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Merck’s Embracing Carers™ Global Study Shows Covid-19 Has Taken a Significant Toll on the Well-Being of Informal Carers

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Merck, a leading science and technology company, today released the results of a global survey conducted though its Embracing Carers™ initiative exploring the impact of Covid-19 on informal or family carers. The index results show that the pandemic has impacted the physical, emotional, and financial health of carers worldwide, underlining the necessity for clear actions from the public and private sectors to alleviate the increased pressures placed on carers since the outbreak of Covid-19.

The Carer Well-Being Index was commissioned in partnership with global carer advocacy groups and surveyed a broad sample of over 9,000 carers across 12 countries in AsiaEurope, and the Americas, who are providing informal care for a loved one with a long-term illness, physical disability, or cognitive/mental condition.

The study’s findings demonstrate that Covid-19 has forced many people to assume caregiving responsibilities for the first time, with 20% of informal carers globally reporting themselves as first-time carers as a result of the pandemic. In addition, the results show that the pandemic has increased demands on carers more than ever before, with two out of five carers (39%) around the world reporting they are being relied on more than ever as a caregiver.

Globally, during the height of the pandemic in each country, the average time carers spent caregiving grew by 7.6 hours per week compared to before the pandemic hit; an increase of 46%. In addition, approximately a third of carers (32%) reported that they believe they will spend an average of 31 or more hours per week caregiving in the future due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. An increase in the average weekly time spent giving care at the height of the pandemic was seen in every country surveyed, from carers in Germany providing an additional 3.7 hours of care to China’s carers who spent 15.4 more hours a week, compared to pre-pandemic times.

“Carers play a critical, underappreciated role within the global healthcare ecosystem, often at the sacrifice of their own health and well-being,” said Heather Connor, Global Head of Communications for the Healthcare business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany. “Our aim is that the Carer Well-Being Index study will serve as a resource for government leaders, employers, community organizations and people around the world seeking to better understand the needs of carers, and provide recommendations on how to best address this unmet public health priority.”

Key findings from the Global Carer Well-Being Index include:

  • Increased Emotional Burden: Over half of carers (65%) report that providing emotional support is one of their top responsibilities as a carer, with 57% of those carers saying this responsibility has only increased since the outbreak started. 61% of carers reported that the Covid-19 pandemic has worsened their own mental and emotional health.
  • Telehealth & Technology: 51% of carers have seen an increase in managing technology*, when it comes to virtual medical appointments and/or keeping touch with loved ones. Additional needs for telehealth guidance were particularly pronounced in Asia.
  • Financial Impact: Slightly more than half of carers (54%) agree the pandemic has worsened their financial health, and 71% are concerned that they will no longer be able to afford to provide proper care.

Almost all carers (96%) globally surveyed agree that it’s important to have increased access to health care services to ensure they are able to provide proper care needed, pointing to the important role both the public and private sector can play in better supporting informal carers.

To download the Global Carer Well-Being Index report, please click here. For research, resources and more information for carers, please visit embracingcarers.com.

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Paperpal achieves major milestone; emerges as go-to AI writing assistant for 1 million academics globally

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PRINCETON, N.J., May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Paperpal, the AI academic writing assistant by Cactus Communications (CACTUS), is proud to announce a significant milestone of surpassing one million users worldwide in just 18 months since its launch. This achievement underscores the trust academics have placed in Paperpal, which has evolved from being an editing tool to a comprehensive AI academic writing assistant, guiding users from ideation to submission readiness.

Leveraging over 22 years of scientific, technical, and medical (STM) experience, Paperpal is continually expanding and deepening its support for students, educators, and researchers globally, empowering them to streamline the academic writing process and deliver high-quality, original content faster than ever before.
Several factors have contributed to Paperpal’s rapid growth, including academic-focused features such as precise, contextual writing and editing suggestions, comprehensive checks, and a user-friendly interface. Moreover, early adoption by the global researcher community, particularly non-native English speakers, has played a pivotal role in driving its popularity. Paperpal’s commitment to prioritizing user feedback for continuous improvement is evident in its consistent high Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 70. This indicates the high user satisfaction and strong recommendations by leading universities, publishers, and academics from 125+ countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Japan, and India.
Expressing excitement on this milestone, Abhishek Goel, Co-Founder & CEO, Cactus Communications, says, “We are thrilled to announce that Paperpal has reached this milestone. Our mission is to help researchers reach their highest potential, and Paperpal as a tool empowers them with assistance in ideation, writing, editing and overall submission readiness of their manuscripts. We look forward to continue to empower students and researchers worldwide to be able to do more with their time.”
Nishchay Shah, Chief Technology Officer and Head, Emerging Products, Cactus Communications, adds, “This milestone is a testament to the dedication of the entire team behind Paperpal, which is continually working to support academics in their research pursuits by building and harnessing the latest AI technologies. With our user feedback-driven roadmap philosophy and continuous iteration, we aim to be the #1 writing tool of choice for academics worldwide.”
Paperpal leverages secure generative AI to provide science-based insights, text suggestions, language and grammar correction, paraphrasing, translation, with plagiarism and submission readiness checks to help academics write better, faster, and move closer to publication success.
For more information, visit https://paperpal.com/
For more details, contact:Nidhi AminCactus Communications (CACTUS)Email: [email protected] | [email protected] Tel no.: +1-267-332-0051
 
