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         <title>Free Accessory Bundle with Selected Photo ID Systems in February</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Now through the end of February we’re adding a <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/id-accessory-pack-100-lanyards-clips-slot-punch">Free Accessory Bundle</a> to <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/free-accessory-bundle-with-selected-systems">selected AlphaCard Photo ID Systems</a>. Choose one of our popular systems and receive an accessory pack featuring 100 black breakaway lanyards with a swivel hook attachment, 100 clear vinyl strap clips, and one stapler-style slot punch. The Accessory Bundle makes it easy to prepare your ID badges for display.	]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:36:14 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>How to tell printer ribbons apart</title>
         <description><![CDATA[It’s important to make sure you’re using the right <a href="http://www.alphacard.com/printer-ribbons.shtml">ribbon</a> for your printer. AlphaCard makes it easy to find which ribbons are compatible with your printer using the <a href="http://www.alphacard.com/supply-locator/?p=0">Supply Locator</a>. But once you’ve found the right ribbons, what’s the difference between the various kinds of ribbons available? Here’s a quick and handy guide to navigating the nomenclature of printer ribbons.]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:47:44 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Introducing the Magicard Rio Pro Xtended</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Magicard recently introduced a new printer for producing extra-long cards ideal for ticketing, accreditation, and product labeling. Designed with the same features as the popular and secure <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/id-card-printers/magicard-rio-card-printers">Rio Pro</a>, the new <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/magicard-rio-pro-xtended-printer">Xtended</a> edition takes on the challenge of printing either full color or monochrome extra-long plastic cards.]]></description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2012/01/introducing_the_magicard_rio_p_1.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:45:46 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Update your visitor management system with AlphaTrack software</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Gone are the days of the clipboard and a sign-in sheet. Today’s visitor management systems are much more sophisticated thanks in part to visitor management software like <a href="http://www.alphacard.com/id-card-software/alphatrack.shtml">AlphaTrack</a>. Visitor management is one of the most effective ways to increase safety in and around your facilities. Controlling access at a point of entry allows you to keep a record of all those who come and go throughout the day. AlphaTrack provides a powerful platform with tools for secure badge design, employee and visitor tracking, and access control.]]></description>
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                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">Access Control</category>
                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">Alpha Card Products in Action</category>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 10:42:19 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Winter Lanyard Sale: Save 50% on selected breakaway lanyards in January</title>
         <description><![CDATA[We’re kicking off the New Year with a new promotion. Now through the end of January our selection of 100 packs of <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/breakaway-lanyards-35-swivel-hook-100-packs">35” Breakaway Lanyards with Swivel Hook</a> attachment is 50% off. Choose from a wide variety of colors to find the perfect hue to match your organization.]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:33:46 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Benefits of bamboo lanyards</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Lanyards allow ID badges to be easily displayed without the hassle of pulling the card out of a pocket or bag. For those who need to consistently display an ID badge at work and care about protecting the environment, AlphaCard is proud of offer Earth-friendly<a href="http://store.alphacard.com/green-id-products/green-lanyards"> bamboo lanyards</a>.]]></description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/benefits_of_bamboo_lanyards.html</link>
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                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">Product Spotlight</category>
        
        
         <pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:55:12 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Take professional photos with a tripod and backdrop</title>
         <description><![CDATA[A perfectly designed card needs an equally great photo, which can be achieved with a <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/photo-id-cameras/backdrops">backdrop</a> and <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/photo-id-cameras/tripods">tripod</a>. By taking photos at a uniform height with a consistent background color, ID cards are harder to counterfeit and helps ensure the cards appear standardized.]]></description>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:57:18 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Using key tags for customer loyalty programs</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<a href="http://store.alphacard.com/id-cards/key-tag-cards">Key tags</a> are a great variation on the traditional ID card, and can be tremendously beneficial to customer loyalty programs. Instead of reaching into their wallets to find a membership or loyalty card, or remembering to bring a card with them in the first place, key tags are handily stored on your already existing key chain for ready access.]]></description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/using_key_tags_to_for_customer.html</link>
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                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">Rewards Cards</category>
        
        
         <pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 11:41:57 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Give your ID card program the gift of AlphaCare this season</title>
         <description>AlphaCare is the gift that keeps on giving. When you make any purchase from AlphaCard, your order comes free with the AlphaCare customer service package. And when we say that AlphaCare is the ID card industry’s top customer service plan, we mean it. The program is designed to keep your ID card program running smoothly and help you achieve your identification goals whether you’re providing your company with employee ID badges, issuing student ID cards, or starting a customer loyalty program.</description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/give_your_id_card_program_the.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:39:58 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>How to use scratch-off printer ribbons</title>
         <description><![CDATA[Scratch-off <a href="http://store.alphacard.com/printer-ribbons">printer ribbons</a> are ideal for use with gift card programs or other promotional offers. These specialized ribbons print scratch-off material over a printed portion of the cards, and are typically used to cover a number, special code, or the value of the card.]]></description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/how_to_use_scratchoff_printer.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>System Spotlight: Value Laminating Photo ID Systems</title>
         <description>If your organization values secure and durable cards, the Value Laminating Photo ID System is an ideal match. It features the dual-sided Fargo DTC4500 printer, a printer designed for the high-volume printing many large organizations require.</description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/system_spotlight_value_laminat.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 19:39:19 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Industry Solutions: Non-profit Organizations</title>
         <description>Every industry needs to run efficiently and within budget, but those features are even more important for non-profit organizations dealing with a crisis or high demand for services. Through a combination of affordable Photo ID Systems and industry experts, AlphaCard is proud to help a variety of non-profit organizations.</description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/industry_solutions_nonprofit_o.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:57:23 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Benefits of starting a gift card program</title>
         <description>Starting a gift card program can have major benefits for your business. With the holiday season in full swing, gift cards can be a great way to reward customers and clients and encourage loyalty in the coming year.</description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/benefits_of_starting_a_gift_ca.html</link>
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                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">ID Card Programs</category>
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         <pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:49:48 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>What’s in a Time and Attendance Photo ID System?</title>
         <description>With the new Time and Attendance photo ID systems available today, employee punch cards are a thing of the past. Time and attendance tracking can be easily incorporated into your existing employee ID program with just a few simple components. Time and Attendance systems allow you to create employee ID cards that not only identify employees but also allow you to keep accurate time and attendance logs.</description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/whats_in_a_time_and_attendance.html</link>
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                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">Employee ID</category>
                  <category domain="http://www.sixapart.com/ns/types#category">ID Card Programs</category>
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         <pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:13:27 -0800</pubDate>
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         <title>Coming Soon: Fargo introduces the new HDP8500 Industrial card printer and encoder</title>
         <description><![CDATA[<a href="http://store.alphacard.com/id-card-printers/fargo-card-printers">Fargo</a> recently revealed the latest addition to their card printing line with the introduction of the HDP8500 Industrial Card Printer/Encoder. Designed as a card printing solution for organizations requiring large-volume performance and high-security, the HDP8500 is ideal for government ID programs, high-volume service bureau organizations, universities, and large companies.]]></description>
         <link>http://www.alphacard.com/blog/2011/12/coming_soon_fargo_introduces_t.html</link>
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         <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:15:32 -0800</pubDate>
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