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Platformr Helps AWS Managed Service Providers Prepare for New AI-Driven Validation Standard

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September 16, 2026

BEND, Ore., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Platformr, a cloud operations company and Amazon Web Services (AWS) Partner, today outlined how its platform supports Managed Service Providers (MSPs) adapting to AWS’s newly published MSP Validation Checklist (VCL) 8.0, which is the standard that AWS partners must meet to earn and maintain AWS MSP validation.

VCL 8.0 represents a comprehensive update to the checklist, not simply an expansion of AI requirements. Of the standard’s 61 total controls, 24 are net-new – covering agentic AI platform and agent lifecycle governance; a Responsible AI framework spanning data governance and prompt injection prevention; agentic Zero Trust and blast-radius containment; GenAI and agentic observability (sessions, traces, drift, and cost); operational toil measurement and reduction; an AI transformation roadmap with industry vertical specialization; and new Forward Deployed Engineer and AI Practice Lead roles.

Another 27 existing controls were updated to incorporate AI capabilities; for example, change management now covers AI model changes, vulnerability management extends to agent dependencies, and FinOps now includes AI workload cost optimization. Ten foundational controls, including IAM, encryption, Well-Architected, and patch management, carry forward unchanged, while 15 VCL 7.1 controls were retired and consolidated into broader requirements, such as combining role-based access, MFA, and IAM into a single control.

Taken together, the update reflects AWS’s shift to an AI-first framework: AI capabilities are now embedded across every section rather than treated as an add-on, and several previously Recommended AI controls are now Required, reflecting AWS’s expectation that partners prove AI-driven delivery at scale.

The managed services market is projected to reach $645 billion in 2026, growing at a 10% compound annual rate, with agentic AI expected to unlock as much as $200 billion in net-new value over the next five years, according to industry estimates. Despite that trajectory, only a small share of MSPs today have extended agentic AI into customer-facing operations, which is a gap AWS’s updated standard is designed to close.

“AWS just raised the bar on what it means to run a modern managed services practice,” said Ryan Comingdeer, CEO of Platformr. “Predictive monitoring, AIOps, and a real AI-first delivery model are now mandatory under the new checklist. We built Platformr to automate exactly that kind of operational work, so our job now is helping MSP partners close that gap before it becomes a competitive disadvantage.”

Platformr’s solution automates and centralizes AWS cloud operations for its customers – including AWS Landing Zone deployment, multi-account governance, and observability – capabilities that align closely with the operational and AI-readiness areas VCL 8.0 now requires. Platformr is working with MSP partners to assess their current coverage against the updated checklist and close gaps to achieve AWS MSP designation for entry to the MSP Partner Program.

MSPs interested in preparing for VCL 8.0 can check out https://platformr.cloud/partners/aws/partners-aws-managed-service-provider/ to learn how Platformr can help get them there faster.

About Platformr
Platformr is an AI CloudOps platform purpose-built for AWS environments and organizations. Platformr gives users the tools to deliver secure, well-architected AWS environments quickly and then stay engaged at every stage of the customer journey, from ongoing security and compliance monitoring to cost optimization and operational visibility. The result is less time spent on infrastructure, more time spent on high-value work for customers.

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PRC Pairs Workforce Wellbeing Measurement With Frontline Workshops in AP3-Exclusive Package

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September 16, 2026

PRC named a preferred employee experience survey and solutions provider within the ASHHRA Preferred Partner Program, managed in collaboration with Lockton

OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Professional Research Consultants (PRC), a national healthcare experience improvement company, today announced an Employee Wellbeing Package that pairs healthcare-calibrated workforce measurement with facilitated workshops, available exclusively to hospitals and health systems participating in the ASHHRA Preferred Partner Program (AP3), managed in collaboration with Lockton.

PRC has been designated a preferred employee experience survey and solutions provider within AP3 following a formal evaluation of its capabilities and alignment with healthcare workforce priorities. The Employee Wellbeing Package is the first in a planned series of AP3-exclusive offerings from PRC.

