country just fine today) because the projected costs of implementation for all that are finally dropping below the paltry $7.25 an hour paid out to like half the country, because service jobs are the one thing that couldn't be outsourced to jack up the stock price, and there's a voice in the back of my head that says "we could have had all this and then some decades ago if the point of cutting human labor out wasn't to drive costs down, but to provide as many people as possible with a comfortable life."

It honest-to-god sickens me that we reached this point off the lifeblood of people around the world who, staring down the barrel of a global hegemon, had no other choice but to work themselves to death for shit-fifty an hour - that we crossed this cost-benefit analysis line not by the rising of wages to sustain a living, but by the fall of development costs in the wake of hypercapitalist productivity, to the point that big business can safely and comfortably yank the rug out from people scraping by on poverty wages without excessive setbacks to profits. And of course, unlike the optimistic predictions of the retrofuturistic PSAs of the 50's, it's not like anybody but the ultrawealthy who already own everything will benefit from zeroing their labor costs. And with no money left to buy the useless plastic shit that's cooking the globe on its way from factories to warehouses to landfills, everyone else gets hung out to dry as the world burns. Out-fucking-standing.

I hate to feel angry and defeated, so I'd like to channel it into something positive. I'm throwing some union links out here. Get in contact and learn how to unite your coworkers who are upset about the cost of living - you stand a far better chance of uniting them under that umbrella than anything else, and it'll be a lot more effective than just choosing the lesser of two evils every four years.

United Food & Commercial Workers

Teamsters

Service Employees International Union

Industrial Workers of the World

[a-friend-of-mara]

If I had magic powers I would first [remove] [orange man] and [fascist x man]

After that i would make a line of blajah plushies that trans your gender while you cuddle them, it's completely non permanent and safe, takes like a week to have full effect, and will decay after a month, very safe, easy for trans kids to convince parents not to freak out, maybe some cis people will just become a different gender because they can try it for a summer or smthn idk

Then I'd make noise canclers that remove all sound waves so I can have portable quiet

I'd install a system that isn't capitalism because a system that values money above the people in the system is beyond stupid and put a system that values the people in the system first and foremost

I'd topple all the monopolies and elevate competition in the markets making companies actually deliver good products

Make subscription services heavily regulated so you never have to hear about a subscription for heated seats or a baby monitor *ever* agian

Make "we the people" mean "every living human"

Make glowing strawberries that give you the ability to double jump

Make internet access free

Make a system where everyone's basic necessities for life are free and you never have to work a day in your life if you don't want to which will provide people the motivation they need to create and discover the kinds of things we only see once in a decade

Legalize owning foxes as pets

Make land sharks (that are friendly unless you is transphobic)

Make teleporters because everyone has at least one friend that lives far away that they miss

Make "government mandated" nap/stargazing/quiet time for mental health reasons

Educate the masses about all the hateful stuff they've been told and probably internalized

Provide plushies to everybody so they have someone to hold when they feel low

Allow people to communicate with their pets

Obtain Philipee (a pet fox)

Hug Philipee

Make HRT that changes your height

Remove society's stigmas about a lotta things like mental health

Let humans fly but only one Thursdays and Saturdays, note because of this anyone who uses it will have an inexplicable urge to sing at the top of their lungs until they land

Make smartphones and personal computers able to capture an image of the thing you're thinking of (only with user permission) so you can come back to that idea later or so you don't loose it while you draw or write it down

Make diversity in government

Unify the planet

Make a railgun to shoot probes into space

Make death by any means other than old age reversible (and your brain won't start to deteriorate)

Automate only the jobs that are dangerous or that nobody wants to do

Make data privacy laws very very very in the consumers favor (to the point where collecting any data requires an opt in that is intentionally harder than an opt out)

Personally i think if there's no reason to steal and no reason to be desperate then crime will go down dramatically

[sujitchaulagainblogs]

How to Choose the Best CRM Software for Your Business

Choosing the right CRM software for your business is a big decision — and the right one can make a world of difference. Whether you’re running a small startup or managing a growing company, having an effective CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system helps you keep track of customers, boost sales, and improve overall productivity. Let’s walk through how you can choose the best CRM for your business without getting overwhelmed.

