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Abstract:
After several years of being neglected within many foster homes, CIMPRO might have finally found its welcoming host in Adonix,
until recently an anonymous French ERP provider, which, in turn, should be able to make use of CIMPRO’s process manufacturing
expertise. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
After several years of being neglected within many foster homes, CIMPRO might have finally found its welcoming host in Adonix,
until recently an a...
Published:
2003-02-13
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Abstract:
The job of gaining traction will by no means be easy for the merged companies, while the competition will not ease any time
soon. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
The job of gaining traction will by no means be easy for the merged companies, while the competition will not ease any time
soon.
Published:
2003-02-17
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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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cimpro implementation:
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:
The need to support flexibility prior to installation of enterprise systems has largely been mastered by many vendors. But
what is really more important is ongoing agility after the installation. Agresso seems to have raised the bar in this regard. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
The need to support flexibility prior to installation of enterprise systems has largely been mastered by many vendors. But
what is really more imp...
Published:
2006-10-16
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Abstract:
Very few companies really run standard software applications as "standard" products, since every business changes constantly.
In fact, these companies have found that the agility they wish to attain is in direct conflict with the rigidity of their
enterprise systems. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Very few companies really run standard software applications as "standard" products, since every business changes
constantly. In fact, these compa...
Published:
2007-03-26
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Abstract:
Adonix is fulfilling its promise to bring a full Process ERP offering to the mid-market. The new Adonix X3 Process automates
and integrates the complex formula management and planning requirements of process manufacturers, however, the vendor needs
to resolve knowledge and experience issues with the exis (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Adonix is fulfilling its promise to bring a full Process ERP offering to the mid-market. The new Adonix X3 Process automates
and integrates the co...
Published:
2003-05-31
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Abstract:
Adonix marks its strategy with two catchwords: "growth" and "independence". It has carefully assessed and added acquisitions
to broaden Adonix X3 suite's functional scope, licenses and services; and continues nurture internal development with its
own resources. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Adonix marks its strategy with two catchwords: "growth" and "independence". It has carefully assessed
and added acquisitions to broaden Adonix X3 ...
Published:
2005-09-20
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Abstract:
Intense product architecture rejuvenation, functional enhancements cycles, and market consolidation exert pressure on all
mid-market vendors offering ERP and warehouse management solutions. Adonix must carefully allot research and development funds
and screen its new assets to increase its competitive ed (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Intense product architecture rejuvenation, functional enhancements cycles, and market consolidation exert pressure on all
mid-market vendors offer...
Published:
2005-09-22
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Abstract:
For Provia, the ability to increase the awareness of the company's supply chain execution (SCE) solution for a global audience
through the company's long-standing partnership with Menlo was the natural next step in the relationship. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
For Provia, the ability to increase the awareness of the company's supply chain execution (SCE) solution for a global
audience through the company...
Published:
2004-08-14
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Abstract:
QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering applications that would optimize complex order fulfillment processes across multiple enterprises and divisions.
Another major product enhancement feat at the time w (...)
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cimpro implementation:
QAD, a notable player in the upper middle of the discrete manufacturing market, embarked a few years ago on reinventing itself
by delivering appli...
Published:
2003-09-19
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Abstract:
As the market shifts from sophisticated enterprise CRM implementations to the more competitive and overcrowded mid-market-large
enterprise vendors tend to step on mid-market vendor's toes. The real concern is to determine whether the mid-market cultural
and functional differences are well understood and (...)
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cimpro implementation:
As the market shifts from sophisticated enterprise CRM implementations to the more competitive and overcrowded mid-market-large
enterprise vendors...
Published:
2003-06-26
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Abstract:
The dot-com revolution has left few impressions as significant as the hosted software phenomenon. In fact, its success has
caused many organizations with reservations about hosted solutions to think twice. So what exactly are its advantages and
disadvantages? (...)
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cimpro implementation:
The dot-com revolution has left few impressions as significant as the hosted software phenomenon. In fact, its success has
caused many organizatio...
Published:
2006-07-07
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Abstract:
In continuing our first-time ever questions-and-answers series for software applications vendors, Infor and IFS, two upper
mid-market, stalwart vendors, express their views on market trends, platform approaches, and mid-market issues. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
In continuing our first-time ever questions-and-answers series for software applications vendors, Infor and IFS, two upper
mid-market, stalwart ve...
Published:
2007-07-06
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Abstract:
While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implementations and customer loyalty) will remain important requirements for success, particularly in the lower
end of the market, vertical focus will be the key factor (...)
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cimpro implementation:
While competitive costs (low and flexible software license pricing and implementation costs) and outstanding global service
(proven fast implement...
Published:
2003-10-14
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Abstract:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed the
vendor to provide its customers with easy migration paths to updated technology. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
ROI's approach has always been to offer proven but not necessarily leading-edge product technology, which has allowed
the vendor to provide its cu...
Published:
2003-06-03
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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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cimpro implementation:
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:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume that it is easy to achieve), but rather to develop or improve the systems and business processes needed
to sustain higher levels of efficiency and productivity. (...)
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cimpro implementation:
The goal of the pilot project was not to see whether RFID tags on pallets and cases could be read automatically (although
one should not assume th...
Published:
2004-08-03
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Abstract:
The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still continues to differentiate its value proposition despite its smaller stature and quieter nature compared
to most of its adversaries. Most recently, it would be (...)
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cimpro implementation:
The fact that the size does not necessarily mean everything in the enterprise applications space might be proven by Provia,
which certainly still ...
Published:
2004-08-11
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Abstract:
Despite the challenges, PeopleSoft has raised the bar in providing solutions for smaller enterprises, and Tier 2 and Tier
3 vendors might be in for a tough battle to defend their turf, especially as they are concurrently trying to expand and modernize
their products with ever diminishing resources and wa (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Despite the challenges, PeopleSoft has raised the bar in providing solutions for smaller enterprises, and Tier 2 and Tier
3 vendors might be in fo...
Published:
2002-09-27
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Abstract:
Provia's approach to radio frequency identification (RFID) compliance was to offer a bolt-on or drop-in product that works
in conjunction with a company's existing logistics transactional software solution and process flows. This should put the
suppliers back into control of prioritizing their IT project (...)
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cimpro implementation:
Provia's approach to radio frequency identification (RFID) compliance was to offer a bolt-on or drop-in product that works
in conjunction with a c...
Published:
2004-08-12