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Advanced Sterilization Technology and Picarro Partner to Streamline Process Optimization and EtO Emissions Compliance for Sterilization Facilities

New AST BOAZ EtO Reclamation System integrates with Picarro EtO Monitoring Systems to reduce EtO usage and costs while ensuring regulatory compliance

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Picarro Inc., a global leader in gas monitoring, analytics, and services, has been selected by Advanced Sterilization Technology Inc. (AST), to enable a comprehensive solution that will enable sterilization facilities to recycle and reuse ethylene oxide (EtO) while meeting and exceeding emissions regulations. The AST BOAZ cryogenic abatement and reclamation system captures and converts gaseous EtO back into 100% liquid EtO while Picarro’s systems monitor emissions in and around the sterilization facility. The systems work together to control emissions and maintain regulatory compliance.

“Our patented, award-winning BOAZ system has been operating at four pallet sterilizers in Taiwan for more than two years. It has been shown to recover 90 percent of gaseous EtO, resulting in significant financial savings in capital equipment cost, daily operating cost, and in total EtO emissions control costs,” said Denny Christensen, CEO of AST’s new U.S. sales operations. “By integrating Picarro’s ultra-sensitive EtO monitoring systems with our BOAZ, we can give mutual customers additional confidence in their ability to streamline process optimization and compliance.”

“With the growing pressure to meet increasingly stringent EtO control, abatement, and monitoring requirements under EPA NESHAP and FIFRA, the sterilization industry needs emissions management solutions that deliver trusted data,” said Dave Miller, Vice President of Picarro’s Environmental Solutions Business. “By leveraging Picarro’s leading industrial VOC monitoring technology, AST is helping drive much-needed innovation for process optimization and compliance, giving EtO sterilization providers a powerful and reliable solution to tackle emerging regulatory challenges.”

AST BOAZ System: Capex Savings, Reduced EtO Usage, Lower Utility Costs

The AST BOAZ technology will soon be available worldwide and is ideal for facilities that utilize pure EtO for medical device sterilization. The BOAZ system’s notable benefits are:

  • Significantly reduces capital equipment cost for EtO emission control.
  • Significantly reduces cost of EtO used to sterilize as 90% of the EtO gas from the sterilization process is recovered.
  • Significantly reduces the day-to-day EtO emission control utility operating cost for EtO emission control.
  • Changes the requirements for meeting the EPA requirements as 90% of the EtO emissions are eliminated. This changes the EPA compliance requirements due to a 90% reduction in actual EtO emissions.
  • Environmentally Green, much better for the environment as significantly less EtO is used.

Picarro EtO Solutions: Trusted Data, Expert Guidance, and Comprehensive Support

Effective and profitable sterilization operations demand focus. Picarro’s suite of EtO emissions management services and solutions allows operators to focus on their business while Picarro focuses on compliance. Picarro solutions streamline emissions management for EtO and other hazardous pollutants. The Picarro EtO compliance services and solutions provide:

  • Trusted Data: Workplace Monitoring, Fenceline, and Continuous Emissions Monitoring (CEMS) systems deliver ultra-precise, interference-free detection, analysis, and reporting of EtO.
  • Expert Guidance: Experienced team assesses operations and provides tailored advice for navigating regulatory requirements.
  • World-Class Support: End-to-end services prevent costly downtime, mitigate risks, and avoid compliance penalties.

About Advanced Sterilization Technology

Advanced Sterilization Technology (AST) provides the BOAZ EtO Reclamation system to the EtO sterilization industry. This system returns EtO to the sterilization line and even to its original package after being reclaimed. This not only reduces the use of EtO by as much as 90% it reduces waste in the process.

For more information, visit AST in Booth #559 at MD&M West, February 4-6 in Anaheim, California. Or visit https://www.tast.com.tw/service-EO-recycle.php

About Picarro

Picarro, Inc. is a global leader in advanced gas monitoring and analytics solutions. Coupled with expert services, our offerings deliver trusted data to simplify regulatory compliance, optimize energy infrastructure, and advance scientific research. For more information, visit www.picarro.com.

