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PaperCity bets big on Round Top
industry insider | Oct 15, 2020 |
By Fred Nicolaus
Twice a year, for a few days, a tiny town in rural Texas (population: 90) is besieged by tens of thousands of people, all of them on the hunt for that rarest of treasures: the perfect antique. Design world celebrities, ranging from Martyn Lawrence Bullard to Chip and Joanna Gaines, attend regularly, as do A-listers like Matthew McConaughey. Thousands of dealers from all around the world come to rent out barns or set up tents in empty fields to peddle their wares. It's Round Top, the Coachella of antiques fairs. (Since the Texas festival is more than 50 years old, it might be more accurate to call Coachella the Round Top of music.)
Design influencer Emily Henderson shopping Round TopCourtesy of PaperCity
This year's fall edition launches today as normal, save some COVID precautions. However, there may be change afoot at Round Top. The owners of PaperCity, Texas's most well-known design and luxury publication, have just purchased the handful of special interest magazines—Round Top Antiques Show Guide, Round Top Texas Life & Style and Round Top Register—that have been covering the fair. The move, nominally a low-key media merger, is only the first step of a more significant strategic push for the Houston-based publishing brand.
"This will be the biggest thing I've been involved with in my life," PaperCity president Jim Kastleman tells Business of Home. "I'm even planning on buying a place there." In partnership with Katie Stavinoha, the owner of the three publications and roundtop.com (Kastleman referred to her the "de facto mayor of Round Top"), he's hoping to fill a vacuum by bringing some structure—and sponsorship revenue—to the iconic fair.
Another crazy thing about an already bonkers event: There is no central authority that organizes Round Top. High Point has the HPMA, Legends has the LCDQ—Round Top is simply the product of tens of thousands of people all showing up at the same time, merely by tradition. (If you'll forgive one final Coachella comparison, imagine if all 50 bands and 100,000 attendees showed up on the same weekend every year, just because.)
Kastleman isn't planning to take over scheduling or tent permits ("No one can own Round Top," he says), but the deal will help create a structure for clearer communication and programming. Under the arrangement, PaperCity will take over and likely consolidate the three magazines into two. But the publications are merely the tip of the iceberg.
The 'Bull Market' tent at Round TopCourtesy of PaperCity
"No one is [currently] selling sponsorships, no one is selling ticketed VIP events—and that's what we do," says Kastleman. (PaperCity hosts design weeks in both Houston and Dallas.) "These publications are great, and we'll grow them, but the real play is the programming. To me, the excitement is bringing some structure and events—people are craving it."
Starting with next spring's fair, Kastleman says the new partnership will stage a VIP tent, as well as salons, book signings and talks. The focus of the content, he says, will be weighted toward interior design. "[Round Top] isn't really about just antiques. It's about style."
There are other opportunities as well. Kastleman points out that the coronavirus pandemic has helped fuel a resurgence of interest in small-town Texas, as Houstonians look to get out of the city (a booming real estate market is never a bad thing for a luxury publisher). "The [real estate agents] out there will tell you it's a historic year for them," he says. "It's an hour and a half from Houston, this bucolic area of Texas. People will show up to look at houses, and at the end of the day they'll say, 'Great, I want that one.' That's an indicator of what's happening even outside of the shows."
The upside is obvious. As for the risk, Kastleman is mindful of preserving Round Top's charm by using a light touch. "It's a special place because it has retained a high level of authenticity," says Kastleman. "The challenge will be to layer on a commercial aspect but keep it authentic. ... People know there needs to be more programming, but they trust us to do it in a tasteful way."
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Love this idea..a blow up kiddies pool would be great too..can't wait tomtry in the dementia wing.
Hi Patricia, what a great idea with the pond. Thumbs Up for you!
I made 10 mullets, the activity was used on the 25th January for Australia day activities. We used a hoop with tissue paper for a pond.
Our residents in the Dementia unit had a wonderful time throwing the fish.


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CrossFit HQ recently published an overview of the 2021-2022 Games season, outlining some key dates, as well as a summary of the different competition stages. So what do we know so far?
Let's re-wind for a moment, and take it back to basics:
What actually are the CrossFit Games?
The CrossFit Games are an annual athletic competition, owned and run by CrossFit, LLC. Athletes compete in a series of events at the Games, which may be various standard CrossFit workouts consisting of metabolic conditioning exercises (think ergs, running – what we tend to call 'cardio' on the whiteboard!) weightlifting, and gymnastics movements, as well as a handful of activities from other sports such as swimming, cycling, and strongman. The events generally are not revealed before the Games, and although the format of many of the events will be familiar to the athletes, many of the exact details regarding number of workouts, movement combinations, length of workouts and even location have often been kept secret right up until they enter the competition floor.