Why Your Business Needs a CRM

A CRM isn’t just a tool — it’s your business’s central hub for managing relationships. If you’re still relying on spreadsheets or scattered notes, you’re probably losing time (and leads). A good CRM helps you:

Keep customer data organized in one place

Track leads, sales, and follow-ups

Automate routine tasks

Get insights into sales performance

Improve customer service

The goal is simple: work smarter, not harder. And with an affordable CRM that fits your needs, you’ll see faster growth and smoother processes.

Define Your Business Goals

Before diving into features, figure out what you actually need. Ask yourself:

Are you trying to increase sales or improve customer service?

Do you need better lead tracking or marketing automation?

How big is your team, and how tech-savvy are they?

What’s your budget?

Knowing your goals upfront keeps you from wasting time on CRMs that might be packed with unnecessary features — or worse, missing key ones.

Must-Have Features to Look For

When comparing CRM options, focus on features that truly matter for your business. Here are some essentials:

Contact Management – Store customer details, interactions, and notes all in one place.

Lead Tracking – Follow leads through the sales funnel and never miss a follow-up.

Sales Pipeline Management – Visualize where your deals stand and what needs attention.

Automation – Save time by automating emails, reminders, and data entry.

Customization – Adjust fields, workflows, and dashboards to match your process.

Third-Party Integrations – Ensure your CRM connects with other software you rely on, like email marketing tools or accounting systems.

Reports & Analytics – Gain insights into sales, performance, and customer behavior.

User-Friendly Interface – If your team finds it clunky or confusing, they won’t use it.

Budget Matters — But Value Matters More

A CRM doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Plenty of affordable CRM options offer robust features without the hefty price tag. The key is balancing cost with value. Don’t just chase the cheapest option — pick a CRM that supports your business growth.

Take LeadHeed, for example. It’s an affordable CRM designed to give businesses the tools they need — like lead management, sales tracking, and automation — without stretching your budget. It’s a smart pick if you want to grow efficiently without overpaying for features you won’t use.

Test Before You Commit

Most CRMs offer a free trial — and you should absolutely use it. A CRM might look great on paper, but it’s a different story when you’re actually using it. During your trial period, focus on:

How easy it is to set up and start using

Whether it integrates with your existing tools

How fast you can access and update customer information

If your team finds it helpful (or frustrating)

A trial gives you a real feel for whether the CRM is a good fit — before you commit to a paid plan.

Think About Long-Term Growth

Your business might be small now, but what about next year? Choose a CRM that grows with you. Look for flexible pricing plans, scalable features, and the ability to add more users or advanced functions down the line.

It’s better to pick a CRM that can expand with your business than to go through the hassle of switching systems later.

Check Customer Support

Even the best software can hit a snag — and when that happens, you’ll want reliable support. Look for a CRM that offers responsive customer service, whether that’s live chat, email, or phone. A system is only as good as the help you get when you need it.

Read Reviews and Compare

Don’t just rely on the CRM’s website. Read reviews from other businesses — especially ones similar to yours. Sites like G2, Capterra, and Trustpilot offer honest insights into what works (and what doesn’t). Comparing multiple CRMs ensures you make a well-rounded decision.

The Bottom Line

Choosing the best CRM software for your business doesn’t have to be complicated. By understanding your goals, focusing on essential features, and keeping scalability and budget in mind, you’ll find a CRM that fits like a glove.

If you’re looking for an affordable CRM Software that checks all the right boxes — without cutting corners — LeadHeed is worth exploring. It’s built to help businesses like yours manage leads, automate tasks, and gain valuable insights while staying within budget.

The right CRM can transform how you run your business. Take the time to find the one that supports your growth, keeps your team organized, and helps you deliver an even better experience to your customers.

[accurpressmachinery]

Accurpress at a Glance: Vision, Mission, Core Values & Strategic Roadmap

In today’s rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, precision, durability and adaptability often set companies apart. Accurpress India Machinery Pvt. Ltd., a recognized leader in machine tool fabrication equipment, has consistently demonstrated how innovation combined with customer focus can shape a global industrial brand. With roots tracing back to North America and strategic expansion into India, Accurpress now stands as a trusted provider of press brakes, shears, turret punch presses, tooling and automation systems.

