Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for creating, controlling and enhancing a life-cycle of at least one stage for a rich-content repository, such as a catalog of products and services. The item data is received from a source and is processed in accordance with a User-defined life-cycle, finally being published/syndicated as rich-content. At User direction, the rich-content life-cycle can include one or more stages such as item data receipt from a supplier, transformation under control of User-defined functions, and publication/syndication of the transformed, i.e., rich-content data. Maintenance of rich-content repositories is likewise provided using a User-defined life-cycle having User-defined functions.

Abstract: A lamp assembly which includes a tubular body for supporting a light bulb socket and being formed with a collar that extends radially from the tubular body. A cover is fixed with the collar and has an opening formed therein that causes the light rays emanating from the light bulb to be cast radially outwardly relative to the longitudinal axis of the tubular body.