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Abstract:
As supply chains become increasingly integrated and synchronized, we are witnessing the evolution of the business/production
models (in some industries) that merge virtual integration with elements of the older vertically integrated enterprise. This
has profound consequences, in particular for suppliers (...)
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As supply chains become increasingly integrated and synchronized, we are witnessing the evolution of the business/production
models (in some indus...
Published:
2003-12-09
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Abstract:
Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article loosely shows the parallels between the operations in a mining company and those of a manufacturer whose product
is sold on store shelves. (...)
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Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article lo...
Published:
2009-08-12
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... bottom line: SaaS can deliver the same HR functionality as ... The
focus now should be on production scheduling and ... fact that our readers may turn an iron
ear if ...
Published:
2009-12-18
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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Abstract:
While the recent initiatives by Microsoft Business Solutions to piecemeal bolster its product lines' SCM capabilities should
benefit users, a lot more cohesive SCM strategy is needed for Microsoft to truly permeate the SCM mid-market. (...)
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While the recent initiatives by Microsoft Business Solutions to piecemeal bolster its product lines' SCM capabilities
should benefit users, a lot ...
Published:
2003-12-01
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QAD still has to create greater market recognition and additional revenue. QAD admits it has been struggling to offer complete
"across the board" functionality for larger companies, although the system supports multiple currencies and global tax management,
and it is tailored to financial practices and r (...)
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QAD still has to create greater market recognition and additional revenue. QAD admits it has been struggling to offer complete
"across the board" ...
Published:
2003-09-24
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Abstract:
Baan's focus on discrete manufacturing has not been a close fit with Invensys' plant automation products that have been geared
mostly to process industries. To that end, Invensys has had a nightmarish job of trying to rationalize Baan and its process
ERP counterparts, Protean and PRISM, development - str (...)
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Baan's focus on discrete manufacturing has not been a close fit with Invensys' plant automation products that have
been geared mostly to process i...
Published:
2003-05-08
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Much has changed, while much has remained the same at MAPICS during 2003. With the February finalization of the Frontstep
acquisition, MAPICS has become quite a large enterprise applications provider, which positions the vendor near (if not at)
the top among vendors that focus on the mid-size discrete ma (...)
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Much has changed, while much has remained the same at MAPICS during 2003. With the February finalization of the Frontstep
acquisition, MAPICS has ...
Published:
2003-10-13
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Sage Group's decision to finally group its plethora of enterprise-level applications in North America under the Best Software
brand in 2002 emanated from the company's ability to deliver highly integrated components, and to weave a unified story around
this concoction of products, many of them with best- (...)
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Sage Group's decision to finally group its plethora of enterprise-level applications in North America under the Best Software
brand in 2002 emanat...
Published:
2003-07-28
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Abstract:
Through the PeopleSoft acquisition, Oracle hereby gains a new customer base, increased market share, expertise, immediate
recurring revenue sources, and new and overlapping products. However, keeping PeopleSoft's customers will take a great deal
of diplomatic customer management and savvy engineering. (...)
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Through the PeopleSoft acquisition, Oracle hereby gains a new customer base, increased market share, expertise, immediate
recurring revenue source...
Published:
2005-05-30
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Abstract:
The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infrastructure. As a result, these vendors are drilling down deeper to compete with each other. (...)
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The battle between Oracle, Microsoft, SAP, and IBM goes far beyond applications -- it goes right into the technology stack
or the enterprise infra...
Published:
2005-05-24
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst its competitors. (...)
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ROI System is definitely a "user's vendor" that should raise the bar for customer care best practices amongst
its competitors.
Published:
2003-06-04
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... to create a self-sufficient enterprise, Ford even owned iron ore mines ...
two major fellow “Motown” automakers, Ford divested itself of the production of many ...
Published:
2009-03-30
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Abstract:
While customers may be bemused if not concerned about the Oracle/PeopleSoft merger, they are from a traditionally risk-adverse
market. Despite the lush deals offered by the competition, realistically, the only way Oracle will lose customers is through
self-inflicted wounds. (...)
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While customers may be bemused if not concerned about the Oracle/PeopleSoft merger, they are from a traditionally risk-adverse
market. Despite the...
Published:
2005-05-25
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MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a developed affiliate channel, which has also broadened its product offering. Combined respective MAPICS and Frontstep
customers and partners should be encouraged by (...)
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MAPICS remains a stable company, with a strong financial position, depth of manufacturing knowledge, a strong customer service
record, and a devel...
Published:
2003-10-15
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Abstract:
Oracle does not have a history of major acquisitions, let alone experience with the subsequent integration efforts. Run by
a management team that has never maneuvered a company through a large takeover, will Oracle be capable of digesting PeopleSoft? (...)
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Oracle does not have a history of major acquisitions, let alone experience with the subsequent integration efforts. Run by
a management team that ...
Published:
2005-05-31
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Abstract:
QAD deserves admiration for its protracted innovativeness and endurance as the only assets it could muster as to compensate
for limited resources compared to many larger competitors. (...)
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QAD deserves admiration for its protracted innovativeness and endurance as the only assets it could muster as to compensate
for limited resources ...
Published:
2003-09-20
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... master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management
... an absolutely dependable software system, an iron-clad partnership ...
Published:
2010-07-22
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Abstract:
A recent survey of chief executive officers has found that growth is again the number one priority, overtaking cost-cutting
as their previous top concern. Can enterprise application providers to take advantage of this new focus? (...)
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A recent survey of chief executive officers has found that growth is again the number one priority, overtaking cost-cutting
as their previous top ...
Published:
2005-04-21
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Abstract:
You are about to embark on an important project. Whether the project is software or hardware related, it is a good idea to
hold a project kickoff meeting. Don't miss this excellent opportunity to get across important communications and establish
the tone for the project. This article discusses the 10 obj (...)
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You are about to embark on an important project. Whether the project is software or hardware related, it is a good idea to
hold a project kickoff ...
Published:
2003-12-31