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The Role of Sales Training Requirements Definition and Requests for Proposals in the Success of Technology Companies (6 Pages)
by Dave Stein and Al Case
Nov 4, 2005 Abstract : The first step in choosing an effectiveness service provider (ESP) that best meets your company's needs is to develop a requirements definition. When used as a request for proposal, the requirements definition can be a powerful evaluation and negotiation tool.
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Software Selection: An Approach (11 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jun 25, 2003 Abstract : Selecting package software can have long-term benefits or long-term regrets. To avoid the latter, your approach needs to be sound, logical, and prudent. It also has to be completed in your lifetime. Read about an approach to software selection that helps an organization get to the primary objective of identifying the best software solution quicker but with the necessary due diligence.
Type: Article
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Software Selection Processes—Accelerating Vendor Identification (3 Pages)
by Jeff Gusdorf
Sep 11, 2006 Abstract : Software selection is complex and time-consuming. Taking shortcuts or skipping steps in the process increase the risk of making a wrong choice. Attending a virtual trade show can accelerate the selection process, increase vendor interaction, and reduce risk.
Type: Article
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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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Extending Quality's Reach to Manage Quality in the Supply Chain (3 Pages)
by Olin Thompson
Jan 20, 2006 Abstract : Quality does not start at the receiving dock and end at the shipping dock. The focus on the supply chain demands that the quality department be involved from the beginning to the end of the supply chain.
Type: Article
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| 16. |
Selecting an Outsourcing Provider—Art or Science? (6 Pages)
by A.B. Maynard
Aug 13, 2005 Abstract : As there are many different categories of outsourcing services, there are also many outsourcing providers. With many different aspects to consider, how can a company ensure they have made the right choice in selecting one?
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| 17. |
Selecting an Outsourcing Provider--Art or Science? (6 Pages)
by A.B. Maynard
Nov 2, 2004 Abstract : Many companies base their outsourcing provider selection on only one aspect of the outsourcing relationship. Some decide on a perception of cultural fit and on the rapport and relationship developed during the sales cycle between the company's senior management and the outsource provider's sales representative and executive team. A number of companies drive their selection process via a checklist-driven, skill-matching process that attempts to find and select the best fit, while other companies select their provider based solely or primarily on price. With many different aspects to consider, how can a company ensure they have made the right choice in selecting an outsourcing provider? 1. Defining the Problem 2. Where to Begin 3. Key Success Factors 4. Selection Process 5. Recommendations
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| 18. |
ERP Trivia - Every Why Should Have Its Wherefore Part 3: User Recommendations (2 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 31, 2001 Abstract : System integration service provider selections and project planning should involve the same amount of due diligence as business IT strategy definition and software evaluation.
Type: Article
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| 19. |
PeopleSoft Supply Chain Is Music To Mid Market Ears (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Jul 24, 2001 Abstract : PeopleSoft has once again proven the naysayers wrong about its ability to sell supply chain management. Its Accelerated Supply Chain Management offering bundles core e-business functionality into a scaled down package for the mid market, a segment that not even SCM market leader i2 has conquered.
Type: Article
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| 20. |
HighJump Software Guarantees Fixed Prices (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Jun 28, 2001 Abstract : In addition to offering buyers a fixed price guarantee for upgrades to its SCE software, HighJump is challenging competitors to do the same.
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