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Company’s new 10-inch multimedia LCD displays are ideal for hospitality environments to create versatile, visually compelling brand messages  

WALNUT, Calif. – December 19, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, today unveiled its 10-inch wall-mounted multimedia all-in-one digital ePosters family with wireless capability and power over Ethernet (PoE) for one-wire installation. The EP1031r and EP1032r-T are perfect for point-of-sale advertising on retail shelves, commercial businesses, schools and campuses, or as mounted meeting room signs for corporate and hotel lobbies.

“Technology and consumer expectations have advanced to the point where static displays are quickly being replaced by digital interactive displays able to communicate visually appealing and compelling content,” said Gene Ornstead, director of product marketing, ViewSonic. “Brands are now seeking interactive kiosks, signs and billboards to promote messages. ViewSonic has a robust line of digital signage displays, available in a broad range of sizes to suit many needs. Our new 10-inch ePosters provide our resellers and customers with installation-ready visual displays that are perfect for high-visibility, high-traffic locations.”

ViewSonic’s EP1030 line features 10.1” widescreen LCD displays, ensuring any message displayed is crisp and vibrant. Both products feature built-in wireless and LAN connectivity, and supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) for convenient content loading and device setting. For brands, this means they have versatile options to display creative brand messaging. The EP1030 family boosts a media player, 4GB internal storage and integrated speakers that enable the playback of video clips, photos and music from a USB hard drive or SD/SDHC memory card, plus VESA-compliance for added wall mount flexibility.

ViewSonic’s EP1031r offers an 800 x 480 native resolution, programmable motion detection with six button programmability and Signage Manager Express content management software. The EP1032r-T builds upon the EP1031r features by adding integrated multi-touch technology and a 1280 x 800 resolution. This multi-touch compatibility, with new HTML5 and SMIL formats, delivers a two-way interactive platform for dynamic, customized content.

The EP1031r and EP1032r-T include a one-year limited warranty and will be available in January 2014 for respective ESPs of $499 and $629.

For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic

Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products that change the way we compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

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This news release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s expectations with regard to future events. Actual events could differ significantly from those anticipated in this document.

ViewSonic’s innovative solutions, products and services help propel success
and client-focused strategies for Insight partner program

 WALNUT, Calif. – November13, 2013 –ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products,proudly announced today that it has been selected as a 2013 Partner Forum Award Winner by Insight Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSIT), a leading worldwide technology provider of hardware, software and service solutions. The award was announced at Insight’s Partner Forum in Scottsdale, Ariz. on November 7th.

ViewSonic was recognized as the Technology Partner of the Year winner because of the extraordinary contribution to Insight’s success as well as supporting Insight’s client-focused strategies.

“We are very excited to receive this award from Insight.  As a 100% dedicated channel partner, we look forward to growing our relationship with Insight especially in the areas of desktop virtualization,” said Jeff Volpe – president of ViewSonic, Americas.

“I am pleased to recognize ViewSonic as a Partner Forum Award winner,” stated Brian Davis, Insight senior vice president, product marketing. “ViewSonic has been a strong partner for Insight and has enabled us to offer innovative solutions, products and services to meet the complex needs of our clients. We extend our congratulations to ViewSonic and all their teammates and look forward to an even more successful 2014.”

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 About Insight

Insight Enterprises, Inc. is a leading technology provider of hardware, software and service solutions to business and government clients in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. Insight is focused on helping organizations move technology goals forward in the areas of Office Productivity, Unified Communications and Collaboration, Mobility, Network and Security, Data Center and Virtualization, Data Protection and Cloud. Insight has sold over seven  million business and public sector client cloud seats across the globe. With approximately 5,400 teammates worldwide, Insight is ranked No. 470 on the 2013 Fortune 500 and generated sales of $5.3 billion for the year ended December 31, 2012. For more information, please call 1.800.INSIGHT (1.800.467.4448) in the United States or visit www.insight.com.

About ViewSonic

Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products to change the way you compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

 

 

Colleges and universities today face several challenges supporting students, faculty, and staff with current technology. For example, the increasing demand for connecting a wider variety of BYOD devices places strain on understaffed IT resources. In addition, growing student bodies necessitate the deployment of more desktops, yet schools have limited amounts of IT funds. Many campuses also have needs for increased security, as well as a lower energy footprint.

How then, can education institutions meet these challenges while ensuring their campuses have the IT support needed to be productive and successful? In the case of Florida Atlantic University, they recently turned to a virtualized desktop infrastructure by outfitting computer labs and faculty offices with ViewSonic® SC-Z55 zero clients. Engineered to support VMware Horizon View, the SC-Z55 was fully compatible with FAU’s existing IT infrastructure, and was a perfect fit for both the university’s budget and green policies. Equipped with ViewSonic’s SC-Z55 zero clients, FAU began to immediately reap the many benefits of a VDI solution including the following:

• New computer labs were up and running within days rather than weeks, and single workstations were repurposed or upgraded in only hours.


• Centralized security, maintenance and management of computing resources save time and money for greatly reduced TCO.


• Computer labs are cooler and quieter with lower electricity cost, and the mountable design of the SC-Z55 frees up valuable desk space.

To learn how FAU utilized ViewSonic’s SC-Z55 zero clients to virtualize desktops, read the full case study here.

Corporate names and trademarks stated herein are the property of their respective companies. Copyright© 2013 ViewSonic Corporation. All rights reserved.

The ViewSonic^® ViewSync™ WPG-370 enables content sharing via mirroring,
Intel^® 1080P wireless display (WiDi) technology, or tablet / smartphone app streaming—
all without any cables or wires

WALNUT, Calif. – November 4, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual display solutions, delivers the ultimate in wireless sharing, flexibility and connectivity with its new Miracast and Intel^® WiDi optimized ViewSync WPG-370 gateway solution.

Ideal for enterprise, SMB, and education environments as well as AV installers, the WPG-370 provides advanced universal wireless connectivity for any new or existing projector, monitor, TV, or large-format display[1]. With analyst firms such as Gartner forecasting worldwide tablet shipments to grow 53.4 percent this year, and with shipments reaching 184 million units, the need for flexible presentation tools is growing. Whether projecting from Windows, Mac, iOS or Android™ platforms, this solution makes it easy for any business or organization with mounted displays[2] to wirelessly push content onto the screen, without frustrating cords and wires.

“Now that tablets deliver enough processing power to support most business applications, users are often choosing to present from their tablets,” said Jeffrey Hsieh, Senior Manager of Product Marketing for ViewSonic. “Additionally, as individuals experience wireless streaming capabilities with devices like Google’s Chromecast and Apple TV in their everyday personal lives, we anticipate that they will look for a natural extension of this benefit in their professional work environment as well. That’s why we developed the WPG-370.”

Multiple connectivity options such as HDMI^® and optical audio make connecting to any display effortless, while convenient features like PC-less media streaming work directly from a USB thumb drive. This presentation gateway also enables users to wirelessly stream full HD 1080p video to any projector or display, when using an Intel WiDi laptop[3], Ultrabook^TM, smartphone or tablet. Furthermore, the WPG-370 is Wi-Fi^® Miracast-ready and supports direct content streaming to the gateway from Android and iOS smartphones and tablets with the iMediaShare mobile app[4]. With this third-party app, users can stream multimedia files such as videos and images for wireless sharing. Paired with 802.11a/b/g/n and the latest WPA2/WPA wireless encryption, the WPG-370 is ideal for practically any commercial environment.

The WPG-370 is now available in the Americas for an ESP of $169. For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic

Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products that change the way you compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

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This news release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s expectations with regard to future events. Actual events could differ significantly from those anticipated in this document.

ViewSonic’s high-performance Pro10100 projector delivers the best combination of installation flexibility and network management controls

WALNUT, Calif. – November 4, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, is announcing the availability of its new top-of-the-line Pro10100 ProAV professional installation projector.

“The Pro10100 has been designed exclusively for our professional installation resellers,” said Jeffrey Hsieh, Senior Manager, Product Marketing, ViewSonic. “We’ve incorporated key features that ProAV resellers look for to give them the best installation flexibility, such as network control management and tilt-free 360-degree install capabilities. ViewSonic offers one of the industry’s most complete projector lines, and we continue in this tradition today for the ProAV market.”

