Sabre Awarded International Census Forum Project
Sabre’s National Capital (NC) Region was recently awarded a new delivery order under the company’s existing Census Bureau Research and Development 2014 contract. Under this delivery order, Sabre will organize and manage the International Census Forum (ICF),an annual seminar of leading census officers and chief statisticians from the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland and other English-speaking countries. The Forum is being held in the United States for the first time this year, and will be hosted by the U.S. Census Bureau. Sabre was chosen to organize the Forum, manage its logistics, and arrange for presentations and other Forum-related activities. The significance of the ICF is that it is the only opportunity that directors of English-speaking official statistical agencies have to informally meet and discuss methodologies, operations and best practices related to censuses of population.
This Firm Fixed Price delivery order has a total value of $68,000. The three-day conference will be conducted in the Washington, DC, area in October 2010.
According to Paul (Korky) Korkemaz, Group Vice President Operations, National Capital Region, “We are grateful for the U.S. Census Bureau’s confidence in Sabre, which is evidenced by their reliance upon us to manage this important Forum. This award represents an important step in Sabre’s growth. The work will hopefully expand the company’s international image and reputation, which will lead to greater visibility of our international statistics practice and other various core competencies in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, program management and training. We look forward to the Sabre team making this important conference a success for all attendees.”
(08/2010)
Sabre Awarded New Census CES Work
Sabre’s National Capital Region was recently awarded a new delivery order under the company’s existing Census Bureau Research and Development 2014 contract. Sabre will organize and manage a workshop of 25 to 50 leading economists and statisticians, during which the team will obtain recommendations for future research projects in an endeavor at improving the U.S. Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CES). The CES is an ongoing Census Bureau and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) program that provides current and continuous information on the buying habits of American consumers. These two agencies are redesigning the CES and have decided, through this Sabre program, to convene a panel of experts to identify problem areas and formulate recommendations on specific research projects.
The workshop will be conducted in the Washington, DC, area in late 2010.
According to Paul (Korky) Korkemaz, Group Vice President of Operations for the National Capital Region, “This award further solidifies the position of the company as a provider of expert, specialized assistance in a variety of areas affecting the analysis and dissemination of data for government policy and decision-makers at the highest levels. We look forward to the Sabre team facilitating the identification of key research topics in support of the CES."
(08/2010)
Sabre Achieves SEI CMMI Maturity Level 3 Rating
Sabre Systems, Inc. has accomplished a major quality assurance milestone.
The company’s Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Maturity Level 3 (ML3) Appraisal has been accepted by the Carnegie Mellon Software Engineering Institute (SEI).
CMMI ML3 is awarded by the SEI only when a company has achieved a specific set of defined and documented processes across the entire organization that assures rigorous software/product development.
Pursuit of the CMMI ML3 rating was a key corporate initiative in 2010. This rating reflects Sabre’s continuing investment in the systems and processes needed to achieve continued success for its customers now and in the future. As a result of the teamwork of Sabre professionals and a strong quality management system, the company’s CMMI goals were accomplished in just ten months.
"I am proud of our team's efforts to attain the rigorous standards of the SEI. This certification assures our customers and partners that Sabre is committed to the delivery of its services and products of the highest quality. The certification quantifies our systematic approach toward project planning, monitoring and performance measurement," states Phil Jaurigue, founder and CEO of Sabre Systems, Inc.
(08/2010)
Sabre President Featured in Inquirer
Sabre President Phil Jaurigue recently made headlines. Philadelphia Inquirer headlines to be exact.
Phil was featured in an article, which detailed the evolution of Sabre in addition to discussing Phil’s recent role as a panelist at the National BDPA Technology Conference held July 29 in Center City. The event, which featured the topic "Opportunities, Risks and Rewards: How to Avoid Becoming a Failed Business Statistic," was sponsored by a group founded in Philadelphia 35 years ago known as the Black Data Processing Associates. Today, BDPA is reportedly known by its initials and embraces a broader version of its original mission. With 55 chapters and thousands of members, it seeks to be a "catalyst for professional growth and technical development" in the information-technology industry, with a special focus on career development for minorities.
As a panelist, Phil stressed that success was less about how you get your start than about what you make of your opportunities - those that come your way as well as those you create. He also emphasized the importance of continually reinventing the company. "You have to develop a value proposition that is not based on your status as a minority-owned business," he said. "You can use those to get your foot in the door. But in order to continue to grow, you've got to bring more game than that."
To read the article, visit http://www.philly.com/philly/business/99184749.html.
(08/2010)
Sabre Employees Contribute to the National Wildlife Federation’s Oil Spill Restoration Fund
Sabre employees came together to support animals affected by the devastating oil spill in the Gulf, raising nearly $850 to be donated to the National Wildlife Federation’s Oil Spill Restoration Fund.
Employees purchased $5 raffle tickets in hopes of winning one of three baskets full of fun and useful summer items, including coolers, bocce ball sets, hand-painted glassware and more.
Congratulations to the lucky winners announced July 2.
Special thanks to the staff members who contributed extra effort by leading collections for their respective offices.
(07/2010)
Sabre Awarded New Work Supporting Census Bureau
Sabre Systems, Inc. was recently awarded a new delivery order under the company’s existing Census Bureau Research & Development 2014 contract, through which Sabre will work to develop tabulation indicators for the Census Bureau’s HIV/AIDS Surveillance Database and to enhance HIV/AIDS Country Profiles. The company will also extract information from Chinese language medical journals for inclusion in the database. With a total value of $1.7 million, this Time and Materials delivery order will span one base year with three option years. The work will be performed at the Census Bureau headquarters in Suitland, Md.
According to the Group Vice President of Sabre’s National Capital Region, Paul “Korky” Korkemaz, “This is a continuation of work begun nine years ago that further enhances the reputation of the company in the area of international HIV/AIDS-related research and analysis. I am confident that our customer will be pleased with our performance in this realm.”
(06/2010)
Sabre Systems, Inc. Tasked with New Work Assisting Census Bureau
Sabre Systems, Inc., was recently awarded a new delivery order under its existing Census Bureau Research & Development 2014 contract. Under this contract, Sabre will develop new techniques for improving the Census Bureau’s Master Address File (MAF) by utilizing data mining software. The MAF, which contains more than 140 million home and business addresses, is essential to conducting both the decennial Census of population and the ongoing surveys that use the MAF. Thus, it is critical that the MAF be accurate and up-to-date. This Time and Materials delivery order will be performed at the Census Bureau headquarters in Suitland, Md.
According to Group Vice President of Sabre’s National Capital Region, Paul Korkemaz, “This award represents our entry into a new line of business at the Census Bureau - high-level analytical support for the Bureau’s comprehensive program of evaluations that occurs after each decennial population Census. I am confident that our customer will be pleased with our Sabre team and their performance on this task.”
(06/2010)
Sabre Welcomes New Executive Director
of Homeland Security Programs
 Sabre Systems, Inc. extends a warm welcome to Thomas Cullen as Executive Director, Homeland Security Programs, for the National Capital Region Operations (NCRO).
Mr. Cullen joins NCRO’s senior management staff and will support the company’s capture of emerging Department of Homeland Security (DHS) opportunities, such as Eagle II, a department- wide IT services program.
Prior to joining Sabre, Mr. Cullen served in the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for more than 31 years, advancing to the rank of Captain. His distinguished career included numerous aviation, program management, and maritime-related assignments of increasing responsibility in the acquisition and operational arenas. His last assignment was as Deputy Commander of USCG Sector San Francisco, the largest operational command in the Coast Guard’s Pacific Area and one of the busiest commands in the Coast Guard. A Coast Guard aviator, Mr. Cullen has logged more than 5000 hours in multi-engine jets. Mr. Cullen graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Ocean Engineering from the United States Coast Guard Academy and a Master of Science degree in Industrial Administration from Purdue University.
(06/2010)
Sabre Welcomes Horswill as New VP of IT
 Sabre is pleased to announce the addition of Charles (Chuck) Horswill to the company as the new Vice President of Information Technology (IT).
Chuck will be responsible for leading the corporate IT team and managing the overall corporate technology infrastructure, including network and storage infrastructure, telecommunications infrastructure, and corporate systems. He will have responsibility for the management of all Sabre networks, desktop applications, and website software applications; and will oversee information and physical security to ensure the protection of corporate information and system integrity. Chuck will provide the strategic vision and roadmap for corporate IT to be positioned for growth.
