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June 2006 Press Releases

 

Press Release Source: QuadRed

 

QuadRed Pre-Announces New Desktop Software

 

June 8, 2006 – San Juan Capistrano, California.  QuadRed, a leader in assessment and planning tools for consultants and advisors announces that it will be releasing a completely new desktop application and interface for its consulting members beginning this summer.  The new PC-installed software will include a new integrated action planning tool, “QuadPlan” (replacing the former VAP tool) and for the first time ever, will include tools to allow consultants to build and launch their own proprietary assessments.

 

“We are very excited to bring this new platform to our consultant members. Under design and development for many months, this will be a complete replacement for the current Member Extranet and Quad Forum. It brings forward all of the contents and functionality of those web sites and integrates a number of new functions that have been most frequently requested by our members.” Said Guy Greco, President of QuadRed.

 

Designed by QuadRed co-founders and leading management consultants Jeff Rigsby and Guy Greco, this web-enabled PC application incorporates all of the tools and resources consultants need to use the QuadRed assessment products (QuadStrat, Lead, and Board) as well as build their own assessments.   The application will be downloaded and installed on the consultant’s PC and interact over the web with the QuadRed servers.  Software updates will be automatic.  Member community bulletin boards and chat capabilities will also be included

 

Assessment orders will be placed right from the desktop and transmitted to the QuadRed servers over the Internet.  There will be an upgraded method for notifying and instructing assessment respondents, eliminating the need for the former “web guides”.  When an assessment closes the reports will be automatically sent down to the consultant’s desktop for review, analysis and client dissemination.  Status tracking of an assessment and “in progress changes” will also be made directly from the desktop software.  In fact, all interaction with QuadRed will be done through this application eliminating the multiple log-in’s that exist today. 

 

Early alpha users have expressed excitement about this release – the first complete rewrite of its platform and consultant interface in the company’s 7 year history. 

 

The company is targeting September 1, 2006 as its release dates. 

 

 

May 2005 Press Releases

 

Press Release Source: QuadRed

 

May 2, 2005 – San Juan Capistrano, California.  QuadRed, a leader in diagnostic tools and research for management consultants has successfully launched their Platinum Membership program to rave reviews.  “We continue to revolutionize the consulting tools space with this unprecedented offer - unlimited use of all three best practice assessments (Strategic Execution, Leadership Development, and Board Governance) for one low annual fee.  Many of our consultant members have already taken advantage of our upgrade special and our new membership is growing at the fastest rate in our company’s history!” said William G. Barton, President and CEO of QuadRed.

 

“With the introduction of Platinum, we have again dropped our assessment prices.  Since our roll-out of the unlimited-use subscription model in 2004, we have continually looked for ways to reduce the cost for consultants to have these tools available “in their briefcase” and ready for use on every engagement - with no additional transaction fees!  With the QuadRed membership approach, consultants no longer need to sell assessments to their client.  Because the cost is so low, they can simply embed these assessments in their consulting process and use them liberally.  Therefore their clients always benefit from the insight these assessments provide”, said Guy Greco, Executive Vice-President and one of the founders of QuadRed.  “In virtually every case, these assessments lead to additional consulting projects, expanded relationships, and repeat business year-after-year.” 

 

The Platinum Membership includes all three of QuadRed’s strategic best practice assessments (QuadStrat, QuadLead, and QuadBoard), as well as QuadRed’s proprietary action planning tool, research and support materials, web-based training, and live member support.  “We exist solely to serve our Members. With the new Platinum program we have fulfilled our vision of providing a state-of-the-art integrated suite of diagnostic and planning tools for management consultants around the world.” said Mr. Barton. 

 

Platinum Memberships cost $1,995.00 for a full year.  Information may be found at www.quadred.com.  Inquires may be directed to US 949 325 2567 or sales@quadred.com.San Juan Capistrano, California. 

 

 

April 2005 Press Releases

 

Press Release Source: QuadRed

New Board Effectiveness Assessment released by QuadRed

 

April 20, 2005 – San Juan Capistrano, California.  QuadRed, a leader in strategic best practice research and assessments has launched a new product focused on assessing board governance and effectiveness.  Named QuadBoard, this new assessment tool was developed in conjunction with leading Board consultants and incorporates the company's many years of strategic best practice research. 

 

QuadBoard is a board governance, best practice assessment.  The assessment is completed by board members and indicates how well they are performing in critical areas of board governance.  Whether it's Sarbanes-Oxley, or other board related imperatives, this assessment supports the needs of organizations that are committed to board effectiveness.

 

Specific areas assessment within this tool include:

Whether it Sarbanes-Oxley, or other board related imperatives, this assessment supports the needs of organizations that are committed to board effectiveness.Specific areas covered within the assessment include:

·         Board Composition

·         Board Committees

·         Board & CEO Compensation

·         Strategic Planning

·         Board Procedures

·         Board Interaction

·         Board Information

·         Board and CEO Effectiveness

“We are excited to offer this valuable new tool to our consultant members and their clients.  It has been the most requested and eagerly anticipated product launch in our firm’s history,” stated Jeffrey A. Rigsby, Chairman of QuadRed.  He added, “In the wake of recent corporate scandals and ever-higher Board performance standards (as reflected in the Sarbanes-Oxley Act), Board members are more conscious than ever about how well they carry-out their responsibilities and duties.  This assessment tool, used on a regular and recurring basis, helps board members understand how well they are performing and identifies specific areas for improvement.”  

