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 2013 Technologyevaluation.com. All rights reserved.The UNIT4 product Agresso is now 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/34586/unit4-agresso-erp-for-services-certification-report.html3/14/2013 3:53:00 PM Deacom ERP Software System (version 14.4) is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for process manufacturing 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/34297/deacom-erp-software-system-version-14%2e4-for-process-erp-certification-report.html1/4/2013 1:21:00 PM K8 is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for distribution 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/34209/k8-for-erp-for-distribution-product-certification-report.html12/7/2012 3:30:00 PM SYSPRO ERP (version 6.1 SP1) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for manufacturing (SMB) 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/34089/syspro-erp-version-6%2e1-sp1-for-erp-for-manufacturing-smb-certification-report.html11/5/2012 11:56:00 AM SYSPRO ERP (version 6.1 SP1) 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/34088/syspro-erp-version-6%2e1-sp1-for-mixed%2dmode-manufacturing-erp-certification-report.html11/5/2012 11:26:00 AM SYSPRO ERP (version 6.1 SP1) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of process 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/34087/syspro-erp-version-6%2e1-sp1-for-process-manufacturing-erp-certification-report.html11/5/2012 11:03:00 AM SYSPRO ERP (version 6.1 SP1) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of discrete 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/34086/syspro-erp-version-6%2e1-sp1-for-discrete-manufacturing-erp-certification-report.html11/5/2012 10:38:00 AM JustFoodERP (v.12.01) is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for mixed-mode manufacturing 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/33798/justfooderp-mixed%2dmode-manufacturing-erp-certification-report.html8/28/2012 2:06:00 PM For years, Saba Software has been helping companies transform enterprise-wide learning and how people do their work. In this article, principal TEC analyst P.J. Jakovljevic shows you how Saba’s people-centric systems enable organizations to mobilize, inspire, and engage their people to develop new strategies and initiatives, and cultivate individual and collective know-how to effectively compete and succeed in the marketplace.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/saba-software-figuring-out-social-talent-management-33693/8/7/2012 1:53:00 PM TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic reviews the history and success of JD Edwards product lines as part of Oracle’s applications portfolio. Oracle has allowed the JD Edwards division to retain those traits that make it different (e.g., its modesty and no-nonsense treatment of its customers), and it remains a strong independent voice within the Oracle Applications community. Read this article for more.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/jd-edwards-erp-products-thriving-under-oracle-33534/6/29/2012 4:50:00 PM A key challenge in software implementation is getting the end users up to speed with a new system. Training just doesn’t seem to work—or is not fast enough. But what if you could learn how to use a new software in 25% less time, using a method has been around for more than half a century? Find out why the Training Within Industry (TWI) approach works, and how you can use it today to swiftly train your people to use new software. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/25-less-learning-time-find-the-right-approach-to-training-33429/6/7/2012 11:53:00 AM 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 FinancialForce.com, the offspring of an established best-of-breed provider of accounting and project-based applications and a cloud computing pioneer, aims to help companies align finance, sales, and service for profitable growth through its accounting, billing, and professional services automation (PSA) applications. Tom Brennan, FinancialForce.com’s vice president of product marketing, discusses the company’s successes.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/assessing-financialforce%2ecom-s-early-years-33287/5/18/2012 4:20:00 PM Many organizations realize that developing and managing talented employees is integral to the success of their business. But how do you know whether your company is ready for talent management? And if so, how do you go about actually managing your talent? In this article, TEC human capital management (HCM) analyst Sherry Fox answers these questions and outlines an approach to an effective talent management initiative.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/when-is-talent-management-really-right-for-your-business-27018/5/11/2012 10:03:00 AM So you’ve determined that you need to develop a succession planning strategy in anticipation of the retirement of key personnel. Now what? How do you identify and select the employees for development and who do you need to involve in the process? In her latest article, TEC human capital management (HCM) analyst Sherry Fox outlines key considerations and four essential steps to a successful succession planning initiative. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/4-steps-to-successful-succession-development-planning-26977/5/2/2012 1:17:00 PM Ability 585 is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for manufacturing (SMB) 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/26976/ability-585-for-erp-for-manufacturing-smb-certification-report.html5/1/2012 2:03:00 PM You may be wondering how the open-source ERP vendor xTuple operating with a workforce of only 27 can compete on the same stage with the software giants. Find out how as TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic looks at xTuple’s current ERP offerings and commercial editions, and speaks with xTuple CEO Ned Lilly on the vendor’s social capabilities, product development focus, market and competitive landscape, and future outlook.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/what-s-up-with-xtuple-and-open-source-erp-26964/4/30/2012 10:56:00 AM Succession planning is not a new concept—so why are so many companies not actively planning for the replacement of key positions, and risk losing valuable expert knowledge and skills with the imminent retirement of their leaders? Part of the problem may lie in not being well versed in the topic. TEC human resources (HR) analyst Sherry Fox addresses some FAQ so you can see the value of succession planning for your organization.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/why-your-organization-needs-succession-planning-26949/4/25/2012 11:58:00 AM Moving away from the relentless acquisitions of the past, Infor is waking up to a brand new day, marked by innovative product development that will change the way work is done. TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic looks at how the vendor has become a formidable opponent to SAP and Oracle, and examines all the components of Infor10, a new generation of enterprise software that allows the seamless execution of business processes.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/waking-up-to-a-new-day-at-infor-26919/4/16/2012 2:58:00 PM The HireIQ product HireIQ Hiring Optimization Suite is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of recruitment and staffing solutions in TEC's Human Capital Management 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/26860/hireiq-hiring-optimization-suite-recruitment-and-staffing-certification-report.html3/30/2012 9:05:00 AM