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Partnership gives ECCs access to purpose-built Voice AI automation, AI-enabled QA, training, and call guidance to modernize operations and optimize resources.

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Hyper, a Voice AI company focused on automating non-emergency and administrative calls for 9-1-1 agencies, and GovWorx, a provider of AI QA, training, hiring and real-time call guidance for emergency communications, today announced a partnership to accelerate value for shared customers.

9-1-1 centers face increasing call volumes, ongoing staffing shortages, and rising expectations for service levels. Agencies need focused tools that deliver on specific outcomes, not broad platforms that spread across too many use cases. Under the partnership, GovWorx will offer Hyper’s non-emergency call automation to its US agency footprint, while Hyper will offer GovWorx solutions to Canadian agencies, giving ECCs a faster path to proven, purpose-built tools and smarter use of limited resources.

What the partnership enables for agencies:
Automation where it makes sense: Voice AI to automatically resolve a meaningful share of non-emergency and administrative calls, without replacing existing dispatch infrastructure.

Purpose-built and best-in-class: Two focused solutions, each built and supported by the company that made it.

Faster time-to-value: A streamlined path to evaluate, procure, and deploy for agencies that want to move quickly. “Public safety agencies deserve best-in-class tools. Partnering with GovWorx allows us to bring Hyper’s Voice AI to more 9-1-1 centers alongside the leading QA and coaching solution that’s already trusted in the field,” said Reinhard Ekl, COO & Co-Founder at Hyper.

“Helping centers as they struggle with the ongoing staffing crisis is at the heart of why we started GovWorx. We believe AI should be reducing the administrative burden on telecommunicators, trainers, QA teams and all of ECC leadership. ” said CEO and Co-Founder Scott MacDonald at GovWorx. “This partnership emphasizes how our technologies can do just that.”

Availability: Hyper’s non-emergency call automation is available through GovWorx for eligible public safety agencies. GovWorx QA, training, simulations and real-time call guidance is available through Hyper for eligible agencies. Each company delivers onboarding, hosting, and support for its own products.

About Hyper: Hyper helps 9-1-1 centers reduce administrative burden by automating non-emergency calls using Voice AI. Hyper is configurable to each agency’s workflows and priorities, and works within existing technology environments.

About GovWorx: GovWorx provides AI-enabled QA, training, simulations, pre-hire screening and real-time call guidance for public safety communications, helping agencies improve consistency, readiness, and efficiency.

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DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Drummond Group, LLC, an ONC-Authorized Test Lab (ONC-ATL) and Certification Body (ONC-ACB), today launched the ONC Compliance Learning Series, a three-month educational program designed to help health IT developers build certification readiness before entering formal testing.

The program addresses a growing challenge in the health IT industry: development teams increasingly need ONC certification to meet healthcare customer requirements, CMS program mandates, and RFP specifications, yet many lack foundational knowledge of the certification process, leading to failed test attempts, project delays, and costly rework.

“Development teams often struggle with ONC’s specific requirements around standards and conformance requirements, as well as compliance processes,” said Sonia Galvan, Senior Director of Health IT Testing & Certification at Drummond. “This program helps them build essential knowledge early and avoid common pitfalls. Our subject matter experts are always available to help unblock decisions.”

The ONC Compliance Learning Series delivers six bi-weekly sessions over three months, led by an experienced ONC Test Proctor, Certified Project Management Professional, and HL7 Certified FHIR Foundational Implementer. Participants receive instruction on health IT standards, ONC test procedures, compliance guides, and test tools. Developers can choose between a general compliance or FHIR-specific tracks based on their certification goals.

The program includes a pre-assessment technical review, a GAP analysis to evaluate certification readiness, and a session with Drummond’s ONC-ACB on post-certification obligations. The program is designed for health IT developers pursuing their first ONC certification, including EHR vendors, interoperability solution providers, clinical decision support developers, and patient engagement platform companies.

The ONC Compliance Learning Series is available now. For more information, visit our website or email sales@drummondgroup.com.

Lucy Railton
Drummond Group, LLC
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Tech Influencer Recognizes Sketch as a Top Software Developer in the United States

ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Sketch Development Services, a US-based software development company in St. Louis, today announces it has been included on Evan Kirstel’s Trusted IT Provider list. Evan Kirstel is a tech influencer with a large social media presence and more than 500,000 followers across multiple platforms. He has a reputation for identifying the top B2B service providers across many facets of the IT industry.

Kirstel released his list in conjunction with Clutch, a listing platform for B2B companies. Sketch’s inclusion comes as the software development company celebrates a slew of other awards and recognitions. If you ask the firm’s leadership, though, they’ll tell you this is one of their favorites of all the lists they’ve made.

“Making a list because of our software development capabilities is one thing. Technical excellence is objectively measurable, and it’s not really up for debate,” says John Krewson, Founder and CEO of Sketch. “Being recognized as an especially trusted application development company speaks more to service quality. This kind of thing can be harder to measure, but it’s of vital importance to us. We’re always talking about how bedside manner is a huge part of how our clients experience working with us.”

“We’re proud of how talented our software developers and consultants are,” adds Calvin Horrell, General Manager at Sketch, “but at the end of the day, it’s all about the relationships we build. A lot of our clients come to us after they’ve been burned by other firms, or after they feel like they’ve tried everything and they’re starting to get desperate. In a situation like that, the ability to establish trust goes a long way toward making everyone feel confident moving forward.”

Brad Wood, Solution Consultant at Sketch, agrees: “At Sketch, our focus is on helping our clients succeed. That focus is what allows us to build strong, lasting trust with our clients. In our Atlassian practice, clients see us as advisors who bring the right solutions and guidance to help them reach their goals. We value that trust deeply and look for every opportunity to reinforce it.”

Gary Kupferle, a software developer at Sketch, regularly shows what’s special about the way Sketch operates. He’s been trusted by clients to deliver crucial work within multiple highly regulated enterprise environments. “Sketch consultants really mean what they say,” he offers. “We’re not trying to be like everyone else. Lots of companies say that, what’s a real example? I’ve been on a Sketch software development project where we got what the client needed done, they were happy with the end result and we ended the engagement early.”

In other words, the firm prioritizes ethics over economics. “We walked away from charging the client for more time because… we were done,” Kupferle continues. “Obviously, that’s not going to happen on every project, but the example shows that we mean what we say. We’d rather be the company you call back than the company you felt a little bit (or a lot) dissatisfied with for some reason.”

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Sketch Development Services is a software development company in St. Louis, MO. The firm’s offerings include AI-enabled custom software development, consulting, Atlassian tooling, and cloud management services. Sketch serves a broad range of companies, including startups, SMBs, and multiple members of the Fortune 500.

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New interactive tool helps Florida condo boards and owners plan major capital projects with Florida-specific cost data.

BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Wyman Legal Solutions Launches Free Condo Building Renovation Cost Estimator for Florida Associations and Owners

Wyman Legal Solutions has launched a new Condo Building Renovation Cost Estimator, a free online planning tool designed to help Florida condominium associations, board members, and unit owners better understand the potential cost of major building renovations.

The estimator is now available at:
https://wymanlegalsolutions.com/interactives/condo-renovation-estimator_V2.html

The interactive software allows users to enter key building details—such as number of stories, unit count, and scope of work—and receive a planning-level cost estimate for common condominium projects. These may include exterior painting, roofing, balconies, structural repairs, mechanical systems, and elevator modernization.

Unlike generic renovation calculators, the estimator is tailored specifically to Florida condominium buildings and reflects typical cost ranges seen across the state. The tool was developed to help associations and owners plan for major capital projects, understand funding needs, and avoid the financial surprises that often lead to disputes.

“Condo boards and owners are facing significant new financial pressures tied to inspections, reserve requirements, and aging infrastructure,” said Andrew Wyman, founder of Wyman Legal Solutions. “We created this estimator to give people a practical starting point so they can understand the scope of potential costs before they hire engineers or contractors.”

The Condo Building Renovation Cost Estimator is part of Wyman Legal Solutions’ growing library of free interactive planning tools for homeowners, associations, and construction professionals.

In addition to these tools, the firm offers a Renovation Concierge program for condominium buildings and homeowners’ associations. The program is designed for large-scale capital projects and combines construction-law oversight with an Owner’s Representative to help associations navigate complex renovations with greater clarity and control.

Under this program, Wyman Legal Solutions provides legal guidance throughout the project while partnering with a Florida Certified Master Builder who serves as the association’s Owner’s Representative. This dual approach helps boards:
• Evaluate scopes of work before bidding
• Review and negotiate construction contracts
• Monitor project progress and change orders
• Address contractor performance issues early
• Reduce the risk of disputes, delays, and cost overruns

These services are designed to give associations a single, coordinated team focused on protecting the building, the board, and the owners throughout major renovation projects.

