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Abstract:
Compaq started shipping its eight-CPU Intel servers, the ProLiant 8000 and 8500, in late August. These are the first true
eight-way Intel servers to ship. (...)
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Compaq's 8-CPU Intel Servers: the New "Big Iron". R. Krause - September 1, 1999. Comments:
0. Read Comments Product Background. In late ...
Published:
1999-09-01
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Abstract:
Hardware maintenance can represent a significant information technology cost, but options for managing that cost exist.
If you analyze hardware maintenance from an enterprise perspective, you will identify those options and ensure the cost-effective
delivery of those services. (...)
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Hardware maintenance can represent a significant information technology cost, but options for managing that cost exist. If
you analyze hardware m...
Published:
2000-10-24
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Baan is now in a much better company, one that is solely dedicated to the enterprise applications business. In addition to
Baan being in a better shape and hardly resembling its 1999/2000 incarnation - this time the vendor was rather a victim of
its now ex parent's 'sins' than of self-inflicted wounds, w (...)
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Baan is now in a much better company, one that is solely dedicated to the enterprise applications business. In addition to
Baan being in a better ...
Published:
2003-07-12
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Abstract:
Like the previous few SSA GT's acquisitions, this merger too seems aimed at enlarging combined Baan and SSA GT's customer
base, market share, and, more importantly, its predictably recurring support revenue and consequently larger R&D pool. (...)
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Like the previous few SSA GT's acquisitions, this merger too seems aimed at enlarging combined Baan and SSA GT's customer
base, market share, and,...
Published:
2003-07-14
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Abstract:
IBM's four-CPU servers, the Netfinity 5500 M20 and 7000 M10, yield top notch web-focused benchmark figures, but also very
high price/performance figures for mainstream applications. (...)
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cost iron:
IBM's Four-CPU Wintel-Based Rack Servers High Performance, High Cost. R. Krause - September 1, 1999.
Comments: 0. Read Comments Product Background. ...
Published:
1999-09-01
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Abstract:
While the idea of enterprise-wide data management is conceptually simple, it is extremely difficult to implement in most
organizations, due to differences between heterogeneous databases and applications. However, conventional integration software
is not required to achieve consistent management of custo (...)
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... Source: Cast Iron Systems. Document Type: White Paper Description: While the idea of
... appliance technology can greatly simplify and reduce the cost of master ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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... needs to maximize differentiated value and how much will it cost to deliver ...
PJ: Some so-called “big iron” pricing players view you as being complementary ...
Published:
2012-02-08
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Abstract:
Cloud computing is allowing small to medium businesses (SMBs) to gain access to premium enterprise solutions without the
traditional price tag of hardware and software licenses. This third and final part of a guide to cloud assets for SMBs reviews
various types of cloud configurations and the ramificatio (...)
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Cloud computing is allowing small to medium businesses (SMBs) to gain access to premium enterprise solutions without the traditional
price tag of ...
Published:
2011-04-21
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Abstract:
Cutting the Risk from CRM Purchase and Deployment. Get Free Documentation for Cutting the Risk from CRM Purchase and Deployment.
Customer relationship management (CRM) applications have evolved from risky eighteen-month IT projects into productivity tools
that any size of business can deploy. Indeed, many (...)
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cost iron:
Cutting the Risk from CRM Purchase and Deployment. Get Free Documentation for Cutting the Risk from CRM Purchase and Deployment.
Customer relations...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Data integration is a key enabler for supply chain modernization. Competition is driving increased integration of the supply
chain, both due to direct cost pressures and to increased globalization. There can be little doubt that well implemented supply
chain integration saves labor costs and improves inv (...)
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cost iron:
... Source: Cast Iron Systems. Document Type: White Paper Description: Data integration
is a ... integration of the supply chain, both due to direct cost pressures and ...
Published:
2010-03-11
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Abstract:
Compaq's powerful Alpha processor is reaching a crucial juncture - will Compaq expend the effort necessary for it to challenge
Intel's dominance, or is it destined to become another Betamax (great technology with no market)? (...)
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cost iron:
... Alpha's cost structure has not allowed it to compete effectively in the low-end
(PCs, etc.) marketplace. ... Reduce product cost where possible/feasible. ...
Published:
1999-08-01
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Abstract:
Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article loosely shows the parallels between the operations in a mining company and those of a manufacturer whose product
is sold on store shelves. (...)
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Integrated enterprise resource planning software normalizes the reporting requirements for a mining company’s various departments.
This article lo...
Published:
2009-08-12
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Abstract:
SSA Global seems to be doing some proper thinking while continuing to acquire new software companies. Recent unification
of its broadening collection of supply chain management (SCM) solutions under the SSA SCM brand and formation of a specialized
Strategic Solutions division--which also includes other e (...)
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cost iron:
SSA Global seems to be doing some proper thinking while continuing to acquire new software companies. Recent unification of
its broadening collect...
Published:
2004-09-15
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Abstract:
Dell Computer Corporation has shaken up the PC Server market, in three years moving from the #5 US market share position
to a solid #2 (and #3 worldwide) - and has set its sights on #1 Compaq. This note assesses its strengths and weaknesses in
the ever-growing and increasingly important rackmount server (...)
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cost iron:
... In terms of general technology, Dell focuses on standardized components (eg main logic boards), which
reduces the development cost (which eventually is passed ...
Published:
1999-08-01
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Abstract:
The growing pressure for improving customer responsiveness and profits has lately changed the traditional role of supply
chain management (SCM) of spare and replacement parts. (...)
Excerpt related to
cost iron:
The growing pressure for improving customer responsiveness and profits has lately changed the traditional role of supply chain
management (SCM) of...
Published:
2005-07-28
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Excerpt related to
cost iron:
... I would also add the cost of full time employees (FTEs) charged with handling all these
... as well) is offered by Boomi’s AtomSphere suite, and Cast Iron Systems ...
Published:
2009-05-29
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Abstract:
FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step for companies who have already automated their facilities with Provia's WMS and are now looking at optimization
as a key area of improvement, efficiency and cost (...)
Excerpt related to
cost iron:
FourSite 4.4 is an upgrade of its fulfillment solution oriented towards third party logistics (3PL) providers. ViaOptimize,
is an advanced step fo...
Published:
2004-08-17
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Excerpt related to
cost iron:
... I would also add the cost of full time employees (FTEs) charged with handling all these
... as well) is offered by Boomi’s AtomSphere suite, and Cast Iron Systems ...
Published:
2009-05-29
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Abstract:
Sun Microsystems Inc. has launched an "early access" program for its StarPortal desktop productivity suite. (...)
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cost iron:
... Growth in the ASP-computing market should increase, as is normally the case when a "new" product
is given away for minimal cost. ...
Published:
2000-01-10
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Abstract:
HP succumbing to the trend for simple, sealed case PC’s, will release the e-Vectra in April. E-look before you e-leap. (...)
Excerpt related to
cost iron:
... Event Summary. [PCWeek - 22 February 2000] Hewlett-Packard Co. [NYSE:HWP] today joined the industry movement
toward low-cost, "legacy-free" desktop PC systems ...
Published:
2000-04-11