<strong>Columbia, MD (June 8, 2009) </strong>– Avilar Technologies Inc. is proud to announce its new partnership with SmartPixels Learning Inc. located in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada to deliver online training and development solutions to companies in the Northwestern United States and Western regions of Canada. SmartPixels Learning Inc. has developed eLearning courses and training content for organizations that use Avilar’s web-based learning management system, WebMentor LMS, for employee training and development programs.<br />
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By combining Avilar’s expertise in LMS environments and implementation best practices, with SmartPixels’ experience in designing interactive web-based training content and courses, both companies are better positioned to deliver turnkey online training and development solutions at a time when more organizations are turning to this medium to save over traditional training costs and improve training ROI. Together, Avilar and SmartPixels strengthen the value proposition offered to clients by delivering both an online learning management system and content development and course authoring services from a single source. <br />
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Andy Jaynes, Director of Business Development at Avilar said this of the new partnership, “SmartPixels has proven their commitment to developing and delivering high quality and effective eLearning courses which run successfully in WebMentor LMS. Avilar is pleased to join forces with a content development company who shares our commitment to value, quality, and service. Also, with a partner in BC Canada, we are better positioned to assist organizations with their online training and development challenges north of the US border.”<br />
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About Avilar Technologies Inc.</strong><br />
Avilar, Inc., The Competency Company™, is a leader in web-based competency management and learning solutions for corporations and government organizations. With its Smart, Strategic and Proactive™ solutions, Avilar offers a competency-based approach to workforce development. Formed in 1997, Avilar was a pioneer with its award-winning WebMentor LMS™ and continues to be a leading innovator with WebMentor Skills™, its web-based competency management solution. As recipient of the “Excellence in E-Learning for Customer Satisfaction” award from Brandon Hall and E-Learning Magazine, and Avilar’s ranking as a top “Price-to-Value” provider by Training Magazine, Avilar has built itself on the basis of superior customer service and highly adaptable product design. In addition, Avilar consultants are recognized as industry thought leaders and have decades of experience in implementation and analysis. Avilar also offers a wealth of talent management resources including Whitepapers, Best Practices, and Success Stories all available for download at <a href="http://www.Avilar.com">www.Avilar.com</a>.<br />
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<strong>About SmartPixels Learning Inc.</strong><br />
Founded in 1997, SmartPixels Learning Inc. helps a diverse range of companies and organizations implement effective, blended learning solutions. They specialize in the development of highly interactive, customized training and performance solutions for technical subject matter. Their mission is to work with clients throughout all phases of the training development process to help them meet their learning, performance, and business needs. After conducting a thorough consultation and training analysis, they provide instructional design services to work closely with client subject matter experts, to develop customized content that addresses the specific needs of the organization. Using industry-standard tools, such as Adobe Captivate, Authorware, Flash and Dreamweaver, SmartPixels develops e-Learning courseware, online job aids and manuals, product demonstrations and technical simulations. In addition, SmartPixels possesses in-house skills to provide clients with a wide range of creative multimedia services including graphic design, illustration, motion graphics and 3D, animation, and web video. Find out more about SmartPixels Learning Inc. at <a href="http://www.SmartPixels.com">www.SmartPixels.com</a>. <br />
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Media Contact:<br />
Andy Jaynes, Avilar Technologies, Inc., 410-290-0008 ext. 705, andy.jaynes@avilar.com <br />
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