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Pull vs Push: a Discussion of Lean, JIT, Flow, and Traditional MRP Part Two: Challenges and User Recommendations (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 15, 2004 Abstract : While lean/flow leverages practices to stay ahead of actual demand, traditional approaches better coordinate secondary, back-office systems like accounting and HR. Moreover, flow should be a company-wide strategy that impacts more than manufacturing.
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Pull vs Push: a Discussion of Lean, JIT, Flow, and Traditional MRP Part 1: Tutorial (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 14, 2004 Abstract : Flow manufacturing leverages techniques to help manufacturers create any product on any given day, in any given quantity including the 'quantity of one' (i.e., through the so-called mixed-model production), while keeping inventories to a minimum and shortening cycle times in order to quickly fill customer orders.
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SAP AG - ERP Leader with a 'New Dimension' (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 1, 1999 Abstract : Today, SAP is in the process of completing one of its most aggressive new product launches in its history by introducing its 'New Dimension' products line, which initially includes independent business applications for Supply Chain Management, Client Relationship Management (CRM, Business Intelligence (BI), and e-Commerce.'New Dimension' and 'Industry-Specific' products (particularly 'SAP BW' and 'SAP HR') will be significant contributors to SAP sales revenue...
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Zooming into an Inventory Free Flow (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 30, 2007 Abstract : FreeFlow, a provider of business services with a patented technology, aims to help companies improve product life cycle profitability by providing a unique, online auction platform where companies can reduce their at-risk and excess inventory.
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Let the (Excess) Inventory Flow! (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jan 26, 2007 Abstract : Because companies focus primarily on new product development and promotion, the problem of excess and obsolete inventory, once addressed, often leads to both the inventory and dollars flying out the door. There should be smarter ways of handling this problem.
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AccountMate Software An International Product No One Knew About Part Two: Applications, Competitive Analysis, and User Recommendations (6 Pages)
by Charles Chewning Jr.
Jan 20, 2005 Abstract : AccountMate Software has been a player in the middle market for over twenty years. In the past several years it has been acquired by several global companies. Recently AccountMate's management has purchased the company and once again it is independent and able to chart its own course.
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AccountMate Software An International Product No One Knew About (3 Pages)
by Charles Chewning Jr.
Jan 19, 2005 Abstract : AccountMate Software has been a player in the middle market for over twenty years. In the past several years it has been acquired by several global companies. Recently AccountMate's management has purchased the company and once again it is independent and able to chart its own course.
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PeopleSoft - Catching Its Second Wind From The Internet Part 1: About PeopleSoft (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Jun 5, 2001 Abstract : PeopleSoft, once a high flyer owing to its congenial culture and slick ERP product, has invested two years and over a half billion dollars to develop a number of new, Internet-based enterprise applications that have apparently propelled it back on the enterprise applications top chart. It has now emerged with a pure Internet platform, a new set of products and a new assertive attitude that will prompt strong retaliatory actions from the competition.
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PeopleSoft 8 Launched – Anything to Write Home About? (6 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 7, 2000 Abstract : PeopleSoft, once a high flyer owing to its congenial culture and slick ERP product, has unveiled a number of new, possibly revolutionary enterprise applications that it hopes will help it end a protracted dry season and put it back on the ERP top chart. The company has invested two years and over a half billion dollars to develop the product. It has now emerged with a new platform, a new set of products and a new attitude of lambasting competition.
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