Most workforce wellbeing efforts stall in the gap between measurement and action. The package is built to close it. Each engagement includes full survey setup using the organization’s employee roster, complete survey execution, and a half-day employee wellbeing workshop with four follow-up virtual sessions. Workshops are delivered onsite or fully virtually with no cap on attendance, so the findings reach frontline staff rather than stopping at a leadership report. Program setup is bundled into the package at no separate cost.

“Healthcare HR leaders don’t just need a survey, they need a partner who helps them understand where burnout is taking root and build the resilience their people need to keep showing up for patients,” said Cynde King, Ph.D., President & CEO of PRC. “That’s what we’re bringing to AP3 members, starting with our Employee Wellbeing Package. We’re proud to help healthcare HR teams give their workforce the emotional resources to provide excellent care and excel at work.”

PRC has worked exclusively in healthcare since 1980 and partners with more than 2,800 hospitals and health systems nationwide, a scale of engagement that informs its national workforce benchmarks. Those benchmarks let participating organizations compare their results against peer health systems rather than general industry averages.

“PRC brings the kind of deep, healthcare-specific engagement expertise that AP3 was built to surface for our members,” said Bo Brabo, AP3 Program Lead, Lockton. “They go beyond measurement to design real solutions that help HR leaders move the needle on engagement and retention.”

The Employee Wellbeing Package is exclusive to AP3 and will not be offered through any other channel or partner program. Program pricing and benefits extend to ASHHRA member organizations and to non-member organizations referred through AP3. The package activates upon contract signing and is available now.

About PRC
Professional Research Consultants, Inc. dba PRC is a privately held experience improvement firm rooted in healthcare, partnering with more than 2,800 hospitals and health systems nationwide to improve the healthcare experience, not just measure it. PRC blends real-time data, AI-powered feedback intelligence, and insights from live interviewers with consulting and coaching to help HR leaders act on what employees are saying and drive sustainable engagement improvement.

From workforce engagement to patient experience, community health, and market perception research, PRC’s integrated solutions are trusted by healthcare leaders and adaptable across industries. PRC delivers human-centered service, intuitive tools, and a dedicated team focused on helping organizations drive sustainable progress.

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HitPaw Launches Autumn Sale with Up to 50% Off AI-Powered Creative Tools

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September 16, 2026

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative solutions for video, photo, and audio enhancement, today announced the official launch of its 2026 Autumn Sale, running from September 14 through October 10, 2026. The seasonal promotion offers savings of up to 50% off across HitPaw’s popular AI-powered creative tools, including video enhancement, photo enhancement, video conversion, voice changing, and watermark removal solutions.

WHY CHOOSE HITPAW AI TOOLS THIS AUTUMN?

HitPaw’s AI multimedia solutions help creators enhance, edit, convert, and create digital content with greater speed and efficiency.

HitPaw VikPea: An AI video enhancer for upscaling resolution, restoring low-quality footage, and improving video smoothness with advanced frame interpolation.

HitPaw FotorPea: An AI image enhancement and generation platform for restoring photos, removing backgrounds, and creating high-resolution artwork.

HitPaw Univd: Convert, compress, and edit videos while maintaining high quality for easy sharing across devices.

HitPaw VoicePea: A real-time AI voice changer and sound effect generator, perfect for online streaming, content creation, gamers, and VTubers.

HitPaw Watermark Remover: An AI-powered tool for removing watermarks, text, and unwanted elements from photos and videos.

For more information, visit: 2026 HitPaw Autumn Sale: Enjoy Up to 50% OFF Deals

HITPAW AUTUMN SALE EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

1. Best-Selling Products — Up to 35% Off

HitPaw VikPea and HitPaw FotorPea are available at 35% off, while HitPaw Univd, HitPaw VoicePea, and HitPaw Watermark Remover are available at 30% off. The offers cover a range of everyday video, photo, audio, and multimedia creation needs.