Previewed at InfoComm, ViewSonic’s Pro10100 is the ideal ProAV projector for large commercial venues and commercial installations. Boasting 6,000 lumens, this high-brightness XGA DLP® projector features interchangeable lens options with throw ratios ranging from 0.99 to 3.00:1, motorized zoom and focus with powered vertical (50 percent) and horizontal (15 percent) lens-shift functions, network management capability, and a dual-layer dust-free filter with a special heat-dissipation technology to support 24/7 continuous use. For precise image transmission and sophisticated gray scale detailing, the Pro10100 also includes a DICOM SIM display function. For additional customization options, warping and geometric adjustment for image-correction and edge-blending capabilities are also available. Teamed with a wide range of digital and analog inputs, the Pro10100 delivers the flexibility and control resellers need to meet the demands of today’s sophisticated installations.

Backed by ViewSonic’s product performance guarantee, the Pro10100 features a three-year limited parts and labor warranty, one-year lamp protection and Express Exchange® Service*. The Pro10100 is now available in the Americas for an ESP of $2,999 .

The Pro10100 is supported under the new ProAV Certified Reseller Program, which offers certified AV reseller partners special discounts and extended warranties. For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic
Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products that change the way you compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

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*One (1) year Express Exchange® Service requires product registration. Programs, specification and availability are subject to change without notice.

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This news release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s expectations with regard to future events. Actual events could differ significantly from those anticipated in this document.

[1] Interchangeable lenses (standard, short throw, long throw), edge-blending and geometric correction options sold separately.

ViewSonic SD-A245 Smart Display Client recognized as an innovative product
in PC-Workstation/Desktop category

 

WALNUT, Calif. – October 29, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, has been named a 2013 Tech Innovator by CRN. The annual Tech Innovator Awards recognize the vendors that have launched the most innovative new hardware and software solutions over the past year. ViewSonic’s  SD-A245 Smart Display Client was selected in the highly competitive PC-Workstation/Desktop category.

The SD-A245 is completely locked down, secured, and managed by the IT organization for a new class of thin client. Integrated with Citrix XenMobile, ViewSonic’s SD-A245 smart display allows an IT organization the ability to use a single software tool to seamlessly manage both their mobile and desktop devices. By combining this platform with a 24” LED touch screen, ViewSonic’s smart display provides corporate and enterprise end-users a thin client experience like none other.

Each year, CRN Test Center Editors review hundreds of products to determine the best of the best. This year, companies were encouraged to submit across 17 hardware and software categories including enterprise management and productivity software; wireless networking; voice and data; enterprise network communications; display technology; handheld devices; PC servers; workstations and desktops; laptops; printing and imaging solutions; security; storage and cloud solutions; and virtualization. Winners were announced at a special presentation during the NexTI Conference on October 28th.

“The IT channel landscape has changed dramatically in recent years and solution providers are always on the lookout for new products that can help them take advantage of evolving market opportunities,” said Robert Faletra, CEO of The Channel Company. “The CRN Tech Innovator awards recognize the vendors who are helping their solution provider partners solve challenges with innovative offerings.”

“ViewSonic is honored to receive this prestigious award from CRN in recognition of our development efforts with Citrix to create what we truly believe is the next generation thin client,” said Jeff Volpe, President of ViewSonic Americas. “The explosive growth and adoption of virtual desktop computing is a key trend for which we will be delivering exciting solutions. Our SD-A245 smart display is a great example of how users can access cloud-based applications and web services to create amazing content while lowering direct and indirect costs associated with a full desktop deployment.”

2013 Tech Innovators were selected from a large pool of nominations, with winners and runners-up selected by the editors of CRN and the CRN Test Center. Tech Innovators is featured in the November issue of CRN magazine, and the full list will be online at CRN.com beginning November 11th.

