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Solomon Stands the Test of Time Despite Changing Masters (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Sep 3, 2003 Abstract : It appears that several of Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) Solomon's truly differentiating traits, which could not have been easily or quickly replicated by its seemingly more robust brethren products within the MBS division, will have been a good enough reason for Microsoft to continue to bolster the product rather than to consider any other less popular options (e.g., stabilization and replacement) to offer to Solomon's loyal customer base and resellers, some of which will have even feared the possibility.
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Federal Procurement Essentials: Sealed Bidding (5 Pages)
by Pascal Perry
Jun 22, 2006 Abstract : Selling to the government can bring new life to contract winners, particularly small and medium businesses. In fact, organizations that understand and leverage federal acquisition methods and processes can grow from scratch to a profitable bottom line, whatever their size.
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Sales and Operations Planning Part Three: Game Plan Guidelines (4 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Dec 13, 2003 Abstract : Effective game plans lead to improved firm performance and bottom line results. Metrics include reductions in stock-outs, delivery lead-time, missed shipments, partial shipments, expediting efforts, and improvements in customer service. This is an excerpt from the book Managing Your Supply Chain Using Microsoft Navision.
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Baan – What Will The Future In Invensys’ Stable Bring? Part 1: About Baan (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 29, 2000 Abstract : Baan, once a leading global provider of ERP software hopes its adoptive parent, Invensys, will put it back on the enterprise software applications map. However, we believe Baan’s path to full recovery will be quite thorny. Part 1 discusses Baan’s history and where it is headed under Invensys.
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Competuition: Teach Competition to Your Procurement Process (5 Pages)
by Pascal Perry
Jun 14, 2006 Abstract : High-profile corporate scandal has resulted in laws such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, to monitor business practices. To help safeguard against unethical practices during procurement, entities are also adopting elements from the US Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
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EAM versus CMMS: What's Right for Your Company? Part Two: Integration Concerns (3 Pages)
by Joe Strub and P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 16, 2004 Abstract : In most cases, companies will acquire enterprise asset management (EAM) software but the interfaces to external systems will have to be constructed.
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Formation Systems Pioneers Product Design Collaboration For The Process Industries (5 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Apr 23, 2001 Abstract : Process manufacturingメs daunting mix of constraints has kept many software vendors away. Privately held Formation Systems takes up the challenge with Optiva, a suite targeted at cost-saving opportunities in the product development cycle.
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Managing Your Supply Chain Using Microsoft Axapta: A Book Excerpt Part Three: Common Scenarios (4 Pages)
by Dr. Scott Hamilton
Mar 25, 2004 Abstract : The nature of a sales and operations planning (S&OP) game plan depends on several factors, such as the need to anticipate demand, the item's primary source of supply, and the production strategy for manufactured items. Consideration of these factors can be illustrated with several common scenarios.
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SAP Industry Solutions for Mid-market Companies (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson and P.J. Jakovljevic
May 25, 2006 Abstract : For over a decade, SAP has offered industry-specific applications, starting with oil and gas and utilities solutions. Media, insurance, chemicals, banking, and public sector offerings have followed, highlighting SAP's lesser-known side as a market-oriented provider of industry-tailored solutions.
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