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NTT DATA to celebrate its success with SAP at the Sapphire and ASUG Annual Conference 2024

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NTT DATA invites attendees at SAP Sapphire 2024 in Orlando and Barcelona to learn how to bring out the best in their business with SAP, across a range of hosted talks and sessions during the eventsNTT DATA will reveal “Transformation Study 2024” insights at the event in partnership with its subsidiary NatuvionAward Ceremony in Orlando: Four prestigious SAP© Pinnacle Awards underscore NTT DATA’s success as a key partner for SAP globallyBARCELONA, Spain and ORLANDO, Fla., May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT service provider, has announced today that it will celebrate its long and successful partnership with SAP by attending the upcoming SAP Sapphire 2024 conferences worldwide. NTT DATA will be a Platinum Sponsor at the SAP Sapphire and ASUG Annual Conference 2024 from 3-5 June 2024, in Orlando, Florida, and will also be a Platinum Sponsor at the SAP Sapphire event in Barcelona (11-13 June).

“SAP Sapphire is always a highlight for us. We are the top winner this year with four Pinnacle Awards and five finalist recognitions. This underscores the trust that SAP and our customers have in our 35 years of expertise,” said Norbert Rotter, CEO of NTT DATA Business Solutions and EVP NTT DATA, Inc.
Transformation Study to be released at SAP Sapphire
In collaboration with its subsidiary Natuvion, NTT DATA will unveil the Transformation Study 2024 at the SAP Sapphire conference in Orlando and will make it available for download at their booth during both Orlando and Barcelona events. The report will provide in-depth insights into the challenges, success factors and lessons learned by enterprises during the transition from legacy IT systems to modern, innovative technologies. With perspectives from industry leaders in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, UK and the USA, the study reveals how their organizations are modernizing their IT infrastructure and planning for their future.
Celebrate with NTT DATA in Orlando and Barcelona
Meet us in Orlando to learn how we can help power intelligent and sustainable enterprises and ignite tomorrow, today with innovative technology solutions, industry domain expertise and an assortment of SAP lifecycle-based tools and accelerators. Leaders from four NTT DATA Group organisations will address the following topics in Sapphire theatre presentations:
4th June, 10:30am, Orlando – Transforming SugarCreek for Tomorrow with SAP S/4HANA (Strategy Talk)4th June, 11:00am, Orlando – NTT DATA and SAP Preferred Success: Maximizing Value for SugarCreek (Customer Success Story)12th June, 1:30pm, Barcelona – Andel: Transitioning two SAP ECC systems to SAP S/4HANA in the cloudMake sure to stop by our booth or schedule a meeting with our SAP experts who will be available in booth #351 in Orlando, Florida and booth #5.305 in Barcelona, Spain.
For more information visit nttdata-solutions.com.
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo. Visit us at nttdata.com
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BeCause and d2o Team Up to Create First-of-its-Kind CSRD Solution for the Travel and Hospitality Industries

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Combining d2o’s PMI GoGreen environmental management tool and BeCause’s sustainability data management platform offers hotels the only CSRD compliance solution rooted in efficiency and profitability.
NICE, France, May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BeCause, the Danish start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel, and tourism industries manage their sustainability data, has partnered with d2o, a leading forecasting and resourcement management technology provider for the hospitality industry, to create a comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility Directive (CSRD) solution for hotels. The collaboration unites the BeCause Sustainability Hub with d2o’s PMI GoGreen suite of prediction, targeting, tracking, and allocation tools to create an auditable CSRD reporting solution that goes beyond compliance to boost efficiency and profits. The partnership was announced yesterday at the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Spring Summit in Nice, France.