The variety, volume and intensity, not to mention unexpected twists to workouts, challenge the athletes both physically and mentally.
Winners of the CrossFit Games earn cash prizes, and the title of "Fittest on Earth."The competition started in 2007 and has been held every year since, normally in the summer.
So what do we know so far about the 2022 Season?
As previous years, the season will begin with the CrossFit Open: stage one, which anyone and everyone who wishes to can register for and take part in. Last year, the Open consisted of 3 workouts across 3 weeks (with one released each work, to be completed within 4 days of release). The format is expected to be the same this year, with registration for the Open launching on January 13th, and the first workout commencing on February 24th! The next two will be released on the following two weekends, with the final date for submission of the third and final workout being March 14th.
The workouts will be released with different variations depending on the athlete category, including the classic 'RX and Scaled' versions, as well as various age category groups for teens and masters, and various adaptive categories. In fact, CrossFit have hinted that we should expect to see additional divisions this year making the Games even more inclusive, with the following statement:
"Last year marked an important milestone in the evolution and growth of the CrossFit Games with the addition of two new age groups and eight new adaptive divisions. This year will bring exciting new opportunities for competitive athletes and fans alike — so stay tuned for updates."
So, back to the Open – participants will be able to take part across the globe, submitting scores online in the hopes to make the cut. The top 10% from each continental region will advance to the online Quarter Finals.
Quarter Finals
As last year, the quarter finals will take place online. Athletes will take place in a series of workouts spread over a weekend, submitting scores and accompanying videos online in the hopes to advance to the next round. These workouts typically feature some higher skill gymnastics, heavier loads and more complex movements than those featured in the Open. 300 male and 300 female athletes will then progress to the Semi Finals. The number of athlete spaces varies in some regions, based on the number of participates CrossFit expect to see – for example, 120 places (for each men and women) will be allocated to the top performers from the North American region, 60 in Europe, and 30 in each of the other continental regions. For individual athletes, these online Quarters will take place just 10 days after The Open finishes, on March 24th-27th.
All being well with regard to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the hopes are to hold all of the Semi Finals in person. Last year, many of these were taken online, and hundreds of athletes missed out on the chance of taking part in a large in-person event despite having advanced so far in the competition. The re-introduction of this in-person stage will be an exciting opportunity for competitive athletes, and a brilliant spectacle for those who want to witness the action! These are expected to take place from the end of May until mid June, in various locations around the world. Only a small handful of the Semi-Finals athletes will advance to the final stage: The CrossFit Games. Again, numbers vary slightly – North America will see the highest number of athletes progress to the Games of all the regions (20 athletes, 5 from each each of the 4 Semi-Final events), although it's important to note that this is the largest region for participants, so qualifying places are proportionate.
Extra Qualifying Opportunities
As previous years, there are some additional qualifying opportunities for athletes, including a 'Last Chance Qualifier' which is scheduled to take place at the end of June / start of July, for any athletes who just missed out on a Games spot – to have a final stab at making the cut!
The top 40 men and 40 women from around the world will come together to compete for the title of Fittest on Earth at the 2022 Nobull CrossFit Games, to take place in the first week of August 2022.
The teams, age group and adaptive divisions will see a very similar qualifying format to the individuals qualification process for athletes to advance to the games. For the full details and breakdown of qualifying places, head over to the official CrossFit Games website!
What does this mean for us?
In previous years at UV we have often programmed the Open workout into Friday's classes. This year, we plan to host a fun and inclusive 'Friday Night Lights' spectacle each Friday for the 3 weeks of the CrossFit Open. Members can come down and book onto a particular heat, where they will carry out their chosen version of the Open workout. Members can stay to judge, count reps, and most importantly cheer one another on! So whether you plan to submit your scores online and join the CrossFit Open, or if you want to simply get involved for a bit of fun and fitness, you can enjoy a brilliantly buzzing atmosphere. Keep your eyes peeled and ears to the wall for news and updates from us at UV!
So there we have it – what we know so far, with a brief overview of dates, numbers and format! Whether competitive CrossFit is your thing or not, it's an enormously fun way to get involved in the UV and wider CrossFit community. Whether you plan on having a stab at the Open workouts yourself for the first time, or maybe you're hoping to qualify for the Quarters or Semis, or perhaps you just want to get in on the action and hope to come down to Friday Night Lights and cheer on some fellow members – there's something for everyone. Open 2022 here we come!