For further information about ViewSonic’s thin client portfolio, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic

Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products to change the way you compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

About The Channel Company

The Channel Company is the channel community's trusted authority for growth and innovation, with established brands including CRN, XChange Events, IPED, and SharedVue. For more than three decades, we have leveraged our proven and leading edge platforms to deliver prescriptive sales and marketing solutions for the technology channel. The Channel Company provides Communication, Recruitment, Engagement, Enablement, Demand Generation and Intelligence services to drive technology partnerships. Learn more at  www.thechannelcompany.com.

 

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ViewSonic connects commercial customers with unrivaled
desktop experience; Announces new VSD241 smart display for Android™

WALNUT, Calif. – October 28, 2013 –ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, announced its second-generation smart displays today.

The 24” (23.8” Vis.) VSD241 is a self-contained Android 4.2 Jelly Bean-based smart display which delivers blazing fast performance, courtesy of an NVIDIA® Tegra® 3 quad-core processor, making it perfect for local Android apps and cloud-based computing. Paired with a 2MP webcam with integrated microphone for video conferencing, and built-in speakers, this dual-point optical touch screen display is ideal for commercial vertical markets such as signage, point of information, and kiosks for interactive applications in enterprise, SMB, education, POS, hospitality and more.

“Recognizing the changing way people compute, ViewSonic was first to introduce Android based smart display technology in 2012,”said Erik Willey, Desktop Solutions Product Marketing Director, ViewSonic. “Now we’re taking this innovation to the next level, giving our customers even better performance and larger screen options, along with the latest Android operating system. The result is the best possible desktop experience for Android stand-alone usage, cloud connectivity, and remote desktop capabilities.”

For further functionality and interactivity, the VSD241 offers connectivity options, including HDMI® for connecting a notebook or tablet, as well as two full-sized USB ports,a micro USB and a mini USB,and SD card storage. Plenty of network connection options are integrated for instant access and transfers of data, documents and multimedia files, including integrated networking (RJ-45 Ethernet), 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® support. Paired with VESA mount capabilities and DC power support, the VSD241 is well suited for both stand-alone and extended display operation.

Matt Wuebbling, Director of Product Marketing for the Mobile business at NVIDIA, added: “Powered by an NVIDIA Tegra processor, ViewSonic’s VSD241 Smart Display delivers brilliant graphics capabilities and exceptional speed. They make for a truly amazing consumer experience.”

The VSD241 is now available in North America for an ESP of $499. A new 22” model, the VSD221, will be available in December for an ESP of $399. For a locked down, manageable version of the Smart Display, businesses may consider the 24” SD-A245 and 22” SD-A225 which integrates the Citrix® XenMobile platform.For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic
Founded in Walnut, California in 1987, ViewSonic is a world leader and pioneer in desktop display technology. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic keeps the world connected with a diverse portfolio of display solutions including smart displays, projectors, desktop displays, digital signage, and touch devices. Continuing our heritage as a desktop technology leader, ViewSonic delivers the latest in desktop virtualization and cloud computing products that change the way you compute, communicate, and connect. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

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This news release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s expectations with regard to future events. Actual events could differ significantly from those anticipated in this document.

The combination of virtual desktop infrastructure and intelligent client technology is bringing an entirely new experience to the desktop. Not only can users interact with applications on the desktop in much the same way they do on mobile devices, but IT can also deliver applications unique to a particular user wherever and whenever they want access. Nowhere does this technology make more of an impact than in education. Students today expect a different desktop experience and will leverage multimedia and e-learning as core elements of their educational experience.

On October 30, 2013 at 2pm EST, please join us and our guests Teradici, NVIDIA, and Florida Atlantic University for an in-depth webinar exploring the impact of VDI on higher education.

• Discover the latest trends in user adoption of desktop virtualization and intelligent clients


• Learn the specific benefits of ViewSonic® zero clients and PCoIP® technology for students and faculty.



• Hear from Florida Atlantic University on how they saved money and IT resources by outfitting their labs with the latest in desktop virtualization.



• Understand how to tie this new technology together with Next Generation Desktop Platforms.

 

Join us to learn how solution providers in the education marketplace can capitalize on new opportunities with next generation technology today.

