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Rinchem Builds a Platform for Responsiveness and Growth Based on C1 Technology

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1 year ago

March 11, 2025

With the support of C1 for technology and service solutions, chemical management company Rinchem continues to deliver on its mission to be the most responsive provider of chemical management services

BLOOMINGTON, Minn., March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — C1, the global technology solution provider elevating connected human experiences, today announced that its multi-year relationship with chemical management solutions leader Rinchem Company, LLC, has enabled increased responsiveness of its business using C1 Connected Experiences (C1CX) and Infrastructure Experiences (C1MX – a Cisco SD-WAN managed service), firewalls and a disaster recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS) as a way to use modern technology to support the growth of its business.

Rinchem needed a way to remain ahead of the cybersecurity challenges and risks on the horizon and acquire the right tools to manage and contain them. At the same time, the company was seeking to improve the “internal customer experience,” a process that helps employees do their jobs better and more efficiently, so they can pass those improvements on to external customers. This goal required better data which was achieved through the utilization of Cisco SD-WAN. The use of Cisco SD-WAN simplifies IT operations with automated provisioning, unified policies, and streamlined management, making changes, updates, and resolutions in record time.

It was a daunting goal due to the scale and complexity of Rinchem’s global network of chemical and gas distribution centers, which offer warehousing, trucking, freight forwarding, along with logistics technology and analytics to support clients’ supply chains.

“The employee experience is also the customer experience,” said Vickie Urias, senior director of technology, Rinchem. “We are trying to marry the two and make sure that everybody in the organization is getting what they need from the environment, including automation tools.”

Rinchem credits C1’s assessments for helping it achieve technological balance, including WAVES (Workshop, Assessment, Validation, Enterprise Architecture and Solutions-as-a-Service) and security assessments. In addition, C1 has guided Rinchem through understanding the evolving risk and threat landscape regarding cybersecurity to ensure it has the highest level of protection in place.

“Rinchem’s mission to be the most responsive provider of chemical management services requires securely unlocking data across the enterprise,” said Omar Bhatti, chief customer officer at C1. “C1 has been collaborating with Rinchem to connect its infrastructure and security, ensuring it can effectively utilize data to enhance responsiveness to customers.”

“C1’s approach to helping us manage the infrastructure and networking environment is helping me,” said Urias. “C1 is a strategic partner for us, not just a vendor.”

About Rinchem

Rinchem Company, LLC is a chemical management solutions provider with expertise in creating and managing safe and efficient supply chains for high purity, pre-packaged chemicals and gases, including international shipping of hazardous materials over both air and sea. It operates the largest network of chemical and gas distribution centers in the world. Rinchem offers warehousing, trucking, international freight forwarding along with logistics technology and analytics, supporting clients’ supply chains with a network of facilities. Rinchem’s team includes hazmat-trained drivers with temperature-controlled, hazmat-customized trucks and trailers. Rinchem’s transportation and warehousing network are linked through chem-Star®, Rinchem’s proprietary, web-enabled software that provides customers with real-time visibility into inventory location and status.

About C1

C1, the global technology solution provider elevating connected human experiences, is transforming the industry by creating connected experiences that make a lasting impact on customers, our teams, and our communities. More than 6,000 customers use C1 every day to help them build meaningful connections through innovative and secure experiences. Our successful track record of tangible positive business outcomes for our customers is a testament to our ability to provide them with the highest level of customer satisfaction, responsiveness, and deep domain expertise. C1 collaborates with nearly half of the Fortune 100, along with other key global industry partners to deliver solutions with a total lifecycle approach. C1 holds more than 5,600 technical certifications across thousands of engineers throughout North America and India, including three Customer Success Centers. Learn more at onec1.com.

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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4 minutes ago

May 3, 2026

Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

SAN JOSE, Calif., May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peninsula Visa, a trusted leader in immigration and visa processing services with over 50 years of expertise, today announced the launch of its comprehensive Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) processing services. To celebrate this milestone, Peninsula Visa is offering new users an exclusive 20% discount with promo code OCI20 at checkout.