Operating since 2007 in India and formally established as a subsidiary in 2011, Accurpress India reflects a broader vision of global engineering excellence. The company may not be a household name outside the fabrication sector, but inside workshops and factory floors, Accurpress represents reliability and productivity. This article offers a deep dive into the company's foundational vision, mission, guiding values and strategic journey that defines its long-term roadmap.

A Brand Born with a Vision: The Accurpress Legacy

The foundation of Accurpress began in 1973 when Ted Hilton launched the brand in North America. What started as a modest effort to enhance press brake technology quickly evolved into a revolution in fabrication machinery. The introduction of the AccurShear in 1976 marked a pivotal moment that propelled the company into market leadership. With over 20,000 press brake units operating in North America today, the brand’s commitment to service and value-driven design stands firm.

In India, Accurpress has been active since 2007 and has already surpassed 200 installations, building relationships with industry giants like Godrej, HYVA, Taikisha and Ahura Mazda. Their impression is strongest in Ahmedabad, supported by satellite teams across South India and the Delhi region. This expansion is a testament to the company’s long-term vision of staying accessible and responsive to clients throughout the country.

Vision: Redefining Machine Tool Fabrication in India and Beyond

At the core of Accurpress India’s operational and strategic framework lies a clear vision- to become the benchmark of innovation and precision in the machine tool industry. This vision may seem ambitious, but it's rooted in a history of technical leadership and relentless improvement.

The company envisions a future where automation, accuracy and productivity go hand in hand. Accurpress doesn't just provide machinery - it provides solutions designed to boost its clients’ operational efficiencies. The machines are developed with user-centric design, minimizing complexity while maximizing output. The vision is clear to empower manufacturers with tools that elevate their capabilities without compromising on ease of use or safety.

This aspirational yet practical outlook is evident in their product lines. Whether it’s the Absolute Series press brake or precision-engineered shears, every machine reflects the brand’s commitment to making high-performance technology accessible.

Mission: Innovation, Service and Manufacturing Excellence

A company’s mission can often act as its compass and for Accurpress India, this mission aligns seamlessly with its global heritage. Accurpress operates with a defined mission to deliver high-quality equipment that enhances customer success through innovative engineering and reliable service.

This mission is not just confined to product delivery - it encompasses pre-sales consultation, after-sales support, customized tooling and training. Accurpress may also provide clients with tailored automation solutions that integrate into their existing systems, thereby minimizing transition times and increasing ROI.

Moreover, the company emphasizes close collaboration with clients to ensure that their specific fabrication challenges are addressed. This mission of responsiveness and innovation positions Accurpress not just as a vendor, but as a long-term partner in production.

Core Values: What Drives Accurpress?

At the heart of Accurpress India’s operational culture are the core values that shape both its internal ethos and external commitments. These values act as guiding principles that influence every product, interaction and decision.

Precision with Purpose

Precision is not a catchphrase - it’s a practice. Every machine is engineered with attention to detail, ensuring that tolerances are met consistently. Clients may rely on this precision to meet tight deadlines, reduce rework and maintain quality standards.

Customer-Centric Innovation

The company continually adapts its offerings based on customer feedback. This may include software upgrades, enhanced tooling options or ergonomic designs that simplify operations. The intent is always to make the operator’s job more efficient and effective.

Integrity and Reliability

Accurpress builds trust by standing behind its products. From warranty commitments to service turnaround times, integrity plays a key role in its business relationships.

Knowledge Sharing and Training

The brand invests in operator training and product education. Through demos, workshops and hands-on guidance, Accurpress ensures clients understand how to leverage the full potential of their machinery.

These values are embedded into daily operations, creating a corporate culture that balances performance with purpose.

Strategic Roadmap of Accurpress: Engineering the Future

India’s growth trajectory is no accident - it’s the result of calculated planning and strategic investments. The roadmap ahead focuses on four key pillars:

Expanding Regional Presence

While headquartered in Ahmedabad, the company aims to strengthen its presence in untapped regions across India. This expansion includes establishing local service hubs and stocking spare parts to minimize downtime for customers.

Product Line Diversification

Accurpress continues to refine and broaden its product portfolio. This may involve developing new variants of press brakes with advanced CNC press brake systems or introducing next-gen turret punch presses with better energy efficiency.

Smart Automation Integration

The future of fabrication lies in intelligent automation. Accurpress may integrate more Industry 4.0-compatible features, such as remote diagnostics, real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance alerts, into their machines.

The Accurpress Journey: From North America to South Asia

Looking at the company’s timeline offers valuable insights into how vision and execution covers:

1973: Ted Hilton founds Accurpress in North America, introducing the AccurShear to the product line in 1976.

1998: International expansion begins with the opening of a manufacturing unit in Shanghai, China, under Tim Hilton. Over 3,500 machines now operate across China and Southeast Asia.

2007: Accurpress enters the Indian market, planting its roots through strategic installations.

2011: Establishment of Accurpress India Machinery Pvt. Ltd. as a wholly owned subsidiary, formalizing its commitment to the region.

Each phase of this journey reinforces the company’s growth strategy: identify need, deliver excellence and build trust.

Conclusion: A Trusted Partner in Industrial Evolution

Accurpress India is more than just a machinery provider - it is a trusted partner in the industrial evolution of India. The company’s focus on precision engineering, innovation and customer-centricity continues to shape its success in the fabrication market. With a clear vision, well-defined mission and unwavering values, Accurpress may continue to influence the future of manufacturing both in India and across global markets.

The strategic roadmap suggests a forward-thinking approach. Whether you’re a business looking to enhance production or an industry professional exploring technology partner, Accurpress India stands as a name you may count on.

[nareshkumartech]

Driving Into the Future: Canada’s Licensing Vision

Canada is gearing up for a transformative shift in how it manages driving licenses, moving toward a future where technology, security, and sustainability take center stage. As we look ahead to the coming years, the evolution of Canada's licensing system promises to make life easier for drivers and enhance overall public safety.

A Digital Transformation

The biggest change on the horizon is the move to digital driver’s licenses. This transition is part of Canada’s broader push to modernize government services and create a more efficient and secure system for citizens. Digital licenses will not only be more convenient but also more secure, using technologies like biometric authentication, encryption, and real-time verification.

For those wondering how to transition smoothly to digital IDs, licenseprep.ca offers a detailed guide on what to expect and how to prepare.

The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics

Looking further into the future, artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics will play a key role in Canada's licensing system. AI could be used for real-time driver behavior analysis, identifying risky driving patterns and helping authorities improve road safety. Furthermore, AI-driven license renewal reminders and automated verification processes will make it easier for drivers to stay on top of their responsibilities.

Eco-Friendly Licenses

In line with Canada's sustainability goals, digital licenses will significantly reduce the production of plastic cards, contributing to the country’s environmental efforts. By reducing the need for physical cards, Canada will cut down on plastic waste and its carbon footprint.

To stay informed about upcoming eco-friendly changes and digital transition details, visit licenseprep.ca.

What’s Next?

As we drive into the future, Canada’s licensing system will continue to evolve. Expect faster processing times, more seamless integration with other government services, and increased security. The future of licensing looks smart, secure, and incredibly convenient.

[almondenterprise]

How High-Quality Low-Voltage Switchgear Accessories Save You Money!

One of the main goals of industrial power systems is to cut costs without sacrificing performance.

Upgrading your low-voltage switchgear accessories is one frequently disregarded method to accomplish this.

Let’s discuss how purchasing high-quality switchgear accessories can extend the life of your electrical infrastructure, reduce operating costs, and boost system performance in this guide.

What Are Low-Voltage Switchgear Accessories?

Low-voltage switchgear accessories are parts that improve how well your electrical switchgear systems work, keep them safe, and make them reliable. These include:

- Circuit breakers

- Contactors

- Busbar systems

- Surge protection devices (SPDs)

- Control relays

- Communication and monitoring modules

They offer power distribution, fault protection, and real-time system monitoring and are therefore crucial in industrial automation and energy management.

