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Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System to Improve Predictive Maintenance Performance ( Pages)
by David Berger
Aug 6, 2008 Abstract : Companies that have moved from a highly reactive environment to a more planned one notice significant improvement. A computer maintenance management or enterprise asset management system is useful tool to create a planned environment, help build accurate equipment history, and develop comprehensive analysis capability.
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Provia Tackles RFID in a Twofold Manner Part Three: Provia and Viastore Systems Alignment ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 13, 2004 Abstract : Provia and Viastore believe the ability to offer a complete radio frequency identification (RFID) compliance solution, with the software, hardware, and automation equipment needed to minimize investment, while maximizing results, is what companies needing RFID compliance truly desire.
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Computerized Maintenance Management Systems: A Tutorial Part Two: Benefits and Interfaces ( Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jul 8, 2003 Abstract : A CMMS is an excellent business opportunity whose implementation can significantly improve operations, reduce equipment downtime, increase accountability of the maintenance functions, and produce substantial financial savings. Read on to learn how this can be accomplished.
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Computerized Maintenance Management Systems: A Tutorial Part One: Challenges and Features ( Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jul 7, 2003 Abstract : Companies are looking for more areas to squeeze savings out of operations. One such area that may be fertile ground to explore is equipment maintenance. The class of software that can help to cultivate these savings is computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). This article discusses the basics of CMMS and its key features, enabling you to determine whether your company should investigate this software as a potential source of savings.
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Competitive Challenges for Vanguard ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jul 21, 2005 Abstract : Vanguard's challenge is to continue to be nimble and responsive to the needs of its target market and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partners.
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It Takes More Than a Fast CPU to Rule the Web ( Pages)
by R. Krause
Jun 26, 2000 Abstract : Compaq Computer Corporation, desperate to get some kind of high-end UNIX benefit from its ill-conceived acquisition of Digital Equipment Corp., has announced its massive, 32-CPU capable GS series of Alpha systems. But, as was the case with Digital, Compaq marketing seems overly concerned with CPU - not system - performance.
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Baan Yet Another ERP Vendor to Find a Sanctuary Under Invensys’ Wing ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 21, 2000 Abstract : On June 1, languishing Dutch ERP vendor The Baan Company finally found a 'knight in shining armor'. British automation equipment maker Invensys has agreed to pay $2.65 per share for Baan. The deal is valued at approximately $709 million.
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Do You Know Where Your Wheelchair Is? ( Pages)
by A. Turner
Jun 16, 2000 Abstract : Transportation companies have installed GPS locating devices on trucks to monitor location and delivery information. Now a similar technology is helping hospitals locate equipment within their walls. GE Medical Systems has formed a strategic alliance with PinPoint Corporation to offer asset tracking services to health care facilities.
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Managing Your Supply Chain Using Microsoft Axapta: A Book Excerpt Part Two: Understanding Planning Calculations ( Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Mar 24, 2004 Abstract : The S&OP game plans drive coordination of supply chain activities based on planning calculations. The primary coordination engine-termed the master scheduling task-generates a set of requirements data and suggested action messages, and the system supports multiple sets of requirements data for simulation purposes. Further explanation starts with a review of all demands and supplies considered by planning logic, and then proceeds to an overview of the planning calculations.
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