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Boeing Expands Baan Licensing Deal (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Dec 22, 1999 Abstract : On December 16, Netherlands-based Baan Co. said the Boeing Co. has signed an enterprise-wide licensing deal that could expand its use of Baan's business applications.
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The Technology Choices (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 27, 2005 Abstract : In the battle between Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) and the UK-based the Sage Group for the small-to-medium enterprise (SME) market segment, technology choices will be a major factor.
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The Market Impact of Two Powerhouses (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 25, 2005 Abstract : This is an analysis of the equivalent moves of two superpowers to secure the lower-end of the market, also known as the small-to-medium enterprise (SME) market segment. One is Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS), the other is UK-based the Sage Group.
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Can Auditing and Project Management Co-Exist in an ERP Environment? (7 Pages)
by Joseph Strub
Sep 2, 2003 Abstract : It is hard to recall the last time an ERP implementation team included an auditor as an active member. This article explores key points in a project's lifecycle where the audit function should be involved and the deliverables to be expected.
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ERP and WMS Co-Existence: When System Worlds Collide (6 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jun 17, 2003 Abstract : You are currently using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. You want to improve your warehouse management and operations and are considering a warehouse management system (WMS) solution. However, there is significant overlap between ERP software and a WMS regarding inventory-related functionality. Read on to learn about some of the considerations and decisions that need to be made to ensure that the maximum benefits are obtained from each software solution.
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Compaq to Offer Co-Branded iPAQ BlackBerry Wireless E-mail Solution (3 Pages)
by P. Hayes
Aug 30, 2000 Abstract : Expect Compaq to vigorously market the iPAQ Blackberry device line along with its messaging based hardware. This new strategic relationship will bode well for price conscious consumers due to increased production and therefore reduced costs, to meet the existing (and growing) demand for wireless messaging.
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Geac Computer Corporation: Mastering Growth by Acquisitions (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 1, 2000 Abstract : Geac has acquired in excess of 40 companies around the world. Geac's purchase of UK-based ERP software maker JBA International in 1999 has nearly doubled the company's size.
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Baan Posts $236 Million Loss and Sells Off Coda for Nearly $40M Less Than It Paid (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Feb 25, 2000 Abstract : On February 3, Baan Co. posted a fourth-quarter loss of $236 million, and on February 8, Baan sold its Coda financial applications unit to UK firm Science Systems for the bargain basement price of $50 million in cash.
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Geac Metamorphosises JBA Into Gear, but Cuts 20% of Staff (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 17, 1999 Abstract : On November 12, Geac Computer unveiled its plan to turn its UK-based JBA Holdings acquisition into a new division, dubbed Gear, that will focus on the midrange enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications market.
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