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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
CMS AI Implementer Skyward Launches SkyAI Hub, Pioneering Government-Ready Agentic AI to Boost Federal Efficiency
WASHINGTON, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward, a leader in AI infrastructure for the public sector, today announced the launch of its SkyAI Hub, a first-of-its-kind ecosystem of intelligent agents designed to transform government operations. In partnership with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Skyward is deploying AI agents that are delivering significant operational cost savings across critical federal services. The SkyAI Hub provides federal agencies with secure, modular, and audit-ready AI Control Center and Agents that automate complex workflows, reduce manual workload, and improve service delivery at scale. Through its pilot integration with CMS, Skyward's AI assistants have demonstrated a reduction in administrative processing time by over 70%, directly translating into millions of dollars in cost savings and enhanced efficiency. 'This partnership marks a pivotal step toward modernizing public service through AI,' said Dmitry Yun, CEO of Skyward. 'The Skyward AI Hub is not just about automation—it's about rethinking how the government works for the people by deploying intelligent systems that are fast, compliant, and cost-effective.' SkyAI agents are purpose-built to meet federal compliance and security standards while offering seamless integration with existing government systems. The marketplace offers a growing catalog of AI modules covering procurement, claims processing, research and data analytics, fraud detection, compliance auditing, and real-time customer support. 'We're proving that ethical, scalable AI can solve real administrative pain points and generate tangible value for taxpayers not only at CMS but across the Federal government,' added Vitaly Baklikov, CTO of SkywardFounded in 2013, Skyward is a Maryland-based digital services company and trusted federal partner specializing in AI/ML, Agile DevSecOps, Data Science, and Customer Experience. As an 8(a) small business and proud member of the Digital Services Coalition, Skyward is committed to delivering secure, scalable, and user-centered technology solutions that serve the American people. For over a decade, Skyward has worked shoulder-to-shoulder with U.S. federal agencies to modernize mission-critical systems and improve public service delivery. Our clients include the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the U.S. Small Business Administration, Department of Transportation and the Department of Homeland Security.. With a deep focus on outcomes, transparency, and agility, Skyward is redefining how the government leverages next-generation technology to operate smarter, faster, and more cost-effectively. Contact:-Ksenia Kapoor PR Lead kkapoor@ This is a paid post and is provided by Skyward. The statements, views, and opinions expressed in this content are solely those of the content provider and do not necessarily reflect the views of this media platform or its publisher. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information presented. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or business advice. All investments carry inherent risks, including the potential loss of capital. Readers are strongly encouraged to conduct their own due diligence and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Neither the media platform nor the publisher shall be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misrepresentations, or financial losses resulting from the use or reliance on the information in this press release. Speculate only with funds you can afford to lose. In the event of any legal claims or concerns regarding this article, we accept no liability or responsibility. Legal Disclaimer: This media platform provides the content of this article on an "as-is" basis, without warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied. We assume no responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained herein. Any complaints, copyright issues, or inquiries regarding this article should be directed to the content provider listed above. Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
Business Wire
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Jury Produces $10 Million Verdict Against Grocery Store Ownership
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A Dallas County jury has returned a $10 million verdict against the shipping arm of the El Rancho Supermercado chain, finding the organization which operates under the corporate name of Mexico Foods breached contractual agreements and promises with Dallas-based Skyward Transportation. 'We're pleased that the jury carefully considered the evidence that Heritage management intentionally breached agreements, broke promises, and betrayed the longstanding and productive business relationship between Skyward and El Rancho.' According to court documents, Skyward, founded by Curtis Lawrence when he was 19 years old, managed the majority of grocery delivery and backhaul services for the chain for more than a decade and enjoyed a mutually positive relationship until the acquisition of El Rancho in June 2023 by Heritage Grocers, a portfolio company of private equity firm Apollo Global Management. Shortly following that sale to Heritage, a California-based company with a recent record of purchasing regional Hispanic-focused grocery chains, Skyward began receiving what the company believed to be a series of falsified records and fabricated complaints, while unpaid invoices began totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. Despite the attempts by Skyward to salvage the relationship, the Skyward contracts were terminated and the company, with more than 90% of its business devoted to serving El Rancho, was replaced as the chain's preferred transportation provider in favor of companies already serving other Heritage brands. 'We're pleased that the jury carefully considered the evidence that Heritage management intentionally breached agreements, broke promises, and betrayed the longstanding and productive business relationship between Skyward and El Rancho,' says Michael K. Hurst, Skyward's legal counsel. 'Skyward's performance and commitment was exceptional, but the new ownership was determined to create new `synergies' because it believed it could save costs and make more profits, notwithstanding the 5-year contracts and 10-year relationship with Skyward. Now they have to pay the price. Most people and companies wouldn't dare take on a business giant like Apollo, but most people aren't Curtis Lawrence,' says Hurst. El Rancho operates 27 stores, with 18 locations in North Texas and others in Austin, Houston and Liberal, Kansas. The verdict does not include attorney fees and interest to be awarded to Skyward at a later date. Other attorneys representing Skyward included Jared Eisenberg, David Coale, Jamie Drillette, and Andy Kim, all with Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann LLP, and Anthony Farmer with the Farmer Law Group. The case is Skyward Transportation LLC v. Mexico Foods LLC et al., No. 23-15759, in the160th District Court of Judge Aiesha Redmond. Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann is a Dallas-based, nationally recognized commercial litigation firm whose philosophy is based on trial-tested experience, creativity and an uncompromising will to win. The firm has a consistent track record of success, trying business disputes of all types, including breach of contract, intellectual property and trade secret, class action, financial services, securities, breach of fiduciary duty, employment, and professional malpractice cases. To learn more, visit
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Skyward Unveils New Turnkey Data Visualization Tool During 2025 International Conference, iCon
With record attendance, edtech leaders were the first to see Skyward's brand new product, DistrictPulse, in action and to learn more about existing tools DistrictPulse Attendance Dashboard STEVENS POINT, Wis., March 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skyward, a school administration software provider committed to helping K-12 leaders spend less time on tasks and more time with students, held their international conference, iCon, February 26-28 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. The event featured over 80 sessions and various networking opportunities, with the highlight being the unveiling of Skyward's DistrictPulse, a new analytics reporting tool designed to quickly connect data to capture strategic insights, integrated seamlessly with Skyward's Qmlativ Education Management System. Developed in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Skyward's DistrictPulse is designed to pull data directly from Qmlativ and deliver actionable insights to key district personnel. Unlike many existing solutions, DistrictPulse ensures that data remains secure and accessible only to authorized users, reflecting the security established in Qmlativ. To learn more about Skyward's DistrictPulse, go to 'The launch of DistrictPulse emphasizes our commitment to providing powerful analytics that empower district leaders with the insights needed to improve performance and achieve their goals,' said Tom King, chief marketing officer at Skyward. 'iCon 2025 was a fantastic opportunity to connect with edtech leaders and showcase how Skyward continues to innovate.' 'AWS was thrilled be a part of iCon 2025 to show Skyward users how DistrictPulse is a game-changer for them,' said Adam Leahy, senior enterprise account executive at AWS. 'We've worked closely with Skyward over the past year to ensure this tool saves customers time and delivers data in an entirely new way to analyze and visualize trends, which district leaders can then act on.' The unveiling of DistrictPulse sparked immediate excitement among iCon attendees, with many eager to explore how the new tool will transform their reporting capabilities and data analytics. 'I'm excited about the potential of DistrictPulse,' said Liz Boyles, iCon 2025 attendee and director of information services at Troy CCSD 30C in IL. 'This tool will significantly reduce concerns regarding data accuracy, and at-a-glance visuals will provide opportunities for continuous growth at our district and play a significant role in our strategic plan.' iCon provided attendees with hands-on learning about how Skyward can help streamline district operations. Attendees also participated in leadership-focused presentations, had the opportunity to connect with other like-minded professionals, heard from keynote Thomas C. Murray, and recognized this year's Leader in Excellence winners. Find the full list of winners at Next year's international conference will take place February 25-27, 2026 at TradeWinds Island Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida. For more information, visit About Skyward Since 1980, Skyward's SIS and ERP solutions have helped more than 2,500 school districts save time, connect with families, and empower success. By blending advanced technology guided by actual users with world-class support delivered with a personal touch, Skyward is the clear choice for K-12 leaders who want to spend less time on tasks and more time with students. To learn more about the next generation of K-12 administration software, visit About Amazon Web Services Since 2006, Amazon Web Services has been the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud. AWS has been continually expanding its services to support virtually any workload, and it now has more than 240 fully featured services for compute, storage, databases, networking, analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), mobile, security, hybrid, media, and application development, deployment, and management from 114 Availability Zones within 36 geographic regions, with announced plans for 12 more Availability Zones and four more AWS Regions in New Zealand, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, and the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. Millions of customers—including the fastest-growing startups, largest enterprises, and leading government agencies—trust AWS to power their infrastructure, become more agile, and lower costs. To learn more about AWS, visit Media Contact:Alexis BushmanSkyward, Inc.(715) A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
Leaders
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
AlUla Skies Festival 2025: Spectacular Celebration of Celestial Heritage, Discovery
AlUla is gearing up to host the much-anticipated return of the AlUla Skies Festival, taking place from April 18 to 27, 2025, as part of the AlUla Moments calendar. This extraordinary festival pays tribute to humanity's deep-rooted connection with the skies, reflecting the legacy of ancient travelers who once relied on the stars to navigate vast deserts. As a globally recognized destination for astrotourism, AlUla offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to experience its pristine dark skies and breathtaking constellations. AlUla Manara At the heart of the festival is AlUla Manara, a groundbreaking global observatory dedicated to advancing research and education in astronomy and space science. In collaboration with esteemed local and international partners in the space industry, this state-of-the-art facility invites visitors to explore the wonders of the universe. Moreover, through interactive exhibits, cutting-edge telescopes, and immersive workshops, AlUla Manara bridges ancient celestial wisdom with modern scientific discovery. As a premier hub for astrotourism, it offers exceptional stargazing experiences that draw visitors from around the world, fostering a profound connection with the cosmos. AlUla,Skyward Adventure Awaits The AlUla Skies Festival 2025 promises a thrilling mix of adventure, culture, and exploration. Guests can take to the skies in daily hot-air balloon flights, creating a stunning aerial spectacle each morning. For those seeking a more intimate experience, tethered balloon rides at Old Town and Elephant Rock provide panoramic views of AlUla's breathtaking landscapes. Moreover, as night falls, the festival's Balloon Glow Shows will light up the sky with 12 illuminated balloons, aerial performances, and synchronized music, transforming Elephant Rock into a magical wonderland. Celestial Experiences Beyond Imagination The festival's Passport to the Skies program, curated by AlUla Manara, offers visitors an immersive journey through the cosmos. Additionally, at the Celestial Sky Port in Jabal Ikmah, guests can engage with interactive exhibits, high-tech telescopes, and astronomy workshops, while the Pop-Up Planetarium in Old Town brings space exploration to life through mesmerizing 360-degree projections. Music, Wellness, Cosmic Cinema On Friday, April 25, music lovers will be treated to an unforgettable performance under the stars as regional artists take the stage at Thanaya AlUla Outdoor Venue. The festival also offers unique celestial experiences, including: Cinema Under the Stars at Maraya, the world's largest mirrored building and a premier entertainment venue. Moonlight Yoga Sessions, perfect for wellness seekers looking to relax under the celestial canopy. Expert-led stargazing experiences, allowing visitors to deepen their connection with the night sky. Luxury Accommodations Under Stars For those looking for a truly immersive stay, AlMaddham Wilderness Lodge, Our Habitas AlUla, and The Chedi Hegra offer exclusive private stargazing sessions, allowing guests to unwind beneath AlUla's infinite night sky. Invitation to Explore Cosmos The AlUla Skies Festival 2025 is a celebration of AlUla's rich celestial heritage, its commitment to preserving the night skies, and its growing reputation as a global destination for adventure and discovery. Whether soaring above breathtaking landscapes, exploring the universe, or simply marveling at the stars, this festival promises an unforgettable journey. Finally, for more details and ticket release updates, follow @AlUlaMoments on social media or visit Related Topics : AlUla Celebrates Founding Day 2025 Through Cultural Experiences Saudi Arabia Launches Iftar Initiative, Dates Distribution Gift in Bosnia AlUla Arts Festival 2025: Artistic Celebration of Creativity and Culture Sand & Fun 2024: Catch the Spectacular General Aviation Airshow in Riyadh Short link :
