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Abstract:
MBS is both a threat and an opportunity for the most nimble vendors, and mid-market CRM vendors might have acquired another
lease of life extension in the medium term to redefine their value proposition, especially given that some have recently secured
new funds and/or found solace in a partnership with (...)
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MBS is both a threat and an opportunity for the most nimble vendors, and mid-market CRM vendors might have acquired another
lease of life extensio...
Published:
2002-11-05
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Abstract:
Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent launch of the OracleSalesOnline.com system, which allows businesses to use Oracle's SFA software for
free. However, any additional CRM components users might ne (...)
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Oracle will not rest until it comes close (or even overtakes) Siebel in the CRM market. Its latest gimmick from its bag of
tricks was the recent l...
Published:
2000-10-06
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Abstract:
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. (...)
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If you are implementing or considering Microsoft Axapta as your ERP system, or providing Axapta-related services, this note
provides an overall un...
Published:
2005-02-10
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Abstract:
Agresso's information warehouse, business process, and reporting and analytics information delivery models are inextricably
linked in a virtual cycle. A change in any of these core competencies automatically informs a change in the others without
instilling business disruption. (...)
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Agresso's information warehouse, business process, and reporting and analytics information delivery models are inextricably
linked in a virtual cy...
Published:
2006-10-17
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Abstract:
No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks can bring to a company's customer relationship management platform are powerful tools that can ultimately
improve its products. (...)
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No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks ca...
Published:
2007-05-28
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Abstract:
Existing smaller customers of both acquired vendors should closely monitor any changes to determine whether they will continue
to receive acceptable support and service from their providers within these new arrangements. (...)
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Existing smaller customers of both acquired vendors should closely monitor any changes to determine whether they will continue
to receive acceptab...
Published:
2004-02-18
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Abstract:
The ultimate success of Microsoft CRM will be judged by its follow-up releases. While Applix’ decision to abandon the CRM
space and suddenly re-focus on BPM may be regarded as a not quite deliberate move, but rather as a sudden act of taking another
plunge. Is the Applix move a harbinger of the future (...)
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The ultimate success of Microsoft CRM will be judged by its follow-up releases. While Applix’ decision to abandon the CRM
space and suddenly re-fo...
Published:
2003-03-11
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Abstract:
As rumored since last fall, Compaq Computer Corp. has announced its acquisition of Inacom Corp.'s distribution business for
approximately $370 million in cash. The deal will let Compaq re-engineer its supply chain, while cutting off indirect rivals
Hewlett-Packard and IBM from a major distributor. (...)
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As rumored since last fall, Compaq Computer Corp. has announced its acquisition of Inacom Corp.'s distribution business
for approximately $370 mil...
Published:
2000-01-21
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Abstract:
ERP systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn the whys,
wheres and whos of the business process (workflows) rather than hows of the software screens. (...)
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ERP systems, in fact, are devised to operate by codifying a set of business processes and employees have to learn the whys,
wheres and whos of the...
Published:
2001-08-29
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Abstract:
The most recent merger looks initially like a positive move for both companies and their customers, since Agilisys further
enlarges a foothold in the discrete automotive manufacturing (which it has recently started with BRAIN) and solid SCE product
modules that it might embed into its own SCM suite and p (...)
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The most recent merger looks initially like a positive move for both companies and their customers, since Agilisys further
enlarges a foothold in ...
Published:
2003-07-17
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Abstract:
Integration of the appointment scheduling system with other systems is necessary for maximum benefit. (...)
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Integration of the appointment scheduling system with other systems is necessary for maximum benefit.
Published:
2002-06-28
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Abstract:
The most crucial element of integration lies in the approach you take to achieve it. By far the most forward thinking approach
is to "technology enable" existing systems, externalizing components by supplementing application logic with externally defined
business rules, workflow technologies and event ma (...)
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The most crucial element of integration lies in the approach you take to achieve it. By far the most forward thinking approach
is to "technology e...
Published:
2004-04-17
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Abstract:
Politicians are reputedly experts at reinterpreting past statements in the face of current realities. A minor flap about
one of them reveals a new way that the Web may impact politics (and business). (...)
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Politicians are reputedly experts at reinterpreting past statements in the face of current realities. A minor flap about one
of them reveals a ne...
Published:
2000-08-22
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Abstract:
In both retail and consumer goods sectors, the gap between winners and losers widens every day. What is it about the winners
that make them more and more successful, extending their lead every quarter? (...)
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In both retail and consumer goods sectors, the gap between winners and losers widens every day. What is it about the winners
that make them more a...
Published:
2005-03-18
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Abstract:
The most recent merger looks initially like a positive move for both companies and their customers, since Agilisys further
enlarges a foothold in the discrete automotive manufacturing (which it has recently started with BRAIN) and solid SCE product
modules that it might embed into its own SCM suite and p (...)
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anyone using made2manage:
The most recent merger looks initially like a positive move for both companies and their customers, since Agilisys further
enlarges a foothold in ...
Published:
2003-07-17
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... Is there anyone out there wanting to venture a ... Visual), Consona
ERP (Intuitive and Made2Manage), E2 Shop ... core RRM product is written using
the aforementioned ...
Published:
2011-12-27
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Abstract:
Material requirements planning is a system that strives to plan replenishment just before a withdrawal from stock, which
does not work in some manufacturing environments. (...)
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Material requirements planning is a system that strives to plan replenishment just before a withdrawal from stock, which does
not work in some man...
Published:
2005-08-08
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Abstract:
TradeStone will introduce several planning capabilities that bind existing sourcing and order execution functionality, and
featuring significant enhancements to the Finance and Logistics modules, with the idea of fostering rapid adoption and deployment
across expanding supply chains. (...)
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TradeStone will introduce several planning capabilities that bind existing sourcing and order execution functionality, and
featuring significant e...
Published:
2006-08-03
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Abstract:
As componentization and Web services mature, packaged software will be less rigid and easier to adjust to unique practices--
thereby gaining some of the benefit of the custom approach. Although an enterprise can generate many benefits from standardization,
it may also create other issues that may often r (...)
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As componentization and Web services mature, packaged software will be less rigid and easier to adjust to unique practices--
thereby gaining some ...
Published:
2004-05-22
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Abstract:
Although end-user companies should continue to track the financial health of their vendors to possibly discern if the vendor
will be a collector or one of the collected, the latest torrid 'love triangle' affair involving Oracle, PeopleSoft and J.D.
Edwards may prove that even a seemingly stable vendor ca (...)
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Although end-user companies should continue to track the financial health of their vendors to possibly discern if the vendor
will be a collector o...
Published:
2003-06-18