Food Beverage

According to Jerry List, vice-president of QC Software (www.qcsoftware.com), “First we have to understand the core competency of the Warehouse Control System (WCS). The WCS evolved from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) due to the fact that the WMS was just trying to do too much and technology just could not keep up. Routing, sorting and processing cartons through a conveyor system are very different than tracking inventory and orders. In the food and beverage arena it is imperative (a central to quality control) for goods to be picked, packed and shipped in an expeditious fashion due to the spoilage factor. A WCS must be able to process cartons efficiently avoiding any recirculation in the process of processing thousands of cartons an hour.”

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler contributed to the current issue of the International Food and Safety Quality Network (IFSQN); the feature titled, “WCS Expands to Food & Beverage” details the decision-making process often conducted by food and beverage distributors and manufacturers.

According to Cutler, “There is a significant shift between (Warehouse Management Systems) WMS and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) in the area of merging local data warehouses into an enterprise data warehouse. There are suites of software products that provide the tools necessary to efficiently and economically operate a warehouse or distribution center.”

Traditionally, a Warehouse Control System (WCS) executes instructions provided by an upper level host system, such as an ERP (enterprise resource planning) system or a WMS system. True Tier 1 WCS software provides advanced management capabilities including inventory control, resource scheduling and order management. The best-of-breed WCS systems are modular in nature, easily configurable, platform independent, with a scalable architecture to satisfy the needs of any size warehouse.

Unlike a typical WMS software solution, WCS directs real-time data management and interface responsibilities of the material handling system as well as provides common user interface screens for monitoring, control, and diagnostics.

The focal point for managing the operational aspects of the material handling system, WCS provides the critical link between the batch-time data host and the real-time Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) material handling system.

The PLC coordinates the various real-time control devices to accomplish the daily workload. At each decision point in the distribution process, the WCS “determines” the most efficient routing of the product and transmits directives to the Equipment Controllers to achieve the desired result. The decision-making process is often controlled by two separate utilities, the Sort Manager and the Route Director.
WMS systems are designed to manage information; they are planning systems versus execution systems, yet it is fair to say that the WCS is the MES for the warehouse because it directs the tasks.
The solutions provided by QC Software enables companies to streamline their warehouse operations with the lowest total cost of ownership in the industry ensuring increased corporate profitability.

Manufacturing journalist Thomas R. Cutler contributed to the current issue of the International Food and Safety Quality Network (IFSQN); the feature titled, “WCS Expands to Food & Beverage” details the decision-making process often conducted by food and beverage distributors and manufacturers.

According to Cutler, “There is a significant shift between (Warehouse Management Systems) WMS and WCS (Warehouse Control Systems) in the area of merging local data warehouses into an enterprise data warehouse. There are suites of software products that provide the tools necessary to efficiently and economically operate a warehouse or distribution center.”

According to Jerry List, vice-president of QC Software (www.qcsoftware.com), “First we have to understand the core competency of the Warehouse Control System (WCS). The WCS evolved from the Warehouse Management System (WMS) due to the fact that the WMS was just trying to do too much and technology just could not keep up. Routing, sorting and processing cartons through a conveyor system are very different than tracking inventory and orders. In the food and beverage arena it is imperative (a central to quality control) for goods to be picked, packed and shipped in an expeditious fashion due to the spoilage factor. A WCS must be able to process cartons efficiently avoiding any recirculation in the process of processing thousands of cartons an hour.”

Traditionally, a Warehouse Control System (WCS) executes instructions provided by an upper level host system, such as an ERP (enterprise resource planning) system or a WMS system. True Tier 1 WCS software provides advanced management capabilities including inventory control, resource scheduling and order management. The best-of-breed WCS systems are modular in nature, easily configurable, platform independent, with a scalable architecture to satisfy the needs of any size warehouse.

Unlike a typical WMS software solution, WCS directs real-time data management and interface responsibilities of the material handling system as well as provides common user interface screens for monitoring, control, and diagnostics.

The focal point for managing the operational aspects of the material handling system, WCS provides the critical link between the batch-time data host and the real-time Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) material handling system.