Contacts:

Denny Christensen
CEO
Advanced Sterilization Technology Inc.
denny@astboaz.com
Mobile: 408-667-6817

Jake Thill
Director of Marketing
Picarro Inc.
jthill@picarro.com

 

Zeus To Launch Next-Gen Film-Cast PTFE Liners Engineered for Flexibility and Superior Strength

Unveiling at MD&M West, the new StreamLiner™ NG catheter liners minimize defects and maximize performance vs. existing film-cast PTFE liners.

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zeus, a global leader in advanced polymer solutions and catheter manufacturing, announced today its plans to unveil StreamLiner™ NG, the latest addition to the company’s StreamLiner series of ultra-thin-walled catheter liners. The company will unveil this innovation at booth #3001 during next week’s MD&M West trade show in Anaheim, California.

“For years, the Zeus StreamLiner series has set the standard for ultra-thin-walled, high-performance PTFE catheter liners,” noted Suresh Sainath, Chief Technology Officer at Zeus. “Now, we’re adding to this incredible product portfolio by introducing our first film-cast offering to the PTFE StreamLiner family, one that will raise the bar for what engineers can expect in performance from film-cast liners.”

Using a new, proprietary film-cast process, Zeus is able to produce StreamLiner NG with significantly improved consistency when compared to existing film-cast liners, helping to reduce imperfections and pinholes commonly seen in other offerings. This consistency, combined with the exceptional sizing and tolerances of existing StreamLiner™ offerings, results in an ultra-thin liner with remarkable flexibility, mechanical performance, and reliability.

The StreamLiner NG catheter liners are Zeus’ most flexible liners yet—ideal for traversing the most complex vasculatures, such as those found below the knee and above the neck, to deliver critical therapies.

“Given the flexibility film-cast liners provide, engineers prefer them for certain applications but face performance challenges due to surface imperfections and pinholes,” Suresh added. “Our new film-cast liner is the solution. By reducing surface imperfections and pinholes, StreamLiner NG can navigate the most tortuous paths and deliver superior strength and performance, significantly reducing these challenges.”

“Our new StreamLiner NG liners are a testament to our continued drive to help solve market challenges and enable our partners to innovate without compromise,” said Paddy O’Brien, Chief Executive Officer at Zeus. “The past several months have been transformative for our company as we’ve continued to build momentum, push the boundaries of innovation, and redefine what’s possible. I’m energized by the progress we’ve made and look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead as we shape the future of catheter design.”

QUICK FACTS

  • Zeus has developed StreamLiner NG, the latest addition to the StreamLiner series of ultra-thin PTFE catheter liners with max wall thicknesses of 0.001″ (0.025 mm) and below.
  • The proprietary film-cast process used to produce StreamLiner NG helps reduce surface imperfections and pinholes, a common issue with existing film-cast liners.
  • StreamLiner NG liners are the most flexible PTFE catheter liners ever produced by Zeus.
  • Zeus will showcase the new liners in booth #3001 at MD&M West.

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StreamLiner™ NG: Click here to request a prototype run.

ABOUT ZEUS

Zeus, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer extrusion and catheter design manufacturer. More than 55 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows Zeus to achieve its mission to provide solutions, enable innovation, and enhance lives. The company employs over 2,400 people worldwide with facilities in Aiken, Columbia, Gaston, Orangeburg, St. Matthews, South Carolina; Branchburg, New Jersey; Chattanooga, Tennessee; San Jose, California; Arden Hills, Minnesota; Guangzhou, China; and Letterkenny, Ireland. For more information, visit www.zeusinc.com.

 

Eye Level Launches “Summit of Math” – A Personalized Online Math Program for Grades 1-10

FORT LEE BOROUGH, N.J., Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Eye Level, a global leader in supplemental education, proudly announces the launch of Summit of Math, an innovative online math program designed for students in grades 1-10.

