Michael Edward Staran

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 244,500 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. The company brands are Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM's largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. GM is the majority shareholder in GM Daewoo Auto & Technology Co. of South Korea, and has product, power train and purchasing collaborations with Suzuki Motor Corp. and Isuzu Motors Ltd. of Japan. GM also has advanced technology collaborations with Chrysler LLC, Daimler AG, BMW AG and Toyota Motor Corp. and vehicle manufacturing ventures with several automakers around the world, including Toyota, Suzuki, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp. of China, AVTOVAZ of Russia and Renault SA of France. Genuine GM Parts and accessories are sold under the GM, GM Performance Parts, GM Good wrench and ACDelco brands through GM Service and Parts Operations, which supplies GM dealerships and distributors worldwide. GM engines and transmissions are marketed through GM Power train.

Johnson Controls, Inc. operates as a global diversified technology and industrial business. The firm operates through the following segments: Building Efficiency, Automotive Experience and Power Solutions. The Building Efficiency segment engages in designing, producing, marketing and installing integrated heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems, building management systems, controls, security and mechanical equipment. The Automotive Experience segment provides innovative interior systems through its design and engineering expertise. The Power Solutions segment is a global supplier of lead-acid automotive batteries for passenger car, light truck and utility vehicle. It serves both automotive original equipment manufacturers and the general vehicle battery aftermarket. It also supplies batteries to power Start-Stop vehicles, as well as lithium-ion battery technologies to power certain hybrid and electric vehicles. The company was founded by Warren Seymour Johnson and William Plankinton in 1885 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Enova Systems, Inc. engages in the development and design of drive systems and related components for electric, hybrid electric, and fuel cell powered vehicles in both the new and retrofit markets. The company was founded on July 30, 1976 and is headquartered in Torrance, CA.

Decoma International, Inc. designs and manufactures automotive exterior components. It supplies exterior vehicle appearance systems for the automotive industry. It has manufacturing, engineering, and product development facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Germany, Belgium, England, Japan, France, Poland, Austria, and the Czech Republic. The company is located in Concord, Canada.

Effective Solutions is an American company that offers services and products to help businesses with their needs. The company is located in the US. The company provides access and links to SageCRM Software Requirements, SageCity SageCRM Support Forum, and SageCRM Help Website. The company also offers various SageCRM enhancements and services such as Needs Analysis & Demo, Project Design, Planning & Implementation Services, Support, Training, SageCRM Customizations & Enhancements, and ACT Consulting & Support. In addition, they have multiple products including SageCRM, SageCRM Enhancement Portfolio, Accelerator Outlook Add on for SageCRM, and ACT!. The company has been helping companies implement CRM Systems since 2004, with a focus on integrating it with Sage 100 Accounting Systems. Effective Solutions was acquired by SmartStream Technologies Ltd., part of Emirate of Dubai (United Arab Emirates) from December 31, 2007 on April 04, 2003.

DaimlerChrysler Co. LLC manufactures passenger cars, light trucks and commercial vehicles. The company commercial vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star, Setra and Mitsubishi Fuso. It also offers financial and other automotive services through DaimlerChrysler financial services. The company was founded in November, 1998 and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI.