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Abstract:
What types of vendors' approaches to the mid-market have emerged from the wave of mergers and consolidations and what characteristics
ultimately distinguish the contenders from the pretenders are two questions that are emerging from the consolidation market. (...)
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What types of vendors' approaches to the mid-market have emerged from the wave of mergers and consolidations and what
characteristics ultimately d...
Published:
2005-09-12
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The enterprise applications market is converging resulting with fewer providers; however, there are still the same number
of competing systems. What are the factors that are driving the market and what are the emerging trends? (...)
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enterprise applications market:
The enterprise applications market is converging resulting with fewer providers;
however, there are still the same number of competing systems. Wh...
Published:
2006-03-23
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The results from providers of strategic infrastructure that have more technology irons in the fire have typically proven
better lately, if not spectacular, with one hoping these would even re-invigorate spending in the enterprise arena. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
The results from providers of strategic infrastructure that have more technology irons in the fire have typically proven better
lately, if not spe...
Published:
2002-08-27
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Abstract:
A typical ERP system indeed now offers broad functional coverage nearing the best-of-breed capabilities; vertical industry
extensions; a strong technical architecture; training, documentation, implementation and process design tools; product enhancements;
global support; and an extensive list of software (...)
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enterprise applications market:
A typical ERP system indeed now offers broad functional coverage nearing the best-of-breed capabilities; vertical industry
extensions; a strong te...
Published:
2004-04-02
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Building replacement products on a new framework is a higher risk strategy. The product functionality still quite matters
and, while it is important for enterprise applications providers to implement the latest computer science 'quantum leap',
there is no guaranteed correlation between first-to-market an (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Building replacement products on a new framework is a higher risk strategy. The product functionality still quite matters
and, while it is importa...
Published:
2003-06-23
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Abstract:
Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be showing signs of more deliberation and even restraint, rather than jumping the gun to indiscriminately
gain market share. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Although their consolidation appetite is not diminishing by any means, some major acquisition protagonists like SSA Global
and Infor seem to be sh...
Published:
2006-04-24
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IBM still needs to convince users that it is nimble enough to handle the smaller projects prevalent in today’s cost-conscious
market, which may be a concern that is aggravated rather than alleviated by the acquisition. (...)
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IBM still needs to convince users that it is nimble enough to handle the smaller projects prevalent in today’s cost-conscious
market, which may be...
Published:
2002-08-28
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While it is apparent that software giants are in a better position to endure any economic adversity, no single vendor can
be lulled into complacency for very long. Consequently, there will be more baffled investors, but also somewhat encouraged
small vendors with inimitable value propositions. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
While it is apparent that software giants are in a better position to endure any economic adversity, no single vendor can
be lulled into complacen...
Published:
2002-08-26
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Abstract:
Application vendors find themselves in a precarious situation where, concurrently with dismal revenue inflow, there is a
need for bigger investment in the development of their products. Vendors unable to keep abreast of technology demands of a
vertically focused solution that provides tangible returns in (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Application vendors find themselves in a precarious situation where, concurrently with dismal revenue inflow, there is a need
for bigger investmen...
Published:
2002-08-29
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While IQMS resembles many of its peers from the lower-end of the enterprise applications market, IQMS can tout its comprehensive
one-source delivery and services and implementation methodology as its differentiating trait. (...)
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While IQMS resembles many of its peers from the lower-end of the enterprise applications
market, IQMS can tout its comprehensive one-source delive...
Published:
2005-04-05
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Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for the group. The acquisition of Formation Systems and Geac can only fuel Infor growth. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Infor cites continued organic growth, license revenue from new customers, and install base cross-selling and up-selling as
key growth drivers for ...
Published:
2006-05-01
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Abstract:
Many market observers might yawn at SAP's recent Premium Support announcement, but users increasingly appreciate more choice
and certainty, and may take notice of what the market leader is trying to do with this middle-of-the-road support option. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Many market observers might yawn at SAP's recent Premium Support announcement, but users increasingly appreciate more
choice and certainty, and ma...
Published:
2006-05-09
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Abstract:
Consolidation is a well-documented trend and is to be expected in the market for enterprise applications. This article outlines
the evolution of the enterprise software market. Specifically, it focuses on the revolutionary technology known as service-oriented
architecture (SOA). (...)
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enterprise applications market:
Consolidation is a well-documented trend and is to be expected in the market for enterprise
applications. This article outlines the evolution of t...
Published:
2008-10-08
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The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to become the largest enterprise applications supplier that is dedicated to the mid-market customer segment. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
The recent merger of Lawson Software and Intentia, two vendors of similar size, but servicing different markets, will complement
each other to bec...
Published:
2005-10-25
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Abstract:
SAP and its ERP peers appear to understand that continuously improving the way enterprise information is presented and by
marrying analytics, optimization, and retail operation systems on top of an ERP platform is starting to win over retailers. (...)
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SAP and its ERP peers appear to understand that continuously improving the way enterprise information is presented and by
marrying analytics, opti...
Published:
2004-10-02
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Abstract:
While the higher end of the business applications market has experienced only limited merger & acquisition activity during
2000 (mainly seen in ERP losers been devoured by ERP outsiders), the mid-market has seen more vibrant intra-market activity,
which particularly accelerated during the first few month (...)
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enterprise applications market:
While the higher end of the business applications market has experienced only limited merger & acquisition activity during
2000 (mainly seen in ER...
Published:
2001-05-11
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Abstract:
The worsening plight of most ERP vendors, caused by the market slowdown, which started in the fourth quarter of 1998, continued
in full force throughout 1999. The market size for 1999, with the 4th quarter yet to be reported, is estimated at $18.5B-$19.5B
(12%-16% growth over 1998), with sales expected t (...)
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enterprise applications market:
The worsening plight of most ERP vendors, caused by the market slowdown, which started in the fourth quarter of 1998, continued
in full force thro...
Published:
1999-01-01
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QAD, a renowned provider of enterprise software solutions for midsized global manufacturers, has outlived many of its contemporaries
by maintaining its stronghold in the discrete and process manufacturing sectors. In doing so, the vendor has reached a respected,
veteran status. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
QAD, a renowned provider of enterprise software solutions for midsized global manufacturers, has outlived many of its contemporaries
by maintainin...
Published:
2007-10-05
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Abstract:
ERP will be redefined as a platform for enabling e-business globally. Originally focused on automating internal processes
of an enterprise, ERP systems will include customer and supplier-centric processes as well. The conclusive evidence of this
redefinition is the move of all major ERP players into CRM (...)
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enterprise applications market:
ERP will be redefined as a platform for enabling e-business globally. Originally focused on automating internal processes
of an enterprise, ERP sy...
Published:
2001-10-11
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Abstract:
InterBiz remains one of the most widely used of the upper-mid-range ERP vendors. It has done much to rejuvenate its acquired
enterprise applications arsenal. What remains is disseminating a clear message on which market the combined set of products
has been targeting. (...)
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enterprise applications market:
InterBiz remains one of the most widely used of the upper-mid-range ERP vendors. It has done much to rejuvenate its acquired
enterprise applicati...
Published:
2001-12-10