Got a question? Get in touch! Book your free No Sweat Intro now – we'd love to meet you!


UK driving licences may no longer be valid in the EU after a no-deal Brexit.
Here's what may happen should Britain crash out of the union without making arrangements.
Will UK driving licences be valid in Europe after Brexit?
After a no-deal Brexit UK drivers living in the EU may have to get an international driving permit if they want to drive in some European countries.
On January 14 the Government released new guidance warning Brits their current driving licences will be useless on the continent in a no-deal scenario on April 12.
From that date and under those circumstances you may have to pass a driving test in the EU country you live in to be able to carry on driving there.
There are around 1.3million Brits living in other EU countries who could be affected by the change in rules.
Anyone planning to drive in the EU as a tourist will need to spend £5.50 on an international permit if we leave without a deal.
If British licences are no longer recognised in Europe after the Brexit deal is signed, drivers may be forced to purchase an International Driving Permit (IDP), which would allow them to drive in the EU for up to 12 months.
An International Driving Permit isn't the same as an International Driving Licence (IDL) – which isn't a legally recognised document.
An IDP is already required for many nations including Egypt, India, Japan, Brazil and Argentina, although the US, Australia and Canada accept the current pink UK driving licence.
To apply for an IDP you must be over 18 and hold a valid UK driving licence.
How can you get an International Driving Permit?
Available from Post Offices and motoring organisations like the AA and RAC, the permit will cost drivers £5.50.
Check what is required in the country you are visiting before travelling.
A spokesman for the Department for Transport told Auto Express: "Our aim is to reach an agreement with the EU for mutual licence recognition after Brexit."
A No Deal departure from the European Union means leaving without formal arrangements for the future relationship or any transition period.
Negotiations under Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty led to the withdrawal agreement in November - but MPs rejected it repeatedly.


In place at Sarah Lawrence College since 2004, all-gender housing is designed to allow two or more students to share bedroom and/or bathroom spaces regardless of gender identity.
All-gender housing is available within most on-campus residence halls to allow students to select the housing that best fits their lifestyle without concern for gender restrictions. It benefits every student to be able to choose a roommate with whom they are most comfortable.
First-year students self-identify their gender on a housing questionnaire, and the College selects housing based on that information. Sarah Lawrence College will consult with students on an individual basis to find a fitting accommodation.
The intention of all-gender housing is not to encourage any romantic couple to rush into living together. While this may be the choice of some students, the majority of all-gender residents are students who are friends and share similar living habits, regardless of gender.


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Do I actually need to change the system or will a basic repair work get the job done?
Exactly how swiftly can I obtain a brand-new system mounted in the case of an emergency?
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When the heating and cooling system in your residence begins to break, you have to collaborate with a firm that specializes in PA COOLING AND HEATING services. Avoid general handyman as they are not geared up to handle larger installment tasks or much more difficult repair services. Making use of the company with the knowledgeable labor force that could take care of home heating repair works and air conditioning repair services is crucial. All of our professionals are accredited for the task.
Never assume that contractors are primarily the exact same or that a specialist excels because he or she services a certain brand of A/C system. Your objective is to locate a professional that will ask inquiries about your system, do analysis examinations, discuss all your options extensively, and also collaborate with you to find the appropriate service for your home and budget plan.
Are you licensed, bound, and guaranteed for general liability as well as workers' compensation?
Can you offer referrals from consumers you have benefited in the last three months? Have reviews been published to your site? (It's additionally a great idea to check the Web for outdoors evaluations of your professional.).
Can you give a totally free written estimate laying out all the terms and conditions of what we talk about?
If a brand-new system needs to be installed, are there any discounts or tax credit histories available for installation?
What sort of service warranty or assurance exists for the unit? Does your firm guarantee your job?
Is a service contract included or readily available? Will your company service the system after installation?
Do you provide 24-hour emergency service in situation of heating or cooling problems?
Will you handle all needed authorizations and also municipal needs for the work?
What brands of HEATING AND COOLING systems do you carry? How are your brand names rated for energy effectiveness?
How much time will the work take? Will you tidy up after the task is completed?
This could appear like a long list of inquiries. Due to the fact that your A/C system is a necessary component of your home and represents a substantial financial investment, it is wise to be educated and also pleased that you have picked the best Air Conditioner pro for your requirements.