1. Minimize Downtime and Improve Productivity

Cheap, low-quality parts are likely to break down, grinding work to a standstill. Every hour of unscheduled downtime at a plant equals lost work and income.

✅ Advantage:

The superior switchgear elements can withstand more load, function through more switch cycles, and withstand more demanding conditions. It guarantees power flows smoothly at all times and decreases the possibility of shutdowns.

2. Extend the Lifespan of Equipment

Switchgear accessories form the first line of defense for your equipment. Low-quality accessories will let surges or faults pass through and can destroy costly equipment like motors, drives, and PLCs.

✅ Advantage

Stable components such as motor protection relays and surge protection devices maintain voltage levels constant and prevent overloads, thus safeguarding equipment downstream of them.

3. Reduce Maintenance and Replacement Costs

Sustained maintenance, breakdown calls, and replacement components are costly over time. Cheap parts fail early, thereby adding to your maintenance load.

✅ Advantage:

Purchasing robust, low-maintenance accessories translates to fewer services and repairs, which results in overall savings.

4. Improve Energy Efficiency

Loss of power and energy inefficiency typically start with old or badly designed switchgear devices. Even small problems within a big system can lead to higher energy bills.

✅ Advantage:

Good-quality accessories provide the highest conductivity and proper switching, allowing for optimal voltage output maintenance and avoiding energy wastage.

5. Enhance Electrical Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Faulty accessories are a main cause of electrical fire and safety hazards. Substandard systems can also fail to meet industry standards.

✅ Advantage:

Good quality switchgear parts typically conform to IEC, UL, or other important standards for safe functioning and regulatory compliance.

Conclusion: Small Components, Big Savings

Cheap accessories can appear to be a good deal initially but can turn out to be costly over time. Employing quality low-voltage switchgear accessories guarantees that:

- Less system crashes

- Equipment lasts longer

- Reduced maintenance

- Reduced energy costs

- Safer operations

Looking for Reliable Low-Voltage Switchgear Accessories?

At Almond Enterprise, we specialize in supplying industrial-grade switchgear components that deliver long-term performance and value.

Contact Our Experts: sales.almond@almondenterprise.com for tailored recommendations

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The Social Impact of the Desire to Escape Boredom

Boredom is an innate human experience that often drives people to seek stimulation, meaning, and engagement. The desire to escape boredom influences society in profound ways, shaping everything from culture and technology to social interactions and economic structures.

1. The Role of Entertainment and Consumerism

The entertainment industry thrives on people's desire to escape monotony, leading to an explosion of movies, video games, streaming services, and social media.

Consumer culture exploits boredom by promoting new products, experiences, and trends to keep people engaged.

The rise of short-form content (TikTok, reels, memes) caters to shorter attention spans, reinforcing the cycle of boredom and distraction.

2. Technology and Digital Addiction

Constant connectivity through smartphones and social media makes instant escape from boredom possible, reducing tolerance for stillness or deep thought.

Dopamine-driven engagement leads to addictive behaviors, where people compulsively seek entertainment, often at the cost of productivity and well-being.

Virtual realities and AI-driven content further blur the line between engagement and escapism.

3. Creativity, Innovation, and Productivity

While boredom can lead to mindless distraction, it can also drive creativity and problem-solving.

Some of history’s greatest innovations stem from individuals seeking to overcome intellectual stagnation.

Boredom in the workplace may lead to automation, pushing industries to develop technologies that reduce monotonous tasks.

4. Social and Psychological Consequences

Escapism through entertainment or substance use can lead to avoidance of real-world problems.

Attention deficit and impatience are growing concerns, as constant stimulation reduces the ability to focus.

Social interactions change, with more people seeking virtual engagement over face-to-face communication.

Conclusion

The desire to escape boredom has transformed society, fueling technological progress, cultural expansion, and economic growth. However, it also presents challenges like digital addiction, attention fragmentation, and a shift toward passive consumption over meaningful engagement. The key lies in balancing stimulation with reflection, entertainment with purpose, and distraction with deep thought.

