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ROI for RFID: A Case Study Part One: Company Background (4 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jun 28, 2004
Abstract : Radio frequency identification (RFID) is the latest buzzword in the world of manufacturing and distribution technology. If you believe the press releases, it is a panacea and cure-all for what ails the industry. While RFID may not solve world hunger, you may not want to propose a solution without it. This research note looks at a recent and successful, implementation of RFID, examining the characteristics of the process and common obstacles and speed bumps to avoid.
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EAM Versus CMMS: What's Right for Your Company? Part One (3 Pages)
by Joe Strub and P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 15, 2004
Abstract : As companies continue to look for more areas from which to squeeze out revenues and reduce expenses, enterprise asset management (EAM) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) software continue to receive good press as the systems providing an answer--and with justification. But what software makes the most sense for your company and from which providers--EAM/CMMS best-of-breed incumbents or enterprise resource planning (ERP) 'newcomers?' Read on to understand the key differentiators.
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What’s All This Benchmark Stuff, Anyway? (6 Pages)
by R. Krause
Jun 10, 2002
Abstract : Vendors love to quote benchmarks in their product literature, press releases, and any place they think someone will use the numbers to make a buying decision. But what do the benchmarks mean, and which ones really matter?
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The Application Server War Escalates (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Jun 25, 2001
Abstract : At JavaOne in San Francisco, a battle ensued between BEA Systems CEO Bill Coleman, and Oracle CEO Larry Ellison. In a truly ugly display of how contentious the application server market has become, they argued over whose product was better, faster, cheaper. The keynote was so rife with charges and countercharges that they had to hold an after-keynote press conference to explain themselves.
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What’s All This Benchmark Stuff, Anyway? (6 Pages)
by R. Krause
Feb 12, 2001
Abstract : Vendors love to quote benchmarks in their product literature, press releases, and any place they think someone will use the numbers to make a buying decision. But what do the benchmarks mean, and which ones really matter?
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Will 2001 Be The Year Of Baan’s Miraculous Comeback?Definitely Maybe. (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 26, 2001
Abstract : December 2000 was the month of increased press release activity at Baan. In 2001, will the market witness a remarkable comeback of this once almost written off vendor?
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Commerce One And The Royal Group Establish Textile E-Marketplace (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Nov 22, 2000
Abstract : Though the press announcement failed to mention Adexa, Commerce Oneﾒs partner in supply chain optimization, it is clear that Adexa played an important role in The Royal Groupﾒs decision.
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How Detrimental Can a 2nd-In-Charge’s Departure Be? (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 10, 2000
Abstract : In an unusually terse press release from June 30, Oracle Corporation, one of the largest providers of software for e-business, announced that Ray Lane was leaving his post as Oracle's President and COO.
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It’s About Time “Legal” Got Involved (3 Pages)
by A. Turner
May 22, 2000
Abstract : On May 16th, a press release surfaced describing a new ASP (Application Service Provider) serving the legal industry. Trouble is, the new company’s website lacks fundamental information… Like who they are.
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