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.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 The pharmaceutical industry faces strict regulatory requirements in the approval of drugs for treatment of diseases. Software can help pharma successfully manage compliance and risk and quickly bring effective and safe drugs to market. Read this article by TEC product manager Rahim Kaba on the types of software and functional priorities that pharma users seek to streamline their operations and manage regulatory compliance.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/a-portrait-of-the-enterprise-software-user-in-the-pharmaceutical-industry-26530/1/4/2012 4:44:00 PM 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 Business Technical Consulting (BizTech) and its clients, 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/26429/erp-for-discrete-manufacturing-accreditation-report-business-technical-consulting-biztech.html11/29/2011 2:37:00 PM To meet rigorous traceability requirements, pharmaceutical manufacturers must arm themselves with the right tools, processes, and insight to uncover and report every element along the supply chain—from origin, all the way to the shelf. And, the cost of all this insight can’t be a barrier to enterprise financial success. If you’re ready to take traceability to the next level, there are a few things you’ll need to know.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26420/4-essential-things-to-know-about-pharmaceutical-traceability.html11/28/2011 5:58:00 PM The IQMS product EnterpriseIQ is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for discrete manufacturing in the Enterprise Resource Planning 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/26392/iqms-enterpriseiq-erp-for-discrete-manufacturing-certification-report.html11/23/2011 11:17:00 AM If you’re a process manufacturer taking a close look at the option of acquiring an enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, you may be finding that you’re faced with a bewildering array of options, technologies, and applications. What should you look for, and which business issues do you need to address to position your acquisition—and implementation—for maximum success? Download this report to find out.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26349/pragmatist-s-guide-building-a-business-case-for-a-formula%2dbased-erp.html11/9/2011 11:14:00 AM The IBS product Enterprise7 is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for distribution 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/26333/ibs-enterprise7-for-enterprise-resource-planning-for-distribution-certification-report.html11/7/2011 10:43:00 AM Traditionally, robots have not played a prominent role in the implementation of lean strategies. However, due to their repeatability, speed, accuracy, and flexibility, the role of robots in lean implementations is constantly increasing. Automation equipment, which includes robots, is rapidly becoming a core component to lean manufacturing and the reduction of manufacturing costs. Download this white paper to learn more about the 10 ways large and small manufacturers are benefiting from robotic automation in lean manufacturing environments.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/26244/ten-ways-robots-enhance-lean-manufacturing-environments.html10/4/2011 2:15:00 AM Accept360 by Accept Corporation is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of product development and portfolio management solutions in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) 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/22696/accept-corporation-accept360-v7%2e0-product-development-and-portfolio-management-product-certification-report.html7/20/2011 4:37:00 PM Economic volatility over the past several years has been illustrated by the highly unstable raw material, fuel, and commodity prices, and has been the cause of a majority of supply chain disruptions over the past year. This white paper highlights the challenges and solutions in complex industry supply chains, and best practices in multi-enterprise visibility and supply chain intelligence.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/22237/boosting-process-industrys-supply-chain-performance-a-case-for-visibility-and-control.html3/25/2011 11:09:00 AM The Deacom product Deacom Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning Software System (v.10.4) is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for process manufacturing in the ERP Evaluation Center. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/21965/deacom-integrated-accounting-and-enterprise-resource-planning-software-system-v104-for-process-erp-certification-report.html1/20/2011 11:45:00 AM Oracle E-Business Suite (12.1) is now TEC Certified for online comparison of process manufacturing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems in TEC's Evaluation Centers. 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/20898/oracle-ebusiness-suite-121-for-process-erp-systems-certification-report.html5/13/2010 1:20:00 PM This guide to supply chain management (SCM) functions/features will help you determine which SCM features are a high priority for your organization. Learn about SCM functions and features for WMS, TMS, international trade logistics (ITL), supplier relationship management (SRM), demand management, supply chain analytics, order management, service parts planning, and more. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/reference-guide-to-supply-chain-management-scm-features-and-functions-20849/5/4/2010 1:24:00 PM Oracle's ERP for mixed-mode manufacturing system, E-Business Suite (12.1), is now TEC Certified. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations who rely on the integrity of TEC’s research services for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this 28-page TEC report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/20606/oracle-ebusiness-suite-121-for-mixedmode-erp-certification-report.html3/4/2010 1:01:00 PM Condition monitoring is a critical component of predictive maintenance. In this special report for the chemical processing industry, you’ll learn six steps to implementing a condition-based maintenance program; condition-monitoring techniques that can increase equipment uptime; how to protect your condition-monitoring program during the recession; and how to supplement your condition monitoring program to reduce downtime.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/20169/special-report-condition-monitoring.html12/18/2009 1:23:00 PM Combining process industry–oriented product lifecycle management capabilities with process manufacturing–oriented enterprise resource planning ones can help alleviate many of the challenges particular to the process manufacturers, especially in the areas of product development and regulatory compliance.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/preparing-for-product-development-in-process-manufacturing-20493/3/16/2009 12:00:00 AM I'm Larry Blitz, editor of Technology Evaluation Centers’ (TEC) Vendor Showdown series. Welcome to our latest: ERP - Distribution Showdown. You’ll notice this one has a broader focus than Showdowns we’ve done in the past. Again we’ll be comparing three vendor solutions head-to-head, but not just on functionality. This time we’ll also look at the industries these solutions support, how well they cover different portions of the mid-market segment, and how their installed bases break out geographically. Of course, functionality is again a key component of this Showdown, broken down into four main distribution areas and 13 subareas. We hope you find today’s Showdown helpful and informative, and invite your comments and questions at showdown@technologyevaluation.com.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/welcome-to-erp-distribution-showdownepicor-enterprise-vs-jda-supply-chain-planning-optimization-suite-vs-pronto-xi-19312/5/23/2008 12:00:00 AM Today’s Showdown is based on an industry-specific case study. Five enterprise resource planning vendors were selected for the evaluation. All the results were based on the latest request for information (RFI) supplied to us by the vendors, and all priorities were assigned by the client.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/chemical-industry-erp-showdowninfor-vs-jd-edwards-vs-lawson-vs-sap-vs-ssi-19265/3/10/2008 12:00:00 AM Compliance with US FDA regulations is a market requirement. Thus, among the nearly 1,500 installations of mySAP ERP software among pharmaceutical, medical diagnostics and devices, and biotechnology companies worldwide, it is vital to be aware of the functions and features of mySAP ERP that demonstrate technical compliance with US FDA 21 CFR Part 11 Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures; Final Rule.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/5917/complying-with-us-fda-title-21-cfr-part-11-for-the-life-sciences-industry.html11/23/2006 4:11:00 PM Customers and the marketplace may have forgotten who Marcam is and what it stands for. The new owner must, for that reason, communicate its successes and strategy to the marketplace, and aggressively invest in customer satisfaction, marketing, and sales.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/the-name-and-ownership-change-roulette-wheel-for-marcam-stops-at-ssa-globalpart-six-competition-vendor-and-user-recommendations-17565/10/20/2004 12:00:00 AM