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Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 3: Comparing Three ERP Vendors
P.J. Jakovljevic 3/7/2002 12:00:00 AM
This part illustrates how selecting the right ERP product depends on each client's requirements. Epicor, QAD, and Ramco Systems' rank can change with different sets of client requirements.
Read Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 3: Comparing Three ERP Vendors
Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 2: A Timesaving Solution
P.J. Jakovljevic 3/6/2002 12:00:00 AM
Since a 'one-size-fits-all' product is still not quite a viable possibility, almost every product can win provided a certain set of requirements. The Catch 22 for both buyers and vendors/VARs is to pinpoint the right opportunity in this ongoing 'dating game'. An RFP/RFI selection process can streamline the initial phase of an ERP selection process while addressing many of the buyer's vital questions.
Read Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 2: A Timesaving Solution
Programs, Processes and Practices: Planning Implementations and Evaluating Systems
Olin Thompson 3/4/2002 12:00:00 AM
No company has ever fully evaluated the entire product that they are buying, time does not permit such a complete evaluation. Few people really track how well the software is used after it is installed.
Read Programs, Processes and Practices: Planning Implementations and Evaluating Systems
Andersen/Enron Affair Precipitates "Big Five" Divorces
P.J. Jakovljevic 2/20/2002 12:00:00 AM
While the current focus of the public is on the future of Andersen and the entire accounting practice, the implications on the consulting industry will be deep as well.
Read Andersen/Enron Affair Precipitates "Big Five" Divorces
SSA GT Beefs Up BPCS V8 Through Partnerships' Spree Part 2: Market Impact
P.J. Jakovljevic 1/4/2002 12:00:00 AM
SSA GT has mostly achieved its most imminent and important goal of enticing existing BPCS customer base to stay on their maintenance contracts. Vendors vying to be replacement solutions for the BPCS ERP system could be in for a bigger hurdle than expected.
Read SSA GT Beefs Up BPCS V8 Through Partnerships' Spree Part 2: Market Impact
KPI's: Key Project Impeders
Joseph Strub 12/2/2002 12:00:00 AM
Paying attention to the human nature factors of a project will not overcome poor software selection or poor software design. However, being aware of these factors can minimize project delays, frustrations of team members, and not delivering expected results. Learn about some of these factors and how they can be avoided.
Read KPI's: Key Project Impeders
Who to Blame for Project Failure? Look Up - Not Down, Not Left, Not Right.
Olin Thompson 9/20/2002 12:00:00 AM
Projects do fail. They fail from many different reasons. But the person at the top of the organization can stop or fix most of these problems before they derail the project. That person is the only one with the power to do so.
Read Who to Blame for Project Failure? Look Up - Not Down, Not Left, Not Right.
IT Project Risk Assessment
J. Dowling 8/22/2002 12:00:00 AM
Information technology project risk often comes from non-technical aspects of the initiative. Assessing the impact of technology on people, management systems and other initiatives is essential to assure project success.
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Enterprise Energy Management Software - The Key to Effective Energy Utilization
Olin Thompson 8/9/2002 12:00:00 AM
Energy purchasing has become increasingly complex as a result of deregulation. The deregulated market provides more suppliers and more options for supply contracts. Managers who buy energy need to have more information about projected operational energy demand in order to get the best energy prices. They need a software system.
Read Enterprise Energy Management Software - The Key to Effective Energy Utilization
The Old ERP Dilemma: How Long Should You Pay Maintenance?
Olin Thompson 2/8/2002 12:00:00 AM
After a company has decided to keep an existing ERP system, the next decision is how long should they continue to pay the vendor for maintenance.
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