To register for this webinar, click here.

 

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In need of a gaming display that looks cool, keeps you competitive, and has everything you need to make the most of your games? Look no further than ViewSonic’s new VX52 series of displays. Built upon the incredible feature-set of our best-selling VX50 series, ViewSonic’s VX52 displays are specifically designed with gamers in mind—that means YOU. So if you’re a serious gamer, or just someone who enjoys watching action-packed movies and sports, here’s why you need a ViewSonic VX52 display:

• Blazing-fast speed: When the action gets intense, you need a monitor that reacts as quickly as you do. Equipped with ultra-fast ClearMotiv™ II technology that delivers 2ms response times, our VX52 displays always deliver smooth images without any streaking, blurring, or ghosting.


• Better visibility: Your opponents can run, but they can’t hide! With just the touch of a button, our preset Game Mode enhances visibility and detail by brightening dark scenes. Dominate the competition and see your opponents’ every move, even in the darkest scenes of a video game.


• Stunning resolution and clarity: Whether you’re battling space aliens, or running from zombies, the excitement is in the details. That’s why our VX52 displays feature Full HD 1080p resolution, along with a 50M:1 MEGA Dynamic Contrast Ratio,  for the most amazing clarity and detail that you’ve come to expect from ViewSonic.


• HDMI connectivity: Need a monitor that you can connect to your PC and your gaming console? Want to watch movies on a Blu-ray player or from a digital camera? With an HDMI interface, our VX52 displays let you connect to it all for the ultimate true high-definition experience.

So when you need the clearest views and fastest response times for First-Person Shooters and Real-Time Strategy online casino games, or for any of your multimedia needs, ViewSonic’s VX52 series of displays deliver the ultimate visual experience for gaming and entertainment.

To learn more about ViewSonic’s VX52 displays, click here.

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New VX52 series delivers super-fast 2ms response time, HDMI connectivity
and a flexible VESA-mount design

Walnut, Calif. – September 30, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solution products, is refreshing its extreme entertainment line today with the launch of its brand new VX52 series, which includes the 24” (23.6” viewable) VX2452mh and 22” (21.5” viewable) VX2252mh.

“The VX52 series builds on the feature-set of our best selling VX50 series,” said Kenneth Mau, Product Marketing Manager for ViewSonic. “In addition to a 2ms ultra-fast response time, the VX52 series delivers a new ID with a more uniform glossy bezel, along with HDMI connectivity and a VESA-mountable design, making the enjoyment of smooth gaming and glitch-free entertainment effortless for our customers.”

The VX52 series features Full HD resolution and ClearMotiv™ II technology that delivers 2ms ultra-fast response times for blur-free, detailed images. Paired with an ultra-high 50M:1 MEGA Dynamic Contrast Ratio and dual built-in 2W stereo speakers, the VX52 series’ sharp, crisp color performance and immersive sound make it perfect for extreme gaming and multimedia entertainment. The VX52 series also features ViewSonic’s proprietary Game Mode technology. Game Mode technology enhances visibility and detail by brightening the dark scenes of video games for the ultimate gaming experience.

For further flexibility, the VX52 series includes integrated D-sub, DVI and HDMI inputs, making it easy to connect to high-definition multimedia devices and gaming consoles like Xbox and PS3, Blu-ray and DVD players, as well as traditional PC systems. Add in a VESA-mountable design, and this line addresses an individual’s gaming and video entertainment preferences, whether they prefer a desktop display or wall mount.

The VX52 series comes with a three-year limited warranty and an industry-leading pixel performance policy making it a great long-term investment. The 24” VX2452mh and 22” VX2252mh will both be available in the Americas in mid-October for respective ESPs of $181 and $160. For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.

About ViewSonic

Founded in 1987, ViewSonic’s mission is to be the preferred global brand of visual solution products as we continue to focus on display-centric product offerings including LED monitors, touch displays, projectors, large format displays and desktop virtualization. ViewSonic continues to pioneer in visual technology innovation to build a connected and ever-reaching digital future. ViewSonic® Corporation is headquartered in Walnut, California. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

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Trademark footnote: All corporate names and trademarks are the property of their respective companies.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Company’s expectations with regard to future events. Actual events could differ significantly from those anticipated in this document.

