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Cision Canada
07-08-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Tough Commerce Acquires AgileTQ to Expand its Job Management Capabilities
TORONTO, Aug. 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Tough Commerce, the leader in modern job management software for asset-based construction businesses, today announced its acquisition of AgileTQ, a fast-growing software provider specializing in automation for concrete supply operations. The acquisition brings expanded software capabilities, deep domain expertise, and strong industry relationships to Tough Commerce, reinforcing its position as the trusted category leader in job management for asset-based construction suppliers. "Welcoming AgileTQ into the Tough Commerce family reflects our continued commitment to supporting this industry and investing in the best possible customer experience," said Ronald Richardson, CEO of Tough Commerce. "Our customers help build the world every day. By combining our strengths in innovation, technology, and construction operations, we'll give them a smarter, more connected way to run their businesses—with less hassle and more efficiency." Founded in 2022, AgileTQ's flagship product, PumpTrack, delivers real-time job insights, seamless quote-to-bill workflows, and automated lien paperwork—streamlining cash flow and job management for concrete pumping companies across North America. As part of the acquisition, all AgileTQ team members are now active contributors to the Tough Commerce business, bringing their passion and deep customer relationships to the broader platform. The team includes Joe Sostaric, a 40+ year concrete industry veteran and respected ACPA thought leader, who will help drive product growth and customer success with his unmatched industry perspective. "We're thrilled to join forces with the innovative and mission-driven team at Tough Commerce," said Zach Kirkham, Founder of AgileTQ. "Together, we're building the gold standard in job management, one that gives customers more control, better insights, and a smoother way to run their operations." Special thanks to Asad Jalib, VP of Operations and Finance, whose leadership played a key role in ensuring a seamless transition. About Tough Commerce Tough Commerce is the leading job management software for asset-based construction businesses, currently supporting customers with operations in volumetric concrete, concrete pumping, hydrovac excavation, bins, and more. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Tough Commerce pioneered the industry's first white-label ecommerce platform. Since then, Tough Commerce has evolved to a fully integrated quote-to-cash solution that helps businesses streamline operations, gain financial visibility, and operate more efficiently. Tough Commerce proudly partners with industry leading equipment manufacturers including Holcombe Mixers, Bay-Lynx Manufacturing, Blend Plants, and integrates with a comprehensive set of ecosystem partners including Stripe, Sage, Avalara, Samsara, QuickBooks, and Geotab.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Yahoo
North GA man indicted on dozens of counts of using AI to make nude images of kids
A north Georgia man has been indicted on 76 counts after being accused of artificial intelligence to make images of minors appear naked. Ronald Richardson, 48, was arrested in January after investigators found evidence that he was using AI to make normal photos into child porn. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] A student at Gilmer High School told a school resource officer on Dec. 3 that Richardson, who filled the vending machines at the school, had asked her to send him pictures through a social media app. She told the SRO she felt that was inappropriate. According to deputies, the student told the SRO that she would talk to Richardson regularly when he was at the school and had done so for a year. She said Richardson would often give her free soft drinks, but this was the first time she had been asked to send him pictures. Sheriff Stacy Nicholson told Channel 2's Bryan Mims this is the first case where AI has been a component of an investigation for the sheriff's office. 'Unfortunately, I doubt it will be the last,' Nicholson said. 'All of the sexually explicit (nude) photographs of the minor children that Richardson is alleged to have possessed are actually normal snapshots, which he captured from various social media pages and then altered (or had altered) using AI to make the images appear nude.' TRENDING STORIES: 'Whites only,' 'colored only' signs posted in Rockdale elementary school Caregiver accused of buying Shein outfits, paying bills with Alzheimer's patient's credit card Manhunt underway for man who tried snatching 12-year-old from Hall County bus stop, deputies say The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia requested that the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office to serve as the prosecutor in this case. A date has not been set for Richardson's arraignment hearing. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