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Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency has deployed a proprietary chatbot called GSAi to 1,500 federal workers at the General Services Administration, WIRED has confirmed. The move to automate tasks previously done by humans comes as DOGE continues its purge of the federal workforce.

GSAi is meant to support “general” tasks, similar to commercial tools like ChatGPT or Anthropic’s Claude. It is tailored in a way that makes it safe for government use, a GSA worker tells WIRED. The DOGE team hopes to eventually use it to analyze contract and procurement data, WIRED previously reported.

“What is the larger strategy here? Is it giving everyone AI and then that legitimizes more layoffs?” asks a prominent AI expert who asked not to be named as they do not want to speak publicly on projects related to DOGE or the government. “That wouldn’t surprise me.”

In February, DOGE tested the chatbot in a pilot with 150 users within GSA. It hopes to eventually deploy the product across the entire agency, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The chatbot has been in development for several months, but new DOGE-affiliated agency leadership has greatly accelerated its deployment timeline, sources say.

Federal employees can now interact with GSAi on an interface similar to ChatGPT. The default model is Claude Haiku 3.5, but users can also choose to use Claude Sonnet 3.5 v2 and Meta LLaMa 3.2, depending on the task.

“How can I use the AI-powered chat?” reads an internal memo about the product. “The options are endless, and it will continue to improve as new information is added. You can: draft emails, create talking points, summarize text, write code.”

The memo also includes a warning: “Do not type or paste federal nonpublic information (such as work products, emails, photos, videos, audio, and conversations that are meant to be pre-decisional or internal to GSA) as well as personally identifiable information as inputs.” Another memo instructs people not to enter controlled unclassified information.

The memo instructs employees on how to write an effective prompt. Under a column titled “ineffective prompts,” one line reads: “show newsletter ideas.” The effective version of the prompt reads: “I’m planning a newsletter about sustainable architecture. Suggest 10 engaging topics related to eco-friendly architecture, renewable energy, and reducing carbon footprint.”

“It’s about as good as an intern,” says one employee who has used the product. “Generic and guessable answers.”

The Treasury and the Department of Health and Human Services have both recently considered using a GSA chatbot internally and in their outward-facing contact centers, according to documents viewed by WIRED. It is not known whether that chatbot would be GSAi. Elsewhere in the government, the United States Army is using a generative AI tool called CamoGPT to identify and remove references to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility from training materials, WIRED previously reported.

In February, a project kicked off between GSA and the Department of Education to bring a chatbot product to DOE for support purposes, according to a source familiar with the initiative. The engineering effort was helmed by DOGE operative Ethan Shaotran. In internal messages obtained by WIRED, GSA engineers discussed creating a public “endpoint”—a specific point of access in their servers—that would allow DOE officials to query an early pre-pilot version of GSAI. One employee called the setup “janky” in a conversation with colleagues. The project was eventually scuttled, according to documents viewed by WIRED.

In a Thursday town hall meeting with staff, Thomas Shedd, a former Tesla engineer who now runs the Technology Transformation Services (TTS), announced that the GSA’s tech branch would shrink by 50 percent over the next few weeks after firing around 90 technologists last week. Shedd plans for the remaining staff to work on more public-facing projects like Login.gov and Cloud.gov, which provide a variety of web infrastructure for other agencies. All other non-statutorily required work will likely be cut, Shedd said.

“We will be a results-oriented and high-performance team,” Shedd said, according to meeting notes viewed by WIRED.

He’s been supportive of AI and automation in the government for quite some time: In early February, Shedd told staff that he planned to make AI a core part of the TTS agenda.

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Why Self-Service Kiosks Are the Future of Hospitality and Retail !!

The retail and hospitality industries are constantly evolving to meet the demands of modern consumers. As businesses strive for efficiency, convenience and improved customer experience, self-service kiosks have emerged as a game-changing solution. From quick-service restaurants to retail stores and hotels, kiosks are revolutionizing how customers interact with businesses, making transactions smoother, reducing wait times and enhancing overall satisfaction.

The Growing Demand for Self-Service Solutions

With the rise of digital transformation, consumers now expect seamless, tech-driven interactions in every aspect of their lives. Self-service kiosks address this demand by providing :

Speed and Efficiency – Customers can place orders, check-in or make payments quickly without waiting in long lines.

