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Information Technology (IT) - IT Acronym Definition and Related White Papers ( Pages)
by TEC Staff
Jun 13, 2009 Abstract : Information technology (IT) is the study, design, development, implementation, support or management of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and computer hardware (source: Information Technology Association of America [ITAA]).
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Manual versus Information Technology Enabled Lean Manufacturing (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Feb 16, 2006 Abstract : All good lean systems have both physical systems in the plant and near real time information technology backbones that centralize data. The primary advantage of enterprise systems is that they can handle considerably more information than can be accommodated manually.
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Attaining Real Time, On-demand Information Data: Contemporary Business Intelligence Tools (5 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 29, 2005 Abstract : Demand for instant access to dispersed information is being met by vendors offering enterprise business intelligence tools and suites. Portlet standardization, enterprise information integration, and corporate performance management are among the proposed solutions, but do they really deliver real time information?
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$40 Billion Is Being Wasted by Companies without Product Information Management Strategies—How Is Yours Coming Along? (3 Pages)
by Bob Gallagher
May 23, 2005 Abstract : Information errors are costing retailers and manufacturers a lot of money. Studies show that billions of dollars are wasted because of invoice errors caused by bad data. Most agree that eliminating product information errors will save money, but many of those same believers are not rushing to solve the problem. Why?
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The Role of PIM and PLM in the Product Information Supply Chain: Where is Your Link? (3 Pages)
by Jim Brown and Bob Gallagher
Mar 28, 2005 Abstract : Diverse groups have been discussing PIM from the perspective of data synchronization and syndication, product lifecycle management (PLM), and enterprise publishing. Each of these product categories includes the management of product information, but each uses product information for a different operational role.
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The Role of PIM and PLM in the Product Information Supply Chain: Where is Your Link? (3 Pages)
by Jim Brown and Bob Gallagher
Nov 1, 2004 Abstract : Diverse groups have been discussing PIM from the perspective of data synchronization and syndication, product lifecycle management (PLM), and enterprise publishing. Each of these product categories includes the management of product information, but each uses product information for a different operational role.
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Business Strategy, Business Processes, and Business Systems (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Jul 31, 2004 Abstract : Business strategy, a road map telling us how the business plans to be successful, does not guarantee success. Strategy execution requires business processes that do what the strategy calls for--and do it well. In today's automated world, these business processes rely on business systems. Therefore, a direct link exists between the success of business strategy and business systems. Poor systems are a frequent reason for the failure of a business strategy.
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$40 Billion Is Being Wasted by Companies without Product Information Management Strategies--How Is Yours Coming Along? (3 Pages)
by Bob Gallagher
Jul 14, 2004 Abstract : Information errors are costing retailers and manufacturers a lot of money. Studies show that billions of dollars are wasted because of invoice errors caused by bad data. Most agree that eliminating product information errors will save money, but many of those same believers are not rushing to solve the problem. Why?
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Business Strategy, Business Processes, and Business Systems (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Dec 10, 2003 Abstract : Business strategy, a road map telling us how the business plans to be successful, does not guarantee success. Strategy execution requires business processes that do what the strategy calls for-and do it well. In today's automated world, these business processes rely on business systems. Therefore, a direct link exists between the success of business strategy and business systems. Poor systems are a frequent reason for the failure of a business strategy.
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