Architecture Evolution: From Mainframes to Service-oriented ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... If most of the work is done at the client PC, it is called a fat client application, a user's computer that contains its own applications that are run in the ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ERP/2006/09/research_notes/TU_ER_PJ_09_18_06_1.asp - 18k - 2006-09-18 Summary: Product architecture is going to do much more than simply provide the technical functionality, the user interface, and the platform support. It is going to determine whether a product is going to be able to accommodate increasingly evolving user requirements.

Essential ERP Its Underpinning Technology

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... at the server. If most of the work is done at the client PC, it is called a 'fat client' application. Conversely, a 'thin client ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/BusinessApplications/2005/09/research_notes/TU_BA_PJ_09_05_05_1.asp - 20k - 2005-09-05 Summary: In its simplest sense, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems create interactive environments designed to help companies manage and analyze the business processes associated with manufacturing goods, such as inventory control, order taking, accounting, and much more.

Besieged By The CRM Throne Aspirants, King Siebel Delivers 'The ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... Given the depth of functionality in Siebel's long maintained traditional fat client/server environment, this was an immense effort and a strong step forward. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2001/12/news_analysis/NA_ER_PJ_12_28_01_1.asp - 20k - 2001-12-28 Summary: Will the long awaited Siebel 7 product release help the until recently undisputed CRM leader withstand the pressure from ERP giants SAP, Oracle and PeopleSoft?

Microsoft Axapta: Design Factors Shape System Usage Part One: User ...

by Dr. Scott Hamilton ... only requires one client software installation, and can be configured to operate as a thin client (via an AOS connection) or a fat client directly connected to ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2005/02/research_notes/MI_ER_XSH_02_10_05_1.asp - 17k - 2005-02-10 Summary: If you are implementing or considering Microsoft Axapta as your ERP system, or providing Axapta-related services, this note provides an overall understanding of how the system fits together to run a business.

Cincom Asserts Expertise In CRM For Complex Manufacturers Part 2 ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... a building-block approach to application development, and XML-based interconnectivity, its vast majority of customers still run on a fat client two-tier client ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Crm/2002/11/news_analysis/NA_CR_PJ_11_27_02_1.asp - 13k - 2002-11-27 Summary: While Cincom's solutions, services, experience and results should resonate well with in the complex manufacturing segment, it competes against a slew of companies with stronger brand names (not impeded by Cincom s conservative tacit nature) and/or financial resources.

Cincom Sticks to CONTROL of ETO and MRO Part 3: Challenges and ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... a building-block approach to application development, and XML-based interconnectivity, its vast majority of customers still run on a fat client two-tier client ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ERP/2002/05/research_notes/EN_ER_PJ_05_27_02_1.asp - 11k - 2002-05-27 Summary: Cincom Manufacturing Business Solutions will have to address inevitable challenges in order to continue to thrive in a ruthless competitive environment with a limited opportunity and functionality that cannot easily be leveraged in many other diverse sectors. Many larger vendors with more resource

Lilly Software - Product Enhancements Remain Its Order 'Du Jour' ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... a building-block approach to application development, and XML-based interconnectivity, its vast majority of customers still run on a fat client two-tier client ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2003/02/research_notes/EN_ER_PJ_02_21_03_1.asp - 18k - 2003-02-21 Summary: LSA s need to re-deploy the product on a new technology and to deliver the needed functionality for its new desired markets, will demand a continued hefty R&D investment, which may put a significant strain on the company s resources in the long run, particularly if the top line remains flat or possib

Essential ERP – Its Underpinning Technology

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... at the server. If the most of the work is done at the client PC, it is called a 'fat client' application. Conversely, a 'thin client ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/BusinessApplications/2000/03/research_notes/TU_BA_PJ_03_00_2.asp - 20k - 2000-03-31 Summary: ERP applications are designed to optimize an organization’s underlying business processes. Vendors are enhancing their offerings with extended supply chain applications in an effort to create seamless, integrated information flow from suppliers through manufacturing and distribution. This document depi

Essential ERP - Its Underpinning Technology

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... at the server. If the most of the work is done at the client PC, it is called a 'fat client' application. Conversely, a 'thin client ... http:/.../ResearchHighlights/BusinessApplications/2000/12/research_notes/TU_BA_PJ_12_29_00_1.asp - 23k - 2000-12-29 Summary: ERP applications are designed to optimize an organization's underlying business processes—primarily accounting/financial, manufacturing, distribution, and human resources/payroll. Today's ERP solutions must offer even more. Many vendors have begun to enhance their offerings with extended supply chain a

Lilly Software Visualizes Its eBusiness Offering, NOW. Part 2 ...

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... a building-block approach to application development, and XML-based interconnectivity, its vast majority of customers still run on a fat client two-tier client ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Erp/2001/11/research_notes/EN_ER_PJ_11_16_01_1.asp - 16k - 2001-11-16 Summary: Lilly believes that, with the opportunity to implement the application either through an integrated module within the VISUAL product suite or via Lilly's new ASP option, manufacturers and distributors can easily get started with their e-business initiatives.