Exploring critical thinking through Summit of Math!
Exploring critical thinking through Summit of Math!

Summit of Math offers a comprehensive, standards-aligned curriculum covering Grades 1-8 Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. This state-of-the-art program features Eye Level’s proprietary Walk Me Through technology, delivering real-time guided instruction and continuous assessments. It identifies learning gaps and provides personalized study plans to ensure students master critical math concepts.

Comprehensive Math Curriculum with Real-Time Insights

With an intuitive and user-friendly design, Summit of Math empowers students to start learning immediately. The platform provides instructors with real-time data to pinpoint individual weaknesses and track progress. This data-driven approach helps students seamlessly transition to more advanced topics when ready.

Enhancing Math Skills and Critical Thinking

The launch of Summit of Math complements Eye Level’s existing math programs, equipping students to excel in school and beyond. It is available now at select Eye Level Learning Centers.

For more information or to find a center near you, visit https://www.myeyelevel.com/US/programs/summit_of_math.do or email info.summitofmath@myeyelevel.com.

About Eye Level

Eye Level is a trusted global education provider dedicated to helping each child reach their full potential. With its parent company Daekyo, Eye Level has supported millions of students in over 20 countries, providing personalized learning experiences that inspire academic success and critical thinking.

Contact Information:
Eye Level / Daekyo America
1310 Palisade Ave, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

IMG Travel Outlook Survey Predicts Top Destinations and Travel Trends for 2025

INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IMG (International Medical Group), an award-winning global insurance benefits and assistance services company, has released the results of its annual Travel Outlook Survey that gathered more than 1,500 responses from IMG customers about their 2025 travel plans.

The survey reveals that 96% of respondents plan to travel internationally in 2025, with 51% of those respondents planning to take 3 or more international trips throughout the year. When asked about domestic U.S. travel plans for 2025, 85% of respondents have at least one domestic trip planned for the year, with 52% planning to travel domestically 3+ times in 2025.

“Each year, we look forward to the results of our Travel Outlook Survey to help us better understand how our customers are planning to travel in the year ahead,” said Steve Paraboschi, IMG President and CEO. “Travel trends are constantly evolving, and this research helps IMG better meet the growing demands of international and domestic travelers.”

Travel Outlook Survey Findings:

Popular trips: urban tourism and family visits

When asked about the types of trips travelers plan to take in 2025, the most popular responses were:

  1. Urban tourism (visiting a major city or country) – 53% of respondents
  2. Visiting family in another country – 51% of respondents
  3. Beach vacation – 42% of respondents
  4. Rural tourism (exploring the countryside, nature-based experiences) – 40% of respondents

Other popular trip types for 2025 include adventure/sport (hiking, skiing, golfing, etc.), resort vacation, special interest/event, and cruises.

“We saw concert tourism grow significantly in 2024 as fans traveled the world to see Taylor Swift, and with other big-name artists planning world tours in 2025, we expect to see these types of special interest and event-focused trips continue,” said Justin Poehler, IMG Chief Commercial Officer. “We’re also excited to see that more than half of our respondents plan to visit family abroad in 2025, and with those international trips, it’s especially important that travelers have the proper travel protection plan in place before leaving home.”

Travel spending on the rise

With the vast majority of respondents planning multiple international and domestic trips, it comes as no surprise that 29% plan to spend more money on travel in 2025 than they did last year.

Trending types of travel: solo, bleisure, and multigenerational

Solo travel is another prevailing trend in 2025, with 48% of respondents planning to take a solo trip throughout the year. According to survey results, the two most popular types of trips for solo travelers include visiting family in another country (57%) and urban tourism (54%).

Business travel is also on the rise. In 2025, 57% of all respondents are planning to travel for business, a 7% increase compared to 2024 survey results. Of those respondents, 59% say they are likely to add personal vacation time before or after at least one of their business trips, often referred to as “bleisure travel.”

