Abstract:
What do Einstein’s theory of relativity and quantum theory have to do with SYSPRO? TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic explains, as he discusses how SYSPRO has applied these famous physics theories to produce a ‘simply smarter’ ERP system and comprehensive ERP framework for effective material, c (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
What do Einstein’s theory of relativity and quantum theory have to do with SYSPRO? TEC principal analyst PJ Jakovljevic explains, as he discusse...
Published:
2012-01-23
Abstract:
TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic reviews the functional and strategic details that make Emptoris solutions for spend analysis, supplier lifecycle management, and services procurement successful. Since its founding in 1999, Emptoris has evolved into a world leader in strategic supply, category spend, (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
TEC principal analyst PJ Jakovljevic reviews the functional and strategic details that make Emptoris solutions for spend analysis, supplier lifec...
Published:
2012-01-10
Abstract:
RedPrairie provides best-of-breed supply chain execution, workforce, and all-channel retail solutions designed to streamline and expedite the flow of goods from raw materials into the hands of the consumer. In this article, TEC senior analyst P.J. Jakovljevic describes how the company has positioned itse (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
RedPrairie provides best-of-breed supply chain execution, workforce, and all-channel retail solutions designed to streamline and expedite the flow...
Published:
2011-12-29
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... Despite their high cost, composites are increasingly being used to manufacture ... Dresden University of Technology, University of Delaware Center for Composite ...
Published:
2011-12-20
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... more processing in memory (on the server side in Workday’s data center) is quite ... to be much better than the old establishment to justify the cost of ripping ...
Published:
2011-12-08
Abstract:
ABAS Business Software has built a name for itself as a mid-market enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendor to contend with. In his latest article, TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic reviews the company’s major ERP offering, describes how the mid-market ERP vendor the differentiated itself from th (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
ABAS Business Software has built a name for itself as a mid-market enterprise resource planning (ERP) vendor to contend with. In his latest articl...
Published:
2011-12-07
Abstract:
Kronos, the company that introduced the first micro-processor time clock in the 1970s, knows how tricky workforce management (WFM) can be. In this article, TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic looks at WFM challenges facing organizations, particularly those with large, complex workforces, and how Krono (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
Kronos, the company that introduced the first micro-processor time clock in the 1970s, knows how tricky workforce management (WFM) can be. In this...
Published:
2011-12-02
Abstract:
The latest iteration of PTC Windchill (v. 10) for product lifecycle management (PLM) has been described as ‘the most significant Windchill release in PTC’s history.’ In his article, TEC research analyst Gabriel Gheorghiu compares the last two versions of PTC Windchill, and outlines how the function (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
The latest iteration of PTC Windchill (v. 10) for product lifecycle management (PLM) has been described as ‘the most significant Windchill release...
Published:
2011-11-29
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... an aggregated “corporate control tower” (“situation room” or “control center”, if you ... and apply their business goals (eg, least cost, highest margin ...
Published:
2011-11-29
Abstract:
With the continued success of Microsoft Dynamics CRM, one wonders how the company can continue to provide innovative products and dominate the CRM market? TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic talks with the CRM product manager on how the product’s lesser-known facts, including new social collaboratio (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
With the continued success of Microsoft Dynamics CRM, one wonders how the company can continue to provide innovative products and dominate the CRM...
Published:
2011-10-31
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... chosen BI solution (star schemas, etc.), IFS Applications is a cost-effective answer ... Where in the past the database was the center towards which all integrations ...
Published:
2011-10-27
Abstract:
Many large organizations are struggling to manage all their software systems—let alone the different software versions across departments. In his article, TEC principal analyst P.J. Jakovljevic discusses how SAP Solution Manager, a unique offering for centralized support and system management, covers a (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
Many large organizations are struggling to manage all their software systems—let alone the different software versions across departments. In his ...
Published:
2011-10-27
Abstract:
The scope of business process outsourcing (BPO) has moved beyond back-office functions. Outsourcing is increasingly being seen as a partnering tool for the generation of revenue and not just cost savings. In this white paper, Manish Dugar, Senior Vice President, Wipro BPO, talks to Outsourcing Center abo (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... the generation of revenue and not just cost savings. In this white paper, Manish Dugar, Senior Vice President, Wipro BPO, talks to Outsourcing Center about how ...
Published:
2011-10-14
Abstract:
IT pros managing hospital data centers with mixed network environments, long lists of remote access protocols and applications, multiple user interfaces, and what often feels like way too many tools, are searching for remote access management solutions that are efficient, secure, and cost-effective to de (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... are searching for remote access management solutions that are efficient, secure, and cost-effective to ... Download <strong>How Healthy Is Your Data Center?</strong ...
Published:
2011-10-10
Abstract:
As a company in the financial sector, you place extremely high demands on your call center. The complicated and sensitive nature of the calls requires an agent who is highly trained and experienced. This leads to a high cost per call. At the same time, sacrificing caller satisfaction is not an option. Th (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... your call center. The complicated and sensitive nature of the calls requires an agent who is highly trained and experienced. This leads to a high cost per call ...
Published:
2011-09-24
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... development for the entire corporation (the major development center is still ... product architecture, vendor’s viability and strategy, total cost of ownership ...
Published:
2011-09-20
Abstract:
While the role of IT in product development and sales has increased tremendously, a disconnect remains between the IT and business sides of an organization. Some organizations also incorrectly believe that IT spend does not add direct value to the business and hence is not justified. The onus is on IT t (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
Move from a "Cost Center" to a "Game Changer". ... Learn how. Download <strong>Move from a "Cost Center" to a "Game Changer"</strong>. Comments: ...
Published:
2011-09-15
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... coverage of the health insurance premium, unlimited sick days, a medical center staffed by four physicians and 10 nurse practitioners (at no cost to employees ...
Published:
2011-09-08
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... In support of this program, Saba operates a content developers’ resource center and testing ... and because of its scale, Saba can be about half the cost of Jive ...
Published:
2011-09-07
Abstract:
Riverbed Whitewater leverages WAN optimization technology to provide a complete data protection service to the cloud. The appliance-based solution is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing backup technologies and cloud storage provider APIs. Read this ESG Lab report on hands-on testing of the Riv (...)
Excerpt related to
cost center:
... Read this ESG Lab report on hands-on testing of the Riverbed Whitewater appliance for ease of use, cost-effective recoverability, data assurance, and ...
Published:
2011-09-07