By joining forces, BeCause and d2o have taken a giant leap toward building a viable, valuable ecosystem between the hotel industry and technology providers that leverages the power and potential of daily sustainability data management. CSRD compliance is just the starting point; BeCause and d2o are demonstrating that with the right technology, sustainability initiatives can drive operational efficiency and profitability for hotels around the world.
“As an inventor and entrepreneur, it is a dream come true to have a product that fully meets the needs of our customers’ stakeholders, including owners, guests, staff, authorities, and local communities,” says d2o CEO Young Nguyen. “The partnership between d2o and BeCause will enhance the hotel industry’s ability to transform a costly compliance challenge into a business opportunity. We call this partnership PMI GoGreen BeCause… because the hotel industry and the planet require a comprehensive solution to address a complex issue.”
Going Beyond CSRD Reporting and Compliance
As a result of this partnership, the PMI GoGreen tools will be seamlessly integrated into the BeCause platform. This integration, facilitated by an API, allows for the sharing and mapping of data, making it reusable for CSRD reporting. This not only simplifies the compliance process for hotels but also ensures accuracy and auditability at the activity level, meeting financial-grade CSRD reporting standards.
However, the joint solution goes beyond compliance and reporting. By centralizing data within the BeCause platform and applying the integrated PMI GoGreen tools, hotel chains gain visibility into which individual properties are meeting their targets for reducing CO2 emissions, energy consumption, water usage chemicals, waste, towels & linens, and food waste. The combined solution also utilizes machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics to identify those targets and help properties optimize resource usage to meet them amidst daily fluctuating demand. System integration service ensures seamless interoperability between the BeCause Sustainability Hub, PMI GoGreen tools, and various internal hotel systems, including property management, point-of-sale, table reservations, sales and catering, timekeeping, and more.
These combined capabilities allow hotels to increase efficiency—hotels are projected to reap 12-15% in resource savings—cultivate ownership among frontline managers, showcase their sustainability efforts to travelers, and, of course, meet their CSRD compliance obligations.
“We believe in the power of ecosystems, and by partnering with d2o, we’ve built a particularly effective one,” says BeCause CEO and Co-founder Frederik Steensgaard. “Not just in terms of helping hotels reach CSRD compliance, but by using the combined capabilities of our solutions to address everyday issues that impact their margins and organizational effectiveness. Why should compliance and reporting be a cost-heavy headache for hotels when it could be driving profitability and operational efficiency?”
An Efficient Solution Specifically Designed for Hospitality
BeCause is a purpose-built, AI-powered hub that centralizes a hotel’s sustainability data and automates the transmission of that data amongst different stakeholders, such as travel and accommodation booking marketplaces and industry certifications. Additionally, once a hotel enters its data into the BeCause platform, it can be upcycled and automatically mapped to multiple frameworks, making qualifying for voluntary green certifications faster and more efficient while ensuring regulatory compliance.
The PMI GoGreen suite of tools developed by d2o enables hospitality groups to achieve their long-term environmental goals by breaking them down into monthly targets tailored to each property’s attributes and seasonal variations. Each hotel’s future targets are dynamically adjusted based on progress, ensuring the consistency of the group’s end goal. Individual hotels and hotel chains can track their progress with forward looking data-based indicators and utilize predictive analytics to optimize resource allocation, minimize waste, and cut operating costs.
The combined PMI GoGreen BeCause solution leverages these capabilities to deliver at least 100% ROI for hotels that implement it. The solution will undergo a phased roll-out through the summer of 2024 before formally launching in September.
For more information about BeCause, d2o or the partnership, or to request an interview, please contact: Vanessa Horwell at [email protected] for BeCause CEO and Co-founder, Frederik Steensgaard or Young Nguyen [email protected] for d2o, Founder and CEO.
About BeCauseBeCause is an enterprise software company that streamlines the flow of sustainability data and creates synergies between different stakeholders in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries, empowering them to make decisions that result in positive, responsible change for people, the planet, and their profits. BeCause works with over 25,000 hotels, including brands like Radisson, certification entities like GreenKey, industry partners like the Global Sustainable Tourism Council and the SHA, and marketplaces like Booking.com. For more information, visit because.eco.
About d2o and PMI GoGreenFounded in Norway and built on Scandinavia’s legacy of employee well-being and sustainability, d2o has over 20 years of experience helping clients optimize resources for maximum profit while navigating high-cost environments. The company’s PMI GoGreen Environmental Management System (EMS) empowers hotel managers to surpass compliance and achieve true sustainability. Leveraging auditable data, predictive analytics, and hotel demand, PMI GoGreen reduces CO2 emissions and the usage of critical resources like energy, water, and food and transforms hotel sustainability obligations into a profitable, cross-functional endeavor. For more information, please visit www.d2o.com/sustainability-gogreen-with-pmi-by-d2o/.

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