Multigenerational travel will also continue to be popular in 2025. Results show that 34% of families have a domestic or international trip planned with multiple generations (children, parents, and grandparents, etc.).

Top travel concerns

Year after year, survey results show that getting sick or having an accident during a trip continues to be the top concern for travelers, followed by concerns about trip cancellation and interruption. Respondents ranked their top concerns for 2025 as follows:

  1. Getting sick or having an accident while at their destination
  2. Needing to cancel their trip before they depart
  3. Issues getting to or from their destination
  4. Needing to interrupt their trip while at their destination

Top destinations

The most popular destinations respondents plan to travel to next in 2025 include Canada, Italy, Mexico, Japan, and France—making the list for the first time since 2022.

About IMG® (International Medical Group®)

IMG® (International Medical Group®), a SiriusPoint company, is an award-winning global insurance benefits and assistance services company that has served millions of members worldwide since its founding in 1990. The preeminent provider of travel and health safety solutions, IMG offers a wide range of insurance programs, including international private medical insurance, travel medical insurance, and travel insurance, as well as enterprise services, including insurance administrative services and 24/7 emergency medical, security, and travel assistance. IMG’s world-class services, combined with an extensive product portfolio, provide Global Peace of Mind® for travelers, students, missionaries, marine crews, and other individuals or groups traveling, working, or living away from home. For more information, please visit www.imglobal.com.

 

NYSE CONTENT ADVISORY: PRE-MARKET UPDATE FOR JANUARY 30th

NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is proud to offer a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

 

NYSE CONTENT ADVISORY: PRE-MARKET UPDATE FOR JANUARY 30th

Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on January 30th

  • Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged on Wednesday
  • Mixed earnings reports for Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla
  • Apple set to report earnings after close today

Watch NYSE TV Live every weekday 9:00-10:00am ET 

 

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Vertiv and Johnson Controls Take the Lead in ABI Research’s Thermal Management Providers for Data Centers Competitive Ranking

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thermal management is a significant overhead cost for data center (DC) operators, as lowering operating costs is a daily challenge. The performance, stability, and equipment life span are dependent on the execution of efficient cooling solutions. The new Competitive Assessment by global technology intelligence firm ABI Research provides an in-depth and unbiased examination of the top nine leading thermal management solution providers for DC operations, which include hardware, software, and allied services provided in-house or through strategic partnerships. The companies evaluated and ranked are:

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“The analysis focused on eleven criteria segmented across innovation and implementation. The innovation criteria evaluated the solution providers based on thermal management solutions offered: hardware, software, and allied services, solution reliability, inbuilt or software tools to optimize DC operations, interoperability with DC operation tools, innovative features, and end-of-life/circular initiatives. The set of criteria under implementation focuses on geographical presence, market share, deployments, operation and maintenance support, partnerships, case studies, and time to value,” explains Rithika Thomas, Sustainable Technologies Senior Analyst at ABI Research.

Vertiv took the overall lead, benefiting from the first mover advantage through the dedicated AI DC portfolio Vertiv360, leveraging its strong ecosystem partnerships with Nvidia and Intel. In addition, its scaled global deployments demonstrated Vertiv’s expertise in thermal management hardware, software for critical infrastructure, and allied services like power, IT equipment, and servicing efficient DCs. Johnson Controls, a fierce competitor of Vertiv, is a leader in the implementation criteria and has been exceeding market expectations. Its comprehensive and dedicated data center portfolio comprising of hardware, software, fire safety, security and building automation combined with its global presence, customer centric approach, and scaled deployments resulted in overall second position, making Johnson Controls a well-placed solution provider in the ecosystem.