Users can access the full library of planning tools at:
https://wymanlegalsolutions.com/interactives/

About Wyman Legal Solutions

Wyman Legal Solutions is a Florida construction law firm that helps homeowners and condominium associations navigate renovations, defects, liens, and contractor disputes. In addition to legal representation, the firm offers a Renovation Concierge program that combines legal oversight with a Florida Certified Master Builder serving as an Owner’s Representative on major capital projects.

The firm was awarded a 2025 Platinum PRISM Award by the Gold Coast Builders Association for its development of renovation planning software.

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Leadership Transition Positions 1VALET to Scale Its Unified Smart Building Operating System Across North America

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — 1VALET Corp., a leader in smart building operating systems and video intercoms, today announced the appointment of Demetrios Barnes as Chief Executive Officer, effective today.

Barnes brings deep operational, go-to-market, and capital markets experience to 1VALET. Most recently, he served as Chief Operating Officer of SmartRent, where he helped scale the business into a global proptech platform and supported its transition to a publicly traded company. His career spans high-growth startups and scaled operating environments, with a consistent focus on execution, customer outcomes, and disciplined growth across hardware, software, and services.

As part of this leadership evolution, Jean-Pierre Poulin, founder of 1VALET, will transition to the role of Executive Chairman. In this capacity, Poulin will step back from day-to-day operations and focus on Board leadership, strategic guidance, and key external relationships, while continuing to support the Company’s long-term vision.

Since founding 1VALET, Poulin has built one of the industry’s most comprehensive smart building platforms—grounded in firsthand experience as an owner and operator. Under his leadership, 1VALET established a strong reputation for reliability, deep hardware-software integration, and a customer-first approach that has resonated with developers, asset managers, and operators across North America.

“Demetrios is a proven operator with deep credibility across the real estate and proptech ecosystems,” said Jean-Pierre Poulin, Executive Chairman of 1VALET. “The Board believes this transition positions 1VALET to execute with greater focus and scale, while preserving the strong foundation, culture, and customer trust we have built over the years.”

“The real estate industry is ready for a smarter, more complete approach to building technology,” said Barnes. “Jean-Pierre built 1VALET with a clear vision rooted in real-world operational experience, and that foundation is evident in both the product and the culture. What excites me most is the strength of the platform and the team behind it.”

Barnes also highlighted the role of 1VALET’s technology leadership in shaping that platform. “The work Hanna and the engineering organization have delivered is exceptional,” Barnes added. “They’ve built an enterprise-grade, deeply integrated system that reflects how buildings actually operate. I’m excited to partner closely with Hanna as we continue to scale the product and push the boundaries of what a smart building platform can be.”
Barnes pointed to a broader inflection point in the proptech industry. “There is a growing gap in our space: products that don’t work well together, companies losing focus, prioritizing profits over partnerships, and app fatigue that’s creating real dissatisfaction among the operators and residents we’re supposed to serve,” Barnes said. “Partners are being forgotten. At 1VALET, a company built by operators for operators, we believe proptech is about partnerships, trust, and being relentlessly great at what you do. That’s where my focus is. Full stop.”

Under Barnes’ leadership, 1VALET will focus on accelerating its position as the most complete smart building platform in the market, bringing together access control, video intercoms, IoT, resident experience, and building operations into a single, unified system. The Company will prioritize disciplined growth across North America while advancing a measured international expansion strategy rooted in strong local partnerships, regulatory alignment, and operational readiness.

“As a former asset manager myself, I know the pressure teams face to deliver better resident experiences while managing complexity behind the scenes,” Barnes said. “Our mission is simple: make buildings work better for everyone. By combining best-in-class technology with a relentless focus on execution, we believe 1VALET is uniquely positioned to define the future of smart communities.”

About 1VALET

1VALET is a leading smart building operating system designed to connect residents, property teams, and building infrastructure through a single, unified platform. By integrating access control, video intercoms, IoT devices, and a powerful resident app into one web-based dashboard, 1VALET helps owners and operators enhance resident engagement, improve operational efficiency, increase NOI, and create safer, smarter communities. To learn more, visit 1VALET.com.

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