The PLC coordinates the various real-time control devices to accomplish the daily workload. At each decision point in the distribution process, the WCS “determines” the most efficient routing of the product and transmits directives to the Equipment Controllers to achieve the desired result. The decision-making process is often controlled by two separate utilities, the Sort Manager and the Route Director.

WMS systems are designed to manage information; they are planning systems versus execution systems, yet it is fair to say that the WCS is the MES for the warehouse because it directs the tasks.
The solutions provided by QC Software enables companies to streamline their warehouse operations with the lowest total cost of ownership in the industry ensuring increased corporate profitability.

Competition in the food and beverage industry is a tough one and many companies struggle to face the heat. Unfortunately, many companies still lack system integration. Moreover, they have executives that are unaware of new food service software. Managers need this new technology in order to develop and improve their food and beverage business.

The key to a successful operation in this field is a lean supply chain. Companies from all over the world spend money and time on activities such as the movement, the storage and the products’ control. Food service software is what you need, whether you want to view your inventory levels or to review the production capacity of your business. Advanced food and beverage software allows managers to access the information they need faster than they used to and thus to improve their management.

Executives find it mandatory to establish and maintain records that allow inspectors to conduct a fast and efficient investigation and food and beverage software is the best choice when it comes to meeting these requirements. Food service software offers an integrated solution that runs off a single database and that different departments can access easily. Thus, managers can share information a lot faster than they used to do it.

Professionals have developed food service software in order to help food and beverage executives to evaluate the risks of their business and to exploit more business opportunities that are available. Several companies offer software solutions designed for the food and beverage industry. Food and beverage software can improve your business faster than you have ever imagined it to be possible.

Food service software is meant to meet the specific challenges of food and beverage organizations. Thus, food and beverage software will facilitate operations such as the management of the transactions that take place in the food and beverage supply chain, the planning and executing of customer deliveries and shipments. Moreover, food software will assist with the implementation of the pricing and the promotion programs, the exhaustive reports concerning profitability of the business and customer service analysis, as well as the printing of table dockets and receipts.

In addition, food service software will offer you password protection on special operations, flexible credit card definition, and an audit trail of all the transactions and receipts possible to print in a detailed or summary form. Moreover, food service software provides complete functionality applications and those who are interested in such software can add new features and even customize it. Regardless of the products you manufacture, you must always make certain a safe and qualitative inventory of your products. Food and beverage software will support you in all of your activities. Moreover, such software enables you to respond quickly to your customers’ demands and to come up with good solutions.

Food software will offer you the necessary tools in order to improve your business. However, you will have to pay some money for the implementation of such software, but it will be worth the investment, since it will facilitate all of your activities. By using food service software, you will be able to save a lot of time and to improve the quality of your products and services.

Some of the main conditions that define the business of those who are in the food and beverage industry are tough competition, strict compliance standards and low profit margins. A good business needs rapid and efficient sales ordering processes, elasticity and swift reactions (that can save one’s business), as well as advanced software can provide all these features.

It is possible to attain all the above-mentioned aspects provided you acquire food service software. Food and beverage software enables you to see the information of all your operations and it offers you efficient delivery mechanisms. Once you have acquired food service software, you will no longer hear complaints from your customers to what concerns bothersome delivery delays.

Our food and beverage software can help you stand out in your business and increase your profits. The main objective of your business is (or should be) the quick processing of your customers’ orders; thus, by means of advanced software that comprises your financials, inventory and the customer relationship management, you can be sure that your orders meet proper organization.

Food service software stands for an accurate management tool. If you have any hesitations to what concerns the purchasing of such software, you should take into consideration the fact that food and beverage software saves from two to 5 % of typical food service operations. Moreover, food service software will help you control the costs of your business, maximize your profit and save precious time.

Nowadays, many software companies offer food and beverage software that is easy to use and to maintain. Some companies even offer a period of free trial, this period varying from company to company. With some software programs, there is even no need for any training. The systematic approach to food preparation and production represents your key to success. With our food software, you have reliability and guaranteed efficiency in one safe package.

If you are interested in food service software, you should know that such software programs could not fail since their development has taken place after the performance of a strict analysis of the food and beverage industry. Nowadays, most executives are eager to learn about new software programs and to improve their business. The flexible systems provided by food and beverage software enable managers to make available to customers, by means of Internet connection, reports and data. Thus, with the help of well-connected systems, executives will be able to coordinate all the communication aspects and satisfy, at the same time, the customers’ requirement for updated information.

