http://www.technologyevaluation.comTechnology Evaluation Centers - News Analysis and Research. Technology Evaluation Centers Inc. (TEC) is the impartial advocate for end users and purchasers of enterprise software solutions. It has aided IT professionals with software selection since 1993.Copyright 2012 Technologyevaluation.com. All rights reserved.ERP for services solutions are changing the way professional services companies do business by combining powerful project- and resource-management tools with essential back-office functionality. Learn all about these solutions in TEC's 2012 ERP for Services Buyer's Guide. Plus get detailed product comparisons, a comprehensive vendor directory, customer success stories, and thought leadership from industry experts.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/33309/tec-2012-erp-for-services-buyer-s-guide.html5/24/2012 3:43:00 PM This white paper will discuss traditional and contemporary practices, reflect on the changing dynamics of the customer/supplier relationship, and identifying priorities for evolving the role of procurement in IT outsourcing.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/33272/sourcing-for-agile.html5/17/2012 4:28:00 PM This paper highlights the environmental impact of printing and discusses how a managed print service can support an organization's sustainability goals, while also lowering costs and driving business efficiency.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/27005/sustainability-through-managed-print-services.html5/9/2012 7:01:00 AM The "model and execute" approach to app development means that IT efforts are focused on meeting business needs instead of infrastructure issues. IT can work directly with users on designing the data structure, customizing the interface, and defining process tasks, ultimately ensuring rapid implementation, alignment with business needs, lower maintenance costs, increased adoption, and scalability. Download this white paper to learn how.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26993/model-and-execute-a-faster-and-simpler-way-to-develop-fit%2dto%2dpurpose-process%2dcentric-business-applications.html5/7/2012 11:49:00 AM Companies today are challenged to maintain their data safe and secure from hackers and others with unauthorized access. In his article, TEC business intelligence (BI) analyst Jorge García looks the risks and issues that companies face with securing their data, the importance and advantages of data security, and outlines a path that companies can follow to achieve data security as part of an overall data governance initiative.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/the-path-to-healthy-data-governance-through-data-security-26944/4/24/2012 11:17:00 AM The wide variety of Android devices in the marketplace makes it extremely difficult to write apps that scale smoothly on many screen sizes. This white paper examines the tools provided by the Android software development kit (SDK), and presents a simple solution to allow a single layout to automatically scale to any screen size without distortion.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26941/automatically-scaling-android-apps-for-multiple-screens.html4/23/2012 9:55:00 AM Cloud services will be a leading driver of productivity for manufacturers over the next decade. Businesses focused on reducing costs and improving the quality of manufacturing solutions will increasingly turn to the cloud for SaaS solutions. Read this white paper by president and CEO of inKumo, Inc., and find out how this new era of technology will dramatically improve productivity and cost savings in the industry. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26901/manufacturing-in-the-cloud.html4/11/2012 4:12:00 PM This white paper analyzes several deployment methods of Cisco Extension Mobility within Enterprise Cisco telephony environments and how to streamline commissioning. It presents how automatic configuration of auto-registered phones and end user sync to Microsoft Active Directory can be used by the Uplinx Auto Provisioning system to provide an automated process with a clear workflow that minimizes operational costs, reduces configuration errors, accelerates service requests, and improves the end user service experience. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26879/deployment-of-cisco-extension-mobility-in-enterprises.html4/5/2012 4:39:00 AM As organizations get larger and expand into new markets and territories they may find it more difficult to meet their talent management needs. Outsourcing is one option, but is your organization ready to hand over its entire recruitment process to an RPO provider? TEC analyst Sherry Fox looks at some factors to consider when working with an RPO and what your company can do to reap the benefits of recruitment outsourcing. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/thinking-of-outsourcing-your-entire-recruitment-process-here-s-what-you-need-to-know-26857/3/28/2012 10:55:00 AM Businesses looking to gain an advantage over their competitors need much more than just better products—they need to be able to manage the complexity of their supply chain network and collaborate throughout the chain to promptly address major unexpected issues. In addition to an analysis of the state of the market, this buyer’s guide offers a special report on global trade management (GTM) as well as product comparisons. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26849/tec-2012-supply-chain-management-buyer-s-guide.html3/23/2012 4:39:00 PM While companies seemed willing enough to let the applications that surround and extend their enterprise resource planning (ERP) system reside in a software-as-a-service (SaaS) environment, they were less willing to place their systems of record in a cloud they did not specifically own or control. But that is changing. This white paper discusses the advantages of a SaaS environment for ERP and argues that the cost savings can be substantial.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26821/the-pros-and-cons-of-saas-erp.html3/19/2012 11:09:00 AM Sage 100 Standard ERP (formerly Sage ERP MAS 90), v. 4.5, is TEC Certified for online evaluation of mixed-mode manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26781/sage-100-standard-erp-v%2e-4%2e5-for-mixed%2dmode-manufacturing-erp-certification-report.html3/13/2012 11:23:00 AM The widespread adoption of smartphones and tablets, the growth of cloud computing, and the increased need for convenience printing means that organizations must provide employees with a secure and simple managed approach to mobile printing. Read this report and learn about the market drivers for mobile printing in the business environment and some of the best practices for building a mobile print strategy.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26748/the-mobile-print-enterprise.html3/1/2012 6:23:00 AM Major new SAP products are being released in the realms of supply chain management (SCM), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and product lifecycle management (PLM). TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic examines the solutions that SAP is offering for supply chain executives to expand beyond the traditional boundaries of SCM, PLM, and enterprise resource planning (ERP).http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/sap-scm-stepping-out-of-obscurity-26742/2/28/2012 3:51:00 PM Sage 100 Standard ERP (formerly Sage ERP MAS 90), v. 4.5, is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for services in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26734/sage-100-standard-erp-v%2e-4%2e5-for-erp-for-services-certification-report.html2/27/2012 3:12:00 PM Since its founding in 1999, Emptoris has evolved into a world leader in strategic supply, category spend, and enterprise contract management solutions, and was recently acquired by IBM. TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic takes a close-up look at the functionality—and at telecom expense management (TEM) in particular—that makes Emptoris solutions a success among Forbes Global 2000 companies.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/emptoris-powered-up-to-empower-global-2000-users-26538/1/10/2012 10:22:00 AM This white paper will give you ideas and procedures for monitoring your savings when you invest in outsourcing projects.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26514/how-to-monitor-your-savings-in-outsourcing.html12/26/2011 5:25:00 AM Organizations seeking the services of a value-added reseller (VAR), channel partner, implementer, vendor, or consultant require an evaluation of what this service provider has to offer. This report will assist organizations looking to determine the best-fit service provider for their implementation needs. Based on information provided to TEC by Ability, LLC, this report focuses on real-life implementation projects delivered by the service provider to three of its existing clients. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26495/accreditation-report-for-erp-in-the-manufacturing-industry-ability-llc.html12/15/2011 2:54:00 PM Outsourcing of developmental activities is not new. However, the outsourcing of research activities remains relatively unexplored. Recent trends indicate greater research and development (R&D) outsourcing, with customers open to handing over complete product lifecycle responsibilities to vendors. The chief reason for this change is that companies are realizing that the benefits of R&D outsourcing extend beyond cost arbitration. Rather, it facilitates the creation of global collaborative development skills of both the provider’s and buyer’s employees through exposure to new research tools, methodologies and best practices. Learn more now.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26438/providing-innovation-to-do-business-better.html12/2/2011 12:57:00 AM Sage 300 ERP (formerly Sage ERP Accpac) 6.0 is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for services in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26403/sage-300-erp-6%2e0-certification-report-erp-for-services.html11/24/2011 2:10:00 PM