We always notify our consumers exactly just what is included in all repair services and also we give written estimates. That is because we stand behind all of our job and also our prices. Examine out our testimonials online to see just how satisfied our consumers are!
What can TRULY occur if you don't change your HVAC filter consistently?
What could truly happen is you use your blower out quicker, use more electricity or gas, and don't obtain the most efficient use of your system. Blocking air flow additionally triggers AIR CONDITIONING systems to breakdown. Modern heat exchangers (the metal component that the air impacts over before coming out of the registers) lack the heavy thickness of old heaters, so new devices is much extra sensitive to inadequate air motion.
Setup for this type of system usually contains 2 parts: an interior device called an air handler as well as an exterior unit similar to a central air conditioning conditioner, however referred to as a heatpump. A compressor flows cooling agent that soaks up and releases warmth as it travels in between the interior as well as outdoor units.
Heat pumps are designed to relocate thermal power contrary to the instructions of spontaneous heat circulation by soaking up warm from a cold area as well as releasing it to a warmer one. A heatpump utilizes some amount of external power to accomplish the job of transferring power from the warmth resource to the heat sink.
A mini-split heatpump supplies forced-air cooling and heating, but without the use of ductwork. Therefore, these units are also referred to as ductless heat pumps or ductless mini-splits.
If you heat with power, a heatpump can trim the quantity of electricity you use for home heating by as much as 30% to 40%. High-efficiency heatpump additionally evaporate much better than common central air conditioners, causing much less power use as well as more cooling convenience in summertime.
An air source heat pump (ASHP) is a system which transfers warmth from outdoors to inside a building, or the other way around. Under the principles of vapor compression refrigeration, an ASHP uses a refrigerant system entailing a compressor as well as a condenser to absorb heat at one location and release it at one more.


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Sigibert von Köln, der Lahme, war ein fränkischer Kleinkönig, der um 500 über Köln und wohl auch Teile des Rheinlandes (Rheinfranken) herrschte. Ob er aus dem Geschlecht der Merowinger stammt, ist unklar – wird aber in der Forschung häufiger verneint als befürwortet.

Sigibert wurde in der Schlacht von Zülpich, die die Franken wohl im Jahr 496 oder 497 gegen die Alamannen schlugen, am Knie verwundet. Aufgrund dieser Verletzung trug er auch den Beinamen "der Lahme". Nach dem Geschichtswerk Decem libri historiarum des Gregor von Tours stiftete Chlodwig I. Sigiberts Sohn Chloderich dazu an, seinen Vater zu ermorden (Greg. Tur. II. 40). Dieser ließ seinen Vater daraufhin tatsächlich umbringen und wurde für kurze Zeit sein Nachfolger. Wenig später bezichtigte Chlodwig ihn deshalb, ein Mörder zu sein, und ließ ihn umbringen, obwohl Chloderich ihn vorher in einer Schlacht gegen die Westgoten unterstützt hatte. Daraufhin wurde Chlodwig auch zum König der Rheinfranken erhoben. Sigibert starb demnach vor 511, dem Todesjahr Chlodwigs. Die genaue Chronologie der Ereignisse ist allerdings unklar, Sigibert wurde wohl erst nach 508 ermordet.

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Siehe auch die Literaturangaben im Artikel Merowinger.

 Ian N. Wood: The Merovingian Kingdoms, 450–751. Longman, London/New York 1994, ISBN 0582493722.

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We have an in-house embalming facility which is equipped to the highest possible standard. Our embalmers are registered both with the Professional Embalmers Association of Ireland (PEAI) as well as the British Institute of Embalmers (BIE). Dignity, care and respect is shown at all times to the deceased, from our staff who take such pride in their professional skills and the important work that they do.
As part of our commitment to the care of the deceased and striving to achieve the highest quality funeral for everyone, we recommend embalming and hygienic treatment. Modern embalming and Hygienic Treatment involves the injection of a treated arterial solution into the vascular system, which sanitises and partially preserves the body, enabling an optimal presentation of the deceased for their family, on being true to how the deceased person liked to appear.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions relating to embalming and the embalming process. Call Clare Ann on (087) 7647731.
Meet our Embalmers
Clare Ann graduated with an honours Bachelor of Education in Education and Psychology degree from Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick in 2018 and worked as a primary school teacher for three years in both Dublin and Galway.
Clare Ann said she always wanted to be a Funeral Director and an Embalmer and in 2022, qualified from The Irish College of Funeral Directing and Embalming. Clare Ann says that it is always an honour and a privilege to be entrusted with someone's loved one and that she treats each deceased person, as if they were a member of her own family.
Paul Fahy
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People typically position their outdoor kitchen and patio pieces close together because they're limited on space, but if you have the real estate to spread out your backyard living space, then take it! It doesn't have to be a spiral staircase or anything, but installing a few steps that lead from your kitchen to your dining area will provide more opportunity for movement, plus it adds a level of luxury to the dining area by setting it apart from the rest of the kitchen.
How much time do you spend just standing by the grill? Resist the urge to open the grill or flip the meat more often than you should by giving yourself something else to do instead. A chin-up bar, for example, offers the perfectly accessible distraction that will get you moving while you're grilling. In between chin-ups, you can work on getting that perfect char on your steak.
It's fun to swivel in your chair; you don't even think about the fact that you're also working out your abs while you do it! So, instead of getting stationary bar stools for your outdoor kitchen, opt for the chairs that swivel, so you can move while you hang out in one of your favorite spots.
Patios are such nice places to relax and do a little yoga (if that's your thing). The only problem is, patios usually have concrete floors or sometimes wood decking with ridges. Either way, such flooring is not very comfortable when you're doing shoulder stands and such.
When you're in the design phase of creating your outdoor kitchen, dedicate a section of our outdoor living space to low impact flooring. You may want to install a patch near the fireplace if you like hot yoga, or you may decide to put it in the corner of your kitchen that has the best view.
In order for this idea to work, you must first build a very sturdy pergola. The last thing you need is for your entire pergola to come crashing down on your grill, fire pit, or family when you attempt to ascend the rope ladder.
The second thing to consider is how you will position the ladder so that it looks purposeful and flows with the rest of your outdoor kitchen. You want your outdoor kitchen to be a place that allows you to stay active and fit, but you do not want it to look like a kitchen that's been repurposed as a fitness center. Consider installing the ladder next to a rose trellis or porch swing. If the rope does not suit your decor, you may prefer to use a wooden or vintage metal ladder instead.
Swimming pools and hot tubs are very logical extensions of outdoor kitchens. Not only is it nice to be able to grill by the pool, but it's also nice to burn some calories before you even fire up the grill — you know, swim some laps and really work up an appetite. After you've enjoyed a big meal in your outdoor kitchen, you can unwind in your hot tub. Even though you're not swimming laps, you'll move a lot more in there then you would if you were sitting in a chair.
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3Q16 O&D – Big Oligopoly Update
by Addison Schonland | Oct 7, 2016 | Airbus, Boeing | 0 comments
We now have the third quarter 2016 numbers, and taking the opportunity to review how things are going at Airbus and Boeing. It seems that the softening of sales is a reality. This seems awkward because the transition from current generation to next generation models is not going as smoothly as we had been led to believe. This means gaps and either white tails or production cutbacks. Take a look at the following charts for Boeing and Airbus. The ten-year super-cycle, with high order levels, has now wound down, with fewer orders on the horizon.
It is lonely at the bottom and top of the business. Airbus is delivering rapidly into its single aisle backlog. That is to be expected; they want to get as many of those aircraft out before the bubble bursts. The bright spot is the A321, which continues to attract market attention. The bad news in the narrow-body side is that A320neo deliveries are delayed due to production issues with the Pratt & Whitney GTF engine, which is behind in its delivery schedule.
Being the largest and most expensive model in the narrow-body series, the A321 orders are great news for Airbus. On the wide-body side, the A330, which should have been in the twilight of its career, is the energizer bunny – it keeps going and going. The neo version means more orders should be forthcoming. It appears that the transition from ceo to neo will be smooth for the A330. Perhaps which is why there have been few orders this year – when the neo starts flying the customers will step up and many will retire older A330s to acquire A330neos. Or perhaps it is that, at low fuel prices, the A330 remains competitive.
The A350 looks almost in balance, but of course it's not. Airbus is way behind on deliveries. The supply chain continues to cause angst. If deliveries were going better, there would almost certainly be more orders. And the Boeing order by Qatar would probably be smaller. At the top, the A380 waits for the market to catch up. To better balance things Airbus has slowed deliveries. This probably suits everybody except Emirates, which wants more of these aircraft ASAP.
Next let's take a look at Boeing.
