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The Retail Industry: Improving Supply Chain Efficiency Through Vendor Compliance - An Andersen Point Of View (3 Pages)
by Don Duval and Jeff Russel
Dec 2, 2001 Abstract : The arrival of the new economy has brought significant changes to the existing business landscape. In particular, the retail industry is quickly learning the value of developing strategic working relationships with vendor partners to improve supply chain efficiency.
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The Retail Industry: Improving Supply Chain Efficiency Through Vendor Compliance - Part 2 An Andersen Point Of View (4 Pages)
by Don Duval and Jeff Russel
Dec 8, 2001 Abstract : A vendor compliance database can range from a complex system built within the retailer's existing architecture to a smaller, stand-alone desktop database application. Find out what's Andersen's take on vendor compliance programs.
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What Does Vendor Consolidation Mean To The End User? (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & PJ Jakovljevic
May 10, 2003 Abstract : End-user companies should track the financial health of their vendors to see if the vendor will be a collector or one of the collected. If the end-user company has a focused vendor, think of that vendor's health and help them become even better in your type of business. If your vendor is acquired, meet the new owners. The new owners motivation in buying your product and vendor was the install base and that's you. Showing interest is your part in keeping the relationship the way you want it.
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Accounting for SMBs: A Solution Beyond Entry-level Systems Red Wing Software (6 Pages)
by Charles Chewning Jr.
Jan 21, 2005 Abstract : Many SMB companies need more functionality than an entry-level system offers, but cannot afford to pay $15,000 (USD) or more for a higher-end product, nor do they really need the complexity found in these products. Red Wing Software’s TurningPoint is a good mid-market product that plays well in this market.
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Global Vendor Negotiation Strategies (3 Pages)
by R. Cundiff
Sep 11, 2000 Abstract : TechnologyEvaluation.Com has defined 6 global negotiation categories and macro questions that should be reviewed in preparation for any major technology negotiation.
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Support for Old Releases-Good for the User but Is It Good for the Vendor? (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson & P.J. Jakovljevic
Dec 17, 2003 Abstract : The decision to support older releases is like any other business decision, it is all about the money and profitability. If the vendor can make money at providing support for older releases, it is good business for the vendor. The decision may be sugar-coated with pronouncements about doing what is good for the customer, but both the vendor and the customers know that the first consideration must be the money.
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Broadbase Continues to Expand (3 Pages)
by L. Talarico
Oct 5, 2000 Abstract : Broadbase continues its string of alliances and acquisitions by purchasing Servicesoft. The $645M purchase is a response to the increasing demand for single vendor solutions for operational and analytical CRM applications. This news comes less than four months after E.piphany bought Octane Software to respond to the same market demand.
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EAI Vendor CrossWorlds Eases Middleware Customization (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Apr 19, 2000 Abstract : CrossWorlds Software, an enterprise application integration vendor, is making it easier for customers to acquire components and utilities with specific functionality. The vendor will create a CrossWorlds Exchange site on a subscription basis, for $50,000 per year with additional fees for some components.
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EAI Vendor MITEM Integrates Legacy Systems With Siebel (3 Pages)
by M. Reed
Jun 4, 2001 Abstract : MITEM Corporation has announced that its legacy application integration software MitemView 5.3 has been validated by Siebel Systems for its Siebel eBusiness Applications. As more EAI vendors vie for market share, having their connectors/adapters certified by the vendor of the target application may become a key to product sales and competitive advantage.
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