Call Experts expanding existing Lowcountry operations
March 16, 2016
Company Investing $1.8 Million To Expand, Creating 310 Jobs New Jobs In Charleston County CHARLESTON, SC – Call Experts, a leading answering service company, is expanding its existing operations in…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: economic-development, on-the-move, telecommunications
Time Warner Cable names Ben Breazeale Senior Director of Government Relations for South Carolina
March 9, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – Time Warner Cable announced the appointment of Ben Breazeale to the position of Senior Director of Government Relations for South Carolina. Ben Breazeale succeeds Dan Jones, who…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
J.D. Power ranks Verizon Wireless highest in network quality in Southeast
March 3, 2016
Customer study measures performance in call, messaging and data quality ATLANTA, GA – When it comes to wireless network quality in the Southeast region, Verizon Wireless ranks highest among wireless providers,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
J.D. Power ranks Verizon Wireless highest in network quality in Southeast
March 3, 2016
Customer study measures performance in call, messaging and data quality ATLANTA, GA – When it comes to wireless network quality in the Southeast region, Verizon Wireless ranks highest among wireless providers,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems hosts free HIPAA compliance and security seminar
February 15, 2016IntelliSystems is holding a free HIPAA compliance and security seminar on Thursday, February 18th entitled “What every practice manager and doctor must have in place now to run a compliant,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems hosts free HIPAA compliance and security seminar
February 15, 2016
IntelliSystems is holding a free HIPAA compliance and security seminar on Thursday, February 18th entitled “What every practice manager and doctor must have in place now to run a compliant,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: health-care, hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T employees mentor 1 million hours, surpassing goal
January 13, 2016
In less than 4 years, AT&T* employees provided students with 1 million hours of mentoring, here in South Carolina and across the globe. Employee mentors participate in AT&T’s Aspire Mentoring Academy, which was…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
23% of smartphone owners made a purchase with an app for the first time last year
January 13, 2016Car ride apps fastest-growing while purchasing and banking apps go mainstream A new survey of U.S adults indicates a majority of smartphone owners (56%) purchased a product using an…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Prysmian Group launches the “Make it” recruitment program for engineers with manufacturing experience
December 15, 2015
The Group is dedicating over €160 million to industrial investments and operates 11 plants in North America serving the telecom and energy markets Prysmian Group, world leader in the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T plans to launch gigabit Internet speeds in Columbia area
December 7, 2015
38 Additional Metros Scheduled to Receive Service, Already Live in 18 AT&T announced it is planning to expand the availability of ultra-fast speeds through AT&T GigaPowerSM to homes, apartments and…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems announces winner of “Extreme Phone Makeover” contest
November 2, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade today announced Growing Home Southeast as the winner of IntelliSystems EXTREME PHONE MAKEOVER Contest. Beginning August 18th and ending October 23rd, representatives from…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: non-profit, on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems and Avaya Host Telecommunications “Lunch and Learn”
October 13, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems and Avaya are holding a Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, October 21st from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the IntelliSystems office at 140 Stoneridge Drive,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems and Avaya host telecommunications “Lunch and Learn”
September 28, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems and Avaya are holding a Lunch and Learn on Thursday, October 8th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the IntelliSystems office at 140 Stoneridge Drive,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Alcatel-Lucent and Spirit Communications bring terabit-speed network performance to the south-east United States
September 21, 2015
Spirit deploys Alcatel-Lucent’s powerful 7950 XRS core router to support ever-increasing data capacity demands by enterprises and government while simultaneously reducing its energy footprint PARIS, FR – Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications, uncategorized
AT&T Launches Digital You Program
August 20, 2015
Tips, apps and community events help people of all ages deal with issues like identity theft, cyberbullying, and smartphone security COLUMBIA, SC – Digital You is a new, comprehensive AT&T program that…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T Launches Digital You Program
August 20, 2015
Tips, apps and community events help people of all ages deal with issues like identity theft, cyberbullying, and smartphone security COLUMBIA, SC – Digital You is a new, comprehensive AT&T program that…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Intellisystems announces “Extreme Phone Makeover” contest
August 17, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems CEO Kevin Wade today announced the official launch of IntelliSystems EXTREME PHONE MAKEOVER Contest. The Columbia IT firm will award a state-of-the-art Avaya business phone system…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Inc. Magazine Unveils 34th Annual List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies—the Inc. 5000
August 12, 2015
IntelliSystems Ranks No. 4867 on the 2015 Inc. 5000 with Three-Year Sales Growth of 47% COLUMBIA, SC – Inc. magazine today ranked IntelliSystems NO. 4867 on its 34th annual Inc. 5000,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems Named One of Ingram Micro’s Fastest-Growing SMB Channel Partners in the U.S.
August 5, 2015
Global Technology Distributor Recognizes IntelliSystems’ Achievements and Success in Fourth Annual Ingram Micro SMB 500 List COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems today announced it was named to the Ingram Micro 2015…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Wireless names new Region President
August 3, 2015
Krista Bourne – seasoned wireless veteran – will lead Carolinas and Tennessee region GREENVILLE, SC – Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation’s largest and most reliable 4G LTE network,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Wireless names new Region President
August 3, 2015
Krista Bourne – seasoned wireless veteran – will lead Carolinas and Tennessee region GREENVILLE, SC – Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation’s largest and most reliable 4G LTE network,…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
IntelliSystems Welcomes Allen Yergin
July 23, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – IntelliSystems, a leader in managed IT services and support serving small to medium sized businesses in Augusta, Aiken and Columbia is pleased to announce the recent addition…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications/Wireless Carrier expand coverage in the Carolinas
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – PalmettoNet, a Spirit Communications company and one of the largest providers of digital fiber optic networks in the Carolinas, has secured the contract to provide Fiber-to-the-Tower from one…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications/Wireless Carrier expand coverage in the Carolinas
July 22, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – PalmettoNet, a Spirit Communications company and one of the largest providers of digital fiber optic networks in the Carolinas, has secured the contract to provide Fiber-to-the-Tower from one…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications and the City of Columbia “Light up Main Street with WI-FI”
June 29, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications and the City of Columbia announced today, a joint partnership to bring free public Wi-Fi access to Main Street and Downtown Columbia. Phase one includes…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Columbia Professional Baseball Announces Affiliation with New York Mets
May 25, 2015New team will join the South Atlantic League for 2016 season COLUMBIA, SC — Hardball Capital, the New York Mets and the City of Columbia announced that Columbia’s new Minor…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, sports, telecommunications
AT&T Invests More Than $120 Million In Its Wireless And Wireline Networks Over Three-Year-Period To Enhance Local Network In Charleston Area
May 2, 2015
Investment Expands Access to Nation’s Strongest 4G LTE Signal, AT&T U-verse Services CHARLESTON, SC – AT&T* has invested more than $120 million in its best-in-class wireless and wired networks in Charleston between…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T Invests More Than $250 Million Over Three-Year-Period To Enhance Local Network In Columbia Area
May 2, 2015
Investment Expands Access to Nation’s Strongest 4G LTE Signal, AT&T U-verse Services COLUMBIA, SC – AT&T* has invested more than $250 million in its best-in-class wireless and wired networks in Columbia from 2012…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T Invests Nearly $150 Million Over Three-Year-Period To Enhance Local Network In Greenville Area
May 2, 2015
Investment Expands Access to Nation’s Strongest 4G LTE Signal, AT&T U-verse Services GREENVILLE, SC – AT&T* has invested nearly $150 million in its best-in-class wireless and wired networks in Greenville from 2012…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Wireless Drives Mobile Tech With A Cause
April 15, 2015
Presents hip technology for a greener life; encourages recycling for domestic violence victims. GREENVILLE, SC — Earth Day 2015 is drawing near. This annual celebration serves as a great reminder to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Recognizes 29 Community Organizations for Fueling Company’s Charleston Hiring Push
April 13, 2015
The wireless carrier credits strong partnerships with employment-minded community groups for helping the company reach its goal of 346 hires in 2014. CHARLESTON, SC – Verizon Wireless rolled out the…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Wireless Empowers Parents; Protects Young Mobile Users
April 10, 2015
As summer approaches, technology designed to keep children safe gives parents peace of mind. GREENVILLE, SC — As parents plan summertime schedules, Verizon Wireless remains committed to providing solutions that extend…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Time Warner Cable Rolls Out Enhanced DVR Across South Carolina
April 1, 2015New DVR Provides Vast Storage And Virtually Eliminates Recording Conflicts By Recording Up To 6 Shows At Once COLUMBIA, SC – Time Warner Cable (NYSE: TWC) today announced the launch…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Smartphone Stats from Cooper River Bridge Run
April 1, 2015Race security and connectivity taken to new heights thanks to intense network preparations and planning. CHARLESTON, SC – After months of intense planning and preparation for the 2015 Cooper River Bridge…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Employees Spread Easter Cheer to Greenville Children Through United Way’s Be-a-Bunny
March 23, 2015
The program places an Easter basket packed with treats in the hands of a child affected by domestic violence. GREENVILLE, SC— Employees at Verizon’s Greenville headquarters came together this week…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications completes purchase of SCANA Communications Inc.
February 23, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications announced today the completion of its acquisition of SCANA Communications, Inc. (“SCI”), including its interest in FRC, LLC, (“FRC”) a fiber network joint venture between…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Wireless Consumers Don’t Deserve Double Dipping Landline Tax
February 16, 2015
By Douglas Kellogg, National Taxpayers Union Policy Manager In the Palmetto State, there’s a battle brewing that could force millions of residents to pay higher taxes. Traditional landline phone…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: government, headlines, op-ed, telecommunications
Spirit Communications announces Web.Com Tour Sponsorship
January 28, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications and The Legacy Agency announced a sponsorship deal with PGA Web.com Tour player Kelvin Day. Day, originally from London, England and played collegiality at Charleston…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, sports, telecommunications
Spirit Communications to acquire South Carolina-based SCANA Communications, Inc.
December 16, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications announced the acquisition of SCANA Communications, Inc. (“SCI”), including its interest in FRC, LLC, (“FRC”) a fiber network joint venture between SCI and Spirit Communications.…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: marketing-and-communications, on-the-move, telecommunications
AT&T Announces More Than 180 New Jobs Filled In South Carolina In 2014
December 15, 2014
Company hired more than 26,000 nationwide this year More than 50 jobs currently available in state COLUMBIA, SC – AT&T has announced that it filled more than 180 new jobs in South…
Read MorePosted in: lowcountrybizsc, midlandsbiz, upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Greenville Verizon Employees Stuff Care Packages for State’s Troops
December 8, 2014
The initiative was spearheaded by USO South Carolina to ease military personnel’s travel home for the Holidays. GREENVILLE, SC — Hundreds of Verizon Wireless employees teamed with USO South Carolina to…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: non-profit, on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications to Become Naming Rights Partner for Multi-Use Venue at Columbia Common
December 3, 2014Spirit Communications Park Coming to Downtown Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia and Columbia Professional Baseball, announced today that they have reached an agreement with Spirit Communications to name the new, state-of-the-art multi-use…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: headlines, hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, sports, telecommunications
Verizon Donates $23,000 to Honor Flight Upstate South Carolina
November 24, 2014
The grant enables more veterans to take part in Honor Flights to witness firsthand war memorials in Washington, D.C. CLEMSON, SC – Verizon presented a $23,000 check to Honor Flight…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, philanthropy, telecommunications
A3 Communications Opens Charlotte Office; Expanding Client Services
October 28, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – A3 Communications, Inc., America’s fourth fastest growing systems integrator, has opened a spacious office in Charlotte, N.C., to accommodate their growing client base. Conveniently located near Charlotte’s airport…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications Launches Wireless Network Failover Solution to Safeguard Businesses across the Carolinas
October 9, 2014Customers can deploy a fully-configured ‘in the box’ failover solution for primary networks or use to extend their existing MPLS network at an affordable price with no monthly commitments. COLUMBIA,…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: hi-tech-information-tech, on-the-move, telecommunications
Verizon Launches Virtual Health Clinic
September 4, 2014
Patients suffering from simple ailments, such as the common cold or flu, can now seek professional care using an app on their smartphone, tablet or laptop. GREENVILLE, SC – Doctors may…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications Hires Candice McCuien as Account Executive for the Midlands
July 25, 2014
COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications, a premier provider of voice, data and Internet services in the Carolinas, has hired Candice McCuien as Account Executive where she will be accountable for…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications Promotes Daniel Eskew to Regional Sales Manager for the Midlands
July 14, 2014COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications, a premier provider of voice, data and Internet services in the Carolinas, has promoted Daniel Eskew to Regional Sales Manager for the Midlands. Eskew is responsible…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Spirit Communications named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina
July 9, 2014Local telecommunications provider honored for its exceptional benefits, collaborative work environment, and culture of mutual respect and trust. COLUMBIA, SC – Spirit Communications, a premier provider of voice, data…
Read MorePosted in: midlandsbiz Category: on-the-move, telecommunications
Greenville Health System Pilots Wireless-powered Diabetes Management Solution
June 9, 2014The Greenville, S.C.-based healthcare system is among first in Southeast to incorporate wireless tool as part of employee wellness initiative. GREENVILLE, SC – South Carolina’s largest health system is pioneering the…
Read MorePosted in: upstatebizsc Category: health-care, on-the-move, telecommunications
