Leading Online Scheduler Calendar System Appointment-Plus Adds 600 Clients in 2nd Quarter 2011

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) August 16, 2011

Appointment-Plus, the leading provider of online scheduling calendars since 2001, has announced the addition of over 600 new clients in second quarter 2011 to its rapidly expanding list of companies, businesses, colleges, healthcare practitioners and other organizations who rely on its cutting-edge scheduling software for automating, streamlining and improving their booking procedures. The successful quarter demonstrates the vital role the preferred scheduling software system plays in the operations of 5,000 clients in 11 countries worldwide.

Among the organizations who now utilize Appointment-Plus online scheduler calendar software are:

American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine in Houston.
Clemson University in Clemson, S.C.
Indiana University Health in Indianapolis.
ING Direct (Health and Wellness Team) in Wilmington, Del.
Mathnasium (several locations nationwide).
OhioHealth in Columbus, Ohio.
The Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Neb.

Online scheduling software by Appointment-Plus is a must-have for anyone looking to improve the way they book their services, process payments, and manage their customer contact information, which is evident by the number of businesses and organizations choosing our leading online scheduling software, says Bob La Loggia, CEO of Appointment-Plus. Our feature-rich system is the one these organizations turn to for an affordable, easy-to-use and dependable solution to their scheduling dilemmas.

Providing online scheduling calendars since 2001, Appointment-Plus offers such functionality as:

Online self-scheduling, whereby individuals can book their own appointments and reservations when its most convenient for them, 24 hours a day.
Automated e-mail and text message reminders sent out by the system prior to a scheduled appointment or reservation.
Online customer payment options.
Robust record-keeping and reporting
capabilities.

E-marketing through iContact.

In addition, Appointment-Plus online business calendar will roll out several new features over the ensuing months, including a QuickBooks sync module, mobile applications, and Google and Microsoft Outlook Calendar syncs. The combination of these features in one easy-to-access location makes Appointment-Plus the perfect toolbox for businesses looking to manage their operations efficiently and profitably.

Because its Web-based, Appointment-Plus requires only an Internet connection to use, with no downloads, installations or additional hardware required. Organizations that wish to utilize the online self-scheduling feature can easily add a Book Now button or scheduler link right on their Web site, Facebook page, newsletter or e-mail. The online scheduler calendar is accessible from any Internet connection, making it the perfect application for individuals who need the ability to view their calendars from outside the office or home.

Pricing starts at $ 39 per month, with no long-term contracts. All signups receive a complementary training session with a professional set-up coach during their 15-day free trial period.

Appointment-Plus not only makes the scheduling process easier for you and your staff, it also gives your customers, clients, students and patients a simple way to book their appointments and reservations online and at any hour of the day, La Loggia continues. Its a win-win for everyone!

To learn more about Appointment-Plus and how it can improve your scheduling processes, click here.

About Appointment-Plus: Appointment-Plus is the leading online appointment-scheduling system, serving organizations in 11 countries ranging from one-person businesses to Fortune 500 companies. With over 15 million end users across 100 industries, Appointment-Plus is the preferred scheduler for colleges and universities, holistic practitioners, personal trainers and health clubs, salons, shipping docks, government agencies, health care providers, financial institutions, tour operators, and many other types of organizations. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., over 70 million appointments have been booked through Appointment-Plus since its launch in 2001.

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ICANN Approves Historic Change to Internets Domain Name System

Singapore (PRWEB) June 21, 2011

ICANNs Board of Directors has approved a plan to usher in one of the biggest changes ever to the Internets Domain Name System.

During a special meeting, the Board approved a plan to allow an increase in the number of Internet address endings - called generic top-level domains (gTLDs) - from the current 22, which includes such familiar domains as .com, .org and .net.

ICANN has opened the Internets naming system to unleash the global human imagination. Todays decision respects the rights of groups to create new Top Level Domains in any language or script. We hope this allows the domain name system to better serve all of mankind, said Rod Beckstrom, President and Chief Executive Officer of ICANN.

New gTLDs will change the way people find information on the Internet and how businesses plan and structure their online presence. Virtually every organization with an online presence could be affected in some way.

Internet address names will be able to end with almost any word in any language, offering organizations around the world the opportunity to market their brand, products, community or cause in new and innovative ways.

Todays decision will usher in a new Internet age, said Peter Dengate Thrush, Chairman of ICANNs Board of Directors. We have provided a platform for the next generation of creativity and inspiration.

The decision to proceed with the gTLD program follows many years of discussion, debate and deliberation with the Internet community, business groups and governments. Strong efforts were made to address the concerns of all interested parties, and to ensure that the security, stability and resiliency of the Internet are not compromised.

ICANN will soon begin a global communications program to tell the world about this dramatic change in Internet names and to raise awareness of the opportunities afforded by new gTLDs. The application process will also use this period to elaborate on what is involved in applying for a new generic top-level domain.

Under the plan, new gTLDs applications to be accepted beginning on January 12.

The decision to launch the new gTLD program raised the curtain on ICANNs 41st public meeting, taking place in Singapore. It is just one of the issues that will dominate the weeklong meeting.

On Wednesday, the focus will turn to cyber security with the inauguration in Singapore of a specially built hardened facility, the first of three around the world that are helping to secure the domain names of all countries.

The Singapore meeting will continue through the week and conclude on Friday with a public meeting of the Board of Directors.

To see a video recording of the Boards decision, go here: http://www.icann.org/.

To see the schedule for ICANNs Singapore meeting, go here: http://singapore41.icann.org/full-schedule

To learn more about new generic top-level domains, go here: http://www.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtld-program.htm and http://www.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtlds/factsheet-new-gtld-program-14apr11-en.pdf

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