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Rising Elephant Creates Euphoria: India's Growing Markets Are a Boon for SCM Vendors (3 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Apr 13, 2007 Abstract : The nature of the organized retailing market in India may present challenges for software providers, but the opportunity to tap into and benefit from this market's huge (and growing) potential can yield sizable returns for supply chain management software vendors.
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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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2006 PMI Research Conference Aims to Link Project Management Discipline with the Business Community (3 Pages)
by Neil Stolovitsky
Sep 1, 2006 Abstract : The 2006 PMI Research Conference was an excellent venue for gauging the direction in which project management research is heading. The presentations of the areas of portfolio management and program management confirm the rising demand for project portfolio management solutions.
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Justification of ERP Investments Part Four: Replacing or Re-implementing an ERP System (3 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Feb 13, 2004 Abstract : An investment analysis focusing on enterprise resource planning (ERP) benefits frequently applies to those firms initially justifying an ERP implementation. It can also be used to justify a 're-implementation' when the initial efforts have failed to produce desired results. Reprinted from Maximizing Your ERP System by Dr. Scott Hamilton.
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Program Testing Methodology Part Two: Running Tests and Getting Approval (6 Pages)
by Dr. Edward J. Moskal
Aug 7, 2004 Abstract : After testing procedures have been created and the type of test data has been determined, link or string testing, and system testing must be executed to ensure the job stream is correct and to locate errors before production. Backup and restart testing must be also be conducted to ensure that the restart points within the system are accurately defined. Finally, to demonstrate the benefits and functionality of the system, management and user approval should be received.
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Enterprise Software Product Outsourcing: A Fresh Perspective for Mid-market Vendors (4 Pages)
by Ashfaque Ahmed
Dec 1, 2005 Abstract : Creating outsourcing centers is a viable option for companies under pressure to develop quality products with tight time and budget restraints. Mid-market companies, however, often do not have this option, but can still benefit from partnering with an outsourcing provider.
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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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Vendor Articulates Message and Vision for Product Lifecycle Management (4 Pages)
by Michael Bittner
Apr 21, 2006 Abstract : SAP has developed some crucial themes as it moves forward with their PLM vision and solution strategy. Product development lifecycles are shrinking, and managing the innovation process is becoming a broader requirement of manufacturers and retailers alike.
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