Reduced Labor Costs – Businesses can optimize staff allocation, reducing operational expenses while maintaining quality service.

Enhanced Customer Experience – Customizable interfaces and multilingual support ensure a smooth and personalized experience for diverse audiences.

Improved Accuracy – Self-service kiosks eliminate human errors in order placement, payment processing, and service requests.

How Kiosks Are Transforming Retail Retailers are integrating self-service kiosks to streamline operations and improve shopping experiences. Some key benefits include:

Faster Checkout – Self-checkout kiosks minimize congestion at traditional cash registers, reducing wait times.

In-Store Navigation & Product Lookup – Customers can quickly locate products and access real-time stock availability.

Loyalty Program Integration – Kiosks enable customers to register for rewards programs, check points, and redeem offers effortlessly.

Seamless Omnichannel Experience – Integration with e-commerce platforms allows customers to order online and pick up in-store.

Upselling and Cross-Selling Opportunities – Kiosks can suggest complementary products or promotions based on customer preferences.

The Impact of Kiosks in Hospitality In the hospitality industry, self-service kiosks are redefining guest experiences by offering:

Faster Hotel Check-Ins and Check-Outs – Guests can skip front desk lines and access rooms with digital keys.

Self-Ordering at Restaurants – Quick-service and fast-casual restaurants use kiosks to enhance order accuracy and speed.

Automated Ticketing and Reservations – Kiosks streamline the process for theme parks, movie theaters and travel agencies.

Personalized Customer Interactions – AI-powered kiosks can recommend services, upgrades, or add-ons based on customer preferences.

Multi-Functionality – Kiosks can serve as concierge services, providing guests with local recommendations and travel assistance.

The Future of Self-Service Kiosks The future of self-service kiosks is driven by technological advancements, including:

AI and Machine Learning – Personalized recommendations and predictive analytics will enhance user engagement.

Contactless and Mobile Integration – NFC payments and mobile app connectivity will further simplify transactions.

Biometric Authentication – Facial recognition and fingerprint scanning will improve security and user convenience.

Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Kiosks – Digital receipts and energy-efficient designs will support environmental initiatives.

Cloud-Based Management – Remote monitoring and software updates will enable seamless kiosk operations.

Voice-Activated Interfaces – Enhancing accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities.

Conclusion Self-service kiosks are no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve customer satisfaction. As the retail and hospitality industries continue to evolve, adopting kiosk technology will be key to staying competitive and meeting the ever-growing expectations of tech-savvy consumers.

What are your thoughts on the future of self-service kiosks? Share your insights in the comments below!

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By Charles Hugh Smith

OfTwoMinds.com

December 18, 2024

All three pillars propping up workforce spending are cracking. Plan accordingly.

Karl Marx and Henry Ford both understood the key pillar of an industrial economy: the workforce has to earn enough to buy the output of the economy. If the workforce doesn’t earn enough to have surplus earnings to spend on the enormous output of an industrial economy, then the producers cannot sell their goods / services at a profit, except to the few at the top as luxury goods–and that’s not an industrial economy, it’s a feudal economy of very limited scope.

Marx recognized that capitalism is a self-liquidating system as capital has the power to squeeze wages even as the output of an industrial economy steadily increases due to automation, technology, etc.

Henry Ford understood that if his own workforce couldn’t afford to buy the cars rolling off the assembly line, then his ambition to sell a car to every household was an unreachable chimera. (There were other factors, of course; the work was so brutal and mind-numbing that Ford had to pay more just to keep workers from quitting.)

If we say the three pillars holding up the economy, the conventional list is: 1) consumer spending (i.e. aggregate demand); 2) productivity and 3) corporate profits. These are not actually pillars, they are outcomes of the core pillar, wage earners making enough to buy the economy’s output.

As the statistics often cited here show, the purchasing power of wages has been declining for almost 50 years, since the mid-1970s. This means the workforce’s surplus earnings have bought less and less of the economy’s output.

There are three ways to fill the widening gap that’s opened between what the workforce has to spend as surplus earnings and the vast output of the economy: