Thursday, 27 August 2009
Thursday, 23 July 2009
Windows 7 - A definite replacement for Windows XP
Windows 7 was released to manufacturing (e.g. Dell, HP etc) today (23rd July 2009).
Microsoft Certified partners will gain access to 50 internal-use licences for Windows 7 Enterprise in late August.
With Windows 7 internal-use licences, Microsoft Certified Partners can run their business, train staff, test new solutions and demonstrate Windows 7 features to customers
I have been using Windows 7 (RC) on a 3 year old Pentium4 HP laptop with 1GB RAM for a month or so now and I really think this is the replacement for XP we have been waiting for.
Oh yes and for those of you thinking "I bet not all my applications will work on Windows 7" well, they will, because there is a neat function called "Windows XP Mode".
Windows 7 cleverly runs a virtual XP pc, so say for example you want to run an AutoCAD type program not compatible with W7, you install it using XP mode. The great thing is, a user does not need to know this because, Windows 7 will run the application just like any other!
This is the operating system you have been waiting for.............For more information on Windows 7 click here
Oh yes and for those of you thinking "I bet not all my applications will work on Windows 7" well, they will, because there is a neat function called "Windows XP Mode".
Windows 7 cleverly runs a virtual XP pc, so say for example you want to run an AutoCAD type program not compatible with W7, you install it using XP mode. The great thing is, a user does not need to know this because, Windows 7 will run the application just like any other!
This is the operating system you have been waiting for.............For more information on Windows 7 click here
Friday, 26 June 2009
25GB of free online storage Windows Live SkyDrive
25GB of free online storage and make it look like another folder on your PC!
I have been using Microsoft Windows Live SkyDrive for some time now and I think it’s a good offering.
If you want one, all you need is a windows live ID and go to skydrive.live.com to use it.
How often have you saved a file to "My Documents" on your desktop PC then wanted to access that file from home or another location. The file is not on a shared drive, your PC at work is turned off so you have no chance of accessing it!
Another Scenario is you have a 20Mb file you want to share with 6 other people, what are some of the options? Use an FTP site? IT savvy users might use this but it can be slow, awkward to access and may not be secure. Email it? No Chance! Most email systems have 8Mb restrictions.
Windows live SkyDrive lets you save files to a secure virtual drive online, meaning you can access your files from anywhere. You can Share certain folders with users, this solves the sharing of large files scenario.
Map your SkyDrive with Windows Explorer
The only issue I had with SkyDrive was having to log on to skydrive.live.com each time to drag and drop files, a minor issue but a worthy one. I have now discovered Gladinet - http://www.gladinet.com/
Gladinet is a free software utility that allows you to connect to your SkyDrive as if it were a folder on your PC!!
If you are interested, here's what to do
Download the free version of Gladient here
It's a 11ish Mb download.
Install the software then using the "Virtual Directory Manager" Mount a "Windows Live SkyDrive"
Click on the "Mount" icon
Give your SkyDrive/Virtual Directory a name; add your Windows live ID and password.
Thursday, 28 May 2009
Multi Purpose training simulator goes modular (lite)
In an earlier post about our Simulator and on our website we describe the available simulation models, some of these being:
Jack up, FPSO, SemiSub etc.
Historically we have only delivered each model with all of the following training possibilities:-
Jack up
Major Emergency Management
Jacking operations
Familiarisation
Power Management
Rack Phase Differentials
Semi-Sub
Major Emergency Management
Marine operations / Moorings
Ballast Control / Stability
Familiarisation
Power Management
FPSO
Major Emergency Management
Cargo Loading/Discharge
Tank Cleaning
Ballast Control / Stability / Longitudinal Stress
Marine operationsProcess Overview
Familiarisation
Power Management
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We always listen to our clients and we have found that often each training organisation may only train on one process. E.g. Major Emergency Management but not process. This means you do not use all the capabilities.
With this in mind we have been able to develop our systems to deliver only what our clients need.
So for example, if all you do is Major Emergency Management for FPSO's we can now supply that as a package.
This reduces costs and allows training originations that felt that buying or renting a simulator was not cost effective to think again!
Interested? Get in touch
Wednesday, 25 February 2009
Acquisition boost for Pisys in key market sector
Scottish software business Pisys has significantly extended its interests in the digital pen market with the acquisition of part of software and services firm Intelliscan Ltd.
The deal sees Intelliscan’s digital pen division and its 10-strong team join Pisys. It will combine with Pisys’ existing capabilities in this technology to form a dedicated division which will target global markets.
The acquisition, for an undisclosed sum, has led to the creation of Pisys Digital Ltd
(PDL) within the Pisys Group, and brings overall personnel numbers at the Aberdeen based group to approximately 40.
Pisys director Peter Henderson said: “Digital pen technology has been an important area of focus for us already and we have in the recent past successfully launched products in the market, but this deal takes us to an entirely new level of activity.
“It broadens our customer portfolio hugely, and paves the way for many new
opportunities around the world. There is enormous potential for applying this technology in many sectors and we now have extensive expertise and experience at our disposal to do just that.”
Peter Henderson and fellow director Ray Allen of Pisys are being joined on the board of PDL by Jonathan Shapiro and Andrew Kings from Oldmeldrum-based Intelliscan Ltd.
Jonathan Shapiro said: “Intelliscan has been an established player in the digital pen
market since 2005. Combining its capabilities in this area with those of Pisys creates a powerful new entity in a growing market.
“We will support this move by investing in the development of new products and services to target sectors ranging from energy and transport to multi-vendor service providers – such as facilities management and pest control companies - and local government.”
Digital pen technology helps business cut administrative costs by speeding up the flow of information through an organisation. They look and write on paper like ordinary ink pens but use image recognition technology to transmit written information instantly to computerised office systems.
