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SSA Acquires MAX Hoping To Leap From Its MIN (3 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic & P. Catz
May 7, 2001 Abstract : In order to return from oblivion SSA continues with more decisive moves to put itself back on the global enterprise applications map. Renaming itself as SSA Global Technologies (SSA GT) was one of the moves. It has recently acquired MAX International, a move to expand its offerings into the small and medium enterprise market. Will the market witness another Baan-like resurrection of a fallen ERP vendor?
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| 52. |
Global versus Local Channel Approach, Who Will Win? (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 26, 2005 Abstract : There is a clear distinction between the market dynamics within the respective MBS and Sage/Best channels.
Type: Article
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| 53. |
Analyzing MAPICS' Further Steps After Frontstep Part Three: Market Impact (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Oct 13, 2003 Abstract : Much has changed, while much has remained the same at MAPICS during 2003. With the February finalization of the Frontstep acquisition, MAPICS has become quite a large enterprise applications provider, which positions the vendor near (if not at) the top among vendors that focus on the mid-size discrete manufacturing market.
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| 54. |
Epicor Picks Clarus' Bargain At The Software Flea Market (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Dec 4, 2002 Abstract : Taking advantage of its rival Microsoft’s either reticence or satiation, Epicor recently acquired its long-term partner Clarus for an almost next to nothing price to provide mid-market with a solid add-on e-procurement and, eventually, SRM value proposition too.
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| 55. |
Enterprise Application Provider May Deepen Market Impact (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Mar 3, 2006 Abstract : The worst is past for SoftBrands. However, the vendor must still deal with the problem of blending many formerly independent organizations together, while figuring out how best to leverage their different technological and industrial strengths.
Type: Article
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| 56. |
The TEC Quick Case for Tero Software (3 Pages)
by TEC staff writer
Jan 27, 2006 Abstract : Tero Software specializes in maintenance and asset management solutions for small and medium businesses. This Quick Case for Tero Software provides concise background information, which is oriented toward organizations considering its Web Work solution.
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| 57. |
Inventory Control Is Perhaps the Most Powerful Tool You Have for Containing Your Warehousing Costs (3 Pages)
by René Jones
Nov 26, 2005 Abstract : Your company's success is not only dependent on sales, but also on your company's ability to say, 'Yes we have that item in stock.' The problem is, inventory control is usually an after thought.
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| 58. |
The Best ACT! Is Still to Come (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Aug 31, 2004 Abstract : After a long history as a contact management and relationship tracking tool, ACT! 2005, is expanding to offer more sales force automation features for small to midsize businesses. Now available in a workgroup version, it offers new templates, enhanced opportunity management, additional security, contact record permissions, group scheduling features, and new quote generation functionality. Technical improvements include an SQL database and a complete .NET platform positioning ACT! for total Internet accessibility. The balance of power will surely shift in the competitive landscape as ACT! 2005 covers SME CRM areas currently marked by competitors such as Goldmine and MS CRM.
Type: Article
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| 59. |
'Best' of the Three CRM Solutions (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Aug 5, 2004 Abstract : In 2004, Best Software acquired ACCPAC through its parent company The Sage Group plc and has now released a new version of its CRM product: SalesLogix 6.2. Their objective is clearly to gain as much market share as possible in the growing small and medium sized enterprise market (SME). Acquiring additional market share is a clear objective when competing in a target market that houses players such as Microsoft CRM, Salesforce.com and the mid-sized Siebel offering. It will be interesting to watch how Best Software will position its new 'trio' product lines ACT, ACCPAC, and SalesLogix on the battleground.
Type: Article
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| 60. |
'Best' of the Three CRM Solutions (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Aug 5, 2004 Abstract : In 2004, Best Software acquired ACCPAC through its parent company The Sage Group plc and has now released a new version of its CRM product: SalesLogix 6.2. Their objective is clearly to gain as much market share as possible in the growing small and medium sized enterprise market (SME). Acquiring additional market share is a clear objective when competing in a target market that houses players such as Microsoft CRM, Salesforce.com and the mid-sized Siebel offering. It will be interesting to watch how Best Software will position its new 'trio' product lines ACT, ACCPAC, and SalesLogix on the battleground.
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