Chuck comes to Sabre with more than 30 years experience in the IT field. He spent 20 years managing technical professionals, and 12 years at the executive level. He also honorably served in the United States Marine Corp early in his career. Chuck earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Computer and Information Systems from Drexel University.
(05/2010)
Bloomington Turns Two!
Sabre’s Bloomington office recently celebrated its second anniversary, and the milestone didn’t go unnoticed.
“Everybody’s Bloomington,” a website that helps its readers “Experience for yourself what makes Bloomington, Indiana, one of the leading cities in the nation to live, work, visit, build a successful tech firm or small business, appreciate world-class arts and recreation and engage in lifelong learning,” recently included an article which discussed the office’s anniversary and evolution since opening two years ago.
The site also included a story about Sabre’s new office in Dahlgren.
To read either of these stories, visit http://everybodysbloomington.com.
(04/2010)
Corp. Employees Have a Ball Supporting BBBS
A group of Sabre corporate employees and their friends got the ball rolling for a good cause March 21, 2010, at the Thunderbird Lanes Bowling Alley in Warminster, Pa.
This Bowl for Kids' Sake event, for which Sabre was also a sponsor, was the largest 2010 fundraiser for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bucks County (BBBSBC) organization.
BBBS provides a variety of programs through which children and youth identified as being in need of one-on-one adult support are matched with volunteers who serve as "Big Brothers and Big Sisters."
Lou Nolan, public address announcer of the Philadelphia Flyers, once again was on hand to MC along with Mark Zumoff, TV voice of the Philadelphia 76ers and Paul Jolovitz, from sports radio 610WIP. All proceeds from the bowling event benefitted the children of BBBSBC.
(04/2010)
Sabre Taps into Social Media Sites
In response to the growing popularity of social networking sites, and in an endeavor at taking advantage of another forum through which the company can provide information, Sabre has created a company Facebook fanpage and a Twitter account. Through these sites, the company conveys significant community and corporate news. Sabre has also established a Wordpress blog, through which it also communicates important company news.
These accounts are all accessible through the Sabre corporate site, as well as through the host sites themselves. Simply do a search for “Sabre Systems, Inc."
(04/2010)
Sabre President Discusses Growth Strategy
Sabre President Phil Jaurigue was featured on the internet radio program, “The Growth Strategy with Aldonna Ambler" last month.
During the show, which was focused upon "How to Keep on Doubling,” Phil discussed Sabre's evolution over the years and its strategy in terms of achieving continual and sustained growth in the years to come.
To listen to the interview, visit: http://www.voiceamerica.com/voiceamerica/vepisode.aspx?aid=44659
(03/2010)
Sabre Opens New Office
Sabre Systems, Inc., a professional services company with offices spanning the country, has opened a new office in Dahlgren, Va.
The company has opened this new office in support of its Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Division customers. This new facility will enhance Sabre’s presence in the community and enable the company to better support its growing NSWC Dahlgren customer-base.
The office will be occupied by Robert J. Crowder, Jr., who serves as the Senior Executive Director of Systems Engineering, Sabre Mid-Atlantic Region, Dahlgren Division.
(03/2010)
Sabre Welcomes Crowder as Sr. Executive Director
Sabre welcomes Robert J. Crowder, Jr. to the company as Senior Executive Director of Systems Engineering, Sabre Mid-Atlantic (MA) Region Dahlgren Division.
Mr. Crowder, who began his career at Sabre Jan. 25, 2010, is responsible for integrating and managing Sabre’s operations and engineering support of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division. He will further develop and enhance Sabre’s strategic and operational initiatives in Dahlgren and effectively leverage our core capabilities and resources across the company to help strengthen and grow our presence and customer-base.
Mr. Crowder brings to the company more than 15 years of experience in business development, program and project management, systems and software engineering, and full life-cycle development activities. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
(03/2010)
Sabre Kicks Off Wellness Initiative
Sabre kicks off its 2010 Get Healthy Wellness Program, offering employees an opportunity to maximize their health and fitness this year. Each
quarter, the company will provide tools employees can utilize to improve or maintain their health. Health initiatives include a smoking cessation
program, gym discount program. (03/2010)
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