Another advantage of this software is the fact that it can provide real-time information that can help you plan your delivery schedules and even create automated processes for specific requests of the customers. Moreover, food service software facilitates traceability from provider to customer. Such software provides flexible solutions possible to adjust according to your needs. With the help of such advanced type of software, you will be able to collect, analyze and report data across your company’s systems.

Experts in food and beverage distribution who understand your business and the changes that occur in the food and beverage industry provide these software solutions. Food and beverage software offers the necessary flexibility and meets all the requirements that facilitate the expansion of your business. Such food software enables you to respond quickly to your customers’ demands, being not only adaptable, but also rapid.

Working in a restaurant / bar can be a great way to earn a good income. Taking a position as a server, or bartender, is the best option, as they are tip based positions which is where the most money can be earned. But, these jobs are not necessarily easy and you have to have the right personality to deal with the public on a regular basis. So if you have the personality and want to get started in the Food & Beverage business, what is the best way to get started?

Well to start you need a good resume. It needs to be different and highlight your personality, not just your work experience. People eat and drink at restaurants because they wish to be social, otherwise they d sequester themselves at home. Restaurant owners want people that are personable, who are comfortable in the spotlight, because when you are serving a big group, you will be the centre of attention. Smiling, a good sense of humour and wit are all important tools as a server or bartender, so make them obvious on your resume. Otherwise, highlight your professionalism and work ethic. Here is an example of a bartenders resume to get you started. Also you create your resume, tailor it to each restaurant or bar you apply. Don t send the same resume to a hip hop club that you d send to a fine dining restaurant.

You also have to be well groomed. Sorry, nobody wants to eat their meal around someone who smells like sour yogurt or looks like they just rolled out of bed. Being well groomed is directly related to your income potential, so take it seriously. Owners of these businesses will also judge you based on how you look. Even though this may sound shallow and judgmental, you are in the service business and most people, especially those that tip really well, don t want to be served by a slob. If you are apply for jobs on a particular day, go out and treat yourself to a clothing make-over and haircut, then hit the restaurants and bars with your nicely designed resume.

Once you have the job, the best way to make a living as a server or bartender is to make the job a profession. Even if you are just going to be employed in the food and beverage industry until you are finished school, taking your position seriously and being an absolute professional with garner you a significant wage increase. Take some time to watch the really experienced servers and bartenders at good restaurants and bars. Learn from your coworkers and especially learn the basics like opening a bottle of wine and the top 10 cocktails your establishment serves. Finally, work on your memory because if you can remember a customers drink and name the next time they come in, you ve just earned yourself a great tip. Do this for everyone and you may just find the money so good that you have a new career.

According to Evan Garber, President of EVS (www.evs-sw.com), “Many times a customer will have specifications for a juice that is different than the company’s specification for the product...the company manufacturers orange juice with between 30-40% solids, a client may require that the orange juice that they get be 37%-40% solids. ERP solutions must allow a fruit beverage company to manufacture to the company’s specification, the customer’s specification or when picking for a sales order, perform a “best-fit” of existing products to meet the customer’s requirement.”

In the feature entitled, Technology Solutions in Fruit Beverage Manufacture, Escape Velocity Systems (www.evs-sw.com) is profiled. In the current issue of International Food Safety and Quality Network, the article by manufacturing journalist TR Cutler, the author notes that, “In the citrus industry most juicers do not purchase pounds, gallons, tons of fruit; they purchase “pound solids.” Essentially juicers are purchasing the sugar that is in the fruit, not the water content. Sometimes a trailer of oranges can be 5,000 pound solids; sometime the same volume can be 4,000 pound solids if the fruit has more water and less sugar. The difficulty is they will issue the fruit into a batch by weight or volume; The relationship from pound solids to weight or volume is not a linear relationship – therefore the technology solution must have the capacity to facilitate multiple, non-related units of measure on a lot basis. The O2 system is one of the very few technologies which provide this capability for juicers.

The entire article may be read at http://www.ifsqn.com/articles_detail.php?newsdesk_id=388&osCsid=44a69b8813db8bfc9184638cf09896d2.

Some juice manufacturers make Kosher and Halal beverage products. Garber suggested, “Any technology solution must indicate whether a formula is Kosher or Halal. O2 is one of the few batch or recipe process manufacturing ERP systems which allow a user to indicate formulas that are Kosher or Halal. Whether Muslim in the case of Halal certification or a Rabbi in the case of Kosher certification, both will typically review formulations as well as historical production to verify that kosher products have been used. The ability to print and view all formulas and ingredients that have a designation (Kosher or Halal) is vital and must be true of historical production batches.”

Other ERP functionality for these two designations include the requirement of “source of ingredients” because of the direct relationship to lot tracking of raw materials from procurement through production to finished goods. The requirement of “status of production equipment” relates to machines that only run kosher or halal items (given the cleaning specification of both food designations). Garber noted, “Production planning (finite capacity) rules can be set to state that a section of formulas (kosher or halal, in this case) are only run on certain machines. If a planner tries to run on another line, the schedule board will prohibit it from moving. Production history can be updated for the machine indicating that a batch was actually run and received the required verification that batches were run on proper equipment. Indicators that the needed blessing has been made to a particular batch, item, or lot can be indicated.”

Escape Velocity Systems (EVS) was formed in 2001 to combine specific industry knowledge related to process manufacturing, distribution, and ERP implementations with cutting edge software development. The company focus is to create tools that enable mid-market enterprises to achieve their goals, focusing on lean processes and ROI.

Paul Ziliak, President of MicroAccounting Solutions recent suggested that, “Historically the solutions we provided our food and beverage manufacturing clients required some combination of significant custom programming and external database management in order to satisfy all their needs. We became aware of O2 Process Manufacturing shortly after its initial release. We already had a high level of comfort with Sage Software’s applications – and once we saw the O2 applications in operation we knew we finally had the complete offering our clients had long been seeking. Escape Velocity Systems staff is highly talented and very professional.”

According the Evan Garber, President of Escape Velocity Systems, Inc. (EVS) (www.evs-sw.com), “We find that working with MicroAccounting Solutions (www.microaccounting.com) is a terrific fit for our process manufacturing clients. As a significant strategic alliance partners, MicroAccounting Solutions understands the specific complexities of various types of process manufacturers and can utilize the O2 software to fulfill clients needs and expectations. In addition, Micro Accounting Solutions represents Escape Velocity Systems with the values and integrity we expect from our VAR partners.”

Process Manufacturing describes a manufacturing process whereby materials are blended, cooked, or mixed as opposed to assembled from discrete units. Some needs common to process manufacturing industries are:

• Formulas (or recipes) are ratios, not static bills of material
• Split bill of material: several products can share one formula, yet have different packaging
• Flexibility with units of measure
• Stringent quality control, with recall ability
• Lot grading / attribute tracking and calculation

Escape Velocity Systems (EVS) was formed in 2001 to combine specific industry knowledge related to process manufacturing, distribution, and ERP implementations with cutting edge software development. The company focus is to create tools that enable mid-market enterprises to achieve their goals, focusing on lean processes and ROI. According to President Evan Garber, “We realize that good ERP software is the hub of information in any process manufacturing enterprise. Timely, reliable, and centralized data are non-negotiable elements for businesses competing in the 21st century.”

The term escape velocity refers to the speed that is necessary for an object to overcome gravity and soar into space. EVS provides direct applications for businesses looking for a catalyst, not just a software package. Process manufacturers require the best software solution coupled with industry experience that will accelerate the velocity with which they race towards their goals. The gravity of status-quo opposes aggressive, cutting edge organizations as they strive towards high quality and short lead time delivery while reducing inventories and operating costs.

Coffee used to be just coffee. You used to have a choice of either black or white, with or without caffeine. Today when you decide which coffee beverage to indulge in choosing a coffee beverage can be very confusing. Some of your choices may be: an Espresso, a Latte, Mocha, an Iced coffee, or a Cappuccino. In Chicago they have a very strong special coffee which is very popular amongst the locals which is called Intelligencia coffee. It is a very potent coffee which is full of flavour and can be purchased almost anywhere even at gas stations and convenience stores. The best coffee house in my opinion is in Illinois and can be found at 3123 North Broadway Street.

The History Of The Cup Of Coffee

The coffee beverage was first consumed back in 1000A.D. but the first coffee shop didn t open until the year 1475. In 1601 coffee finally made it to North America. In the year 1668 the coffee beverage became New York s favorite breakfast beverage in place of beer and is now know around the world as a breakfast drink that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

You can buy coffee beans and grind them yourself or you can but them packaged already ground for you. The coffee beverage is also available in single packs much like tea bags, for those who don t want to wait for the coffee beverage to brew, there are instant granules. There are also powdered versions of cappuccinos as well.

There can be a few factors to consider when choosing the best coffee. Depending on your mood, the time of day and where you are will help you get your coffee fix. If your in a hurry and don t have time to stop in a gourmet coffee shop then you might want to go to a drive thru which can be found in coffee house in Chicago. There you will get the tried and true coffee beverage. Here are a couple of Chicago coffee houses you could try.

6 Corners Coffee Shop
4022 N Milwaukee
Chicago

Bridgeport Coffee House
3100 S Morgan
Chicago

Metropolis
1039 West Granville Avenue
Chicago

Snack and beverage vending machines are the most popular vending machines around. Scores of people prefer to grab a quick bite on the go, rather than to sit down for a meal. These machines have become particularly popular with all busy working people. These are people that more often than not have to eat in a hurry, because they simply don’t have the time to sit down. This is one the reasons why a Planet Antares snack and beverage vending business would a good money making opportunity.
Location
The location that you placed your Planet Antares vending machines will play a big role in the kind of profits you will make. Schools for example, make a great location for snack and beverage vending machines, since selling will be guaranteed. Most schools today, prefer to have health products in their vending machine. Even with these kinds of products in your vending machine, you can still be sure of getting sales. Shopping malls also make great locations. Hungry shoppers would be grateful to spot a vending machine, where they can grab a snack before continuing with their shopping.
Products
Sell quality products in your Planet Antares vending machines. Selling branded products is a great way of ensuring sales. These are products that are easily identified by customers and thus they sell faster. Finding a supplier who can provide with these products at a cheap rate would be the best thing for your Planet Antares vending business. If you can buy the products cheaper from the supplier, it means that you can sell them cheaper to the customers. By selling your products cheaper, you will be able to beat out the competition.
Maintenance
When you have a snack and beverage vending machine, you need to keep in mind that snacks and beverages are sensitive to direct sunlight exposure. When you pick a location for your vending machine, you can have it placed in a shadowy corner or any other place that is shaded from direct sunlight. The products that you sell have to be fresh and unspoiled.
Snacks and beverages go side by side
Having a mixed snack and soda vending machine is a good idea, because each time people eat they usually need a drink to go with the snack. This will not only keep the customers satisfied, but it will also increase the profit of your Planet Antares vending business.

"Our goal here is to support elite high school athletes by giving back to the same markets that support our sales," said Anthony Miller, chief executive officer of Fire Mountain Beverage. "This event helps to accomplish one of our objectives by promoting healthy living through education."

Since the passage of the Pupil Nutrition, Health and Achievement Act of 2001, California schools have banned the sale of sugared, carbonated beverages and are moving toward juices, certain sports drinks, diet sodas and bottled water. And recently, major beverage distributors have followed suit, agreeing to stop selling sugary drinks to the nation's public schools.

Fire Mountain's Five O2 oxygenated bottled water is enriched with vitamins A and C, niacin, potassium and calcium, making it a more nutritious alternative to beverages containing sugar, caffeine, sodium and carbohydrates. Five O2 also comes in fruit flavors that are appealing to consumers of any age. By sponsoring the games, the company hopes to show teen athletes that they have healthier options with which to quench their thirst.

The L.A. Watts Summer Games started in 1968, three years after racially charged riots tore the Watts neighborhood apart. The goal was to foster understanding and camaraderie among the area's high school students. The games now include competitions for both boys and girls in soccer, track and field, volleyball, tennis, cheerleading, music, art and poetry and more. Nearly 200,000 young people have participated in the games to date.

To promote the achievements of high school students in areas other than athletics, scholastics were added to the mission of the games. In 1992, a scholarship program was established for youth dedicated to serving the community through volunteerism.

BatchMaster Software, Inc. has provided advanced ERP solutions for over two decades with more than one thousand five hundred installations worldwide. BatchMaster’s customers can be found in every formula or recipe-based business, including food, beverage, cosmetic, personal care, paint, coating, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries. Flexible, easy to learn and use, and scalable to grow with a process manufacturing business, BatchMaster is the definitive solution for the challenges facing small to midsize process manufacturers. BatchMaster has more than a hundred technical staff numbers of highly-qualified software professionals.

BatchMaster regularly exhibits at the IFT (Institute of Food Technologists) Annual Meeting and the IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo; BatchMaster employees submit abstracts to present at the conference. The abstracts focus on leveraging regulatory compliance for competitive advantage and other related topics. According to Preston Blevins, vice-president of BatchMaster, “Thousands of food professionals from across the globe make their way to IFT each year to network with peers, get up-to-date with the latest scientific developments, and buy new products, technologies, applications and services. The IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo is by far the most highly regarded new product development forum in the food industry, bringing food technologists, scientists, buyers and sellers from all corners of the food world together.”

BatchMaster assists with compliance regulations applied to the process manufacturing industry, including the BioTerrorism Act, HACCP, 21 CFR Part 11, and MSDS. Using BatchMaster for new and current product development includes the use of formula management, laboratory, and samples management to bring dependability to the process manufacturing warehouse. To provide flawless process manufacturing benefits, BatchMaster also offers material and capacity planning. If a product is formula- or recipe-based, it is likely BatchMaster Process Manufacturing ERP will improve operating effectiveness and efficiencies.

Founded in 1939, the Institute of Food Technologists is a nonprofit scientific society with 22,000 members working in food science, food technology, and related professions in industry, academia, and government. IFT publishes various resources for the food industry, including Food Technology and the Journal of Food Science. IFT also conducts the world's largest annual convention on food grown, processed, manufactured, distributed and eaten worldwide, the IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo.

As the authoritative voice of food science and technology, IFT contributes to public policy and opinion at national, state and local levels. IFT's Office of Science, Communications, and Government Relations advocates the scientific perspective on food science and technology issues.”

Sbiten, the traditional beverage for wintertime in Russia, is a drink with a long, colorful history. Research shows that sbiten has been around since the fourteenth century. Traditionally, Sbiten was served from oft-heated copper samovars by the sbitenshchik, who served it up until the beginning of the twentieth century on Russian street corners.

I have always loved all things Russian. For the past twenty years, I have collected stamps from Russia and outlying territories, and have an extensive collection in 2 large Scott's Standard books. One of my favorite composers and pianist is Kostia, whose haunting music of his Russian homeland is a beautiful listening experience. If I am particularly stressed out, it is Kostia I turn to. His albums include Suite St. Petersburg and 10 Pebbles, among others.

Sbiten is made in different ways, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic. It is the perfect antidote for long cold winters, something Russia is famous for. Here in Michigan, it is a real treat for us old folks that hate winter.

The word Sbiten comes the from the verb sbit--to beat or to pound. The herbs and spices are ground in a mortar, and then mixed with honey or molasses. It is allowed to ferment for a short period, and then mixed with water to make a slightly alcoholic drink. Replacing the water with a good Cabernet Sauvignon makes for a more lively drink, one to be appreciated by all. It is also fortified with brandy or vodka for a more potent libation.

The basic recipe for Sbiten:

3 1/2 cups water
2 cups honey
3 cinnamon sticks
2-3 cardamom pods, seeds removed, toasted and crushed
1/3 Tsp ground ginger 1 TBS whole cloves
2 dried chili peppers (optional)
2 TBS raspberry or apricot jam

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a slow boil over medium heat. Whisk continuously to insure honey is well mixed. Remove from heat and allow to come to room temperature. Strain liquid through cheesecloth into an airtight container for storage and refrigerate until ready to bottle.

I buy 750 ml Cobalt Blue EZ Cap bottle from the local brewmeister to bottle anything like Sbiten to present as a gift during the holiday season. Add some fancy ribbon, a foil cap to the bottle, and a gift card. For about $8 USD you have a wonderful gift to present to friends or co-workers. A case of the Cobalt Blue bottles runs about $15.00.

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