December 2015 Features

  • Columbus, Georgia to be the World’s First iBeacon-Enabled Safe City

    December 17, 2015

    On Friday, December 4th, San Diego-based app developer Piper announced the launch of “Columbus Safe City” initiative in Columbus, GA. Piper is a proximity-based Bluetooth messaging system that uses iBeacon technology to send messages to users’ phones that have downloaded the free iOS or Android Piper app. Piper has installed over a 1,000 beacons in Columbus with over 75 businesses and organizations on the local network.

  • Architecture’s Impact on Community, an Interview with Sam Andras of 2WR + Partners

    December 15, 2015

    Sam Andras is a founding Principal of 2WR + Partners. Under his leadership, since the studio’s re-establishment in 2001, the practice has grown to include offices in Columbus, Georgia and Denver, Colorado and has collaborated with dozens of repeat clients across the country. In this interview Sam discusses architecture’s impact on community.

  • Small Town, Big Opportunity: Where Do Startups Fare Best?

    December 08, 2015

    When it comes to small business startups, location is a key component of success. When choosing which town might be best for your business, factors like economic health, annual income, unemployment, and cost of living should be considered. As it turns out, major cities like New York and San Francisco are not high on the list for reasons like high taxes and strict regulations that can hinder growth. Interestingly, small businesses actually tend to perform best in small towns.

  • Carvana Revs its Technology Engines, Revolutionizes Pre-Owned Car Market in Georgia and Nationwide

    December 04, 2015

    Carvana, the first 360° online pre-owned car buying experience, is certifiably not your father’s used car dealer. According to co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer, Ryan Keeton, Carvana’s technology has allowed the two-and-a-half year old firm to make the secondary car market buying process totally transparent.

  • Aflac Partners with EZShield, Offers Fraud Protection Services for Policyholders

    December 02, 2015

    Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the work site in the United States, announced today the company is expanding its offerings to deliver proactive fraud and identity protection services for policyholders. Aflac Fraud Protection, Powered by EZShield, is offered as part of Aflac Business Solutions, the company's recently announced suite of value-added services that cater to the evolving needs of business owners and their employees.