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Service Supply Chain Strategies to Increase Corporate Profitability (6 Pages)
by Morris Cohen
Jun 22, 2004
Abstract : This article describes the unique challenges of the service supply chain, provides a framework for understanding the service management decision hierarchy, and highlights the dramatic value proposition available to companies that deploy advanced service strategies and decision-support tools to address these challenges. Brief case studies from leading service organizations Cisco and KLA-Tencor show examples of successful deployments of service supply chain strategies.
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A Guide to ERP for Service Organizations (1 Page)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Jun 12, 2007
Abstract : Enterprise resource planning (ERP) is enabling service organizations to streamline service delivery, optimize operations, and improve customer satisfaction. In this podcast, TEC analyst Neil Stolovitsky sits down with Oracle's Ted Kempf for his take on the unique implementation requirements of ERP systems for professional service organizations, as well as the role technology plays in running a successful service business.
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Supply Chain Management Systems for Service and Replacement Parts: Players, Benefits, and User Recommendations (7 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic and Olin Thompson
Aug 2, 2005
Abstract : Improved service management boosts revenue from both service offerings and new product sales, while improved customer service and enhanced offerings increase customer retention, and draw new service business, providing an additional, low risk and likely repeated revenue stream over a long period of ownership.
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Software as a Service (SaaS) - SaaS Acronym Definition and Related White Papers ( Pages)
by TEC Staff
Jun 13, 2009
Abstract : Software as a Service (SaaS) is a model of software deployment whereby a provider licenses an application to customers for use as a service on demand. SaaS software vendors may host the application on their own web servers or download the application to the consumer device, disabling it after use or after the on-demand contract expires. The on-demand function may be handled internally to share licenses within a firm or by a third-party application service provider (ASP) sharing licenses between firms (source: Wikipedia).
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Enterprise Resource Planning for Services: Has Software as a Service Become Service-oriented Architecture for Small to Medium Businesses? (3 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
May 21, 2007
Abstract : In the past, enterprise resource planning (ERP) initiatives were far too costly for smaller organizations to consider. However, a trend has recently emerged where software vendors are now offering software-as-a-service business models for ERP implementation to even the smallest organizations.
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Enterprise Resource Planning for Services: Has Software as a Service Become Service-oriented Architecture for Small to Medium Businesses? (4 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Feb 14, 2007
Abstract : In the past, enterprise resource planning (ERP) initiatives were far too costly for smaller organizations to consider. However, a trend has recently emerged where software vendors are now offering software-as-a-service business models for ERP implementation to even the smallest organizations.
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Enterprises May Be Overlooking Profits from After-sales Service (3 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Aug 15, 2006
Abstract : If service parts and service personnel management are well managed, manufacturers can significantly improve their profits from service operations. This will lead in turn to significant overall profit margins.
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SouthWare Excellence Series: Making Excellence Easier Part Four: Application Analysis & Development Environment (5 Pages)
by Charles Chewning Jr.
Jan 7, 2005
Abstract : This is a complete service management system that is comprised of four specific applications to help companies manage service contracts, track service histories and required preventive maintenance for each piece of equipment under service contract, daily planning and dispatch, and service invoicing.
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The Evolution of Enterprise Resource Planning Includes Service Industries (2 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Apr 9, 2007
Abstract : Enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendors have extended their functionality to service vertical markets in the service industry. As a result, ERP for services has emerged as a viable software category competing with the best-of-breed vendors serving professional services sector industries.
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