Vertiv, Johnson Controls & Schneider Electric are innovation leaders pushing the boundaries on the potential of DC cooling solutions through dedicated product ranges, namely Vertiv 360AI, Johnson Controls’ Global DC Solutions organization’ and Schneider Electric’s approach and portfolio catering from ‘Grid to chip, Chip to Chiller’. Johnson Control, Vertiv & Daikin are the top three implementation leaders due to their strong established ecosystem partnerships built over the years, in-house expertise on data center cooling, global scale deployments, partnerships, and commercialized solutions in the market today.

With the rise of high-density IT racks and AI models, advanced energy efficient cooling solutions like liquid cooling, are creating opportunities for established HVAC players to acquire stake in SMEs providing advanced cooling capabilities to address customer need for a ‘one stop’ solution providers. “To succeed in a competitive marketplace, thermal management solution providers are also catering to related operational & hardware requirements of DC such as energy, fire safety, security, IT servers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), remote monitoring and servicing, as the DC industry is large, yet the customer base is limited. Thus, established HVAC providers are catering to evolving customer needs and expanding portfolio services to capture the customer base, optimize DC operations, and reduce costs and carbon footprints,” Thomas concludes.

These findings are from ABI Research’s Thermal Management Providers for Data Centers competitive ranking. This report is part of the company’s Smart Buildings research service, which includes research, data, and analyst insights.  Based on extensive primary interviews, Competitive Ranking reports offer comprehensive analysis of implementation and innovation strategies to offer unparalleled insight into a company’s performance and standing compared to its competitors.

About ABI Research

ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology solution providers and end-market companies. We serve as the bridge that seamlessly connects these two segments by providing exclusive research and expert guidance to drive successful technology implementations and deliver strategies proven to attract and retain customers.

ABI Research是一家全球性的技术情报公司,拥有得天独厚的优势,充当终端市场公司和技术解决方案提供商之间的桥梁,通过提供独家研究和专业性指导,推动成功的技术实施和提供经证明可吸引和留住客户的战略,无缝连接这两大主体。

For more information about ABI Research’s services, contact us at +1.516.624.2500 in the Americas, +44.203.326.0140 in Europe, +65.6592.0290 in Asia-Pacific, or visit www.abiresearch.com.

Contact Info:

Global
Deborah Petrara
Tel: +1.516.624.2558
pr@abiresearch.com   

 

Naas Technology Inc. Completes China’s First Carbon Emission Reduction Credit Transaction in EV Charging Space, Pioneering Opportunities in Sustainable Mobility

BEIJING, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NaaS Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: NAAS) (“NaaS” or the “Company”), the first U.S.-listed EV charging service company in China, recently announced successful completion of China’s first-ever carbon emission reduction credit transaction in the electric vehicle (EV) charging arena. In partnership with Hubei Zhongtan Asset Management Co., Ltd. (“Zhongtan Asset Management”), NaaS facilitated the sale of 1,962 tons of carbon emission reductions generated from EV charging adoption. This milestone transaction establishes a new benchmark in deploying green mobility and advancing carbon neutrality.

Since 2021, NaaS has been at the forefront of integrating carbon reduction into EV charging sector. The Company launched its industry-first EV charging carbon account, enabling EV users to track and redeem carbon points earned from daily charging activities. These carbon credits, including 1,962 tons generated between September 24 and October 29, 2024, were collected via Kuaidian platform, NaaS’s strategic partner. Through the Kuaidian app, mini-programs, and third-party portals, EV users can authorize their accounts to engage in green mobility initiatives. This process allows users to accumulate carbon reduction points that can be redeemed for incentives such as charging fee discounts, generating a positive closed-loop ecosystem of green mobility and carbon reduction transactions to further motivate EV users. As of June 30, 2024, over 800,000 users have selected carbon accounts, showcasing the platform’s leadership in contribution to environmental sustainability.