 

“The addition of QuadBoard completes our ‘trilogy’ of strategic best practice assessment tools. QuadStrat was our original assessment launched in 1999, translated into 4 languages and in sold in 16 countries.  It measures an organization's performance in the three key areas of strategic execution; strategy, organization design and culture.  QuadLead, launched in 2004, is a leadership performance assessment for key executives based on our proprietary strategic best practices research database and incorporates the latest concepts in leadership," observed William G. Barton, President and CEO of QuadRed. 

 

“Taken together, these three assessments provide comprehensive insights into the strengths and weaknesses of an organization, its leaders and its governing board. Our consultant members use these assessments along with our proprietary action planning tool to turn this information into specific, measurable improvement plans for their clients.” he added.

 

Interested executives, board members and management consultants may learn more and download a free sample of the QuadBoard Performance Report at www.quadred.com. 

 

QuadRed products are sold exclusively through management consultants on an unlimited-use membership basis.  Membership programs and pricing information is also available at www.quadred.com or by calling the company at U.S. 949 248 2404.

 

 

February 2005 Press Releases

 

Press Release Source: QuadRed

QuadRed brings Strategic Best Practices to Churches, Ministries, and Faith-Based Organizations

 

February 17, 2005 - San Juan Capistrano, California.  QuadRed, a leader in strategic best practice research and organizational assessments has launched two new products focused on evaluating the health of churches and para-church ministries.  These new editions further extend the QuadStrat Strategic Performance Assessment suite.

 

Curt Swindoll, CEO of Cool Strategies, and a leading consultant to faith-based organizations throughout the U.S. says, "We have been using QuadRed assessments for the benefit of our clients for years now.  These new editions reflect the unique needs and challenges of faith-based organizations, and bring a 'best practice' approach to assessing their health.  Not only do QuadRed assessments evaluate an organization or church in 35 discreet areas-something no other tool on the market does-but we have found they easily translate into practical action plans.  Clients who have used QuadRed have seen amazing results."

 

"We are excited to bring strategic management best practices to this vibrant and growing sector.  Since our inception in 1998, tens of thousands of executives in businesses and governments around the globe have improved their organizations through QuadStrat assessments.  By taking their boards, leadership teams, employees and other stakeholders through our assessment process they have been able to identify critical areas where additional focus can yield maximum organizational improvements." said William G. Barton, President and CEO of QuadRed.

 

Jeffrey A. Rigsby, Chairman and CMO stated, "We have been adding industry-specific editions to our QuadStrat Suite over the years to further enrich its value to our members.  A subscriber to QuadStrat may now choose among a number of editions, including the new nonprofit and church editions, to find the strategic assessment that best fits their clients' needs."

 

Interested executives, board members, management consultants, churches, para-church ministries, and nonprofits are encouraged to contact QuadRed for further information.

 

QuadRed provides unlimited use diagnostics tools exclusively for management consultants.  Free consultant memberships and subscription pricing information is available at www.quadred.com or by calling the company at U.S. 949 248 2404.

 

End-users who are interested in a strategic assessment for their organization may contact the Company directly for referral to a qualified QuadRed consultant member.

 

January 2005 Press Releases

Press Release Source: QuadRed

Virtual CEO becomes QuadRed; Announces Free Membership Program

December 31, 2004 - San Juan Capistrano, California.  Virtual CEO, Inc. the worldwide leader in diagnostic tools for management consultants will operate under the business name of QuadRed effective January 1, 2005.  At the same time, they will rename their flagship strategic best practice assessment QuadStrat and their recently released leadership 360 assessment QuadLead.

 

 "With the success of our new unlimited-use subscription program this fall, we've taken a hard look at every aspect of our business to ensure that all the parts are aligned to fully support our clarified focus: Unlimited use diagnostic tools exclusively for management consultants," said Jeffery A. Rigsby, the company's Chairman and CMO.

 

"We felt that the name QuadRed more closely reflects our key product differentiator.  It refers to the lower right quadrant on our assessment matrix, a very popular and useful part of our reports, which highlights a company's opportunities for strategic performance improvement.  This is where our consulting members focus their energies with their clients," said Guy Greco, EVP of Member Services.

 

The QuadRed branding will begin to appear on the company's products immediately.  They expect to complete the roll-out before the end of January. 

 

Concurrently the company has announced a new Free Membership Program for management consultants. Benefits of membership include exclusive access to the assessment product subscriptions, free limited-use trials of each product, downloadable action planning software, access to their consultant community online forum ("The Quad") and periodic research reports and newsletters.

 

"This free membership follows on the heals of our groundbreaking new subscription pricing model for assessment tools.  It fulfills the next step in our strategic plan to bring the very best products and services at the very lowest prices to consultants around the globe," said William G. Barton, President and CEO of QuadRed. 

 

Interested consultants may sign up for the free membership at www.quadred.com or call the company directly at U.S. 949 248 2404.