2. 5-in-1 AI Suite — 50% Off

HitPaw’s 5-in-1 AI Suite is available at 50% off, bringing together VikPea, FotorPea, Univd, VoicePea, and Watermark Remover in one package. The bundle provides a broader set of AI-powered tools for enhancing, editing, converting, and creating multimedia content.

3. AI Credits for HitPaw AI Tools — 50% Off

The Autumn Sale also introduces special pricing on large AI credit packages, with 50% off selected credit plans for HitPaw VikPea and HitPaw FotorPea.

For HitPaw VikPea, users can choose from 10,000 or 30,000 AI credits. These credits can be used for a range of cloud-based AI features, including video enhancement and export, AI video generation with Seedance 2.5, AI Colorist, and watermark removal.

For HitPaw FotorPea, 20,000 and 50,000 AI credit packages are available. Credits can be used for faster image enhancement, AI image generation with Nano Banana 2, background removal, ID photo creation, and AI Swap.

ABOUT HITPAW

HitPaw is a global provider of AI-powered creative software, offering intelligent solutions for photo, video, audio, and content creation. With advanced AI technology and intuitive design, HitPaw helps users create professional-quality content faster and easier.

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How to Remove iOS 27 From iPhone Without Data Loss 2026?

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September 16, 2026

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Excited for iOS 27, but some iPhone users asked, “Is there a way to remove iOS 27 from my iPhone? “The answer is yes. To remove iOS 27, it’s common to either use iTunes/Finder in Recovery Mode or a professional iOS downgrade tool like Tenorshare ReiBoot, which supports a 1-click downgrade without data loss.

Method 1: Remove iOS 27 via Restore in Recovery Mode (Official Method & Data Loss)

Before you start, make sure you have an earlier iOS 26 backup. Restoring iOS 27 is Apple’s official method to remove iOS 27. However, restoring iOS 27 must wipe all data on your iPhone, and you can’t restore an iOS 27 backup to iOS 26.

Steps to restore iOS 27 via Recovery Mode:

Step 1. Turn off Find My iPhone and connect the iPhone to the PC/Mac via cable.

Step 2. Put the iPhone into iOS 27 New Recovery Mode (Press Volume Up -> Volume Down -> Press and hold the Side Button).

Step 3. Open iTunes on Windows or Finder on Mac, click Restore iOS 27.

Method 2: Remove iOS 27 without Data Loss via Tenorshare ReiBoot (Simple & Workable)

If you prefer to keep all data while removing iOS 27, using an iOS downgrade tool will be a good choice. Tenorshare ReiBoot, a well‑known iOS system repair utility, enables users to remove iOS 27 and install a stable iOS 26.7 in about 20 minutes, all while preserving personal data.

Why Tenorshare ReiBoot’s approach stands out:

No data loss and 100% protection of the original details.Resolve over 150 iOS‑related issues, including iPhone battery drain, lag, and stuck “Update Requested” errors.Simple to use, even if you are a beginner downgrading iOS 27 to26.7.

Steps to remove iOS 27 via Tenorshare ReiBoot:
Step1. Download the official Tenorshare ReiBoot on your PC or Mac, then connect your iPhone.

Step2. Select iOS Upgrade/Downgrade and choose the Downgrade option.

Step3. ReiBoot will automatically fetch the latest signed iOS 26.7 firmware package. Click Download.

Step4. Click Initiate Downgrade. The software will safely replace the iOS 27 system with iOS 26 in under 20 minutes without wiping your personal data.

Alternative: How to Exit iOS 27 Beta without a Computer?

It’s impossible to remove iOS 27 without a computer, but we can stop your iOS 27 from receiving unstable iOS beta updates.

First, Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. Then, Toggle Beta Updates to OFF. Your iPhone will stop receiving iOS beta updates until the official version is out.

About Tenorshare

Founded in 2007, Tenorshare ReiBoot is the best iOS/Android bug repair tool which offering a secure, data‑safe iOS/Android bug-fixing path for users who need to move away from system problems.

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