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The Anatomy of Retail Sourcing Processes

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... the software tools to break style data down ... of cost, transportation, lead time, inventory, service variability ... capabilities for continuous learning and ongoing ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2007/08/research_notes/TU_SC_PJ_08_15_07_1.asp - 24k - 2007-08-15 Summary: The most successful retailers are those that continually focus on driving the very best performance from each of their suppliers, and that work collaboratively to improve performance in areas such as on-time delivery, product quality, and regulatory compliance.

MRO and Spare Parts Management Considerations

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... meet the distinct format and style specifications of ... drives operational efficiency, such as inventory control and ... a lengthy vendor or integrator learning curve ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2005/01/research_notes/TU_ER_PJ_01_11_05_1.asp - 20k - 2005-01-11 Summary: The need for better service parts management is finally gaining top-level management attention in many aerospace and defense (A&D) and like complex manufacturing companies, since excessive carrying costs and obsolescence losses are being recognized as an unexploited opportunity for savings and a better b

Zooming into the Clothing Retailer Conundrum

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... to savings by reducing inventory levels and ... Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Learning System, Module 3 ... chain-management/" target="_blank" style="color:#000000 ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2007/08/research_notes/TU_SC_PJ_08_20_07_1.asp - 29k - 2007-08-20 Summary: If retailers in the vertical market of fashion apparel do not constantly refresh their presentation and assortment for consumers, they run the risk of being overtaken by their competition, regardless of how competitively they source and deliver.

Challenging the Competition: Mega-mergers and Supply Chain ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... Stepping Out With Fashion and Style; Part One ... to force customers through a new learning curve with ... eliminating concepts of vendor managed inventory (VMI), cross ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Scm/2005/04/research_notes/TN_SC_PJ_04_19_05_1.asp - 31k - 2005-04-19 Summary: In theory, the Kmart-Sears merger could produce a new layer of competition to mega-retailers such as Wal-Mart. However, it needs more than just size to be competitive. It needs to coordinate its retail strategy with supply chain technology to make it triumph.

No One Said Sourcing Overseas Would Be Easy

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Learning System, Module 2 ... times, better manage their inventory movements, and ... management/" target="_blank" style="color:#000000 ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2007/08/research_notes/TU_SC_PJ_08_17_07_1.asp - 28k - 2007-08-17 Summary: The many challenges and risks that retailers face when sourcing globally could be mitigated with the right software tools. Yet the sad fact is that few information technology systems fully support the complexities and unique requirements of global trade.

Benefits Administration - Solution Providers

... Modules include Perfromace Management, 360 Feedback, Succession Planning, Learning Management and Compensation. Scaleable from 1000 to 1 000 000 users. ... http:/.../showcases/technology-Directory/cat/87306/Benefits-Administration.html - 88k - 2008-03-24

Middleware - Solution Providers

(TEC) Technology Evaluation Centers offers enterprise software purchasers impartial and up to date information on software vendors and product capabilities. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/showcases/technology-Directory/cat/87186/Middleware.html - 82k - 2008-03-24

Software as a Service for Customer Relationship Management and ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... The new application also uses style sheets provided by Salesforce.com, which makes ... It includes self-learning technology to improve accuracy with use over time. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/CRM/2006/03/research_notes/TU_CR_PJ_03_16_06_1.asp - 37k - 2006-03-16 Summary: Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground by offering services for inventory and collaborative planning.