The 737-700 saw a blip this year from United's order, otherwise it would have as much as the interest in the A319. The low delivery levels show that Boeing is looking to the larger models, and likely gave United quite a deal to keep them from going to Bombardier (which we understand was the preferred choice). The big winner at Boeing is the 737-800. It is churning out two 737s per day at Renton – the 737 deliveries equate to 39 per month. This is amazing productivity from one factory. There were no -900 orders this year so far. This is a sensitive issue at Boeing, especially compared with the heavy interest in the equivalent A321 at Airbus. No wonder Boeing was considering another MAX revision to remain competitive.
There continues to be demand for the MAX, of which probably 85% are likely going to be the -8MAX. Boeing won't separate the numbers because they are likely to be as skewed as the NG – neither the MAX7 nor MAX9 are popular, even after the redesign of the MAX7. Their order book highlights weakness at the lower and upper end, and Boeing doesn't like to highlight its weakness. Boeing can't afford to allow Airbus to clean up at the larger, and most profitable, end of the narrow-body market.
The 747 continues life as a freighter, but that has been difficult since the freight market has slowed. Once the new Air Force One aircraft are delivered, 747 production could cease. It would be a day nobody would celebrate as this aircraft is truly an aviation icon. The 767 survives because of the USAF tanker program and deliveries of freighters for FedEx.
The 777 now has a significant production gap, and is an example of what happens when you have a supply demand imbalance in favor of supply. It must be a great time to buy a 777-300ER, as they must be available at once in a lifetime pricing. No doubt this helped Mr. Al Baker's decision at Qatar Airways. The current backlog is weak. This means Boeing has to ensure the 777X is on time, and that does not appear certain. But we shall wait and see.
The 787 should be a shining star – it is the future in many ways. Deliveries are outpacing orders handily. Boeing has been eating away at the 787 backlog and no doubt is also looking at aggressive pricing. (Advantage Mr. Al Baker, again) But as we see with Airbus, the midsize twin market is soft right now, and we would expect continued backlog erosion.


Mapping out the very best route for your fleet is quite important. It keeps drivers from driving in circles when reaching a certain destination and it gives information on the safest and most fuel efficient routes to addressing that destination. If you do not map out the most efficient route for your fleet, drivers can get lost, their vehicles can consume more gas, their vehicles can take longer route, or they could encounter roads which can be too narrow that cannot support the weight of the truck fleet tracking helps businesses.
All businesses must generate the maximum amount of money as you can, so it is vital that you map out the most efficient route for productivity but and to minimize cost and build revenue. Mapping out routes can prevent unnecessary wear and tear that may be inflicted by bad road conditions. Bad road conditions are in charge of blown tires and various other damages to vehicles. Bad road conditions can also cause a delay in arriving to the designated destination.
Road congestion or road construction are some other ways in which mapping out the most efficient route for your fleet may be effective. Sometimes, road congestion can last for hours on end. So, when that delivery was supposed to arrive at its destination by 2:00 p.m., the driver was still sitting in traffic an hour or so away at 3:00 p.m. That means as soon as the driver gets out of the congested road conditions, whenever that may be, he or she may possibly make it to his final destination by 5:00. Needless to say, that doesn't make for happy customers. Fortunately, there are many roadways that may end at the exact same destination, so by being aware of things such as road construction, an alternate route may be mapped out and cargo can arrive on time.
Mapping out the very best route may also be gas friendly. The well-known highways seem to be the safest strategy to use, but they're not at all times the most fuel-efficient routes. There may be a shorter route that is safe and can accommodate the car, so it is vital that you pinpoint that route. This ensures timely arrival at the designated destination and at the same time frame is minimizing fuel cost and even saves time efficient routes.
You will find schedules that must definitely be followed, so obtaining the route mapped and all set for the driver is quite important. However, when mapping out the route, it isn't as easy as planning to a mapping website on the web since these sites don't usually offer a lot of details in relation to road conditions or how efficient the route might be as far as gas. You will find, on the other hand, fleet management software programs that may help you map out the possible routes, work out how much gas the route will used on the basis of the fuel consumption of the car fleet tracking device, and inform you if the road is just a safe one for the car to take.
Fleet management is very important in relation to making sure vehicles make it for their destinations safely and on-time. Many companies are now actually utilizing GPS to simply help them in the mapping of their routes whilst the driver is on the road. Sometimes unexpected conditions arise and a GPS system will help get them out of the situation quickly. In the event that you combine a GPS system to a fleet management computer software, you can ensure the very best productivity possible and your robust system also enhances communication between the fleet operator and the driver to ensure everything is carried as smoothly as you can without very many complications.