For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped families navigate immigration. OCI processing is one of our most impactful services, connecting the Indian diaspora to their heritage. We’re proud to bring our expertise to help families secure OCI status with confidence. Evan James, CEO

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

New OCI Application — For foreign nationals of Indian origin, spouses of Indian citizens or existing OCI card holders, and minor children with at least one Indian parent applying for OCI status for the first time.OCI Card Renewal — For card holders whose OCI card has expired, or whose linked passport has been renewed or replaced and requires an updated booklet.Re-issuance (Age Milestones) — OCI cards must be re-issued when minors reach the age of 18 and again when card holders turn 50, due to significant changes in appearance. Peninsula Visa guides clients through both transitions seamlessly.Miscellaneous OCI Services — Covering corrections to existing records, lost or damaged card replacement, address changes, and other administrative updates to the OCI file.

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Expert Guidance — Dedicated OCI specialists with deep knowledge of consulate requirements, eligibility rules, and documentation standards across all service types.High Approval Rate — A meticulous multi-stage review process that identifies and resolves issues before submission, dramatically reducing the likelihood of rejection or delay.Fast Turnaround — Standard processing in 12-15 Business Days for most OCI service types, with real-time status updates throughout the process.End-to-End Support — Personalized document checklists, secure document uploads, expert form preparation, consulate submission, and post-submission tracking — all in one place.

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

“For 50 years, Peninsula Visa has helped individuals and families navigate the complexities of immigration documentation. OCI processing is one of the most impactful services we have ever added — it directly connects the Indian diaspora to their heritage country in a lasting, meaningful way. We are proud to bring our proven expertise and client-centric approach to this important service, and we look forward to helping thousands of families secure their OCI status with confidence.”

Founded in 1975, Peninsula Visa has built its reputation on precision, transparency, and a genuine commitment to client outcomes. The addition of OCI processing services reflects the company’s ongoing mission to expand its offerings to meet the evolving needs of immigrants and their families across the United States.

Get Started Today

Eligible applicants can begin their OCI journey by visiting Peninsula Visa’s dedicated OCI Services page. New users can take advantage of the 20% launch discount by entering promo code OCI20 at checkout when selecting any OCI service type.

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Peninsula Visa Launches Comprehensive OCI Processing Services

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4 minutes ago

May 3, 2026

A Full Suite of OCI Services

Peninsula Visa’s OCI services cover every stage of the OCI lifecycle, ensuring that members of the Indian diaspora receive expert support from start to finish.

The four service types now available are:

Why Choose Peninsula Visa for Your OCI Application

Peninsula Visa brings decades of institutional knowledge and a client-first philosophy to every OCI case.

Key value propositions include:

Launch Promotion

Save 20% on any OCI service — new users only

OCI20

Enter code OCI20 at checkout. Available to new users. No expiration date.

Leadership Perspective

Get Started Today

Media Contact

Evan James, Peninsula Visa, 1 4087277515, media@peninsulavisa.com, https://peninsulavisa.com/

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Booking.com’s Latest Travel and Sustainability Research Reveals Australian Generational Paradox

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1 hour ago

May 3, 2026

SYDNEY, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel. With insights from 32,500 travellers across 35 markets globally, including 1,000 from Australia, this year’s research highlights a generational paradox.

While 83% of Australian travellers say that more sustainable travel is important to them, older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete actions, despite younger generations often expressing stronger sustainability intentions.

Older generations demonstrate greater commitment through concrete sustainable actions, with almost two–thirds of Boomers across Asia Pacific (63%) saying they will shop more at local, independent stores on their trips, three–quarters (75%) planning to reduce general waste, and 63% intending to reduce energy consumption, higher than Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z.However, younger travellers are leading in cultural and conservation management; more than a quarter of Gen Z (27%) and Millennials (26%) participated in a tour or activity that contributed to the health or conservation of the local ecosystem or wildlife.Extreme weather is actively reshaping travel choices. Nearly three-quarters of Australian travellers said they consider extreme weather risk when choosing both destination (72%), and timing (75%), and 27% reported having cancelled or changed trip plans in the past twelve months due to extreme weather or natural disaster.Australian travellers are shifting when and where they travel, seeking reliable climates and comfort. 43% say they plan to avoid overcrowded tourist destinations, 42% plan to travel outside of peak season, and 26% will seek out destinations with cooler temperatures.In 2025, travellers booked more than 100 million room nights on Booking.com at accommodation partners with a third-party sustainability certification, including at 363 third-party certified Australian properties.

To find Booking.com’s full 2026 research, visit here.

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