Pisys has 20 years of experience developing and delivering software for a diverse range of commercial sectors, including the energy, education and health industries.
Intelliscan works with utility and telecommunications customers across the UK and
maritime customers around the world. Its remaining business employs around 10
personnel and contractors.
Here is an example of what we can do:-
The deal sees Intelliscan’s digital pen division and its 10-strong team join Pisys. It will combine with Pisys’ existing capabilities in this technology to form a dedicated division which will target global markets.
The acquisition, for an undisclosed sum, has led to the creation of Pisys Digital Ltd
(PDL) within the Pisys Group, and brings overall personnel numbers at the Aberdeen based group to approximately 40.
Pisys director Peter Henderson said: “Digital pen technology has been an important area of focus for us already and we have in the recent past successfully launched products in the market, but this deal takes us to an entirely new level of activity.
“It broadens our customer portfolio hugely, and paves the way for many new
opportunities around the world. There is enormous potential for applying this technology in many sectors and we now have extensive expertise and experience at our disposal to do just that.”
Peter Henderson and fellow director Ray Allen of Pisys are being joined on the board of PDL by Jonathan Shapiro and Andrew Kings from Oldmeldrum-based Intelliscan Ltd.
Jonathan Shapiro said: “Intelliscan has been an established player in the digital pen
market since 2005. Combining its capabilities in this area with those of Pisys creates a powerful new entity in a growing market.
“We will support this move by investing in the development of new products and services to target sectors ranging from energy and transport to multi-vendor service providers – such as facilities management and pest control companies - and local government.”
Digital pen technology helps business cut administrative costs by speeding up the flow of information through an organisation. They look and write on paper like ordinary ink pens but use image recognition technology to transmit written information instantly to computerised office systems.
Pisys has 20 years of experience developing and delivering software for a diverse range of commercial sectors, including the energy, education and health industries.
Intelliscan works with utility and telecommunications customers across the UK and
maritime customers around the world. Its remaining business employs around 10
personnel and contractors.
Here is an example of what we can do:-
Thursday, 19 February 2009
Monday, 16 February 2009
Environmental, Health and Safety softawre
Pisys EH&S
“Helping relieve the administration burden and giving you time to think about safety”
Pisys EH&S is a comprehensive and centrally managed system dealing with EH&S management and reporting across the enterprise. The system is web delivered, there is no local software management overhead, and secure remote access allows the system to be used anywhere.A comprehensive reporting facility gives timely access to relevant information.
Choose any or all of the modules you need there’s no local software to install, everything is accessible on-line using our service
delivery model.
The Pisys -EH&S software group has
exceptionally comprehensive “environmental, health and safety” software expertise. Our team has delivered software products used globally by some of the World’s most recognised multi-nationals
Avaliable Modules:
· Accident & Incident
· Action Tracking
· Asbestos
· Audit & Checklist
· COSHH
· Computer Ergonomics
· Ergonomics
· Industrial Hygiene
· Legionella
· Manual Handling
· Materials Management
· Metrics
· MSDS Library
· Performance Portal
· Risk / JSA / JHA
· Training Management
· Work History
· Workplace Assessment
· Vibration
EH&S is totally scalable to meet your needs. Why not ask us for a demonstration and
find out why companies like Shell and The Ford motor company have
chosen the system as a key part of their corporate EH&S management strategy
“Helping relieve the administration burden and giving you time to think about safety”
Pisys EH&S is a comprehensive and centrally managed system dealing with EH&S management and reporting across the enterprise. The system is web delivered, there is no local software management overhead, and secure remote access allows the system to be used anywhere.A comprehensive reporting facility gives timely access to relevant information.
Choose any or all of the modules you need there’s no local software to install, everything is accessible on-line using our service
delivery model.
The Pisys -EH&S software group has
exceptionally comprehensive “environmental, health and safety” software expertise. Our team has delivered software products used globally by some of the World’s most recognised multi-nationals
Avaliable Modules:
· Accident & Incident
· Action Tracking
· Asbestos
· Audit & Checklist
· COSHH
· Computer Ergonomics
· Ergonomics
· Industrial Hygiene
· Legionella
· Manual Handling
· Materials Management
· Metrics
· MSDS Library
· Performance Portal
· Risk / JSA / JHA
· Training Management
· Work History
· Workplace Assessment
· Vibration
EH&S is totally scalable to meet your needs. Why not ask us for a demonstration and
find out why companies like Shell and The Ford motor company have
chosen the system as a key part of their corporate EH&S management strategy
Bruce Skinner - bruce.skinner@pisys.co.uk 01224672477
Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Safer anchor-handling
The loss of the Bourbon Dolphin on April 12, 2007, during routine work resulted in eight deaths and is a stark reminder to the entire offshore industry that safety must always be foremost in our minds.
In light of this and as a compliment to our anchor handling simulation module, Pisys are developing a Rig move simulator.
The Simulator is being developed in partnership with Transocean and should be completed by the end of Q2 2009.
Read more about our multi purpose training simulator at:
http://www.pisystrainingsimulators.com/
or contact me,
Bruce Skinner on
+44 (0) 1224 672466,
+44 (0) 7711596102
bruce.skinner@pisys.co.uk
In light of this and as a compliment to our anchor handling simulation module, Pisys are developing a Rig move simulator.
The Simulator is being developed in partnership with Transocean and should be completed by the end of Q2 2009.
Read more about our multi purpose training simulator at:
http://www.pisystrainingsimulators.com/
or contact me,
Bruce Skinner on
+44 (0) 1224 672466,
+44 (0) 7711596102
bruce.skinner@pisys.co.uk
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