Jistik CRE launched November 1, and the response to our ideas and methods surrounding chargeback and deduction management has been overwhelming. Our push into the apparel sector has been and continues to be effective, and we are well ahead of our sales and marketing estimates. We are tentatively approaching other sectors where we are able to develop relevant partnerships, and where the placement of our IP warrants. All in all I am pleased with our success thus far, and would like to take a moment to thank a few of the silent contributors to Blackline Technologies and Jistik; those who gave of their time and experience, and recognized our potential early on. Unlike Senator Mitchell I won’t name names, but suffice to say your contributions were a critical part of our critical first year in business and the launch of Jistik – thank you.

So the year is winding down, and we are looking forward to a few days of forced R&R. A little time off will do us all good, and pay dividends in the perspective a little time offers. I mentioned to a colleague the other day, how I was genuinely enjoying my job and the pace of the company, and that it was really the first time I felt that way. It was a surprising revelation to hear from my own lips; because finally, despite the pressure, despite the over-commitments, despite the ragged nature of my schedule and the almost complete lack of sleep, I am really having fun.

I am proud of the work we have accomplished on Jistik, and the market seems to be smiling back at me, and that makes it worthwhile. We have produced a real solution to an expensive problem, and we handle it with ease. So to end this entry on a cheerful holiday note… Blackline Technologies and Jistik wish you the joy of family, the gift of friends and the best of everything in 2008.