Browne recognized for her impact on vendor channel strategies, initiatives and programs

WALNUT, Calif. – September 20, 2013 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions today announced that its Director of North American Sales, Colleen Browne, has been named by CRN to the 2013 100 People You Don’t Know But Should list. Chosen by the CRN editorial staff with input from vendor, distribution and solution provider executives, these unsung heroes have demonstrable impact on vendor channel strategies, initiatives and programs. Unlike anything else in the industry, this list aims to recognize people working within vendor channel organizations who are not necessarily in the spotlight, but are working behind the scenes to make positive things happen for their partners.

“The hardworking individuals that work behind the scenes to fuel the IT channel are among the most important assets today,” said Robert Faletra, CEO, UBM Tech Channel.  “This invaluable list of 100 individuals represents the most impressive and influential colleagues working among us and we are honored to highlight their success.”

“In addition to Colleen’s tireless dedication to the success of ViewSonic, she also is a steadfast internal advocate for our channel partners,” said Jeff Volpe, President, ViewSonic Americas. “Innovation of our channel services, systems, and programs is part of Colleen’s daily vocabulary. As a result, our channel partners are reporting improved outcomes, profits, and satisfaction when partnering with us.”

The 100 People You Don’t Know But Should list is featured in the September issue of CRN Magazine and online at www.crn.com.

About ViewSonic

Founded in 1987, ViewSonic’s mission is to be the preferred global brand of visual solution products as we continue to focus on display-centric product offerings including LED monitors, touch displays, projectors, large format displays and desktop virtualization. ViewSonic continues to pioneer in visual technology innovation to build a connected and ever-reaching digital future. ViewSonic® Corporation is headquartered in Walnut, California. For further information, please visit ViewSonic.com.

ViewSonic’s Finch Club offers resellers an opportunity to benefit from specialized product training and discounts. To sign up, please visit FinchClub.com.

About UBM Tech Channel

UBM Tech Channel, a UBM company, is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With more than 30 years of experience and engagement, UBM Tech Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives, managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. To learn more about UBM Tech Channel, visit us at
http://www.ubmchannel.com.

Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/UBMTechChannel.

UBM plc (www.ubm.com)

UBM plc is a leading global business media company. We inform markets and bring the world's buyers and sellers together at events, online, in print and provide them with the information they need to do business successfully. We focus on serving professional commercial communities, from doctors to game developers, from journalists to jewelry traders, from farmers to pharmacists around the world. Our 6,000 staff in more than 30 countries is organized into specialist teams that serve these communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.

 

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From interactive whiteboards, to HD projectors, to PCs and tablets, technology in the classroom is nothing new. But an innovative method of teaching that brings technology out of the classroom and into the home is gaining ground in many schools across the country. This new teaching model is called the “Flipped Classroom” and it utilizes quick, online teacher-created videos that students typically watch after school, at home. If students don’t have a computer or an online connection at home, they can access lessons at public libraries or stay after school to watch the online lessons. Traditional “homework” is then worked on with the teacher the next day in the classroom.

By delivering instruction online and out of class, and bringing homework into the classroom, this “flipped” methodology benefits students and teachers in a number of ways.

By watching lectures at home, students can go at their own pace, take notes, and write down any questions they may have from the lecture. Students can even rewind lectures to memorize and master certain lessons. In the classroom, teachers now have more time to spend helping students 1 on 1. As a result of this 1 on 1 interaction, teachers can revisit concepts that students may not have understood at home, teachers can answer each student’s questions individually, and student frustration is minimized.

In addition, extra class time is also used to do labs or interactive activities that help to further illustrate the lessons. In short, a creative and collaborative learning environment is fostered within the classroom where teacher-student relationships are much stronger when compared to those of traditional teaching methods. Ultimately, schools that have adopted a “Flipped Classroom” methodology report higher test scores and decreased behavior problems amongst their students.

What do you think about the “Flipped Classroom” methodology? Let us know here on the blog.

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