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Abstract:
By adding nonprofit and public sector accounting capabilities to the forthcoming MBS Great Plains 8.0 release via acquiring
a former independent software vendor (ISV) partner Encore Business Solutions, Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) may find
a way to counteract its archrival Best Software's superiori (...)
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... engage even directly at the platform level if they choose not to ...
customer relationship management (CRM) solutions: MBS Axapta, MBS Great Plains, MBS Navision
...
Published:
2004-07-08
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Abstract:
Great Plains announced that its eEnterprise solution scales considerably better on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 in comparison
to Microsoft's SQL Server 7.0. (...)
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Great Plains announced that its eEnterprise solution scales considerably better on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 in comparison
to Microsoft's SQL Serv...
Published:
2000-10-31
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Abstract:
On September 18, 2000, Great Plains (Nasdaq: GPSI), announced the expansion of its Application Service Provider (ASP) initiative.
Great Plains has evolved its ASP partner program to better meet the diverse needs of its ASP partners and their customers (...)
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On September 18, 2000, Great Plains (Nasdaq: GPSI), announced the expansion of its Application Service Provider (ASP) initiative.
Great Plains has...
Published:
2000-10-04
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When selecting a CRM vendor should you go with a one-source solution, reducing the need for integration with other corporate
data sources, or go with a best-of-breed approach, getting the best in each category but being left with standalone applications
that must be integrated? This article compares the (...)
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When selecting a CRM vendor should you go with a one-source solution, reducing the need for integration with other corporate
data sources, or go w...
Published:
2001-09-05
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Abstract:
The Microsoft .NET versus J2EE platform argument often takes on the vehemence of a religious debate. Choosing one may amount
to "betting the farm", whereas choosing neither or both typically forces unwieldy workarounds or excruciating duplicate development
efforts. (...)
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The Microsoft .NET versus J2EE platform argument often takes on the vehemence of a religious debate. Choosing one may amount
to "betting the farm"...
Published:
2004-12-08
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J.D. Edwards announced a new corporate vision that extends its ‘idea-to-action’ to inter-enterprise collaboration expressed
in the phrase ‘freedom to choose’. In other words, take the best of ERP, CRM, eBusiness, and business intelligence components,
plumb it with possibly the best of EAI and th (...)
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JD Edwards announced a new corporate vision that extends its ‘idea-to-action’ to inter-enterprise collaboration expressed
in the phrase ‘freedom...
Published:
2000-07-27
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Abstract:
J.D. Edwards announced a new corporate vision that extends its ‘idea-to-action’ to inter-enterprise collaboration expressed
in the phrase ‘freedom to choose’. In other words, take the best of ERP, CRM, eBusiness, and business intelligence components,
plumb it with possibly the best of EAI and th (...)
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choose great plains:
JD Edwards announced a new corporate vision that extends its ‘idea-to-action’ to inter-enterprise collaboration expressed
in the phrase ‘freedom...
Published:
2000-07-27
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Abstract:
How to Choose a Hosted CRM Application for SMBs. Templates and Other Software to Use In Your Dynamic System Related to How
to Choose a Hosted CRM Application for SMBs. While virtually all hosted customer relationship management (CRM) applications
support sales force automation, marketing campaign manageme (...)
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How to Choose a Hosted CRM Application for SMBs. Templates and Other Software to Use In Your Dynamic System Related to How
to Choose a Hosted CRM A...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
While most of its applications co-opetitors have been licking their wounds and bracing for a long summer drought, fat cash
cushioned Microsoft has been putting together the pieces of its CRM (and likely the overall enterprise applications) strategy
mosaic (...)
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While most of its applications co-opetitors have been licking their wounds and bracing for a long summer drought, fat cash
cushioned Microsoft has...
Published:
2002-08-15
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Abstract:
Stampede 2002 has radiated moderate optimism within VARs and other attendees, in a sharp contrast with many other user or
industry conferences where we have felt a generally somber, anxious, or at least subdued mood. Small wonder for this isolated
ebullience, given that, despite the current soft market, (...)
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Stampede 2002 has radiated moderate optimism within VARs and other attendees, in a sharp contrast with many other user or
industry conferences whe...
Published:
2002-11-04
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Abstract:
While Microsoft might be honest today with its claims of staying away from the true enterprise-level CRM applications space,
no one can be sure that its appetite will remain in check for very long. (...)
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While Microsoft might be honest today with its claims of staying away from the true enterprise-level CRM applications space,
no one can be sure th...
Published:
2002-03-08
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Abstract:
So why would users switch from AOL’s Instant Messaging client to Microsoft’s? Quite simple really, throw in free long distance
phone service, offer a comparable and competitive set of base features, and then to make sure you succeed, give it away for
free. And just to add injury to insult Microsoft w (...)
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... neither does Microsoft. Both clients can be run on an Internet connected multi-media PC simultaneously,
negating the need to choose.
Published:
2000-07-21
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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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... However, if users so choose, they can use other structures such as Oracle, Informix,
Sybase, ODBC, C-ISAM, Btrieve, or MINISAM. ...
Published:
2005-01-07
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Abstract:
Much sooner than its ERP counterparts had done it in their respective market, Siebel has been making a big push into the
CRM mid-market with the introduction of eBusiness 2000 MidMarket Edition. Solomon Software, a division of Great Plains, is
another in its string of recently announced notable product (...)
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Much sooner than its ERP counterparts had done it in their respective market, Siebel has been making a big push into the CRM
mid-market with the i...
Published:
2000-09-08
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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:
There is no one correct answer, both desktop office suites excel in specific areas and pale in others. The contents of this
note target the generic corporate office employee who makes heavy use of a word processor, medium use of spreadsheets, and
limited database and/or web development. (...)
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... So what about the other 40%? Chances are that over half of those users or corporations will choose
Microsoft Office, simply because 'everyone else has it'. ...
Published:
2000-05-12
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Abstract:
On May 24, J.D. Edwards & Company reported financial results for the second quarter which ended April 30, 2000. Earlier in
the same week, J.D. Edwards announced a strategic restructuring aimed at reducing costs and strengthening the company’s position
as 'a leading provider of software solutions for co (...)
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On May 24, JD Edwards & Company reported financial results for the second quarter which ended April 30, 2000. Earlier
in the same week, JD Edw...
Published:
2000-06-30
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Abstract:
There are two types of project portfolio management (PPM) solutions for professional services organizations (PSO). For smaller
PSOs, best-of-breed vendors provide hosted solutions with out-of-the-box integrations, while integrated PPM solutions provide
the complete back-office systems preferred by many l (...)
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There are two types of project portfolio management (PPM) solutions for professional services organizations (PSO). For smaller
PSOs, best-of-breed...
Published:
2006-01-02
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Abstract:
Siebel is finally taking 'the bull by the horns' by acknowledging the integration challenges its customers face, and by addressing
that issue. An often troubling aspect of CRM implementations in the past is that the only way IT departments can achieve a
full view of the customer is by integrating front-e (...)
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Siebel is finally taking 'the bull by the horns' by acknowledging the integration challenges its customers face, and
by addressing that issue. An ...
Published:
2002-05-10
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Abstract:
The CRM market is shifting. Instead of looking for an all-purpose and horizontal oriented CRM application, customers are
seeking a more specialized and industry specific tool. From the larger organization to the smallest customers, CRM buyers
are expecting their applications to follow their business mode (...)
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The CRM market is shifting. Instead of looking for an all-purpose and horizontal oriented CRM application, customers are seeking
a more specialize...
Published:
2003-05-28