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Deriving Value from Vendor References (8 Pages)
by R. Cundiff
Oct 30, 2000
Abstract : We have provided a sample structure of questions to pose to vendor references during the site visit process. Having a consistent set of questions through the entire site visit process will allow any project team to better evaluate each vendorﾒs performance relative to one another.
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Technology Hardware Maintenance-Acquiring and Managing Cost Effective Service (7 Pages)
by P. Hennigan
Oct 24, 2000
Abstract : Hardware maintenance can represent a significant information technology cost, but options for managing that cost exist. If you analyze hardware maintenance from an enterprise perspective, you will identify those options and ensure the cost-effective delivery of those services.
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Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 1: Problem Overview (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic, Louie Talarico
Mar 5, 2002
Abstract : Since a 'one-size-fits-all' product is still not quite a viable possibility, almost every product can win provided a certain set of requirements. The Catch 22 for both buyers and vendors/VARs is to pinpoint the right opportunity in this ongoing 'dating game'. An RFP/RFI selection process can streamline the initial phase of an ERP selection process while addressing many of the buyer's vital questions.
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Evaluating Enterprise Software - Business Process or Feature/Function-Based Approach? All the above, Perhaps? Part Two (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic, Olin Thompson & Joseph Strub
Oct 27, 2003
Abstract : There is certainly room to ask the fundamental question of whether the traditional practice of RFI/RFP-based selection processes has been adequate for the task of selecting complex systems. The record indicates there is much room for improvement. In essence, for complex selections like in the case of enterprise applications, the human-machine combination has to work together to drive the solution.
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Facing A Selection? Try A Knowledge-Based Matchmaker Part 2: A Timesaving Solution (7 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic, Louie Talarico
Mar 6, 2002
Abstract : Since a 'one-size-fits-all' product is still not quite a viable possibility, almost every product can win provided a certain set of requirements. The Catch 22 for both buyers and vendors/VARs is to pinpoint the right opportunity in this ongoing 'dating game'. An RFP/RFI selection process can streamline the initial phase of an ERP selection process while addressing many of the buyer's vital questions.
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Coping with the Crunch: How Innovation Helps the Johnson & Johnson Sales and Logistics Company, LLC Optimize Transportation Capacity (4 Pages)
by Bill McBeath
Feb 23, 2006
Abstract : The Global Transportation Organization, a division of Johnson & Johnson, successfully dealt with the global transportation crunch. Factors contributing to its success included its approach to relationships with carriers, its push for innovation, and its use of technology.
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Business Activity Monitoring - Watching The Store For You (4 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Jan 3, 2004
Abstract : Business Activity Monitoring (BAM) can bring significant business value in the world of technical data, but its justification must be derived from business management improvements. The most important claim for BAM is that it can fundamentally alter the way businesses understand and act to threats and opportunities.
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The Benefits of Focusing on a Niche and Serving it Well: EcFood - A Dot-com Making It (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Apr 2, 2002
Abstract : ecFood is a strategic sourcing vendor focused on the industrial food market. Its recent financial results prove that being highly focused can bring value to the target market and success to a 'dot-com'.
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Business Strategy, Business Processes, and Business Systems (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Jul 31, 2004
Abstract : Business strategy, a road map telling us how the business plans to be successful, does not guarantee success. Strategy execution requires business processes that do what the strategy calls for--and do it well. In today's automated world, these business processes rely on business systems. Therefore, a direct link exists between the success of business strategy and business systems. Poor systems are a frequent reason for the failure of a business strategy.
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