Ms. Yang Wang, Chief Executive Officer of NaaS, commented: “Our execution of this inaugural transaction proves the viability and the market potential of EV charging carbon credits for our current and potential users. By leveraging our scalable platform and partnerships, we are driving business growth while combating climate changes. Looking ahead, NaaS remains committed to expanding our carbon reduction initiatives and accelerating the adoption of green mobility solutions. With significant growth potential in EV charging carbon credits, we are poised to play a key role in leading transportation decarbonization and advancing China’s carbon neutrality targets for environmental protection.”

About NaaS Technology Inc.

NaaS Technology Inc. is the first U.S. listed EV charging service company in China. The Company is a subsidiary of Newlinks Technology Limited, a leading energy digitalization group in China. The Company provides one-stop solutions to energy asset owners comprising charging services, energy solutions and new initiatives, supporting every stage of energy assets’ lifecycle and facilitating energy transition.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains statements of a forward-looking nature. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify these forward-looking statements by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “estimates” and similar statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company and the industry. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that its expectations will turn out to be correct, and investors are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: NaaS’ goals and strategies; its future business development, financial conditions and results of operations; its ability to continuously develop new technology, services and products and keep up with changes in the industries in which it operates; growth of China’s EV charging industry and EV charging service industry and NaaS’ future business development; demand for and market acceptance of NaaS’ products and services; NaaS’ ability to protect and enforce its intellectual property rights; NaaS’ ability to attract and retain qualified executives and personnel; the COVID-19 pandemic and the effects of government and other measures that have been or will be taken in connection therewith; U.S.-China trade war and its effect on NaaS’ operation, fluctuations of the RMB exchange rate, and NaaS’ ability to obtain adequate financing for its planned capital expenditure requirements; NaaS’ relationships with end-users, customers, suppliers and other business partners; competition in the industry; relevant government policies and regulations related to the industry; and fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China and globally. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in NaaS’ filings with the SEC.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Investor Relations
NaaS Technology Inc.
E-mail: ir@enaas.com
Media inquiries:
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Sagility acquires BroadPath Healthcare Solutions, a US healthcare focused services company

Sagility aims to accelerate growth in the mid-market payer segment with this acquisition

BENGALURU, India, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sagility, a leading tech-enabled business operations solutions and services provider in the healthcare sector, today announced its acquisition of BroadPath Healthcare Solutions, a US healthcare focused services company, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, US. BroadPath operates a work-from-home delivery model with over 1600 employees located across the US and Philippines. Its service portfolio includes member engagement, member acquisition, claims and appeals administration, provider enrollment and credentialing.

The acquisition of BroadPath aligns with Sagility’s strategy to diversify its client base and add new capabilities to its services portfolio. This acquisition significantly expands Sagility’s market presence, adding more than 30 new clients. It further strengthens Sagility’s position among the top ten largest health plans in the US. In addition, the acquisition gives Sagility the opportunity to cross-sell its broad service offerings to several mid-market clients including payers, third-party administrators, pharmacy benefit managers and providers. BroadPath’s member acquisition services will be a new capability addition to Sagility’s offerings.

BroadPath has been a pioneer in the work-from-home model even before the COVID-19 pandemic. Their proprietary Bhive platform improves employee engagement and optimizes operating metrics in a work-from-home model ensuring superior experience for employees and clients alike.

“We are very excited to add a sizeable number of clients through the acquisition of BroadPath. Their unrelenting focus on clients and employees aligns well with our beliefs and we are confident of seamlessly integrating BroadPath’s clients and employees into our larger organization. The strong operating leadership team at BroadPath, with deep relationships across health plans, will remain with the business and continue to drive success for clients,” said Ramesh Gopalan, Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Sagility.

“Our clients will benefit from the opportunity to utilize the broader set of services and transformational capabilities that Sagility offers. Sagility brings advanced capabilities such as automation, analytics, and artificial intelligence which will enable our clients to further drive efficiencies and improve member engagement,” said Don Hubman, Chief Executive Officer of BroadPath Healthcare Solutions.

About Sagility 

https://sagilityhealth.com/