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Letang Crushes The Cats In His Return
January 24, 2023 | 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 31 Comments
by: Viz
It has been a terrible year for Kris Letang on and off the ice, but mostly off. He suffered a stroke and his father passed away shortly after. After almost a month away from the team, Letang returned on Tuesday and carried the Penguins to victory. Letang had a vintage performance, scoring two goals and two assists with six shots, four hits, and two blocks in the 7-6 OT win over the Panthers. I'm not going to say Letang will have a monster second half based on one game in his age 35 season. The good news is that there's a lot of games left for him to make an impact, and we know how big the upside is. If I said Letang was a top five defenseman the rest of the way, would you be shocked? I wouldn't. Now, the floor is much lower in the past, even assuming he can stay healthy. However, Pitt is starting to round into form, offensively at least, and the opportunity is there for a big finish. If your team is in position where you need to take a gamble, I would float some offers to the Letang owner. If I had him and was patient through the first three months, fingers crossed that he can salvage the season. Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights:
Dallas Gets Front Row Seats For The Matt Murray Show
December 6, 2022 | 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 48 Comments
One of the goaltending performances of the season came in the marquee showdown on Tuesday. Toronto sure didn't make it easy on Matt Murray, taking seven penalties, but Murray stood up to the challenge and then some. Murray had a 44 save shutout, leading Toronto to a 4-0 victory. I thought the Toronto goaltending would be rough this season, but Murray has been very good when on the ice. Same goes with Ilya Samsonov. It could fall apart just like it did for Campbell last season, but the reason I liked these guys as #2 goalies is their floor is so high because of wins. When Toronto gets this level of goaltending, it's extremely hard to beat them. Here's to hoping Murray can stay healthy because he could be a big difference maker in fantasy. Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights:
Dubois On The Rise
November 27, 2022 | 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 29 Comments
The Jets have been excellent to open the season, but that hasn't stopped them from tweaking things to get better. On Friday, we saw Bowness go back to last season's duo of Pierre-Luc Dubois and Kyle Connor together, something I've been clamoring for. They notched one goal on Friday by Connor from Dubois, but they went off against Chicago on Sunday. Dubois had two goals on eight shots, while Connor had a goal and two assists with two shots. I've been saying it was a matter of time for Connor to get going, and I think that time is now. He's too talented to not pile up goals. Dubois has been quite good across the board so far this season, but career highs are now in play. The shot rate is fantastic, the PIM are strong, and he's playing at a 40 goal pace. It sucks that they're missing Ehlers indefinitely so they don't have a great second winger, but even still, look for these guys to improve their even strength performance while remaining great on the power play. Let's see what else happened over the weekend:
Fantasy Hockey Defense Rankings: Bash Daddy Edition (#21 – #40)
September 29, 2022 | 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey, 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey Rankings, FEATURED | 10 Comments
by: JKJ
What's poppin, Razzpimples? If you missed my Top 20 full-bangs defensemen piece (accounting for standard cats + blocks + PIMs), you can find it right here. Below, you'll see #21-#40. After that, I'll give a list of names to watch for various reasons, but I don't see much point ranking guys when you get to that range. It'll depend on personal preference and your team build when it comes to deciding who should be our #4 or #5 defenseman. Odds are they won't stick on your roster all season anyway. Keep in mind, these rankings are for categories leagues.
2022-23 Fantasy Hockey Rankings: Top 40 Defensemen
September 21, 2022 | 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey, 2022-23 Fantasy Hockey Rankings | 7 Comments
We move through more defensemen today going through my Top 40. For those that didn't see my Top 20, you can check that out here. I have some good news before I get going with these rankings. JKJ is going to be back! He's going to shift his focus this season towards defensemen, similar to what he does on the baseball side of things with relief pitchers. Look for him to be writing again in the near future, with a rebuttal to my defenseman rankings the first thing coming. And now, let's get to it!
Thursday's For Tarasenko
April 14, 2022 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 9 Comments
It wasn't that long ago that Vladimir Tarasenko requested a trade from the Blues. It wasn't that long ago that Tarasenko could have went to Seattle in the expansion draft. Now, St. Louis has to be thanking their lucky stars that he's still on the roster. Tarasenko had his biggest game of the season on Thursday, scoring a hat trick on four shots and adding two more assists in the 6-2 win over the Sabres. Tarasenko now has 31+41 in 67 games, with a great chance of setting a career high in points. It's a remarkable turnaround for the Russian who is certainly a top 100 player for drafts next season. I don't see him cracking the top 50, but it's great to see Tarasenko playing great hockey again. Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights:
Seattle Trucked By Tkachuk
April 12, 2022 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 14 Comments
I've been aggressive ranking Matthew Tkachuk for years, but I never expected this type of offense from him. Tkachuk had a hat trick on Tuesday, bringing his season totals up to 37+55 in 73 games. He has a chance for 100 points, he's +49, the PIM are strong, and his shot rate is over three per game. Tkachuk is pretty much having a Marchand-esque season. That's the Marchand who has been a top five player for the past 4-5 years. Now, I'm not quite going there with Tkachuk for next season. Gaudreau could leave and this is an outlier in terms of past performance. That said, he's firmly in the first round pick discussion because he smashes every category. I can't wait to see what he does in the playoffs. Let's take a look at what else happened the last two nights:
Perron Pushes The Pace
March 13, 2022 | 2016-17 Fantasy Hockey | 18 Comments
David Perron had a horrible start to the season and was shaping up to being one of the biggest fantasy busts of this year. To say things have turned for the better is an understatement. Perron scored two goals on seven shots against the Predators before scoring a goal on seven shots against Winnipeg. Since Perron went back on the top line, Perron has exploded. He has eight goals and five assists in the last ten games with 35 SOG. It's good enough across the board that Perron is a clear hold in all formats again. He's only available in about 25% of leagues, but even in a shallow league, I wouldn't be cutting Perron to keep a stream spot. The schedule is a little light the next couple weeks, but it really picks up in the last week of March and early April. Let's take a look at what else happened over the weekend:
Backlund Blows Up
February 10, 2022 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 7 Comments
The Flames are playing incredible hockey at the moment as they make their way up the standings. The top line gets a ton of credit, but the second line has been just as important. They've thoroughly dominated for months generating absurd shot rates and possession. This continued the last two nights as Calgary blew out Vegas and Toronto back to back. Mikael Backlund led the way with six points between the two games, scoring a goal and three assists against Vegas, then following it up with two more assists against the Leafs. Andrew Mangiapane scored three goals over the two games, while Blake Coleman dished two assists. It might be a stretch, but I have them all as elite streamers right now. I'd rank them Mangiapane, Coleman, Backlund depending on your league format, but the work they're doing against top lines is more valuable in real life than fantasy. Still, if they keep getting over 80 shots per 60 minutes as a line, which they've done for over a month, there will be plenty of fantasy value. Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights:
Happy Holidays, Hello Hockey!
December 29, 2021 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, Fantasy Hockey Daily Notes | 10 Comments
A week without hockey in December did not seem right at all. Thankfully, the NHL is back up and running. Sure, there are plenty of postponements, but I'll take what we can get. There's not a lot of games over the past two nights, but I'm going to do a quick recap of everything that happened. Goaltending was mostly optional, especially in Wednesday's games. The highlight was a 8-7 SO win by the Sharks over the Coyotes, where Arizona scored two goals in the last three minutes of the game to send it to overtime. Phil Kessel had four assists and four shots in the game, and was dominant throughout the entire game. He's an elite streamer for now, but he can end up a hold depending where he goes at the trade deadline. Yes, I'm assuming he's traded, but that seems like a formality. Let's take a look at what else happened over the last two nights. I hope everyone enjoyed the holidays!
Fantasy Hockey Team Previews: Central Division Part 2
September 30, 2021 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, Team Previews | 15 Comments
Hello again, Razzfolks! Wrapping up the Western Conference today. Time for Part 2 of the Central Division previews, finishing things out with the Wild, the Predators, the Blues, and the Jets. If you want to check out (or look back over) the other previews thus far, links are below:
2021-22 Fantasy Hockey Top 20 Defensemen
September 21, 2021 | 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey, 2021-22 Fantasy Hockey Rankings | 15 Comments
We're moving out from the crease to the blue liners in my rankings. Today, I'll be going through the top 20 defensemen with the Top 40 coming out later in the week. Let's get right to it! 1) Cale Makar - Covered in the Top 20 overall here. 2) Dougie Hamilton - The top defenseman last season by a fairly wide margin, Hamilton moved from Carolina to New Jersey. It's a little worrisome, but I still expect big things from Dougie. I wouldn't be surprised if Hamilton ends up getting more minutes than he did while he was in Carolina.
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